John Swing and Son Factories Make Baskets and Can Tomatoes
Ridgely area faces a bustling enterprise as John Swing and Son, established 1890 and led by John and J. Mulford Swing, expands from basket making to tomato canning. The firm employs about 200 workers during the harvest, supplies farmers with carriers and canned tomatoes, and distributes nationally from its local plant and Greensboro operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Swing and Son
John
J. Mulford Swing
Fam
Messrs. Swing
John Swing and Son Canning
Greensboro
Greensboro Milling Co Produces High Quality Flour
Greensboro Milling Co and the father son Riddleberger partnership are highlighted for producing high grade flour at Peerless Feed Mill and distributing via Economy Iced Store in Starington. The firm, an institution on Main Street, has served farmers and households for 15 years, praised for quality and service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensboro Milling CO
Greensboro
Proose
Greensboro Milling Company
Main Street
Linwood Riddleberger
George
Riddleberger
Starington
Iit
Messrs
Mayor Ringgold’s Dual Role Shapes Local Progress
Mayor Roger Ringgold, also president of Easton Motor Company and director of the People's Bank of Denton, blends business and politics to boost the region. Elected years ago, he fostered major growth, including leading the fire department for eight years and expanding Easton Motor with De Soto and Plymouth sales, a repair facility, and storage for 259 cars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roger Ringgold
Easton Motor Company
People’s Bank of
Denton
Ringgold
Easton
Major Ringgold
H. Clark
de Soto
Plymouth
Mayor Chambers as financier and leader in Fed
In Federalsbury the article profiles Mayor Thomas H Chambers noting his long service, three mayoral terms, and trusted roles. He heads the County Trust Company branch and serves on the State Board of Education. The piece lauds his financial, business, and political influence in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber
County Trust Company
State Board of Education
Meich
Beaven Service Station Promotes Modern Auto Service
Beaven’s service station in Hillsboro advertises service principles, free road service and towing, and readiness to handle any repair. Since eight years ago Richard W Beaven built a modern operation offering Tidal Texaco Conoco and Atlantic gasoline with Seibert King Duo tread tires and Willard and Bowers batteries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hillsboro
Richard W. Beaven Statiely
Beaven
Th Tlone
Ins
Tidal
Texaco
Conoco
Atlantic
Seibert King
Porter’s General Store at Burrsville Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Porter’s General Store in Burrsville has grown from Colonial roots to a modern community hub. Owner Harry A. Porter marks nearly twenty five years at the helm since founding the business in 1911, continuing service, sincerity, and knowledge as the shop offers groceries, produce, farm and home goods, boots, clothing, and Sunoco gasoline and motor oil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burrsville
Harry A. Porter
Porter
Iness
Sunoco Gasoine
Court orders sale ratified in Caroline County equity case
In Equity No 3259 Chy the Circuit Court for Caroline County orders the sale reported by assignee J Deweese Carter to be ratified and confirmed unless objections are shown by May 23. A copy of the order must run in a Caroline County newspaper for four consecutive weeks before April 22. The report cites total sales at $1700. True copy on file with Clerk T Clayton Horsey.
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Circuit Court
Caroline County
T. Clayton Horsey
Caroline Coun
For Rent Denton Md Commercial Space and Dwellings
For Rent. Store room now occupied by Dry Cleaning Co rear Carter Block. Also store now occupied by Lucy Crescent Candy Co in Carter Block. Denton possession to both April or sooner. Restaurant next to American Stores fully equipped at Greensboro Ridgely Hotel 18 rooms furnished. Two dwellings, one adjacent to above cleaning plant, other on Fountain. All modern conveniences. Possession at once. John T. Carter, owner, Denton Md.
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Dry Cleaning Co
Carter
Full Repair Service At Taylor's Garage
Greensboro man Levin W Taylor of Railead Avenue runs a full repair service since 1919. He offers towing to motorists from anywhere in the vicinity and guarantees satisfaction. Gas brands Esso Sunoco and gasoline products plus Exide batteries and U.S. tires are in stock.
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Greensboro
Levin W. Taylor
Railead Avenue
Taylor
Esso
Sunoco
U.S
Tnes
Exide
Store Owner Brat 4 Epee Fete Highlighted
A local feature profiles a store owner Brat 4 Epee Fete addressing community needs. Neighbors note varied tech access and service, with items like vegetables, butter, and produce in the food department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I - Mask
Garalite Co Bank's Longstanding Management Profile
Garalite Co. Bank, established 1902, highlights enduring leadership with I. W. W Goldsborough as president, A. W. Brumlaugh as vice president, and T. Clavion Hotrecy as cashier. Deposits up to 5000 are FDIC insured, and the bank offers advisory and material services to expand its service scope.
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Greessbolo
Carolite County Bank
I. W W Goldsborough
A.W. Brumlaugh
T. Clavion Hotrecy
Faust
Cue Oline
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Scivieu
For Sale Quality chicks Barred Rocks and Leghorns
For Sale. Quality chicks Barred Rocks R Reds and White Leghorns blood tested breeders hatches every Tuesday and Sunday. Price $23. WM D Scott Quality Poultry Farm Harrington Delaware phone 122.
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R. J
WM D Scott
Quality Poultry Farm
Phone 122
Harrington, del
Commissioner Thawl Also Broker of Rain Industry
A fragmentary report notes Commissioner Thawl involved in brokerage related to the rain industry. The text mentions public benefit, oversight by a board, and efforts to promote producers and farmers, with reference to county buyers and the commissioner's role in guiding the field.
Sheriff Sparks Earns Voters’ Confidence for Reappointment
Sheriff Sparks has proven his ability to redeem and perform the duties of office with clear thinking and dedication. He has earned reappointment praise from county voters for his long service and steady leadership, including support from Deputy Shorts who held a prior post.
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Shaul Sparks
Uonne County
Dion
Father and Son Direct Chevrolet Agency in Denton
A Denton business led by a father and son operates Deel Chevrolet Sale and Garage on Third Street. Established in 1930s by Jesus Beck, son George W. manages Chevrolet sales for 1935 models in Standard and Master variants with color options. The firm emphasizes guaranteed service, parts from a large stock, Goodrich tires, Delco components, and towing and accident support services.
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Denton Tather
Pop
Deel Chevrolet
Thid Street
Jesuh Beck
Googe W
Chevrolet
Beck
General Motors
Goodrich
Delco
Globe
Journal Subscription Drives County News Access
A local newspaper promotes subscriptions to access comprehensive county news. The appeal highlights full reports on government, courts, schools, and community events, urging readers to connect with the Journal for complete coverage and timely updates.
Pet Milk Co Branch Vandegrift Manages Local Plant
Greensboro branch of Pet Milk Co established in 1920 operates under Edward T. Vandegrift. About 30 branches nationwide serve as receiving and distributing points. Two thousand dairy farms in the state and Delaware supply large milk quantities. Seventy five employees work in the plant departments producing evaporated milk and Mix for cream manufacturers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensboro—Pet Brand Co
Poo Wilk Company
Edward T. Vardeprift
United States
Delaware
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Er Terpatse
Cierimanatry
Mayor Chambers
Federalsburg
Thomas H. Chambers
Chambers
Porter’s General Store
Burrsville Institution
Niss
J. DeWeese Carter
William J. Irwin
Inez T. Irwin
Camden
Del
Virgil Moore
Denton, MD
Taylor's
Greensporoq Vo
Olin
Allan
Sapphe
Netton
Dy Gool
Hirdware
Garalite Co. Bank
Clayton Lrown
Denton- Bridgeville Road
Interstate
P.O. Federalsburg
Sioner Thawl
Oe Jrain
United State
Sheriff Sparks
Joe
de Rede
BAYER
America
Pontiac
Fisher
Pontiac Motor Comp
Marcel
Michigan
G.M.A.C
Denton Motor Sales
N. Third Street
Denton, Maryland
Father, Son Direct
Chevrolet Agency
Journal
Pet Milk Co
Vandegrift Managed
MCKAY
Uneeda Bakers
RITZ
Legrande
Legrande Tomatoes
Legrande Catsup
Gingerale
Eg&s
J. P. Fowler
G. C. Cohee
Harvey Fleetwood
Denton T. L. Trice, Jr
Preston
A. K. Wrightson, Preston
Arnie’s Cash Grocery
Milford
Kline
C. Biger, Ridgely
I. Calvin Butler
J. W. Sylvester
Goldsboro
J. F. Lane
H. A. Porter
W. W. Griffin
Henderson
R. H. Gibson
Queen Anne
Legrande Food Store
Cambridge
I. Carton & CO
Coffman-Fisher & CO
Harrington & Bayly
Herbert Hearn Howe. CO
Hnoge & Holder
Natitan’s Furniture Store
Nouse Furnishings
J.C. Penny CO
Phillips Hardware CO
Read’s Drug Store
Richardson Style Shop
Slacum Auto Supply Coo
Stevens, Smith & CO
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