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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1936
Page
11
Twin sisters Ari an and Nadine secretly vow to boycott Christmas then face family pressure and social mockery. After initial resolve they admit their plan and choose to join the holiday rush, declaring they will make the biggest fuss about Christmas in the remaining days.
G R Caulk and Sons of Dodson Avenue St Michaels emphasizes versatility across ventures. They manufacture durable cinder blocks under Straub patents and sell coal and wood products, serving Nichols Estate Stores Tilghman Moyer and others, with oyster packing shipped north and west, under Albert and Alvin Caulk.
Nu-Kraft Manufacturing Corp at North Washington Street Eaton reports an immediate need for about 20 additional women to operate machines. Under W A Rumsey the plant produces high quality men's dress shirts and maintains top pace and above average quality with a staff of around 55 workers. Rumsey has led the operation for 25 years strengthening the plant since its founding two years ago.
Gill Brothers of Cross Street Chestertown emphasize sanitary conditions and quality in producing bulk and brick ice cream fresh ices and confections. The plant serves a 60 mile radius with three delivery trucks and seven workers under Henry and Lee Gill.
EASTON There is something new and different about Anthony Conomos confectionery at 36 East Dover Street where the best in sweets is available plus a substantial lunch and fountain menu. Conomos, with 12 years at the site, made thousands of pounds of candy from quality ingredients and sells only candies that meet his standards. Tasty sandwiches are featured with special platters, and ice cream and other delicacies round out a complete roster.
SASTON The stabilizing financial institution within the community is valued highly by Easton district residents as C T Williams and Company thrives under J Carter Richardson. Located in the National Bank Building the branch of the Baltimore firm has influenced regional life since its 1925 founding. Richardson became manager June 1 1925 and has drawn new friends and clients while guiding security purchases and market shifts.
Covey and Williams of Main Street Federalsburg present a complete automotive stock focusing on Ford cars and trucks. The 26 year old firm offers Ford parts accessories batteries and Goodyear tires plus Essex products Tydel gasoline and a range of radios hardware and other items. A. H. Covey and J. H. Williams promote R and G used cars with demonstrations available.
Federalsburg hardware firm Jones Brothers on South Main Street gains public regard for its conscientious service since last September. Albert and Preston Jones continue the policy of John W. Hurlock and Company and add householders and builders hardware, Grunow and General Electric refrigerators, and Quaker oil burners to the lineup.
The coal man of St. Michaels, George B. Taylor and his son George Dawson Taylor, supply wholesale and retail anthracite and bituminous coal. Two trucks operate under the firm, serving Royal Oak and nearby towns with Susquehanna Jamison and Consolidated brands, emphasizing home service for winter readiness.
W H Jesse and Son of St Michaels has provided extensive lumber and building supplies for 21 years. The firm offers lumber, hardware, paints, roofing, and related services with two trucks for county delivery. Founder W H Jesse started the business, later joined by his son Dashiell Jesse, whose death in a recent automobile accident ends the father and son partnership.
Easton based Mid-City Garage shows 1937 Buick and Pontiac models as part of General Motors line. The firm operates as a Buick Pontiac agency for over a decade, featuring Texaco products and a 24 hour repair and maintenance department led by C. S. Dunham.
Seney Oil Company of Centreville serves Kent Queen Annes Caroline and Talbot counties with Shell products and has followed Shell policies for the last decade. Milton Seney oversees wholesale and retail operations to meet customer needs, with three tank trucks distributing Shell gasoline lubricants kerosene and fuel oil.
Excelsior Pearl Works, Inc, the largest button maker in the United States, dominates its markets with 500 workers at the Federalsburg plant. Samuel R. Davis, secretary and general manager, commends staff harmony and industry expertise. Other officials include Bernard Rifkin and Sydney Rothchild.
Douglas Guardian Warehouse Corporation based in the Stewart Building Easton operates vast storage for 160000 cases of canned goods. About 60 percent houses local cannery products while the rest stores miscellaneous stock. In 32 states, under manager Dan B. Mac Duff since May 1 1935, the firm aids clients with guidance and service.
Easton Candy Company on Hanson Street runs a broad stock and service network with headquarters directed by C. R. Whiteley. Over five years the firm has progressed, offering delivery across Talbot Queen Annes Dorchester and Caroline counties and parts of Kent and Sussex counties in Delaware with three trucks. Blue Ribbon cigars supplement its candy and tobacco offerings for a wide clientele.
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