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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1918
Page
5
Delayed crops of wheat were harvested this week. Wheat and potato shipments advertised. Obituaries note Mrs Emma Moore died June 22. Local events include church services temperance union meetings and war effort notices. Recruits deferred for medical deficiency face declassification. farm and shop ads mix with community updates and a school scholarship announcement.
Mr James A Barwick visiting Mr George A Dever in this place and plans time with relatives in Queen Annes County. Many local residents noted including Lt Marcus D Smith now at Camp Wheeler and Misses Marjorie Anthony Kathrine Smith taking government roles in Washingtons Quartermasters Corps. Local visitors and summer stays referenced with families from Philadelphia Baltimore Cambridge Chester and Parkesley plus Denton hosts at the Fourth.
June activity across Caroline counties shows multiple Red Cross circles collecting and distributing comfort kits pajamas bed sacks and garments. Churches and schools coordinated donations with chairmen in Goldboro Greensboro Denton Federalsburg Ridgely and other towns plus senior and junior circles supplying sweaters socks and wristlets. Camp Gordon ward gifts included property bags and washcloths.
David HL Milwanger, Camp Meade soldier, from Elkton, was in a car crash while traveling to Denton. He received medical care at Centreville, regained consciousness, and was later transported back toward base with his father and Rev Helsby. He remained seriously injured in hospital care.
Henderson's social page records numerous visits and gatherings. Katharine Melvin hosted a Friday birthday social. Visitors include Mrs C H Dickling and Mrs Preston Clarris of Wilmington, and many locals hosting relatives from Delaware and Maryland towns.
The Willing Workers for the Red White and Blue held an entertainment on Mr A G Saulsbury's lawn featuring seven girls Dorothy Saulsbury Virgie Willis Elina and Elizabeth Wilson Frances Wright Marian Memmans and Mary Emma Porter. Net proceeds of 3.24 will buy yarn for a convalescent quilt. news also notes Silk shirtwaist factory talks, visits by families, burglaries at Mr Russell's premises and local social visits across Ridgely and surrounding towns.
Choptank hosts Waldrons and Waddels from Bethlehem and Camp Meade as visitors fill the weekend. Baltimore visitors return home while Minos Whiteley travels back to Baltimore. Church services in M. FE. Church at 3 pol and a patriotic program at 5 p.m. Also noted are visits by Jester and family, Miss Perry from North Carolina, Mrs. Tall of Baltimore, Mr. Willey of Eddystone, and others visiting Wright and Andrew households.
Federalsburg resident Lieutenant Alfred H. Noble of the Marine Corps has earned the Distinguished Service Cross for valor in the June battles. The 22 year old St John’s College graduate volunteered with the National Guard and joined the marines after enforcing Uncle Sam’s call to duty. He is the son of the late Mr and Mrs Alfred Noble, and his community honors his service.
Mrs. Mary E. Harvey and daughter Mary E. Harvey returned to Philadelphia with Chas. Harvey of Camp Meade joining for a final week end visit before potential deployment. J. L. Stevens hosted Alberta’s eighth birthday party with gifts. A Wesley M. E. baptism saw Rev. W. N. Conaway baptize eight children after the sermon. Numerous visits, dinners, and family gatherings preceded by travels to Baltimore, Milford, Hillsboro, Ridgely, and Philadelphia.
Templeville reports greet Templeville native Colbourn Clark of Philadelphia visiting town after years away. Despite Sunday’s heavy rain the Children's Day service drew a large crowd, with a collection of £42. Read Cross ladies sold a centerpiece. Mrs. Thomas Gali succeeded in securing it. Locals entertain guests, visit relatives, and attend meetings across surrounding towns including Edge Moor Queen Annes Kent Denton and Clayton.
Mrs Leal Carroll, 79, dies at her son in law Edgar Welch’s home near here. Five sons and one daughter survive. T Earl Starkey of Atlantic City attends Carroll obsequies Tuesday. FE Willey family drive to Baltimore. H H Nuttle and sister Miss Mary visit Baltimore. Blanche Chaffinch visits Andersontown. Ladies Aid of Ames hosted by Mrs F Murphy. Edith Robinson returns from Denton weekend. J W Lord of Denton visits Hobbs relatives.
The Choptank Methodist Church Sunday School announces a Children’s Day service scheduled for Sunday evening July 7. The event aims to celebrate young members with a special program and community attendance.
Marydel notes show the Ladies Aid entertained at Mrs. Tom Ford's home with postmeeting refreshments. Private James Tyson Heather returns to Camp Humphreys after furlough. other soldiers and families visit from Camp Meade Camp Dix Philadelphia Elkton and Wilmington. An Epworth League social is planned July 6 on Standerson's lawn with public invitation. News covers visits, travel, and local happenings including farm and travel updates and a new Chevrolet purchase near town.
Nellie K. Stephens administratrix of Purnell Johnson deceased filed inventory of personal property approved and order to sell granted. Also filed account of sales and list of operate debts approved. In the estate of Lincoln D Kelley testimony taken. Irwin Sparklin appointed to vacant Washington College scholarship. Todd executors filed distribution of Elisha F Todd deceased. Lydia H Elliott executrix filed first and final account approved.
Harmony Ladies' Aid met with Mrs Albert Willis on Wednesday afternoon. Sunday School at 10 and preaching at 11 next Sunday. Mr and Mrs Charles Floward and son Paul of Denton visited Mr and Mrs C E Collins. Collins sold his wheat thresher and engine to Mr Charles Layton. Mrs Belle Wean returned from Federalsburg visit. Tomato patches in area infested with the aphis. Mr R R Deen and family visited friends in Laurel, Del.
The Eastern District Association wrapped up a two day session in Hurlock on Wednesday night. The key action was appointing a mission worker for the Eastern Shore of Maryland to begin in Caroline county. Churches are asked to contribute 1000 dollars and the State Mission Board 50 dollars. Ridgeley was named as the next meeting site.
Prof W L Jump former Preston High School principal has been named superintendent of schools for New Castle county by Governor Fownsend. Preston friends regret his leaving but offer congratulations and best wishes for success.
Real estate transfers recorded include George W. Kelly to Regina W Mallowell Federalsburg property 31000. Henrietta Mattee to Burt Hobbs Greensboro lot 200. Millsboro Queen Anne Bank to F Asbury Greaves John Hillsboro 1000. and numerous other deeds across districts Fourth Fifth Sixth Seventh Eighth with prices from 500 to 34000. Notable entries cover Thomas L Walting to Robert Jarrell Sr 200 acres 34500. James E Williamson to Emmett M Williamson 78 acres 3000. J Hudson Taylor to Oliver M Taylor 73 acres in Fifth district. and John Floward to Charles W Stone 58 1/2 acres in Eighth district 7000.
At a Saturday afternoon session of the Council of Defense Women’s Section the two commission members Mrs F J Roe and Mrs Thomas R Green attended with district reports from Mrs J S Lapham First district Mrs T Clayton Horsey Second district and Miss M Louise Dukes Third district. EO Anderson county agent spoke on War Gardens and prize awards. A Nurses’ Service Committee is requested for the county with a chairman and four members Division 1 of Maintenance of Existing Social Agencies. The Child Welfare Committee reports 700 Caroline children under six weighed and measured. several weighing sections still unheard from.
The Government enacts new licensing rules for small boats and craft over 20 feet in harbor areas of ports of entry and adjacent waters. Sail and motor powered boats not part of regular vessel equipment must be specially licensed by the Collector, with heavy penalties for violations. The harbor area covers Maryland, Washington, D C, and Alexandria Virginia, and applies to rivers in the district.
Advice on timing for vegetables with emphasis on beans of pole varieties such as Golden Cluster and Old Homestead and Limas like Early Leviathan and Giant Padded Pole. Also cover cauliflower Snow Ball Dry Weather, sweet corn Salamander Brittle Ice Deacon, peas for heavy soil, radishes Chartier Crimson Giant White Strasburg, and tomatoes this month with cultivation to boost timely ripening.
Scores of Camp Meade soldiers were among Caroline friends on Sunday fast.
Mrs. Leah E. Carroll widow of Willis Carroll died June 16 near Denton aged 76. Funeral July 2 at Concord church with Rev. G. L. Helsby. interment at Federalsburg. Surviving Carroll children include Rev. H. H. Carroll and Willis E. Carroll. Dr. S. Leslie West, age 73, Philadelphia physician and writer born in Caroline county, died last Saturday. widow and one son survive. West was brother to Thomas C. West of Denton National Bank. Mrs. Isabella Deweese, widow of William H. Deweese Sr., died June 21 in Harrington. funeral held Monday. interment at Barratt’s Chapel. Deweese was a Miss Dunn, sister of late Sheriff Dunn of Kent county.
Patriotic wealthy men dismiss their chauffeurs to drive their own cars while others keep drivers or are drafted. Some successful people are too nervous to drive. Elderly or visually impaired may not be fit to take the wheel. Many have learned to enjoy driving despite initial fears.
In sad but loving remembrance of our dear daughter Maude Kelley who departed this life one year ago June 26 igl7.
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