Local notes and upcoming games in Eastern Shore League
The Eastern Shore Soccer League schedules Denton at Co E Elkton at North East and Federalsburg at Greensboro on Sunday. Denton and Hickman Ladies Aid plan a 4:30 p.m. covered dish supper Tuesday January 28 with 25c price to aid a good cause. Major local notices include awards for civic welfare, obituaries for Mrs Ayers and Mr Baker, and bank stockholders meeting with new officers.
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M. K. Newnam
Denton
Elkton
North East
Chesapeake City
Ridgely
Federalsburg
Greensboro
Hickman Ladies Aid
P. Christopher
Mayor and Council of
Berlin
Berlin Business Men's Association
Christopher
Caroline County
Rachel M. Collison
M. F. H. Collison
Carl Collison
Union M. P
Burrsville
George Ford
Hillsboro
Sheriff Sparks
Johnny Truxon
Paul Nichols
Enoch Pritchett
Geo. W. Clendaniel
Bessie Spafford
University of Maryland
T. Alan Goldsborough
Maryland
Benjamin A. Tassler
U. S. Marine Corps
Samuel D. Tasler
Norfolk
Asiatics
West Indies
Canal Zone
San Diego
Hawaii
Philippine Islands
Guam
Shanghai
China
Tassler
Marine Corps
Post Office
Baltimore
E. F. Withers
American Association of Osteopathic Examining S
American Osteopathic Association
New York City
Withers
Maryland Board
Sarah Alexine Ayers
G. Frank Ayres
Tuckahoe Neck
William Finn
Thomas J. Turkington
Methodist Protestant Church
Joshua A
Sallie Wilson
Ayres
Michael Finn
Robert Bruce Finn
Alexander McWilliams
William
Roy
Chester
Herbert Henderson
Boothwyn
Carroll Williams
Chestertown
Bertha Richards
Richard
Hobbs
John
Centreville
Robert
Newark
Del
Charles
Harrington
Bates
Hillsboro-Queen Anne Bank
Church House
George Stewart
William C. Stevens
Charles Jarrell
Henry Morgan
Howard P. Flowers
Charles J. Boyle
Charles E. Cannon
Howard Eley
Joseph Eaton
Fred F. Golt
W J. Hopkins
Harry A. Moore
Palmer C. Pippin
Howard W. Sewell
Denton Social Bloc Celebrates Golden Wedding
A January tenth reception at Mr and Mrs Walter Spathlin on Second street Denton marked their fiftieth wedding anniversary. The home was decorated in green and gold with flowers yellow snapdragons and a candlelit cake. Out of town guests joined local friends as the Sparklins were praised as long time county residents and the Community Club held a subsequent meeting with plans for a bake sale and talks on truth in advertising.
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Walter Spathlin
Second Street
Denton
Gilbert H. Rue
Edenton
Julia Wilson
Rue
Peter Hoffman
Sparklin
R. H. Bryant
Petersburg
James M. Clarke
Massachusetts
Florida
Caroline County
Daniel
Lisha Corkran Sparklin
J. L. Sparklin
St. Georges
Del
Wm. L. Marshall
Lewes
E. C. Hubbard
Easton
Gilbert Hignutt
Charlotte Rose Hignutt
Williston
W. E. Sparklin
D. W. Sparklin
Federalsburg
John
Joe Keister
Robert E. Pickerell
Chicago
May Sparklin
T. A. Baker
Newark
Charles E. Collins
Greensboro
Aubray C. Smoot
Georgetown
W. H. Nuttle
Henry
Dover
M. E
Market Street
Unity Homemakers Club
T. J. Ellwanger
Harry Gordon
James Thawley
Imuss Margaret Gardner
Henry Stafford
Maud Johnson
Irvin Thetis
George Clendantel
Lee Walston
Katherine Gardner
George Lowe
Irvin Theis
Dick Garey
Bryant Cawley
Harold Allfather
Granville Marcus
Clendaniel
Federation
Ridgely
John T. Carter
L. T. Short
Kent County Mutual Insurance Co
Richardson
Ladies Aid
T. O. Crouse
Crouse
John Statum
Preston Davis
O. M. Hignutt
Cambridge
Jennie Crone
Wm J. Richards
Denton Church Notices Cover Morning and Evening Sermons
Denton M. P. Church lists morning sermon The Hallmarh of a Real Man and evening message The Best Book for a Bewildered World. Christian Endeavor at 6 15 led by Rev. T. J. Turkington on Basic Principles. Senior Mothers of the Church of the Brethren meet Thursday at 2. Williston Community Church no afternoon worship Sunday. Epiphany Mission Preston schedules Sunday School at 10. Moses services at St Elizabeth's Denton 9, St Benedict's Ridgely 10 30. Confessions at St Elizabeth's Sunday 8 15.
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Williston Community Church
Epiphany Mission
Preston
Moses
St. Elizabeth’s Church
Denton
St. Benedict’s Church
Ridgely
Adams Cross Roads Sunday School and Church Notice
Sunday School and preaching planned for Sunday afternoon with a fruit jar collection for the Kelp Home. Several local residents mentioned attending gatherings and visits, including Adams family members and community events around Jan. 16 and Jan. 29.
American Corner Social Notes Highlight Local Visits
Mr and Mrs Harry Newton and Mr and Mrs Olas Smith with children recently visited Mr and Mrs Carl Johnson and family. Henry Garman and children spent Monday evening with G I Griffith and Mr and Mrs Olas Smith. Mrs Earl Towers has been visiting her parents due to her mother’s illness. Olas Smith and daughter visited Will Andrew and family Tuesday evening. Edith Bennett returned to her son’s home in New Jersey after visiting Lulu Beauchamp. Willam Andrew Sr. is ill at home. speedy recovery wished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Newton
Olas Smith
Carl Johnson
Henry Garman
G. I. Griffith
Earl Towers
Olns Smith
Will Andrew
Edith Bennett
New Jersey
Lulu Beauchamp
Willam Andrew Sr
Grove Man Alfred Deen Dies At Home
Alfred Deen of Grove died at his home early Monday. He is survived by his brother Robert Deen and sister Sarah Deen, both of Grove. Funeral services were held at Grove M. P. Church Wednesday at 2 p m with Rev. Preston Spence officiating. Interment followed in Grove cemetery. Ben Cohee and two oldest children Norms and Robert visited Philadelphia recently with friends. Ollie Carroll Mrs Smith and Doris Breckenridge visited Clayton Carroll on Friday. Pauline Taylor visited Jessie Butler last Wednesday.
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Alfred Deen
Grove
Robert Deen
Sarah Deen
Grove M
Preston Spence
Grove Cemetery
Ben Cohee
Norms
Robert
Philadelphia
Ollie Carroll
Mrs. Smith
Doris Breckenridge
Clayton Carroll
Pauline Taylor
Jessie Butler
In Memoriam Adams Remembers Grandfather Roger E Adams
In sad but loving remembrance of my dear grandfather Roger E Adams who departed this life nine years ago today January 26 1927. The stars are dimly shining upon one lonely grave where sleeps without awakening one we loved but could not save. By his loving granddaughter Miriam WY Adams Robinson. Also remembrance from his family noting the nine years since his death and a grave nearby where we laid our dear father.
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Adams
Roger E. Adams
Miriam WY. Adams Robinson
Maryland postmasters nominees and exams announced
President Roosevelt sent to the Senate three Maryland postmaster nominations Lena S. Townsend Girdletree Jacob H. Reinhardt Lansdown and Turner B. Waters Severna Park The Civil Service Commission will hold competitive examinations for twelve third class offices in Maryland with applications due by February 7 Offices and salaries listed include Cecilton 1300 Cordova 1100 East New Manchet 1300 Goldsboro 1200 Greenboro 2000 Murlock 2000 Marion Station 1600 Milmeton 1700 Perryville 2000 Preston 2100 Sadlersville 1500 and Trappe 1100.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Senate
Maryland
Lena S. Townsend
Girdletree
Jacob H. Reinhardt
Lansdown
Turner B. Waters
Severna Park
Civil Service Commission
Cecilton
Cordova
East New Manchet
Goldsboro
Greenboro
Murlock
Marion Station
Milmeton
Perryville
Weekly Ridgely News Letter Highlights Club Talks
The Home makers Club showcased a China patterns talk with Miss Spafford explaining Best Buy ware and glazing steps. Mrs. White reviewed Kim by Kipling. Mrs. Clark Murphy named publicity chairman as year plans began. Community Club notes cover readings and poetry. preparations for a Freckles benefit movie continue.
Memories of 55 Years Ago Vih
An reminiscence piece reflecting on life here years ago and the changing landscape. It recalls old farms, field yields, and 19th century farming practices, then shifts to reader letters from former neighbors and friends. Mention of Pinkine and his iron pot, local memories, and a note about Huntington, West Virginia.
Helps For Starting Cold Motors In Winter
Precautions to prevent winter motoring trouble are issued by the Keystone Automobile Club of Maryland. Battery charge, oil viscosity, clean gas line and carburetor, ignition and spark plugs, and anti freeze mixtures are outlined. Regular safety checks and adjustments are advised for safe driving in cold weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keystone Automobile Club of Maryland
Garrison P. Knox
Smithson Homemakers Club Dinner and Local Visits
The Smithson Homemakers Club hosted a supper in the community room for husbands and families, followed by card games. Attending were Mr. and Mrs. E Dukes and son Martin for a wedding at the Catholic Church in Secretary dast of Miss Mary Pospeshill. Nearby residents reported improving health and several visits including Mrs A R Willoughby to Bethlehem, Mr and Mrs H M Towers hosting relatives from Hickman, and trips by Mr Jack Reese to Baltimore.
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Smithson Homemakers Club
E. Dukes
Martin
A. R. Willoughby
J. E. Brodes
Bethlehem
L. Miley
Easton
W. S. McCarty
H. M. Towers
Hickman
R. McCarty
Merle Rhodes
Rhodesdale
Jack Reese
Baltimore
Hillsboro Queen Anne Letter Visits and Weekend Guests
Mrs Edgar Blades and Miss Mildred Stenger were weekend visitors of Mr and Mrs G S Larrimore in Baltimore. Mr Joe Thomas and Miss Louise Thomas from Chester were weekend visitors of Miss Mary Louise Dodds. Mr and Mrs Aday Hanley and children spent the weekend with their parents in Philadelphia. Mr and Mrs G B Stewart were dinner guests of Mr and Mrs Harry Kemp last Sunday. Mr James Ward of Greensboro visited Mr and Mrs Edgar Blades recently. Miss Beatrice Bower of Ridgely was the weekend guest of Miss Sadie Wathers. Mrs Lorin Lane and Miss Mary Louise Dodds visited Easton on Monday. Misses Ella V Pennington and Lulu WY Beaven were Baltimore visitors. The Card Club was entertained by Mrs Milford Kline last week and Mrs Newton Smith was a Philadelphia visitor on Saturday. Mrs Newton Smith hosted the Card Club this week. Mrs Mary Rowe is visiting in Baltimore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edgar Blades
Mildred Stenger
G. S. Larrimore
Baltimore
Joe Thomas
Louise’ Thomas
Chester
Mary Louise Dodds
Aday Hanley
Philadelphia
G. B. Stewart
Harry Kemp
James Ward
Greensboro
A. P. Morris
Durham
N. C
Annie Wooters
Hilda Weaver
Wilmington
J. E. Weaver
Anna Blackburn
3. E. Weaver Jr
Alfred Blackburn
Ernest Pearson
T. F. Dobson
R. F. Cartright
Goldsboro
Miami
Florida
Clara Gesell
New York
John Cohee
Kenneth Bostic
Noble Sipple
Mildred Ivens
Chestertown
Mary Nashold
Strayers Business College
Henry Detwiler Jr
Denton
Charles Wieneke Jr
Where's Grandma play at Tri-County High School
Queen Anne community notices report the play Where's Grandma set for Friday January 31 at 8 pm in the Assembly Hall Tri- County High School admission 15 and 25 cents with a long cast list headed by Nancy Kline Gretchen Blake Margaret Kelso Bob Blake and Reed Morris.
Bethlehem Club Meeting and Local Happenings
The Bethlehem Club met with Mrs. J. B. Todd for a well attended afternoon with two visitors. Memories were shared as they sang When You And I Were Young Maggie. A poem What Do We Do With Our Sundays was read by Mrs. Mary Blades and a china and breakfast demonstration by Miss Bessie Spafford outlined useful dishes and table setting. Refreshments were served. Future meeting set for February 11 at Mrs. Mildred Miley’s home. Local residents Mr. John Brodes suffered a painful auto accident Saturday night returning from Easton. wishes for a speedy recovery. Others visiting or returning include Miss Mamie Legates from Pres ton with Mrs. Heber Lane, Miss Dorothy Perry visiting Wilmington, and Mr. and Mrs. Norris Colby of Matthews with Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Legates. Mrs. John Brodes visiting with Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Bryan at Trappe. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Todd with Ed ge at Henderson.
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Bethlehem Club
J. B. Todd
Maggie
Lee Smith
Mary Blades
Bessie Spafford
Mildred Miley
John Brodes
Easton
Mamie Legates
Heber Lane
Preston
Norris Colby
Matthews
Lawrence Legates
Dorothy Perry
Bobby Foster
Wilmington
Ed. Bryan
Trappe
Edge
Henderson
Harold Clark birthday supper at Federalsburg
Mr and Mrs Wm Clark of Cloverdale Dairy Farm Federalsburg hosted a birthday supper for their son Harold last Friday night January 17. Attending were Mr and Mrs Harold Clark Mr and Mrs Wm Clark Mr and Mrs Geo Skethway Mr and Mrs Glen Skethway Mr and Mrs Chas Clark and son Bobby Cecile Skethway Mr and Mrs B Lawless Mr and Mrs Milo Tifton and son Lester Mrs Larkin and Mr and Mrs Nick Laigneil. Guests enjoyed games and music and wished Harold many more happy birthdays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Clark
Cloverdale Dairy Farm
Federalsburg
Harold
Harold Clark
Geo. Skethway
Glen Skethway
Chas. Clark
Bobby
Cecile Skethway
B. Lawless
Community Club hosts talk on Education and local gatherings
The Community Club met last Monday with hosts Mrs S E Douglas and Mrs J W Noble. T Wilson Cahall principal gave a much appreciated education talk. Attendees joined a Salisbury dance for Peninsula General Hospital. Various club officers were elected and many members noted visiting relatives in Baltimore Philadelphia and Washington during the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. E. Douglas
J. W. Noble
T. Wilson Cahall
Salisbury
Peninsula General Hospital
J. F. Patchett
J. Lattomus
Mildred Engerman
W. T. Kelley
Baltimore
Miss Taylor
Howard Blight Jr
Taylor
Silas Marner
Theodore Fletcher
Burton Proctor Jr
Chicago
Woman's Club
G. C. Christopher
William Cannon
Douglas Focks
J. Edward Douglas
Washington
Max Chambers
Wm. Wrightson
Maryland Health Report Shows Births Outpace Deaths in 1935
Dr Riley of the State Department of Health released provisional 1935 figures showing 27,330 births and 21,175 deaths in Maryland, with a 6,165 birth surplus. Deaths rose in Baltimore City and the Counties, and heart and kidney diseases led the late-year causes, alongside cancer, cerebral hemorrhage, and diabetes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maryland
R. H. Riley
State Department of Health
Baltimore City
Riley
Card of Thanks for Mrs Laura Roe
Family of W A Roe extends sincere thanks to all who offered help by word or deed after the death of wife and mother Mrs Laura Roe.
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Laura Roe
Marriage of W Hyland Van Sant and Thelma Bishop
A young couple, W Hyland Van Sant and Thelma Louise Bishop, wed at the Episcopal Church in Chestertown on Wednesday at five o'clock. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs Nelson Bishop, and groom, son of Mr and Mrs Warren Van Sant, are Greensboro High School graduates. Van Sant, a Washington College and University of Maryland Law School alumnus, was admitted to the Caroline Bar in October 1933 and practices in Denton. After a brief honeymoon they reside in Denton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Hyland van Sant
Thelma Louise Bishop
Episcopal Church
Chestertown
Charles Atwater
Nelson Bishop
Warren van Sant
Greensboro High School
van Sant
Washington College
University of Maryland Law School
Caroline
Denton
Anna Dean
George Dean
Greensboro
Pernell Dean
Whitleysburg
Elizabeth Dean
George E. Nichols
Fred Murphy
King Brown
Brownsville
Del
Thomas Hobbs
Leonard Hobbs
Wilmington
Mary Garrett
Jane Wallis
Norman Walls
Jane
Dorothy Pearson
Betsy Taylor
Ruth Saulsbury
Barbara Brumbaugh
Anna
Mildred Laramore
Margaret
Ilene Harris
Elaine Edwards
Elaine Riddleberger
Ruth Simpson
Lindy Jarvis
Nelson
Kathleen
Janette Draper
Marie Taylor
Virginia Downes
Ann Morris
Miriam Baynard
Mary Catherine Vanville
Alice Eddingfield
Annie Wooters
George Wooters
St. Paul Methodist Church
Ladies Aid
Daughters of Pocahontas
Bates Wooters
Brooklyn
N. Y
Nellie Wooters
Durham
N. C
Grace Wooters
T. F. Beauchamp
Nancy Thornton
Jack Thornton
Clinton Edwards
Elaine
W. Thomas Thornton
Charles Rich
L. W. Taylor
Oscar Wyatt
Ernest Pearson
Jack Boulais
Jack Jr
Janice
Raymond Rawlings
Wallace Thornton
Lydia Cooper
Twentieth Century Club News Meeting Update
The Twentieth Century Club met January 8 at Mrs. A Willis title with 21 members present. Three new members joined. Mrs Noble and Mrs Engerman gave book reports and current events were discussed. Rebecca Voshell and Dorothy Waldron were appointed demonstrators for the year. Pal packages revealed 1935 pals and names for 1936 pals. Next meeting set for January 12 or 29 at Rebecca Voshells, weather permitting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twentieth Century Club
A. Willis
Fulton Noble
John Engerman
Rebecca Voshell
Dorothy Waldron
Clarence Perry
Young suitor sent to meet the father in old customs
The piece recalls older courting rituals where a man seeking marriage would first seek the woman's father. It contrasts with modern times when such a formal step is rarely taken and outlines the shift in social expectations and nerves involved in the encounter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dad
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