Milford chronicle., 1916-03-03
FELTON,.

The members of the Junior Ordei
American Mechanics of FELTON, celebrated
their anniversary last Thursday evening
by holding a fine banquet and entertain.
ment at Grange Hall. Owing to the
stormy weather, however, many of the
membe.s and their families from the
country districts we're unable to bs
present Those who did attend report a
very enjoyale time. The speakers sched-
uled to appear we're unable to be present
because OF the inclement weather.
The revival services now IN progress
at the Methodist Episcopal Church con-
tinue to draw large numbers. and many
converts are being made. The church
has just secured its new song books, and
these are now being used by both the
choir and the congregation to good effect.
The Berge Sisters, we'll known evan
geists, who have been ia this section
before, arc expected to be at the church
tomorrow to continue for a short time.
These talented ladies always draw we'll.
I'm Old New England" the home
talent play which was to have been given
by the people of this town last Saturday
evening, was postponed because of the
illness OF Mrs. Stewart, who was to take
an important part in the play. Should
the weather be favorable. the play will
be given this Saturday evening. March
4th, starting promptly at 80 O'Clock.
An admission of Is and 20 cents will be
charged
While hauling wood on Monday, Ira
DelOng, son OF Mr.. and Mrs. Sidney
DelOng, living near FELTON,, met with an
accident which might have proven ser
ious. He was walking beside the wagon
when his coat caught on a wheel, throw
ing him between the wheels. The wagon
passed over him. but fortunately for him
he escaped with only slight injuries.
The Ground Hog did not see his shad-
ow. but that has not kept us from having
our weeks OF bad weather. February
has proven to be one OF the windiest
months experienced in this section in
some time The month came in windy,
and the wind blew most of this month.
Mr. Hog deceived himself this time.
Miss GlenHie Montague has returned
to Wilmington after a short stay with
her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas Mon-
tague.
Wilson Holden entertained a number
of his friends at delightful dance at
his home in Paradise, on Wednesday
evening last. All enjoyed a pleasant
evening
DR.. NJ. NJ. Stevenson, who has beeu
confined to his bed for some time, seems
to be about in the same condition.
John Wilson. of Philadelphia, is the
guest of his brother, William Wilson.
WashingIon's $ Birthday passed off quiet
ly in this town. the small children of the
town being the only ones to celebrate. |
They marched through the streets carry !
ing small flags.
Mrs. Harry Holden has returned TO |
RehOboth after spending few days as
the guest of Mr.. aud Mrs. William HOr- |
sey.
The sale of the personal property Of
the late Miss Etta Deeority took place |
on Saturday at the home of the deceased /
on West Main street The furniture and |
other household goods were sold at the
same time and place that the real estate
was disposed of. The house was pur-
chased by Arlie Hasting, and two tracts
Of land near FELTON, were purchased by
Calvin Hurd, a prosperous young far
ner living near town.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Hill gave a very
lice dance on Saturday evening. The
flair was enjoyed by all present.
Arthur Emory is in Philadelphia aud
,hester on visit.
Joseph Jones spent the weekend with
'elton friends.
Mrs. Grace Chapman and children, of
Few York, are the guests of MI. aud
drs. NJ NJ. Stevenson.