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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1903
Page
4
Saturday morning October 10, 1903 brief notices solicit public business from across the county. Circuit Court to convene January 11, orphans court October 13, levy court October 13, school board October 20.
Advertisements from John Coats seek tenants while a notary public appointment goes to William Temple of Ridgeley. Prices move in markets with Baltimore peaches at 2.50 per carrier and wheat and corn quotes. Notable items include a farm sale near Boonsboro, a temperance sermon, a jail arrest, a tennis result with Miss Nellie Davis, and Elmer Heath sentenced for murder. Community events include oyster and ice cream sales, a Williston mill pond outing accident, and Ida Mellvaine's autumn millinery opening with a ballot-box contest and praised service. Interments, weddings, and local political rallies accompany the scene.
A string of marriage announcements and social updates from Burrsville Ridgely and surrounding towns. Harry F. Davis and Anna Araminota Smith wed at Maplewood with family attendance. Eva May Pennington and Harvey L. Holsinger marry in Ridgely. Ella N. Horsey and J. Yingling wed in Laurel. Prof Jacob Wheatley and Eva Frankland unite in Easton. other local nuptials, residencies, and society events noted along with church activities and local visits.
Edward Wooley of Talbot was severely hurt Monday at the Alliance canning-house when his coat caught on a main shaft pulley tearing his clothing. His escape from serious injury was remarkable.
Henderson notes hog cholera is prevalent with several animals dead in and around town and many sick. Local residents including Miss Cora Bradley and the Misses Rickards of Harrington were guests of Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Dill. Ida Pritchett stayed with sister Mrs. Samuel Edge near Willow Grove. William Williams returned to Philadelphia after visiting Mr. and Mrs. William M. Price. Bertha and Zula Gooden stayed with Mrs. Arthur McFann in Dover. Alice Stubbs of Sandtown was entertained by Bertie Dill. Eugene Gooden of Felton visited his brother A. B. Gooden near town. L. A. Gooden and Sankey James were in Dover. Mr. and Mrs. D. M. Gooden visited Hollandaville relatives. H. C. Gooden made a business trip to Dover.
Thomas Todd longtime resident dies after paralytic stroke and is buried at Concord M E Church. He leaves wife and two sons Atwood and Edgar. Funeral by Rev H P Shipman. Other items note typhoid illnesses Minnie and Helen Stevens Nellie Stevens improving. Mrs Gootee and Mrs Ward visit Zion parents. Mrs Emma H Nuttle in Baltimore millinery purchase. Della Graham back to work. Lillian Murphy teaches school. Miss Bessye Murphy ill.
Mr W G Swith of Marydel and Mrs Elia A Jones of Philadelphia married in Philadelphia last Wednesday and were serenaded upon returning home Saturday. Rumors speak of another wedding nearby soon. C H Poore and family visited Dover over the weekend. Master Amos Johnson is ill near Greensboro. Jarman Totherod Horsey and Bilbrough tasked to oversee veneer works construction slated west of the river. Annie Jackson returned home to Greensboro after Kent visit.
Preston brief notes Judge Levi Travers of Dorchester visiting at the home of his son in law Dr. J L Noble in Preston. Also mentions Thos P Taylor having his dwelling painted and J B Fletcher repairing his property.
Concord residents Mr. Wm. J. Everngain and Mr. Cannon C. Wright are nearing completion of additions to their homes near this area. The projects reflect growing home improvements in the community.
Mr. L. W. Sparks of the Bear borough Company Boston holds headquarters at Cambridge, indicating an executive role and local base for the firm.
Court sessions concluded with three defendants sent to the penitentiary. Guilty pleas and verdicts were returned in cases including larceny and assault. The grand jury reported examining fifty witnesses and weighing fourteen cases, with six indictments issued. A Maryland Caroline county grand jury committee also issued a critical report on local jails bridges and public disorders at Mount Zion camp meeting.
An examination for colored teachers occurred at the school house on Wednesday and Thursday. The colored schools will reopen Monday. Examiner Crouse will visit Garrett and Allegany counties for institutes next week with State Superintendent Stevens. last appoints include Nichols, Meredith, Merriken, Cade, Fullerton, Todd, and others. Emma Dunham returns from Philadelphia. Hattie Borman visits. W J Wright travels to Baltimore for business. Protracted meetings are held at the M E Church.
In the Orphans Court on Tuesday last Thomas Taylor administrator of Levin P Williams deceased returned an inventory of the personal property which was approved. An order to sell was granted. Mary I Alford was appointed guardian to Lola N Alford with bond approved. The bond of William H Cheezum administrator of Richard R Perry deceased and letters of administration granted by the Register of Wills were approved. Jeremiah B Fletcher and James Houglass were appointed to appraise the personal estate. The will of Thomas N Todd deceased was admitted to probate and letters testamentary granted to William E Liden. Louis N Todd and James D Neal appointed to appraise the personal estate. John F Dawson executor of Thomas I Groce deceased returned an inventory which was approved. Order to sell granted. The bond of Percy C Emberry administrator of William H Emberry deceased and letters of administration granted by the Register of Wills were approved. Albert W Sisk and Walter M Wright appointed to appraise
The Queen Anne's Railroad will run an excursion from Lewes to Washington on Saturday October 17 1903. A special train leaves Lewes at 540 am connecting at Love Point with a special car. After a water ride of about ten hours the party will land at Chesapeake Beach and transfer by special train over the Chesapeake Busch Railway to the Capital arriving about 1 pm with five hours for sightseeing. Low rates promise the largest and most attractive affair of the season. last excursion of the year. For further information see hand bills or pool to George C Bosley, General Passenger Agent, Pier 10 Light Street Baltimore Md.
The piece explains that Indian Summer is not guaranteed by calendar or sun position. Weather forecasters will discuss hurricanes and crop outlooks but cannot predict the date of Indian Summer. Any warm spell between October and December is welcomed as Indian Summer, whether it arrives or not.
News reports confirm the resignation of William D. Uhler assistant general manager and the severance of General Charles Neilson vice president and general manager. William H. Bosley denies any offer or option to sell and rumors persist of a Gould system linkage potential.
Mrs. M. A. E. Bartlett living near Easton received a telegram Tuesday morning announcing the sudden death of Mr. George W. Mackey of Bangor Pa. He was visiting here weeks ago and was in perfect health. The couple planned to marry October 28 and the bride had prepared a grand trousseau. Mrs. Bartlett, surrounded by friends and laughter, was struck down by the news of Mackey's death.
Mr M B Slemmmer of this town received four boxes of second crop choice strawberries from his father in Goldsboro Caroline county this week. The paper asks if Queen Anne's can beat it, and notes Ringgold's fall product may equal it. Also reports abundant second crop whortleberries in the county.
The Baltimore Sun reports a Mount Carmel grove rally in Baltimore county drawing about 10 000 Democrats with 3 500 vehicles. Edwin Warfield led the event as gubernatorial candidate, gaining vast support while addressing white and black issues, with General Baughman and other Democratic speakers praising the party and lambasting Republicans.
The listing advertises patterns in wall paper at a price of 80 cents per piece, with window shades offered at 22 cents each. Sold by Thomas & Messer located at 1015 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore.
The Pennsylvania Railroad announces the last popular ten day excursion to Niagara Falls for the season. A special train leaves Philadelphia at 8 10 a m via Harrisburg and the Susquehanna valley. Excursion tickets are 10 from Philadelphia and Delaware Division points 11 25 from Atlantic City 9 60 from Lancaster with return on any regular train within ten days. Stopover allowed at Buffalo. Through trains with Pullman cars available, parlor car extra. Tourist agent and chaperon accompany. For details contact ticket agents or Geo W Boyd Broad Street Station Philadelphia.
Miss Ruth Baird Bryan, eldest daughter of Hon William J Bryan, and artist William Homer Leavitt wed at Fairview near Lincoln Nebraska. Bryan, 18, has literary works in Eastern magazines and two years at the University of Nebraska. Leavitt, 32, is a native of Massachusetts, spent years in Paris, then Newport, and painted Mr Bryan's portrait in Lincoln.
An advertisement touts Longman & Martinez Pure Paints claiming large free quantities for churches, warns against paying high linseed oil prices when mixing 8 gallons of paint with 6 of oil, and promises durable results for homes after 18 years. Agents listed include J H Nichols Denton R M Mesack Bethlehem T Harvey Burrsville and J Frank Lednum.
The Maryland agricultural and horticultural products exhibit at the St Louis Exposition is being pushed forward under William L. Amoss who guides the effort with expert Maryland agriculture knowledge. He receives strong support from public-spirited state residents as the commissioners focus on four main areas farming manufacturing geology and education to maximize results and avoid wasteful spending.
A reflective verse from Williston J F Gellerry contrasts doom and human frailty with a plea for inner guidance. The speaker laments a world on the brink of destruction and mocks scientific overreach while affirming faith in a higher order and the "still small voice" guiding through turmoil.
The Baltimore Sun notes the Howard county marriage of Lucile Warfield and Frederick Howard Fehl of Philadelphia. The bride, from the Warfield family with Virginia Henry lineage, counts Patrick Henry as a third great-grandfather and is descended from Dr. Charles Alexander Warfield of Peggy Stewart. The groom comes from a prominent Philadelphia Quaker family and is a direct descendant of John Alden.
The Cambridge Chronicle reports Sheriff Dukes appointed deputies for the election across eight districts with names William A Graham Samuel C Dill James T Sylvester Edward T Boyer Charles M Turner W J Price J Ed Morgan Henry M Cade and no appointment in district eight The article stresses voters want fiscally sound county administration and prefer Democrats for county offices.
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