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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1925
Page
5
Local column notes spring millinery at J Ed Nichols and assorted farm goods from Nuttle Milling Co Denton. Mentions cold weather, seed sales, clover hay prices, gladiolus bulbs, and public safety shoot in Harrington. Community notices include church supper, school attendance rosters, and upcoming talks and fishing seasons.
Congress approved a bill to establish semiannual sittings of the United States Court in Denton on the third Monday in January and the first Monday in July each year. The measure, signed by the President on March 4, brings federal court business closer to the Eastern Shore, eliminating long trips to Baltimore and speeding case disposition. Denton’s central location was cited, echoing past wartime use for Local Draft Board meetings.
In the Orphans Court Judges West Harper and Shawn presided. The will of George Ralston Neal was proven and admitted to probate. The will of Elizabeth A Jenkins will stand for probate March 16 at 16 o clock. Administrators c t a of John W Arnold filed first and final accounts. distributions and releases were approved and recorded. Various administrators filed inventories appraisements and releases for estates including Sallie V. S. Webster Martha Walters Christian Krahill Elta Langrell and Mary L. Wooters.
The Denton Public School Building Committee awarded the contract for the new school to J Roland Dashiell of Princess Anne at 191595. Thirteen bids were opened in the president John T Carter’s office with the architect Theodore W Pietsch and the county superintendent present. Construction to start immediately, with a target completion by November 1, and the building described as large and an ornament to the town and a credit to the county.
Three couples were issued marriage licenses in Caroline County during February. The pairs are Frank D. French of Ridgely with Reba May Bolton of Townsend Del, John W. Porter of Hickman with Rosa Carey of Greenwood Del, and Veda Hubbard with May Andrew of Greensboro. Mr J Atwood Todd returned from Baltimore after an acute rheumatism attack and is gradually recovering. Mrs D Ralph Horsey and her son Billy visit her brother George B Shawn in Washington. Mrs Howard Shields has been visiting friends in Philadelphia and Baltimore.
A resident expresses deep appreciation to every member of the Denton Maryland Volunteer Fire Company for their quick and timely response when a home was threatened by a chimney fire last Tuesday night. The writer praises the spirit of service and dedication of the volunteers.
Henderson High School seniors present two plays at Eden Hall on Saturday night March 14. The Fascinating Fanny Brown features Percival Gale Chas Tyler Billy Pearson Roy Medford and others in a plot of jealous letters and mistaken identities. Squaring It With the Boss stars Sadie Walls Maxine Goodwin Beatrice Wood Winfred Gooden James Sanders and Chas Tyler as a light comedy. Admission 25 cents for adults 15 for children.
Mr and Mrs Powell Hopkins bought the store goods of Mr Charles W Collison and plan to open a general store. Mrs Coursey Hammond returned home from visiting her sister Mrs H A Porter who has been very ill. Mr L L Young accepts a position in New York with the Radio Corporation of America, followed by his family after school ends. Alfred Baughley elected delegate to the annual Baltimore conference from Caroline charge, Henry Walters alternate. Residents attended the fourth quarterly conference at Ames M P Church on March 3. Miss Lucy Pearson of Swarthmore Pa visited Elias Pearson and Mrs Laura Porter. Mrs Annie Baughley hosted her son Harry for the weekend. Will Wilson visiting Harrington.
The Smithville column reports the Bloomery Church Ladies Aid met at Mrs. William I Hubbard's home last Tuesday afternoon. After the business session, readings by Mrs. Etta Adams Miss Kathry n Spence Mr Wm I Hubbard and a short play by Mrs Mae Trice and Mrs Fletcher Hignutt were enjoyed. Refreshments of cake and lemonade were served. J H Spence entertained Sunday with guests Mr and Mrs J B Med ford and sons LeRoy and Edwin of Henderson and Mr L N Spence of Philadelphia. The Busy Bee Club met at Mrs Chester Scotts Tuesday evening with games and refreshments after the busy hour. Miss Ida Nabb and friend Miss Mack of the State Normal School Towson visited the former's parents. Miss Mildred Scott of the State Normal School spent holidays with her parents. Miss Edna Adams is visiting relatives in Wilmington.
The Ladies Old Society presented a Friday night program at the schoolhouse on March 6 featuring three plays A Game of Old Maids The Burglar Alarm and Evening Belles Mrs Laura Covey Chester Pa visited with Mrs Annie Mitchell over the weekend Mrs Julia Ayers returned from Wilmington and Mr T Noble Jarrell and family visited friends in Wilmington Mrs George Sylvester hosted the Aid Society on Wednesday Now is the time to subscribe
Mrs Mary Hagadone died after a fifteen day illness at her Ridgely home on March 4 1914. Born July 9 1836 in Byron Genesee County New York she married Peter Hagadone in March 1863. Survived by son Gilbert of Baltimore daughter Hattie Hagadone Ridgely and brother John Post Morton New York. The notice also outlines local happenings including a Community Club meeting and upcoming events and theatre plans.
Mr James D Neal aged 77 died at his home near Andersontown on Saturday night after a stroke. He was a respected farmer, survived by his widow and three children. Funeral held at Concord M E Church with pallbearers named. interred in Concord cemetery. His brother George Ralston Neal died last week with services at Concord Church.
Figures from the Maryland State Health Department show organic heart disease has led deaths for five straight years since 1919. Tuberculosis has fallen to third, while Bright’s disease rose to second. experts blame faster living and persistent worry for the rise in these conditions.
Several dinners hosted by Mrs H W B Rowe and Mrs W I Sparks feature guests including Mrs Ralph Thompson and Miss Dorothy Jump. Travel visits span Philadelphia St Louis Wilmington Baltimore and Salisbury with local church events at St Pauls and Harris Chapel and improvements at Queen Anne station.
Mrs I E Mason visited sister Mrs Ray Mason at Grenrock New Jersey from Wednesday to Saturday last week Rev George Fitz to speak Sunday morning on The Golden Rule and in the evening on Miracle Mr and Mrs Orrell Saulsbury welcomed a daughter born Wednesday March 4 Mrs Amelia Royer hosted sons Milton of Chicago and Harry of Marcus Hook Rev Melvin E Wheatley visited Wilmington Monday and returned same day sick Miss Josephine Cahall spent weekend with cousin Miss Florence Cahall at Ruthsburg Several Ridgelynes attended church supper at Thawleys Wednesday evening Mrs T M Ryan visited Smyrna Tuesday while Mr Ryan went to Wilmington Mr Robert Groff and family moved to Sparklin place near Hillsboro Mr Paul Holsinger visiting son Morton Holsinger near Philadelphia Mrs Robert Groff visited sons Richard and Selby at Paulsboro N J Sewing Circle met Monday evening with Mrs Ernest Jones Miss Grace John Dyer traveled to Baltimore Wednesday Blackbirds are thick.
A local firm reports a large stock of coal including NUT egg stove and other sizes stored at their yard near the depot, ready for shipment or sale.
Garey and Howard and Liden schools report February perfect attendance. Garey list includes William Anthony Wilbert Anthony John Carlisle Robert Dulin Frank Papier Savage Preston Anthony Norman Gifford Paul Anthony Marion Dulin Anna Karpinski Clara Karpinski Anna Anthony Mary Carlisle Elizabeth Kibler Emma Carlisle Elizabeth Hobbs Victoria Kibler. Howard list includes George Neal Lester Green Louise Howard Lynnie Lord Lawrence Andrew Rosser Andrew Grover Towers Catherine Towers Owen Howard. Liden list includes Jonathan Adams Paul Dukes Dawson Liden Paul Meloney Harold Adams Rose Gallo Pauline Wright Florence Patton Elizabeth Masten Louise Liden.
Federal Judge John C. Rose issued a compromise decision in the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone rate case granting about a 400000 annual increase rather than the one million demanded. The ruling allows a higher rate but rejects the full amount sought by the company and restrains PSC interference with implementing the schedule.
The Ladies Aid of Hobbs will host an oyster supper at the parsonage on March 13 if fair, else the next fair evening, with proceeds for church repairs. Guests listed include Mr Robert Starkey with Mr and Mrs Lee Collins and son Billy and Mrs Al White of Salisbury, who visited Mr and Mrs L H Thomas last Sunday.
Dr Jones missed the meeting due to illness while the public health committee discussed a county appropriation. Treasurer Mrs Thompson Swing reported over 300 dollars from tuberculosis stamp sales to support the County Nurse. Nurse H Ruth Jackson, RN, noted 67 visits in February, 11 for scarlet fever, 20 tuberculosis exams, seven schools visited with 167 pupils inspected, and planned a baby clinic in Greensboro. Red Cross and community clubs contributed to loan closets and furnishings.
The Ladies Aid Society of Denton M E Church records its sincere regret at the death of our beloved sister Mrs Sallie V S Webster after a long life of Christian service. We honor her unselfish work, patient faith, and sympathetic character and extend deepest sympathy to her relatives. An engrossed copy will be presented to the family.
Jimmy Fox, Easton baseball standout now with the Philadelphia Athletics at Fort Myers, impresses at training camp. The Baltimore Sun notes his extraordinary catching and batting for a 17 year old, including two homers in his first game and two triples plus a single in another. Fox previously starred for Easton and Ridgely clubs in Maryland.
The Ladies' Aid of the M. P. Church at Choptank enjoyed a social gathering on March 3 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Spence with Rev. Mr. Phillips stopping by. QO Blades invited members to join him and Mrs. Blades for the next meeting on April 7. The 276th Century Community Club met March 25 in the club room, elected officers for 1925, with Mrs. W. R. Dukio as president, Mrs. O. C. Blades as vice president, and Mrs. J. B. Todd as secretary, and planned further activities for March 11 in the same room.
Mr and Mrs L C Bradley hosted Wednesday guests Mr and Mrs Kemp Marshall and Mr Roland Ferrins. They spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs J Bradley near Federalsburg. Mr and Mrs Roland Ferrins of Harmony visited Mr and Mrs Gorman Bailey on Sunday evening.
We thank neighbors and friends for their kindness during our bereavement illness and the death of our husband and father James D. Neal. Your acts of consideration are deeply appreciated. Wife and Children.
The City Executive intervened in the Park Board dispute using decisive influence to steer the matter toward a peaceful settlement, averting potential chaos in city administration as described by Paul Winchester.
Paul Winchester notes Lawrence B. Towers of Caroline county as a leading and trusted figure in the Maryland General Assembly during 1922 and 1924. He describes Towers as honest, diligent, Rooseveltian in style, and influential on Eastern Shore issues while opposing Governor Ritchie’s reform agenda. The piece also comments on Baltimore city park board appointments and political maneuvering around Mayor Jackson, led by Robert J. Padgett.
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