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Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23

William A. Humes Of New Yorl,
Clty Is visiting his parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. J. Harry Humes.
Miss Eleanor G. Hammond of viii
/ mington was the guest Of Miss Dor
othy Peet over the weekend.
Miss Estelle Wood of Glenville.
conn, spent the weekend with Mr..
ana Mrs. Harrison w. Lynch.
James H. Salevan. of AthOl, Mass,
Will spend this weekend with his
mother, Mrs. J. Frank Salevan.
Mr.. and Mrs. C. D. Holzmueller
spent the weekend with friends in
Montclair, N. J. They returned on
Tuesday.
Miss Patty Deakyne and Hall
Deakyne will spend this weekend
IN Denton with their aunt, Mrs. T.
Alan GOldsbOrOugh.
Miss Kitty Clements, a freshman
at Women's College, University of
Delaware. spent the past weekend
with her parents, Mr.. and Mrs. David
Clements.
Mrs. jamie Dawson, Mrs. Albert
Peterman of Milford and Mrs. 'Geor-
gia Taylor Of Greenwood were Phil
adelphia visitors last weekend, re-
turning home Sunday evening.
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George R. Andrews, editor and
publisher of the Edwardsburg Argus,
Of Edwardsburg, Michigan, accom-
panied by Mrs. Andrews, were re-
cent guests of Mr.. and Mrs. Wilbur
Mills.
Mrs. Austin Peet visited relatives
and friends in Philadelphia and Cam
den. N. J., over the weekend. She
attended the home coming at the
church where she was a member 80 /
years ago in Philadelphia. She at !
.ended the funeral of ]. H. PomrOy |
It Darby, Pa. and the funeral of A.
P. Hudson at Chester, Pa, while
way.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
A. A. A. NOTES

Tips" on safe driving practices
are given in a bulletin prepared by
the Delaware Automobile AssOcia-
tion, A. NJ. A. with the inexperienced
driver in mind, although, it is stated
they may be profitable also to motor
lists of long standing.
The bulletin follows:
When approaching a curve on a
slippery road, it is good driving
practice to start braking before the
car reaches the turn. Keep the We
hicle in gear and feed gas evenly
while rounding the curve. Releasing
the clutch under these conditions
may send the car into a skid.
The maximum bEaking effect is
obtained by applying the brakes gen.
tly at first, then evenly and firmly.
The competent driver never Jams
them on, realizing that such action
may cause a skid. especially on a
slippery road. In any event, the car
stops quicker if the wheels do not
slide. Tire marks on the highway
show that this rule Is often violated.
Always apply the brakes with the
car in gear. This gives double brak-
ing effect. because the accelerated
motor is a powerful aid in bringing
the car to a stop. Drivers who re-
lease the clutch simultaneously with
of the brakes put all the
strain on the braking mechanism.
Cars braked in this manner have a
to skid. but even If they do
not skid or swerve they cannot be
as quickly as they can by
bTaking in gear.
"In hilly country, the safest prac-
lice is to go into second gear in de-
scending grades. Many motorists ac-
customed to driving in level country
are imperiled on mountain roads be- !
cause they place too much depend |
snce upon brakes. Cars frequently
90 out of control, with disastrous re-
IUlts. Danger can be avoided by the
precaution of going into second
where highway signs warn of steep /
trades"
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
MUsEINGs AT ELECTION

Render unto Caesar the things
that are Caesars, and to God the
things that are Gods"
All men should remember that
Christ did not say do one thing or
the other. His advice is to do both.
Those OF us whose citizenship is
in Heaven" will do well to keep in
mind that our feet are still on the
earth. Therefore. while giving at
tention to the things of God, it be-
hoves us TO do what we can. while
we can, for our government. Every
Christian should render unto Cae-
sar the things that are Caesars"
II is at least equally important,
on the other hand. that the men
whose chief business and interest
Is political and governmental should
be mindful Of their spiritual obliga-
tions. Let them never forget to
render ITO God the things that are
Gods" Only in proportion as they
do that will liberty be guaranteed
and a Government Of the People.
by the People. For the People" be
maintained! G. 9. g.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
NEW CENTURY CLUB

Mrs. Oliver V. James was chair
man of the program at the Milford
New Century Club on Monday. 1t was
Bible Day and the guest speaker
was DIR. Frank Herson whose sub
ject was What to Believe in the Bi-
ble." DR.. Herson subdivided his talk
into "Why We Need the Bible; What
We Mean by the Bible, and What the
Bible Can Do for U.s." Mrs. Clyde
Nelson was guest spiOist and. sang
"The 21st Chapter of Revelations"
and "The 23rd Psalm" She was ac-
companied at the piano by Mrs. Har-
ry MulhOlland.
The Kent County Institute was an
nOunced by the president, Mrs. F.
Burgette Short for November 5 and
will be held in Smyrna. Mrs. Short
is hoping for a good representation
from Milford for that meeting.
Mrs. S. NJ. D. Marshall, Mrs. Kath-
crime Marshall and Mrs. Remsen
Barnard were reinstated in the club
as members, while Mrs. Frank r.
Grier, Mrs. Wilmer Lankford, Miss
Frances Lammey and Mrs. Gene
Pratt were elected to membership of
the club.
Next week the regular meeting
will be held in the evening at 1880.
Il will be an open meeting and there
will be a style show. Mrs. Max Co
hen will be chairman for the meet
ing.
The members of the club chorus
will meet in the club rooms on Mon
day at 8 o'clock for a rehearsal.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
CHECK-UP MADE ON
LEGUME CROPS In KENT
[Conlianed from - Paael

ICoHfiaEed from First Psgel
With reference to the agricultural
situation in this county, the pro-
gram planning committee last spring
recommended that about 10 per cent
OF the crop land which formerly has
been producing soil depicting crops
be diverted into soil building crops
for the proper maintenance Of soil
fertility. This committee Of repre-
sentative farmers considered these
recommendation advisable IN rela-
tion to the program for the read
justment Of our farming practices
and the better balancing Of prOduc-
tiOn Of our major crops. Later in the
summer the soil conservation pro-
gram was offered to farmers under
the direction of the United States De-
partment of Agriculture, and the
recommendations Of the county pro-
gram planning committee cOincided
very closely with the plans Of this
new agricultural program of the
Federal Government.
WANh NAS AD5AAAG olS4
survey is made this fall, therefore,
It will be interesting to observe the
acreage which has been planted this
past year, and no doubt these fig
ures will show an increase in the
acreage Of not only pasture and hay
crops, but also of those crops seed
ed for soil improvement purposes.
OF the various legumes grown in
Kent county, these surveys have
shown that scarlet clover is of out
standing Importance and heads the
list of acres being seeded to this
group of farm crops, while alfalfa |
and lespedeza rank second in acre
age. Many farmers in Kent county |
seeded these legumes this past year
in connection with the soil cOnserva-
tion program, and in all probability !
a greater number will participate In
the 1887 program which will be an
nOunced within a few weeks.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
H. W. ADAMS GUILTY
OF MANSLAUGHTER
Confined from First Pegel

[COntinHed from First Psgel
then left the store, followed several
minutes later by Adams carrying a
single barrel shotgun, Bunting re-
lated.
From that time on until the shoot
ing. the stories of the Bunting bro
theirs and Adams andNhis mother con-
fiict. According to Harris Bunting,
when the gun went of Otis Bunting
was five feet away from the store
keeper. According to Adams testi-
mOny, he pointed the gun at the
youth after he jumped at him when
ordered of the store porch.
Adams said the gun was accidently
while he was warning
the boys to leave but denied any
knowledge of pulling the trigger.
The load penetrated Otis Bunting's
chest.
Deny Being Ordered Away
The Bunting brothers denied that
Adams had ordered the group to
leave the store, declaring the only
was over the sale Of beer.
Adams, on crOss-examinatiOn, said
he refused to sell because his stock
at that time was not cold.
Both in direct testimony and un-
der crOss-examination, the merchant
denied he intended to shoot any
of the group.
Chief Justice Daniel J. Layton Of
presided, with Judge w.
W. Harrington and Judge Charles S.
Richards on the bench.
The jury was composed of Robert
D. Lingo, Phineas L. MeCabe, Isaac
L. Smith, James Paul Hastings, Rob
srt B. Elliott, George F. Swain, Chas.
l. Hudson, Milton V. Cannon, Walter
P Monroe, William Harry Brown,
L. McIlvaine and Charles
Parker.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
E. NJ. DAVIS ENTERTAINS

What was considered one Of the
highlights of the present campaign
in lower Delaware was the delight
ful dinner given by Edward M. Davis
at his splendid estate "Sunnybrae," +"
Milford, Wednesday evening. When
prominent Republicans from Kent
and Sussex Counties were his guests
at full course turkey dinner.
The dinner brought together Re-
pubIicans who are in constant touch
with the present political situation.
Following the excellent dinner Mr..
Davis. the genial host, presided as
postmaster, and called on several
present for a few remarks, all of
which met with hearty applause and
all of which predicted glorious Re-
publican victory on November Srd.
Before leaving the guests gave
Mr.. Davis a rOusing vote Of thanks
for his hospitality, and an evening
we'll sDent.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
Local And State NeuOs

Be sure and visit our fancy booth
on November IL and 13 at the M. p
Church.
There will be a turkey supper at
Milford Neck Church Wednesday,
Oct. 2Sth from $50 on. Price SOC
including desert.
The Woman's Home Missionary
Society will hold its regular month
ly meeting in the chapel, Tuesday,
October q, at 2:30 p. m.
Please note the change in dates
of the annual bazaar and supper at
the NJ. P. Church will be November
II and 13.
The Mite Society of the Presbyter-
ian Church will hold their annual
supper and bazaar on Wednesday,
1S, in the church. Don't
forget the date.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
HIGH SCHOOL NEWS

The Junior-SeniOr High School
held their regular assembly on We'd
nesday morning al o'clock. The
program was prepared by Mr.. Cur
tbs Williams. The Program consist
ed Of radio broadcast entitled "The
Martin Family Vacation" The fol-
lowing people took part: Marjorie
Mulholland, Pierce MalOney, DOrO-
thy Morris, Marion Kramlich, Ed
ward Murphy, Rena Tucker, Bar
bara Bennett and Helen Farley. II
was very much enjoyed by the stu
dents. A quintet comprised of
Hayes Diekerson. Earl williams,
Billy Adkins, Logan LeCOmpte, sax
Ophones, and Frank Mick clarinet,
with Miss Horn as accOmpanist
played Sing, Sing, Sing" and a san
encore 'The Woltz You Played For
Me-" The student body sang the
new school song, Cheer For Old
Milford" words composed by Flor
ence Tease.
The program was as follows;
Hymn, 20. Worship the King"
Bible reading, read by Elizabeth
Cleaver
Lords prayer.
Patriotic song, "star spangled
Banner"
Flag salute, led by Ben Wilson.
Introduction. Barbara Bennett.
Radio broadcast, students OF 1912. |
Saxophone and clarinet group, !
Sing, Sing. Sing"
Song, Cheer For Old Milford"
Song, Smiles"
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
STOCKLEY TO ASK
INCREASED FUND

CONTINUED from First Page1
there were no funds for mainte-
nance of the additional properties.
This could not have been provided
for by the Legislature because it
was not known the PWA funds
would be provided until after the
Legislature had adjourned.
The colony at present is caring
for 1872 persons, according to How
ard T. Ennis, the superintendent. He
said there is a waiting list of be-
tween 200 and 300, and several of
these cases are urgent. When open
ed for use the two new cottages will
accommodate so patients each. The
additional appropriation to be asked
of the Legislature will be for main
tenance Of the two new buildings.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
W. c. t. U. TO HAVE
COVERED DISH DINNER

Next Tuesday evening, October ~,
the members of the Milford w. c,
4. U. will have a covered dish din
ner at S o'clock in the chapel
Every member is urged to bring
a covered dish, a friend and fifteen
cents for herself and as much for
the friend.
This is the regular autumn get-to-
gether meeting of the organization,
and reports of delegates from the
State Convention, which convenes IN
Wilmington. October 21-23. win be
heard; also greetings from pastors
and guests will add to the interest
of the occasion.
Every White Ribboner come with
friend, Tuesday evening at six
O'Clock, in the chapel.
The Milford w. c. T. U. sent a
goodly delegation to the State Con-
vention in SiIverbrook Church, VIII
mington, on October 21-23.
Mrs. Eliza Wells Bennett as pres
ident of the Union, took as delegates
and co-workers, Mrs. Virgie Hall.
Mrs. Rose Hart, Mrs. Laura Norris
and Mrs. Bertha M. Carey These
persons will each bring hack her
own quota Of convention items and
present the same to the members
and friends at the covered dish din
ner next Tuesday evening, October
%. at s o'clock in the chapel
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
Thirty Years Ago
Taken from 1906 Files Of the
Milford Chronicle

Harry B. Thaw of Philadelphia has
been a Milford visitor.
Thos. Hart of Georgetown was in
town on Saturday last for the pur-
pose of looking after his uncle's in
terest in the lot contiguous to the
Milford depot, which the town is con-
templating purchasing for a park.
Mrs. James Salmons of Wilmington
accompanied by her daughter, has
been the guest of her parents, Mr..
and Mrs. William G. Herring the past
week.
Capt. Murphy who is now employed
with Geo. Fisher Pierce has been Of
fered the position of captain on the
Clyde Line at salary Of 500 per
month.
Steward Walton who resides near
town has accepted a position with
the Mt Hartford Lithia Water Com
pany of Maine, and left on Monday to
take up his new duties.
Miss Lena StaytOn has been in
Philadelphia this week making her
purchases for the fall and winter
season.
Do not get the Dover Singing So
ciety confused with the Wesley
Chorus, it is an entirely different
thing.
The work on Railroad Avenue
bridge is progressing as rapidly as
could be expected, but it will be some
time before the bridge will be ready
to use.
W. B. Pine Of Camden, who is do
ing so much concrete work in town
has just laid concrete walks for
George H. Draper and Daniel Hirsch.
He also has the contract to lay pave
ments of concrete for Colonel Theo-
dOre Townsend, Bethuel Mills, Mrs.
Anne P Williams and DR.. James
The Delaware State Grange, Pa
irons of Husbandry will convene in
annual session at Newark, Del, on
December 8, 8 and 10. This is ex-
Iected to be one Of the largest meet
ngs ever held, because of the grow
ng interest in the workings Of the
,rder.
Notwithstanding the cooler weather
many hogs in the vicinity of Milford
re sick with the cholera, and now
md then a few of them succumb to
he dread malady. It is thought
however, with the coming Of cooler
Weather that the disease will lessen
o a great extent in this vicinity.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23

The Millwood Sunshine Society
will meet Thursday, Oct. 29th in
Mi1lwoOd Hall at D. m.
The Ladies Aid Society Of Mill
wood will have a supper in the Mill
wood Hall, Friday, November S.
Watch the paper next week for the
menu.
The members of the PocahOntas
Lodge will hold a rummage sale in
the store formerly occupied by PEI
terman's, in the Coopersmith Build
ing this Saturday, October "a. They
solicit your patronage.
LOvett's nurseries, at Milford, has
donated shrubbery to Nanticoke Post
No. 6, American Legion, Seaford, for
the beautifying of the grounds sur
rounding their log cabin home on
the Front Street highway.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
EFFICIENCY In STATE
GOVERNMENT IS SEEN

[C0sfisned from First PsgeJ
of the last year Of the Democratic
administration in Delaware, there
was a balance in the hands Of the
treasurer Of S4S,s7577, with capital
liabilities OF s769,75O, whereas after
almost 36 years under Republican
administration we have a balance Of
nearly S4,50O,000 in the treasury,
S61, 100000 in current and capital as
sets, and owe only $3,3O0,00O," even
though many new departments have
been created to assist citizens, Mr..
Williams declared.
The Republicans Outstanding rec
crd could not have been accomplish
ed unless those entrusted with the
administration of State affairs dur
ing these years had been honest and I
efficient" Mr.. Williams said.
He urged his audience to support /
the Republican ticket.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
GRANGE FAIR
OPENS TODAY
27th Annual AFFAIR Expected To Be
Best In Organizations History

/ S1th Annual Amalf Expected TO Be
Best In Organizations History
The 9th annual Milford Grange
Fair and Community Bazaar will
open tonight in the Grange Hall with
a turkey supper served by the ladies
of the organization in true Grange
style. TickeJs for the supper may be
obtained from any granger. The
fair will continue through Saturday,
closing Saturday night at 10 o'clock.
OF special interest will be the
splendid fruit and vegetable exhibit.
Entries in this exhibit are free to
all with the following rules govern
ing the exhibition:
The names of the grower and of
the exhibitor must be on each entry
tag. Entries will be judged Friday
morning by C. R. Snyder and B. V.
Carmean, Sussex county agricultur-
al agents.
Entry list for grains and vege-
tables:
No. best ten (lO) ears of corn
of each variety.
No. 2-Best single ear of corn of
each variety.
No. BEST peck of seed of its
kind.
No. 4-Best five-eighths basket of
any vegetable without tops of it's
kind.
No. 5-Best bunch of vegetables |
with tops tiled firmly of its kind.
No. 6-Best sheaf of cured forage
-four inches in diameter and tied
hrmly).
No. Heaviest single vegetable of
It's kind. 4
No. 8-Tallest stalk of corn, sun
flower or castor bean.
Admission to the exhibit is free.
Everyone is welcomed. Several
booth will sell candies. pies. cakes
and produce.
Howard r. Moore is chairman in
charge of the fair.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
FELLOWSHIP BIBLE NOTES

Wednesday evening, Oct 14th the
Fellowship Glass met in the chapel
for their first social beginning the
fall season. Mrs. Bethuel Mills and
Mrs. Arcade Ingrave, presided and
opened the meeting with devotional
exercises. after which Mrs. Mills
read the minutes of the last meeting.
Reports were read of the summer
doings and current events were dis
cussed. The class is preparing a box
for the Strawbridge Home for Boys.
Thanks to Mrs. Lindale for putting
up the fruit, a number Of baskets of
her pears which she canned. All
members contributed literally to this
cause.
Mrs. Num-, teacher. was proud Of
the results of the calendar parties
which were started in the spring
and are still continuing, the proceeds
therefrOm amounted to a goOdly sum
which will be added 10 the church
building fund. The class is making
every effort to bring in more MEM
bers. Several names have been add
ed to the class book.
Miss Lydia Abbott and Mrs. Potter
Coffin were elected TO visit the sick
and absentee members for the COM
ing month; also a corresponding sec
retary is TO be appointed. Please
bring Mite boxes to next social, Mrs.
Sally Davis left a contribution for
his cause.
At the close of the business meet
ng ice cream, doughnuts, and Crab
I'm crackers were served by the
The next social will be
leld the first Wednesday in Novem-
YER.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
ERSONAbS

Mrs. F. Burgette short was in
Philadelphia a few days this week.
Miss Sara Grier and Miss Mary
McCabe will spend this weekend in
New York City.
Mr.. and Mrs. Joshua Bennett, Jr.,
we're the guests Of relatives in VIII
mington last weekend.
Mrs. Laura Bethards and daughter
of MaplewOOd, N. j., visited Mr.. and
Mrs. William Bethards on Friday.
Mrs. H. H. woodrow and Miss
Mary Sharp will spend this week
end in Philadelphia and New York
City.
Mr.. and Mrs. Albert Smith and
children of G1enville, Conn.,, spent
the weekend with Mr.. and Mrs.
Harrison w. Lynch.
Mr.. and Mrs. Herman Johnson and
Mrs. John G. Sharp will spend this
weekend in Washington as the
guests of Mr.. and Mrs. ]. Gordon
Kellogg.
Mrs. Theodore Townsend with her
daughter. Mrs. ]. ]. Hanly, returned
to Rochester. N. Y, on Friday. after
several days with Mr.. and
Mrs. Henry W. Harrington.
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Mr.. and Mrs. Freeman Bennett and
Mr.. and Mrs. Elredge Ingram spent
last week in Cleveland, Ohio, and
Detroit, Mich. While there they Wis
tied the HudsOn-Terraplane factory.
%
Mrs. George H. Hall and Mrs. /
Della Hall Deakyne will leave for (
City tomorrow. Mrs. Dea- /
I5yne will return on Tuesday, but /
Mrs. Hall will stay for a longer
time
Mr.. and Mrs. George H. Draper
we're in New York City on Tuesday
and Wednesday. Tomorrow with
Mrs. George H. Draper, Mrs. Ida
Draper and Stephen Draper, they
will go to Mercersburg. Pa. where
hey will visit George H. Draper. Jr. u
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
Sussex Pomona Grange
Met At DeLRlGr Oct. Is

The Sussex County Pomona
Grange was in session at Delmar on
Thursday, October Is. Meeting was
called to order by the Worthy PO-
mona Master Walter Mills of
Greenwood. After singing Home,
Sweet Home" and reading of min
utes, reports Of various oranges were
then given. Prospects of a number
of winter activities we're advanced.
The Pomona Grange was then re-
cessed until after lunch which was
served by Delmar patrons. At 1870
p. m. the Pomona Lecturer. Mrs.
Huldah Willis, of Milford Grange, in
trOduced Mrs. Bess Shew, State eco
nomic chairman. who gave a recita-
tiOn on 'eThe House by the Side of
the Road"
The guest speaker of the after
noon was DR.. Woodbridge Morris.
State director of maternal and child
health, who discussed Common
Sense Health Rules" A paper, on
Flowers on the Farm Home" was
read by Mrs. Edgell of Greenwood.
A radio number was given by
Of Reliance Grange.
An account of her attendance at
he Middle Atlantic Lecturers Con-
'erence at College Park. Nd. was
'ery Interestingly given by Worthy |
Pomona Lecturer Mrs. Huldah Will
is.
The Pomona Grange will be the
suest Of Broad Creek Grange in /
January.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
DELAWARE OFFICER WINS Eel.
LOWSHIP AT TRAFFIC SCHOOL

Joseph L. Lingo, manager Of the
Georgetown Office Of the Motor We
hicle Department was one of seven
officers awarded scholarship for a
years course Of study at the North
western University Traffic Safety In
stitute at Evanston, Ill.
More than 100 candidates sought
the contest awards, offered by the
Kemper Foundation for Traffic Pe-
lice Training. Lingo was the only
successful applicant in the East.
OFFICER Lingo made application
through Commissioner Walter Dent
Smith for the Fellowship. The ex-
animation on September 25th was
conducted by C. Wyld, representing
the Kemper Foundation. At the
same time other examinations OF
other applicants took place in %
states.
Milford chronicle., 1936-10-23
BREYERS NOTES

In the good old days, when witch
es and elves and goblins were not
just Halloween visitors but every
day neighbOrs, like the JOneses
across the street-every self-re-
specting village possessed a Wishing
Well. If you wanted something aw-
fully bad. such as green silk gown
or a puTseful of gold, or a Prince
Charming to ride up and ask your
hand in marriage, you simply went
to this Well and made a wish. And
your wish came true. At least it al
ways did in the old tales.
This year the Breyer Ice Cream
Company has revived this beautiful
old legend to give just the right
touch of mystery to your Halloween
party to make it a bowling success.
Breyers is putting out a Wishing
Cake" made of delicious ice cream.
On the top are ten ribbons leading
to a Wishing Well. Imagine your
guests, breathless with excitement
and curiosity, as each takes rib
bon and makes a wish. They pull
and behold the answer to each wish,
in the shape of an intriguing little
souvenir. The cake is large enough
to serve ten persons.
You may also have individual por-
tions of ice cream in such festive
shapes as witches. pumpkins, cats
and other Halloween symbols. Or
ders for the Wishing Cake or the in
aividual servings are being taken by |
Breyer dealers, or you may tele-
phone the nearest Breyer Office. Your
order, packed in dry ice, will be de-
Iivered to your home on Halloween.