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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1960
Page
7
North Horts teams prepare for a 2 p.m. scrimmage at Denton Field with all players invited. Cambridge tops NC High School 29-18 in a 9-30 game, NC High School vs Severna Park on 10-7 away at 8 p.m. North Dorchester defeats NC High School 3-0 on 10-4.
Rex White drives a 1960 Chevrolet to victory at Martinsville Virginia on a 15 mile course at an average speed of 60.34 mph. The note lists upcoming races including the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 26, 1961 and other Grand National events at Wilkesboro Charlotte Georgetown and related venues with dates and distances.
Duckpin results from Caroline Bowling Lanes include weekly standings across multiple leagues. High games include 147 by T Knotts in Caroline Five and 139 by C Knott in Night Owls. high averages feature T Knotts and S Hol singer. Weekend results span Nuttle Lumber Thunderbirds Lucky Strike Left Overs Beck Chevrolet Pops Five and others with mixed first-place records.
Duckpin Bowling is not a difficult game but it requires accuracy. The guide outlines a straight approach to the foul line, coordinated footwork with the swing, a low release, and a delivery 6 to 12 inches beyond the line followed by a proper follow through. Practice leads to higher scores, says the Duckpin Bowling Council.
Our WSCS was entertained by Mrs Wesley Stafford last Wednesday afternoon. The ladies decided to serve an oyster and ham supper on the 29th. After the business program the hostess served delicious refreshments. The community mourns the death of Mrs Clara Cannon near Denton. She lived in our midst for years and was loved by many. Mrs Lewis Butler visited with the Butler family of Tuckahoe Neck. Mr L H Thomas visited Mrs Bernard H Thomas, Holly Michael and the Howard family.
Centreville residents J Dukes hosted last Thursday afternoon gatherings. Mrs T H Towers and Mrs P J Tripp visited Frank F E Adams and Roland Tower. Sunday guests included Mr. and Mrs. Walter Todd of Federalsburg and others from Easton, Cambridge, and Washington. Multiple couples hosted and visited relatives across Delmarva fields and towns.
Mrs Helen Woodson returns to Philadelphia after summer with Mrs Virgie Wooleyhand. A surprise stork shower honors Mrs Noble Dhue Jr with 22 guests and many gifts. Dr and Mrs W H Paxson hosted Mr and Mrs Walter Dickinson of Swarthmore Pa. Mrs Josephine Thomas visits her son Paul Thomas in Summit New Jersey. Mr and Mrs Joe Rea of Philadelphia visit Noble Dhue family. Mr and Mrs A G Dennison of New York hosted by Mrs Minnie Dennison and Miss Louise Dennison. Stanley Marvel ill at Kent General Hospital Dover. speedy recovery wished. Ladies Auxiliary meets in Community Hall with Mrs Mary Tuneff and Mrs Doris Thomas as hostesses. Sewing Circle meets at Mae Shively’s home with Loretta Shively as co-hostess.
A Denton notice urges residents to shop locally to keep money in the community. It warns that sending money away from home results in a permanent loss, and promotes subscribing to the Journal.
The State Police report details accidents from the past week including a Sept 27 two vehicle crash on Rt 480 Ridgely injuring William Quillen and charging H S Gale with failing to yield. Sept 29 on Rt 318 near Federalsburg a tractor rear ended by a truck causing $75 in damage and fines for Lowry and Robinson. An Oct 3 personal injury crash near Goldsboro involved Annie Wilkerson and Mary Wilkerson with $700 damage. Wilkerson charged with failing to grant right of way. David Smith cited on revoked license. Harry Bonner Jr arrested for revoked license.
Resolutions of respect note the passing of Clara W. Cannon a longtime member of the Woman's Society of Christian Service at Hobbs Methodist Church. They praise her faithful service, express sympathy to her family, and direct copies for the minute book and local papers. Signed by Bertie M. Towers Narcissus Adams and Hilda E. Maloney.
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