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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1893
Page
3
A busy Denton Hillsborough scene features a Burrsville Democratic mass meeting, church services, and a public sale of farm land in Ridgely. A major fire destroys homes, amid insurance and community shock, while regional visitors and ministers attend conferences, revivals, and social events.
Henry Richards Lewis born 1850 in Kent county Delaware became a lawyer in 1882 and later a leading Democrat in Easton. Albert W. Sisk born 1860 in lower Caroline pursued business and public service, aiding local reform and property reassessment. William Edward Lord, born near Bridgeville, served as county commissioner from 1887 and 1889, driving road and bridge improvements across Caroline County.
Williston M E Church ladies plan a Wednesday evening event with an organ auction to fund a new instrument. Ice cream and cake will be served. Several local items noted include travel from El Paso visitors, canning shipments, partridges and rabbits hunted, a singing school organized, and homes for rent. Bishop Adams preached at a schoolhouse, and Ridgely depot was dismantled for a new machine shop. Eight houses are under construction with more to follow before January 1.
Across towns and villages the Carolina Democratic rally drew over two thousand people on a parade led by horsemen and bands. Dr Alexander Hardcastle presided, with E E Goslin and John D Plummer as secretaries. several district vice presidents spoke on party ticket strength and property tax fairness. An oyster feast accompanied the day, ending with further speeches by Col William H Legg Senator Peter and Olin Bryan, as salt sales spiked at local stores.
THOMAS LOCKWOOD DAY born on a Second district farm forty two years ago. He built a large fruit packing and canning business in Ridgely and now owns Day Bros. & Co. after buying out Preston Day. Output last season reached 160000 cans. over 650000 fruit vans were packed. NAYARD NICHOLS, born 1851 in Caroline, a lifelong Fifth district farmer, seeks levy court seat. allied with Day and Nichols, supporters say he will advance farmers’ interests and reduce the Fifth district Republican edge.
Miss Lida Wright and Dr. F H Elder of Philadelphia wed at Maple Grove the home of the bride. Relatives arrived for the event with a rehearsal the night before. The ceremony featured Mendelssohn and a procession with ushers bridesmaids and the bride in white satin. The couple left for New York by train at 2 o'clock.
The thirty fifth anniversary of the P E Church in Holsyborough was celebrated on Saturday October 28. Services began at 1030 led by Rev. Rich of Greensborough with assistants Rev. Adkins of Easton and Rev. Beaven, rector. A dinner followed at the Rectory with many guests from Easton Cordova Greensboro Denton Willsboro Queen Anne near Euston St. Michael's and St. Michael's areas. Mrs J E Morgan visits friends in St Michael's.
A shipment of Indies coats has been received at J. Wi. Nichols' on Denton Bridge, expanding the retailer's ready to wear inventory. Local shoppers are advised to inspect the new line and sizes available.
Mr and Mrs J Dukes Downes returned from the World’s Fair and hosted friends at Colonel Downes residence from nine to eleven. The bride wore white brocade silk and the groom an evening suit as guests called to pay respects and refreshments were served.
Prohibition party paper omits William J. Brown from the county treasurer slate. Voters may insert his name in the space under County Treasurer on the right of the prohibition ballot, in the independent blank ballot. Placing the name elsewhere cancels that ballot. Authorized by election law chapter 236 section 137.
George Henry Berry a farmer from Caroline County and Democrat is presented as a worthy and trusted candidate for a local post. Born near Smyrna and raised in the First district, he emigrated from Kent, Maryland ten years ago and now runs a small fruit farm noted for its cultivation. He is described as industrious, with integrity and courtesy, and respected by neighbors. The notice highlights his community standing and party loyalty while acknowledging cross party friendship among acquaintances. The piece also advertises a New York World subscription offer attached to the JOURNAL.
In this ad style the garments are fully described and priced. Strawbridge & Clothier have long been regarded as a premier retailer for women's and children's coats and wraps. The copy highlights the quality and selection available.
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