Port Tobacco times, and Charles County advertiser. (Port Tobacco, Md.) 1845-1898, 1875-09-10
A Sail Across the WicOuicO and n Visit
TO one of the Landmarks of st. Mary'S
County.


Correspondence of the Tlmes.l
Twas lovely bright morning of an August
day that partytof young folks wended their
way across the picturesque Wicomico and
gliding into the Potomac landed on the shores
of old st. Mary's and proceeded to visit ''Bush-
wood, - the ancestral residence of the Plowden
family. Although in dilapidated condition,
there still remains vision ofits past elegance,
and as the joyous party sraversed the spacious
hafssof this ancient mansion they fingered to
admire the architectural workmanship of its
walls, which, if they could but speak, would
tell of many happy hour passed under its
roof. From the observatory their eyes delight
ed in an extensive view of the noble Potomac
and the shores of Virginia, which with the as
sistance Of glass, brought them in-close prox-
unity with our sister State. Finding this point
rather warm, the rustic tourists retraced their
steps, and next proposed n visit to the church
of the Sacred Heart not far distant from the
dwelling. In this sanctuary of Holiness"
they were reminded to offer a prayer for the
departed ones who had donated this ancestral
landmark for the benefit of the Catholic con-
gregation of the neighborhood, After survey
of this old edifce and feeling somewhat fatigu-
ed from their jaunt, they thought to refresh
themselves with a lunch which had been dainti-
ly prepared by fair hands. So they fed to the
shade of rustic boxer where plentiful repast
was spread and of which they partook with
wholesome appetites. In the cool of the even
ing the party, two and two, were seen roaming
around the premises, culling mementoes in the
shape of flowers, &c, which, although may
fade, will serve as evergreens on the tablet of
memory, for the enjoyment of that occasion is
no doubt indelibly impressed on the minds of
each one, and in after years will be referred to
as one of those pleasures which will delight the
heart to speak.
En- route homeward they passed the domcile
of a bachelor friend, aud deemIng it no intru-
sion, determined 10 make raid on his quietude,
which they did and was most Hospitality re-
ceived by ''mine hoste, who very thoughtful
ly spread for them a table of delightful fruits
which they thankfully stored away in "dead
earnest" as the lateneSs of the hour again
sharpened their appetites. Imagine their sur
prise when their attention was called TO piano,
which is quite curiosity in a bachelor estah-
lishment, but, in accordance, the surround
ings had an air of ease and luxury which these
fororn beings don't generally enjoy. At any
rate one of the fair ones gave them a waltz
from the ''Blue Danube, which inspired
turn in the Boston" AS the dark shades of
night were fast creeping upon the brightness of
the eve they were warned to turn their steps
homeward where anxious hearts were awaiting
their return, for cloud in the distance caused
them to fear that danger was lurking near, but
the screw arrived safe and sound on the
shores of Rock Hall, where u cordial welcome
greeted them and where they passed delight
full eve pleasantly entertained by the host and
hostess of this old established family.
Here am reminded that some compliments
are certainly due the gallant escorts who ae
companed the ladies and who did every thing
in their power for the promotion of a bright
and happy day. First comes Mr.. c. c. L., who
rap1erad himself efficient
plans for the excursion, sc. His courteous
considerations were highly appreciated by the
ladies with whom he seems a fayorite. Messrs.
S. J and NJ. also shared their eIcomiums rs
their brave hearts never once faltered in the
performance of their task TO amuse and enter
tain, as each seemed bent upon making this
occasion an eventful one
The ladies who participated in the pleasures
of the sail were the Misses LIS, of Rock Hall,
and their guest. Miss Duh, of Washington,
also the Misses SIS, of Charleston, and their
friends, the Misses is of Port Tobacco, each
of whom lent peculiar charm 10 this memoir
able scene. That night at late hour the
party separated, and bidding adieu to kind
friends, Mr.. S. and guests sailed back to
Charleston from whence they started in the
morning. This pretty rural looking residence
claims little of my attention, for TO be per-
sonal, I've spent there many Il pleasant hour
with the hostess, who extends cordial hospi-
tality to all alike. On the messy banks of its
placid waters I've viewed in silent admiration
the many charms nature has bestowed upon its
surroundings. The neighborhood of Cobb
Neck can certainly boast of lovely scenery
Although in a remote section of our county il
is frequented BY visitors from distance who
always leave there most favorably impressed.
hope my descriptive letter has not proved
Il prosy one and that my steel has done jus
tice to the excursion scene, which only heard
described by one of the party, and which
entered into with as much interest as if had
been participation. G.
Port Tobacco, Sept. 2, 1875.