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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1949
Page
8
In loving memory of Linwood D Long who died November 10 1947. His wife and daughter express their sorrow and affection and say they miss him daily as they continue life without him. A future reunion at home is hoped for.
Devotional reading outlines passages from Isaiah 42 1 4 and 64 13 53 12 Jeremiah 33 1 13 and first Peter 2 Use as a lesson framework for International Union gatherings noting thematic reiterations of faith hope and prophetic fulfillment with emphasis on instruction and reflection for readers.
A reader asks if Isaiah 53 speaks of the prophet or of others. The answer, long held by the church, centers on Calvary. Christ’s suffering is for others, motivating Christians to endure and serve. The piece stresses selfless sacrifice, martyrdom, and mission as core to Christian life.
In memory of Donald C Shaffer who departed this life two years ago on Nov 11. Remembrance is a golden chain Death cannot break. To have to love and then to part is sorrow of the heart. The memory of happy days will endure though years wipe out others. The flowers on your grave may fade, but love for you sleeps beneath will never fade. Sadly missed by Parents and brothers.
A memorial poem by Marian honoring John M Adams who died November 10 1945. The verse compares him to a rugged oak and a sturdy tree offering quiet love and guidance through sunshine and rain, with a daughter’s tribute of affection.
A granddaughter notes the death of John M Adams on November 10 1945 and reflects five years of sorrow. The poem recalls a bright home, a missing light, and an enduring loss felt by Virginia Lee Robinson who signs as granddaughter.
Aliss Blanche Stetler has been visiting relatives in Philadelphia this past week. Mrs Minnie Scott and daughter Mildred called on C W Adams and family on Sunday with Sunday School at 2 and preaching at 3 in Bloomery. Mr Ralph Missel, stationed in Virginia, spent Saturday and Sunday with his wife and daughter here. The Smithville Club will meet on November 15 in the Community building with Mrs Edna Adams and Mrs Isabelle Devore as assistant hostess.
In loving memory of my husband, John M. Adams, who passed away four years ago Nov 10, 1945. There's an open gate at the end of the road Through which each must go alone. And there is a light we cannot see, Our Father claims his own. Beyond the gate our loved one Finds happiness and rest And there is comfort in the thought That a loving God knows best. Wife, Blanche.
Sincere thanks to friends and relatives who sent cards and flowers while a patient at Kent General Hospital Dover. Grateful for prayers, including effectual fervent prayers of a righteous man availeth much. James 5 16. Cc W Adams.
Marydel Lions host a November 14 meeting at the Community Hall with Dr. O A Bartley of Wesley College Dover as speaker and musical numbers by Mrs L A Covell and Mr and Mrs L H Collison. The Marydel Auxiliary banquet on November 12 features Madeline Schmidt of Frederick as main speaker, with members from Goldsboro Greensboro Ridgely Denton and Federalsburg invited. A benefit movie and dance supports the Marydel Fire Company and Auxiliary.
The Community Tall hosts a dance at 8 pm on Friday November 18 with the Swing Swingsters providing the music. The event offers lively entertainment for attendees and the local community.
The subscribers have letters testamentary on the estate of Mary Elizabeth Williamson late of Caroline County deceased. Creditors must exhibit claims with vouchers authenticated by May 4, 1950 or be excluded from estate benefits. Debts must be settled promptly. Given November 1, 1949. The Denton National Bank Executor. Carlton V. West, Register of Wills.
Jessie S Bryant Administratrix seeks claims against Walter Sparklin late of Caroline county Maryland. Creditors must present vouchers by April 28 1950 or be barred from estate benefits. Debts should be settled promptly. Given October 22 1949. True Copy Test.
At 1 PM at the residence of the late Rebecca Sparklin, 214 South Second Street, Katherine E. Clarke owner and officers announce a sale listing furniture, appliances, rugs, books, dishes, glassware, and numerous articles. Auctioneers include Wm. E. Andrew and D. Ralph Horsey as clerk.
Nellie A Noble owner will sell at her home on the Clay Hobbs farm Beck Cross Roads along the Denton Hobbs dirt road. Antiques include tables chairs beds dressers Victrola rug linoleum ice box stove safe and more. Auction by J L Stevens with many items listed and others too numerous to mention.
Beginning at 1 P M sharp rain or shine live stock includes 1 horse 12 years old 1 mule work anywhere 2 hogs 300 lbs each. Household items listed include stove chairs rug dishes ice box sewing machine later items and other articles too numerous to mention John W Nichols Owner auctioneer Wim E Andrew 11-1] -21
Owner Harvey B. Lord announces a day of sale featuring one gray mare and one bay horse plus a full farm equipment and household goods list. Equipment includes plows, wagons, mowers, rakes, harness, scales, hay and grain products, tools, cooking and heating stoves, furniture, a piano, and various containers. Cash only and items available day of sale. no removals before terms are met. Leonard Covey acts as auctioneer. Everette Gambrill records.
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