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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1935
Page
2
Mary Melvin listed as vice president and secretary as the item enters the Denton Maryland post office as second class mail matter on Saturday morning February 9 1935.
The piece argues Lincoln’s lack of vindictiveness and push for reconciliation saved postwar healing. It compares post World War I terms to future conflicts, urging leaders to adopt magnanimity to prevent wars and foster unity, urging more Lincoln like figures to ease quarrels and reduce conflicts worldwide.
A community editorial urges unity under Roosevelt era policy while praising the Agricultural Adjustment Act as relief from hard times. It argues Washington and Wall Street cannot cure the slump and calls for self-reliance, work, and perseverance with lines from a patriotic hymn.
A business observer notes the mood hinges on United States Steel resuming its preferred dividend. The firm, a historic market bellwether since 1901, cut from 7 to 2 then halted, now faces 36 million dollars in arrears. Demand rises as production runs at about 60 percent capacity, with six day weeks for white collar staff and payroll restored to prior levels.
A broad view shows profits rising for firms like American Telephone and Telegraph Chesapeake and Ohio J C Penney and Montgomery Ward while coal and textiles begin to mend. Unemployment remains high with about 20 million on relief though improvement is anticipated as heavy industry improves. The Administration signals a shift toward business input, aiming for rate reductions and a more favorable climate for investment.
The NRA policy debate centers on extending the current Recovery Act beyond June 16. Experts, including S Clay Williams, urge a one to two year extension for continued observation and study of fair competition codes. Williams notes NRA evolved from trial and error and calls for a more deliberative, incremental approach without radical change.
The speaker contrasts pre NRA business with today, saying wages should not fall below a living minimum for factory and service workers while anti trust suspensions enabled by the administration curb harsh competition. He argues these provisions underpin business prospects and do not weaken future confidence.
Albert E Buckley of the Keystone Automobile Club of Maryland objects to the Casey Committee plan for a relief bond. He argues an $8,000,000 bond would burden motorists, drain road funds, and stifle auto ownership. He urges the Legislature to scrap the plan once officially presented.
A decade of change in life insurance shows funds increasingly favor living policyholders over beneficiaries. In 1934 US companies paid 2.7 billion dollars to policyholders and heirs, with 1.8 billion to living holders and 0.9 billion to beneficiaries. The shift redefines life insurance as an investment in old age and personal security, aiding education, estate building, and business resilience.
E L McKinstry, editor of the West Chester Daily Local News, argues after 55 years in journalism that retail advertising stabilizes prices and acts as a buyer seller contract. It publicly records guarantees of quality at set rates, with public opinion as the final judge if issues arise. Veteran shoppers rely on ads as a trusted shopping guide.
A writer urges the man with ten dollars to invest in gifts for his family to use advertising columns for light. He argues that ads enable price comparison for farms spectacles or vacation tours and protect buyers from extortion, noting America offers safety with the newspaper as a trusted ally.
Despite Supreme Court gold clause anxieties the nation sees rising business activity. Dun and Bradstreet reports the activity index up from 50.1 in 1932 to 73.9 now, 17.1 above last year, with economists predicting a self-sustaining upturn as natural forces push growth forward.
The House is expected to pass a soldiers bonus bill while the Senate’s stance remains uncertain. The President is anticipated to veto the measure and a likely House override follows, with the Senate possibly siding with the President or remaining uncertain.
Editorial notes recount Franklin D Roosevelt’s long advocacy for conserving natural resources from his New York Senate days to the presidency. The piece lauds his 1934 National Resources Board report and the Mississippi Valley Commission plan, urging orderly national development and a shift to work relief projects that tackle soil, water, and mineral depletion while linking resources to industry and living standards.
R H Stafford offers repairs for farming implements and tractors with an up to date shop and tools. He promises quick work and broad capability for farm and home needs.
M. K. Newnam of Denton furnishes homes and urges customers to see Quick-Meal Majestic Kitchen ranges Perfection oil stoves Chunk stoves Superfex oil burner heaters and Superfex oil-burning refrigerators for house equipment.
M K Newnam offers a used quick meal range in ivory and tan, all porcelain, like new, priced at 65 dollars. The ad notes good condition and a bargain for home kitchen use.
Twenty five years ago Denton banks announce a four percent interest rate for time deposits in savings. Local Life events include weddings at Templeville and near Greensboro, engagements, and community notices. Multiple marriages and obituaries mark a period of social activity with school improvements and local visits noted.
The funeral for John H Hughes, brother of Henry W Hughes of this town, was held in Harrington on Tuesday. The Armour Company has chosen Ridgely for a strawberry processing plant, despite offers from other Maryland Delaware Peninsula sites. C O Davidson of Armour noted the decision after reviewing proposals and plans to sign contracts next week during the Canners Convention in Atlantic City.
John Barton Payne longtime chairman of the American Red Cross died January 24 at George Washington University Hospital after influenza and an appendectomy. A prominent lawyer and public servant, he led disaster relief efforts from 1921 onward and held roles with the League of Red Cross Societies, the Brookings Institution and the National Geographic Society. He was born January 26, 1855 in Pruntytown Virginia and served under six presidents in roles from judge to cabinet member.
A friend congratulated Judge Payne on his Red Cross service and happiness in his work. He replied that his highest salary is personal satisfaction, noting relief efforts during the drought of 1930-31 and unemployment relief before federal programs organized.
Eighteen members and one visitor met at Mrs. John Engerman’s for the January 30 Twentieth Century Club gathering. The library committee reported thirteen members using library cards, with six pursuing Reading Certificates. The group aims to win the State Reading Contest with a $10 prize for the county. Dues are set for February 13 to cover Federation and County dues. A February 14 Valentine party at the Parish House in Preston, organized by Mrs. Howard Holden’s team, features lively games, folk dances, and music with 15-cent admission. public welcome.
Stormy weather forces postponement. January gathering held Feb 6 at Mrs Irvin Theis home with Miss Spafford presenting Efficient Lighting for the Farm Home. February will host Mrs Lee Walston and Sara Murphy for Sanitation in the Home while ministers meet in Middletown District. Mr Leonard P Voss injures hip in ice slide. infant Garrett buried at Denton cemetery. Maggie Morgan convalescing from pneumonia.
Dentonia Theatre brings back Broadway Bill starring Warner Baxter and Myrna Loy at Radio City Music Hall with It Happened One Night encore. The show runs two weeks with a Disney Mickey Mouse cartoon and Pathe News, plus Jack Holt Edmund Lowe thrillers on February 12 13.
The Journal announces refined engraving services for wedding invitations and visiting cards. Our offices serve as headquarters for fine printing with neat, artistic work using the latest style type.
A dated diary style record recounts Friday discussions about Mr Parker the bank vice president and his ear there are vows about investments in cars Saturday notes Ant Emmy researching charities and remarking on world events Sunday Lucy Gipper refusing Hal Pinney's offer after three marriages Monday a teacher complaint about a country composition and a student misreadings Tuesday Oscar Weddle denial of Easter wedding talk and a misattributed engagement Wednesday Ant Emmy's comment on American liberty and diverse society Thursday Pa jokes about doctors keeping appendages and tonsils folksy chatter persists through the week
Ransom money from the Lindbergh kidnapping was found in Dorchester county. Julian B. Brinsfield turned over $15 to authorities. Brinsfield suspects truck drivers servicing markets in New Jersey and New York received the money.
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