Evening journal., 1899-08-19
M1LTON's MANY ENTERPRISES


many embryotic enterprises in Milton.
Some time ago the steamboat fever was
epidemic, but this has apparently died
away; a trolley line is talked Of by a
few enthusiasts; telephone communi-
cation with the neighboring towns is
on the bills; water works are agitat-
ing the minds Of spectators; an ice
plant is a thing of necessity, and the
electric light must come. The ice plant
will probably materialize without the
work of capitalists about next Decem-
Der or January; perhaps a little sooner
or later.
A representative Of an electric light
company has had a conference with
the Milton town board on the subject
of locating a plant in this town I'll
is understood that if the water Of
Lake Fanganzyki can be obtained with
which to furnish the power it will bel
done. There would be no trouble about
this, as the mill has been abandoned
for some time, and the water is serv-
ing no mechanical purpose. In reality,
1t is an expense to the owners, as the
water is kept damned up, necessitating
the attention of someone at the waste
gates to keep It at proper level.
The campmeeting at Zoar has been
largely attended Milton was well rep
resented. This old camp ground is his
toric. It's patrons always look forward
to it as a season OF spiritual benefit. It
appears to have an air Of religious
sanctity surrounding it, and, unlike
other campmetings, the major part Of
the people attend for spiritual rather
than for social enjoyment. The pastors
Of the Eastern Shore are becoming
alarmed at the bad effects of camp
meetings in their jurisdiction. Among
the evils is keeping the churches closed
for weeks, and naturally a spiritual de-
cline follows. They claim that the
meetings are opportunities for politi-
clans and candidates to get in their
work, and that the political signif-
canoe of these outdoor gatherings is
great With the young people they are
suggestive of watermelons, sweet
hearts, moonlight promenades and a
general good time.
Rev w. j. DuHadway preached at
Zoar camp on Sunday afternoon, and
there was no preaching service at the
NJ. E. Church in Milton on Sunday
evening on account of the absence OF
the pastor
Saturday evening there will be a Lawn
fete held on the green surrounding the
M. Z. Church. It will be under the au,
Ispices Of that denomination. and the
proceeds will be used to liquidate thu
small debt yet remaining, incurred il
repairing the church.
David Reynolds, who has been suf
lfering with dementia for many months
died at Farnhurst on Thursday. Hi
remains were brought to Milton OIL
Friday and Inferred at Slaughter
Neck n. E. Church on the afternoon o
the same day.
The 9-months-old child Of Mr.. an'
Mrs. Frank Marvel, died in this tow
on Wednesday. The funeral services
were conducted by Rev. ]. H. Wilson
at st. Johns Church on Thursday, ant
lnterment made in that cemetery.
While working on the annex to tn
shirt factory on Thursday Frank Wall
mashed one Of the fingers Of his aei
hand.
Mrs. Edward Walls is quite sick
p Mrs. S. J. Wilson is convalescing.
Tomatoes have been selling in tow
p and at the depot for eight cents
basket. Mr.. DIETRICH started his fac
tory on Saturday afternoon with a FEY
hundred baskets. Ex-sheriff Robinson
Of Georgetown, viii start the factor
a in North Milton this week Tomatoe
are now being received, and ten cent
q per basket is paid for them.
Julius Primrose and wife, who haV
been visiting their parents, have r'
turned to their homes
+ John J. Morris. Of North Milton
= quite in with gastric fever.
John Lofand and wife are visiting
Wilmington.
Henry Carey Is spending few DAY
with his family.
Hol Belts has returned to the city
The shirt factory is closed for 'tA
i- week. on account of carpenters worl
n ing on the building.
Schooner J. A. Lingo, Captain Chsal
x dler, has cleared with lumber 4
Maurice river, and schooner Lydia p I
r. Mary, for Philadelphia.
y The infant granddaughter OF Thouu
It Steel died at his residence near itl
y Drawbridge, aged IS months. The I
neral services were held on Sunday
n weigand's Chapel by Rev. G. B. DC