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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1889
Page
2
The Denton Journal reports growing belief that Blaine will become Secretary of State. The note appears in a broader piece discussing political developments, while other items mention a Delaware constitutional convention bill and the Greensboro Fred Press turning nine.
The article notes Charles H. Gisson consistently assists his constituents and that his requests are generally granted. It highlights the Choptank River route daily mail service as a public benefit valued by local business leaders.
The Baltimore Sun notes the Prohibition party, not the Republican side, took about a thousand votes from the Democratic ticket in the First Congressional district last fall. Most Republicans remain steadfastly loyal and unaltered.
Judge Morris dismissed without costs the libel suit by Robert A. McGuinn a colored minister against the Mason L Weems owners and captain. McGuinn said he was seated at a first class table during July 1887 when he refused to move the dishes were removed and threats followed. The court ruled first class price should ensure same accommodations but public sentiment may justify some separation and the carrier need not sacrifice business to combat it. The petitioner suffered humiliation but not enough for damages.
A Minnesota discussion on bribery in Senate contests notes that buying a seat may be cheaper there than elsewhere. Documents describe offers of government jobs for Sabin votes and a $1,000 bid for Washburn, plus wine bribes. The piece warns the Senate may be a luxury within reach of moneyed interests.
Istpor Rayner asserts the need for a united party to win the state race and the upcoming Senate selection. He criticizes Democratic leadership in Washington, calls for fair treatment of Democrats, and stresses that candidates must be chosen by and from the people to reclaim national control.
Senator John T. Morgan argues race antipathies cannot be resolved by laws or administration. He contends these prejudices rest on foundations humans did not build and sustained by ordinances beyond human power to enact or amend. He warns abolition efforts may deepen prejudice among both whites and inferiors, and that the Negro question is a universal race issue, not confined to the South.
A February Century article by Dr. Gladden argues against total disfranchisement for minor offenses and urges reformative, time-limited penalties. It condemns political participation for bribery and fraudulent voting, insisting such offenders should never vote again, while other felonies may allow restoration after reform.
Mrs James G Blaine Jr signs a contract to act in a society drama next year, under the management of Daniel Frohman. The arrangement signals a high social profile involvement in the upcoming production.
Whanumaker's in Philadelphia advertises Pollock Garment Fitting Frames claiming perfect dress fit with a cuirass of flexible metal tapes adjustable by hooks and eyes. It promises precise waist and sleeve fitting for $1 to $2, with customers supplying the cloth.
Wind driven sales show early response to this year’s gingham styles. Text praises color and novelty with mentions of Scotch and Yankee names, urging shoppers to buy in June to avoid rush, noting hundreds of designs priced 20 to 60 cents.
Advertises dress robes priced from four to ten dollars per item with rich fabrics for panels and trimmings. Describes strong plain weave options suitable for combining, noting yard-cost is double or more.
John Wanamaker warns readers against careless spending and touts a local shoe sale offering pairs advertised as six dollar shoes now four dollars. He notes the quality of the four dollar shoes from nearby sources and urges shoppers to scrutinize bargains to avoid wasteful spending.
Mortgagees offer the Poplar Neck property in Denton on Tuesday February 17 1889 at 1 PM. The tract totals about 458 acres split into two parcels and a combined sale if bids favor it. Located near Goldsborough and Henderson with access to churches schools mills and a railway, the auction requires 4500 dollars cash and the balance in two yearly payments secured to the seller.
In equity the Circuit Court for Caroline County Maryland orders notice for a suit by Mary A Madara and others against absent defendants to sell the Perry Farm a tract in Caroline County to satisfy a mortgage held by Edgar G Miller and Thomas Hill trustees. The heirs include Martha Martin Harry Collins Jacob John Jennie Laura and Helen Madara all nonresidents of Maryland. The 1885 deed and 1887 mortgage are cited with the intent to distribute proceeds among heirs after payment of taxes repairs and mortgage interest. The real estate is described as not divisible without loss and sale is favored due to limited income and proximity to Ridgely. A four week newspaper notice is required before February 21 1889.
Owing to great pressure on our columns, space limits force truncation of the reports from the committees on the reunion of the Society of the Army of the Potomac, as recently held in Baltimore. The article promises full committee proceedings in a future issue.
A 1886 87 tax sale notice in Caroline County by Surton W Parker announces seizure and sale of Elizabeth Gifford’s land in Preston Precinct Fourth Election District. Describes parcel from Skillington Creek bridge to creek, with specific boundary bearings and distances. Taxes due 1886 and 1887 are listed. title papers at purchaser expense.
Frederick Hardy of Roxbury Massachusetts, a gentleman in his seventies, found his thinning hair and graying restored by Ayer s Hair Vigor. He reports the tonic stopped hair loss and restored his white hair to the shade he had at age 25 without staining the scalp.
Mrs Mary Montgomery of Boston reports shedding a dress cap to reveal new growth from Ayer s Hair Vigor. Similar results are noted by several others including Mrs C O Prescott and Miss Bessie H Bedloe. The ad links hair growth to blood and stomach health and recommends Ayer s Sarsaparilla or Pills in conjunction.
An advertisement for Bucklen's Arnica Salve claims it is the best remedy for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt sores fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money back. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by George & Redden.
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