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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1915
Page
2
Local page from the Denton Journal dated Saturday morning April 17 1915. Publisher names Howard Melvin and H Johnson Melvin and Johnson appear on the masthead. The fragmentary text provides no discrete news event or report beyond publication attribution.
Collier's praises a presidency guided by principle over money with a note of rebirth. It asserts the administration's moral stance and independence from special interests as more vital than tariff reform, currency changes, or war policies, predicting a 1916 voter test on freedom of soul and courage.
Hyattsville Md April 13 1915 Jackson H Ralston argues that the Referendum and Initiative extend popular control over constitutional measures. He contends government should be by the people not a king or aristocracy and asserts the public will gain understanding and economy through direct vote. There is also note of a promising fruit crop in Caroline county.
A fragment discusses social service value and public pride, noting that private or public acts abroad benefit communities and lift self-worth through honest recognition. The quote emphasizes the dignity of service and the positive impact on national character.
A local church announces evangelistic services to be held at the M E Church in town. The schedule lists nightly gatherings featuring prayer, singing, and a message aimed at community members seeking spiritual guidance. The event will run for several days with invitations extended to all residents.
Rev. Dre. T. O. Crouse of North Baltimore Church travels to Denton. The Maryland Annual Conference of the Methodist Protestant Church convened in Washington and adjourned with John S. Bowers announcing appointments for numerous charges across Maryland and Delaware, listing pastors, churches, and circuits such as Accomac, Alexandria, Baltimore, Denton, Easton, Salisbury, Georgetown, and many others.
Federalsburg tale tells of Wilmer Davis keeping a rooster named Dickie as a caretaker for his chicks after a hen refused to brood. The rooster reportedly hovered over the brood with tender care. Also reported is a serious injury to Mary Virginia Adams, seven, when a brother struck her hand with a hatchet while chopping kindling, nearly severing a finger.
A card from CHARLES BE. CARROLL dated April 8 1915 Denton Maryland appeals to Democratic voters in Caroline county to support his bid for the sheriff nomination. He notes no prior public office and promises full time and faithful service if chosen.
A letter dated April 3 1916 from George L Jopp requests support from friends and acquaintances in his bid for the Caroline County Democratic nomination for County Commissioner. The writer notes lifelong county Democratic affiliation and asks for assistance.
Walter T George of Federalsboro Md announces his run for the Democratic nomination for sheriff. He appeals to Democrats to aid his campaign after many supporters urged him to take this step and provide backing. Journal ad invites readers to subscribe for county news.
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