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Milford chronicle., 1922-10-27

are bringing only Is cents per 5-8
basket, in the local market. The far
mers are storing them for better
prices.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. G. Hudson spent
the weekend in Dover.
Mrs. Annie Harmon of Millville
spent /the weekend here. Mrs. Har-
mop expects to move to Greenwood in
the near future.
v Frank Dukes has sold his meat
shop to James B. Hudson, who will
conduct the business in the future.
The Jefferson Club presented
"Conrad's History Of Delaware" in 8
volumes to the public schools on Mon
day.
H. Ridgley Harrington and family
of Dover spent the weekend in this
town.
Miss Rachel Long was given a sur
prise party by her girl friends on her
birthday, at her home, near town, last
Saturday. The little ladies reported a
most delightful afternoon.
Milford chronicle., 1922-10-27
FRANKFORT

Mrs. Francis Martin of the Hotel
Richardson, Dover, has been spend
ing a few days here with her sister,
Mrs. Francis Hickman.
Miss Bertha Hudson Taylor spent
the weekend with her friend, Miss
Olive Bush, of Phillips Hill.
Mrs. Frank Hickman who has been
seriously ill at her home here is
somewhat improved.
Miss Frances Derrickson of Selby-
vile spent the weekend with Miss
Eva Hickman.
Mrs. Elisha F. Dukes of this town
and Mrs. Herman Gray of Dagsboro
motored to Vineland, N. J., to spend a
week with their sister, Mrs. Charles
Schellenger.
DR.. George A. Burslem, pastor Of
the Dover Presbyterian Church,
preached a very able sermon at the
annual services at the historic old
church at Blackwater. The church
was filled. DR.. Burslem's subject was
"The Church Which God Purchased
With His Own Blood" He dwelt upon
the wonderful opportunities of the
church and said that the test of the
CluTCQ WOulu UG III LAC way 0AC A4CS
these opportunities in these most try
ing times. Dr. Burslem also preach
ed a most interesting sermon in the
Frankford Presbyterian Church in the
evening. It was the first time our
people have had the opportunity of
hearing DR.. Burslem and they enjoy
ed it immensely. ,
The manp friends of Clinton H.
Watson, our popular undertaken, will
he clad to know that the operation
which was performed upon him for
chronic appendicitis, in a Philadelphia
Hospital last week was very success
full. Mr. Watson is doing as well as
can be expected and will be able to
leave the hospital in about a week.
The Jefferson Club will hold its
next meeting at the home of Mrs. Al
lie M. Phillips. AS it is near Hallow-
e'en everyone is invited to come mask
Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Lockwood left
last week for a trip to Portland, Ore
gon.
Mrs. Lulu F. Gum spent part OF
last week in Wilmington.
George Horsey, formerly OF Ph1la-
delphia has opened an up-to-date
drug store here. The town has been
without a drug store for many years.
There is a tremendous crop OF
sweet potatoes in this section. They !
Milford chronicle., 1922-10-27
MRS. JESSE GOODWIN HAMILTON

Mrs Hamilton Miss Mildred Trutt
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Milford chronicle., 1922-10-27
BOWERS BEACH

A fire of unaccOuntable origin was
started on the Davidson farm, tenant
ed by Wilbur Camper, in his fodder
yard, on Saturday night last between
the hours of eleven and twelve o.
clock. Had it not been for a passer-
by in an automobile Who discovered
the blaze and fastened to the house
and apprised them of what was 60
ing on, the family all being in bed,
and asleep, the chances are that not
only his fodder pen with all it's con-
tents would have been burned out and
destroyed but the buildings as we'll,
as one of the barns stood within ten
feet of the fodder rick that was de-
stroyed. But the family, or at least
Mrs. Camper got to the phone and
called the Milford Fire Company, al
so the Dover and Bowers fire COM
panies, which all responded and in
the almost increditable short time of
thirty minutes were on the scene and
at work and to their great credit sub
dued the flames and saved all the
buildings with but minor damage to
them. All the damage done was to the
fodder ricks. Mr.. Camper wishes to
convey his sincere thanks to all the
members of the different fire COM
panies that were in attendance.
1t is astonishing the way the fish
continue to take the hook amidst the
chanageable weather and the cool
spells that we occasionally have.
The past weekend while there
were only comparatively few that
came from a distance, those who
were here and took in the fishing
were well rewarded as they all left
for their homes with their receptacles
well filled with large fish.
Captain Bill Peden, Jay Haldman
and another party went out and on
one slack water returned with fifty
fine beauties.
The greater part of those who nave
been here and operated motor boats
have left for their homes; only leav-
ing the resident operators here now,
but all report an excellent season for
their business.
NThe Steamer Frederick has started
to bring coal for this place and it is
a welcome commodity as fears were
entertained for some time that the
coal bins here would go empty the
coming winter.
Mrs. Ella Wilson, proprietress Of
the Kent cottage hotel, has closed her
house for the season after very sue
cessful one and has moved to her
home in Harrington.
John G.. Saunders, Jr., who went to
the Delaware Hospital in Wilmington
for treatment, returned home last
week, but left soon after for the
in Pennsylvania where he 3,
hopes to regain his health.
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. P. Cross were Will
visitors on Monday of this !
week.
Thomas T. Short is on the sick list
under the care of doctor.
w. H. Carey, Frank Spayd, Willis
Johnson and Ned Thompson took in
The duck shooting on Friday even-
ng of last week. They returned with
he following bays: Carey Is; Spayd
Il and Johnson and Thompson with
each.
Mr.. and Mrs. John Gill of George
own were guests, of Mr.. and Mrs. w.
i. Carey on Sunday.
Robert Davidson and son Robert of
It. Georges were guests Of their par
nts, w. e. Davidson on Saturday.
Milford chronicle., 1922-10-27
FREDERICK

A masquerade dance will be held in
the town hall, Saturday evening, Oc-
tober 2Sth. A five piece orchestra will
furnish the music.
A meeting was held in the town
hall on Tuesday evening for the pur-
pose of organizing a committee to
work in the community, in the inter-
est of the drive for the War Memorial
Library. Prof. M. L. Hydorn, chair
man of the local committee, introduc-
ed Rev. DisstOn w. Jacobs, of Mil
ford, who explained the need of a fit
ting memorial for those who made the
supreme sacrifice and in recognition
of all others who served in the World
War to save us from German auto
cracy. His talk was supplemented by
few. earnest, well-chosen remarks
by an ardent supporter of the cause,
DR.. William F. Hoey. The worth of
this library to the church and schools
of the State is invaluable and should
receive the hearty cooperation of all
citizens.
A big halloween party will be Eeld
in the town hall on Monday evening,
by the public schools. Come out and
enjoy the fun and merriment. AS
many who will, are invited to come in
costume and take part in the grand
march. Prizes will be given for tie
best costumes. Games and stunts will
entertain you. Admission 25 cents.
Mrs. I. W. Belts who has been in
the SibleT Memorial Hospital, at
Washington, for five weeks has re-
turned home and is doing nicely. She
bac 7soooiUod Toanxy 1offorc on6 boo11-
tiful flowers, that are much apprecia-
ted. Her many friends will be glad
to see her soon.
Rally Day and Harvest Home exer-
cises were held at Barratt's Chapel
last Sunday afternoon. The church
was beautifully decorated with au-
tumn leaves and flowers. A beautiful
display of fruits and vegetables was
arranged in tempting groups at the |
side of the altar. This was gift to the
pastor, Rev. Ford, who extended his |
thanks to the donors. The program
was good and the entire service en-
1oyable.
Mr.. and Mrs. Albert Palmer, Mr..
and Mrs. Thomas Salevan spent Sun
day with Mr.. and Mrs. John Palmer
at Smyrna.
Miss Catherine McNichael spent
the weekend in Milford.
Miss Mildred Hargadine of Milford
spent the weekend with Miss Mary
Hoey.
Miss Anna Bigelow and Mrs. Harry
F. Mitten have returned from a trip
to Philadelphia.
Marry McKnitt has been quite sick
with tonsilitis the past week.
Milford chronicle., 1922-10-27

Milly-'We are as old as we feel. A
woman's age doesn't really matter"
Billy-'No, what matters is how long
she has been that age"
Milford chronicle., 1922-10-27

COMING TO MILFORD
D. W. Grifith's Super Special
Masterpiece "ORPHANS OF
THE STORM" His greatest pic
ture since 1.-THE Birth Of A Ma
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-07-16
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FORD OFFER REJECTED BY
 SENATE COMMITTEE

The Senate agricultural committee rejected .ahe Ford bid for Muscle Shoals by vote of 9 to T. All other bids were rejected without record vote This means that two minority reports will be submitted to the Senate, one favoring MT, Ford's offer and the other ln- dorsing Senator Norris plan for govern ment-owned and controlled corporation.
 The defeat of the Ford offer is largely at tributed to Senator Norris, chairman of the , committee, who is strongly opposed to leas- ing or selling the Muscle Shoals plants. He believes that the only way to protect the in- terests of the public and develop the great natural advantages at the shoals is through a government agency His idea is not pop ular and is open to just criticism. There is strong sentiment in this country against the government competing with private industry. Previous experiments made in government operation have proved unsatisfactory from cannot, in the nature of things, be as success ful as private control and operation of an industry. It is bound to be wasteful and in- efficient We have learned this much by bitter experience.
 The question is by means settled. It would, of course, have been advantageous to MT. Ford if the agricultural committee had agreed on favorable report, but the fight will be carried to the Senate as a whole.
 The resumption of work at Wilson dam with money already on hand will not, it is said by Mir. Fords representatives, interfere with his proposals, although the expenditure of S7,500,- 1000 recently appropriated to complete the dam, which becomes available October 1, might do s9. Some good will be accomplished, at any rate, by carrying on the work during the low water stage in the Tennessee river, which will save both time and money.
 It is unfortunate that after years delay t.e Muscle Shoals question is still badly mud dled, but the fight is now in the open and final decision cannot be much longer post poncd. Incidentally if Mr. Fords offer is refused by Congress, he will have all the "cam- paign thunder" he needs to run for the pres idency.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-07-16
REALTORS IN FAVOR OF
 TORRENS SYSTEM

The Torrens system of transferring real estate titles has the indorsement of the com,- munities where it has been tried. Its chief merit is that it does away with successive jour neys over the same ground and, therefore, avoids the expense which that laborious and tedious process entails. Under the Torrens system transfers of real est4te may be made in day with the same surety of title that is now secured after title examiners of one kind and another have traced the ownership from the patent issued by Uncle Sam to perhaps the twentieth purchaser.
 When the Torrens system was adopted in Cook county, Illinois, an abstract of title to land owned by the Calumet and Chicago Canal
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-07-16
THE STAGE IS SET FOR COTTON MARKETING

When the finance corporation author zed an advance of s3,ooo, ,oOo to the Alabama Farm Bureau association for marketing the ducer was assured of getting the full value of his crop this season.
 The statistical position of cotton remains good. June consumption maintained the same lead over the previous year as the preceding Il months. There are larger exports and smaller carry-over. The stage is set for good prices. The producer is coming to the market as other merchants do with financial banking He expects to sell his cotton, pay back the loan and put his money to new uses.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-07-16
Edward Ware Barrett <

New York Times: American journalism appreciable loss in the death, this week, of Edward Ware Barrett, owner and editor of The Birmingham (Ala.) Age-Herald. This not because he had acquired, 25 years ago, a paper that struggling precariously for continued existence and raised it to firmly established position of influence ands pros perity, but because he did this without any deviation from the principles and ideals of honesty and public service that alone justify journalistic success and make it worth attain ing.
 That he wanted increased circulation and larger advertising patronage is to be assumed, as he was practical newspaper man wei as an idealist, but he sought them indirectly, and they came, as it were, incidentally, the result of his pubiic's well-earned respect and confidence Actively exercising the functions and powers of both proprietor and editor, he controlled his paper completely, and though he was always generous in ascribing its merits to the intelligence and industry of the mem- bers of his staff, those merits were, after all, the expression of himself.
 The words in which the morning after Mr. Barrett's death, his paper announced the fact were far from perfunctory formulation of grief. They clearly revealed bereavement personally felt by all of his associates in the making of the paper-a recognition that there had gone from them one of whom they thought not as an employer, but a fellow-worker who was also friend, generous, helpful in times of need, comprehending and sympathetic.
 Mr. Barrett began his newspaper career in the composing room of the Augusta (Ga.) Chronicle. Later and for many years he was the Washington correspondent of the Atlanta Constitution under Henry w. Gradys compe- tent direction. He bought The Age-Herald in 1897, and to it devoted for the rest of his too short life all of his interest and ability.
 Sheffield Standard: Sunday night at 10 45 death claimed Edward Ware Barrett, for quarter of century editor and owner of The Birmingham Age-Herald.
 His passing will be a big loss to his home city, where for years he had toiled to build city, and where in all forward movements ke was in the front ranks.
 The state of Alabama will miss him, for he was truly constructive citizen Positive in expressing his convictions, there was no rancor, or vindictiveness in his character He was constructive, but not unmindful of others views; he was aggressive in business, civic and state matters, but never critical of others. His political views were sound and as party worker he was loyal, and played the game for the good of the party, never seeking to advance his personal fortunes
 As publisher and editor he was an out standing success He built from a failure a
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-07-16
NED BRACE AS A REPORTER

and his adopted home. As hear it. The Age Herald is today very fine piece of newspaper property.
 You learn to know a man mighty intimately when you work alongside him in a newspaper office. It is a charming calling, but it is ex- acting. In the newspaper office you daily analy5e yourself to your co-workers. In your handling of the affairs of the public-of the individuals who make up the public-you dis close all that is the best in you and all that is the worst in you.
 Ed Barrett was splendid man with whom to work. He wanted not only to do his share. but to try to tighten the tasks of the others. He insisted on becoming printer on learning the trade. He also became the desks. He told us all the time, however, that he wanted to know each of tho ins, each of the outs, so that he would be fortified when he began running is own newspaper. He used to say that he did not know where he would land, but he was sure that, some day, he would be at the head of some worthwhile journal.
 We were all very fond of him. He was 50 straightforward, so candid. so earnest and so wholesouled, that you could not but like him. Whatever work he did, he did 1t we'll If he could not praise anothers work. he withheld comment. If there was some irksome assign ment to be covered, he volunteered for the duty. If there was a tiresome. humdrum job, he would get in on 1t that another might not be given the undesirable task.
 In his big-heartedness, he would share what ever be had with the others. He was confident of himself-a confidence founded on a heart and brain that knew nothing but the square deal. In his apprentice days he would try to shame you if you shirked, but he would go the limit to hide your shirking from the boss. He was selfish in nothing. knew him inti- mately in those days. A finer young fellow never lived. know that all through his man. hood he had been the same lovable gentle man that he was in his young days. when he worked here in this office.
 have learned of his death with the deepest sorrow-a sorrow which I know is felt by all of us who were his coworkers and companions and friends when he began his newspaper reer. We may not have kept up with him the intimate and warm acquaintance of those early days, but we have watched his fine progress in the newspaper calling with pride and glad ness. We deeply deplore his death and we keenly sympathize with those and dear to him in their great grief and great affliction.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-07-16
AFRICAN ROYALTY WANTS
 TO SEE PARIS LIFE

Oh, to be in Paris nowl Thirty colored kings from Africa are visiting France as guests of the French republic Their costumes are gorgeous and their wives numerous, but they have the same ideas about the city by the Seine that the American tourist from the mid dle west has, They want to see life-night life-the more the merrer, and thereby hangs a tale."
 After few days of official hospitality the visiting kings decided that they were expert encing rum go.' They were not being treated in manner befitting their rank and their too solicitops hosts were depriving them of the opportunity of joining in the gay life of the gayest city in the world.
 The chiefs were lodged in barracks on the outer boulevards of Paris, recently reserved for a harem of dancing girls. They were driven about in motor busses instead of luxuri- ous cars, such as are used by other potentates Ion the loose." That was bad enough, the chiefs declared, but to make the situation in- finitely worse, they were beted two and three in a room, marked 1.-two chiefs 'three chiefs" just as if they were horses or poilus going to the front in box cars
 The Africans are put out and the French government is charged with sighting them by giving them such cavalier treatment, when they yearn for the big hotels of Paris and col orful adventures along the boulevards. They are fled up" on monuments, museums and speeches. They want to enjoy themselves.
 The French government says their religious and dining customs and other peculiarities make it wise to keep them more or less se- cluded. That looks like lame excuse. The chiefs have real, not fancied, grievance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-07-16

T. D. Murphy, in the Augusta Chronicle.
 Mr. Edward W. Barrett was on the Chron- icle at the time of the earthquake. We had not seen him that night for hours-since the jars were first felt, early in the evening. The paper was ready to go to press There was an excellent account of the earthquake terror ready to be printed.
 "What in the world has become of Ed Bar rett7' someone asked as all hands were quit ting after g night of severe trial
 Here I am," came from him, "and have the story"
 "But you are iate. We have closed for this time It is daybreak."
 'You are going to get in my story, though even if it were noon."
 He began writing it. The compositors were called back. Briefly, thoroughly, getting in the bare facts only, he, in few minutes, had concluded and there was in type the news story of the night The earthquake had ruined a mill dam in Horse Creek valley. The escap- ing water had washed into railway. train, principally of cars loaded with live stock, had gone into wreck. There were severe losses of life and property. Two of the trainmen had been killed.
 Not one of us-Mr. Randall, Mr. Stovail, Mir. Sanford Cohen (Mr. Hook was the At lanta correspondent at the time)-had had an nkling of the catastrophe. MT. Barrett had gotten the tip, had secured a horse, had ridden to the wreck, and had gotten back to tho office without opportunity to communicate with us.
 It was the incest piece of newspaper report ing of which | have known.
 Mr. Barrett went after news intensely. He knew news-sensed news-and handled it bet ter, more accurately and more interestingly than any man I have ever known. There is no question that he was the best Washington correspondent-he went to the capital for the Atlanta Constitution when he left the Chron- icle-the south ever sent among the big sem ators and representatives. Mir. Henry Grady used to say so.
 He got hold of The Birmingham Age Herald when that paper was not the great daily 1t now is. Birmingham, at that time, was in the dumps. But MT. Barrett had absolute faith in the future of Birmingham. He hung to the town and stuck to his paper when to do so meant deprivation and required grit. He kept close to it, and worked hard, and of late years, he had reaped well because of his energy, and his steadfastness and his belief in his paper
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-07-16

company was brought to the Torrens office for examination. It was foot thick and covered several thousand instruments. It is now reg istered under the Torrens system. The long and expensive investigation by lawyers and abstract companies need never be repeated. A few minutes of time and nominal fee will convey an unencumbered title to the next pur- chaser.
 The Birmingham Real Estate board has in- dorsed the Torrens system by an overwhelm- ing majority It aims in the right direction. It seems absurd that man may buy $1,0o0,0oo worth of wheat. pay over the money and have the title pass to him at once, while the transfer of $20o lot of real estate entails a cost of as much as $25, in addition to vexatious delays before the property changes hands.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1922-07-16
PAUL COOK.
POINTED PARAGRAPHS

From the Chicago News.
 Handsome is as handsome too seldom does.
 Put your faith in the plodder rather than the plotter.
 At life's banquet the scum is often taken for the cream.
 The longer some people live the less popular they with themselves.
 man often feels the loss of his first wife most after securing the second.
 One never knows how foolish some men can act until they suddenly break into the father class.