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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1948
Page
5
A readable lesson notice lists the date March 16 and notes that lesson subjects and scripture texts are selected and copyrighted by the International Council of Religious Education and used by permission. The notice emphasizes the educational material and permission framework for the church or group study.
A reflective sermon on John 14 1 6 12 18 15 1 6, stressing that believers need not fear, be powerless, distressed, or detached. Jesus promises preparation of a place, coming again, and empowering works through faith, with the Holy Spirit as Comforter. Emphasizes abiding in Christ as the vine and purification by the word.
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Letter writer Carleton Gooden reflects on Maryland's two shores, tracing early settlement, county seat clashes over Pig Point and Bridgetown, and the rise of Baltimore’s regional power. He notes fears of Civil War secession and hints at more to come in a following installment.
Preston and Mrs Noble returned from a three week Caribbean cruise. Mr and Mrs Max Chambers and Mr and Mrs George Lake spent last weekend in Atlantic City. Mr and Mrs Robert Dulin entertained their bridge club on Wednesday. Mrs Harry Hollis hosted the Epiphany Mission Guild at her home Monday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Reese Dean hosted a bridge supper last Saturday. Attendees at the bankers conference in Baltimore last Thursday included Mr Howard Harris, E J Harris, Johnson Bonner, Harry Hollis, and Fulton Noble.
Miss Beulah Beech of Wilmington visited the Trice home. Jack Hale attended an SAE meeting. John McGuillivray and family rodeo trip to Baltimore with Butch Hubbard and Eddie Dean. Billy Fletcher and Dickie Dean visited Ruthie Moore in Baltimore. David Osteen of Washington College spent weekend with his mother. Hayward Dean and Maryland visitors from Media Pa. Baltimore shoppers: Mrs Johnson Bonner, Mrs Howard Harris, Mrs Hale, Mrs Harris. John Poole Sr and wife celebrated 49th anniversary with turkey dinner. three children, six grandchildren, one great granddaughter. Attendees listed. some unable to attend due to sickness and weather. Estate matters: J Frank Lane estate petition and admin filing for new appraisal. Ida Bilbrough estate releases listed for multiple heirs.
The Orphans' Court met with Chief Judge Jesse T. Dennis and associate judges presiding. Administrators for Earl R. Deaner and Rusell W. Deaner filed first and final accounts and funeral bills. proof of publication to creditors. inventory and appraisement for William H. Collins by Lillie Collins. order to sell. and appointment of appraisers in Calvert County for Tola Owings Smith estate.
Public sale of a fifteen acre tract of woodland in Mispillion Hundred Kent County Delaware near the Maryland line, east of Burrsville Adamsville road. Parcel One from a 1925 deed to John L Chance and Annie M Chance, with cash on day of sale and balance on deed delivery. Annie M Chance owner. Wm. E. Andrew auctioneer.
Property to be sold at public sale at the seller’s residence on the Denton Greensboro State Highway 1% miles south of Greensboro. Sale starts at 10 a m and covers the described personal property.
Mrs John George and children and Mr and Mrs Thomas Cruikshank Jr and children of Sadlersville spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Thomas Cruikshank. Mrs Ethel Skinner returned home after wintering with her children in Wilmington and Baltimore. Mr and Mrs F E Fleming entertained at dinner Mr and Mrs Bobby Kibler and son Kenneth of Queen Anne and Mr and Mrs C R Hicks and Mr and Mrs Barton Butler. Marjory Baker of Washington spent Sunday with her parents Mr and Mrs Vernon Baker. Mr and Mrs Claude Baker and…
Trustees will sell at public auction in front of Denton Court House on a Thursday in 1947 between 2 and 4 pm the Griffin property on Water Street known as the Griffin home. It includes a two story dwelling with eight rooms and a barn, water, electricity, and a view of the river. Terms: one third cash, balance after ratification or all cash. Proceeds to be used per decree in Chancery No. 4080. Trustees John R. Ricards and K Thomas Everngam.
Mr. Harvey Baker of Wilmington and relatives visited in town on Sunday. Mrs. William Thompson and her daughter Dianne of Chestertown spent part of this week with Mrs. Susie Thompson.
Public sale by order of the Circuit Court of Caroline County in equity. On March 3 1947 at the courthouse Denton Maryland the trustee will offer Parcel No 1 eightyt acres more or less near American Corner to Fowling Creek Mills adjoining Hutchinson Nichols and Sullivan. Parcel No 2 four acres more or less on the north side of the county road from Fowling Creek Mills to American Corners. The farm comprises a barn chicken house milk house silo and dwelling badly damaged by fire with about 50 acres cleared and 30 acres woodland plus timber. Terms: one third cash with balance upon ratification or all cash. Auctioneer William E Andrew.
Creditors and claimants against the estate of Edward Cook of Caroline County must file claims with vouchers with the Clerk of the Circuit Court by May 1, 1947 or be barred from benefits by law.
The Orphans Court of Caroline County Maryland grants letters of administration on the estate of Carrie J. Wellen deceased. Creditors must prove claims with vouchers by September 6 1947 or lose rights to the estate. Debtors must settle promptly. March 4 1947 John L. Towle administrator. True copy. Carlton V. West, Register of Wills.
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