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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1939
Page
2
Historic Thorpland, a three wing house built with the oldest wing in 1747 and once a Southern Maryland showplace in Upper Marlboro Thorpland was burned with an estimated loss of 10000. Present owner is Mr. Perry Boswell. The fire news highlights a landmark lost to flames.
The guide explains starting and maintaining a coal fire for warmth with ashpit damper and check damper adjustments. It covers lighting the fire, when to add coal, and steps to avoid smothering the fire. It advises gradual coal addition and proper damper use to save fuel and trips to the cellar.
A bill introduced by Senator Paul Rinard seeks to curb theater advertising and previews. It would make it unlawful to show ads or trailers lasting more than three minutes during a film unless patrons receive conspicuous notice. News reels would be limited to news events only.
A concise guide directs readers to follow regional ads to local services and opportunities. It highlights how to use classified listings to locate vendors, events, and notices, guiding readers toward practical next steps after scanning the paper.
A stage play Prologue to Glory recreates Abraham Lincoln's romance with Ann Rutledge. A real Otumwa Iowa grandmother portrays the pioneer girl, descendant Mary Ann Rutledge, John Rutledge, Edward Reutledge, Donald Rutledge, and the present Ann Rutledge. Five vintage photos were donated to the Decatur Lincoln Memorial collection by Edward Rutledge.
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