Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1910-01-15

garet Spence Purnell was received here
by her many warm friends with feelings
Of deepest sorrow and regret. Her
whole life was one Of unselfsh devotion
to duty. A missionary in her girlhood,
a teacher whose example and influence
on the minds and characters Of those
under her charge was Of unbelievable
value, devoted wife, business woman
of splendid ability, loyal friend, con-
secrated churchwoman. In every re-
lation of life she measured up to the
highest standard. The influence Of such
a life is an ever widening circle, that
reaches at last the shores Of eternity.
Next Tuesday. the 18th, there will be
a temperance mass meeting in Berlin,
with live discussion of the questions
agitating our people. and speeches by
able men both afternoon and evening.
Hon. Robley ID. Jones will give us an
address on The Worcester County Law,
its Effects and Defects" from his out
look at both ends Of the law, and no
man is better qualified to teach, guide
and warn US on this subject. Mr..
Leonard Wales, of Salisbury, will speak
on Law Enforcement. The temper
ance cause here owes a debt Of graft
tude to Mr.. Wales, whose effective work
during the campaign can hardly be es-
timated, and will always be held in
memory by the many who appreciated
and understood it. Every district in the
county has accepted the invitation, and
will send delegates to the conference.
A large, earnest and enthusiastic turn
out is expected. We believe no one can
be Indifferent at this crisis in temper
ance work. A Law Enforcement League
will be organized. 10 give all necessary
aid to the officers. Our new sheriff is
measuring up to the expectations Of
those who elected him, and expresses
himself in no uncertain terms Of his
hopes and intentions in regard to our
law.
Mr.. James Dirickson is at home for
short visit. He is in drug store in
Baltimore. Jim is general favorite in
Berlin.
Miss Anna Purnell left Tuesday for
Washington, after a delightful visit
home.
The Presbyterian season of prayer
and special services is still being held.
A solemn spirit pervades the minds and
hearts of the congregation, and we trust
the meetings may be greatly blest to
all.
Mrs. John Shovel is visiting DR..
Dennis, of New York City. Mr. John
Shovel is in Berlin frequently, coming
over from Salisbury to attend to his
farming and Ocean City interests.
The w. C. T. U. met Wednesday
evening at the home of Mrs. Theodore
Wimbrough.
Miss Angie Hudson continues quite
sick at the home of Mr.. Elijah Carey.
She had diptheria and later relapse,
but is now out of danger.
Rev. S. A. Potter attended convo-
cation in Salisbury this week, and took
an active part in its services and de-
alterations.
Mrs. and Miss Eldridge left last week
after pleasant visit to Mrs J. S. Pur-
nell.
Mr.. Fred Rulings has sold the lot on
Broad Street adjoining his home, on
which a handsome residence will be
built in the near future.
Mrs. Russell is visiting Mrs. l.. L.
Erickson. She may always be sure Of
a warm welcome from many appreciative
friends.
Miss Cecil Archer Burton is spending
month with her family to rest from
her strenuous life on the stage. From
early childhood she displayed decided
histrionic talent, and has lately filled an
engagement in New York Theatre.
Mr.. Harry Gunby left this week to
Join Messrs. Dale Shovel and Zed.
Henry. in Florida, where they will as
sist in handling the orange crop.
The funeral of Mr.. William Collins
took place on Monday from his late
home. He was victim Of the dread
disease, consumption, and suffered un-
told agony before death came as a
blessed release. He leaves a wife, for
merly Miss Lucy Smith, and young
son, Milton. to mourn his early death.
Misses Jennie Collins and Maude Dir
ickson will remove TO Philadelphia. We
regret the loss of these valued members
of our social circle.
Mr.. John Smith and two sisters will
make their home now with Mrs. viii
Collins.
Mr.. and Mrs. Henry J. Anderson are
both in the city on the distressing errand