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Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
MILFORD GRANGE

Three excellent papers were read
last Saturday afternoon and Mrs. Col
ellis original poem on "The Worst
Bargain l Ever Made" was very much
enjoyed. Next Saturday a question
of much interest to farmers at this
time will be discussed, namely, "All
things considered, can we afford to
grow tomatoes this season or not?" It
will be a general discussion, so come
and tell us your opinion on the sub
ject, and hear what the other fellow
says about it, Mrs. Hester Bunstein
will give a recitation. On Wednesday
evening, March 18th, there will be a
st. Patrick social at the Grange hall
Come and bring the family. The pro-
gram, which is in charge of the
young people will consist of appro-
pirate musical and literary selections,
and a laughable sketch. Each lady is
requested to bring box with lunch
for two, and coffe will be served by
the committee.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
GmnNrVAInnN PTATCs
- - - a 80 -
TO BE REPEATED

Due to the large crowd who held
tickets for the above performance held
in the Grange Hall on Wednesday
evening, it was impossible to accom-
modate the crowd. Owing to this
fact, the performers have consented
to repeat the play on Saturday even
ing in the Grange Hall and will have
several new specialities Of interest to
present to their audience. All those
who witnessed this little play will tell
you that it was great success and
you will miss a good evenings en-
tertainment if you do not go to see
Mrs. Colell who was a real Irish hit
and the other actors and actresses in
Honeymoon Flats" on Saturday eve
ming
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
HAS WOOD TO BURN

The following friends of William H.
French, an aged farmer of Thomp-
sonville, met together in his woods
on Wednesday afternoon of last
week, and cut and sawed fully
enough wood to last him . year. This
was greatly appreciated by him.
Those present were VIM. Donovan,
Henry Tribbett, VIM. Ricketts,, VIM.
Allen, VIM. Stokes, Jr., B. Frank Alb
bott, Frank Rothermal, Paris Kirby,
Fred Stanke, Albert Evans, w. e..
Mills, H. A. S. Thompson, George W.
Macklin, Charles Bennett, John Jes-
ter, Gilbert Watkins, William Walls,
William H. Bennett, and Raymond
Bennett.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
HOME ECONOMICS EDUCATION

The young ladies in the Home
Economics department of the Milton
high school entertained the Parent
Teachers Association last Friday
night, by serving sandwiches and CO.
Goa. Not only were the refreshments
delicious but we'll served and con-
siderable commendation was express
ed by the parents upon the appear
ance of the girls Zach girl was at
tired in a spotless cookery uniform
which consists. Of an all over apron,
cap, hand towel, and hot pan holder.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
SPECIAL SESSION OF LEGISLATURE
CALLED, TO CONVENE MARCH z
Governor Townsend Issued Call for Special Session of Law
makers. Would Divert Money From General Fund to
School Fund to Relieve Tax Real Estate.
RATTFY WOMAN SUFFRAGE; MONEY FOR SCHOOLS
Special Election Called Fill Vacancy the Senate Causec
by the Death of Senator George W. Webster of New
Castle County; Bridge Legislation Asked.

m last S % ssas mHss Sa Mall for e. special session OF
TIE special forth in the call are
TO opportunity for Delaware to line up for suffrage & action
request Of the Building Commission Of WashingOn Street
% @ %. 4a %s. es he i a S @
1sG s b naRe aR mas % o TRANSFERRING @ G m0n @ om the fund
to the $ sahOO ufd @ GIs So % r % % e soe the State
before and able give relief where relief most needed
will relieve the situation which represents @ probably SO per n
session the General Assembly
money rather than by getting
clearly up to the Cen
mg pussyOtng will stand
careful all phases 6, the the tu
bring believes will the bemen
also ss5 @s Wig .so s Sp IL Ser sa. % 81 New @ %
sao district Of NeT Castle % county % a Sagd by 3 asa @ % 5 '9pC @
will be before the Senatorial vacancy
Governor Gives His Views
regarding his call for special session Governor Town
: sbs4s S 1y % @ s something mS "9 % Pre-
S Gn the 9qsS % @ 5 % @ sd S a0 POINT a % makes R Imperative
our schools sn desree eepHg
%R 20 and @ Women o work by snns @ n % @ ordinary % % 0e making M eG vSg Dd
@ tho m a 9 DSw and p incompetent % in charge Of oaT children
Again the building Pr0gTam NOW IN proe @ % ana So a f & and
THE situation existing would be serious were It not for the ract at
easily afford to set aside sufficient money now accumulated in the general
@ sd S and % n 0 @ Oo nd Pgp rgf x pe @ IN @ arD @ affect e
wage advantage
obligation the fortunate
relieved
propOriOnate share
of
this best be done ssS @ matter to be work
devised whereby the State assist
n situation.
I make it accomplishment
believe
definitely At the
following the during felt
o
the
Delaware
franchise lend
There opposition, There those
influence
those wish
fair
Assembly responsibility
Delaware this
responsibility with the the
of duty And the Of Delaware judging by the will accept
Wilmington the
ound imperative the increased
Since however Mr. Alfred chairman
possible providing
ion o assumed by responsible"
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
SEVERE MARCH STORM

The entire Atlantic coast was Wis
tied by a severe rain, hail and snow
storm Friday night of last week, and
accounts from many parts of the sea-
board show much damage to property
and life In lower Delaware the
storm was severe while it lasted,
but no great damage was reported as
a result of the gale and snow. In
Wilmington and rural New Castle
County, however, the Brandywine and
other streams reached the highest
level of years. In that city the water
raised as much as twenty feet above
normal and hundreds of families
were compelled to leave their homes
because Of the unusual food condi-
tions. The freezing weather aided
greatly in retarding the eHect on tiIe
storm and the water soon receded.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
DEATH on REY. D. F. MeFAUL

Rev. D. F. McFaul, a superannuate
of the Wilmington NJ E. Conference
died at his home in Wilmington on
Friday, March 5, 1920. He joined the
conference in 1884, and among the
charges he served in the vicinity of
Milford were, Houston, Wyoming and
Pennington. Mr.. McFaul was born
in County Antrim, Ireland, and was SO
years old. Mrs. McFaul and the fol-
lowing children survive him: Mary
McFaul of Wilmington, Mrs. w. j.
johnson of Houston, Catherine Nc
Faul of Wilmington, w. f. McFaul of
Milford, and Mrs. ]. ]. Dougherty of
Wilmington. Funeral services were
held in Grace Chuch, Wilmington, on
morning and interment made
in Laurel
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
FELL AND CUT HER FACE

While hurrying to get into her au-
tomobile Saturday evening last Miss
Laura d. Salevan, daughter of Mr..
and Mrs. j. Frank Salevan who reside
just north of Milford, was painfully
injured when she tripped and fell.
Miss Salevan was just leaving the
railroad station and in going to her
car stubbed her toe on the frozen
ground. Before she could recover
herself she had fallen against the
side Of the automobile. The left side
of her face was cut severely below the
eye, and she was otherwise scratched
and bruised. She was taken to the
Office of DR.. William Marshall where
four stitches we're taken to close the
wound She has suffered severely
this week as a result of the fall.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
ROY MILLNAN BREAKS JAIL

Roy Millman, white, and Jack Long,
negro, escaped from the Sussex
County Jail at Georgetown Tuesday
night They made their escape by
way of a window in the west wing of
the institution Although Deputy
Sheriff Mitchell with a posse started
in pursuit shortly after the prisoners
had made their escaDe. the men had
not been re-captured as the Chronicle
goes to press. Millman was the man
who robbed the Pierce Hardware
store in Milford about four weeks
apo
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
CITIZENSHIP SCHOOLS

The Executive Board of the State
Equal Suffrage Association, met in
the Dover State House on Tuesday to
hear a report of the National Conven-
ton at Chicago byMiss Winifred Nor
ris. state delegate and to formulate
plans for the citizenship schools that
are soon to be held in four centers of
Sussex and three centers of Ken coun-
ties. Lawyers of prominence in our
state have compiled a handbook on
the laws of our Nation, State and
County, which will aid one in under
standing the step that is to be taken
towards the Citizenship Schools.
These schools are to be of great help
to the new voter in the future.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION

Seed testing time is here. All far
mers are urged to test their corn and
clover seed before planting time ar
rives. A great deal Of seed is re-
ported to be of very low vitality.
Farmers living within reach Of high
school departments OF Vocational Ag-
riculture are urged to take samples
Of their seed to the school and re-
ceived an authentic test free Of
charga
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
LOCAL BANK EXAMINED
BY BANK COMMISSIONER

State Banking Commissioner George
L. Medill, assisted by his two depu-
ties, Harold Horsey and Mr.. Lewis
have been in Milford for the past two
weeks examining local financial in
stitutions. Last week the accounts
Of the Milford Building and Loan AS
sociation were fully examined by
these men, and during the present
week they have examined the books
Of The Milford Trust Company. The
commissioner found both institutions
in fiourishing condition and had no
criticisms to offer.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
MANY LARGE CLANS
- COME ASHORE

The extreme low tides of the early
part Of this week caused the ice along
the Delaware Bay shore off Cedar
Beach to ground, and the rising tide
brought it to the shore, with all kinds
of shell fish attached, and from this
ice large numbers of hard shell clans
of enormous size were distributed
along the foot of the beach, which at
the succeeding low tide, were expos
ed. The folks who follow catching
clans gathered several thousands of
these large clans on Monday last,
and they sold quickly to the local
trade for from two three cents each.
This condition of food supply was an
acceptable change for those who got
a portion of these clans.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
MILFORD'S NEW BOARD HEALTH

At the regular meeting Of Town
Council held this week the following
were appointed members of the Board
of Health for the year 1920, viz: Dr..
Samuel NJ. d. Marshall, William II.
Robinson, George Macklin, Harvey
Gillis and Augustus Dickerson. They
will organize at meeting TO be held
this evening.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
PERSONAL MENTION

Mr. and Mrs. Thos c. Reynolds
were in Philadelphia this week.
Miss Mildred Workman of Harring-
ton spent a few days with her aunt,
Miss Mary Mears.
George Sherman, superintendent Of
the Chronicle plant was in Richmond,
Virginia, this week on business.
Earle WorthiHgton has returned
from Tamaqua, Pa, where he spent
the weekend of last week visiting
friends.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
!. DELIGHTFUL PARTY

A very delightful party was given
at the home OF Miss Theresa Austin
on Friday evening, March 5th, in
North Milford. In spite of the stormy
weather there was large attendance
Dancing and games occupied the ear
iier part Of the evening, after which
the refreshments were served. The
GUESTS departed assuring Miss Aus
tin that they had spent delightful
evening
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
ARE YOU INTERESTED
IN A BASE BALL TEAM

There will be meeting of all those
interested in the Base Ball Associa-
ton for 1920 on Wednesday evening,
March 18th, at the Fire House at 8
o'clock. 1t is hoped that a large
number will turn out and that good
bit of interest will be shown as this
sport affords pleasure for all.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
MASONS WILL ENTERTAIN
GRAND MASTER MAYER

Most Worshipful Grand Master Of
the Grand Lodge Of Delaware, Marry
Mayer, will make his annual vista
ton to Temple Lodge No. A. f. &
A. NJ. Of Milford this (Friday) even
ing. A large gathering Of masons is
expected to welcome their Grand
Master and suitable reception has
been arranged.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
MARRIED
INSTRUMENTATION

MAS oIflIN-DAftLIlNOIUN
Geo. Wilbur Masten, son of Mr.. and
Mrs. Wilbur Masten OF Milford, was
married to Miss Emma Darlington Of
Washington, d. C. on February IL,
1920, at 2 D. m. at Washington, d. c.
They will reside in that city where
Mr.. Masten has government posi-
ton.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
EPISCOPALIAN UNION

While no definite move in behalf OF
a union of the Delaware and Eastern
dioceses of the Episcopal Church has
been made, it is not unlikely that a
conference in that behalf will be held
shortly. Each diocese is now without
a bishop.
Milford chronicle., 1920-03-12
CATCH OF FISH AT CEDAR BEACH

Charles Higman and James Mill
man caught 800 pounds Of rock and
perch fish at Cedar Beach, the first Of
this week, and shipped them to the
city markets. Herring will be NOV
ing next week in our streams
Smyrna times., 1920-08-11

1t appears that the advance in
railroad rates will offer very little ex-
cuse for an increase in the price of
commodities and a movement already
is on foot to scotch such advances on
the plea that railway charges have
jumped up. The Morning News per-
tinently says:
"All such figuring as to the effect
of the new charges upon the people
is deceptive. Actual travellers, of
course, will know, but there is much
unnecessary travelling done, and this
may be cut down. As regards freight
rates, it is quite possible that instead
of adding to the cost of living the
new charges will reduce it provided
that the companies give better
freight service. With the higher
rates the companies should be able
to do this, though they have places
in which to put every cent they will
receive from the new charges. Freight
congestion, lack of cars, inadequate
Smyrna times., 1920-08-11

facilities, have all hampered trade
and made things cost more. Other
means of carrying goods have been
devised, trucks and the like, but these
as a rule have not lessened the cost
of transportation though they have
facilitated exchange. Getting things
from one place to another where they
are needed has much to do with the
price at which those things are sold.
Hence with an easy transfer of goods
at seasonable times, even though the
freight rates may be higher, the ac-
tual prices to consumers may be low
er if there is fair dealing"
Smyrna times., 1920-08-11

The road from Duck Creek ap-
preaching Smyrna town limits and
the road from Wnght's Garage to
Smyrna are getting in miserable con-
dition. Pending the building of the
Boulevard north through Smyrna
would not be well for Kent County
Levy Court to at least fill in the holes
and bad places. Smyrna can help
along easier traffic by keeping Gin
ders on the causeway and putting a
new and safer road planks on the big
bridge.
Smyrna times., 1920-08-11

The standard bearers of both the
dominant political parties have deliv-
cred their notification speeches and
the battle is on. In these days when
people read and do their own think
ing it will be the silent vote that will
cut a figure and this cannot be known
or determined until the votes are
counted on election day.
Smyrna times., 1920-08-11

When former Governor Miller ad-
dressed the bankers here in Smyrna
he drew from a wealth of experience
with finances and other State matters.
He knew what he was talking about
from actual contact. A multitude of
officers and commissions having con-
troll over appropriations produced
interference with the proper manner
of administering the revenues of the
State. The loose method disclosed of
doing business, not the fault of the in
dividuals but of the system, often
caused confusion, and Mr.. Miller
cited one instance where there were
insufilient funds in the treasury
to meet the demand. He thinks that
governor should have increased
responsibility and power. This is
we'll worth thinking about. The ten
dency in Delaware during recent
years has been to scatter authority,
not concentrate it, and to reduce those
who should be directly clothed with
power and responsibility to the status
of figure heads.
Smyrna times., 1920-08-11

street. Let the good work keep up.
Dirt has become so caked on the new
tarvia surface that it will take sew
erai sweepings, probably some scrap
ing before it is removed. But if
Council will see to it now that the
sweeping is systematically done, it
will improve the looks of things ma
te1ially.
Smyrna times., 1920-08-11
COWS AVERAGING $125 EACH.
Livestock Prices Are High Over in
Queen Anne's County, Md.

Livestock prices are being boosted
over near Centreville, Md. Seven re-
ports from the auctioneers, who have
had charge of the numerous personal
property sales in Queen Anne's coun-
ty during the past month state that
never in the history of the county
have better prices been secured for
live stock. Mules are selling high
and in most instances cows are aver
aging from S1OO to $125, with many
bringing much higher prices.
Smyrna times., 1920-08-11

THE SMYRNA TIMES is an independent
paper devoted to the welfare of the town it
represents and the State of which it is a
part. 1t also gives the items of Importance
of the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
ADVERTISEMENTS-T Smyrna Times is
the business medium not only for the town it
represents, but for the outlying district of
which it is the centre, embracing the towns
of Clayton, Kenton, Cheswold, Townsend,
Leipsic, &c. rate of so cents an inch for
first insertion and 80 cents for each subse-
quent insertion will be charged for trans
lent advertising. Locals and Reading Noti-
ces. Is cents per line per issue.
0FFICE-Next Door to the Fruit Growers
National Bank.
Smyrna times., 1920-08-11

Subscription price. s1.5O per year. strictly in
advance.
Smyrna times., 1920-08-11

We are glad to see the first appear
ance of the sweeper on Commerce
Smyrna times., 1920-08-11

Entered at the Post Office at Smyrna, Della
we're as Second Glass matter
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One Chestnut Street
WindOW

is particularly notable. 1t is furnished like
fine bedroom in some faultlessly appointed
mansion. Against background enriched with
every accessory that exquisite taste can supply,
is featured wonderful handkerchief bed
room suit in Louis XVI style, treated after the
Italian school in predominant effects of verde
and leaf gold, and combined with panels of
cane in antique finish.
There are twin beds, overspread with
splendid silk covers of soft rose shade,
wrought with dainty Chinese embroidery; a
dresser, a bureau with hanging mirror
writing desk and bedside stand.
Chinese rugs scattered over the floor,
handsome lamp that cunningly carries out in
stand and shade the color harmonies Of the
room-even the lifelike touch of tiny pillow
covered with fine French lace-are among the
many carefully studied details which demon
strate how bedroom, the supposedly "diffi-
cult" room in furnishing the house, can be
made into delightful picture and at the same
time be as comfortable as any old shoe, to use
homely expression.
Yet another delightful picture, without
leaving Chestnut Street; yet another window,
which shows bit of breakfast-room furnish
ing charming enough to create homesickness
just where it ought to be created-in the hearts
of the stiffest of holders-out for single life and
the hall bedroom.
That was not, however, what it was put
there for, but to give everybody the pleasure
of seeing very quaint and artistic three-piece
suit, appropriate for breakfast room or even
a small dining room.
There's china cabinet, perfect old dear:
antique English in it's style, especially the
lavish decorations, which are done on back
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with upholstery Of white and black-fat, glori-
Gus cushions pentifully scattered on the huge,
repose-inviting davenport and capacious broad
armed chairs. ,nnxss
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Wonders of the Great Furniture Sale Seen Through
+ 1vn7z7vo .> Wanamaker Windows
AS You Plant So You
Must Reap

is another version of the old adage,
GAS you brew so you must bake"
The fields between Camden and
Absecon on the Jersey Coast are.
this month teeming with life.
Somebody plowed and planted,
and now comes harvesting of
berries, grapes and vegetables of
value.
For good baking one must have
good yeast.
So it is with all human actions.
We can only reap what we have
sOwn.
Proper materials, we'll put
together, rightly priced and truth
fully presented, are strangely
interviewer in the life of this
business.
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Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1920-07-30

Does the furniture we have for tt
priced specially to bring it within reac
satisfy that demand?
Walk around some of these Wanan
words, but in wood - the wood of the '
ITSELF
Words may be misunderstood, even
canoe of these rarely beautiful example
likelihood of forgetting them!
Not if you have a home, anyway! Of
ground Of a rich ancient-ivory hue in the gay
yet pleasing colors that suggest those of Eng
lish china-and sure enough, there's a cozy sci
of characteristic English dishes displayed
temptingly on the shelves!
The two accompanying chairs, decorated
in similar style, have pretty, comfortable backs
upholstered seats covered in striped damask
and high, gracefully arched arms
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1920-07-30

This effect is being introduced for the first
time in the Sale, but we are already making up
other suits of the same kind of lnen-uphol-
stored furniture, embroidered in variety Of
designs.
Evening public ledger. [volume] (Philadelphia [Pa.]) 1914-1942, 1920-07-30
Thirteenth Street
Windows BeckOn
the Eyes

with charm almost equal to that of the win
dows of Chestnut Street.
Do you love handsome hall furniture, or
that for the living room?
Do the lavish carvings and beautiful
touches of rich gliding and soft coors Of the
school of the Italian Renaissance appeal to
you?
Then we would be sorry that it is mpos-
sible to go into elaborate description of each
of our forty windows of furniture display, if
we were not so glad that it's possible for you
to come here and see the furniture, of which
the simplest piece is so much finer than the
finest words about furniture.
Be sure not to pass by the windows of
Chariton courier. (Keytesville, Chariton County, Mo.) 1878-current, 1920-02-13

The departure for a field of action of our dis
tingushed ownsman is loss to county and city which
will be than felt for tine in legal business social
and political circles and the leaving of his family for their new
home at Sedaa Mrs Rucker quite accomplished in home
making music and socially her husband in the parcu
lars in which he ranks highest and their lovely children
from US influences which little afford to lose
Roy W Rucker was born and reared here and from
early childhood accorded the leading part in matters in
which he engaged born organizer fluent speaker person
ally agreeable he has yet toentOunter undertaking in
which failure followed purpose Roy Rucker educated in
schools until he entered the University of Virginia
in which justly celebrated institution he completed course in
law and that he laid well the foundation which build his
reputation of being the ranking trial lawyer this section of
the know better than those who have contested his
ability Democratic in social business and political life he
commands the highest regard all and his untrng efforts
help the of his government all times but partic-
uary during the past years. lends ustre his
character.
We most heartily commend Mr.. and Mrs. Roy W. Rucker
and children to the people of the whole section of their
home and express the sincere feeling of the whole county
well as when we wish them happiness health and
prosperity tho deeply rgeng that such conditions could not
continue to be enjoyed among