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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1912
Page
4
James J. Hill recalls a railroading anecdote about a tiny division superintendent who orders trains to clear a grade crossing. The short man confronts a long freight train blocking traffic while a brake man mocks him, telling him to crawl under. The tale appears in Cosmopolitan.
A short verse fragment contemplates endurance of the soul and the decay of wealth and power. It contrasts pain and pleasure, urges steadfast virtue, and asserts that only goodness remains true as earthly fortunes pass away. The fragment attributes thoughts to Richard Henry Stoddard.
A Bohemian owned Peoria cafe famed for its beer faced a crisis when the alderman and staff became unavailable. The proprietor and staff prepared a risky drink by mixing all bottles behind the bar with ice and lemonade, serving it to customers while warning that the license was the only thing missing. Meanwhile a note on Moliere recounts how the playwright joked with Louis XIV about a physician who prescribes cures, claiming his doctor and his plays ridicule doctors.
A rough portrait of court martial trials shows officers serving as legal counsel despite no training. An officer surgeon clumsily objects, a prosecutor presses, and a witness is cross examined amid tense exchanges. Archdeacons and temperance tales punctuate a broader discussion of court manners and legal competence.
A local merchant announces an addition to his general dry goods assortment including notions boots shoes and groceries. The new hardware line targets farmers with tools and supplies to support farm work.
A letter from Thomas P. Towers of West Denton Maryland extols Doan's Kidney Pills as the best remedy for kidney complaints. He notes years of severe trouble, confirms relief after two or three boxes, and urges others to use Doan's, purchased from dealers nationwide. Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo markets the product as the sole U.S. agents.
Eggs from top strains of White Leghorns and Wyandottes at $1 for 15 sitting, 60 cents for house delivery per sitting. Per 100 eggs $3.50. Pens 1, 3, and 13 describe birds bred for 20 years for standard shape and feather, strong layers, and early development. All birds healthy with fertility guaranteed. R. R. Shull, Maryland Poultry Farm, Greensboro, Md.
County Commissioners and Road Engineer warn the Denton Bridge over Chopton Causeway is unstable. Crossing with traction engines and loads over one ton is forbidden. Horse-drawn vehicles are limited to a walk. Signed by William Anders, Clerk, Denton, Md, June 6, 1914.
Automobile for sale by Geo. T. Reodean of Denton offers a Buick four cylinder five passenger car with sliding gear new tires wind shield speed register and roads for service. Overhauled in November 1911 and laid up for winter. Bargain or exchange for property.
Walter J Kelly of Denton Maryland advertises an eight room house on 7th street for the balance of 1912 with cheap rent. He provides R R No 2 Denton Md contact and notes the date 3 23 31.
T H Everngam of Detton Maryland offers one million strawberry plants including Superior Crimson Cluster and Gandy for sale at one dollar fifty cents per thousand.
The text sets licensing rules for female millinery sellers with stock under 100 dollars at 6.60, and over 500 dollars at the same rates as others, with stock declared by oath. It allows salt sales for fish curing without license in spring. May renew hawker licenses by May 1. It lists travel rates and broker classifications with specific fees.
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