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Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1926-01-14
WATCH MEETING AT THE
JUNIOR NJ. f. CHURCH

On Thursday night Dec. 81, 1926,
the members of the NJ f. Church
gathered together and gave watch
meeting for the public. The service
was opened about eight O'clock. with
a large attendance, with song, ard
some fine music played by the M. f.
Church Orchestra. After the read
ing of the Scripture Lesson, and
prayer, it was the Sunday School
Hour Here was told what had been
done in the past, and what was want
ed to be done in the new year Of
1926.
After the Sunday School hour,
came the Women's hour; here was
told what the Ladies Aid, and other
women society were doing to help the
Church work The President of the
Ladies Aid society gave in her report
for the past year There was also
some fine reading and Rotations
given. When the Women's hour was
over then came the Epworth League
Hour, and my, what wonderful
program they rendered, and also a
fine talk was given by Denver Shomo,
on what they did in the past, ard
what they want to do in the future.
Mrs. Hutchinson gave a fine talk
for the young folks, as well for the
old people. After this program was
rendered thus far, Rev. and Mrs.
Hutchinson had little surprise for
the young people, as well for the old
er people What could it be some
one asked? Eatsl They took the
young people to their home and what
wonderful lunch they did serve.
While the young people were. at their
home, they also had "eats", at the
Church for the older people.
After the young people were thru
eating, Rev. Hutchinson's son jim,
entertained them with play, given
by himself, after which he was cheer
ed by everyone After this play
was over they all went back to the
Church for the last hour in the old
year. Here Rev. Hutchinson gave a
fine talk and it was then followed by
Pageant, in which every one took
part, as the New Year came in. The
young people want to thank Rev and
Mrs. Hutchinson for the good eats,
they served at their home, and wish
them all the happiness, good health,
in prosperous New Year.
Listen, friends here we are again
back in the papers, it is the True
Blue Class of the M E. Church. You
wonder what happened to us because
you haven't heard from us, well we
will tell you. We were taking our
vacation, gathering in the lost, the
strayed, and new member into the
fold for Jesus Christ. The True
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1926-01-14
OLD DEEDS RECORDED

Last month, Ella Vantyle and G.
NJ Vantyle, Harding, Pa, each filed
deeds made December 81, 1892, and
November "a, 1898, respectively, by
the Tygarts Valley Mineral & Oil Co.,
j. N. B. Grim, President, and ac-
knowledged before A. G. Dayton,
Notary Public. These lots lie in Sec
ton 3, blocks 10 and II, City of Be
lington.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1926-01-14

en- arm and damaged radiator. The
car was going at about Is miles an
hour, but had the car been going fast
er the boy would have been killed.
His head struck the radiator protect
ed by his cap bill. 1t was wonder
that he was not killed at that, as he
had large bruise across his forehead
where he hit the radiator. A hole
was broken in the radiator and leak
ing.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1926-01-14

w. d. WESTFALL DIES IN
BALTIMORE

w. D. Westfall, well known resi-
tent and business man of Belington,
Harbour County, w. Va. died, Thurs
Cay, January 7, 1926, in Baltimore,
Nd.
Mr.. Westfall had been i'll at his
home for several weeks and was re-
moved to John Hopkins Hospital,
shout four weeks prior to his death,
where he was undergoing Radium
treatments to restore him to health,
II was thought that his physical con-
clifton was steadily improving and
that he would soon be able to return
to his relatives and friends
His unexpected demise was caused
by Pneumonia contracted on
TIE day of his death.
Mr.. Westfall was born near Weston
Lewis County, May s, 1860, the son
Ct Samuel Westfall and Almira Caste
Westfall, both deceased.
His boyhood days were spent on
farm with his father and mother; at
the age Of 20 years he was united in
marriage to Martha Ellen Campbell
cf Upshur County. The early years
Of his married life were spent in Up
shur and Randolph Counties where he
was engaged in farming, and later in
ne construction of Railroads., Tun-
nels, and other difficult engineering
works in various sections of the coun-
try: about 1900 he moved his family
70 Barbour County, purchased farm
IN Valley district and resided there
for number Of years, later moving
TO Belington where he became engag-
ed in the Wholesale Feed and Flour
business under the firm name of
Westfall and Bolton. With the part
nership association, a wide circle of
friends, and a reputation Of unpre-
iudiced business dealings with the
fortunate and unfortunate, substan-
nal and successful business has been
built up which will be continued I'M
der the firm name of Westfall and
Bolton.
During his married life he met with
rsany STRUGGLES and vicissitudes but
overcame these obstacles courageous
" with the undying interest and de-
yotion of loving wife and compan-
lgn who was ever ready and capable
vi rendering invaluable advice and
assistance. who still survives, to-
gether with three sons and one
daughter; namely, George c. West
fall of Belington, Vassia L. Westfall
IF Clarksburg. William Ray Westfall
of New York, N Y, and Ethel West
fall Edmond of Belington, and one
sister, Mrs. John Harris of Elkins.
At the age Of % years he was con-
verified and joined the NJ P. Church in
Upshur County. He was a devoted
husband, kind father and good
Deighbor; a man full of energy and
sterling qualities whose JUDGMENT
was often sought by his many friends
and associates, all of whom will miss
MIN in their daily duties through life
Funeral services were held from
bis late residence in Belington, Sun
day, January 10th, officiated by Rev.
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1926-01-14
CARELESS BOY GETS STRUCK
BY CAR

Last week small boy, Sandy
Lyons, in Harding, was struck by a
passing automobile The boy was
coasting on the state highway, and
was in the habit of throwing UP his
hand at autoists passing the road;
this time he was not seen until the
car hit him, which resulted in a brol-
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f. A. Critics, Rev. j. F. Richardson,
and Rev. G. M. Sharps, after which
i1terment was made in Fraternal
Cemetery just below Belington
The Pail bearers were DR.. j. E.
Gibson, R. F. Rhinehart, Fulton
Booth, Clifford Sandridge, Okay J.
Broadwater, Henry Wilmoth; music
was furnished by male quartet
composed of c. |. Elder, w. w.
Thomas, Bernard L. Teter and Ralph
barrow.
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CARD OF THANKS

We desire to express our thanks to
our Friends and Neighbors who were
so kind and helpful during the i'll
ness and death of our dear husband
and father, we pray Heavens Richest
Blessings upon you all.
Mrs. Louisa Polling and Family
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PEACE AND PROSPERITY REIGN THROUGHOUT The ENTIRE TYGRTS VALLEY SECTION
ANTHRACITE COAL MINE OWNERSO QUIT
MEETING, LAYING BLAME ON UNION MEN

Latter Retcrt to Statement of Major
Irglis That Lewis Is Using Rule
ar Ruin" Policy; In Spite Of Cool
idgc's Attitude, Hope Persists That
He Will See Way Clear to Inter-
venes
Belington progressive. [volume] (Belington, W. Va.) 1912-1927, 1926-01-14

Bruce England is business visitor
in town today.
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CARD OF THANKS

We desire to thank the many
friends and neighbors who so kindly
assisted and favored US in many ways
during the sickness and death of our
beloved husband and. father, w. D.
Westfall.
Mrs. w. d. Westfall.
George C. Westfall
Vassia L. Westfall
William Ray Westfall
Ethel Westfall Edmond
Nj. G. Coonts of Mud Gut was in
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NJ. G. Coonts of Mud Gut was in
town today.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
WORCESTER DEMOCRAT, POCOMOKE CITY, MARYLAND

can keep an audience amused fol-
many minutes with her humorous sto-
ries; as lecturer, she never fails to
hold the attention of her hearers. She
is a clever speaker and an equally
clever cartoonist.
Miss Ward has had unique opportu-
mites of studying the American peo-
pie, and it is therefore of special in
terest that her subject for chautauqua
here will be "You Americans" This
lecture is an amusing commentary on
American life as it appears to the
outsider. 1t is always interesting to
"see ourselves as others see us" and
Miss Wards discussion is guaranteed
to give her auditors an Illuminating,
amusing, but always kindly view Of
themselves, which will send them
home we'll satisfied with the worth of
their evenings entertainment, and
more determined than ever to be wor-
thy of the flag under which they live.
Where Miss Ward has appeared be-
fore she will give an alternate lecture
"Faces in the Crowd"
One of the attractions at Pocomoke
City Chautauqua, August 10 to "a, in
elusive.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
ANNOUNCEMENT

To the Voters of Worcester County:
After due deliberation and because
of much urging on the part Of my
friends and associates, have decided
to become candidate for the Office
of Clerk of the Circuit Court for Wor-
cester County, subject to the wishes
of the voters to be expressed in the
coming Democratic Primary Election.
Believing that my experience of
nineteen years as Assistant Deputy,
and of two years as Chief Deputy
Clerk have properly qualified me for
the positinon, and believing further
that the people appreciate the cour-
teous and efficient service which I
have always endeavored to render, I
am convinced that they are fairmind-
ed enough to reward faithfulness
without regard to sex.
Should I be nominated and elected,
] pledge to the office my full time
and attention as heretofore given, and
to the people my best efforts to serve
them well. Respectfully,
BESSIE BOWEN,
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
ANNOUNCEMENT.

With cordial greetings to all the
voters of Worcester County, / take
this public means of ANNOUNCING to
those voters who intend to participate
Election, that l am candidate in that
Primary for the nomination of the
Democratic voters of this County for
the Office of Clerk of the Circuit
Court. / solicit your vote and, in adj
vance, / assure you that / shall give
hearty support to the ticket named in
the Democratic Primary Election.
J. SHILES CROCKETT,
June 10, 1926 Pocomoke City, Md.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
ANNOUNCEMENT.

To the Voters of Worcester County:
I hereby announce myself as can
didate for the office of Clerk of the
Circuit Court of Worcester County,
subject to the decision of the voters
in the Democratic primaries to be held
in September.
If nominated in the primaries, and
elected to fill this important office,
pledge myself to the faithful perform
ance of my duties, and to give my
most earnest endeavors to an admin
istration of the affairs of the office,
that will serve at all times the best
interests of the public.
I earnestly ask the support of my
party and friends, and will deeply ap-
preciate any effort in behalf Of my
candidacy.
Je-12-tf. J. EDWARD WHITE.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31

The "little Englishwoman with the
big message" is the way Ada Ward,
announced as one of the headliners
for Chautauqua week, first became
known to American audiences during
the war. But this dramatic little
woman, whose wonderful story of her
work in France during the early days
of the great conflict won enthusiastic
admirers everywhere she spoke, had
already earned an enviable reputation
as one of England's foremost lectur-
ers. Capable of discussing numerous
phases of many topics-literary, So
cial and educational-in a manner both
sincere and brilliant, Miss Ward has
been described as one of the most
valuable platform finds in recent
years.
Miss Ward is capable of filling
many roles. AS an entertainer, she
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
CHURCH OF ST. MARY THE
VIRGIN.

Calendar for August:
Every Sunday-Church school at
$50 A. M.
1st-Holy Communion at 7.30; Ev-
ening Prayer at 7.3O.
9Th - Friday = TRANSPORTATION
Holy Communion at $50.
10th-Holy Communion at 7.30;
Evening Prayer at 7.30.
15th-Holy Communion at 1890.
22d-Holy Communion at 7.30;
Morning Prayer at 1890.
24th-Tuesday - st. Bartholomew
Holy Communion at $50.
29th-Holy Communion at 7.30;
Litany an dAltar service at 1890.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31

Parksley is showing the way to the
rest of the Eastern Shore League
teams, and Easton is making all sorts
of trouble for the rest as we'll, too,
for the Spuds. Two games separate
the Farmers from the Virginians, and
Herzog is bending every effort to
bring his proteges out in front. The
season has about five weeks more to
go, and it will not be long before the
winner can be pretty definitely set
tied,
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
THE BIG PARADE.

"Just like seeing Is big headline
acts of vaudeville and more laughs
per minute" is the verdict of the vast
public which is reading the Is all
color comics every SundFE in the
New York American-the worlds
most widely read newspaper. Staged
by the cleverest cartoon artists in
America, this big parade of favorite
fun folk will prove most entertaining
to you as well.
The Sunday New York American is
the only place to find these merry
makers who tighten with laughter.
cut away and loosen smiles for young
and old.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
ANNOUNCEMENT

To the Voters of Worcester County:
/ hereby announce myself as can
didate for the office of States Attor-
ney for Worcester County, subject to
the decision of the coming Democratic
Primary Election.
March-27-tf. GODFREY CHILD.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
SPORT NEWS

Jim Corbett and Jim Jeffries are
fighting another battle just at pres
ent-a battle of words. 81. j." says
he once knocked 81. c." out when the
latter was training for his champion
ship battle with Bob Fitzimmons.
81. j." was a big boiler maker and
had gained some prominence as To-
cal boxer. He was called in to serve
N,as~a punching bag for ~. c., but he
was clipped on the chin a little too
hard by Gentleman Jim, and the boil
er maker boiled over with wrath, sail
ed into Corbett, finally reached the
chin, and the victim of Fitzimmons
went to sleep-according to 81. j."
Corbett counters on Jefferies as fol-
lows:
'sI knocked Jefferies out on that oc-
easion, and no one knows it any bet
: ter than he does. He fell into my
arms after taking stiff punching.
jeff didn't know the least thing about
boxing in those days; he couldn't have
hit me with handful of rice, let a.
lone his fists.
81 don't believe Jeff ever made the
statement that's credited to him. The
writer of the article misquotes him, |
believe, whether Intentional or not.
Jeff and l always have been good
friends and / don't think he would
have any object in saying anything
like that"
And there you are. There is just
one thing about this little disagree
ment-it will never be settled in the
ring. Press agents will never have
the opportunity to boost meeting be-
tween the two as a grudge fight. They
will never don the mits and ring toys
again. so no physical damage will be
done.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31

In the base ball world, the decided
slump of the Athletics has been the
subject of much discussion. After
sailing along until they had come
within 51s games of the Yankee lead
ers, they became weary and proceed
ed to drop seven straight contests.
This has practically put them out Of
the running, and no one would be sur
prised to see them finish in the Sec
ond division. The Yanks seem to have
recovered from their slump land are
safely located in first place by good
margin of percentage.
Babe Ruth is hitting the ball and
al this writing has scored his Both
home run. He has 20 more to hit be-
fore he equals his best record.
The Baltimore Orioles apparently
are headed for their seventh consecu-
tive pennant. The season finds the
teams more nearly punched than is
generally the case in July, but it
seems that whenever the Baltimore
aggregation wants to draw away they
have the punch to send their nearest
competitor little lower down the per-
centage column. Dick Porter, the
Eastern Shore representative on the
Orioles, has not been in the lineup
for some time owing to an operation
for appendicitis. Dick is heavy hit.
ter and no doubt Jack Dunno wants
to see him thoroughly recovered be.
fore he takes those heavy swings a,
the ball.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
ANNOUNCEMENT.

] hereby announce myself as a can
didate for the office of County Com
missioner, from the Second Commits
sioners District, subject to the decis-
ion of the coming Democratic Pri-
mary Election.
Jy-3-tf. JAS. B. ROBINS.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
ANNOUNCEMENT

To the Voters of Worcester County:
] hereby announce myself as can
didate for the office of County Com
missioner from the First Commission
ers' District subject to the decision of
the coming Democratic Primary Elec-
ticn.
Mch-27-tf. CHARLES L. MASON.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31

TIE sweet potato yield for Maryland
this year is forecast at 1,444,000 bu
on basis of July Is reported condition
says John S. Dennee, Federal crop es-
tinator for Maryland. Production
last season was 100000 bushels, and
the average of .harvets during the last
FIVE years is 100000 bushels. The
area planted to sweets has been en-
larged about 1000 acres this season
Jut .Saw condition is about points
below average. Weather has been toe
dry and too cool for the crop.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
FEED! FEED! FEED!

Just unloaded car of that good
Black Hawk middlings. Car of B. B.
L. Laying mash etc., in first of next
week. Inquire for prices at car door;
you will be surprised.
Je-5 B. F. STURGIS,
Phone 119 Poultry Eggs and Feed.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
BETHANY M. p. CHURCH.

BETHANY M. p. CHURCH.
10 A. M.-Sunday school and Adult
Bible classes.
II A. M.-Divine service and ser
mon.
7.15 P. M.-Christian Endeavor.
8 P. M.-Divine service and sermon.
Prayer service and short address on
Wednesday evening at 8 o'clock.
E. L. BUNCE, Minister.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
ANNOUNCEMENT

To the Democratic Voters of Worces-
ter County:
! wish to announce that I am a can
didate for the office of States Attor-
ney for Worcester county. subject to
the result of the coming Democratic
Primary Election.
3-27-tf. WILLIAM H. PRICE.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
ANNOUNCEMENT

To the Democratic Voters of WOrces.
ter County, Maryland:
I / hereby announce myself as can
didate for the office of County Treas
urer of Worcester County, subject to
the will of the people at the Demo
cratic Primary Election in September,
4-3-tf T. SPENCE SMITH.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH.

Sunday school, 10 A. NJ, r. H. Rob-
ertson, Supt.
Mems Bible Class, 10 A. M.
Mid-week service, Wednesday 7.30
P. M.
Ladies' Aid Society, 100 P. NJ, first
Thursday in each month.
Junior Aid Society-1st Tuesday in
each month.
Missionary Society, 7.30 PM, third
Thursday in month.
Willing Workers, 2.30 P. NJ, first
Wednesday in month.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31

In the fistic world, probable the
tentative matching of Dempsey and
Tunney contains the greatest interest.
Chicago is the place selected by Rick
ard for the match, but prior claim
on a go between Dempsey and Wills,
set forth by promoter Clements stands
in the way. Clements says he has a
contract made good by a money de-
post, for a meeting between Dempsey
and the colored man, and he is going
to press the agreement. If this be so,
then Richards arrangements are null
and void.
Dempsey says he is in fine shape for
any opponent and could fight today.
Tunney says he believes he will win,
and places much faith in the predic-
tons of his old Marine "buddies" who
told him he would be heavyweight
champion, when they saw him win ov-
er all contenders in France.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
TO THE VOTERS OF WORCESTER
COUNTY.

Having been urged by my friends
and associates, and after due consid-
GRAFTON, have decided to announce to
the Democratic voters of Worcester
county my candidacy for the office of
Clerk of the Circuit Court. shall ap-
preciate your vote.
EDWIN H. TAYLOR.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
ANNOUNCEMENT

To the Voters of Worcester County
/ hereby announce myself as can
didate for the office of County Com
missioner from the End Commission
ers' District subject to the decision Of
the coming Democratic Primary Elec-
ton.
May-22-tf. JOHN w. MUMFORD.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
AGRICULTURE

Ordinary cows in milk require about
1 ounce of salt a day, while heavy
producers need more. Many dairymen
mix it with grain, adding from 1 to 2
pounds to each 100 pounds of concen-
trates. In addition, salt is kept Access
sible. SO the cows can take more If
theL 1esire.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
Automobile Owners, Attention

This is to notify you that I have
opened an Automobile Duco paint
shop in the Clogg. building, Pocomoke
City, Md, and am prepared to give
first-class work, having attended the
Duco Painting School in Baltimore.
Your patronage will be appreciated.
Je-26-tf. E. T. WHITE.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
ANNOUNCEMENT

/ hereby announce myself as a can
didate for the office of Sheriff for
Worcester County, subject to the will
of the people as expressed in the COM
ng Democratic Primary election.
Feb-13-tf. LENNIE T. PARKS.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
ANNOUNCEMENT.

To the Voters of Worcester County:
l hereby announce myself as a can
didate for the House of Delegates for
Worcester County, subject to the de-
cision of the coming Democratic Pri-
mary Lection.
Je-26-tf. r. /. LEDNUM.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
IN THE CHURCHES.
BAPTIST CHURCH.

BAPTIST CHURCH.
Sunday School at 10 A. M.
IL A. M. and 7.3O P. NJ, Preaching
}! the pastor.
B. Y. p. u, at 700 P. M.
Prayer Meeting Wednesday evening
80 o'clock.
Pitts Creek-Sunday School. 2 p
M. Preaching at 8 P. M.
D. w. LITTLETON, Pastor.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1926-07-31
was q
revelation
to me!

FOR long time, I wouldn't admit that
anybody could tell me anything about
tobacco. I was satisfied with the brand
was smoking. At least, / thought I was.
And then one day, I borrowed pipe
load of Prince Albert from a fellow
passenger in the smoking-car.
To make long story short, that ex-
perience revised all my previous notions
about tobacco. The very first puff told
me that I had been missing something
good up till that moment. 1t was cool
and refreshing as breath of mountain
air. 1t was sweet and fragrant.