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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1906
Page
3
The Denton region buzzes with town growth and public works. Politicians discuss river dredging costs for a steamboat channel from Federalsburg, while road material from the Choptank river gains praise. A planned railroad shop move and a fruit-growers road tour generate local optimism amid steady commerce and cultural events.
A railway special from MoCav to Denton drew many locals despite bad weather. Superintendent Benham urged farmers to expand small fruits, noting strong demand and fair rates to Delisare and Chesapeake shippers. Speakers W D Allen and W A Trader discussed strawberry and watermelon culture, varieties, market routes, and careful cultivation to boost profitability.
The Ladies Aid met at Mrs. A B Sweeney’s home with a full attendance and a routine luncheon after business. The April meeting is planned for Mrs W S Croadwin’s home. Rev W W Haris left for Conference. Mrs Harms will visit Wilmington. Mr and Mrs Lloyd Grooden of Philadelphia visit H C Gooden. Mrs Doneglass of Philadelphia has stayed with Mrs John Pritchett. J T Gough of Bear Station visited town. P M Gooden under Dr Silver’s care. George Wright of Aberdeen was in town. Clifford Baughley narrowly escaped injury when his horse ran away and carriage damaged. Urry and Emory Robinson and sister Miss Iva visited Henderson friends Friday to Sunday. The infant son of Mr and Mrs Hill died and was buried at Wesley M E cemetery. Miss MFlunute Dill visits Rev Att Williams’ family in Georgetown Del. Mumps are prevalent locally.
Mr and Mrs W W Sanders celebrated their wedding anniversary on Thursday the 8th at their home near town. About tot y relatives and friends were entertained at dinner. The afternoon included prayer and song with speeches led by Rev Mr Jenkins and the hosts. Supper was served to a large number. Mr Sanders is SJ and his wife one year younger. They are both well and hearty members of the M T Church for 69 years.
Returned missionary Mi-5 Margaret Koons will speak and lead afternoon Indies services next Thursday with a night service. Everyone is invited. Ollie Connolly of Hatlocks visited his parents Sunday. Charles Culver and Frank Collins repainting church fixtures. Miss Bertie Parker visiting sister Mrs Pred Beachamp. The latest wallpaper patterns Sea piece gilt ceiling Seapiece window shades 20 cents each at Thomas and Messer 1015 W Baltimore St Baltimore.
The thirty fifth Wilmington Conference convened in Pocomoke City with Bishop Charles Co. McCabe presiding. Key reports showed strong church growth, conversions peaking at 2,139 and discussions on camp meetings. Local trustees and ministers faced appointments, road improvements, and estate distributions while clergy changes and funerals were noted. A significant real estate and corporate notice about elder and executor actions accompanied community notices and a local sale advertisement.
A fragmented religious lesson draft covers Jesus life from birth to ministry across several episodes. It cites shepherds, wise men, the boy Jesus, baptism, temptation, calling fishermen, miracles in Capernaum, forgiveness, blessings, and tongue and temper. It ends with a sales notice from Ionan Supar Co offering district manager posts and stipends.
Mr Hary W Temple, who last fall was the Democratic candidate for County Treasurer, now represents Wed Brown & Sons wholesale pro c epts in Baltimore. Temple is expected to become a popular salesman.
Sad remembrance notes mark Emily N. Bakers death in 1904 with prayers for her rest and heaven. Also memorializes John Faulkner infant son of Mr and Mrs John W Faulkner who died, described with parental grief and longing for reunion in paradise.
List of high scoring students from Hickhory Hill Laurel Grove Hyrnson and Moore areas includes Bertie Harper Tlorence Hands Norman Louis Kemp Harper Margaret Merrihen Herbert O'Hara Fred Howard and others. Also mentions Boonsboro Pederalsburg New Sharper Concord Moore's and local staff notes.
The statement asserts there has been a general falsification of annual report accounts. It emphasizes the National’s aim to report all facts and respond to state supervision. It pledges no manipulation with accounts or creation of straw men or accommodating firms, and promises to disclose exact expenses and work.
In Hillsboro and surrounding areas, several social events unfold. Among them a quiet marriage unites Mr William Joseph HielLards and Miss May Bellamy at the home of a sister, with a blue dress and matching attire noted. greetings and forthcoming moves for families of Denton, Ridgely, and Talbot County are reported along with engagements and visitors from Denton, Williston, Baltimore, Dover, and Bear Station.
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