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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1926
Page
4
Published every Saturday by Melvin and Johnson Incorporated with David Benjamin E. Johnson as President and Treasurer and Benjamin II Johnson as Vice President and Secretary. Entered at the Denton Missouri post office as second class mail matter on Saturday morning August 21, 1926.
The Delaware State News reflects on miners entombed for 105 hours finding solace in prayer and the normal human instinct toward faith during crisis. It notes readers’ sympathy for Randolph Cobb and colleagues, and contrasts such devotion with secular life. The piece also recounts an English reader’s Bible statistics and praises lasting appeal of the Scriptures with authorship and memory feats by John Muir.
The Daily Banner reports the wet backers of Franklin Upshur's bid for Congress against incumbent Alan Goldsborough abandoned the issue on the Eastern Shore. They blame misreading local voters and shift focus to tariff notes, citing a Tri-State Packers Association resolution backing Goldsborough's efforts to raise tomato tariffs, undercutting Upshur's supporters.
A local discussion centers on tomato cultivation practices and possible policy changes. Residents, farmers, and council members discuss best methods, potential subsidies, and timing for implementation as the issue garners attention across the town.
A field secretary denounces neglect and encourages strong participation in primaries and elections. He cites ruined lives from lack of education, warns against indifferent farmers, and urges voters to select men of character who stand firm for righteousness in all offices. The piece frames voting as moral duty and societal preservation.
On Friday August 27 1926 Maryland Day marks the Long Island battle anniversary with Governor Ritchie and Adjutant General Reckord in attendance. A Maryland escort in colonial dress will accompany the Governor in the Court of Honor and a replica Maryland State seal will center the formation. The Baltimore Evening Sun Band will provide music and the B and O Glee Club may appear. Special excursion trains from Baltimore to Philadelphia run at 8:00 AM and return at 9:30 PM with a 4.00 round trip fare incl. Exposition grounds admissions. Maryland and regional railroad rates apply.
The Caroline county Orphans Court met in regular session with Judges West Harper and Shawn. The last will and testament of George W Kelley, deceased, was filed in court by Harry W Davis custodian and by order of court will
The court set probate on August 21 for Frances A. Pennington estate with Houston Pennington and H. L. Holsinger named as administrators bond filed appraisers named G. Lawrence Wilson and T. Frank Seward. Separately Mary Elizabeth Faulkner appointed administrator pendente lite for William J. Faulkner estate with appraisers Wallace Jones and Norman Seward. Arthur W. Sculley guardian filed and was approved for Joseph H. Perry Jr. Merriken trustee released Alverta and Nellie Gibson. bill in equity on Harriet L. Ivins estate filed with exhibits and publication order.
The village social page reports a well attended Cedar Grove picnic by the Reformed Sunday School. Numerous residents and visitors are listed visiting relatives in Bridgeville Annapolis and Philadelphia. Several mentions cover sermons visitors illnesses and local travel with frequent acts of hospitality and a note that more heads have been bobbed lately.
In sact but loving remembrance of my dear mother Mrs Floney H Pollard who departed this life October 30 1924 Though youre gone youre not forgotten Your memory sacred Until my heart in death is stifled A mother dear a mother kind Has gone and left us all behind For all of us she did her best So God grant her eternal rest I trust that you are happy In your heavenly Home above Where all is joy and everlasting love Mother two years ago you left us How I miss your loving face But you left us to remember None on earth can take your place
A daughter mourns her mother in a poem of rest and eternal peace. The speaker recalls a life of care, the sudden departure, and a pledge that the grave will not be forgotten as loved ones gather in time.
A morning prompt urges arranging the mind for orderly work to avoid friction and energy waste. It extols calm resolve, humility, and daily self-control to foster happiness and better relations with employers and colleagues as the day unfolds in harmony with duty.
In Caroline county Maryland an Orphans Court equity suit seeks sale of Harriet L Ivins real estate in Burrsville to distribute proceeds among heirs John O Ivins Addison W Ivins James Harvey Ivins Rene Ivins Lambert R Ivins Emma Ivins Abijah D Ivins Dora Ivins Clark C Ivins and Harvey L Ivins The court orders publication of notice in Caroline county newspapers once weekly for four weeks before September 21 1926 with a hearing set for October 21 1926 to show cause why a decree should not be entered.
Milestone Rubber Company in East Liverpool Ohio seeks a salesman for an exclusive territory. No experience needed. Earn $300 monthly plus potential milestones. Ad appeared October 17 and August 21 1911.
Prepared canned vegetables enable quick versatile casseroles. Tomatoes corn peas and stringless beans lead many blends, from Corn and Tomatoes au Gratin to peas with carrots, eggs, or potatoes, all finished with breadcrumbs and cheese.
Oscar E. Kelley announces candidacy for Judge of the Orphans Court in Caroline County. He seeks Democratic primary support for the election on September 14. He pledges to serve the native county with his best effort if nominated and elected, urging friends and fellow party members to support him. August 14, 1926.
T Clayton Taylor announces candidacy for the Sheriff nomination in the Democratic primaries and pledges to fulfill duties if nominated and elected. Nelson H Fooks also announces candidacy for the State Senate this fall, subject to Democratic Primaries.
A person announces candidacy for the House of Delegates subject to Democratic primaries on Tuesday September 14 1926. Support sought from voters and party members in anticipation of the upcoming contest.
Attorney for Mrs. Lona G. Clark offers at public sale the dwelling house and lot on Market Street in Denton Caroline County Maryland. Sale at courthouse door Tuesday September 7 1926 between 2 and 4 pm. Property lies south side of Market Street with detailed metes and bounds. Improvements include bath town water sewer electric lights cellar porches stable barn and fruit trees. Located in a desirable residential section. Terms one third cash day of sale and balance in two equal installments secured by mortgage with interest. or all cash. Title at purchaser expense. J Owen Knotts attorney. James Temple auctioneer.
Lona G. Clark owner. J Qwen Knotts attorney. Public sale of household furniture and goods to be conducted as part of estate settlement. Sale details and exact time to be announced by auctioneer or local notices.
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