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Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

In an accounting of the forward
march of local business enterprises,
mention must necessarily be made of
Harmon's Crab House, West Ocean
City and Harmon's Fish Market, Tai
bot and Philadelphia AYES, both of
which are highly valued throughout
this region for their ethical business
policies and progressive management.
Established IL years ago, the success
and growth of these firms has been
attributed to the capable direction of
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
George Washington Hotel Serves Under New Management

hospitable and friendly spirit of the
establishment guarantee visitors an
enjoyable stay.
An enviable reputation has been
won by this modern hostelry during
it's years of fine service, and Mr.. and
Mrs. Ball plan to continue to uphold
the traditions of the establishment
in addition to adding their own pro-
gressive principle of hotel manage
ment.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
Hotel Majestic Famed Area Fayorite

An unbeatable combination in the
hotel field is the spirit of friendliness
and genial hospitality together with
finely cooked food, and in this re-
spect. the Hotel Majestic, Boardwalk
and 9TH Sts., Ocean City, has proven
itself worthy of it's tremendous sue
ces. Established Is years ago, the
hotel has steadily increased in pop-
ularity under the sagacious direction
of Mr.. c. Parker Smith, who has been
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

Echoing the unaffected spirit OF
hospitality and genial friendliness of
the local area, the Hotel Stephen De-
catur, Boardwalk at 18th St., Ocean
City, Nd, has been widely acclaim
ed as the official host to visitors to
this region. Built in 1880, this mod
ern hostelry is now in its 18th sue
cessful season, and has steadily pro-
crossed to it's present important posi-
ton in the field under the capable d.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
Atlantic Hotel Under New Management

and constructed the new building on
the same site at that time.
Catering especially to a family
trade, the establishment also well
comes parties, banquets and similar
groups of all sizes. Two hundred
pleasant, homelike sleeping rooms are
part of the hotels complete service.
Seventy five people are employed in
the operation of the enterprise, which
offers comfortable seating facilities
for 400 in the dining room.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

eliminating travellers as an outstand-
ing example of proper hotel manage
ment.
Accommodations for 100 guests are
available at the hotel, which offers
dining facilities for as many as 200
people. Only the finest foods is
served at the establishment, which
has gained an enviable reputation as
one of the leading hotels in this area.
Mrs. Ludlam also operates the famed
Ludlam Apartments on BALTIC Ave-
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
Hotel Stephen Decatur Area Host

rection of Mr.. Earl E. Conley, Man
ager.
The establishment features 60 neat,
comfortable sleeping rooms, and Of
fers adequate dining facilities for 120
people. The hotel, which is noted
for it's pleasant, wholesome atmos-
phere, caters to a family trade, and
extends a cordial invitation to parties
and similar group to avail themsel-
yes of it's hospitality. Thirty-eight
people assist in the operation of this
highly valued enterprise.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

ued progress and expansion under her
capable direction.
The Inn, which features "a clean,
we'll appointed rooms, has won and
held a large, discriminating clientele
through it's unaffected spirit of hos
pitality and whole hearted friendly
atmosphere. Dining accommodations
for 115 people are available at the
hotel, which fully merits the respect
and esteem with which it is regarded
throughout the region.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
Britt's Poultry Market Boon To Area

The firm, which fully merits the
high regard and support accorded it,
offers for sale freshly dressed chick
ems, cold meat cuts, butter, cheese,
eggs, etc. Two people find gainful
employment in the business, which
makes prompt delivery in the section.
This modern poultry market has won
the esteem of local civic leaders
through its cooperation with worthy
community projects.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
A. O. Lynch Noted Business Leader

Friendly dealing and reliable SER
vice are necessary adjuncts to the
success of any business, and the re-
cognition of these progressive prin-
ciples has led to the outstanding sue
cess of the A. o. Lynch enterprises,
Harbor Rdd., West Ocean City, Md.
Established six years ago, the COM
pany is under the personal supervis-
ion of Mr.. A. o. Lynch, who former
ly operated a store for 81 years in
frankfort, Delaware, where he Off
ciated as President Of the frankfort
Canning Co for 13 years, and served
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

as a Director of the First National
Bank for over a IL year period.
The firm, which carries the slogan
Lynch For Everything" deals in
groceries, general merchandise, bait,
tackle, cold beer, auto and marine
gasoline and oil, etc. From eight to
ten employees assist Mr.. Lynch, who
also operates a trailer camp and rents
four apartments with II comfortable
sleeping rooms. An added activity of
this well known business leader is the
fishing cruiser "Miown", which leaves
at 8 A. M. and returns at A P. M.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

Bringing to this area the inherent
traditions of fine service and sincere
hospitality since the 10th century, the
Atlantic Hotel, Boardwalk at Somer-
set ST., Ocean City, continues to oper-
ate under the same principles which
have contributed to its remarkable
success. This model hostelry was
founded in 1876, and is under the able
management of DR.. Charles w. Pur-
nell, who took it over Is years ago
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

Ambrose M. Ball, who promise to in
augurate many additional comforts
and conveniences to assure the utmost
satisfaction to the many regular pa
irons of the hostelry.
The large dining room of this ia
nous hotel offers adequate accommo-
dations to 300 people, and is widely
known for its fine, lastly prepared
dishes. One hundred and twenty six
comfortable rooms together with the
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

Bringing to this section the inher-
ent tradition of fine hotel service over
a period of many years, the George
Washington Hotel, Boardwalk and
10th ST., Ocean City, continue to OPP
crate under the same principles which
have caused its remarkable success
since it's original establishment.
Founded about 10 years ago, the en-
terprise is presently under it's first
year of management by Mr.. and Mrs.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

Playing major role in the lighter
side of local social activity, Jackson's
Casino, Boardwalk, between 9th and
10th, Ocean City, continues to operate
under the same progressive principles
which have contributed so much to its
outstanding success. Established in
1881 by the brothers, Bob and Charles
Jackson, this noted night club won in
slant acceptance from it's many ap-
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
Davis and Lynch Fish Company Area Asset

direction of Mr.. J. Edwin Davis and
Mr.. Levin D. Lynch, partners.
The enterprise utilizes its adequate
facilities in the catching of all kinds
of fish, and operates in full accord
with the best civic interests of the
area. Twenty-Five people assist in
the successful operation of the enter
prise. Both Mr.. Davis and Mr.. Lynch
are noted as authorities in the field,
having had wide experience prior to
the establishment of the present firm.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
Hastings Hotel Offers Ideal Accommodations To Visitors

nue.. This beautiful building was con-
structed in the past year, and features
IA modern apartments with all the
latest innovations and facilities.
The Hastings Annex is a newly re-
built building which has been COM
pletely renovated and a modern oil
heating system installed for the
greater convenience of it's tenants.
The Annex is ideal for winter occu-
pancy, and inspection is solicited by
the management.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
Del-Mar-Va Tourist Cottage Noted

Enjoying an enviable reputation
among discriminating people who de-
mand the best in good things to eat
and drink, the Del-Mar-Va Tourist
Cottage, West Ocean City, is regard
ed as one of the outstanding enter
prises Of its kind in the region. Found
ed five years ago, the establishment
has gained tremendous popularity I'M
der the personal supervision of Mrs.
Halle Costoplos, genial proprietress.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
WHO'S WHO and WHAT'S WHAT i'm OCEAN CITY, MD.
Harmon's Sea Food Houses Criterion

Mr.. Don c. Harmon, widely known
business and civic leader.
The Fish Market serves as a retail
outlet, featuring all fish and seafood,
and has gained an enviable reputation
as one of the leading enterprises Of
it's kind in the area. The source Of
supply of the Crab House is divided
between the purchase of crabs from
others, and the utilization of the firms
facilities in catching the crabs them
selves. From eight to 20 people find
gainful employment in the business
under ideal working conditions.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
acksons Casino Popular Rendezvous Floor Show Nightly

This model establishment offers a
good, clean floor show nightly, fea-
turing the leading figures of the en-
tertainment world. All types of tas-
thy prepared food are served to the
discriminating patronage of the Club,
in addition to light wines and beer at
the bar. Sixty two people are en-
ployed in the successful operation of
this widely acclaimed enterprise.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

Where the welcome mat is always
in evidence and the spirit of friendli-
ness prevails, an appreciative patron
age is certain to be found, and this
fact is doubly true Of the Villa-Nova
Tourist Cabins and Cafe, West Ocean
City, Md. This model enterprise is
conducted by Mr.. I. VILLAIN, his wife,
Mrs. Connie VILLAIN and their children
Anthony, Benny, Angelo, Samuel
Frank and Rosanna.
Established one year ago, the firm
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
The Sandbar Noted AS Gay Mite Club

Enjoying merited popularity thru
out this region, the Sandbar, located
on Mar-Del Rd., mile N. of Ocean
City, has come to be regarded as the
ideal meeting place for both young
and old in this locality. A pleasant
enjoyable evening is always assured
at this modern night club, which has
been widely acclaimed for it's excel
lent variety of tasty dishes.
Featuring a lively, entertaining
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
Vlla-Nova Tourist Cabins Acclaimed

features 20 modern cabins and one
large cottage, and offers seating IA
cilities for 300 people in the cafe,
which serves a complete line of beer
and wine, and is noted for its delicious
platters and it's speciality of 1000
pure Italian Spaghetti. The company
also operates the I. Villain and Sons
Department Store, which was found
ed in Philadelphia, transferred to
Ocean City, in 1924, and is now To-
Gated in Berlin.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

Outstanding among local business
enterprises, the Davis and Lynch Fish
Co., Harbor Rd., Ocean City, is a
notable example of success and
growth which has been achieved thru
a continued policy of ethical dealing
and efficient operation. Established
seven years ago, the firm has pro-
crossed to it's present enviable posi-
ton in the field under the sagacious
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

This widely acclaimed tourists
mecca caters to the finest clientele
ana offers its guests a selection Of
III modern cottages, many of which
include cooking conveniences. Facili-
ties OF this ideally conducted enter
prise include dining accommodations
Tor 90 people, in addition to delicious
LASTLY prepared food. Three people
1lnd gainful employment in the bust
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

past IL years. -01 'ne
Offering complete hotel accommo-
cations, the establishment features SA
pleasant, comfortable sleeping rooms
IN addition large we'll anno;ntaJ
dining room with seating facilities fo,.
I0C people. Recognized by discr;n; MI
mating people as an ideal stonn;ns~
place, the hotel has gained an ar
vlable reputation for its fine fac;i;
ties and progressive management
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

Efficiently operated business enter;
prises are a boon to the continued
success and growth of any commun-
ity, and it is the consideration of this
fact which causes the local citizenry
to support and esteem BIRTHS Poultry
Market, PIG BALTIC. Ave., Ocean City
established on May goth, 1941 by Mr.
Lester R. Britt, this enterprise has
enioyed remarkably rapid growth and
popularity under his progressive man
agement.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

preciative patrons.
Famed as a popular rendezvous and
meeting place, the establishment
caters to large family trade, includ-
ing local residents and the thousands
of vacationists at this resort. Only
the finest food is served at the Ca
sino, which offers the largest facili-
ties for dining in the city, comfortably
seating 600 people for meals.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
Ocean City Dairy Area Health Factor

Playing an important part in the
maintenance of the food health of 10
cal residents, the Ocean City Dairy,
between 7th and 9Th Sts., Ocean City,
has gained an enviable reputation
throughout the community as great
contributor to the area welfare.
Founded IL years ago on small scale
by Mr.. Lester Esham, the enterprise
has extended it's operations consider
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

recognition under the capable man.
agement of Mrs. Nadine Harrison and
her brother, Mr.. John H. Farlow
partners.
Founded 20 years ago, the hostelry
has operated under its present man.
agement for seven seasons, and dur
ing that time has gained the leader
ship of it's field in this region. Oper-
ating as a 100 room hotel, the estab-
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

floor show every night at 1880, the
establishment has won and held a
large, discriminating patronage. On
special occasions the management
adds to the revelry of the evening by
presenting another floor show at 1880
A. M. This progressively operated
night club is highly regarded by fun
loving people throughout this region
for its fine food and gay, entertaining
atmosphere.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

It's continued expansion and growth.
Much of the banks success is at
tributed to the sound administrative
policies of its officers: Mr.. Leven d.
Lynch, President; Mr.. Frank w
irultt, Cashier; and Irma K. Num-
ford, Assistant Cashier. Two people
are employed in the operation of the
ga <, which continues to expand it's
service in keeping with the growth of
the community. W "
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

and offers curb service for the CON-
venience of it's patrons.
Noted for it's pleasant, wholesome
atmosphere, the enterprise caters to
parties, banquets and similar groups
in its second floor dining room, which
seats over 100 people. Twenty-Five
people assist in the operation of the
business, which also serves beer to a
large, appreciative patronage.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

ably, presently utilizing IL trucks,
which cover the entire area, assuring
prompt delivery.
The company offers only the purest
dairy products, including pastuerized
milk, cream, cottage cheese, butter
milk, chocolate milk, whipped cream,
etc. Thirteen people find gainful en-
ployment in the operation of the dairy,
which is open to the public for in
spection at all times.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
c. P Chopper Fish and Oyster Co. Criterion In Field tt

transported throughout the Peninsula
and into New Jersey.
Twenty boats are operated by the
firm, which offers gainful employ
ment to so local people under ideal
working conditions. A debt of graft
tude is owed this progressive COM
pany for it's willing contribution to
all worthy community projects.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
Bank OfOcean CityVitaIToArea

One of the most important insti-
tutions in the life of any community
is sound, reliable bank, and it is
the recognition of this fact which has
led to the whole hearted regard and
support accorded to the Bank of Ocean
City, BALTIC Ave., Ocean City. Estab-
lished in February, 1915, this progress
sive financial institution brings to this
area the inherent traditions of relia-
bility and service which have marked
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
Shoreham Hotel Famed Area @Yorte Noted For Fine Food

lishment makes 80 pleasant, homelike
sleeping rooms available to it's ap-
preciative patronage.
Adequate facilities for seating 200
people are available in the large, well
appointed dining room, which is high
ly valued for it's excellent, lastly pre-
pared dishes. From 40 to As en-
ployees assist in the successful oper-
alton of this modern hotel.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

Successful industrial enterprises of
long establishment tend to impart their
own stability to the surroundings in
which they are found, and it is for
this reason that the c. P. Chopper
Fish and Oyster Co., S. Division ST.,
Ocean City, is so highly valued in the
community. Founded 80 years ago,
the firm has enjoyed remarkable, sue
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

Holding forth as the criterion of no.
tel management and operation in this
region, the Shoreham Hotel, Board
walk, Ocean City, has won the full
accord and esteem of local civic lead
ers as well as discriminating visitors
to this area. This widely acclaimed
hotel is noted for it's progressive ad-
ministration and complete service,
and has gained wide popularity and
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18
Ship Cafe Outstanding Meeting And Eating Place

Widely acclaimed throughout this
region as a popular meeting place of
discriminating people who enjoy fine
food, the Ship Cafe, 18th st. at Yacht
Club Island, Ocean City, is notable
example of success and growth which
has been achieved through contin-
ued policy of ethical dealing and eff
ficient operation. Established June
Is, 1889, the enterprise has gained
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

tremendous popularity under the pro-
gressive management of Mr.. William
M. Brooks, Manager.
The cafe specializes in sea food,
Holsters and steaks, and is noted for
it's lastly prepared dishes, which are
served either full course or ala carte.
Comfortable seating facilities for $50
people are available at the establish
ment, which utilizes a 20 foot bar
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-07-18

cess and growth under the progressive
administrative policies of Mr.. c. p.
Cropper, proprietor.
The plant, which is located on the
Harbor Rd., is the scene of operations
of the company. Here the fish are
packed in 100 pound boxes and ship
ped south to South Carolina and north
to New York, while the oysters are
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-04-04
POCOMOKE CITY, MD, FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 1871

placed for maximum service, rather
than away from the beaten pats of
travel which is the case with many
auxiliary or emergency fields through
out the country today.
with attention now being given to
necessary revision of the procedure
for acquiring land needed for high
way purposes and excess land beyond
actual road needs considered as a
feature of self-liquidating highway
projects, this is the proper time to
consider future ground needs in con-
nection with the development of avia-
ton. Thus the program for flight
strips along the highways is in keep
ing with long-range planning for
transportation"
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-04-04
Opinion Is
That War Is
Facing Turn

If the tremendous upheaval in
Yugoslavia is not an actual turning
point in the war, it is at least as
heartening a development as Great
Britain could reasonably expect. Not
even the Greek victories in Albania
or the rout of the Italians in Africa
possess the long-range Importance of
this swift resistance by small Bal
kan nation to the vicious plans of the
Nazi aggressors.
The significant feature of the mass
revolt of the Yugoslavian peasants
against a government which surren-
dered to Berlin lies in the fact that
it represents the first political defeat
which Hitler has suffered in his de-
termined effort to seize all of central
and southeastern Europe. 1t is the
thing which other countries wanted
to do but lacked the courage. 1t is
rebirth of a spirit of independence
which may we'll light the fires of re-
bellion in a thousand different Bal
kan towns and the villages. 1t is an
example which can easily spread it's
influence to the northern states which
Germany has crushed in its march to
world dominion.
The new Yugoslavian government,
backed by an irresistible public opin-
ion, announces it's intention to remain
neutral. Yet it must know that in
that part of Europe today there is no
such thing as neutrality. By abroga-
ting the agreement which the earlier
regime had made with Hitler, and
thus forcing the Nazis to take direct
action, Yugoslavia ranges itself as
certainly on the side of Great Brit
ain as if it had signed an actual
treaty. The very fact that 100000
soldiers have been sent to their battle
stations lis the best evidence that
Yugoslavia is under no illusions as to
the sure consequences of the step 1t
has taken.
Equally Illuminating are the prom
pit messages from both England and
the United States. In the one case
full military aid is made available to
the Yugoslavs. In the other they are
promised the moral and material sup
port of this country. Plainly, enough
it is the belief in London as in Wash
ington that here at last is a genuine
opportunity to stop Hitler in his
tracts. In any event, and as result
of Yugoslavia's heroic deeds, the
world today seems a better place in
which to live.