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Saturday morning February 15 1908 release by Howard Melvin Benj with Melvin Johnson publishers.
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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1908
Page
2
Saturday morning February 15 1908 release by Howard Melvin Benj with Melvin Johnson publishers.
The Baltimore Sun notes Senator Beveridge argued for a tariff revision commission in the Senate, but Speaker Cannon staunchly opposes any tariff tinkering this session. Beveridge’s pages fail to move Cannon, while Uncle Joe’s influence remains strong among his colleagues.
A bill by Preston Ray of Montgomery County proposes harsh penalties for vagrants and those without visible means of support. It lists tramps, idle or profligate individuals, able-bodied loiterers, gamblers, beggars, prostitutes, and outsiders who reside without labor, aiming to curb lawlessness in various counties and public spaces.
The text outlines penalties and duties for those lacking visible means of subsistence. It prohibits abandonment of spouses or children without cause and specifies that able individuals who do not work may hire out their minor children. It also targets youths over 16 and under 21 with no property or means, whose parents cannot support them, and who do not attend educational institutions.
Annapolis based Baltimore Sun correspondent reports Democratic leaders want post suffrage amendment changes to Maryland election law. Proposals would repeal parts of the Wilson Ballot law, require voter intent, and avoid invalidating entire ballots for marking errors, with changes in effect only after ratification and not before January 1, 1910, or after. Proposals aim to attract votes and align with Governor Crothers’ inaugural address, though opponents warn of restoring major provisions later. The plan hinges on party unity among city and state lawmakers.
Baltimore hosts talks on reviving trade and confidence as Governor Crothers to welcome delegates at the March 2 event. F J LaMotte cites restoring confidence to restart wheels of industry, noting South crops are high but movement and credit restraints slow prosperity. News stresses need for optimistic business climate across regions.
The Trunk Line Association and Western Maryland Railroad provide one and a third fare for members across New York New Jersey Pennsylvania Delaware Maryland and West Virginia to attend a convention. Notable speakers include President Roosevelt Representative Fowler and W W Finlay. The organizers expect renewed business activity and optimism in the South amid large crops and favorable trade outlook.
A Baltimore society woman and her three children began sleeping outdoors in canvas curtains around their upper porch months ago, amid growing chatter. The Baltimore News notes this reflects a national shift from the idea of the “white plague” pushing even healthy people to try outdoor rest, arguing it signals a return to primitive, supposedly healthier living.
In loving remembrance of my dear husband who departed September 27 1907. Ever faithful in the graveyard sleeping. Farewell dear husband may your slumber be gentle as your love. When God calls us heavenward may we meet you in Heaven above. Also in sad memory of our dear mother who departed January 18 1908. A precious one from us has gone a voice we loved is still a place is vacant in our home never filled. Mary E Jarwan.
An old advertisement touts Mother Gray's Australian Leaf as a reliable herbal remedy for back urinary bladder or kidney trouble in women. It claims to be a safe regulator and offers a free sample by mail from The Mother Gray Co. LeRoy New York.
Maryland roads have been neglected in alignment with natural conditions. Experimental data show traction varies by surface, with steep grades increasing maintenance costs. best practice favors limiting grades, but fixed limits are avoided to fit traffic and cost, using detours or existing lines for improvements.
The circuit court seeks a trustee to sell Samuel S. Smith’s Caroline County land to pay legacies from his will and distribute remaining proceeds to heirs. The filing notes a Greensboro farm as security for bequests, with missing power of sale in the will. Heirs named include widow Rebecca Smith and children Fred J. Smith William J. Smith Annie M. Smith Mary C. Smith. Notice ordered four weeks in Caroline County newspaper with appearance deadline March 18, 1908.
Notice is given that Butler Nichols is administrator of Robt. T. Nichols deceased, with letters from the Orphans Court of Caroline County Maryland. Creditors must file claims with vouchers by September 6 1908 or be barred from the estate. Issued February 11 1908 in Talbot County Circuit Court in Equity.
In pursuance of a Circuit Court equity order dated February 12, 1908, all persons with claims against William E. Ayers must file proof with the Clerk of the Circuit Court for Caroline County by April 12. Trustee Algasmith requests filing.
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