Major Moc Mebane tragedy and political notes
Major Robert Moc Mebane is fatally shot at his home on Monday afternoon ending a promising career. The article notes friends, questions the motive, and mentions a political shift as E. Clay Timanus becomes mayor. It also discusses church divorce rulings, Reading Railroad profit aims, Maryland fruit exhibits, and local Dorchester Democratic squabbles amid broader national concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Moc Mebane
Jimsett
Melane
E. Clay Timanus
Beneficial Field Animal Aids Farm Weeds and Pests
Field experiments show the creature consumes vast weed seeds and destroys many pest species without harming grain, fruit, or other crops. Researchers note its value to farms as an abundant helper in weed and pest control, enhancing crop protection.
Roosevelt Speech Sparks Civil War Debate at Gettysburg
The Philadelphia Record contrasts President Roosevelt remarks on the Civil War with Lincoln's aims. It argues freeing enslaved people was not a military necessity, while Roosevelt defends the war as a fight for emancipation, prompting contention over original Union restoration.
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Roosevelt
Philadelphia Record
Abraham Lincoln
Roosevelt Speech Echoes in Memorial Day Reflection
A civil war era tribute notes fading veteran lines and upcoming political shifts. Roosevelt’s 1896 patriotism remark is cited, urging unity behind Smith for Congress as Democratic counties offer support and optimism for his election.
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Congress
Smith
Eure
Queen Anne’s selects electors and delegates for convention
The Centreville record notes Democratic unity in Queen Annes County with John F. George chosen Presidential Elector for the First district and Richard D. Hynson, Esq. named as a delegate to the Democratic National Convention. It praises Hynson’s merit while alleging Baltimore Republican papers push internal strife.
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Centreville
Queen A Anne’s
John F. George
Kent
Richard D. Hynson
Errs
Mr. Hynson
Sterling Democracy
Baltimore
Senator Quay Dies and Political Shifts Noted
United States Senator Quay died on Saturday last, a blow to the National Republican party and to Pennsylvania politics where he stood as a dominant figure. Senator Stewart of Nevada is described as having no share in the party’s leadership, while his 65 year old beard is noted as a long-standing feature. An Virginia ladies association forms to promote roadside tree planting along public roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William H. Jackson
Maryland
Baltimore Herald
Inquirer
Washington
Jackson
George F. Baer
Reading Railroad
Inter-State Commerce Commission
Reading Iron & Coal Company
Reading Coal & Iron Company
Republican Party
United States
Quay
National Republican Party
Pennsylvania
Stewart
Nevada
Virginia
Uncle Sam Reaches One Million Names On Pension Roll
The government in Washington still stands as the pension system hits a milestone of one million names on the roll. The update signals ongoing administration of veteran benefits and continued systemic reach. Other details remain unclear from the fragment.
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Uncle Sam
Washington
Roosevelt enthusiasm in the West remains unseen in private talk
In Philadelphia reports the West is praised for Roosevelt's candidacy but private discussions reveal cooler prospects. Observers contrast public excitement with what they hear behind closed doors, calling it a recurring pattern like milk sickness, always in the next county.
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Philadelphia
Roosevelt
The Jap and the task before HM
A historical note on Port Arthur during the Russo Japanese War describes Japanese advances and Russian defenses. It recalls past sieges, surrounding fortifications, and fierce Japanese casualties, highlighting determined assault and strategic fortifications in Manchuria.
Birthday Present Prompt Sparks Playful Exchange
In a humorous exchange Blobbs jokes about his wife giving a yearly birthday present, while Blobbs retorts that he cannot afford it. The banter highlights light domestic comedy and financial constraints.
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Blobbs
Assignee’s Sale Real Estate in Denton Maryland
By virtue of a mortgage assignment dated November 15 1898 Edwin R Cochran Jr to Charles Leedom and assignment to Henry R Lewis the assignee will sell the mortgaged premises at public auction in front of the courthouse door Denton Maryland.
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Edwin R Cochran, Jr
Charles Leedom
Caroline County
Liber C. W. IL
Henry R. Lewis
Court House
Denton
Maryland
Ridgely Land Farm in Caroline County Maryland Auctioned
A parcel known as The Ridgely Land in the Eighth Election District Caroline county Maryland is offered at public sale on Tuesday June 28 between 12 pm and 2 pm. The tract contains about 125 acres with 10 acres in bearing peach trees and a key stave mill. improvements include outbuildings and two small frame dwellings. The land runs along several named parcels including James Butler Hig nátt and Todd lands and is near the Camp Ground branch road leading to Hbards Cross-roads.
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Caroline County
Maryland
Samuel G. Smith
Andersontown
James Butler
Manuel Hignutt
Hignutt
Eli Todd
Charles Leedom
Edwin R Cochran
Hickman
Circuit Court
Mary A. Moore
William B. Gruwell
Chancery
Court House
Denton
Conveyancing At Purchaser’s Expense At Day Of Sale
Henry R. Lewis asignee of mortgage announces cash payments due on day of sale and conveyancing at purchaser expense. Joux W. Char appointed as auctioneer. G-Etds.
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Henry R. Lewis
Joux W. Char
Complex land conveyance in Caroline County parcels summary
Fragmentary real estate notice details a chain of deeds linking William A. Graham, William H. Cashe, and others. It cites 1885 recordings in Liber H G No 48 Folio 511 and Liber L E G No 49 Folio 149, with a boundary description along Ingleside to Henderson road, Norris farm line and school house lot exclusions, plus an 1899 conveyance to William Zeigler and reserved 96 perches.
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William A. Graham
William H. Cashe
Caroline County
John A. Graham
William HE. Cashe
Gust
Ingleside
Henderson
Alda Clements
William Graham
Alex. Brown
Norris
Norris Farm
School House
William FL. Cashe
William Zeigler
Land description near Mellville and Mt Zion with saw mill
Beginning on the county road from Mellville to Mt Zion at a stake near a basket factory. Describes bounds north and east distances to stakes, returning to the start. Containing 109 acres more or less, improved by a valuable saw mill in good condition.
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William H. Casho
Sammel Hraoa
Samuel Hudson
Mellville
Mt. Zion
Jones Land
Jones
Ingleside
Baltimore Corner
Ingleside Road
Bexzinning
Cashe’s Mill
Goldsboro
Mellvill
DTO
Henderson
Henderson Road
Lot of 2 1 8 Acres with Basket Factory at Ingleside Road
Property description detailing Lot A near Cashe's Mill and Ingleside road. Includes saw mill lot, 2 1 8 acres, basket factory with 6000 baskets daily capacity, wagon and cart rim-bending machinery, large corn and feed grinding mill. Also another Lot D with defined bounds along county road and ditch bank.
Mellville area property notices on two story dwellings and lots
Legal notices describe parcels near Mellville and Henderson roads with improvements including two story dwellings, outbuildings, and an orchard. Descriptions cover boundary lines, perches, and bearings from crossroads to county roads, listing multiple plots and the improvements on each.
Four Dozen Acres of Land on Henderson Near Schools
Thirty nine acres in ten tracts appeals to grain, grass, fruit and veggie farming. Located about a mile from Henderson station in a neighborhood with churches and stores. Tracts offered individually or in combination to suit bidders. Additional tracts 11, 12 and 13 feature white oak and other timber on them.
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Henderson Station
Terms of Sale for Covey Property in Denton Maryland
One third cash with balance in two equal installments at six and twelve months, secured by interest bearing notes with approved surety or all cash option. Year 1904 rents reserved. Deeds issued only after full payment. Title papers at purchaser’s expense. Plot available at my office. Fred R Owens, Plp Covey Auet Attorney. Loans available by applying to undersigned Rlowens, Attorney at law, Denton Maryland.
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Fred. R. Owens
Covey
Auet
T. Pliny Fisher
Jons W. Clark
Hardware and Household Goods Auction Lot Details
A large lot of hardware paints oils wagon cart and carriage harness tinware furniture carpets oil cloth straw matting stoves ranges fence wire plows fencing galvanized iron roofing tarred felt roofing pumps and pump material wash machines sewing machines grapophones and graphophone records at the sale.
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Oliver and South Bend
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Denton Journal
VRP
Melven
Johnson Melvin & Johnson, Publishers
Editoral Notes
Washington County
Dorchester
the Chronicle
Applegarth
Amasa
Department of Agriculture
Bob White
Caroline High School
Veryone
Porter
Bryan
New York City
Port Arthur
Manchuria
Peter F. Causey
Basket Factory
Tim
Moushia Sry
Senderson
NDE
Attornney
Willisa Tl. Case
Emil B. Case
Will Oferat Public Cde
Dloor
Miuadand
Pune
Miamviand
S. Jones
Lemuel Jones
Stowest
Chenee
Cais Band
Wihlam Go Faenb
James Gratin
Wits SO
William OG. Lamb
R. Jones
Willian N. Jones
Liber J. W. T
Caroline Comity
William T. Roe
Martha J. Roe
Ling
Leiining
M. ‘Zion
Wee. Rlowens
Denton, Md
Tmeghman Harvey's
Steel Ranges
Desrown
Mik Praraia
Respectratta
Soibiaecciwaen
Ak Aim Wells Uelledk
Grelastorko, Mb
Docamber Do Pb
MIR
Vootdarvey
siur-Vice
Quak Meu Steel Range
Marreia
Ito
Ata
Mas
Arthur A Adams
Hoeksvinte
OT. Harvey
Cat
Gevsery
NS Stayton
Diaion, Mo
MR. T.sparals
Sth
W.D. Taylor
Flderaulsburg, Mo
Haleswore
UT. Poarvly
Durryville
Wilbur Pennington
Dison
Tilgiuat
Hayneves
Hartsville
Rh. Wright
T.harves
Chaseline
Burrsville
Tetar VE
Lexington Street
Charles
Oehm’s
Acme Hall
Wright
Hamburg
Arbuckles Collee
W. R. Wright
Journal Building
Bullocks Jewelry Store
Heath & Milligan
Chicago
U.S.A
Nisi
Clara Deakyne
Thomas L. Day
F. J. Wright
Rel D
Jour Denton
Bullock’s Jewelry Store
Vial Building
Ridgely
Federalsburg
Preston
Taltbot
Caroline Counties
State Board of Barber Examiners
W. Fayette Street
Gattimore
Cambridge
J. W. Rasson
S. Waller
Denton Bridge
Tls. Slaughter
Roe’s Cannery
Gilingher & Cooper
Mad
Anklam Manufacturing CO
Isaac Gruwell
Care Denton Journal
W. EE. Wilson
Davis
H. B. Davis Co., Manufacturers
American Surety Company of
New York
N. Y
State of
American Surety Company
Lloyd L. Wilkinson
Insurance Commissioner
H. Dean
Queen Anne, MD
Abraham Rolls
Nuttle Hardware Company
Pittsburg
the Nuttle Hardware CO
Mullin
Wilmington
T. Alan Goldsborough
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