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even serving as a state senator. Golds- be toured -- especially around Hallow-
borough was elected to the legislature for een as part of their annual Paranormal
a total of five terms, a testament to his Adventure events if readers are into

popularity even in turbulent times. Th at that particular dynamic. Please let me
undoubtedly says a great deal about the know if the ghosts have anything to say,
respect for a man's convictions despite positive or negative, about my treatment
living in an era of uncertainty. of Delmarva history. I appreciate all
Trophies • Plaques informed feedback, even the supernatu-
It should be noted that the name of Old
Acrylics • Medallions ral kind. Tell the spirits they still need
Town was changed to Goldsborough
to cite their sources, however: proof is
Call us about your during the zenith of his career. And the currency of the academic realm no
project or event why not? He was a local landowner, matter the pathological state of its debate
doctor, church leader, politician, and
Recognize Excellence businessman at the time and from a raconteurs.
Reward Achievement local family that had previously and On a more serious note, those interested
5 to7 day turn around time would continue to distinguish itself in may also want to check out a 1986 book
All work done on premises the public eye. He continued practicing on local doctors put together by Chris-
medicine until 1899, for the record. One tian Jensen if you'd like. I have used it
Engraving983@aol.com could certainly conclude Griffi n was an as a jumping off point a few times. It
410-479-8330 esteemed community doctor fi rst and is a hardback titled "Lives of Caroline
Fax: 410-479-8442 everything else second. County Maryland Physicians 1774-
Hours: 10-5 Mon. - Fri. 1984" and quite a few copies circulate
Goldsborough is buried in Greensboro
Engraversedge.com Cemetery at the edge of town on Mary- locally. More recently B. J. Tarr of the
land Route 480. Visit his gravesite and Greensboro Historical Society published
"My Little Old Towne Goldsboro" and
pay appropriate respects if so desired. cites GWG as the inspiration for her
For that matter, Fort Delaware is now project. Enjoy.
a state park in Delaware City and can

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