Democratic Rallys and Local Election News
The Denton area notes a Democratic rally next Wednesday with calls for broad voter turnout and a forecast of victory in 1904. Local items include land sales, farm prospects, sheriff actions, a ballot facsimile, and warnings about disruptive youths. Premier candidates from both parties visit. a shirt factory may open. weather and market prices are listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Deweese
Lincoln
Del
Kent
M. E. Church
Willow Grove
Somerset County
Denton
Second Street
Western
Southern
William E. Brown
Brown
Lewes
John Wilson
Chester
Dukes
J. F.& R. I. Ledman
Bethlehem
Harris
Joseph A. Wickes
Judge Wickes
Caroline
Williams
McComas
Anniversary Notes From Hillsboro Church News
The Hillsboro and Preston areas feature church anniversaries and dedications with new pastors and re openings. Highlights include Fairview M E Church led by Rev C W Smith honoring First Corinthians 15 22 and a public collection exceeding 200 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Binghampton
N. Y
Heening
Fairview M. E
C. W. Smith
Mr. Smith
Barratt
Central
Lower
Delaware
Samuel MacBurney
Philadelphia
St. Paul’s Church
Hillsboro
St. John’s
SS. Simon and Jude’s
M. E
Preston
C. T. Wyatt
D. D
Middletown
Del
C.S. Baker
Dover
Thawley
Tuckahoe Neck
F. T. Tage
Baltimore
John H. Vangesel
Christ Church
Thawley’s M. P
Ladies of Christ Church
Death Hall and Local Deaths in Dorchester County
The Death Hall reports George C. Bell of Brookview aged 66 died after a short illness, likely bladder related, leaving widow Elizabeth Ann and sons Edwin C. and George C. Bell. Also fatal accident: James Sanders fell from a loaded wagon near Goldsboro, dying after injuries. Mrs. George Morris of Greensboro died after a protracted illness, survived by two daughters and a son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George C. Bell
Dorchester County
Brookview
Bell & Brothers
American Mechanics
Elizabeth Ann Bell
Edwin C
James Sanders
Goldsboro
Toldsboro
M. E. Church South
W. B. King
George Morris
Greenstoro F
Wm. T. Wooters
Thomas Mitchell
Ridgely
David Morris
Pretty Burrsville wedding of Roger Adams and Mrs. Georgeanna Baker
A wedding was solemnized at Burrsville M. E. parsonage on Wednesday evening October 14 between Roger Adams and Mrs. Georgeanna Baker, both of Hickman. Rev. Harry Taylor conducted the ceremony. Rev. B. S. Highley, ill, plans a Baltimore visit for specialist care then time in Virginia. Mrs. Charles H. Whitby and daughter Iva returned from Baltimore. J. Boon Dukes visited Western Shore friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burrsville
M. E. Parsonage
Roger Adams
Georgeanna Baker
Hickman
Harry Taylor
Highley
Trappe
Baltimore
Virginia
Charles H. Whitby
Miss Iva
J. Boon Dukes
Western Shore
Collins' Smyrnon horse sale draws local interest attendants
Several horsemen attended Collins' large sale in Smyrnon on Saturday, with reports of fine stock. Rev. W B King returned home after two weeks with family in Virginia. Mr Jack Due, recently ill, shows signs of improvement. Our cannery closed Saturday after a successful season, with pack around 350 000 cans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collins
Smyrnon
W. B. King
Virginia
Jack Due
Henlerton Social Notes and Illnesses
Miss Katie Wilson lies sick with typhoid fever contracted while nursing her sister at Ingleside. Ida Pritchett also ill. Hog cholera continues, with Mr. Wood Stokely losing stock and others affected. Local visits include J A Comegys from Cordova, Robi. Dill improving in his town house prep for New Year. Various residents and visitors noted across town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katie Wilson
Ingleside
Ida Pritchett
Wood Stokely
J. A. Comegys
Cordova
John Comegys
Robi. Dill
New Year's
Dr. Gooden
Lydia Hughes
Hollandeville
Mat. Pippin
Baltimore
Wm. Williams
Kenton
Jake Rice
Wilmington
George Carrow
Frank Gough
Bella Pritchett
Dover
Lousin Moore
Wyoming
P. A. Marvel
Willow Grove
Will Carrow
Wm, Jacobs
Aberdeen
Local Society Notes From Templeville and Nearby Towns
Templeville and nearby communities report visits and travels. Mrs Kersey returned to Wilmington after time with daughter Mrs Faulkner. Attornies Elwin and Madison Brown visited Mr and Mrs Harry Dailey. Norman Raleigh resigned from Evans cash store to seek travel saleswork. Bowen family and daughter Viola spent time with Finley Davis near Millington. Nellie Pippin and John Waller of Dover were guests of T S Pippin. L Belle Bowen visited Marydel with Pauline Evans. The local hotel was sold, buyer E Faulkner. Mrs Harry Davis and Myrtle visiting her parents. Rain delayed farm work. Coburn Clark visited his parents. Assistant examiner visited school. John Temple visited father J T Temple. Belle and Lola Bowen spent day in Dover. Mrs H Rash visiting son E Faulkner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kersey
S. C. Faulkner
Wilmington
Messrs
E.lwin and
Madison Brown
Centreville
Harry Dailey
Norman Raleigh
Evan
W. N. Bowen
Viola
Finley Davis
Millington
Nellie Pippin
John Waller
Dover
T. S. Pippin
L. Belle Bowen
Pauline Evans
Marydel
E. Faulkner
Harry Davis
Myrtle
Coburn Clark
P. W. Clark
John Temple
J. T. Temple
Belle
Lola Bowen
Warfield speech marks gains in campaign
From the Baltimore Herald Warfield outlines a better election law and endorses amendments and a corrupt practices act. The Republican piece commends his speechmaking and urges further elaboration as the campaign continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore Herald
Centreville
Warfield
Halloween Tricks For Parties In A Busy Attic
The article lists old time Halloween amusements and tips for a spooky party. It describes decorations with skulls lit from within and an attic setting adorned with corn, nuts, leaves, and an open fire. Tests include roasting nuts for fate, bobbing for apples, walnut-taper boats, and apple paring over the shoulder to glimpse future spouses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hallowe’en
Local farm reports and family health notes in district
John L Faulkner harvested 10 tons of tomatoes from 2 acres selling for 270 dollars. Elva E Poore, student at Marydel, visited her parents over the weekend. James Scotten recovering at home. W G Smith visited Camden relatives. Local youths attended the Marydel show. Lee Poore convalescing and able to be out. John W Faulkner ill but improving. Marriage at Goldsboro drew many young folks. Amos Johnson and Ralph Poore listed as sick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Faulkner
Elva E. Poore
Marydel
James Scotten
W.G. Smith
Camden
Lee Poore
John W. Faulkner
Goldsboro
Amos Johnson
Ralph Poore
Fair Play and Bossism in Maryland Politics
A Letter to the Journal criticizes Fair Play for attacking Democratic bosses while defending Republican tactics. The writer argues Warfield’s nomination was self-made and that McComas dominates Republican bossism, urging calmer critique and less misdirected screed.
Death of Wilbur Lee Aged 9 Months 1903
In Memoriam for Wilbur Lee son of Bessie and the late Raymond Christopher who died at his grandparents T E Christopher residence on Sunday October 4 1903 aged 9 months 2 days The verse expresses sorrow and farewell with lines about heaven and a tomb ceremony reflected in a mother’s blessing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilbur Lee
Bessie
Raymond Christopher
T. E. Christopher
Wilbur
Jesus
Denton merchants told to stop selling tobacco to minors
Willard H. Thawley warns Denton tobacco vendors not to sell cigarettes or cigars to boys on weekdays or Sundays. He promises legal action if more evidence is gathered, urging sellers to quit to avoid prosecution for underage sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denton
Willard H. Thawley
Election Day balloting instructions for Democrats voters
The notice directs Democrats to vote on Election Day Tuesday November 3, with polls open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. It warns to mark every candidate with a cross inside the square, avoid other marks, and follow proper handling of ballots. It details replacing spoiled ballots, voting within the number of candidates, and folding procedures for deposit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Delegates
Williams accuses Maryland GOP of oligarchy in governor race
The Maryland Republican quotes Mr Stevenson A Williams claiming the Democratic party is an oligarchy. It argues Louis E McComas controls the Maryland GOP, backed by federal patronage and party machinery, and questions Williams own links to McComas as his nominator. It concludes Maryland voters will prefer the Democratic view to McComas and Williams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Warfield
Maryland
Legion
Somerset County
South
Hooper
Lowndey
Massachusetts
Baltimore Weis
Williams
Smith
Baltimore Sun
McComas
Stevenson A. Williams
Louis E. McComas
United States
Mr. Williams
Barrow Christmas Eve buggy giveaway
J H Barrow of Preston Maryland announces a drawing on Christmas Eve 1903 for a sixty dollar buggy. For each dollar of goods bought, cash or note, a ticket is issued giving the holder a chance to win the buggy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.H. Barrow
Preston
Warfield Pushes Voting Reforms and School Support
Hon Edwin Warfield in Centreville attacks current election laws and corrupt practices while urging fair primaries and accurate balloting. He opposes voter absence declarations that deter colonization of negroes, calls for honest voting and a corrupt practices act, and advocates strong school funding and nine month terms. He emphasizes minority representation on school boards and appointing qualified teachers with minimum salaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Centreville
Warfield
Orphans’ Court
Democratic Party
Civil Service
Baltimore City
Legi
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Laundar
Crovit
Levy Court
James H. Swann
Heller Farm
Thomas L. Day
Jarrell Farm
Willard Mitchell
R. E. Smith
Frm
Smith Bros
New Methodist Church
Ladies’ Aid
Methodist Episcopal Church
Simon's Hall
Owen Knotts
Louis Knotts
Mabel Wright
George White
Dale Coulbourn
Seaford
Mattie Day
Galdsboro
Henlerton
Templeville
Edinburgh
M’comas
ESS
Fair Play
Roosevelt
San Juan
Philippine Islands
Farrer Puay
Rhoda Messick
George Messick
Smithville
S. C. Cubbdge
Edwin Warfield
Baltimore and Eastern Shore Transportation Company
Ambridge
Kingston
Gilpin's Point
Tinuman
Berrae
Williston
Lyford
Passapne
S. B. Downes
Ayer
Buckingham
Iglet
R. P Hall &Co
Nashua, WH
Pneer
Agere
Drrton Tededee
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