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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1944
Page
4
The piece urges calm discussion on Poland Greece and other fronts while criticizing land grabs by warring nations. It defends the United States as a defender of freedom, urges use of diplomacy, and cautions against heated rhetoric while promoting thoughtful dialogue and universal freedoms.
Bitter disputes over six State Department nominations bogged the Senate as lawmakers engaged in small talk to avoid delaying final confirmations. The row seemed aimed at irritatings President Roosevelt amid Churchill Stalin and Roosevelt tensions. After holidays and election sting, lawmakers may return to calmer mood. a big business leader urged reconverting American thinking and attitude without delay.
General Carlos P. Romulo, after serving with MacArthur and Osmena, told National Press Club audiences that despite Japanese pressure Filipinos remain united with America. He warned there is no doubt of eventual victory and freedom, emphasizing faith, loyalty, and the allied bond.
In 1944 the WPB projects an 80 percent rise in industrial output from 1942. About 8.4 million workers, six hundred percent, labored in durable goods. Shortages and civilian toil hit hard as war needs surged. Old systems adapted, from cars to ships, planes, and even television, with government expenses soaring beyond prewar levels. NewsparprrhAbHiye
President Roosevelt clarifies the Atlantic Charter story saying it never had formal status and originated at a 1941 press conference on the Atlantic. He questions the charter's claim to universality and notes it was not signed by Roosevelt and Churchill, despite claims of British and American backing.
A Maryland survey of 200 farmers in Kent and nearby counties projects 8.49 million dollars in postwar spending over two years. Plans span tractors, new dairy barns, electricity, and household equipment with per farm totals from 940 to 2500 dollars. Farmers expect to finance most purchases from current income or savings, with borrowing and rising hired help postwar.
Edward McMahon, a former Washington College track standout, is stationed in the Pacific and remains active with elite runners. A recent Rainbow Relays report notes he teamed with a Hawaiian sailor and an Army member to form a fast quartet competing with world dispatches.
A summary of two Social Security programs explains that Old-Age and Survivors Insurance provides benefits based on a worker’s wages to support himself and family when wages stop, while Old-Age Assistance offers need-based aid to the elderly, with state discretion on eligibility and payment amounts, funded with Federal help and not requiring prior contributions. For more details contact the Social Security Board office in Salisbury, Maryland.
In loving memory of my little son William Noah Collison Jr who departed this life December 27 1943. December brings sad memories of a loved one gone to rest. Sadly missed by his Daddy Wm N Collison. Also in memory of our grandson William Noah Collison Sr one year since that sad day. Grandparents Mr and Mrs Clarence Collison and family. Also by great grandparents Mr and Mrs John Collison Sr.
Officers of the Woman's Society of Christian Service at Trinity Methodist Church in Goldsboro were elected and will be installed January 3. Named are President Mrs J W Sylvester and secretaries Mrs Wilson Smith, Mrs Marjorie Williams, Mrs Edward Jarrell, Mrs Noble Shively, Mrs J C Kinnamon, Mrs R F Cartwright, and Mrs C R Riehard, plus treasurer Mrs Edward Jarrell.
Mr and Mrs Mack Hilton of New York have purchased the 100 acre Wessel farm near Templeville Queen Annes county from Mr and Mrs Walter Wessel. They plan to move January 1. Mrs Hilton, formerly Miss Katherine Richards of Henderson, is a nurse. Mr Hilton, born in Texas, is an electrical engineer in civil service.
Mrs M Clifton Watson thanks friends and neighbors for the kind cards letters gifts and flowers sent during her hospital stay expressing gratitude for the support and kindness she received.
The quote notes that the just, though detesting evil, grant patient hearings to others hoping they will produce proofs of their innocence. It frames the virtue of listening as a test of integrity and openness in evaluating claims of right and wrong.
Henderson residents hosted numerous families over Christmas with gatherings in Wilmington Ridgely Goldsboro and Dover. The Death Angel claimed three townsfolk Elizabeth Dill John F Stabler and Edwin Medford. Funeral for Stabler held at Rawlings on Saturday Keenawnee burial at Keenawnee.
Mrs. Montague and Mr. and Mrs. T A Montague hosted relatives after Christmas. Mrs. Pippin visited near Templeville with Mr. and Mrs. Henry Pippin. Mrs. Frase from Philadelphia spent holidays with her mother Mrs. Pritchett. Evelyn Roden and a Baltimore guest visited Mr. and Mrs. Richard Roden. Ella Satterfield visited Marcus Hook with Mr. and Mrs. Seward. Virgie Cartwright of Dover had dinner with Mr. and Mrs. Montague. Carl Nichols visited Greensboro with Mr. and Mrs. Henry Shultie. George C. King and Wilmington guests spent Friday with L. M. Jones. James Jones of Wilmington spent the weekend with relatives. Billy Griffin stayed part of the week with his sister Miss Mary Griffin in Elkton. W E Stubbs and relatives in Baltimore shared holidays. Carroll House spent the weekend with relatives in Norristown.
The Hillsboro Community Club held its annual Christmas party on Friday December 22 with evergreen decorations carols and gifts for all attendees Refreshments of ice cream and cookies were served Several local residents and visitors from Wilmington Landover Md Ridgely Centreville Easton and other nearby towns visited family and spent Christmas with relatives and friends in the area
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