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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1951
Page
2
The Miami police chief announced a courtesy campaign with posters reading Courtesy wins friends for Miami, the department, and YOU placed on desks, phones, motorcycles, and patrol cars. The effort, funded by a local power company, followed wide notice of its national and international samples and aims to curb toughness in traffic enforcement.
The Bituminous Coal Institute highlights a sun powered energy chain from ancient plant life to modern machines. Nations using more energy have higher living standards, and the United States leads due to a robust coal industry that digs transports and delivers fuel for widespread benefits.
The Brooklyn Eagle cites Ray Tucker arguing that government control of electricity could set a precedent for broader socialization of the economy. He warns that if government can produce power, it could eventually take over steel, shoes, autos, railroads, and other goods.
Railroads provide the nation with the bulk of commercial transport, moving more freight and miles than all other modes combined. The Interstate Commerce Commission notes railways carry nearly five times the intercity freight of motor trucks, essential in war and peacetime alike.
Ellis of the Rockford Standard speaks against H. R. 4963 proposing eight fuel-fired steam plants by Bonneville. He disputes public power, argues it raises taxes, and favors private or municipal power options while opposing federal projects to push private firms out of electricity.
James A. Shelton of Security-First National Bank of Los Angeles argues that ordinary citizens must understand government costs through taxation. He notes the rich are already taxed heavily and that most future tax burdens will fall on those earning under $5,000, with November 1’s tax law increasing income taxes by 11 percent and raising excise taxes on many items.
Warydel Ed Brandt family visited relatives in Chester Heights Pa. John and wife celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on December 23 at home. Janet Heather visits from Philadelphia Franklin School of Science and Art. John Nolan family holidaying in New York City with relatives. Owen Johnson and son visit from Warner Air Field Georgia. James Walker and wife welcomed daughter Dolores Elizabeth on December 18 at Kent General Hospital. S. C. Tuxward hospitalized after head injuries from icy falls. David Wilkie and family visited in Collins Park Wilmington. Harry and Lillian Smith celebrate 50th wedding anniversary with open house on December 23. they wed in 1901 in Maryland. Their son Harry S. Smith is mentioned.
Lives in Georgetown Delaware. Since retiring from the Equitable Life Insurance Company he has been engaged in the general insurance business.
A feature explores odd species reported in nature. It highlights an Inver head of a brig that can fly backward and a fish said to carry an anti air craft gun, examining strange reports and scientific explanations.
In the December 30 issue of The American Weekly, a feature article explores natu.cd's most remarkable creatures. The piece underscores oddities and curiosities with vivid descriptions, reflecting the era's fascination with natural marvels and scientific wonder.
Since its 1792 opening the U S Mint has struck gold silver and minor coins valued at more than seven billion dollars.
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