Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1888-01-28
FROM CAPE CHARLES.
What a Former Worcester Coun-
tian Thinks of il.

kept me from carrying out the idea until
the present. But now that have the time
nj my disposal am ut a loss to know just
what to say that will prove beneficial to
you and interesting To your many readers
! and our mutual friends. You are proba-
bly, aware OF the fact, if not many. Of your
readers are, that after having purchased a
lot in this town II was for long time be.
fore determined 10 improve II. and In
fact, after had commenced building
was undetermined about coming here to
reside. Finally, however, made up my
mind to pitch my tent in the town and be-
gan business IN mild way and after two
years experience can say that have
never Ind any cause to complain or regret
my settlement in this locality. and mnst
add that feel much interest in the growth
and prosperity Of our young and enter.
prising city.
Since the time Of its foundation by Hon.
W. l.. Scott. and its corporation, Cape
Charles has made rapid progress. Lots
have sold rapidly and am informed that
the number of sales during the past year
was larger than the two years previous
Large and elegant stores, nice, convenient
and comfortable dwellings have been con-
siructcd and all Of which are occupied and
there is demand for many more. The
hum and buzz Of the carpenters hammer
nal
10 another. and il Is thought the demand
for good mechanics will he greater this
spring than ever. while steamboat and
rail road accommodations will have
To- he increased Schools have not been
forgotten and we can already boast
of good Grammar School with the prob.
ability of Graded School in the near fu-
turc Our churches compare favorably
with those Of many towns much older and
larger than ours. The Baptist Church
which is now being erected will be a hand
some structure aud an ornament TO our
town. The population Of Cape Charles
has more than doubled during the past
two years and new settlers are making II
their home almost daily, and jus, here
would add that the most of our citizens
are industrious. energetic, pcaccablc men
and women; public spirited and alive, not
only TO their own interests but also To the
interest Of their fcllowmcn. and recognize
the fact tina, the prosperity of the one will
rctlown 10 the benefit of all. Our oyster
packing house is one of the enterprises
which we are particularly proud of and
glad 10 know is doing u thriving business
under lis able and cnicrprising manager,
/ Mr.. {. l.. Walhrilgc, and we must hearth.
Is commend Hon W. l.. Scott for the en-.
icrpriSc which gives employment To u
number of men and nj which the en-.
ployccS are now shucking, packing and
shipping 10 northern markets an average
of one hundred gallons of oyster per day.
| There are other enterprises 81 M less i'm.
pnrlancc To our iuwn hut | fear To give
them more than II passing notice would
make my communication too yoluminoas
and will pass them by.
The town of Cape Charles. n many Of
your readers are well aware. sprung up on
parcel Of barren land along side OF
pond Of siasnani water which has since
been Transformed into a beautiful harbor.
Good wharvcs have lccn built aud large
comfortable passenger ,lepn, and freight
ware house. the property of the y. V, T..
& y. Il. X. Co.. now adorn the heretofore
lands are all under the management of
Mr.. Walbri'igc and he has :nausura,cd II
system of lruckin. which reflects much
credit upon himself and the owner. and is
destined TO advance the reputation Of our
county and the popularity of our town
Hollywood Truck Farm rs il is com.
monty called, is The largest in the State of
Virginia. go acres al kalc Is now ready
and waiting market Over fifty acres Of
spinich presents II beautiful sight while all
kinds of trucks may he found in great
variety. \ large strawberry patch over.
Ing srycnty.;ivr acres will suon he in full
bloom. and over S0O.00O cabbage plants
are delightful sight Another matter la
which should call attention is the poli,i.
al status .: our town But in this iirrc.
ton can say hut little. not being u poli,i.
elan ~ yOu are aware. rs party, we
that. no cause mas better friends or better
workers than the Democratic party
in this county and IL carncsincss aud hard
work count for anything. the day is not
far distant when Democracy will reign
irinInplanlly.
In conclusion allow me through your
VALUABLE paper acknowledge the .many
favurS shown me during my residence in
Worcester and the encouragement which
has hcrn given me- by the people in this
community since located in their midst.
thanks moi nnly fnr personal iav"riiSm hy
the people Of this town hut Ia an hmm.
mcrIblc host of good friends throughout
Northampton county, who have given me
their patronage and have shown me much
kindness. The many virtues and great
hospitality of the residents Of the two
Eastern Shore counties Of Virginia are
too widely aud wellknown To need any
culogisiic comment from one like myself,
so will only add my testimonial To the
great number Of others, as To their liberal.
iiy and almost bonndless hospitality. |
thank them all most heartily for their
kindness towards myself and assure them
their patronage for my humble efforts is
greatfully appreciated, With my Ain,lest
regard to yourselves and my friends in
Worcester, am, Yours Truly,
l.. +. MuMrORD.
We are glad to note the fact that our
old friend, Mr. l. T.. Mumford. has been
so successful IN his new home. Mr.. Num-