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In Search of Milton’s Story

Year: 2018

The Butcher of Union Street

November 25, 2018
Phil Martin
No, the title does not indicate that this is a local horror story; it’s just clickbait, but literally true, and I ... READ MORE
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Honeymoon From Hell: William and Mo...

August 14, 2018August 14, 2018
Phil Martin
Milton has had dozens of sea captains that established themselves there in the 19th century. They pursued their profession as ... READ MORE

John Coard Hazzard and his map of M...

July 21, 2018
Phil Martin
A carefully hand-drawn and -lettered “Draught or Map” of the town of Milton hangs in a frame in the Town Hall on ... READ MORE
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New Market - All But Vanished

May 27, 2018May 27, 2018
Phil Martin
There is no shortage of “ghost towns” in Delaware. Between Ellendale and Greenwood alone there are three – ... READ MORE
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The Mansion Farm Inn - Part 1:

May 1, 2018May 10, 2018
Phil Martin
Once again, a historic old building in the Milton area has changed hands and is finding a new business purpose: the Mansion ... READ MORE
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Seven Thousand Shaves

January 2, 2018January 3, 2018
Phil Martin
William Henry Mears (1852 – 1938) was born in Philadelphia, died in Maryland, but lived the greater part of his life in ... READ MORE
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Federal Street, Winter Scene

January 1, 2018
Phil Martin
A photo reveals lower Federal Street the way it once was. READ MORE
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