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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1914
Page
2
A Saturday morning Denton Journal issue published by Melvin and Johnson. The page shows masthead details and credits for the Denton Journal Peele.
The piece argues Maryland must awaken to defend Sunday laws against secular challenges and predicts a continent-spanning war if disputes escalate. It cites Europe’s soldiers, Austria versus Serbia, and warns of broader consequences, while praising Wilson and Bryan’s restraint in Mexico. It also surveys wheat output, export values, reading ethics for youth, and public service appointments with regional road improvements cited.
The declaration of war triggers a wheat price rise in markets with Baltimore seeing a 3 cent gain to 90 cents per bushel. Traders on the floor report no unusual activity as bids and asks were quickly settled. Analysts warn that a broad European conflict could halt food exports and disrupt Baltimore trade, especially since most shipments rely on British and German vessels and contraband risk could seize supplies. Farmers and grain dealers remain cautious amid the turmoil.
E G Lawry in Colliers argues President Wilson gains preeminence not by domination but by deferential, meek conduct. He is seen as a thinking machine rather than a warm blooded leader, never losing temper in public, returning calm after private moments, with modesty that stands out amid others' faults.
The Country Life Conference of Maryland Ministers will meet at the Maryland Agricultural College on August 4 3 and 6. It aims to improve rural pastorates through addresses by notable clergymen and experts including Dr Thomas N Carver and Henry Israel. The conference is organized with college support and hospitality funded by the college.
A practical rural guide praises lima beans for flavor and yield, notes profits from small plots, and urges legal vinegar production from pure apple juice per the Federal Bureau of Chemistry. It offers worm control via furrows, holes with coal oil, and ends with an ad for all leather top wool lined carriages at $60 from J T Frampton & Son.
The U S Department of Agriculture with state colleges proposes home study in agriculture and domestic science for groups of ten or more. Courses include poultry, dairying, soils, cheese making, and cooking with lab work, using trained local leaders and equipment valued at 100, plus a reference library. Classes run mornings and afternoons across several weeks, with certificates issued by the State College. Pennsylvanians already tested the plan with success. other states show interest.
A poem by Alice Carey argues that charity and love define sainthood not rote piety. It contrasts grand religious phrases with honest acts and inner compassion, asserting faith without love is dry. The speaker condemns reliance on doctrinal trust alone without bearing good works.
A Missouri cooperative study shows butter’s yellowness stems mainly from feed, especially green grass and carrots, with the key pigment being carotene and other yellow pigments like xanthophylls transferring from diet to milk.
For sale a very nice oak desk with rolling top suitable for a business man and very secure. An excellent walnut bookcase with glass doors the length of the case. Both practically as good as new and offered at low figures. Inquire at the JOURNAL Office.
Nl. M. Parrott of Preston Maryland offers a twin cylinder Excelsior motorcycle with 8 horsepower two speeds and in perfect order. Included are head light speedometer time piece and back seat.
Mrs Annie E Langrell offers for sale six acres of land a six room dwelling a large barn and outbuildings at American Corner Maryland The listing notes the property is new and highlights ample space and structures suitable for farming or residence.
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