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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1904
Page
3
The Oct meeting of the Levy Court is set to determine school board actions and related district controls. Officials from the circuit count will convene to review October developments and levy decisions affecting school operations and governance.
Mrs Ethel Moore hosted a linen shower at her home last Saturday for Miss Anna Beauchamp. Guests included Estelle and Cora Stack of Philadelphia Elva Reese of Tarrington and Mstelle Crew of Centreville. Many pretty gifts were received and refreshments served.
In memory of William R. Dean who died in the hospital on September Sth 1904 after nearly two years of suffering He endured all with submission and faith He submitted to an heroic operation yet relief was not obtained He spoke of the life beyond and expressed homage for the merciful provision We mourn his affliction but glory in his reward A FRIEND.
N M Shockley paused in town en route from Germany to visit sister Mrs Philena Jones on Friday. He plans to reach Pablo Beach Florida soon where he resides. Dover saw Mamie Elphonsie Goodwin Rebecca Pippin and Willie Goodwin visiting on Friday. The Kenton family of Ingleside stayed with Mr and Mrs F B Sweeney on Sunday. W G Carrow of Wilmington visited his parents Mr and Mrs Geo Carrow this week. Margaret Palmer of Templeville attended by the Sparks sisters earlier in the week. Ernest Johns of Church Trl visited A B Gooden and family Sunday. Cookman James Wright Canning Co bookkeeper left for Townsend Monday. Mamie Elphonsie Goodwin spent Sunday with relatives near Church Hill. Chas Rash of Wilmington visited relatives near town on Saturday and Sunday. Walter C Gough Dover Station night operator visited his mother Tuesday. James Glinss of Greenwood visited town Saturday and Sunday.
The Epworth League social hosted by Misses Eva and Ethel Davis drew a full attendance with a guessing contest and refreshments. Local industry news notes Federal Can Company shutdown after a busy season, with a 30,000 cans per day capacity. The community heads to church services with Rev Wright, Prof Sparklin, and Rev Wheeler taking duties. several residents and visitors are listed with travels to Baltimore, World’s Fair entries, and regional church activities. A road project plan outlines accounting for funds and repairs, while others visit relatives and attend local events.
The Queen Anne's Railroad has been sold to joint purchasers Scott & Co of Wilmington and Nicholas P. Bond of Baltimore. They will unite the Weems Line, Chester River Company, and Queen Anne's into the Maryland Delaware and Virginia Railway Company under Pennsylvanian Railroad control. Bondholders to take a large share in preferred stock, with a bond issue near 2 million dollars. The deal aims to harmonize time, freight schedules, and tariffs, with Love Point likely becoming a Baltimore terminus.
In the Orphans Court on Tuesday the sale report of William Morgan deceased by trustee Tred R Owens was ratified. Printer's certificate filed. The William Pennington will was presented for probate appointing William F Pennington and Eugene M Bonwell as executors. Noble and Dean trustees for Willis A Liden sale presented report of sales with printer's certificate and order of ratification granted. Annie L Wilkinson administratrix of J Marion Wilkinson presented final receipt and release from William C Wilkinson and it was approved.
Sporting Notes states that in quail hunting the cock bird commonly flushes first and is more often killed than the hen. An examined bag often confirms this, and the piece recounts a farm where an unmolested covey fails to increase, while thinning birds seems to improve results. It notes that total gun pressure and quiet farming affect quail numbers.
Sar-Fine perfection brand hog killing and table use priced at 60 cents per sack at Nevious and Frampton's Easton Maryland. Mill feed and bran available in large quantities at Downes Mill Tuckahoe Neck with ongoing sales and steady supply on hand.
In a reply to newspaper criticism Brown argues Americans must choose whether the United States remains a white man’s government or becomes a mixed one. He cites Roosevelt’s stance and New York Chapter 492 of 1900 as proof of official equality. He urges Maryland voters to take a clear position on ending the color line in state life and public spaces.
In memory of Mrs. Addie May Whiteley Dowell wife of Arthur Edward Dowell who died July 1904 at home 1800 15th Street NW Washington DC She left an infant daughter and was mourned by a devoted husband mother sisters and brothers The obituary speaks of her blessed life faith and the Christian hope awaiting reunion in heaven signed MELS
A memorial column recalls Martin J. Cohee who died October 2 1904 aged 42 8 7 with a sister Nellie a wife and son. Charles Ernest Emory dies September 22 1904 remembered by Aunt Mattie. Wesley Carroll died June 24 1904 remembered by a friend. infant Raymond McCoy Fearings died October 7 1904 aged 12 months and one week with hope of heaven.
The Caroline County Circuit Court closed its October term as Judge Martin left for Baltimore. Judge Brown prepared a Queen Anne's jury. State v Howard Jones for non support faced legal objections to pre June 1 testimony under the 1904 act, then a juror was withdrawn and the case halted. Four indictments were present. Jones discharged with warning. Other actions include Brinkley convicted of assault with intent to kill, Bright convicted of assault, and Weiner's case continued. Naturalizations granted to James Good and John Schmick.
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