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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1937
Page
4
A brief notice dated December 11 1937 records a gathering or event titled Saturday Morning at Denton Maryland involving individuals referred to as Ont and Secretary. The terse item notes the date and location with no further context or outcome.
A senator argues against compulsory destruction of crops and for a nationwide plan to store and distribute surplus food to the needy. He warns that reduction policies invite foreign production, harm farmers, and threaten domestic supply, urging purchase and distribution over destruction. He also critiques reliance on military expansion to justify defense spending, favoring peaceful, economic measures.
Washington debates focus on size type and cost of future armed forces. Members converge on adequate defense despite huge military spending and navy demands for more battleships. The President warns of potential attacks while cloakroom discussions shape policy.
The column contrasts rising federal outlays from three to nine billion dollars with Senator Bailey of North Carolina urging spending restraint. It notes Roosevelt’s call to ease burdens on small business and questions how to shift sentiment toward tax relief by backing lawmakers who push reduced expenditures. The piece hints at opposing views from big business interests.
A quotation rich with economic argument compares capital taxes to confiscation, noting that large industries pass taxes to the public. It recalls the 30 percent of national revenue from consumer taxes in 1929 and 60 percent today, arguing for a 10 to 25 percent government expense level to balance the budget, citing Coolidge and Mellon. J. E. Jones references Senators Bailey and Glass.
A rural reflection argues that good roads shape life outcomes. Two youths from nearby farms show divergent futures tied to road quality: one onward toward education and publishing, the other stuck in a rut with limited schooling. The piece urges legislators to fund road construction and maintenance to improve living conditions.
A Marshall De Motte message to California Rotary Clubs urges sane driving with the line that to others we should drive toward them. A Holyoke Daily Transcript quip notes the car behind the car in front as the one to watch. Detroit police staged a 12 mile test where the reckless driver finished three minutes ahead, gaining 15 seconds per mile.
Big businessmen discussed housing with the President as new building plans emerge with government and industrialists backing the effort. The plan envisions widespread home construction with private sector involvement.
The speaker promises a revival in business and employment and says conditions will be made easy to own a home. Government assistance will help finance borrowers and start payments based on principal and interest. The message emphasizes personal responsibility to fit payments to one’s means.
Winter nears with long nights and slow hours. The radio may keep families informed, but a home-town newspaper is essential to avoid ignorance of local events. Renewals and regular delivery ensure knowledge of the outside world and community news all winter.
A Peace Organizations statement criticizes the State Department for using a technicality to bypass the neutrality law. It argues Congress should decide war vs peace, not the Executive, and cites questions about a war in China. The piece also notes annual Bible observance and praises the Bible’s enduring universal influence.
A columnist argues against relying on General Hugh Johnson to fix national economics, critiquing centralization and dictatorial methods while praising Johnson's wit and combativeness. The piece satirically proposes militarizing unemployment registration and lampoons newspaper commentators as entertainment-driven voices.
A reader questions whether one possesses and reads the Bible, arguing its monumental influence in literary history and global life. The author urges every serious student to know the book, noting its vast scope yet inexpensive price, and asking direct questions about personal reading habits.
Charles Michelson, director of publicity for the Democratic National Committee, defends Hugh Johnson’s literary turn while noting his past fame during the N R A era. He argues Johnson’s bold phrases prove value beyond party-line denunciations and praises Johnson’s word craft over punditry.
William B. Matthews of the Maryland Tuberculosis Association urges using education to curb TB. He notes early discovery, prevention steps, tuberculin tests and X rays as key tools. The annual Christmas Seal sale funds ongoing health education and outreach. reports from counties awaited.
Uncle Jim notes that every second averages 96 tons of American soil lost to erosion, stressing the need to keep soil on the farms of the men who paid for it.
The Caroline County Branch of the International League for Peace and Freedom will meet in the Denton M. E. Church on Monday afternoon at 2 30. State president Mrs Orris G Robinson of Westminster will address the meeting. Mrs M S Andrews temporary chairman will preside. A cordial invitation is extended to all to attend.
The Denton M E Church Sunday School group plans a bazaar and bake sale in the vacant room next Townsend's on Market Street on December 10 and 11. Gifts for Christmas will be a special attraction.
An anonymous adage notes that true greatness stems from kindness. it positions virtue as the measure of worth rather than power or achievement.
Long Bros. Federalsburg expands name to Long Bros. & Co. W Carroll Pastorfield sells A J Smith farm of 55 acres at Tuckahoe Neck to Ohio buyer Valentine Theis. M H Swing, Ridgely hunter, reports 12 rabbits and 12 partridges during a Queen Annes County trip. County grants Seventh District road funds for shell road from Ridgely toward Downes Station. Thanksgiving social at Miss Nellie Dunning’s Fifth Avenue home honors Marian Stevens Kathleen Knotts and Margaret Carroll. Local deaths fire diet and jail escape items follow with brief notes on community events and residents.
The Maryland State Employment Service opens a branch at 101 Race Street Cambridge for Caro line Dorchester and Talbot Counties. A representative will be at Easton Courthouse Tuesdays 10 to 12 a.m. and Denton Courthouse Wednesdays 10 to 1 p.m.
Slats diary entries recount a rough week after Thanksgiving with humor and mischief. Oliver N Warren notes school to return to after holidays, family banter about gifts and chores, a dig at Jake’s foolishness, and memories of grandma and a dog’s death. The voice captures small town life and growing up.
Mary lands nutrition specialist Margaret McPheeters notes Maryland cooks favor sweet potatoes with cured meats and extras like brown sugar syrup raisins or marshmallows. Recipes include scalloped layers with fruit or nuts, marshmallow toppings, fried slices, and sweet potato puff with eggs butter and milk, plus a pumpkin-like pie.
The Sophanes Players and the College Glee Club present Gloria a joint Christmas choral drama of the Nativity. Elizabeth Mary John the Baptist and a Wise Man figure amid Roman soldiers in a tale of sacrifice rewarded with visions. Performances Monday December 20 at 8 15 with pictured period costumes and stage setting.
Denton residents tune in as WFBR airs local updates every Friday at 12 05 PM sharing community events weather and public notices. The regular short segment highlights neighborhood concerns and municipal happenings for the week.
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