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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1913
Page
5
The Denton E times echoes a busy scene with agriculture prices like eggs and tomatoes, shop openings, auctions and sales, a piano purchase, a post office decorating, Easter items, and plans for ice plants and real estate deals. It notes high profile visits, public lectures, club meetings, charitable events, and a civil suit in Baltimore.
A surprise wedding ties Mrs. Josephine Kemp and Mr. John R. Wright aged eighty one at the bride’s home with Rev. Dr Rood officiating. Wright crosses the Choptank by motor launch to woo the bride on the Talbot side. Only immediate family present. Kemp is mother of Harry H. Kemp, a Republican leader.
Local growers report fruit buds in surprisingly good condition with a favorable outlook for a solid crop this year. Warm winter weather had raised concerns, but Caroline County’s strong fruit interest and cheering prospects uplift residents as shad appear in the Choptank.
Mrs. J W Parris hosted Wesley M E Church ladies last Wednesday. New blackboards and desks were installed at the local school enhancing comfort for teachers and pupils. Friday featured exercises honoring the Father of our Country. Iva Russell remained ill but showing slight improvement. Several residents visited Baltimore or hosted out-of-town guests.
Mr and Mrs Frank H J Wright hosted a Wednesday evening gathering on February 25 to honor their son Virgil Several games flinch crokinole and music provided amusement Guests included Anna Bowdle Mary Everngam Lillian Bowdle Ilva Addie Williams Myra Wright Mary Liden Eva Wright Bessie Fountain Leroy Merriken Aberde en Can Roland Seeders Walter Everngam Roland Dukes Horace Robinson Walter Liden Harold Fountain Alvin Meredith and Clarence Bowdle Also J O Brown of Bridgeville Del has moved to the J M Everagam farm with his family to farm D W Hignatt and family of Concord visited Mrs Eber Ritchey Ethel Johnson returned from Greenwood Del Ruth Todd and others were noted as sick or away.
Washington's Birthday observed by local students Jessie Bailey Esther Willey with Bailey and J H Merriken participation. Christian Endeavor led by Mrs. Paisley on Livingstone. Piney Church opening planned March 2 by Rev H S Johnson and Pastor Bailey. Ames Ladies' Aid met at E M Willey home. Annie G Adams to High Point NC for milliner job. George Thawley Walton Trice visiting Philadelphia from Concord. Hobbs Manufacturing to begin full season Monday.
Miss Minerva Williams and Miss Helen Pennypacker with Messrs Brantley Trice and Roland Trice visited Miss Addie Smith and Mr Earl Smith Wednesday evening. Mrs Herman MacMahan and daughter Marie left Hobbs for a new home in Hagerstown. Mr William Pennypacker visiting friends in New York. Sunday School at ten. Mrs Mollie Alford and Mr Lea Smith listed as sick.
A Home and School Association meeting was held Thursday evening in Bethlehem school conducted by Mr Kirby of Preston. Mr and Mrs Boyd Hall entertained Tuesday including Misses Elvira and Mary Wright and Messrs Philip Hall and Charles Cohee. Mr Mitchell Hall and Mr Sands nearby report a child ill with pneumonia. Miss Edna Morgan visited her parents at Queen Anne last week.
Mrs T M Green spent part of the week in Philadelphia. Miss Emma Day of Salem Virginia is visiting at the home of her brother W P Day. Mr and Mrs Lee Redden of Sadlersville spent the early week with Mr and Mrs W P Day. Miss Rebecca Lee of Smyrna is visiting Mrs W P Day.
Notes from Ridgely town report a record turnout at the farmers institute last week with talks on dairying by J T Anthony of Chestertown and a closing address by Prof. Hook. The board planned to consider forming a governing board for a new agricultural high school and experiment farm at the next patrons’ meeting. Community events include a Martha Washington social by the W C T U, temperance talk by Mrs. Hardcastle of Easton, and a $30 subscription for Goucher College at the M I Church. Additional items note plowing plans, pea planting in March, family visits, a new daughter at the Seward home, and illnesses in the community.
The many friends of Mr. B G Stevens deeply regret his death and extend heartfelt sympathy. The Guild plans an oyster supper in the parsonage during the third week in March. Members met at the Thawley home on Wednesday evening. Mrs Meredith and daughter attended the funeral in Easton of James Robinson. Miss Mabel Baker and family visited her grandmother Mrs Sara Andrews. The Sewing Circle met at Mrs Willoughby’s home. Mr A G Gelletty has recovered from pleurisy and can go out. Miss Mabel Daker assists Miss Mary Butler at Harmony school.
Griffin notes shad fishing on the Tuckahoe is not far ahead as fishermen prepare nets and the local hatching station near the area will be ready for the perch business soon. The fishing industry has improved recently pleasing fishermen and the public.
Federalsburg reports the Odd Fellows annual banquet held in their hall last Thursday night. Music was supplied by the Methodist Protestant Orchestra. Addresses were given by Rev. C. M. Elderdice as toastmaster, Rev. T. S. Holt, and Professor Brower.
Local reports describe a broad grip impacting multiple firms and sectors, with customers and suppliers noting reduced activity, delivery delays, and financial strain across commerce hubs. Authorities caution ongoing disruption may persist as public health guidance evolves and businesses adjust workflow.
A long forecast describes multiple storm periods from the 1st to the 26th, centered on dates around the Moon and planetary alignments. It predicts tropical to boreal storms sweeping the country, a March cold wave, and successive periods of violent storms, blizzards, and high gales.
A gasoline explosion in a Rehoboth garage sparked a blaze fanned by strong ocean winds, destroying 26 cottages three stores a church a garage and the Atlantic Hotel. Loss estimated 100000 to 150000. Firefighters from nearby towns aided as residents fought the flames. Debate over incendiary causes and a pending $30000 waterworks loan bill follows.
Judges Clark Rawlings and Stevens preside as petitions are granted. Margaret Hughes to use minor Ralph Hughes funds for maintenance. Ellis Murphy appointed administrator of Lillie Murphy estate. Bond approved. creditors notified. Appraisers Temple and Turner named. Isaac Hughes reports releases from heirs. two investment petitions granted. Annie Todd to sell estate at appraised value. Rail company submits rate amendment for Cambridge to Baltimore trips and related routes.
The Denton Methodist Protestant Church will open its new Sunday School house March 6 with services. The 48 by 50 foot building seats about 600, has galleries, ventilation, a basement heating plant, a kitchen and lavatories, and will convert the old Sunday School room into parlors. Piney Church near Denton resumes tomorrow with Rev. H S Johnson preaching. A ten day Apostolic Mission will run March 7 to 16 in Hillsboro led by Rev. Lucius Compton. Rev Gantt will preach to Greensboro Boy Scouts at Trinity Church and Rev W E Habbart will succeed Rev H T Quigg at Ridgely. The M I Church women plan a missionary service. The Produce Exchange on the Virginia peninsula handles large farm shipments with 5 percent commission on branded goods and 3 percent on non branded produce. It maintains 44 shipping stations and a private line, guiding supplies to best prices. Farmers can join for a year, and exchanges sell prices are generally about half consumer prices, with earnings likely to rise due to better transport and parcel post.
Charles W Evans of the Washington police visited Denton to pursue Isaiah R Clark a demented man living north of town who had written and telegraphed threats and targeted Presidents Taft and Wilson. Clark was later found in town and confined. He had socialist ties and held Alaska and Washington property. Clark belongs to a respected family.
Hillsboro reports visitors and guests including Hillsboro residents hosting relatives and friends in Wilmington and Washington. Houston Bishop of Wilmington stays with aunt Mrs. George Beaven. J T Sparklin visits sister Mrs. Warner Brashears. A D Branford returns from Baltimore. Ella Pennington in Washington. Mr and Mrs G L Wilson guests in Washington. F Asbury Greaves visits friends in Wilmington. Mr Engle from Philadelphia has been visiting town.
Last Thursday evening a musical was presented by Mr and Mrs John Hall near Busics. Attendees included Miss Virgie Sparks Miss Ethel Sparks Florence Faulkner Helen Poore Ella Shockley Mary Ross Emma Robinson and Messrs John Robinson Clawson Jones Wilbur Stafford George Ross Clyde Harvey Poore Ralph Hail Earle Faulkner. H Kennard Shults and Lawrence Janson spent the weekend at Ingleside.
Louise Towers daughter of Winnie and Mabel Towers died February 1gth of pneumonia at age 4 years 3 months 19 days. Grandma says God needed one more angel to fill a vacant place and chase her because she was too good for earth. Done with the world's vexations. Gone with the angels to play.
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A farm tip urges households near towns to plant a small garden to earn money early in the season. A quarter to half acre can yield a surprising amount of truck if well prepared with manure, fertilizer, and careful cultivation to ensure early, healthy growth and repeat customers.
The government supports basket willow cultivation on low marshy lands. The Department of Agriculture will provide cuttings on request, aiding marsh land owners on the Eastern Shore to convert swamp land into a profitable enterprise. Research favors native American willow species over European varieties for American conditions and thrift.
Maryland Anti Saloon League plans a twenty five thousand dollar fund to press a statewide local option bill allowing votes on liquor sales in any city section or county. The measure failed narrowly in the last General Assembly and is slated for reintroduction, as John Barleycorn faces renewed pressure and growing fatigue ahead of the next session.
The Tyrolean Alpine Singers will perform in Denton for Chautauqua crowds teaching the Swiss yodel. Seven artists earned praise in New York last season at Hippo Theatre with their trained music, lively platform antics, zither and violin solos, and vocal numbers. Their personalities are as refreshing as the show.
Elias Lynne Stevens describes a Panama trip by two Denton wireless operators. They sail from New York January 21 aboard the Alliance, pass through the Caribbean to Colon Bay, view the Isthmus including a canal lock at Gutten, reach Panama City, and observe Colon’s diverse population, Cristobal Americans, and the canal’s impact on commerce. They return with cargo of copper bars, ivory nuts, tree trunks, and sea turtles.
Miss Janie Noble seventeen died at her Preston home after a lingering illness and was buried Sunday. She was highly popular and survived by her father Dr J L Noble four brothers and five sisters. Also noted is the funeral of Orem Brown twenty three killed by a train while visiting Ashland New Jersey, formerly employed on the Ericsson steamship line between Baltimore and New York.
The Baltimore seed and poultry dealer Bolgiana & Son touts a long century of business and seeds such as the Prosperity Tomato for canning. In Talbot County at McDaniel a Saturday night disturbance by fifteen intoxicated Black individuals led to a hall and Sheriff Caulk’s home being shot at. ten were detained. Eye trouble consultations offered by F. J. Wright with charges only when services used.
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