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Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
Lewis and Middleton Noted Barrel Mfrs.

Notable throughout the region as a
vital factor in the sterilization of the
barrel industry, the firm of Lewis
and Middleton, Parskley, Va, has won
the high regard and esteem of local
civic leaders through it's continued
maintenance of the progressive poE-
cies which have been instrumental in
it's success. Established twenty years
ago, the growth and progress Of the
company has been attributed to the
sagacious administration of the men
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

Operating in full accord with the
best civic interests of the area, the
Parksley Coal and Supply Co., Parks
ley, Va, continues to maintain its pro-
gressive administrative policies, there
BY contributing much toward its own
success and the greater development
of the community. Established in
1904, the firm has grown and pros
pered under the capable direction of
Mr.. A. s. Hopkins.
The company, which is noted for
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

at it's helm, Mr.. William r. Lewis
President, and Mr.. James A. Middle
ton, Secretary-Treasurer.
This model enterprise utilizes its
adequate facilities in the manufacture
of potato barrels and boasts produc-
ton record of 10000 barrels in 1910
An added feature of the business is
the sale of fertilizer and seed pLta-
toes to a large, appreciative clientele
Two trucks are operated in extend
ing the firms scope of activity.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

from early youth.
The enterprise, which serves as the
authorized distributor of Buckeye In
cubators and Breeders for adjoining
Counties in Virginia and Maryland,
features the sale of coal, feed, flour,
seeds, etc. Three people find gainful
employment in the business, which
operates one truck in extending its
activity throughout the region. Mr..
White, who is noted as business and
civic leader, has served as Postmaster
in his town for over a year.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

A dominant factor in the distribu-
ton of automotive supplies and Access
series in this area, the Bloxom Auto
Supply Co., Mappsville, Va, has been
highly lauded by an appreciative
clientele for it's ethical policies and
fine qualities of it's products. The
company is under the personal super
vision of Mr.. Brantley S. Bloxom, pio-
neer businessman in this region, who
has been resident of Mappsville for
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
T. Lee Byrd Business and Civic Leader

devoted to the sale of farm hardware
and International Farm Implements,
in addition to serving as a produce
brokerage, buying from growers in
the area. Mr.. Byrd personally super
vises the activity of the enterprise
which has grown and prospered UNI
der his ethical dealing. Operating in
full accord with the entire area, a
debt of gratitude is owed this model
company for it's cooperation in all
worthy community projects.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
Service Station Auto Haven

In an accounting of the forward
march of local business enterprises,
mention must necessarily be made of
the Highway Service Station, Oak
Hall, Va, which has proved to be
vital factor in, the automotive indus
try in this region. Established about
eight years ago by the late Mr.. E. w.
Fisher, who passed away in Decem-
Der, 1889, the firm is operated by his
son, Mr.. p; d. Fisher, who has served
at the present location for the past
two years.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

Outstanding among local business
enterprises, the j. Leonard Fish Co.,
Chincoteague, Va, is a notable exam
pie of success and growth which has
been achieved through a continued
policy of ethical dealing and efficient
operation. Established in 1913 by
the late Mr.. J. Leonard who passed
away in 1886, the firm is presently
operated by his widow, Mrs. Josephine
L. Leonard and her two sons, Mr..
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
Whispering Pines Tourist Lodge Lauded

lodge between Maine and Florida, the
enterprise features AZ clean, airy
rooms, all of which house a comfort
able bed. The best home cooked food
is served in the large, we'll appointed
dining room, which offers adequate
seating facilities for $50 people. Con-
veniently situated from all points, the
lodge is located 20 miles S. of POGO
moke City and 80 miles N. Of Cape.
Charles.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

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 Whispering
Pines Tourist Lodge, Route Is, Ac-
comac, Va. Founded 10 years ago,
this model establishment is under the
personal supervision of Mr.. Charles
F. Russell, who is responsible for its
original construction.
Acclaimed as the finest tourist
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
Bloxom Auto Supply Co. Well Managed

SO years. He is assisted in the bust
ness by his son, Mr.. Alvah Bloxom.
The firm, which is primarily devot-
ed to wholesale distribution in the au-
tomotive field, features accessories,
supplies and requirements, and oper-
ates as a United Service Motors
Agency, offering Pennzoil fabrication
and Goodyear Tires. Mr.. Bloxom's
integrity and high standards have won
an enviable reputation for this widely
acclaimed company.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

The ultimate success of any bust
ness depends largely on the good will
engendered through cooperation with
local civic activity and other industrial
enterprises, and it is the recognition
of these progressive principles which
has led to the marked success of the
Eastern Shore of Virginia Produce
Exchange, Onley, Virginia.
Established at the start of the pres
ent century, this widely acclaimed en-
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

Reliability of service and ethical
dealing are necessary adjuncts to the
success Of any business, and the re-
cognition and operation of these pro-
gressive principles have led to the I'M
qualified success of the Somers, John
son Co., Parksley, Va. This model
firm, which has been established for
% years in the wholesale grocery
field steadily progressed to it's present
position of leadership in the indus
try.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
Parksley Coal and Supply Co. Lauded

it's ethical service and the high quality
of its products, features the sale of
anthracite and bituminous, coal, mill
feed, hay and many other items.
Eight people find gainful employment
in the successful operation of the bust
ness, which utilizes two trucks for
complete coverage of the surrounding
region. This progressive enterprise
is known for its civic boosting, and is
always willing to extend it's efforts
in the interests of the community.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

Noted as one of the most complete
and modern service stations in the,
area the enterprise features Tydol Gas
and Veedol Oils, as well as towing,
repairing, body and fender work, Holt
Batteries and Fiske Tires. A member
of the Keystone Auto Cub widespread
service, the station is open "a hours
daily for the convenience of it's large
clientele. A complete line of food is
served in the restaurant, which is
operated by the firm.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
Hotel Russell Famed Area Favorite

Bringing to this section the inher-
ent tradition of fine hotel service over
a period of many years, the Hotel
Russell, Chincoteague, Va, continues
to operate under the same principles
which have caused it's remarkable
success since it's original establish
ment. Founded 81 years ago, the en-
terprise is under the personal super
vision of Mrs. Emma r. Russell, pro-
prietress, who for nine years operated
the Channel Bass Inn and was the
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
Accomac Motor Go. Noted Dodge-Plymouth Mart

the Dodge and Plymouth cars and
trucks as we'll as reconditioned used
cars, the enterprise has been highly
lauded by an appreciative motoring
clientele for it's service after the sale
policy. The firm, which operates as
Watson Service Station, features
Texaco gasoline, oil and fabrication,
and is noted for it's expert general
auto repair and towing service. Nine
experienced employees assist in the
successful operation of the business.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
]. Leonard Fish Go. Criterion In Field

Carlton Leonard and Mr.. Henry Leo.
nard, partners.
The company, which operates in full
accord with the best civic interests of
the area, utilizes it's adequate facilities
in the catching and packing of fish,
which are shipped over the Eastern
Seaboard. From eight to % local peo-
pie are employed in the business, and
four boats assist in extending the
scope of the firms service.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

terprise is a pioneer in it's field, and
has been widely acclaimed for its con-
tinued activity in the best civic inter-
ests Of the community. The company,
which is known for it's efforts on be-
half of the produce industry, accepts
produce from 1000 growers in the
Virginia Peninsula, and sells in car
load lots to wholesalers.
Approximately rs people find gain
full employment in the business under
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

Any community is no better than
the merchants and officials who go
to make it up, and in this respect, Mr..
T. Lee Byrd, Mears, Va, is highly
valued for his status as business and
civic leader in the area. Mr.. Byrd,
who serves as the Accomack County
Treasurer, has been in the hardware
and implements business here for the
past 80 years.
Hailed throughout the region for its
progressive management, the firm is
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
James T. Powell Local Business Leader

built so years ago. The new theatre,
which seats 400 people was construct
ed II years ago.
Mr.. Powell entered the poultry bust
ness raising broilers six years ago,
and today this enterprise boasts ca
pacity of 10000, with three crops be-
ing raised annually. Shipment is
made primarily to the New York mar
kets. Mr.. Powell employs four people
in the poultry business, while from
four to five employees assist in the
theatre.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
Parade Of Progress
Watson Texaco Service Stations Aid Motorists

ern Shore, these model establishments
feature Texaco gasoline and oils, Mar
fax fabrication, U. s. Tires and Bat
,teries, Havoline Motor Oil, and ig-
milton and road service. Mr.. Watson
is noted as an outstanding business
and civic leader, and his contribution
to the progress of the region has led
to the high regard and esteem which
is accorded his noteworthy business
venture.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

Accurately rejecting the trend in
this area toward the use of more and
better motor cars, the Accomac Motor
Co., Oak Hall, Va, has progressed
to its present important position in
the automotive industry. Established
two years ago, the firm is under the
capable direction of Mr.. Robert Tay-
lor, who is noted throughout this reg
ion for his policy of square dear'
to all.
Devoted to the sales and service of
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

When the hour of bereavement is
at hand, the selection of funeral
director becomes of paramount i'm
portance, and the Johnson Funeral
Home, Parksley, Va, has won merited
recognition for it's dignified and SYM
pathetic funerals. Highly regarded in
this region, the enterprise is under
the capable direction of Mr.. John D.
johnson and his son, Mr.. Henry John
son, who is a graduate of the Eckels
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
Eastern Shore Of Virginia Produce Exchange Progressive

ideal working conditions. The con-
tinued harmony between men and
management has been attributed to
the progressive administration of the
men at it's helm: Mr.. w. A. Burton,
Chairman of the Board; Senator Jeff
F. Walter, President and Attorney;
Mr.. G. S. Ralston, General Manager;
Mr.. w. Hardy Taylor, Secretary
Treasurer; Mr.. r. P. Richardson,
Sales Manager; and Mr.. B. P. Saw
age, Assistant Salesmanager.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
Adams Auto Salvage Co. Constructing New FnePoof Building

for all makes of cars, as we'll as the
installation of plain and shatter-proof
glass, and expert welding, brazing,
and general auto repair.
Much of the success of this widely
acclaimed business, has been attribut-
ed to the progressive administration
of Mr.. j. Fl. Adams, Jr., founder and
proprietor, who established an en-
viabie record during his many years
of activity in the Sea Food industry.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

Distinguished in automotive circles
as leading contributor of new ideas
and proper methods of car repair and
upkeep the Adams Auto Salvage Co.,
Route No. 10, Keller, Va, has won
the high regard and esteem of local
civic leaders, through the maintenance
of its additionally ethical policies.
Established April Is, 1910, the COM
pany has in that short period of time
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
johnson Funeral Home Serves Well

College of Embalming in Philadelphia.
Both men are licensed funeral direc-
tors.
This modern funeral home utilities
the latest type of equipment, and OPP
crates it's own rolling stock. The
great success of the establishment,
which extends it's activity throughout
Virginia and the Eastern Shore, is at
tributed to it's continued policy of dig
nified service regardless of the none
tary consideration involved.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

Progressive and successful business
enterprises lend stability to any COM
munity, and it is for this reason that
the firm of E. T. Baker, Route No.
Is, " mile S. of Gargatha, Va, is so
highly regarded throughout the area.
This model firm, which was estab-
lished five years ago, has gained en-
viable reputation under the capable
management of Mr.. E. T. Baker,
proprietor.
The company, which features row.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

pioneer in this region in catering to
fishing parties.
This model hostelry offers 20 neat,
clean rooms, which will accommodate
from 40 to so people. The dining
room of the hotel features seating
facilities for so people, and is widely
known for its fine, lastly prepared
dishes. The pleasant, home like at
mosphere of the establishment as
sures the utmost satisfaction to it's
many patrons.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
". E. West, InC Features Farm Implements

the capable managerial policies of Mr..
w. E, West, founder and proprietor.
Noted for it's policy of 'demonstra-
ton without obligation, the company
features the complete line of Ford
Ferguson Tractors and Farm Imple-
ments, and offers an expert repair
service to it's large, appreciative pa
tronage. Mr.. West is hailed as an
expert in industry, and his valued ad-
vice is available to all.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

Mr.. H. C. Watson, the firm has grown
and prospered until today there are
81 Watson Service Stations distribu-
ted throughout the Virginia Eastern
Shore. All of these Stations are leas-
ed from Mr.. Watson by courteous, re-
sponsible dealers, who play large
part in serving their local motorists.
Famed as the most completely
equipped service stations on the East
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

Ethical dealing and reliability of
operation are the order of the day,
and the recognition of these progress
sive principles has led to the outstand-
ing success of the H. E. Kelly Co.,
New Church, Va, which fully merits
it's present position among the lead
ers in it's field. Founded in 1917,
this notable enterprise has grown and
prospered under the sagacious admin
istration of Mr.. H. E. Kelley, proprie-
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
H. E. Kelly Co. Outstanding In Canning Industry

Indispensable in this region as a
vital employment factor, the enter
prise utilizes the services Of 200 To-
cal people, thereby releasing large
payrolls to the great advantage of
surrounding business and industry.
The company's whole hearted coopera-
ton in the civic activity of the COM
munity has proven to be boon to the
continued progress of the area.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
]. EDGAR Thomas Funeral Home Offers Dgnied Services

own rolling stock, including a 1871
Cadillac.
When called into a home they as
sumo the entire burden, taking COM
plete charge of all details, thereby
assuring the finest funeral service a.
valuable at any price. The Home is
highly regarded by local civic leaders
for it's constant activity in the best
interests of the community.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

progressed ito it's present position as
the. largest firm of it's kind on the
Eastern Shore of Virginia.
The firms rapid growth is evidenced
in it's present construction of a new
all-metal fire-proof building, which,
when completed, will cover an area of
so by TO-. The enterprise, which is
never closed, features AAA towing,
and offers on sale auto and truck parts
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

At the time of bereavement the
wisest thing to do is to secure the
services of competent, sympathetic
funeral director, and the J. Edgar
Thomas Funeral Home, Accomac, Va,
has established just such a reputation.
Founded in 1921, this model enter
prise is under the personal supervision
of ]. Edgar Thomas, who is grad
uate of the Eckels College of Embalm-
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
E. I. Baker Co. Priced In Community

boats, canoes, motorboats, cupboard
boats and saflboats, serves as the au-
thorized agency for the Thompson
Better Built) boats for Accomack
and Northampton Counties. The en-
terprise also deals in all types of pro-
duce and poultry, purchasing from
producers in Virginia and Lower
Maryland. A debt of gratitude is
owed the firm for it's willing contri-
button to all worthy community pro.
jects. a
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15
Turner'S Cafe Famed Area Rendezvous

Priced throughout the region as the
ideal meeting and eating place for
the finest trade, Turner's Cafe, 8
North St., Onancock, has won the full
accord and respect of its large, loyal
patronage. Established in August,
1889, the establishment has gained an
enviable reputation among travellers
from Maine to Florida through the
progressive managerial policies of Mr..
Ralph j. Turner, proprietor.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

ing in Philadelphia and is licensed
funeral director and embalmer in both
Maryland and Virginia.
Widely acclaimed for it's dignified,
sympathetic service, the firm opened
a branch two months ago at 4O5 Main
St., Princess Anne, Md, in order bet
ter to serve large clientele in that
region. Three assistants are employ
ed in the business, which operates its
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

tor, who is recognized as an authority
in the canning industry.
The company centers it's activity a.
round the canning of Irish potatoes,
tomatoes, peas, string beans, lima
beans, sweet potatoes, etc., most of
which are grown on it's own farms.
Two thousand acres of land are ex-
tended over the firms Is farms, three
of which are located in Worcester
County.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

The continued progress and success
of agriculture in this country would
be greatly retarded without compe-
tent sales and service on farm imple-
ments, and the recognition of this
fact has led to the high regard and
esteem which is accorded the w. E.
West Co., Tasley, Va. This model en-
terprise has satisfactorily served hun
dreds of farmers throughout the reg
ion, and has won wide acclaim under
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

The cafe, which is noted for its
good, old fashioned Southern cooking,
is particularly famed for its delicious
chicken dinners. Four people find
gainful employment in the business,
which serves Aristocrat Ice Cream.
Recognized as the criterion in it's field,
much of the success of the enterprise
has been attributed to the friendly,
unaffected hospitality of the manage
ment.
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

The continued growth and expan-
sion of the automotive industry is
largely dependent on the presence of
reliable, officially operated service
stations, and in this respect, the Wat
son Texaco Service Stations, office
and warehouse at Onley, Va, have
justified their enviable reputation a
mong a discriminating clientele.
Under the personal supervision of
Worcester Democrat and the ledger-enterprise. (Pocomoke City, Md.) 1921-1953, 1941-08-15

Dry mint leaves in the shade or on
ton of the stove. Several days will
be needed to get them dry enough
to be crumbled between palms of hand.
Mint so dried will keep in closed
jar for a long time.