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Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
Miods New 100000
Opening Week "a

in the rear of the stage. In fact, the
dominant note of the whole structure,
inside and out, as well as its ornamen-
tation is that of an elegant SIMPLI-
CITY.
Before the play proper a number of
addresses were made by Col. Townsend,
editor of the Milford Chronicle, the
architect, w. T. Hoffman, the builder,
j. A. Bader, and Mr.. j. E. Lewis.
Mr.. Lewis was enthusiastically greet
ed with load applause, and after speak
ing Interestingly about the theatre and
the construction, thanked the audience
for its appreciatiye reception of the
new playhouse and himself and closed
with these words: Tonight dedicate
this building to the people of Milford,
and may they spend many happy mo-
ments herein.
Mary glowing compliments were be-
slowed upon Mr.. Lewis, Col. Townsend
styling him, "The young man who had
the nerve to assume the stupendous re-
sponsibiity of the erection of this mag
nficent structure for the entertainment
of Milford and all lower Delaware.
Some 60 ladies and gentlemen from
Middletown were transported to Milford
ia the Wilmington Rapid Transit's big
new bus and in autos, as guests of Mr..
Lewis, and given fine supper by mine
host of the Windsor Hotel whose
cuisine and service were irrs proachable.
About midnight the visitors were treat
ed to lunch of sandwiches and coffee.
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REV. v. P. NoRTHRUP.
Pastor Bethesda M. E. Church
Portrait Of Dr.. Marshall

In the presence OF most OF the trus-
tees and number of friends of the
institution, portrait of the late DR..
George w. Marshall of Milford. was
presented to the University of Del
aware and her sons and the presentation
was made by DR.. William Marshall,
of Milford, son of the deceased. Mrs.
Marshall was also present. 1t was
received by Thomas Davis, trustee on
behalf of the board. The portrait
was painted by C. S. Hamitt of
Wilmington.
DR.. Marshall was member of the
board of trustees of Delaware College
at the time of his death several years
ago and had served on the board for
many years. He was also graduate
of the college. The deceased for at
least a quarter of century took keen
interest in the aft airs of the college and
for time was chairman of the board
committee on Instruction and Disci-
plne He als' was member Of the
commission that built the Women's
College in 1913 1914.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
Organization Of Y. W. CA.

most interesting meeting of the x =
w. G. A. was held at the New Century
Club, Middetown. Monday, Feb. 9th.
Representatives from the towns of the
northern section of the State, as well
as national representatives were pres
ent.
At noon, Mrs. Shannon in her private
dlning-room furnished most delicious
dinner, which was appreciated and
greatly enjoyed by the guests. Upon
returning to the Club House, the meet
ing was called to order by Miss Krawl,
National Field Secretary for Delaware,
Devotional exercises led by Miss Good.
Miss krawl then gave report of work
done by her in the northern section of
the State. after which Miss Clark, Ma
tional Organizer of New York, took the
chair. Mrs. 7. Coleman dupont told of
some of her experiences in the work
and Miss Beatty spoke for Wilmington.
1t was then decided to organize the
town and country branch, taking in the
State from Wilmington to Wyoming,
dividing the section into four districts.
Constitution and By-la VS. were adopted
| and officers and chairmen elected. Mrs.
DUPONT extended most cordial invita-
tion to this branch into the National.
The annual meeting will be held in
| October, the fiscal year beginning at
that time. After the benedction, the
meeting adjourned.
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New Century Club Notes

Mrs. Clarence Pool, president, pre-
sided at the meeting on Tuesday after
noon. Various items of business were
discussed. The motion voted on re-
Gently not to contribute to the State
Home Demonstration Prize was re-
scinded. and it was decided to contri-
butte $500 toward the prize.
Miss Hester Jones delighted all pres
ent with her reading of most interest
ing paper, Little journeys to Un-
known Corners, urging US to see
America and its beauties first, before
travelling abroad.
Mr. John Pool gave several piano
solos which were much enjoyed.
Next Tuesday at 2 P. NJ, the Execu-
tive Board Meeting will be held. At
2. 30 the regular business meeting, fol-
lowing which Mrs. George Heldmyer.
chairman, has prepared very delight
full program, current events, vocal and
instrumental music, and solo dancing
by Miss Virginia johnson.
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OBITUARY
Mrs. Charlotte Wilson

TOWNSEND, DEL. MARCH 1st 1922
Ms. Charlotte Wilson, wife of Robert
J. Wilson, died at her home on Cream
cry street at four O'Clock on Saturday
afternoon, after an illness lasting more
tnan two months, death being due to
Intestinal trouble. Mrs. Wilson was a
most estimabe woman, being ever kind
and considerate toward others and had
endeared herself to all who knew her by
her sterling qualities that marked her
daily walk of life. She was patient
sufferer, having never complained, but
bore her illness with remarkable forti-
tude until death come to end her great
suffering on Saturday. She was in her
49th year.
Besides husband, she is survived by
two sisters, Mrs Howard Chadwick, of
Townsend, and Mrs. Josephine E. Esta-
brook, of New York City. Her BROTH
ers are John E. Dean, of Brooklyn. N
Y; Thomas w. Dean, of Morristown,
N. j., and William T. Dean, of Saranac
Lake. N. Y.
Services were conducted at the M. E..
Church on Wednesday afternoon, at
1.30 o'clock, being in charge of the
Rev George P. Jones, pastor of the
church. 1nterment was made in the
Townsend M. E. cemetery.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
LOCAL HAPPENINGS

The Holstein- Friesian consignment
sale which was to be March will be
held Tuesday, March IA.
The government owned houses along
the Chesapeake. and Delaware Canal
are being equil ped with electric lights.
Wheat has taken decided advance
in price, and farmers think they will
have good prospects of receiving a
much better figure for their 1922 wheat
crop.
The Teachers Training Glass of the
Cecilton M. E. Sunday School cleared
over $50 at their entertainment last
week and wish to thank al who so
kindly helped them.
Bids for a complete new pumping
unit, at Chesapeake City. Md for the
canal, have been invited by Col Eall
Brown, U. 5. Engineer. in charge at
Sixth and King streets, Wilmington.
W. Harmon Reynolds. of Townsend,
has sold his 62-acre farm near Oak Hill
school, in Bldckbird hundred to the
present occupant, Peter b. Fretz, for
5000 Mr.. Fretz will make extensive
improvements.
Wednesday, March 1st, was moving
day in Middetown and the changes this
year were more numerous than for
many years. Many farm movings pass
ed through town during the day going
in all directions.
public card party was given in the
Delaware City Town Hall Tuesday af-
ternoon by the Delaware City Century
Club with Mrs. William b. Jester and
Miss Reybold in charge. The proceeds
| will be for the benefit of the building
fund.
The Home and School Association of
ST Georges is planning a St. Patrick's 8
| Day Social for the evening of March II.
Owing to this sorial event taking place
on the usual meeting night of the asso-
citation, the business session of the club
were held Wednesday, March g.
| Last week the entire animal husband
ry class of the Smyrna High school
under the chaperonage of j. H.
Mendenhall. Instructor of agriculture
took the annual Dairy Tour and saw
some very interesting herds of cattle,
including the famous dupont herd at
Winterthur, where they have 400 head,
and 2OU cows milking.
Pastors and laymen of the Whining
ton Methodist Episcopal Church are
preparing to attend the annual confer
ence. which will be held at Cambridge
on March %. This is one of the most
important meetings of the year for
| Methodist workers, as it is at this con-
ference that the assignments of the
year for pastors are made.
Harry Gray of ST. Georges has pur-
chased the Vincent Moore property in
that town and took possession Monday.
Daniel and Lewis Atwell have pur-
chased from George Jackson his garage
at st. Georges and took charge of the
business Wednesday. Philip Simmons
has purchased the Claude Lester prop
erty, at st. Georges. where he expects
to open barber shop soon.
The annual town election of the
Town of Smyrna took place Monday
afternoon between the hours of two
and five O'Clock and resulted in two
changes. All the retiring members of
Council were reelected except S. A.
Fortner and John E. Wilson of sixth
district, who would not allow their
names to be used. Eugene Mabrey
and Herman l.. Robinson were elected
| in their places.
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Soldier Bonus Debated

On Friday, February "a. there was a
debate between the Junior and sopho-
more literary societies of the Middle
town High School. The subject debated
was that the soldiers should be given a
bonus at this time. The meeting was
presided over by CaroliaS Fouracre,
president of the junior society. The
affirmative was represented by John
Pool, Margie Z ecords, Walter Beasten;
the negative. Esther shallcross, Stacy
Jones and Harris Mcdowell. Both sides
put up very strong arguments, making
each society feel justly proud of their
representatives. The judges gave the
decision in favor of the negative side,
awarding the victory to the sopho-
mores. The judges were Miss Elizabeth
Jones, Mr.. e. P. Vogel, of the high
school, and MI. Shilling, State High
School Supervisor. This was the first
joint debate between the two litera, y
societies, and much interest was shown
by both classes. JOHN T. SPICER,
Secretary
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new PULPIT LIGHT
Dedicated to The Me mory Of John
James Hoffecker, I'd
IN THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

AT the Service in Forest Presbyter-
ian Church last Sunday morning there
was dedicated to the memory of John
James Hoffecker I'd, very beautiful
pulpit light. The memorial is gift Of
a mother in the congregation. 1t is of
solid heavy brass with dull satin fin
ish. The inscription, printed in Church
Script, is as follows: sin Memoram
John James Hoffecker End, Co. B. 9th
Inf A. E. F."
The Pastor made the following dedi-
catory remarks: Il can think of no
more fitting memorial to the life that
was given up in service, than this pull
pit light. There are three reasons why
i is so fitting. First: Because the life
that we thus memorialize was itself a
light. He lived and died shedding his
light upon the pathway of peace and
liberty. His life was a torch lighted at
the altar of God, shining with the rays
of Him who is the true Light, even
Jesus Christ. Secondly: He accepted
and used the word of God aa light to
his feet and lamp 10 his path. He
studied the Scriptures as Gods relation
to him of what he should believe con-
| cerning God and what duties God re-
quired of him He received this reve-
aton with faith and love, laid it up in
his heart and practiced it in his life.
Thirdly: This light, placed upon this
pulpit as memorial, will shed its beams
upon Gods Holy Word 1t will make
it easier for the minister to read well,
and consequently for the hearers to
hear and understand what Is the will of
God for all people. May every minister
who stands in this pulpit, and every
worshipper in this church. remember
the life given up in service for them,
and how it was lighted. /" & <
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Parent-Teacher Meeting

The February reeting of the local
Parent-Teacher Association was very
pleasant as well as a helpful one.
In an inf rmal talk, Air. Shilling, our
High School Supervisor, gave much in
teresting and valuable information con-
cerning the High School Curriculum, in
which he laid particular stress on the
Importance of Health Program.
Musical numbers enjoyed were piano
and violin duets by John Pool and Cur
tis Vinyard, and piano solo by Vir-
ginia Hopkins.
After the business of the Ass aciat tion
had been attended to, pleasant social
half hour was enjoyed. During this
time, the girls of the Home Economics
Department, demonstrated their science
in the serving of delicious waters and
tea.
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FOURTH CONFERENCE
Convened in Bethesda N. E. Church
on February 9th
REV. E. W. CASWELL'S REPORT

Rev. E. w. Caswell's report to
the Fourth Quarterly Conference of
the Bethesda Methodist Episcopal
Church. Middletown, Delaware, con-
vened February 9th, 1922.
My dear Brethren: During the past
six years have been member of the
Bethesda Quarterly Conference, as
retired member of the New York East
Conference. The Good Shepherd Who
called me to serve as an under shepherd
also invited me in my age and feeble
ness to lie down in His green pastures
beside the still waters of rest and re-
tirement. But do not feel that my
ministry has been entirely broken or in
terrupted by this period of needed bod
lily inactivity. The form of my work
only has been changed.
BY prayer and faith. soukcommunion
with Christ and the church, by using
the pen instead of the pulpit. l have
continued to ooey the call of Him VINO
made me one of His messengers.
know that you will not regard me
as boasting in any way when l say that
have during the past Conference year
prepared and had printed about rs
Medtations for the Christian Herald. l
have also done a similar work for our
town papers; the Middletown New Era
has printed 81 column articles during
the past yeal; the Middletown Ttan-
script has found place for about 15 ex-
tended contributions. The Baltimore
Methodist has inserted seven articles
from my pen; the Bible Champion, a
monthly magazine published at Read
ing, Pa, has made me one of its con.
tributing editors and printed Is articles
and sermons during the past year.
need not mention many local notes and
, items which / have written in the inter-
ests of the church and of friends who
have sufr cred the loss of loved ones in
our community.
During the year have officiated six
times in pulpit services, in New York
City, Odessa and Middletown: l have
spoken at four funerals, had charge of
awo prayer meetings and have assisted
the pastor in all the Communion SER
vices. l have made many calls UPON the
sick, visiting new people coming into
the community in the interests of the
church.
| realize that the lines here have fall
en- to me in pleasant places; an in a
goodly heritage. While l am waiting
for the higher call. am working till
the day dawns and the welcome Home
is spoken.
Believing in whole Gospel, whole
Saviour and full redemption by His
blood, am,
Always yours in the Masters
service ard kingdom,
e. w. CAswELL.
Rev. v. P. NoRTHRUP.
pootor Rathesda M r. Church
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Real Estate Sales

Mr.. B. Frank Gallagher has purchased
of Mrs. E. C Green the two properties
located on the corner of M ain and Cox
streets. After making extensive al
terations to the dwelling occupied by
Daniel Minner Mr.. Gallagher proposes
to occupy this property as his residence.
He will also have erected a storeroom
on the corner of this lot.
Mr.. Jay C. Davis. Real Estate
Broker, has sold to Mr.. Samuel H..
Buckworth, the dwelling located on
the southeast corner of Crawford and
Cox streets, now owned and occupied
by Mrs. Mary Roberts. Mr.. Buckworth
will remove to his new home during the
early part of April.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
Chautauqua a Success

TOWNSEND, DEL, MARCH 1st. 1922
The Swarthmore Chautauqua Festivals
held in tt School Auditorium for three
days, the opening session being on Sat-
urday afternoon and concluded with
Tuesday evenings entertainment, was
a complete success and much credit is
due Miss Ethelwyn J. Maloney and Mrs.
w. Harman Reynolds for their tireless
efforts to make the entertainments so
successfu and real source of pleasure
to the Chautauqua visitors and the aud
tors alike. Also. due credit is given
by the participants to the h3 guar
antors, all of whom showed progress
sive. spirit in making the series of en-.
tertainments real possibility in this
locality.
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Ca,d Party A Success

The civic committee of the New Gen.
tury Club gave delightful card party
at the home of Mrs. A. M. Chamber
laine on Saturday with five tables play
ing five hundred. About $l2 80 was
cleared for the benefit of the civic COM
mittee. Mrs. Mabel Allen won first
prize and Mrs. Watson X. Belts won
second prize. Mrs Edward Records
won the consolation prize. George
Heldnyer won first gentleman's prize.
Professor Mcknight won second prize
and Frank Young won the consolation
prize.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
Thieves Steal Chickens

Chicken thieves visited the farm of
Mr.. Paul b. Messick on the road leading
from Middetown to Townsend, last
Saturday night and carried away about
80 of Mr.. Messick's fowls. They
effected an entrance by ripping boards
off of the back of the building and
after securing the birds made hasty
retreat. 1t is hoped that the thieves
may be captured and given a trial at
the whipping post.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
Jolls Named For Postmaster

WAsHlNToN, D. c., MARCH 2.-The
recommendations of Senator L. Heisler
Ball were followed by the Postoffice
Department in naming the postmaster
at Middletown. I,el. The name of John
j. Jols was sent to the Senate late to-
day, to be postmaster at that point.
Representative Layton recommended
j c. Davis for the Middletown office.
The appointment of the Middletown
postmaster had been pending for some
time, and it was not known who would
be named until the name of Mr.. JolIs
was sent to the Senate today,
Representative Layton would make
no comment on the nomination of Mr..
jobs.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
Scarlet Fever at Women's College

Due to the discovery of scarlet fever
in the Women's College, at Newark,
Wednesday. the board of directors de-
cided to Gloss the college for ten days.
the girls left that afternoon for their
homes. Only one case so far has been
diagnosed-by the doctors. Every pre-
caution is being taken to prevent fur
ther spread. Miss Ruth Ann Russell
was striken on Wednesday, and her
mother is now with her.
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William T. Warburton

The funeral of William 7. Warbur-
ton, president of the defunct Second
National Bank of Elkton, Md, who
died at his home on East Main street in
that place shortly before noon Tuesday
was held from his late home at 2 o'clock
Friday afternoon.
Interment was made in the Warbur-
ton family lot in Elk ton cemetery.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
Cow Kicks Bow in Face

Frank Burris, son of Charles Burris,
of near Delaware City, was milking a
COW Monday, when she kicked him in the
face, knocking him unconscious for five
hours. His face was badly cut and sew
eral teeth were knocked out. He is
now suffering with concussion of the
brain.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
"See My Lawyer" at the NOV
les next Monday evening.
Kemp Wedding

Miss Elva Denney Walker, daughter
of Mr.. and Mrs. Denney Walker, of
near Smyrna, and Mr.. Grover G. Kemp
of Kenton, were married by Rev. John
Townley. pastor of Forest Presbyter-
ian Church, last Wednesday evening.
The couple were attended by Mr.. and
Mrs. Eugene Minner. of near Middle.
town.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
New Deputies Appointed

George L. Schafer, of Wilmington,
and Frederick Bender, of Delaware
City, both Republicans, the newly
pointed field deputies, will begin work
with the new collector of Internal
Revenue when he takes Office, which is
expected to be on April l, and they win
then be commissioned by him.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
Will Move to Townsend

Mr.. Minors Banning who recently
sold his store and dwelling to Mr.. Uric
Clark has purchased residence in
Townsend. and win move to that place
in few days.. Mr.. Clark is now Gu
pying his new purchase and conducting
the business.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
Smyrna Reduces Light Rates

The last act of smyrna Town Coun-
Gil, Friday evening. before it adjourned
sine die. was to lower the electric light
rates (commerciaD from l6c per K. w.
to 12c per K. W., with a reduction in
the minimum (meter) rate from 81. rs
to $1.50 month.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
Chambe rlain's Cough Remedy Moth
ing so Good for a Cough or Cold

Everyone who has used Chamber
lain's Cough Remedy speaks well of
it." writes Edward P. Miller, Abbotts-
town, Pa. People who once use this
preparation are seldom satisfied with
any other. 1t is excellent to allay q
cough or break up cold.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
Base Ball Meeting

All of those interested in organizing
base ball team in Middletown, for the
season of 1922, are invited to attend
meeting in the Transcript Office, Tues
day evening, March 7th, at o'clock.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
Townsend Postmaster Confirmed

appointment by the President of JOS
eph Clarence Hutchinson, as postmaster
at Townsend, was confirmed by the
Senate Tuesday. This is the first pub
lie position ever held by Mr.. Hutchison,
who . 7 cousin of Representstivs
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04

Coming-Thursday and Friday
the biggest picture Of tie year
IA Mans Home" at the Middle
town Opera House.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04

Dorothy Dalton in "Behind
Masks" at the movies Tuesday
evening.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04

Popular priced Spring Millinery
at fogel's! Lovely Hats, latest
styles, finest materials-ouly $500.
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04
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Della. High y cel1 nl u
The report u ~ = /:
AgricultufeQ Qf
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04

Just received one barrel black
walnut kisses. Special price Csc
b. Get them Il
JONES; PHARMACY,
Kpy I'D DeI
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Town Election Monday

The annual Town Election will be
held on Monday next. Mar. eth, between
the hours OF r.. n. and r. n. at the
ofiice Of Justice OF tha Peace, Daniel
w. Stevens. At this election Two
s ~ y Z s'ss's:s: s;ss;:s'
Middletown transcript., 1922-03-04

Mannerirg Foraker Wedding
John T. Mannering and Miss Myrtle
". Foraker, both Of Townsend. were
quietly married a. Hethesda M. e.
> aiI H. lev. ". r. Nortkrt6 Lat
The Ocala banner. (Ocala, Marion County, Fla.) 1883-194?, 1922-06-30
BANKRUPT's PETITION FOR DIS
CHARGE AND ORDER OF MO-
TICE THEREBY

In the District Court of the United
States, for Southern District of
Florida.
In the matter of William A. Green,
bankrupt, No. 2276 in Bankruptcy
Order of Notice Thereon Southern
District of Florida, SIS.
On this eth day of June, A. D.. 1922,
on reading the Petition for Discharge
OF the above-named Bankrupt, it is
ordered by the court, that a hearing
be had upon the same on the 18th day
OF July, 4. D., 1922, before the said
court. at Jacksonville, in said district.
and that notice thereof be published in
The Ocala Banner, a newspaper print
ed in said district, and that all known
creditors and other persons in interest
may appear at the said time and place
and show cause, IL any they have, wiz
the prayer Of the said petitioner should
not be granted.
And. Il is further ordered by the
court, that the clerk shall send, by
mail, to all kaeWn creditors, copies
or said Petition and this order, address
ca 20 them at their places of residence
WITNESSES the Honorable Rhydon M.
Cal, judge of the said court, and the
seal thereof. at Jacksonville, in said
1922. -
tseal Of the court.) Edwin r. Will
liams, Clerk. 6-9-It.