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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1926
Page
4
Published weekly in Denton Texas as a Saturday morning notice. The item notes entry as second class mail matter with postal handling and date April 10 1926.
Editorial in the New York World highlights Speaker Longworth doubt over farm relief legislation this session. A calendar of Administration views follows, showing varied positions from Jan to Apr. Also reported: B C and A Railroad year 1925 deficit of 262,468 with debt at 2,535,646 and shifts in freight and passenger revenues.
The Maryland Farm Bureau Co op urges farmers to subscribe to their county weekly papers, noting circulation and advertising as key income. Regular subscriptions, timely advertising, and shared agricultural news from Washington, Baltimore, and Annapolis sustain local papers and benefit families and editors alike.
Chaplain J Monroe Stick and Captain C C Westfall of the U S Army toured Caroline county this week to publicize the Citizens Military Training Camp at Fort Eustis Virginia from July 8 to August 6 1926 The camps have run six years and Eastern Shore counties have been underrepresented in publicity and attendance resulting in local youths missing a valuable opportunity The Caroline county quota was discussed but not specified in the preserved text.
Six young men are urged to go to a government camp in Denton, with enrollment not binding to military service. The government covers expenses including travel, board, lodging, shoes, uniforms, laundry, and medical care. Dr. P R Fisher of Denton represents Caroline county and can provide information. write to officers at Room 482 Hearst Tower Building Baltimore.
Washington College maintains and finesses student government and honor systems under a joint student council with faculty review. The system handles classroom cheating, on campus activities, and trials with a faculty advisor present but not voting. The college draws a cosmopolitan, religiously diverse student body from many states and Maryland counties, promoting a cooperative, nonbigoted campus culture.
The American Somological Society plans a summer Pacific Coast tour from Chicago around June 20 lasting about fifteen days. Stops include Boise Idaho Hood River Portland Willamette Valley Puget Sound Yakima Wenatchee and ends with exposure to leading fruit growers. Cost expected under 225 dollars. Committee includes Wesley Webb Dean McCue and others from Delaware Maryland and Maryland.
The Orphans Court met Tuesday with Judges West Harper and Shawn. Henry R. Lewis as administrator of Lydia A Outten filed an approved inventory and appraisement. Y Starry Gough and Jed R Owens as administrators of Martha Garey filed release from Mrs Anna D P Wilson distributee. Maury M Blake executrix of Somers Blake filed a separate debt list approved. Henry A Shoenither guardian appointed for dith Virginian and Charles McNabb infants. Walter T Wright administrator of PLE Wright filed account of sales of personal property approved.
Oliver W Handy executor of Martin U Williams filed first and final accounts approved by the court. Leonard F Covey administrator of Thomas J Williams filed rent and interest accounts and list of debts approved. Letters of administration on Frederick P Roe estate granted to Genevieve C Roe with bond approved. Dr W W Goldsborough and A W Brumbaugh named appraisers. Genevieve C Roe granted guardianship for Frederick D Roe and Genevieve Roe, infants.
St Marys White Chapel Parish held its annual meeting in the Parish Hall with a general conference on church plans for the coming year. T. Alan Goldsborough, Dr. D. O. George, Ernest G. Cooper retained vestry seats and J. Roland Chaffinch joined. Wright, Scotten, Redden, McWilliams named other vestry members. Wright re elected register and Scotten treasurer. Dr. W. A. Smith named delegate to the Diocesan Convention. McWilliams alternate. Teners were Samuel Lewis and Mrs. J. Frank Wright. Social refreshments followed.
Mrs. Ada Baker hosted guests on Sunday including Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Maloney and children Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Gibson and Hittle son Gilbert and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Coleman. The Wrights, Todds, Evins, and Frampton households visited Goldsboro and shared meals and company with Howard Pratt and Towers Todd. Edward Kelley family visited Mrs. Kelly’s mother in Sturlock while Doyle Hurst spent Easter with his parents S. Jd. Iburst.
The list identifies Abram Gottwals Isaac Quillen Howard Quillen Earl Bilbrough Cleveland Camper John Pogany George Gottwals Howard Richard Annabelle Brooks Martha Smith Dorothy Gottwals Pauline Meredith Catherine Pogany Christine Gottwals Catherine Camper Maude Cottwals Thedona Edwards and Louise Quillen as present every day in March at Moore's School.
A memorial note marks the one year since Blanche Butler Brooke's passing on April 10, 1923. Parents recall a cherished daughter whose life ended after illness, noting her voyage to the home of her Saviour and requesting faith over grief in a solemn, loving tribute.
The Denton National Bank board notes the death of Willan H Deen after nearly thirty years of devoted service. Acknowledging his loyalty and kindness, the directors vote to drape the banking house for fifteen days and publish resolutions in the county press to express sympathy to his family.
A benefit event for the Home for Aged Women in Easton is set for Friday April 16 from 230 to 630 at the Home. Public tea follows cards 220 to 150 with reservations via Mrs W Stowell or Mrs A W Sisk. Tables require cards scores prizes. Fee 50 cents per player and a silver offering for tea.
A long time Democratic activist in Caroline County declares intent to run for County Treasurer. He notes over 22 years of loyalty and service to the party and pledges to devote undivided attention if nominated and elected.
E will run in the Democratic primaries for sheriff and asks the public for help. The message is signed by 36 ROBERE LL. BREEDING.
A testimonial from R C Miller claims Adterika helps digestion by reducing gas and bloating and aiding sleep after a stomach upset. The notice notes the product removes gas, relieves fullness, and may expel stale waste, with Breeding's Drug Store selling the remedy.
T Clayton Taylor announces candidacy for sheriff in Caroline County Democratic primaries. He asks for support of friends and party members and pledges to fulfill the duties of the high office to the best of his ability if nominated and elected. Eighth District.
An election for one Preston Maryland Board of Commissioners seat will be held at the Preston Pharmacy on Monday afternoon April 26 1926 from 2 to 6 o'clock. Also notices list legal firm Blades Rosenfeld Frederick and Denton Maryland ads for sale a brood sow with pigs and a shop at North Third street Denton plus a mobile company and poultry buyers seeking stock with contact details.
A public sale is planned to dispose of household goods and home items as the current occupants discontinue charge keeping and board. The sale will take place at the dwelling on Second Street in Denton adjacent to the property of Mr Willian Finn.
The sale of real estate will be conducted in front of the Court House in the town of Denton on a date to be announced. Public notice specifies the auction location and legal process, inviting interested bidders to attend and satisfy any required conditions.
The Denton Cemetery Association will hold a stockholders meeting at the office of T. Pliny Fisher in Denton Maryland on Saturday afternoon April 24 between 2 and 3 o clock. The meeting will address business properly brought before it. Lawrence B. Towers is president.
North side Market street between Sixth and Seventh offers an elec tri c lighted residence with bath and ample outbuildings. A splendid location with immediate possession and favorable terms. THE DENTON NATIONAL BANK.
Small nursery listing shows Everbearing Red Raspberry Plants priced at $7.60 per 1000 and $7.60 per 1000 units. Customer can order by the hundred or thousand with per unit pricing implied by package. Plant stock offers a quick fruiting option for home gardens.
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