Local items and notices from a Maryland county paper
The Denton area column lists upcoming games for Preston and Easton, local appointments and sales, farm ads from J. W. Funk Company, and notices of trustees and constables. It notes the land office change, a new ice cream parlor, a Dutch Auction, and various civic events including school activities, a box social, and theater events. Weather, road and farm details, and medical faculty meetings in Baltimore are also mentioned.
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Preston
Easton
Wight Bros
Baltimore
Thomas A. Smith
Land Office
Chesapeake
Wright
Dukes
County Commissioners' Office
Merry Widow
J. Boon Dukes
Imperie
Harvey J. Cooper
Marydel
J. W. Funk Company
J. I. Etbwanger
William H. Jones
Denton
George C. Skirven
A. G. Fleetwood i
Willoughby Nowell
Algie Thomas
J. W. Johnson
Journal
Caroline County
Talbot Commissioners
Barton
Nuttle Hardware Company
Robert Jarrell
Geiger Canning
Jarrell
Goldsboro
Peninsula
Lemuel M. Jones
Henderson
T. Red Garey
Wm. T. Tuff
Preton
Wyatt
Messrs
Joshua B. Baughley
James A. Parrott
Charles EH. P Fleming
Peter ‘T. Morris
Charles L. Jarrell
Chas
W. Hobbs
Thomas R. Green
Albert G. Towers
Mr. Towers
Frederick RB. Owens
Willian B. Nuttle
William D. Taylor
George T. Kedden
Jonathan Evitts
Dr. Goldsborough Elected State Medical Examiner
Dr W Winder Goldsborough of Greensboro was elected by the Medical and Surgical Faculty of Maryland to the Maryland Board of Medical Examiners at its annual Baltimore meeting. The selection came despite no campaign, as he offered to serve if chosen. The event followed a dinner at the Belvedere Hotel hosted by Dr Welch of Johns Hopkins University.
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Ridgely
Willoughby’s
Masonic Hall
Council of Junior American Mechanics
Mason
William E. Faulkner
Keene's Cross Roads
Templeville
Faulkner
F. B. Malone
Greensboro
Medical and
Chirurgical Faculty of
Maryland
Baltimore
B. W. Goldsborough
Cambridge
W. W. Goldsborough
W.winder Goldsborough
Maryland Board of Medical Examiners
Belvedere
Welch
Johns Nopkins University
Eva B. Leager
Charles W. Seager
Esope
Samuel C. Walls
Ruthsburg
Ebehezer M. E. Church
Ruthsbury
L. YJ. Cochran
Charles R. Wooters
Easton
Lelia Wooters
John E. Ranson
New York
Kentucky
Miss Wooters
Soci
R. E. Merriken
Washington
Merriken
Panama
Fannie Mernard
Dad Fleming Sharp
Harrington
Albert G. Towers
J. B. R. Powell
St. Joseph
James A. ‘Trazzare
Denton
Elizabeth Garey
Katharine Nicholson
Eer
William 12 Saulsbury
Abraham R. Wright
IT. Wilson Saulsbury
Brooklyn
Jonathan Longfellow
Howard Clegg
Harry A. Roe
R. Waldo Emerson
William P. Draper
Dover
J. H. Coulbourne
Philadelphia
Hill Mercer
Fred Satterfield
Blarrington
N. F. Stevens
J. Frank Gellett
William D. Uhler
Annapolis
R. W. Emerson
Thomas C. West
Atlantic City
Earle Smith
J. C. Godwin
M. Bates Stephens
Crisfield
John T. Carter, Jr
Mff Purnell Johnson
E. P. Roberts
East
Preston Vehicle and Jarness Co opens new carriage stock shop
The Preston firm led by J H Barrow and G W Kelley will open May 16 near the depot with 3000 feet of floor space for carriages harness farm wagons dearborns and accessories. The public is invited to view the new stock and visit the showroom. Arley B Magee trustee will sell at Harrington on May 9 at 2 pm eight Kent county farms totaling about 1295 acres from John H Bullock estate anticipated to bring over 20000. A popular millinery store Miss Stafford offers bonnet and hat selections opposite Brick Hotel with ongoing bargains and a growing trade referenced amid spring country scenery and prosperous merchants advertisements in JouswaL.
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Preston Vehicle and Jarness Company
Preston
J. H. Barrow
G. W. Kelley
Arley B. Magee
Harrington
Kent County
John H. Bullock
Miss Stafford
Jouswal
Burrsville Church Unites Charles Cannon and Edna Thomas
Charles Cannon and Edna Thomas were married Wednesday evening at the home of J. B. Baughley by Rev. T Wright. The first Burrsville quarterly conference decided to pay the pastor monthly. Rev Joseph W Gibson preached at Union M P Church. Local residents and visitors noted illnesses and various travels including Mrs J Baughley and Miss Mary Robinson.
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Charles Cannon
Edna Thomas
J. B. Baughley
T. Wright
Stevensville
Cannon
James Thomas
Burrsville
Wesley M. E. Church
Joseph W. Gibson
Theological Seminary
Westminster
Union M. P
Mary E. Boughbey
Bertie Wooters
Lena Reed
Alda
Henderson
Messrs
Stafford & Sparks
Grocery
Nation
Stafford
Leslye Cheez
Edith Simpson
Seaford
Tre Frank Rea
Philadelphia
T. Wilton Porter
Mary Robinson
Emily Dawson
Kenton
Del
Alfred Price
Rev
T. Hi. Wright
Nepworth League Elects Officers at Evening Meeting
The Nepworth League met at Mrs. Zebdial Fountain's on Thursday with about fifty attendees. Elected officers include President George F. Noble and several vice presidents, secretary Annie Wilson, treasurer Annie Peters, and musicians Corinne Thomas and Sallie Wooters. Friends and relatives visited local homes after the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nepworth League
Zebdial Fountain
George F. Noble
Sallie Stevens
Theresa Cahall
Emma Bullock
Mollie Cleaves
Annie Wilson
Elia Peters
Mildred
Paul
Delmar
William Croll
Choptank Team Beats Bethlehem 12 to 3 on Saturday
Choptank baseball team traveled to Bethlehem and defeated the home club 12 to 3. Wright and Stafford were the winning battery while Hopkins and Rice took the loss. Mrs Hynson Wright of Baltimore visited family, and local residents including Willey Perry George Blades and Orrie Baker spent time with relatives and friends in nearby towns this week.
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Bethlehem
Wright Aml
W. M. Wright
Federalsburg
George Haffner
Floyd Denny
Real Estate Transfers Filed by Circuit Court Clerk
April transfers document numerous property deeds across Denton Ridgely Federalsburg Preston and other districts. Parties include Owens Cooper Saulsbury Carter Sigler Towers Potter Williamson Nichols Good Deen Wright Kelley and many spouses with values from 2 to 7500 dollars. licenses to marry issued to twelve couples including BloodDew JamesMelvin MillerHughes and others.
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Thomas L. Day
Fred R. Owens
Harvey L. Cooper
Wm. D. Taylor
Denton
Amanda D. Saulsbury
Invin T. Saulsbury
Ridgely
Wmn. F. Jackson
John K. Lynch
John T. Carter, Jr
Lillie M. McCready
John A. Sigler
Calvin Halteman
Purnell W. Towers
Edward Cook
John II. Potter
C. Anna Cook
Linchester
Geo. E. Walker
Jas. E. Williamson
J. Edward Nichols
Frederick J. Wright
Wm. H. Lord
David M. Swing
Robert N. Dill
Standard Oi Company
Goldsboro
Wim, H. Harding, Jr
Willett T
Anah F. Carroll
James M. Deen
Elizabeth A. Dean
Charles E. Andrews
James QO. Wright
Geo. W. Kelley
Christian Schmidt
James Sharlow
M. Carroll Meredith
Calvin Saleman
Michael F. Kibler
Mary FE. Heavalow
Starvey L. Cooper
John W. Bell
Harry R. Merriken
E. W. Downes
Laura Harris
John W. Funk
Hird
Eugene L. Wagner
toGeo
W. Herbert
H. F. Trice
Ann M. Barnard
Mary E. Jester
Isaac Jester
Geo. Dew
Rosa Ann Heavalow
Lawrence B. ‘Towers
Jacob N. ‘Beer
Wan
A. Carney
Stephen Gregory
Thos. HH. Chambers
Margaret J. Morris
Federalsburg
Dover editor calls reintroducing church seating by gender
A Dover editorial advocates restoring the 40 year old custom of seating men on the left and women on the right to boost men’s church attendance and soul salvation. It notes an old Delaware church still enforces gender seating and recalls a prior Easter suggestion that women hold hats on laps, abandoned due to hat width.
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Dover
Delaware
Cow Marsh
Orphans Court Proceedings Approve Multiple Accountings
In the Orphans Court judges Clark Liden and Fleetwood presided as executors and administrators presented accounts of sales distributions and final receipts. Orders approved include distributions for Nichols Clark Diggans Parker Morgan Gordon Dawson and appraisals noted with bond approvals and creditor notices. Guardians were appointed for minor McKnatt.
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Orphans’ Court
Clark
Liden
Fleetwood
Robert S. Nichols
Samuel TF
Nichols
Charles H
James M. Clark
Rhoda A. Clark
James H. Nichols
Thomas W. Nichols
Joseph L. Diggans
Lemuel R. Diggans
Rhoda McKnatt
T. Clayton Horsey
Alexander and
Sallie McKnatt
John T. Parker
William A. Parker
Mary F. Hussey
James H. Morgan, Jr
Evan F. Morgan
Henry R. Lewis
Sallie Gordon
Joseph N. Gordon
E. A
Mary E. A. Dawson
John F. Dawson
Albert G. Towers
Clinton Cook
J. Oscar Bernard
Dover Methodists Welcomes New Pastor and Local Camp Meeting
Rev. Claybourne Phillips preached his first sermon at Dover Methodist Protestant Church to a responsive congregation. A camp meeting is set for August 7 to 16 at Pentecostal Grove near Denton with leaders Rev. George B. Kulp Rev. John Wesley Lee and Rev. L. B. Compton. Additional notes include leave of absence for Rev. J. W. Colona and replacements by Rev. A. M. Vivien, evangelistic services at Starrington Nazareth church, and May 31 graduation sermon by Rev. F. T. Benson at Caroline High School. Concord circuit plans a July 31 camp meeting under Rev. J. R. Cannon. Denton M E Church quarterly conference raises pastor salary to 1100.
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Asheville
N. C
J. W. Colona
Bridgeville M
Denton
M. E. Chuirch
Mrs Jenkins Brings Suit Against Mason in Circuit Court
Mrs Sarah J Jenkins of Greensboro sues her nephew William L Mason in Queen Annes County Circuit Court convening next Monday at Centreville. The claim alleges a 1500 loan from eight years ago with no note, despite promises of repayment. Jenkins seeks settlement after Mason refused. Plaintiff is represented by T Alan Goldsborough and Senator J Frank Harper. defendant by J H C Legg.
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Jenkins
Sarah J. Jenkins
Greensboro
William L. Mason
Queen Anne's County
Centreville
Mason
Jenking
T. Alan Goldsborough
Denton
J. Frank Harper
J. H. C. Legg
Delegation Views Caroline Jail For Centreville Prison
A Denton visit by Queen Anne’s County officials including E John Merrick Oliver Newnam N Clay Hendricks William Roe Steddman Cross W H J Hopkins C H Quimby county commissioners Madison Bordley clerk Edwin H Brown Jr attorney George A Whiteley sheriff assessed Caroline jail as a credible model. Centreville jail planned behind the courthouse on the former town hall site.
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Caroline’s
Queen Anne's
Denton
Caroline
Centreville
E. John Merrick
Oliver Newnam
N. Clay Hendricks
William E. Roe
Steddman Cross
W. HH. J. Hopkins
C. H. Quimby
Madison B. Bordley
Edwin H. Brown, Jr
George A. Whiteley
Court House
Fire Destroys West Denton Home of Charles Todd
A fire in West Denton destroyed the dwelling of Charles W Todd and its furnishings. Mrs. Frank Stokes, then in Philadelphia, left behind two boys who escaped through a back window as flames spread from the rear. Loss estimated around $600 with $400 insured through Cooper Wright Cooper.
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West Denton
Charles W.todd
Frank Stokes
Cooper, Wright & Cooper
The Sunday School Lesson on Heaven and Comfort
The lesson reassures disciples troubled by betrayal and departure, teaching that the Comforter, the Holy Spirit, abides until the end. It highlights heaven as a heavenly home prepared by Christ, offering trust in God as solace amid sorrow and encouraging acts of help to brighten life. The article cites John 14 and notes that faith in Jesus as the Way, Truth, and Life opens access to God and eternal life.
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Jesus
Christ
Jerusalem
Thomas
God
Father
John
Phillip H. Fall
Houston Post
Throne of God
Court of Heaven
Sears
John xiv
Philadelphia Recor
Cleaning Delicate Embroideries by Sun Lather Method
A home technique uses soap and warm water with a quarter teaspoon borax per quart of water to make a frothy lather in a glass jar. Submerge the embroidery, seal, and set in bright sun for a day, turning the jar. rinse, re soak in clear water, and sun again until the fabric white.
Trade with Merchants Who Advertise
Bitey keeps up to date with goods offered by merchants who advertise. The notice urges readers to consult local ads for current offerings and prices, signaling ongoing commerce and market availability in the area.
Social and church news in Hillsboro and surrounding towns
Hillsboro hosts a pound party for Rev and Mrs L P Corkran with fifty to sixty guests and musical selections by Miss Evelyn Fleming. Embroidery Club gathering at Queenland Farm features fashion and music. Local clergy Rev George Hamer preaches in Hillsboro and Cordova. A string of visits and guests include Mrs John Russum, Mrs Willard Russell, Mrs Jennie Fleming, Miss Bell Connelly, and Miss Evelyn Fleming among others.
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L. P. Corkran
Hillsboro
Queen Anne
Evelyn Fleming
Ailie Clark
Embroidery
Queenland Farm
Maryland
George Hamer
Laltimoore
M. E. Church South
Cordova
Namer
Charles FE. Stewart
John F. Russum
Charles EE. Dean
James Muller
Easton
Willard Russell
Baltimore
Annie Moore
Greensboro
Nita Henry
Elsie Messick
Stewart
Catharine Duffey
Denton
Oscar Clark
G. Lawrence Wilson
Christine
Richard Beaven
Stewart & Jarrell
State highway report praises log drag on earth roads
The report highlights striking pictures of the Houston Branch road in the Fifth district and endorses the King Log Drag. It notes the need to maintain earth roads with minimal expense and encourages a fair trial to prove the log drag’s value, citing pamphlets distributed for road authorities.
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Houston Branch
Middle-West
Local Visitors and Upcoming Oyster Supper Meeting
Wildstan Mrs. David Taylor of Centreville and Mrs. W. D. Taylor of Denton visited their mother Mrs. Martha J. Tignutt. Will Cannon and family of Preston visited their aunt Mrs. Sarah Andrews. Oyster supper committee to meet at Mr. R. C. Rice's on May 6. Mr. and Mrs. John Stevens of Hickman visited relatives. Rev J. E. Smith preached to a large audience.
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David Taylor
Centreville
W. D. Taylor
Denton
Martha J.tignutt
Will Cannon
Preston
Sarah Andrews
R. C. Rice
John Stevens
Hickman
J. E. Smith
Greensboro commissioners elected in a Monday vote
Greensboro elected commissioners N Horsey S IL FP Roe D J Zach arias Thomas M Green and James I Curry to replace Warren Vansent who did not wish to continue Mrs E L Hoffecker Fairmount and Wa Zacharias Baltimore are visiting at the home of Otto and Zacharias in Silver Springs Milks
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Greensboro
N. Horsey
S. IL
Roe
D. J. Zacharias
Thomas M. Green
James I. Curry
Curry
Warren Vansent
E. L. Hoffecker
Fairmount
Wa. Zacharias
Laltimore
Otto Zacharias
Silver Springs
Local Social Notes: Windy Hill Family Returns Home
Mrs. Fred Cox and her children have returned to their Windy Hill home after visiting Mrs. Cox’s parents Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Towers last week. Mr. Harry DeFord of Denton is visiting Mr. and Mrs. John Lynch this week. Mr. and Mrs. James Todd hosted a small gathering Monday evening.
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Fred Cox
Windy Hill
Fink Family Relocates Near Federalsburg
Samuel Fink and family from Johnstown Pennsylvania have moved to a new home near Federalsburg. Miss Lillian Young of Federalsburg has been visiting Kastom friends.
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Samuel Fink
Johnstown
Federalsburg
Lillian Young
Kastom
Major Noble Honored for Long Philippine Service
The Cable-News American of Manila lauds Major Robert H. Noble, 1st Infantry, as the longest continuously serving American in the Philippines since 1899. The Maryland native and West Point graduate has held key civil and military posts, including military secretary to four governors, organizer of civil government in Iloilo towns, and grand chamberlain of the Philippine court, with promotions to major in October. He plans leave before rejoining his regiment at Vancouver Barracks, Washington.
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Manila
Federaisburg
Robert H. Noble
1St Infantry
Philippines
United States
McClellan
Noble
Islands
8Th Army Corps
Luzon
Visayas
Hughes, Snyder
Baldwin
Iloilo
Taft
Major Noble
Philippine Court
Philippine
Maryland
West Point
Cuba
Adjutant-General’s Department
Volunteer Army
3Rd Infantry
Vancouver Barrack
Washington
Local paper seeks support and outlines changes
Subscribers are urged to settle arrears and support a stronger, better running paper. A government order must be followed and post office officials will enforce compliance. Notices include a widow’s death in Sartley, an hotel purchase in Centreville, future strawberry marketing, a Dover bridge bond issue, Hillsboro charter amendment, and Sturmer to take over the Easton jewelry business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tost Office
Poanna Williams
James Williams
Sartley
Henry Williams
George P. Scotten
Hartley
Emily Marvel
Thomas’ Chapel
Martin Williams
Wilimington
A. C
Heck
Ernest Sturmer
Oscar F. Sturmer
Easton
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Denton Journal
Mont Tue
the Local Department
Dr. Goldsborough
Greensboro Cemetery
C. H. Pritchett &Son
Col
J. W. Bryant
Oakford
H. M. Vosmus Co
Ford Farm
Temple Smith
Fruit Growers’ Exchange
Gilbert Hagadone
Peter Hagadone
Arnold
Ohio
W. E. Temple
John M. Swing
Evelyn Green
Philaphia Friends
Aimee Jones
Paul Holsinger
Thomas H. Chambers
T. H. Chambers & Co
Win. Blood
Rosa Dew
Bridgetown
Qgden FE
James
Roxanna
Cecile M. Melvin
Winchester
Harry Miller
Lydia Hughes
Geo. E. Bishop
Lucy Dailey
Fowling Creek
Wm. H. Scott
Emma Webber
Charities Cannon
Raymond Harris
Laura Henry
Trusty
Preston Grimage
Lillie May Johnson
Peter Johnson
Lillie Brown
Wm. Robertson
Lena Young
Wm. J. Stanford
Enmina C. Bailey
Penton
West
Our Heavenly Home
Wildstan
Allen
Deuggicts
Khoe
Lakey
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