Local notes on prices, people, and Port Deposit flood
Wheat at 1 27, corn 76c, eggs 7c a dozen cash. Ads for goods and services from Andersontown to Preston. Local property sales, road supervisors named, and a large Port Deposit ice gorge cleanup with damages estimated at 150000 to 200000 dollars and blame placed on the B and O bridge piling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Blackiston
Brick Motel
J. T. Carter
Starkey Place
Andersontown
Leonard Statum
Peninsular Light and Power
I. J. McIlvaine & Sister's
Happy Young Couples Wed in County Matrimonies
A series of weddings across Hobbs Ste vensville and surrounding towns includes Elizabeth Towers and John Ricards at Hobbs with relatives present. Lulu Price and James Thawley wed at Stevensville with a pink and green decor. Sallie Pitts and Lee Walston marry at a Hurlock home with a blue traveling suit. Anna Anthony and Albert Neal wed at a Willis ton home, while Riley Davis and Hattie Stevens marry in Secretary. Additional nuptials include Arthur Kelley and Gertrude Willoughby at Burrsville M I parsonage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth C. Towers
J. E. Towers
John R. Ricards
Hobbs
Carroll Maddox
Methodist Protestant Church
Messrs
W. Gordon Holbrook
J. Roland Chafsfinch
Margaret Ricards
Bridgeville
Greenwood
Stevensville
Kent Island
Lulu A. Price
Legg
James W. Thawley
Greensboro
Duchess Messaline
Hollingsworth
Walter Price
W. W. Goldsborough
G. P. Outten
W. C. Legg
Marion Pitts
Hurlock
Lee A. Walston
Denton
J. L. Ward
Cambridge Methodist Protestant Church
Flossie Pitts
Walston
First Street
Denton Auto and Supply Company
Sarah IL Anthony
Marietta Anthony
Albert Rk. Neal
T. J. Sard
Annetta R. Anthony
Riley S. Davis
Preston
Hattie Blanche Stevens
Daniel Stevens
Dorchester County
Marrie
J. Winfield Murphy
Arthur L. Kelley
Gertrude A. Willoughby
Burrsville
M. I. Parsonage
T.J. Sard
New Officers Installed at The Peoples Bank
The Peoples National Bank directors on Tuesday accepted the resignation of president Joseph H. Bernard who has served since 1898. Albert G. Towers, son-in-law of Bernard and board member since 1905, was unanimously chosen to succeed him as president. Henry T. Nuttle was elected vice-president, with Fred R. Owens retiring. Thomas F. Johnson was re elected cashier, William H. Nuttle teller, and Sherman Hignutt book keeper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoples Bank
Peoples National Bank
Joseph H. Bernard
Bernard
Albert G. Towers
Towers
Thomas F. Johnson
William H. Nuttle
Sherman Hignutt
Orphans' Court Proceedings Record In Bailey Administrators Case
In Orphans Court on Tuesday Judges Clark Liden and Fleetwood pres ent Ellwanger and Bailey administrators of John H Bailey presented a deed petition by John T Carter. Case continued next session. Perry executors presented inventory of deceased David F Perry approved. Rogers Todd appointed to value real estate of James Fr Ross deceased. Ellwanger Bailey presented account of sales approved. Sigler executors report of sales of Isaac J Sigler real estate ratified. Bailey executor of Mary A Glanding presented sales report of real estate. Conditional order of ratification granted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orphans’ Court
Clark, Liden
Fleetwood
Jacob E. Ellwanger
B. B. Bailey
John H. Bailey
John T. Carter
Willian F
E. K. Perry
David F. Perry
George Rogers
G. S. Todd
James Fr. Ross
Alfred Sigler
J. A. Sigler
Isaac J. Sigler
Harry S. Bailey
Mary A. Glanding
Greatly Reduced Force to Atlantic City Rail Meet
Tickets sold and good for February 6, 7 and 8 at reduced force for travel to Atlantic City Pennsylvania Railroad gathering of the National Canners' Association. Return to original starting point by February 15. Consult nearest Ticket Agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic City, Pennsylvania Railroad
National Canners’ Association
Death of Mr William Hopkins at 65 in local home
Mr William Hopkins died in the early hours Monday at his home after a two week illness. He, 65, leaves a widow, two sons Wallace and Howard, two sisters, three brothers, and several relatives. Funeral was Wednesday at his home with Rev Thomas J. Lard, Mt Olivet cemetery near Felton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Hopkins
Here
Messrs
Wallace
Howard Hopkins
Riley Melvin
Felton
Del
Alexander Cain
Frederica
Jas. P. Hopkins
Greensboro
Henry Hopkins
Dover
Alfred Hopkins
Brownsville
Thomas J. Lard
Mt Olivet Cemetery
William E. Cheezum
Darrah
Etta Gardner
Will Gardner
Eva Thawley
James Thawley
Mary L. T. Thawley
Carroll Thawley
Florrie Dill
A. T. "Porter
May Porter
Baltimore
Verde Melvin
Wilmington
Beulah Church Property Bought by Holiness Union
The Beulah Church near Preston in Dorchester County was purchased by the Independent Holiness Union of Caroline County. The Union will move worship from Lancaster to the new property and begin regular services. Revival meetings proceed despite bad weather with Miss Dryden aiding in music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beulah
Preston
Dorchesterounty
Independent Holiness Union
Caroline County
Holiness Union
Lincchester
Miss Dryden
MM. E
C. Nadal Jones
George M. Whiteley
Harrisburg
Whiteley
Washington Wright
Dubois, Pa
Emily Douglass
Local visits and returns noted in town and region
Mrs S D Carrow and daughter Martha of Greensboro visited relatives nearby. Mr C G Barcus returned to Wyoming after two weeks with friends here. Miss Isabell Carrow and nieces Ruth and Edna stayed with Mrs W G Carrow as W H Goodwin returned from Wilmington. Mr W S Cubbage of Viola spent Tuesday with townsfolk. Mrs J F Quillen visited her mother near Felton. Mrs P C Parvis spends days in Wilmington. Mr C E Hollingsworth spent Tuesday in Philadelphia. Miss Lola Jones visits Goldsboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. D. Carrow
Martha
Greensboro
C. G. Barcus
Wyoming
Isabell Carrow
Ruth
Edna
W. G. Carrow
W. H. Goodwin
Wilmington
W. S. Cubbage
Viola
J. F. Quillen
Felton
P. C. Parvis
C. E. Hollingsworth
Philadelphia
Lola Jones
Goldsboro
Reverend Sheridan Preaches in Grove and Choptank Churches
Rev J M Sheridan head of the Maryland Methodist Protestant Conference will preach at Choptank Church Monday February 21 at 2 pm and at Grove Church 7 30 pm The Grove fourth quarterly conference will be held at Choptank Monday February 21 at 3 15 pm Other services listed include American Corner Zion and Grove churches on Sunday and Mrs Elliott and son Russell return from Baltimore Miss Beatrice Smith of Hurlock visiting Miss Nettie Bradley
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Sheridan
Maryland Methodist Protestant Conference
Choptank Church
Grove Church
Grove Circuit
Methodist Protestant Church
American Corner Methodist Protestant Church
Zion
Grove
Elliott
W. Biggs Elliott
Russell
Baltimore
Beatrice Smith
Hurlock
Nettie Bradley
Local notes on residents and events in Ridgely area
Mrs J E Willoughby returns home from Ridgely where she had stayed with her daughter Mrs Edward Boone. Attendees from this place went to Denton for the Neal Anthony wedding on Wednesday evening. Otis Gilbert Hignatt attends Bryant Statton Business College in Baltimore. Mrs William Willoughby returns from Philadelphia visit. Rev John E Smith preached here on Sunday to a large attentive congregation. Steamboats return welcomed by the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neal Anthony
Denton
Otis Gilbert Hignatt
Sadler, Bryant & Statton
Business College
Baltimore
William Willoughby
Philadelphia
John E. Smith
Christian Endeavor group gathers for social gathering
Mrs C F Todd Mrs O P Roe and Miss E Mania were entertained Monday by Mr and Mrs T H L Nichols at their home After the gathering the Christian Endeavor service Sunday evening was led by President Mr J E Towers The topic Was Does religion pay Miss Priscilla Carroll visits her nephew Mr M F H Collison Newark NJ Mr W G Holbrook visits his mother Mrs Maranda Holbrook
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. F. Todd
O. P. Roe
Miss E. Mania
T. HL. Nichols
Christian Endeavor
J. E. ‘Towers
Priscilla Carroll
M. F. H. Collison
W. G. Holbrook
Newark
N. J
Maranda Holbrook
Notable Denton Philadelphian dies after short illness
James E. W. Bryning a Philadelphia draftsman dies at sixty after a brief pneumonia illness. He married Miss Redden of Denton, and his funeral was held at his Philadelphia home, the body then brought to Denton for burial. He designed stone work for major buildings including Wanamaker and Curtis, and worked on St Mary’s Cathedral in Edinburgh and other landmarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James E. W. Lryning
Philadelphia
Messrs
George T
Frank W. Redden
Denton
Locust Street
J. Gibson Gantt
Christ Church
Denton Cemetery
Bryning
England
America
Glasgow
Redden
Europe
Great Wanamaker
Curtis
St. Mary's Cathedral
Edinburg
New York Clearing House
Girard Trust
Bellevue-Stratford
Massachusetts State House
Robert Patton
Preston
Patton
Caroline County
Amelia Blades
Isaac B. Blades
Caroline
Orlando
Emily
Johu Blades
Sarah I. Trice
Samuel Trice
Matthew
Lydia
Oscar Nichols
Sue Sisk
William Sisk
Matthew Patton
Federalsburg
James Cradford Bishop
Queen Anne's County
Shawn
Charles E. Bishop
George D. Bishop
Wilmington
Bishop
Tuckahoe Neck
Ed. Cannon
Atlanta
Del
Baltimore
Bridgeville
David Stroup
Fred Wright
Jas. S. Robinson
Maryland Agricultural College
County approves road equipment upgrades for state work
The County Commissioners on Tuesday authorized purchasing a 10 ton road roller for state work. The first project will begin near Watts' creek with a concrete bridge to be erected soon. They also contracted for stone and ordered ten stone-spreader wagons from Smith & Walls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watts’ Creek
Smith & Walls
Revival, appointments loom at Wilmington M E conference
The forty second annual Wilmington M E Conference meets in Salisbury in six weeks to name two district superintendents to replace Revs Mowbray and Morgan. Candidates include Revs Hill Wyatt Turner Hof fecker Alderson Prettyman Budd Coursey Watt. Chesapeake City reports its greatest revival in forty years with daily prayer meetings and high crowds as Rev Edwin Gardner leads The Dover Wesley church also hosts a booming revival under Rev Hoffecker and the Methodism Matrons convene at Mrs Morgan’s home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilmington
Salisbury
A. 5
Mowbray
S. M. Morgan
John W. Hamilton
Boston
Charles A. Hill
C. T.wyatt
H. C. Turner
E. L. Hoffecker
Dover
G. T. Alderson
Newark
C. W. Prettyman
Snow Hill
H.G. Budd
Crisfield
R. T. Coursey
Cambridge
Robert Watt
Smyrna
Chesapeake City
M. E. Church
Edwin Gardner
Preston
Wesley M. E
EL. Hoffecker
G. T. Morgan
Bride Changes Mind In Maryland Wedding Turnabout
Miss Bessie H Stanton of the Fork planned to wed Ollie Thompson of Hurlock with a Washington residence, organist, and license. On Tuesday she chose Eugene Handy of Reliance, and the ceremony proceeded that night despite a storm, sending the Handy Stanton couple to Philadelphia for their bridal trip. Thompson accepts the turn with good humor as the swap unfolds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Packham
Dorset
Bessie H. Stanton
The
Fork
Ollie Thompson
Hurlock
Washington
Eugene Handy
Reliance
Handy-Stanton
Mr. Handy
Mr. Thompson
James Thompson
Cammbridge Exchange
Liberty Sunday School Reorganizes With New Officers
Liberty Sunday School reconstituted last Sunday naming W F Wagner as superintendent Garden Butler as assistant F W Wagner secretary Gertie Handy treasurer William Handy librarian Iva Pepper Louise Wright assistants Eva Pepper Mary Cahail Gertie Handy organists Guests included Annie Collins and brothers Carl and Minos Lowe Collins uncle Ruth Rumble of Philadelphia visiting sister Mrs James Butler Ruth Wright returned home after Philadelphia visit Susie Cox also back after time with Eva Pepper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liberty
Liberty Sunday School
W. F. Wagner
Garden Butler
F. W. Wagner
Gertie Handy
William Handy
Iva Pepper
Louise Wright
Eva Pepper
Mary Cahail
Annie Collins
Carl and
Minos
Lowe Collins
Ruth Rumble
Philadelphia
James Butler
Ruth Wright
Susie Cox
Caroline County Bank elects officers and directors
The Caroline County Bank stockholders elected officers and directors led by President D J Zacharias Sr and Vice President Nathaniel Horsey of 5 H Cashier T Clayton Horsey and Teller L Irving Jones Also named were directors including Daniel J Zacharias Dr Fred R Malone Clinton L Jarman Dr William Winder Goldsb or Nathaniel Horsey S H D S Brockway S J Bilbrough Addison A Christian J E Gibson P Seldon Boughley Hon J Alda Jackson J W Price Jonas Shaner and Mrs Nellie Bennett A visit by Mrs Laura M Wisham near Greensboro noted Also a Baltimore hospital treating a little daughter of Fred P Roe and a little son of Warren Vansant of Greensboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caroline County Bank
D. J. Zacharias, Sr
Nathaniel Horsey
5. H
T. Clayton Horsey
L. Irving Jones
Daniel J. Zacharias
Fred R. Malone
Clinton L. Jarman
William Winder Goldsborough
S. H
D. S. Brockway
S. J. Bilbrough
Greensboro
Addison A. Christian
Gimbel Bros
Philadelphia
Frank A. Porter
Burrsville
J. E. Gibson
Bridgetown
P. Seldon Boughley
Denton
J. Alda Jackson
Goldsboro
J. W. Price
Harrington
Del
Jonas Shaner
Ridgely
Nellie Bennett
Englishtown
N. J
Laura M. Wisham
Fred P. Roe
Warren Vansant
Baltimore
Timber land sale near Galestown and visits noted
J T Kinder Co reports purchase of timber near Galestown. Miss Ethel Wright visits her aunt Mrs Greenbury Griffith. Mr N L Wagner collected sixty two eggs last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Kinder& Co
Galestown
Ethel Wright
Greenbury Griffith
LN. ‘Wagner
Social and Personal Items of Denton and Nearby
Several entertainments and visits mark community life. Mr. and Mrs. Charles S. York Jr hosted a luncheon in East Baltimore for relatives including Mrs. Caroline Hall and Miss Ela S. Cole to celebrate a first wedding anniversary, while Denton groups held card parties and dances at the Law Building. Various residents, including Nettie Cannon, Elizabeth Garey, Katharine Stitchberry, and Winifred Wilson, are noted for visits, returns, and social rounds across Baltimore, Denton, Wilmington, and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles S. York, Jr
East
Baltimore
S. Frank Cole
Lewis T. Cole
Denton
Charles S. York
Caroline Hall
Ela S. Cole
Wilmington
York, Jr
P. O. Sparks
Sparks
Philadelphia
Harry M. Locke
N. D. Rickards
Washington
D. C
Charles Howard
F. C. Ramsdell
H. D. Hinman
Wyoming
Elizabeth Garey
Thimble Club
Tuckahoe Neck
Walter Sparklin
Petersburg
Sadie Allen
Alexander Hardcastle
Bridge Club
P. Steele
Katharine Stitchberry
Talbot
Thomas H. Hollingsworth
Winifred Wilson
Queen Anne’s County
Richardson
Stanley Deakyne
Baltimore Star
J. Olan Clark
Edward W. Liden
Annapolis
J. Edward Tyler
W. J. Hubbard
Delaware
Leonard Statum
Annie Emerson
Emerson Polk
Pocomoke City
A. G. Towers
W. D. Fleetwood
Lawrence LB. Towers
C. E. Collins
Teachers swindled by Boston book firm impersonator
A wave of deception targets teachers across multiple sections of the State. A plausible agent, posing as a Boston book firm representative, lures cash payments for a discounted book set. Some teachers paid full price, hoping to secure the set. A superintendent traced the firm, later learning there is no such business, and authorities offer a reward for the culprit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Queenstown and Love Point Transport Plans Service
An official of the Queenstown and Love Point Transportation and Development Company announced a regular passenger and freight service between Baltimore, Love Point and Queenstown. A May 1 start with two sailings daily is anticipated, and about $250,000 may be spent to improve Love Point and Queenstown with amusements and parks for summer excursion traffic. Plans also call for an electric line from Queenstown to Easton, Salisbury, with right of way secured and parties being gathered to start construction soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore American
Queenstown
Love Point
Easton
Cart
Lge
Salisbury
Mother's Avalrating Leaf Remedy Ad
An old advertisement touts a pleasant herb cure for kidney and bladder trouble fatigue and headaches. It promotes Mother Gray Co. with a free sample offer and urges readers to ask druggists about the product. Contains misspellings and faded contact details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Semple
The
Mother Gray Co
Lemley
February Cherry Party Idea From Woman's Home Companion
A February article suggests a Cherry Party for Washington's Birthday using cranberries and tissue paper cherries. Guests play games tying cranberries to a cherry tree, guessing cherry counts, catching berries on the back of the hand, and tossing cranberries into a bowl for points. Prizes are candy boxes with artificial cherries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellen Tyndell
Woman's Home Companion
Washington
George
In Memoriam for Sarah E Jewell and Family Remembrance
In sad but loving remembrance of our dear mother Sarah E Jewell wife of Frank T Jewell who died January 14 1916 aged 62 years and nine months Farewell dear mother thou art at rest You could not stay on earth with us But we can come to thee A faithful mother true and kind A better mother you could not find By her daughter In sad but loving remembrance of husband and father Samuel L Kinder who departed this life January 28 1909 Death should come gently to one of gentle mold Close thine eyes calmly and without pain And we will in God to see thee yet again Kinper and children Darling boy who died January 21 1909 We miss you dearest Stewart When the day of life has fled Where in heaven with Joy to greet thee Max F A Redden
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah E. Jewell
Frank T. Jewell
Hier Daugiter
Stewart
Maxs
F. A. Redden
Hope For The Peach In Delaware Peninsula
A Dover News report by W G Dawson of Cambridge analyzes Delaware peach prospects on the Peninsula. He notes only 43 percent of ten year trees remain yet argues soil and climate conditions are favorable and that modern methods can restore top peach quality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delaware
New Castle County
W. G. Dawson
Cambridge
Dawson
San Jose
Dover News
Rural Mail Patrons Urged to Use Envelopes for Coins
The Department informs rural post offices that starting February 15 rural letter carriers will not collect loose coins from rural mail boxes. Patrons should enclose coins in envelopes or wrap them, or use coin-holding receptacles so coins can be easily removed. Carriers must lift coins and attach stamps if sent with mail. This reduces delays and hardship from coin deposits.
Concord Social Gathering Highlights Local Guests
Miss Jennie Kelly hosted a pleasant Wednesday evening with guests including Jennie Kelley Lizzie Robb Emma Hubbard Dillie Mertiken Bessie Fountain Hattie Dukes Eva Bowdle Roberta Everagam and Messrs James Neal James Griffith Ernest Collins Willie Seeders Mrs Evelyn Hopwood of Baltimore is visiting cousin Mrs J Hen Welch Annie Todd and Mrs India Williamson traveled to Baltimore this week Miss Winnie Johnson visits friends in Greenwood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Concord
Jennie Kelly
Jennie Kelley
Lizzie Robb
Emma Hubbard
Dillie Mertiken
Bessie Fountain
Hattié Dukes
Eva Bowdle
Roberta Everagam
James Neal
James Griffith
Ernest Collins
Willie Seeders
Evelyn Hopwood
Baltimore
J. Hen Welch
Annie . Todd
India Williamson
Winnie - Johnson
Greenwood
Hillsboro Area Patrons Organize School Association
A Hillsboro School patrons group forms with monthly meetings. First session January 18 features Miss Smedley and officers George H. Beaven president Everett Gale vice president Cora M. Pippin principal secretary. Next meeting February 1 expected with Prof. E M Noble. Goal to unite school and home and discuss educational topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hillsboro
Smedley
George H. Beaven
Everett Gale
Cora M. Pippin
E. M. Noble
Thomas B. Sparklin
J.C. Thrasher
Trinity M. E. Church South
Easton
Hubert Sydenstricker
M. E. Church South
Queen Anne
Isaac T. Sparklin
Maggie Jarrell
F. Edward Jarrell
Mr. Sparklin
Cordova
Alma Thompson
H. M. Thompson
Henry E. Morgan
J. E. Morgan
M. E Church
Clarence Birchnal
Wilmington
Jesse C. Taylor
St. Paul's Protestant Episcopal Church
Miss Harrington
Greensboro
Miss Calloway
Farmington
Polly Calloway
James H. Calloway
Naomi R. Rolph
Harmony
Myrtle Kemp
Federalsburg
C. Se. Stewart
Medford Merrick
Helen
Trappe
Charles I. Stewart
Harry W. Sparks
William H. Stevens
Howard Hubbard
Talbot
Washington
Calvin C. Carlisle
Baltimore
Marion C. Dean
Richard E. Smith
J. Leslie Beauchamp
Howard Owens
Betterton
Rowa T. Poole
Wabash
Ind
N. E. Dean
George B. Stewart
Ridgely
Emma Morgan
C. E. Stewart
G. Lawrence Wilson
John Holt
Virginia Holt
Marydel
Choose the right fire insurer from Cooper Wright & Cooper
An advertisement urges shoppers to compare fire insurance like apples in a row. It argues costs are similar across companies but value differs, endorsing Cooper Wright & Cooper as strong, reliable choices and urging subscription now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cooper, Wright & Cooper
Cooper,Wright & Cooper
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Denton Journal
the Local Department
Talbot County
Chapel District
T. W. Smith
A. L. Duffey
William H. Anderson
Bughes Lumber and Coal Company
Henry W. Hughes
Clifford Hirons
Pennsylvania
First District
W. J. Brown
King
Masonic Hall
Almira Jones
Starkey
Charles
T. Pliny Fisher
Charles W. Hobbs
Chaffinch
Spring Grove Hospital
Frank Colescott
Cornstable Temple
Colescott
E. H Johnson
Annie H
Barnett
Johnson
Elmer H. Walton
Salisbury Courier
United States
Justices of the Peace
William T. Sewell
Sewell
FE. L. Jones Machine Company
Austin Flinn
Port Deposit
Pennsylvania Railroad
Baltimore & Ohio
Williston
J. E. Willoughby
Edward Boone
Hobbe
Levy Court
Church News
Federalaburg
Chester
Samuel L. Kinder
Queen Anne Affaire
L. P. Corkran
Ruthsburg
H. Saulsbury Sparks
Edward Taylor
Oxford
George C. Sherwood
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