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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1954
Page
7
Tom Fallin limited Ridgely to five scattered hits for three runs as Caroline High School rolled to a 16-5 victory. D Lane hit a second inning triple driving in two, Sonny Todd drove in four including a homer with runners aboard, and stellar infield play kept Ridgely at bay.
Coach John Todd's squad fell to Coach Steelman's B team 2–0 after school. Tom Fallin allowed only two hits as the varsity totaled six while their defense produced most outs on the base paths. The reported line-up follows.
Eastern Shore Coon Hunters Association to host field trials Saturday May 15 at 11:00 a.m. with a $3 entry and $100 finals prize, and Sunday May 16 with $5 or $7.50 entries and $30 beat money, at Walls Farm with 250 dogs expected from six states. Grounds on Routes 19 305 and 313. gates open with 50c donation. overnight arrangements available. Edgar E Walls Henderson Md listed for info.
The Concord Women’s Society of Christian Service notes the passing of member Mrs Anna Cavendar. Devoted to home and family, she served her duties willingly. Deepest sympathy is extended to her family as the earthly struggle ends and heaven’s glory shines. Daisy Rice Mildred Hubbard Florence Love Committee.
Mr and Mrs Richard F Behlke express gratitude to relatives and friends for cards flowers and deeds of kindness during the recent bereavement in the loss of their son.
Mr. William T. Temple is reported sick at his Ridgely home. No further details are provided in the readable snippet.
A sequence of land transfer records dated April 1954 details numerous deeds in the First to Seventh Election Districts and nearby towns. Notable transactions include Edward C Wright to Charles C Wain on March 30 1954 and John T Dyer to John T Dyer Jr on March 26 1954, with multiple parcels in the First and Fourth Election Districts and surrounding areas.
Report continues that rescuers recovered a 22 month old child from Marshy Hope Creek at about 6:00 pm, 100 feet downstream from the home, 6 feet from shore, in water four feet deep after a boat dragged the area.
Local oil industry leaders pushed a legislative program urging Maryland voters to approve a constitutional amendment dedicating special motor vehicle taxes for highways. The principal speaker noted gasoline taxes cost a Maryland car owner about 58 dollars yearly, representing 37 percent of the fuel's retail price.
Dr Schadt executive director will discuss the program planning with badge emphasis. Mrs Richard Garey Caroline County district chairman urges many leaders from the county to attend this worthwhile training for Caroline County Scout workers.
Fort Hood Texas hosts Exercise Spearhead a large scale Army training maneuver this month centered on the 1st Old Ironsides Armored Division. Cpl Philip L Vanville son of Mrs Ethel Quim by Greensboro is a cook in Battery B 2d Anti Aircraft Artillery Battalion He holds the Good Conduct Medal and UN and Korean Service Ribbons.
The Henderson town commission enacts a measure prohibiting raising poultry and livestock without secure enclosure, with an exception for birds or animals located more than 100 yards from the nearest residence. Violators face misdemeanor charges with fines from 10 to 25 dollars, plus costs. subsequent offenses carry higher fines. Effective on passage, dated May 3, 1954, signed by Clerk Carleton Gooden.
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