The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1909-04-24

Marble Hill, 9Th District-The large acre
age Of young grass, the seed having been sowet
last August on the farm of Mr.. =. @. Merry
man, shows an excellent set and favorable To-
good crop this summer. This proves that
good set of grass can be obtained when otter
the seed that is sowed with grain does not TAXI
well, and as there is an uncertainty the cues
ton is often asked. When shall grass seed b
sowed? Usually clover seed is sowed In the
spring, but few farmers SOW in the early fall
Mr.. f. w. Wright. it seems, is believer IN
the use of lime, judging from the large piles
about his fields. While he will scatter 1t over
the plowed ground yet there are many who
prefer it on the sod. We appreciate the many
improvements already done by him and wish
Our Athletic Association is about completing
the ARRANGEMENTS for good season of sport.
1t is said there is a financial beginning that is
encouraging A larger bank account is de
sirable.
The electric lighting people have halted at
Cockeysville with the wires. but have contin-
ued with the cross bars on the poles. A num-
Der of houses and stores have been wired ready
for the current It may be the telegraph COM
pany anticipates change in the wires before
the electric light wire will be carried over the
railroad.
The farmers are getting ready for corn plant
ing. Garden corn has been planted. Peas. beets,
spinach and onions make good showing.
The improvement Association appreciates
greatly the desire and planning OF Mr.. Samuel
NJ. Shoemaker for the improvement of the
York turnpike BY State aid, running from
Towson to Marble Hill and thence to Partition.
We do hope the time is not distant when all
turnpikes will be free. The turnpike company
has improved the roadbed somewhat since the
agitation, but the condition north of us is rough
and far from perfect. 1t is hoped the county
will look well after the betterment Of the
by-roads
Sherwood, N. G. r. R. The regular meet
ing of the Epworth League of Hunts Nj. E.
Church was held on Friday night, April 10th.
The business session was shortened as the con-
gregation had planned reception to the pas
tor, Rev. Il. Wilson Burgan. The League
was closed by an address Of welcome on behalf
of the League by the president. Other ad-
dresses were made on behalf of the stewards,
the Sunday school. the Suburban Young Mems
Social Club, the Junior Leagues the Ladies
Aid and the Heartsease Societies. The Rock
land Junior League presented the pastor with
q fine box of candy The Ladies' Aid Society
presented very beautiful bouquet of flowers
and the ladies of the Heartsease Society pre-
sented ported pansy, the emblem of the soci-
ity. The chorus, Welcome Hymn" was rem
dered by the choir The pastor responded, ex-
pressing bis pleasure upon being returned for
another year. "Blest be the Tie" was then
sung and the congregation marching around
shook hands with the pastor. Refreshments
were then served. The affair was thoroughly
enjoyed by all.
The two Junior Leagues met at the usual
time on Saturday afternoon. Both are doing
well.
The regular services were held on Sunday.
At the evening service the Holy Spirit was
manifested by the conversion of one SOUL
Hunts had for years been an old appoint
ment and known as Hunts Circuit. About
two years ago the circuit was divided and
Hunts and the new church at Stevenson, in
the other end of the valley, was known as
Hunts appointment until about six months
ago a division was desired again in order to
put Hunts by itself, and now it looks forward
to far better results than ever owing to the fact
that the pastor is not drawn away by the duties
of an additional church or churches. G.
Monkton, N. @. r. R.-The first quarterly
meeting for this conference year will be held
at Monkton M. E. Church, on Friday, April
30th. The district superintendent. DR.. W. T..
Mcdowell, will preach in the morning and pre-
side at the quarterly conference in the after
noon. DR.. Mcdowell will also preach at 3 P.
NJ on Sunday, May I'd.
The point-to point race that was postponed
on account of the serious injury to Mr.. John
Rush Street,, will take place Saturday, April
oath, at 4.30 p M. The start and finish will be
on the farm of Mr.. J. Myers Pearce. Several
additions have been made to the entries hither-
to reported in THE UNION. Much interest is
manifested in the event and il the skies are
propitious large crowd will doubtless enjoy
the sport.
There is still much sickness in this commu-
nifty. Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. G. Shelley are better,
but still confined to their home. Mrs. Charles
NJ. Price, who has had such severe case Of
quinsy, is still confined to bed.
The Manor Hunt Club enjoyed lively chase
after Reynard on Saturday afternoon last.
They then called the dogs off and laid drag.
Then followed another delightful run.
Mr.. and Mrs. Wilbur T. Richardson, who
were quietly married on Thursday. April 18th,
at St. James rectory, have returned from their
bridal tour and are sailing on the sea of matri-
mony at their home at Manor and are receiv-
ing Fluctuations from their many friends on
their marriage.
Miss Nena Harcum and her aunt spent the
weekend with Mrs. John G. Patterson, at
Manor View Farm.
The entertainment that is to be given at st.
James Guild Hall on Tuesday, April 9th,
promises pleasant evening of amusement to
all who attend, as there are many good things
on the program. H.
Parkville, Hartford Road.--Mrs. Mary
Rodham, of Denmore Park, spent part of
this week here with her son, Mr.. +. G. Kill
chenstein.
Mr.. Harvey B. Burton, who lives near here,
was married on Thursday, 18th inst. to Miss
Sadie j. Traband, of Loeb Raven. The cere-
mony was performed by Rev. Thomas Gorsuch.
at his residence. The happy couple was sere-
naded on Friday night by number of their
young friends. They will reside at the home
Rev. Frederick Hahn. Zumpt made flying
trip to Washington on Tuesday.
A number OF people of this neighborhood are
sick at this time. Among them are Misses
Agnes Ostendorf, Miriam Hahn-Zumpt, Rhea
Bauer and Master William Frederick.
Mrs. Ralph Berrycoth, of Pimlico is visiting
her niece, Mrs. w. G. Gettier, of Arbutus
Heights
Mrs. Conrad Maule, of the Old Hartford road,
is recovering from two weeks illness.
A very valuable dog belonging to MIR: James
Ward disappeared from her home one day this
week. "Beile" is a thoroughbred collie and
her loss is much regretted by her owner.
Mr.. George Seidel is sick at this time.
Mrs. Emil Helm has as her guests Mr.. and
Mrs. Charles Runge, of Baltimore.
Mrs. John Hoerner, of Raspeburg, has re-
turned from a visit to Mrs. VIM. Hoerner, of
the Old Hartford road.
Master Alva Brooks, who has been quite ill,
is again able to be out. f.
Brooklandville, Sd District.-The Easter
tea held last Monday evening at the home of
Mr.. Harry D. Dawes, for the benefit of Sater's
Baptist Church, was in every way a success.
The weather was pleasant and a large crowd
was in attendance. The tables and house were
tastefully decorated with yellow and white and
Easter lilies. and the young ladies' in their
white dresses with yellow directoire sashes,
and the young men with their yellow ties,
added to the attractive scene. A bountiful
supper was served that was thoroughly enjoyed
by all present. The sum of $40 was realized,
which is an extraordinary result in this neigh
borhood for an entertainment of one evening.
Mrs. j. T. Kelley was at the head of the affair !;
Miss Sophia Frock had charge of the fancy
table; Miss Minnie Ebaugh, of Reisterstown,
and Miss Edna link had charge Of the cake and
confectionery table. and Miss Geneva Kelley,
of the ice cream tickets. Much interest was
manifested and all worked with will.
On Easter Sunday Sater's Church was re-
opened after having been closed for repairs.
The church has been thoroughly done up and
presents an attractive appearance. There were
special services by the Sunday school at the
regular hour, no A. NJ, and an excellent SER
mon at II A. NJ. by the pastor, Rev. Harry W.
Kemp. A large congregation was present to
enjoy the services. The church was decorated
with cut flowers and potted plants. X.
Pleasant Hill, 9Th District.-We had fine
rain on Tuesday and grain and grass are look
ing well. In fact don't remember ever before
seeing the wheat so far advanced as at present.
Mr.. John o. Amos, whose illness was men,
toned in last weeks letter, died on Thursday.
He was in his 18th year and there seemed to be