Local notices and society items fill Denton diary
A jumble of notices from Denton and surrounding towns records sales bids for a new county jail, visits by relatives, a masquerade ball, weddings in Philadelphia and Sadlersville, road bids approved near Federalsburg, church rallies, and various visits by local residents to Baltimore and Eaton. Benign community updates mix with political notes on elections and local officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TL. W. Smith & Son
T. M. Todd
Dorothy
P. H. McShane
Theophilus W. Smith
Eaton
Wmn. H. Anderson
Church Home Infirmary
Baltimore
T. Piay Fiher
Albert G. Towers
Philadelphia
Mollie Bradenbaugh
Kansas City
J. Koon Dakes
Masovic Hall
Weel
HH. Dew
Thawley’s
M. P
Walter Swinney
Berwanger & Co
Denton
Centreville
Farmers and Merchants Telephone Company
Thomas & Messer
Baltimore St
T. W. Smith
J. N. Rickards
J. Walters Paynter
Suthersville
Lovelock
Maggie Barwick
J. Frank Barwick
Barwick House
Sadlersville
W. O. Bennett
Green St. M. E. Parsonage
George H. Sarah
Mary J. Price
George W. Price
Joseph Howard Snyder
Snyder
Spruce St
Royal Arch Masons
Grand Chapter
James T. Allen
Rockville
Hich
John W. Liethicum
John N. Miller
Edward W. Wroth
Benjamin Whiteley
Catonsville
Journal
Thomas A. Smith
Maryland
Peculiar Campaign Tactics Draw Local Critique
The speaker denounces a political appeal seen as out of place in the speaker’s county while noting prior exposure to peculiar campaign methods this year. The remarks mention Mr Bonaparte and Elijah Pogram Club in a critical context amid local audience reactions.
Election dinner set by M I Church South women
The M I Church South ladies plan their annual election dinner in Thompsons Hall next Tuesday November 6. A bountiful season’s meal will be served and strong patronage of the Sixth district electorate is urged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. I. Church South
Thompsons Hall
Virginia
Weber Trott
Philadelphia
James Barwick
Weather Bureau Service
Laura Mason
Easton
Mollie L. Lambdin
St. Michaels
William J. Dukes
Mary
W. L. Mason
C. F. Saner
Wilmington
W. H. Thawley
Lillian Mancha
Claremont
George H. Beaven
Fred Johnson
Denton
Laura Fisher
Bridgeville
Del
Lizzie
Eda Fisher
O. W. Devenish
St. Micheals
E. Ui. Collins
Marydel
D. J. Givan
Ea Riley
Willmington
Harry Roe
John I. Russom
McCready
G. F. Beaven
Margaret Blackett
Washington
Thomas C. Hackett
Nettie Seward
A. D. Branford
Maggie Jarrell
Susie Stevens
Sadlersville
Blanche Smith
W. W. Bradshaw
Parmington
Frank Gooding
Wyoming
Ellen Sparklin
Tra B. Williams
Delaware
Baltimore
Local Notes from Greensboro and Denton High School
Reports from Greensboro note Almont Beggs had a 232 caliber bullet removed from leg muscle years after accidental discharge. Several residents, including Mrs. Wim Massey and Miss Grace Wooters, are on the sick list amid high school illness and typhoid cases. Edith Greenlee hosted a Halloween party. Professor Porter conducts penmanship classes at Denton High School on Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Almont Beggs
Galisborough
Wim. Massey
Grace Wooters
Elsie Mitchell
Samuel Pierson
Hirman Smith
Frank Clark
R. D. Clark
Edith Greenlee Pava
Hallowe’en
Ollie Coffin
Henderson
Geo. W. Steinman
Philadelphia
R. R. Shull
Adelphia Literary Society
Porter
Denton High School
Laura Lowe
Norfolk
W. HH. Lowe
Jennie Lewis
Baltimore
T. WW. Jarman
Alvin Tetherah
Wallowe’en
R. J. Raughley
Weddings and social notes from Gurrevinie newspaper
The notes announce the wedding of Nettie Cahall to Frank Rae in Philadelphia on November 7. It reports Alex Baker’s 50th wedding anniversary on his nearby farm with many guests and gifts. Also mentions visits and illnesses including Elmer Baughley with typhoid fever and various local residents visiting kin or hosting events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nettie Cahall
Semianea
Philadelphia
Frank Rae
Alex. Baker
F. A. Porter
Townsend Rust
Federalsburg
Edward Baker
Dover
A. Baker
Iva Russell
Epworth League
Elmer Baughley
Sarah E. Love
Matthews
W. E. Cheetan
Ernest Raughley
Ballot Prompt Says Mark Square Opposite Smith Name
Instruction directs voters to mark the ballot in the square opposite the name Thomas A. Smith. The note emphasizes identifying the candidate by the printed name and position on the ballot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas A. Smith
How to Cure a Cold with Chamberlains Remedy
The article discusses easing a cold quickly to avoid pneumonia and other complications. It cites B W N Hall of Waverly Washington praising Chamberlains Cough Remedy as the best cold medicine and notes it is sold by Douglass Drug Store and A L Duffey in Hillsboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. W. N. Hall
Waverly Wa
Chamberlain
Douglass Drug Store
A. L. Duffey
Hillsboro
Mission preacher Dr Jefferis to speak in town hall
The article highlights Dr Jefferis, a Delaware native and world traveler, delivering gospel messages at the Episcopal Church for a mission in Denton. It notes his engaging style, shows a Monday night illustrated lecture on The Round Round World by Rev. Gantt, and mentions ticket outlets Smith & Walls and Douglass Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Referts
Dr. Jefferis
Episcopal Church
Delaware
Delaweis College
Jefferis
Mr. Gantt
Ancient Farmers' Association Meets Across Eastern Shore
The Board of Agriculture for the Eastern Shore of Maryland held regular meetings at Aston in Talbot county since its founding, then shifted to member homes in 1825 and continued yearly except during the Civil War. Most recently, they met at Wheathands with Col. Edward Lloyd presiding, nearing 46 years as president. The next meeting is planned at Foxstoy Hall in Easton, residence of Col. Oswald Tielman, on the Friday of the next week, November 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Charles J. Bonaparte
Navy
Roosevelt
Denton
Jackson
Peninsula
J. Edward Addicks
Delaware
West
Masonic Hall
Bonaparte
House of Representatives
Willian HL Jackson
Coube
Fairbanks
Maryland
Alaryland
Smith
Congress
Warfield
Caroline County
Marlin E. Olmstead
Pennsylvania
James M. Miller
Kansas
Rookwood Hoar
Massachusetts
Republican Party
Washington
Albert G. Towers
Carolina County
Edward KE. Goslin
Ways and Means Committee
House of Delegates
Board of Auditors
Ny County
Senate
Harry A. Roe
Democratic Committee
Goslin
Medford
Jarrell
Towers
Board of Agriculture
Court House
Aston
Talbot County
ISLS
Edward Lloyd
Wye House
Foxstoy Hall
Easton
Oswald Tielman
George F. Beaven
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
Hillsboro
James A. Mitchell
Centreville
St. Paul's
St. John’s Parish
Beaven
Mr. Beaven
Charles County
John Beaven
Washotah
Wis
H. Lay Beaven
Wordsworth Y. Beaven
All Saints
Longwood
John M. Beaven
George H. Beaven
Thomas C. Beaven
S. M. Morgan
Harmony
Concord Church
S. P. Shipwan
League
J. S. Ingle
F. T. Little
D. D
Epworth
S. M.morgan
M. E. Church
Orphans' Court Names Guardians and Modifies Accounts
On Tuesday the Orphans Court appointed Eanalene C. Benson guardian to her son C Edward Benson Ella R Jones guardian to her children was authorized to spend part of the ward fund for maintenance and education Henry T Curtis guardian to Harry R Roberts presented a guardian account which was approved The court will not session next Tuesday due to election recount
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orphans’ Court
Eanalene C. Benson
C. Edward Benson
Ella R. Jones
Henry T. Curtis
Harry R. Roberts
Fleet-footed steeds spark crowd at Gentlemen's Driving Park
At the Saturday racing event crowds watched a free-for-all where Russell B. won the 2.25 class in 2.25 and 2.30. Peter Q. took 2.27 and 2.29. Touri olden Rod and Pat Murphey served as CJs. Lady Bell claimed the 2.40 race in 2.39 with Little Joe and Black Cat also racing. Ruby won the wagon ace with a 2.53 time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell B
Peter Q
Touri
Olden Rod
Pat Murphey
Lady Bell
Little Joe
Black Cat
Ruby
Local notes on residents and revival services
Claude Stafford Choptank is now attending a business college in Baltimore. J. O. Wright traveled to Philadelphia last week to accept a new position. Revival services are in progress locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claude Stafford
Baltimore
J. O. Wright
Philadelphia
Harrington Relatives Visit Merriken Family
Mrs. Susan Harrington and Mrs. Sarah M. Harrington from Delaware and Mr. G. W. Spence of Colorado have been visiting their relatives, Mr. and Mrs. John A. Merriken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susan Harrington
Sarah M. Harrington
Delaware
G. W. Spence
Colorado
John A. Merriken
Ridgely Trio Visited Former Teacher Over Weekend
D re ston Mr Harry Wilson and sister Miss Sadie of Ridgely spent last Saturday and Sunday at the home of their former teacher Miss Ella Whiteley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Wilson
Miss Sadie
Ridgely
Ella Whiteley
Sun editorial support prompts political pledge in Maryland district
Mr. Smith endorses the Sun editorial and agrees to a pledge against bribery in the First Congressional district. He questions why an anti money practices agreement was not extended district wide and wonders if Mr. Jackson will send funds across counties. He states readiness to further the public service and campaign integrity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salisbury
Baltimore Sox
William Nt. Jackson
Wicomico
Satunday
Wiesmieo
Eastern Shore
James E. Ellegood
The
Baltimore Sun
Congress
First
Wicomico County
the Sun
Smith
Jackson
Maryland
Sun
Voters urged to cast ballots for Democratic Candidate in Maryland election
The notice calls Maryland voters to vote on Election Day Tuesday November 6 with polls open for a set time. It stresses marking the ballot with a single X in the square beside the Democratic candidate for Congress and warns against any other marks. The message includes instructions on handling spoiled ballots and mentions Murray Vandiver as State Central Committee chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Court of Appeals
Murray Vandiver
State Central Committee
Dover Visits And Local Moves In A Busy Week
Prandypuby residents Mr. and Mrs. G W Carrow visited Mrs Carrow's ailing mother in Dover. Mrs C E Hollingsworth returns from visits in Philadelphia New York and Brooklyn. C E Hollingsworth W Melvin and others attended a Denton speech by the Great Bonaparte. Miss Margaret Sparks enrolls at Golden's College for six months in bookkeeping and typewriting. John Comegys spends time with friends in Wilmington. Miss Virginian Sparks visits her sister in Wilmington. Mrs James Richards visits friends in Wilmington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Carrow
Dover
Mrs. Carrow
Jas. Pyle
C. E. Hollingsworth
Philadelphia
New York
Brooklyn
W. Melvin
Denton
Bonaparte
J. A. Harwood
Delaware
Margaret Sparks
Golden’s College
John Comegys
Wilmington
Virginian Sparks
James Richards
Lime Yields Big Returns Versus Fertilizers
Farmers report lime prices are low while fertilizer costs stay high. They claim lime usage can produce a ton of wheat worth about 25 dollars, and it boosts grass and corn yields. Lime renews soil vitality and, despite lower output than fertilizers, helps crops and soil when used regularly to neutralize acids.
Local illness rumor stirs neighborhood concerns
Attendance dropped after a diphtheria scare and unfounded rumors spread fear. Charles Walker and George Smith operate seld farms. Walker and his mother plan to winter in New York. Terry Nichols has been ill with the grip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Walker
George Smith
Walker
New York
Terry Nichols
Virginia Beach woman returns home from visit
Mrs. T. J. Richardson of Virginia Beach has returned home after visiting her mother Mrs. M. d. Rittenhouse. Miss Grace Dean and her brother Carroll returned to Easton after visiting Mrs. James B. Todd at her home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Richardson
Virginia Beach
M. d. Rittenhouse
Grace Dean
Carroll
Easton
James B.todd
Infant Janet Palmer Dies at Five Months
In Memorians, on October 24, at the residence of her parents Mr and Mrs Townsend W Rust near Bridgeville Del, Janet Palmer their only child aged 5 months 8 days. "This lovely bud so young and fair Called hence by care doom Just came to show how sweet a flower In Paradise could bloom." M A H
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Townsend W. Rust
Bridgeville
Del
Janet Palmer
Cary Doom
Thomas A. Smith Named in Local Notice
A local brief identifies Thomas A. Smith in a community notice, with details limited by readable text. The notice references a civic matter and a local jurisdiction, outlining the action and timeline.
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Turpin
Queen Anne
Jumptown Crurey
Ar. Purnell Fleetwood
Bonaparte and Towers
Limabore
Jesus
Bethany
Mount of Olives
Jerusalem
Egypt
Peter
John
David
Christ
Judas
St. Paul
John Sili
John Xili
John xiii
Caroline
Thos. Parran
Madd
Chas. W. Hobbs
Secretary of the Navy
Parran
Congressman Smith
Harry I. Ramesdell
Greensboro
Gurrevinie
Maer Bbekiel Ligeare
D’reston
Voters of
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Bethlelem
Carolline
Preston Eoaceeeneen
Eeveneee
Ridgely Euarcceesee
American Cor. Eee
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