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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1932
Page
4
A Denton editorial urges establishing a small scale farmers market to help farmers sell surplus produce directly to consumers two days weekly. It favors stalls for local dealers, benefits housewives with fresh eggs and fruit, and calls for community support and clear regulation of peddlers to protect merchants.
The piece argues people will probably shop as usual for Christmas and many face cash constraints. It urges early purchases to ease stress on postal workers and shop staff, noting the holiday rush strains, higher costs, and the need for considerate timing to spread demand beyond a single frantic period.
Canada’s banks withstood the Depression, with only one failure since 1923 and another in 1914. Robert J. C. Stead, writing in The Rotarian for December, argues Canada’s banking structure bore the pressure as firmly as the United States, protecting depositors despite severe losses and widespread distress.
The article argues that a $500000 capital and Dominion charter support a nationwide branch bank system in Canada. Branches reach remote Northland as readily as Montreal marble edifices. Banks cannot loan on real estate, and loans rely on collateral evaluated in distant cities. Proponents defend the system as slow to develop but stable during depressions, keeping depositors safe.
A nine year old boy is praised as bright, diligent and kind. He is described as fearless yet polite, with a loyal black and white setter. The piece reflects on how such children illuminate adult life and remind us of responsibilities across home, school, and community.
A plea to Americans with wages to fund relief by creating work rather than giving to charity. The piece argues better times lag without money circulating through business and trade. It calls for immediate home repairs and improvements to put money into both employed and unemployed pockets.
A 1932 perspective on balancing budgets at home and abroad. The Baltimore Evening Sun cites World War debts, calls for arbitration over armament costs, and urges economy to sustain purchasing power. It highlights the World Economy and Disarmament Conferences. mentions China famine relief and the Nansen passport concept.
The passage argues that what some call impossible contracts are, in fact, everyday sales. It claims thrifty citizens already own them and that such contracts are simply life insurance policies presented as ordinary transactions. It frames the idea as a normal, widespread financial instrument.
The ad argues that spasmodic marketing fails and newspaper space is the most economical direct publicity. It urges merchants to view ads as an investment, noting successful, busy merchants stay consistent in placing ads rather than spending for short bursts.
A promotional pitch describes a company formed by leading businessmen operating under strict regulations, with a large cash reserve and assets in government bonds and top American industries. It offers shares to the public with guarantees to heirs, loan options, and a cash-turnback feature if payments falter, presenting an ideal investor dream.
Advertisement-style note urging readers to subscribe to The Journal for nonstop news coverage and access to current events, tapping the publication’s promise of comprehensive local and regional reporting.
A reminiscence of local happenings including new homes at South Third and North Fifth streets Evangelicals mark Christmas displays in Denton and Gosport. Deaths include Ezekiel Sherwood near Dover and Mrs Martha S. Smith in Centreville. winter chills drop temperatures. Dwellings and farms change hands as postmaster appointments, marriages, and social events unfold across Caroline and Dorchester counties.
Sunday funeral for Mrs. Griffin aged 103 years and 11 months. Rev F Jenkins officiated at home, with interment in Greensboro cemetery. Born January 1, 1804 in Kent county Delaware near Petersburg. Remembered War of 1812 Fort McHenry bombardment. Survived by son Thomas Griffin and daughter Mrs Jacob Stokeley along with many grandchildren. Funeral attendee and church member.
Santa will land near Haven Lake Filling Station at 1 30 PM on Saturday in Milford, with a parade, band, and gifts for children. The Milford Merchants Association sponsors the visit, followed by a Plaza Theatre vaudeville and film program featuring Roisman Alabamians, Tom Mix in My Pal the King, Mickey Mouse Cartoon, and Thelma Todd and Zasu Pitts.
Mr Charles H Turner of New Jersey formerly Ridgely visits his daughter Mrs John Ebling. Mr and Mrs Enos Zeigler of Magnolia were entertained at Mr Andrew Mitchells. Mr and Mrs Raymond Rawlings of Greensboro visited Mr and Mrs Charles Starkey. Mr and Mrs Henry Wilkinson entertained her brother Mr Harry Burton and wife of Philadelphia. A bake sale for the Fire Company is planned at the Fire House on Saturday. Mr and Mrs I E Mason were in Wilmington last Tuesday.
The Peoples Bank Denton Maryland will hold its annual stockholders meeting on Tuesday January 10 1933 between 1 and 3 PM at the banking house to elect directors for the ensuing year J Frank Wright cashier
The Denton National Bank Denton Md December 9 1992 announces a sale at the bank on Tuesday January 10 1935 between 1 and 3 pm local time. W I Norris cashier.
A diary entry outlines how colds spread and urges caution. It lists daily reflections from Friday to Thursday, includes advice from Dr. I. H. Riley on hygiene, and emphasizes avoiding sharing utensils, kissing, and close contact while ill. The piece notes germs spread via sneezing coughing and hand contact and recommends bed rest, fluids, and medical guidance.
The court met Tuesday with Judges West Towers and Fleetwood approving letters of administration for Martha Laigneil and Bertie Kelley personal estate, naming appraisers Everett Nuttle, Donald Jefferson, Jesse T. Dennis, and Joseph H. Trice. Guardianship, releases, inventories, and final accounts were also filed and approved for multiple estates including Margaret Satterfield Mary Seeney Mildred Ginn and Christian Holsinger.
Representative T Alan Goldsborough of Maryland vows a vigorous campaign to enact his inflation bill in the short session. He says support has grown since last year and expects Senate action. The bill would require the Treasury, the Federal Reserve Board and banks to restore dollar purchasing power to the 1921 1929 average by exchanging government bonds for circulating notes and maintaining them until prices reach the target. Goldsborough notes the administration appears sympathetic to the measure.
The Federal Theatre announces a Christmas Gift Book offering access to favorite shows. Available for sale at the Woman's Club Bazaar on Thursday and Friday, December 8 and 9, with details at the box office.
Henderson and Bartley families plus Marvel and Gooden visitors from Wilmington and Aberdeen are listed among weekend guests and weekly callers. Church revival services are in progress at the M. E. Church here.
Federalsburg announces the engagement of Deborah Marie Bryan to Henry Q. Long. Deborah is a Seaford Central School class of 1931 graduate. Henry Long, son of Harvey H. Long, attended Washington College and Johns Hopkins, now with Sunshine Laundry. The Long family operates Long & Short stores on the Delmar Va Peninsula. Wedding planned for January.
At the December meeting on Thursday December 1 1932 Lidens Liden Community Club elected officers for the year ahead President Mrs Elon Wright vice president Mrs R H Walling secretary Mrs B B Lawless treasurer Mrs P A Noble executive board member Mrs Martin Noble advisory council Mrs Wm Hignutt parliamentarian Mrs C Brown project demonstrators Mrs Hignutt and Mrs Walling and accepted appreciation for the beautiful chairman Mrs A Patton The club planned a family party for the next meeting Thursday January 6 1933 and a recreation meeting at the community house on December 28 in the evening.
Women of Denton and nearby areas are invited to a cooking demonstration at 2 p m next Wednesday December 14 at the Community House Denton by Miss Lavina Allison from the Home Economics Department of the Pyrofax Division Carbide and Carbon Chemicals Corporation New York City She will explain how foods are prepared and answer questions and will bring a cook to assist Also attendees may receive premiums including cast aluminum cooking utensils and the prepared foods
After a year in preparation the screen version of Wilson Collison's Red Dust comes to the Federal Theatre with Clark Gable and Jean Harlow in a dramatic love triangle set on a rubber plantation in Indo China. Joan Crawford stars in Rain at the Federal Theatre with a breakthrough role as Sadie Thompson. Will Rogers shines in Too Busy to Work at the Federal, pairing Marian Nixon with Dick Powell in a lively comedy tale of a tramp who steers three lives.
In loving memory of my mother Adele Asche Patchett who passed away December 15 1931. It was twelve months ago the 15th since death came knocking at our door. We miss you dear mother and treasure your memory. Deep in our hearts lies a picture of you, one of the best. Sadly missed by her daughter Minnie.
Mr and Mrs Carroll Meredith Mrs Jas Boley and Miss Addie Griffin were in Easton on Thursday. Mrs Mollie Richards returned to her home in Wilmington on Monday. Mr and Mrs Joseph Brumbaugh have both been suffering with grip. Swing Brothers have closed their basket works until after Christmas. Mr Luke Andrews is to succeed Mr Glanville Downes as constable. Mr David Mitchell visited in Chester from Friday to Tuesday.
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