Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1911-03-04

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Ash Wednesday. the beginning Of the
solemn season Of Lent. was observed by
the Episcopal Church with a Celebra-
ton of the Holy Communion and an adj
dress by the Rector.
The funeral of Mrs. James Mumford,
late of Ocean City. was largely attended
last Sunday. The interment was in
Buckingham Cemetery. Mrs. Mumford's
death was great shock to the many
who loved and respected her. She died
after few days illness from pneumonia.
Squire Mumford, his daughter, Mrs.
Jester. and grandson. are all still very
i'll. and general sympathy is expressed
for the bereaved family.
Mrs. Dan Trimper. Jr, is quite i'll at
her home in Ocean City. DR.. Dick was
called, and it is hoped that both the
young mother and baby will come safely
through the desperate illness.
The Teachers Institute was pleasant
and important gathering last Saturday
Interesting discussion and fine papers
were offered
Mrs. Joe Gibson gave an afternoon
tea and bridge party, which was greatly
enjoyed by the participants.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Bethards cele-
brated their wedding anniversary last
week. Mr.. and Mrs. Joe Bethards will
pass their Goth one next month.
Mrs. Mary Louise Jingle has passed
her seth milestone, and has received the
congratulations of many friends.
Rev. DR.. l.. l.. Bowen visited Berlin
this week, on his way to his present
home, Pocomoke, from a stay in Mil
ford, Del, his first charge. He was the
guest Of Mr.. Calvin Taylor, and always
meets with a cordial welcome here. Miss
Lillian Bowen also spent the week here
with relatives.
DIR. Bowen has been quite sick for
some days, but is gradually improving
Mr.. Washington Dennis gave his
friends anxiety at a sudden nervous
breakdown, but he is now out again, we
hope to stay.
Mrs. S. C. Jones is in Baltimore on a
visit.
Miss Townsend, of Salisbury, has joined
the Harrison Office force.
Rev. w. H. Bancroft was welcomed
back on Sunday to his accustomed place.
The NJ. E Church officials have decided
to re-annex Synepuxent Chapel to their
Church here. This will doubtless be
appreciated by our country friends.
Mrs Annie Connoway is visiting her
son, DIR. Harry, at Hebron.
The canning factories are offering SO
a ton to prospective tomato growers, an
unusually high price, and surely worth
while to consider.
Miss Mary Wise was called home by
the sickness Of her brother and sisters,
who are now better.
Mrs. Alice Powell Trinkins, of Phila-
delphia, is visiting her mother.
Miss Margaret Harmonson is at home
again, and looking well Notwithstanding
her hospital ordeal.
A Home and School League has been
organized by the progressive Principal
of Pocomoke High School, to secure CO.
operation and a better understanding
between teacher and parent. This will
work out for the good of all concerned,
we believe.
The "Trip to the Holy Land" now
under way in the NJ. Z. Sunday School,
is arousing great interest and enthusiasm,
and will prove educative and awakening
in several ways.
Miss Margaret Shovel has returned
from delightful visit to Millsboro, Del.
Robert j. Shovel, Jr, is taking a
course at New York Nautical College
He has already gained the practical part
of seamanship and is greatly delighted
with his present course Of study.
Several lots have been sold lately on
Burley Avenue, on which houses will be
started at once.
Miss Fannie Scott, Principal of the
school at Ocean City, probably prevented
a general conhagration last week, by
her prompt action in dispatching her
pupils for help and ringing the school
bell, at the first sign of smoke in
nearby house.
The Berlin Hardware Company are
holding a carnival this week which is
attracting many visitors.
The strawberry conference was well
attended, about $50 growers being pres
ent. Hon. Orlando Harrison. the largest
grower. was in the chair. Mr.. Fooks.