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Newspaper

Denton Journal

Location

Denton, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1916

Page

5

Local notices sweep Talbot county and vicinity

A long list of local items mentions coal and wood piles warming, markets and canning firms, bankruptcy filings, and sales. It notes the Mardel Canning Company factory sale, J H Nichols Co clearance, Calvert Todd applying for bankruptcy act relief, and Talbot County game and fish group with Baker as president. Also covered are church services, revival efforts, school topics, a legal case in appeals, a January bazaar, and a house fire near Concord with insured loss and displacement.

Avaton J. H. Pastorfield Co Fred Paisley Mercury Talbot Produce Exchange Caroline County Calvert Todd Federalsburg Dean Gantt Christ Church, St. Michaels Columbia Stock Company Calvert Co. Merriken District of Columbia J. Harry Covington Holiness Church G. L. Helsby W. H. Vickers Cambridge A. S. Mowbray D. C Washington, D. C M. E Mowbray Thomas Hr. Everagain Home Economics Club Stephens W. K. Lord Delaware Children’s Home Society Ladies’ Aid Society of Concord Church Andersontown Manger J. E. Smith Preston Wil Niston Smith Harry Porter James I. Nichols Mary C. Saunders J. Clan Clark Court of Appeals T. Alan Goldsborough Porter Saunders Henry K. Lewis Ro Owens Nichols Clark Norman Vancey Concord Vanscoy Lamaily Desnoyed

Prettiest Hillsboro wedding and social notices roll

Miss Irene Morgan of Queen Anne wed James Reynolds Murphy of Denton at Hillsboro M E Church with music by W B Sparks and Alma Thompson. The bridal party included Frances Dunham as bridesmaid and Dawson Todd as best man. The couple left by 8 33 train for Baltimore. A large family reunion followed at Albert Satterfield’s Fuckahoe Neck home with many relatives attending. Other weddings and engagements are noted in Ridgely and Denton areas, along with local society updates and travels of residents.

Hillsboro M. E. Church Irene Hackett Morgan James Reynolds Murphy Denton W. B. Sparks Alma E. Thompson W. F. Dawson Lacy Murphy Harry Flowers John Hollingsworth Queen Anne Murphy Baltimore Albert Satterfield Fuckahoe Neck Win Satter Ridgely Forbes Concord Parsonage Ethel Culver Charles Culver Federalsburg Ernest Brown J. M. Brown Hobbs H. 0 Kelso Diggins Wilmington Wualliam Seward Marie Notch Loth Goldsboro M. I Moore John Rotch Seward William Seward Elizabeth Hall Anna Ruth Hf. G. Wells Easton Miss Hall Moore. Gibson J. W. Thomas Harrington Charley Cannon Greenwood C. A. Pentz R.D. Blackistone St. Mary's Mary Bauman Atlantic City T. R. Green James A. Garey London Cape Town South Africa John O. Davis Charles Catherine Philadelphia T. Pliny Fisher Howard A. Kelly Joseph F. Watterson Acme ‘Tea Company John S. Barnhart Washington Lena Garey

Marriage Licenses Issued By Clerk Between 16th and 23st

The Clerk's office issued marriage licenses to multiple couples including J C Brauchle of Preston and Lillian Frase of Friendship Ernest Brown near Hobbs and Ethel Culver near Federalsburg Harry J Forbes Ridgely and Helen K Zimmerman Penton James R Murphy near Denton and Minnie J Morgan Queen Anne Isaac H Melvin Hurlock and Adda B Chaffinch near Smithville Charles Lister near Burrsville and Lydia Ebarris Goldsboro John Alford near Federalsburg and Minnie E Wright near Federalsburg Wm Seward Goldsboro and Marie Kotch Goldsboro.

C. Brauchle Preston Lillian Frase Friendship Ernest Brown Hobbs Ethel Culver Federalsburg Harry J. Forbes Ridgely Helen K. Zimmerman Penton James R. Murphy Denton Minnie J. Morgan Queen Anne Isaac H. Melvin Hurlock B. Chaffinch Smithville Charles Lister Burrsville Lydia Ebarris Goldsboro John Alford Seward Marie Kotch

Fire kills three children in Trinity village blaze

A Sunday morning fire at a Ridgely Trinity colored village home belonging to a Young family claimed the lives of three very young children left alone while the mother visited her mother. The house caught fire around dawn and was found ablaze with the charred remains of the three children inside. The tragedy occurred while adults were away, leaving only the children aged about one to two years.

Trinity Ridgely Marning Young Tre

Templeville Church hosts readings and music event

In Templeville on January 24 at 730 am Templeville Church will host an entertainment program featuring readings by Prof. Edward Clarke of Washington College Chestertown and songs by Mrs. Fred Ross and Miss Katherine Ross of Clayton Delaware Admission is 20 cents.

Edward Clarke Washington College Chestertown Fred Ross Katherine Ross Clayton, del Templeville Church Enina McKnott Pearle Cooper Greensboro Roland Knotts Ridgely Kate C. Knotts Ladies’ Aid Society William Sparks Helen Sleather Marycel Florence Faulkner N. AW. Bowen Tomer Benton Sadlersville di. Alol Downes New York Keansburg N. J. Mi Amlrs Luning William Moore Marydel Mary Knotts Wilmington AL PS Averett Centreville Emma Sparks Barclay

Local Movements Report From Williston and Vicinity

Philip Webber moves a frame to Delaware and Algie Thomas from Vowling Creek succeeds him. Elmer Downes relocates to Spider farm as C. C. Lord moves to hotel property. Ri. Pepper relocates to Rock Coleman’s vacated place and goes to Hobbs farm near Concord. William Taylor moves family to Windy Hill. David Smith occupies A G Gellett house. Phan Frampton leaves Pvats phice for Pealiquor. Alice Neal moves to Williston occupying L Hignatt’s house. Rev. J J Smith misses last Sunday due to a lame ankle, hopes to be here tomorrow. Mrs M Ringe detained in Philadelphia over her daughter Sophia’s issues. A R Neal and O G Hignatt attend auto show in Baltimore. Commodore Henry Doerr returns from Philadelphia visit. William Maloney visits Mr and Mrs C C Lord on Sunday. Miss Rhoda Marine guests of Mrs J W Phawlay.

Philip Webber Gelletty Place Delaware Algie Thomas Vowling Creek Elmer Downes Spider Farm C. C. Lord Ri. Pepper Puckahoe Neck Rock Coleman Hobbs Farm Concord William ‘Taylor Windy Hil David Smith A. G. Gellett Phan Frampton Baltimore Commodore Henry Doerr Philadelphia William Maloney Rhoda Marine J. W.phawlay

Local Home Moves Report From Hickman Scene

Hickman news notes multiple property exchanges with Layton, Johnson, Green, and Kemp families moving through the area. Mrs. Silas Layton, Mrs. Celia Melvin, and Mrs. Amelia Cleaver are among those mentioned on the sick list with visitors from Greensboro and Philadelphia. Station agent E. E. Brown and wife planned a Chicago trip as Wade Ryan continues farming his plot.

Will Layton Yenton Harry Johnson Mr. Layton Charles ‘Todd HH. Johnon Will Breeding T. M. Green Mr Green Charles Kemp Silas Layton Brescing Oh V W. Noble Celia Melvin Mr. Noble Geo. Haymond E.W. Brown Tarry Richie Clem Fountain Frank Cahall Til, Melaney Melaney W. TE. Wooters E. E. Brown Chicago Wade Ryan Amelia Cleaver Mary Hursey Sallie Stevens Mise Pilen Thignutt Win. Pinder Greensboro Philadelphia

Local Notes From Henderson and Nearby Areas

Henderson updates report Miss Viola Hickman of Petterton returning with Miss Middred Gooden after a short visit. Mrs. William Clark had a finger amputated by Dr. Silker. A bone felon caused prior suffering since Thanksgiving. Mr. Anton Kabelka near town saws wood, two fingers severed. Skating on the mill pond attracts many locals. Mrs. William Phatson of Goldsboro visited relatives here. Mr. and Mrs. J Quillen spent Sunday with Mrs. Wilken near Pelter. Mrs. S James of New York visiting relatives here. Mrs. Kate Downs visiting her mother in Daver.

Viola Hickman Petterton Anton Kabelka Nil William Phatson Goldsboro J.quillen Wilken Pelter G. HL. Wilson Baltimore S. 5. James New York Kate Downs Daver

Queen Anne Social Notes From Queenstown Visitations

Mrs Downes of Queenstown has visited her daughter Mrs Co H Cordrey. Mrs G C Moore visited her daughter Mr Arthur Grace. Mildred Short of Chelanian spent the week end with her parent. Elsie Jackson of Wilmington visited Mrs W Stevens. Miss Lelia Bailey of Wye MINS spent Friday with Mrs Chae Rhode Kev GR Mays is now able to be out after illness. Mrs N C Staughn has been visiting friends near Bridgetown. Mr Emmett Garton accepted a position in Wilmington.

Mildred Short Chelanian Elsie Jackson Wilmington W. Stevens Lelia Bailey Wye Mins Chae. Rhode Kev GR. Mays N.C. Staughn Bridgetown Emmett Garton Laura Shaner Ridgely Chase Frasier Mattewille Annecting TP. Reehards Richards Surtees Atlantic City Shroeter Osford Charles Sigler Mildred Seward Mee Cardele Philadelphia John Swing C. V. Smith Keba Clark Rove Javneh Corday Rev W.oe. T Habbart Woos. Jones Marydel Swing Bridge Club Frank Hobbs Mass Bertha Jackson Greensboro Beanice Bower Anne

The Ridgely News Column Items of Interest

Community Club met in the primary school to plan a Whitbind campaign for school improvements with funds raised January 26. Readings from Twenty Years in His House by Jane Addams were shared. Future meeting set for February 1 at Mrs. Prank Long’s home. Diphtheria cases reported among daughters of local residents. Isabel Ireland has mumps. Epworth League social held at Mrs. Tarte Swann’s with program and refreshments. Parish events include a Parcels Post Social at Roger’s garage January 28. Notables and travels noted, including Maria Day and Mrs. Charles Herag. Holy Communion planned at Reformed Church.

Jane Addams Prank Long Fou Dr. Haymaker Plenty Welchler FL Dragoo Anna Richards Pred. Seward James Pippin Diehl Ravenna Richards Nolan Smith Tom Pollard John Polland Allie Hobbs Isabel Ireland Epworth Letsne Methodist Church Tarte Swann Mess. Shipman Willian Davis Amd Mas Charles Herag Edith Onipy Greensboro Henry Wilkinson Baltimore Day Reformed Church CG. H Purner Cambrilpe Hospital Mirv James Sean Price's Stncan

Bethel and Federalsburg guests visit local hosts

Miss Kane Wallin Mass Virgie Stack and Mir James Harper from near Bethel along with Miss Dorothy Andrew and Mr Frank Smith from Federalsburg were weekend guests of Mir and Mrs Liden. A fall last Saturday injured a guest’s arm though not seriously. The weather shift brings more colds but no grip reported. Miss Alice Swanniger from Trappe now teaches here with Miss Pubbs and Miss Vasiestack stays with Mrs C C Liden for a few days.

Kane Wallin Mass Pubbs Vasiestack C, C, Liden

Local Notices From Town Readers Include Visits

Preston and others report visitors and family visits across Monongah West Virginia Brooklyn Nova Scotia and New Jersey. Details include Mrs Dr Reidy visiting Mr John Payne and Mi Parker from the U S Navy staying with Mr J I Parker. Amelia Carmine accepts position as teacher in Galshboro NLC. Several gaps noted in the text.

Dr Reidy Monongah W. Va John Payne Osean Parker U. S. Navy J.I. Parker Mutha Kord An Colwell Brooklyn N.S Withur Noble New Jersey M. E. Noble Amelia Carmine Galshboro Nlc

Pine Valley note from Chestnut Grove area

Chestnut Grove Massachusetts Carrie Parker and son Cad visited her parents Mr and Mrs George Noble at Hickiumin The younger son of Mr and Mrs George Lashell had diphtheria and is improving Miss Florence Noble of Pichia stayed early this week at the home of Miss Denne Nichol Miss Maude Kelley and children visiting Mr and Mrs Charles Culver

Mas Carrie Parker and Son Cad Air Amd Geore Noble Ay Hickiunin Mio Amd Mas Ghearlashell Florence Noble Pichia Peat Mien Denne Nichol Maude Felley Alt Mie J Charles Culver

Federalsburg Deaths Involving Car Accident And Marriages

William Holder aged 61 died after a car ride from Hartlock to Federalsburg where two drivers stopped near Winchville and Holder lay in the car the men sought help to move him to a lane he died soon after. Also local farmer Mr. Alcader Corkran, 59, died at home near Federalsburg after events Saturday night. Hartman Cahall of Federalsburg to wed Miss Laura Jackett of Reliance at Reliance M E church parsonage Saturday afternoon.

William Holder Claiborne Hartlock William Smith Federdsbup Winchville Isoldet Mr Smith Mr. Holder Alcader Corkran Federalsburg Ape Arabelle Whiteley Clarence H Taylor

Residents Shifting Homes and Local Visits Noted

The year saw multiple relocations including Jesse Laster moving from Wesley Towers to W. F. Willis house, Elian Baker to Laster’s former place, and J McFarlane occupying W. H. Deen home. Elbert Deen moved to his Concord area farm while Deen family entertained guests at a six o'clock dinner. Miss Myrtle Von Nordick of Baltimore visits Mrs. Towers. Pliny Yoddo and bride now reside at the G Wright farm.

Jesse Laster Wesley Towers W. F. Willis Elian Baker J. Laster Lowers Todd W. L Towers J. McFarlane W. H. Deen Elbert Deen Concord Min Mra R. OR. Deen Mra

Two Johns George W Towers Birthday Dinner Held

Mr and Mrs George W Towers hosted a Tuesday dinner on the 11th in honor of their birthday. Attendees included We FL Towers late son Roland Cleveland Heary Irene Towers Elizabeth Towers Willie Towers George Kelley Norman Ledman S K Fulton Myrtle Von Nemech Chester Towers George W Towers Jr and sister Lily Towers who will visit Mrs W B Cooke. Guests enjoyed vocal and instrumental music recitations and a later dining room refreshments.

Two Johns George W. ‘Towers We. FL ‘Towers Roland Cleveland Heary Irene Towers Elizabeth Towers Willie Towers George Kelley Norman Ledman Preston S. KR. Falton Myrtle von Nordech Baltimore Chester “Towers Cgeorge W. ‘Towers Sykesville Miss Lilliar Towers Mure W. Bi. Cooke

Marydel School Seeks Room and Teacher to Ease Crowding

Due to crowded conditions the Marydel school plans a new room and a third teacher as enrollment nears two dozen with two instructors. Professors Noble and Carroll visited to discuss relief options, while Mr tenry Davis was elected chorister of Marydel Church for Sunday services before preaching. Rev Walter Ford of Smyrna will preach at Marydel Church tomorrow night at 7 45. Dan Hutchins is now able to move about after weeks at home. Mary Sinclair spent the weekend with her sister Miss Harry Sparks. Helen Heather visited Miss Florence Faulkner last Sunday.

Noble and Carroll Tenry Davis Marydel Church Dan. Hutchins Walter Ford Smyrna Marydel Tomorow Mary Sinclair Harry Sparks Helen Heather Florence Faulkner

American Corner Social Notes and Local Movements

Mrs G W Towers and son Leon visited Mrs and Mrs Thos Nichols in a family gathering hosted by A J Corkran with Mr Oscar Nichols Mr John Howard and others. Sidney Collins celebrated his eighth birthday with a party. Ethel Ross and Rhoda Downes departed for Philadelphia for a stay. Cathel Ward replaced Miss Ledman as teacher. Ruth Ross spent Sunday with Hazel Vowers.

G. W.towers Leon Cathel Ward Miss Ledman Ruth Ross Hazel ‘Vowers

Governor Harrington Appoints Arthur W. Lockard Private Secretary

Governor Harrington names Arthur W. Lockard as private secretary for merit alone. Dudley resigns after Governor Gooldsborough leaves office.

Covernor Harrington Vriday Arthur W. Lockard Dudley Gooldsborough

Beauchamp to Preach at Central MoE Tomorrow Morning

Reverend Ca TV FP Beauchamp, city missionary secretary, will preach at Central MoE Church tomorrow at 10 30 am and at Sheppands MLB Clutch at 21 op. Everyone is invited to hear him and support the mission cause.

Beauchamp Central Moe Church Sheppands Charlie T. Harvey Philadelphia Osborne Clifford W. Silver Charlie Stetn C. M. Satterfield Ethel Stein Thomas Satterfield Nora Sapp Hallington Ma T. Sapp Amos Layton Jeanette Masten’s Kenneth and Paul Anos Layton Joseph Masten Ilinois Eimile Hl. Sapp John Hf.Thawley R. O H. Stafford Ivan A. Russell G. J. Blades Lola May Fountain J. [. Stevens Blan Rington Misses Here Daisy Satterheld Concord Howard Hobbs John Parris

Maryland’s trailblazing role in national progress outlined

Governor Harrington praised Maryland for pioneering feats from the first U.S. railroad and Washington monument to the nation’s early telegraph line and ocean of firsts in industry and infrastructure. The speech highlighted extensive waterways, roads, railways, and civic achievements centering Baltimore and the state’s influence.

Maryland Harrington Eastern Shore Society United Old Sun Baltimore Washinton United States Baltimore Sun America Merchants’ Exchange This First Medical Society Gaslight Company First Water Company Hampden Lodge of Odd Fellows New World Raltimore Union

Guardians and Administrations in Orphans Court

Judges Liden Moore and Covey presided as Harry W. Corkran filed first and final guardian account for Paul James Rich. Mrs Liezie Prattis sought letters of administration with Charles J. Cephus. Walter J. Stevenson presented inventories for Minnie and James Stevenson. Henry C. Rawlings received letters testamentary for Ella C. Rawlings and creditors notice set. Parran Russell and George Rh. Fosey named appraisers.

Liden, Moore and Covey Orphans’ Court Harry W. Corkran Paul James Rich Liezie Prattis Leonard Prattis Charles J. Cephus Walter J. Stevenson Minnie Stevenson Walter D. Stevenson James IL. Stevenson Harry KR. Merriken Samuel Faulkner

Local Visitors and Guests Among Milord Community

Mrs CLP Sauer and her daughter Margaret of Philadelphia guest of Mrs Alice Thawley. Mrs Edwards of Milford has stayed with Misses Ethel and Virginia Holt. Mr and Mrs MLJ Peacock returned from Buffalo. Mrs Nettie Seward of Baltimore visited town. Mr 1 1 Sparklin left for Hopewell Va. A E Miller's economy sale is in progress.

Clp. Sauer Margaret Philadelphia

Deaths and funerals of Gray Diggans Hynson families in Caroline area

Mrs Mary T Gray of Goldsboro dies at 63 after two week illness heart weakness funeral held with Rev Moore officiating Interment Greensboro cemetery She was daughter of the late Judge Robert Jarrell and wife of merchant M Hooper Gray Survived by daughters Louise Ruth and sons Thomas William J and Robert H H She has brothers and sisters in Caroline, Queen Annes and Kent counties Following her, William Diggans dies aged 61 after pneumonia Widowed Mrs Diggans and siblings survive Funeral held yesterday Dentons shoemaker William Hynson dies at 63 after long illness Funeral Monday at 2 pm Survived by wife Mrs Devere Morris and sons Henry Willard and daughter Mrs. Morris Native of Queen Annes County

Mary T. Gray Caroline County Goldsboro Ciray Mr. Moore M. EL Church South Greensboro Cemetery Gray Robert Jarrell Our County Mary E. Temple John Wesley ‘Temple M. Hooper Gray Greensboro Wesley Jarrell Charles J. Jarrell Caroline Joshua R. Jarrell Kent County Maryland William L. Cooper Annie E. Orrell Samuel E. Diggans Queen Anne William Diggans William Hynson Denton Hynson Devere Morris Henry Willard Queen Anne's County

Farmers and Packers Meet at Court House

A large turnout of farmers from across the county and several packers gathered at the Court House on Tuesday afternoon to set a price for tomatoes in the coming season. Farmers urged 11 to 12 dollars per ton, while packers offered ten dollars. The issue, influenced by labor costs and canning risks, was not settled and will be revisited at today’s follow-up meeting. Mr. M. F. King thanked the packers for their kindness, a resolution adopted by the group.

Court House Dye Farmers’ Club Luzader Beckwith M. F. King

Marketing Co operation Promises Bright Farm Future

The annual report of the Office of Markets and Rural Organization highlights advantages of farmer co operation in marketing. It notes co operative marketing and purchasing could transact over 1.4 million dollars in value this year and credits Washington administration efforts for steady progress toward fair rewards for tillers of the soil.

Office of Markets and Rural Organization United States Washington

Tome School to Host Tenth Annual Interscholastic Meet

The Tome School in Port Deposit Maryland will host the tenth annual field and track meet on May 20 with about 200 invitations sent to schools in New York Pennsylvania Maryland and the District of Columbia. Washington College Chestertown closes Smith Hall after a fire destroying the heating plant. the loss is about 37 100 with 53 000 in policies and the building will be rebuilt. Highest cash prices paid for eggs noted by W J Blackiston. Subscribe for the JOURNAL and get all county news.

Port Deposit New York Pennsylvania Maryland District of Columbia South Washington College Chestertown Smith Hall W. J. Blackiston Journal

Norman named county farm demonstrator for Caroline

A. J. Norman is appointed county farm demonstrator in Caroline County Maryland. The Iowa State College of Agriculture graduate brings wide experience from Iowa Alabama Maryland Massachusetts and his own farming. Officials cite his training practical work and fit for launching the program on solid footing. Citizens are urged to support his cooperative efforts and praise the county commissioners for funding.

County Farm AL J. Norman Denton Sixth Street College Park Norman Department of Agriculture The Agricultural College Caroline County Iowa State College of Agriculture Iowa Alabama Maryland Agricultural College Maryland Massachusetts Mr. Norman Board of County Commissioners

Four Constitutional Amendments Move Through Legislature

The article explains upcoming measures to implement four amendments ratified by voters in 1916, notably a home rule amendment creating a non partisan charter board for Baltimore City or counties upon 76 percent petition. It covers initiative referendums, property tax classification under the Declaration of Rights, and a new parole and indeterminate sentence framework for criminal cases, with expected early action by the current Legislature.

General Assembly Baltimore City Council County Council Baltimore City Secretary of State

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