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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1892
Page
2
In the Senton Journal edition, Howard Melvin notes Westward push for Fred Douglass as presidential candidate, while Henry Watterson questions Cleveland or Hill. Tammany fears factional NY rift. railroad talks risk county line issues and cross-ties costs. Holman’s retrenchment praised as true people’s money stance amid free coinage debate.
A correspondent from Easton Maryland reports on states that have elected Cleveland delegates including Rhode Island North Dakota Minnesota Massachusetts Pennsylvania Nebraska Kansas Oregon Indiana and District of Columbia totaling 767 votes. Hill has 72 New York votes instructed for him but Cleveland leads as states are expected to vote as a unit and Hill is unlikely to gain while Cleveland’s name remains before the convention.
Two men, a silk man and Swiss maker, unveil a new double tie woven silk with strength and lustre. Wanamaker's Tied Twill Silks showcased at 2114 in. 75¢ to $1.50, plus Henrietta Silks and all-silk wool mesh pieces priced to move. Also Black Grenadine and Mexican mesh silk blends in stock at 65¢.
A vivid catalog of dress fabrics and notions with prices. Printed Scotch Crape ranges from 15c to 35c per yard amid a wide display of Sateens Linen Lawns Organdies Chintz and Damask. Men’s low shoes on sale with two bargain options and notes on seasonal weather.
In the overflow basement at Wanamaker, bargain grades reveal $3, $2.50 and $2 shoes for men and women. Wanamaker marketing touts Wanamaker Wear Well marks, complete sizes, and sturdy builds with spring heels and buttons.
Trustees under a 1892 Circuit Court decree will sell at public auction in front of the courthouse door in Denton to the highest bidder. The sale follows a case where Abraham KR Wright is complainant and Evaline W Frampton and others are respondents. Auction date to be announced.
Tuesday the 17th day of Hay 1882 between 2 and 4 pm the court sale offers the right title and interest of all parties in and to the real estate described as Frampton’s Resurvey. It is a farm in the Fourth district on the east side of the road from The Grove to Bethlehem adjoining Eli Sparklin Annie H Downe and others containing a single story frame dwelling barn and outbuildings with woodland fruit and good access to railroads and churches. Purchase terms require half cash at sale and the balance in 9 and 18 monthly instalments with interest from sale and bonds with surety. conveyance at purchaser’s expense. Trustees George M. Russum Henry R Lewis Joan W. Clanh Jr auctioneers April 25.
The public sale notice urges readers in Tuclahoc Neck Denton and Vienity to inspect stock of dry goods groceries shoes and boots before purchases Prices touted as uniformly low with items such as baby shoes 33 cents and quarters of sugar at six cents per pound packed with general bargains at the Bridge 312 J. Hr. Nichols lists the shopkeeper and location with a confident sales pitch
Maryland act authorizes the Caroline County Orphans Court and judges to transfer shares of several Baltimore banks to the Board of County School Commissioners for Caroline County for the same uses and trusts as now held. It covers Bank of Maryland stock, Commercial and Farmers National Bank stock, and National Mechanics Bank stock with mechanisms to issue certificates and manage investments. Approved April 7, 1892.
Maryland Caroline county tax collection rules detail delinquent notices, interest, and penalties. Delinquents face levy, sale of property, and sheriff action if unpaid by April. Discounts offered for early payment in September to November. Office documents and records remain county property and subject to audit. Approved 1892 and certified as correct copy by the Secretary.
The document details appointment of commissioners and officers, election timing, bond and duties, and town governance rules for Preston and Caroline County. It covers term length, election procedures, treasurer duties, bonds, and penalties for noncompliance, plus the authority to regulate streets, taxes, nuisances, and public order. It also includes provisions for incorporating Preston and appointing constables and officials, with specifics on fines and enforcement.
A Maryland act authorizes town commissioners to hold justice of the peace powers for enforcing ordinances, with appeals to circuit court of Caroline County. It sets fees, arrest processes, penalties, and fines, and requires funds to be turned over to the town treasurer. It grants commissioners authority to lay out streets and build lines, effective April 1, 1892, with certification by state officials.
Notice to creditors that Boon Dukes administrator of William Walter Richardson deceased in Caroline County issues warning to present claims with vouchers by October next. Offers legal authentication and directs filing before the court or be barred by law. Dated April 12, 1802.
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