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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1932
Page
2
The article argues that Boys Week, April 30 to May 7, should extend beyond entertainment. It urges men to engage personally with boys to inspire and guide them, noting how many successful individuals credit early encouragement. Every boy should benefit from increased adult interaction during the week and beyond.
The excerpt extols advertising as essential to business and the economy. It claims advertising creates consumer desire, builds markets, revives failing ventures, inspires invention, supports banks, reduces unemployment, and underpins reconstruction, arguing that without advertising trade collapses. It equates advertising with progress and competition.
Carlo Bas argues in Rotarian Magazine that future U S China relations will depend on leaders who retain justice and human sympathy amid tense times. He stresses the need for measured, humane conduct by both nations as they seek normal ties.
The editorial argues administration spokesmen deflect the two billion dollar deficit onto veteran benefits, noting that federal expenditures rose sharply from 1927 to Hoover's era. It cites tripled Agriculture costs linked to the Farm Board, a Post Office rise unrelated to servicemen, and added figures for Labor Shipping and Commerce, with Justice also increasing.
The article surveys postwar European economic woes and reconstruction efforts. It discusses central European plans for economic unity among Czechoslovakia, Austria, Hungary, Yugoslavia, and Romania, reacting to the Great Powers and the Danubian crisis. It notes skepticism about success, calls for cooperation, and outlines upcoming Institute of Politics discussions on U S Europe and Far East ties. It also covers German troop dissolution, plans to unite youth in athletics, and disarmament talks with varied international support.
Ridgely and nearby Chestnut Hill area residents conduct a flurry of visits and stays. Families including Mitchells Coverdales and Peers travel to Philadelphia and Towne locales while others visit relatives in Tempeleville Boonesboro and Wilmington. Distinct movements include hospital transfers and furloughs among veterans and servicemen with several concerts and club events noted.
Aire-Tite Extra Heavy White Lined Cedarized bags offered at The Journal office protect winter woolens from moths and dust. Durable, moth proof storage solution advertised for immediate purchase.
The County Commissioners of Caro line county will sit in their Denton office for Transfers and Abatements on Monday and Tuesday May 9 and 10, 1930 from 10 to 4. After these dates the books will be closed for changes of assessment. W. S. Ruiter, Clerk.
Twenty five years ago town commissioners aimed to keep paving progress. News notes a mad dog incident near Andersonton, re-elected officials, arrivals at Brick Hotel, visits among Denton and Talbot residents, a child’s death, a 69 year old man’s funeral, a double egg discovery, a teacher’s arrest for whipping a pupil, Arthurian orders’ attendance at services, and a steamer murder case with deckhand Frank Butler detained.
A fragmented diary style entry recounts a week of small incidents and odd observations. Tales include a tramp seeking food, discussions of jobs and unemployment, family banter over a dinner, references to a strike in coal mines, a embezzlement hint, and remarks about relatives and a mockricing of daily life.
A communication urges taxpayers to cut government expenses to relieve farmers from heavy taxation. It calls for a public meeting at the county seat, a bi party committee to draft a fair tax system, and immediate action by governors to reduce state operating costs and avert further rural hardship. The author criticizes current taxation as inequitable and advocates drastic fiscal reform.
The piece criticizes salary cuts including Governor Gardner of North Carolina cutting his own pay by twenty percent and thirty percent cuts in state college funds, noting Dr. Beaumont’s move to Maryland and accusing legislators of failing to act on tax relief for farmers. It urges taxpayers to unite, draft own tax bills, and push for immediate tax adjustments, warning of injustice and revolution if ignored.
Harmony residents and relatives from Bridgeville and nearby communities visited family and friends this weekend. The gatherings included Mrs. Mary E. Du Hadaway and Mrs. Belle Dean, with updates that Mrs. McConnell is very much improved.
The Caro line County Homemakers Clubs held a spring rally at the Masonic Hall in Denton with 170 4 Hid girls and many leaders present. Miss Ruth Voshell spoke on 4 H divisions linked to the biblical verse about wisdom. Dr T B Symons of the University of Maryland discussed budgeting and business for rural improvement. The program featured a Denton Jr 4 H tableau and a dance by the Federal Club as well as songs led by County Agent W H Evans. The day showcased growth from 5 to 14 clubs and a move toward better living through Extension Service guidance.
The Caroline County Teachers Association records its grief at the sudden loss of Sara h Bastian a respected teacher. The organization notes her service and counsel in promoting local schools and expresses sympathy to her bereaved family with hope that the loss may be overruled for good by the Lord. A copy of the resolutions will be published in the local paper and sent to the family.
Concord Andersonstown Hobbs Club gathered at Concord church house with most members present. Miss Spaf ford demonstrated bread making assisted by Mrs. Mamie Torrode. Baking powder nut bread and Swedish tea ring praised. After business, Mrs. Hanby and Mrs. Everngain served fruit cup and coffee. Friends surprised Mrs. Melvin with gifts. she is over 83 and ill. Evelyn Scott returns to school after three weeks away with a dislocated farm accident. Mr. and Mrs. Lee Scott celebrate birth of a son born Tuesday April 5. Mrs. Chas. Liden visited her parents Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Thawley last Thursday.
Mrs. Fred Fountain led the Homemakers Club meeting in the club room last Tuesday with strong attendance. Miss Spafford instructed on making and baking breads, highlighting bread as a staple of diets and a measure of a nation's culinary character.
The regular May meeting of Liden's Community Club will be held at the Community House next Thursday, May 5, at 1:30 p.m. After the business session, grounds, flower beds, and window boxes will be tended for summer. Bring plants or seeds to donate and your rake if convenient. On May 10, an all day Children's Garment meeting opens for members and nonmembers in Caroline county seeking patterns and instruction. at noon the club serves coffee and cocoa, inviting neighbors to join the indoor picnic and bring lunch.
A Goldsboro report highlights visits and social events. Notables include Mrs. Mollie Diggans of Queen Anne and Mrs. John Shively of Wilmington visiting Mrs. James Mullikin. Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Butler of Baltimore visiting Alec Butler’s family. a Sewing Circle gathering hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Richard. funeral attendance for Mrs. Sue Mullikin at Church Hill. Mrs. Emma Johnson and Mr. Wm. Ross at a Chincoteague service. other visits among Greensboro and Harington residents. hospital time for a Baltimore wife. Dr. J. R. Downes from Newark, Del. visiting town. and social calls by Mrs. Sarah Sapp of Denton.
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