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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1888
Page
3
A concise roundup of items from various committees and meetings, outlining key decisions, upcoming events, and notable motions across departments. Highlights include approvals, schedules, budget notes, and forthcoming public notices, reflecting the day's local governance activity.
A variety of short notices from Caroline and surrounding counties report routine events. Mentions include bank closings on Election Day, residents moving and improving health, political meetings in Hope and Chestertown, a new storehouse at Saulsbury Brothers, and local marriages and resignations. Also covered are notable local figures, court actions, and near coastal traffic observations at the Choptank river.
A new post office was established at Morgans Mill in the sixth district with Sohn PR Agnew named postmaster. The opening marks a local government milestone, though the placeholder name appears garbled in OCR.
The document presents the registered voters of Caroline County as recorded by the registrar for the year 1888. It notes the official compilation and includes names and numbers in the register serving as the county’s formal electoral record.
Neath W A Holbrook a Henderson merchant died at his home Thursday after a short illness of typhoid malaria aged thirty two. He leaves a widow and two children. Holbrook was an energetic business man building a trade in hard ware and agricultural samples. He had been in business about one year and had erected two good stores. Interment will be at Covoud cemetery this afternoon at 2 oclock.
October marriage licenses issued by Clerk L H Gadd list 14 couples including White Robert Logan and Anta M Jenetings Edward Tischoppe and Mary E Willoughby Loy H Whitbey and Maggie M Morris William F Willoughby and Sarah E Wright Chas E Newlee and Emma C Sanders William St Carroll and Martha F Cuilentt Gootee E Christopher and Laura Wright Madison W Chattes and Kate Cohee William Daniel and Margaret J Bordley J A Stanford and Martha F Wabbards Moses H Horner and Lois K Jones Charles H Sorden and Eliza Lewis Colored couples also listed.
In Chestertown S H Crawford proprietor of Crawford House was indicted by the grand jury for violating the local option law. The sole witness refused to answer about buying whisky, citing self incrimination as a club member receiving liquor. The court ordered club constitution by laws and signature verification. The Chester Literary Musical and Social Club formed last April now has 623 members with Crawford House owner as president earning 50 dollars per month. The State abandoned the case.
Denton youths held a phallton party and taffy pull with ghostly costumes beginning at Col Gadds and winding to Mrs Stewart s home. The evening ended around 11 o clock with the typical Halloween mischief of missing gates and sidewalk boxes observed by small boys.
Mr Emory Burnett of Salt Lake City attended town events last Saturday as a Democratic meeting was postponed due to bad weather until November. In the recent school month ending Wednesday the 31st, nine grammar school scholars earned first honor with averages above ninety percent including Mary Sparks Bertha Comegrys Harry Price Charley Greeley Nora Telson Latie Draper Windor Goldsborough Virgie Carter Ida Moore Lyitan Planner Thomas Rich George Devon and Annie Rich.
Orphans' Court met with Judges Downes Liden and Hobbs. Lucretia Sisk widow of William Sisk was granted letters of administration. Proposals to grant letters to Rufus C Harris for Sarah E Watkins and William H Watkins were vetoed and recorded. The will of I L Gearhart was admitted to probate. Administrators Driggas and Ghiugher presented an account of sales of William Driggas estate. court adjourned to November 5th.
The piece laments fading autumn as winter nears with migration of birds and animals. Evergreen trees persist while others shed leaves. November brings a vivid calm, dry air, and a distant hazy horizon, amid prairie fires and Indian summer memories.
Citizens of upper Dorchester argue over two proposed paths for the Baltimore and Eastern Shore Railroad. One route traverses the county’s upper section, the other skirts via Vienna village. Locals on both sides collect stock subscriptions, promising gains for landowners and fruit and vegetable crops along their favored line. Directors remain undecided, and the largest investor may win the right to build if the project proceeds.
The Federalsburgh bridge over the river, recently repaired under Rufus Haris, is complete and improves crossing safety. Friday rain moved the Prohibitionists meeting to Davis's Hall. Reverend Ralph Coursey and locals provided music and a two hour talk by candidate Ilarian impressed attendees. Several residents traveled or prepared for winter visits, while revival services attract large crowds led by Rev. Burke and Rev. Asbury Burke. Congressining Gibson is set to speak at today’s Democratic meeting.
The Berkeley Springs and Potowac Railroad, run by the B. and O. R. Co., linked Hancock West Virginia to Berkeley Spring West Virginia and began operations on Thursday November 1. Trains left Elbcock at 10:00 am 12:47 pm and 3:40 pm and left Berkeley Springs at 5:00 am 10:35 am and 10:00 pm. The trip duration between the two points was about twenty five minutes. A noted indulgence offer mentions a bottle of Smith Cio sarap for fifty cents.
A notice outlines multiple intertown bus routes in Caroline County detailing trips from Templeville to Marydel, Federalburg to Smithville, and other connections. It lists daily or several times weekly departures, approximate travel times, and bond requirements for operators.
Inclement day did not damp a large turnout at St Peters Church for the anniversary of its consecration with Bishop W J Adis prompting participation from distant areas. Choirs from Denton aided by local singers performed well. After services, rector and wife hosted the congregation, lauding the event as among the most pleasant in Hillsborough. Community concerns include unsafe sidewalks and dim street lighting for night travel. Local merchants Stewart Jarrell expand with a new minite department and wish them success. Other items report visitors returning from Delaware New Jersey and Winchester Virginia, the death of A Us TLook’s brother prompting travel, Jeln W Brotts preparing for a new Baltimore store, Miss Palmatory visiting Baltimore, Mrs Beavan regaining mobility, Miss Henri Sauder visiting Washington, and Mer Fisher cannery closing after a successful run.
Obituary recalls the life of William Hamilton Thamilton born September 1820 in Hagerstown Maryland. A long career as legislator congressman and U S senator is noted including service from 1840s to 1875 and his 1879 governorship. The article praises his honesty state service reform efforts and legal career while mentioning his marriage to Clara Jenne and farming interests.
A string of real estate transfers listed include Philip W. Downes as assignee selling property to Danies Al Hotlecker Jr and others, with various assignees including Joshi Bryant, Richard lo Satterfield Jr, Enza Webber, J. Tughinan Todd as executor, Janis O. Doushis, Gustees, and many others. Properties range across Denton and nearby towns with acres and perches, mill sites, town lots, and several quit claims. Total amounts mention 3000, 4610 or 3200 dollars in several deeds with multiple buyers and spouses involved.
Philadelphia outlet promotes guaranteed Seal Skin Plush garments by famed makers. Tailored by masters, items include jackets and coats with satin linings, seal ornaments, and flawless fronts. Prices begin at ten dollars and emphasize quality, wear, and workmanship assurances.
The obituary notes the death of Mrs. Maury J. Barcus near Goldsboro in October 1888 at age 45. It mentions her husband Greenbury Barcus and references her deep religious faith and bereavement of her mother. The fragmentary text preserves a somber tone typical of late 19th century notices.
A survey of Mexico’s history from Hidalgo to modern times in Frank Leslies Popular Monthly for December. Also notes on anglers topics like the Florida tarpon and fish lore, and features on crafts, Virginia’s fairfax family, and Horace Lowsend’s animal training anecdotes.
The Bell Clothing Company on Pratt Street near Playover in Baltimore advertises best made men's suits from 36.00 to 65.00 and overcoats 25.00 to 80.00. Boys suits range from 2.50 to 12.00 with boys overcoats 3.25 to 11.00.
The Bell Clothing Company on Pratt Street near Hanover advertises boys suits from 2.50 and 8.30, overcoats at low prices, and men’s suits from 20.00 to 25.00. The copy promotes warm, affordable clothing for families.
The ad touts wool and cotton-wool melange fabric described as hard wearing and popular. It markets 34 inch wide material in four medium shades at 25 cents, noting past seasons sold in large quantities and prices around 37 1/2 cents.
Nottingham Curtains imitate hand-worked lace types with modern machine quality in various styles and prices from $0.25 to $20 per pair. Madras curtains, lace effects, Madras sets, silk striped curtains, sash net, scrim, and a large range of fabrics in multiple colors plus many handkerchiefs. Wanamaker department offers an illustrated Housekeeping Art edition and home beautifying hints with prices.
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