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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1903
Page
3
News item lists upcoming public meetings in the county: Circuit Court sessions begin January 11 and October 27 for the court. Levy Court also meets October 27. School Board convenes October 20. Includes notes on parts of the county solicited under the head. Saturday morning publication date October 17, 1903.
A compilation of town items reports Dover plans a new opera house and mentions Ralph's Hotel in Easton opening next week. It covers local politics, trades, and notices from authorities, with updates on residences, employment, and community events across Denton and surrounding areas.
A wedding was held at the M E Church South in Goldsboro Wednesday at eight. Monroe L Saunders married Cora Porter with Viola Wood maid of honor and Rev Hammond officiating. Amid other notes, visitors and various marriages and engagements are listed from Denton and nearby towns with several locals and relatives mentioned.
Wet weather hurt tomato yields this season with total output varying by planting time. One farm reported 110 tons from eleven acres, and the local cannery is expected to pack the largest amount in its history as the season ends. Local residents and visitors are noted in brief society items.
In Denton, two well known local builders Henry B. Pilchard and W E Furness, who erected the Denton National Bank, have contracted with L E Mumford Banking Co to build a banking structure at Colonial Beach Virginia. They are completing the Savings Bank Building in Princess Anne and expect to begin at Colonial Beach in about two weeks. Their strong workload this year signals continued quality work and success.
Southern wheat quoted at 84 cents, Western steady at 84 84 cents. Southern corn at 64 cents, Western steady at 61 cents. This time last year wheat stood at 74 74 cents.
Miss Bertie Dill celebrates with friends in Henderson, while a tomato shipment to Baltimore Philadelphia and Wilmington is noted. The Ladies Aid plans a church dinner on election day. Various local visits and travels are listed alongside a public letter criticizing party bossism in Maryland.
Mr and Mrs Breeding and Mr and Mrs Kemp relocate to new homes while W J Price moves into the Kemp house and J M Wright buys Breeding residence. D Q O P Elliott’s previously built section gets repairs. Smallpox case reported near Woodland Del prompts canning house shutdown. Mrs Messenger returns home from Oak Grove. Mrs Booth dies in Seaford and is buried Bethel. Nobles child hurt by horse near Bethel. Pratt family moves to Main Street. Eddington injured at canning house. Mrs Prince improves after illness. Moharter buys Victor machine. Miss Bessie Noble contracts scarlet fever.
Lawrence Greenlee and John Stevenson left Monday for a business course at Goldey College in Wilmington. Greensboro residents visited relatives in Cordova Philadelphia Rising Sun Easton and Oxford. Current visitors included Mrs. L. O. Hicks Mrs. James T. Baughley Mrs. Carrie Moore and daughter Anna Mrs. Frank Smith Dr. Roberts and others.
The stable of the Marydel M E Church parsonage burned completely on Wednesday. Three children playing in the loft started the blaze, leaving the parsonage and church at risk but saved. Henry Cohes of Greensboro lost a $25 watch while fighting the fire. The Marydel Academy will stage "Dot, the Miner's Daughter" October 30 and 31 by the Marydel Dramatic Association. Bernard Hutchins and wife returned to Philadelphia after visiting relatives here. Mrs Wellington Heather and daughter Mrs C W Jacobs visiting relatives in Philadelphia. Ernest Porter of Ridgely visited a friend Tuesday.
Rev G P Shipman visited Philadelphia this week to attend the Missionary Convention of the New England and Middle Atlantic States. Mr George Rice and his Philadelphia family were guests of his parents Mr and Mrs John Rice of this place.
The article argues Negro political power will rise with Republican victories and criticizes white leaders for past chokes while noting the Negro’s increasing assertiveness. It claims the last Maryland Republican administration expanded liberty and license, and mentions Easton’s new depot nearing completion.
The county hosts its principal mass meeting at Masonic Hall on Wednesday October 28 starting at 1 PM. Governor candidate Edwin Warfield will speak first, with Comptroller candidate Dr. Gordon T Atkinson and Attorney General candidate William S Bryan among others. The event aims to be the largest in Caroline County with broad voter turnout and welcomes all parties. Additional meetings are planned in Greensboro on October 21, Henderson on October 24, Bridgetown on October 24, and Preston on October 31 with two o’clock or seven o’clock starts.
In Tuesday session of the Orphans Court, Percy C. Emberry presented the inventory of William H. Emberry’s estate. creditors notice ordered. E. Grace Madara filed a debt list and final accounts for Francena Stambaugh’s estate. passed. William H. Cheezum reported Richard R. Perry’s estate inventory. order to sell granted. Harvey Fleming guardian petition granted for life insurance policy assignment. James E. Collins and Harvey L. Cooper distributed Mary C. Collins estate. approved. William H. Garey executor of Matthew Garey distributed estate. approved. William H. Deweese received order to transfer five shares of Delaware R. R. Co. stock for Mary E. Neal estate.
A farmer near Reliance Dorchester and Delaware lines reports a living barn built with green willow posts that grew roots and lifted the structure. Over years the floor rose from ground level to nine feet, with a new two story frame added and siding. The owner envisions a three story barn as growth continues.
Wednesday evening the Society of Christian Endeavor at the Methodist Protestant Church chose officers led by President Rev. B. P. Truitt and Vice President M. Bates Stephens. Secretary is Miss Currie Towers, Corresponding Secretary Miss Jessie Crouse, and Treasurer Miss Madge Beauchamp with several committees named. The Junior Society will hold Maryland Day exercises tomorrow at 3 PM, with parents and friends invited.
The annual fall painting of the woods begins with trees turning wine red russet brown and gold. Asters edge the forest in purple as hillsides glow with autumn colors.
The Maryland political scene debates President Roosevelt's involvement in the state race. Republicans fear his national interference favors Democrats and questions of ballot reform histories are revisited, as Democrats rally for a statewide victory. The piece cites editorials from the Baltimore Sun and notable figures like Col. Charles Marshall discussing ballot reform and party legacies.
Col Marshall lauds good government while attacking Senator McComas and Republican tactics. Roosevelt interference cited as a rallying point. Warfield tours Western Maryland report growing Democratic strength. The piece urges broad Democratic turnout to maximize victory across Baltimore and counties.
Ten Thousand Churches in the United States have used Longman and Martinez Pure Paints. Every Church will be given a liberal quantity when they paint. The ad touts mixing 8 gallons of paint with 6 gallons of linseed oil and claims a durable finish for 18 years. Agents listed include J. H. Nichols Denton R. M. Messick Bethlehem T Harvey Burrsville and J Frank Lednum Preston.
Bishop Leighton Coleman of the Delaware Episcopal Diocese returned to Wilmington after a two week pedestrian tramp through Virginia and North Carolina. He traveled unseen by locals, slept in farmhouses and a barn, mingled with tavern crowds, and shared simple meals. He found the journey healthful and refreshing.
Two prosperous young German farmers in Dorchester County plan to return to Iowa for two years to seek wives after successful crops in Maryland. They praise Maryland but say immigration rules may force them to seek partners elsewhere, a move that could provoke pushback from local women.
Miss Wright, a young woman living with Mr. John Horsey near Andersontown, died suddenly last week after collapsing while milking cows. It is believed she suffocated face down in straw during an attack, a condition she had suffered for years with moments of rescue during others’ presence. She was buried in Easton beside relatives.
County Commissioners met Tuesday and approved reinforcing the Denton iron bridge draw with iron girders to support wooden joists. Commissioners Wright and Machinist Anklam traveled to Baltimore to buy material. They advised that no traction engines be run over the bridge until repairs are completed.
Speaker Hering cites 1867 debt of 7,614,413.43 with 20 cent tax, now about 2,600,000 and 17 cent tax. He praises Democratic administration for new state buildings, penitentiary, hospitals, armory, and a large surplus. notes assets including 1.5 million against Northern Central Railway and 5,500 B&O Washington stock, arguing net debt nearly erased.
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