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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1929
Page
7
A crow family survives a perilous night as an owl hunts them. Father Crow voices restraint and teaches the owl a lesson by daylight. The crows decide revenge is not worth a second sleepless night, noting both owls and crows have times to shine.
In a family exchange a nine year old, Doris, dodges punishment by claiming she will be busy with dance lessons and asks her father to speak again tomorrow about an appointment. The scene highlights parental discipline and a child’s asserted commitments.
A three year old Dolores, on returning home, explains she spends time with “big girls like myself” rather than peers. Her playful mispronunciations hint at a confident, humorous child. The anecdote captures a lighthearted domestic moment.
A younger boy falls and cries while an elder brother comforts him on the sidewalk. The elder then says there is no mother present to hear the crying, prompting a brief moment of sympathy.
A light exchange between two youngsters reveals a pun about Neat’s Ark and Joan of Arc. They joke that one was made of wood while the other was made of Orleans.
A reflective line from Grove Patterson urging clear self-hacing wakefulness. The quote contrasts contentment with fear and doubt, insisting progress comes from facing all facts calmly without make-believe.
A fragment shows a couple debating a fresh mortgage to renovate and replace an old bus style vehicle described as disreputable. The dialogue references costs and the desire for a new loan to upgrade.
Farm for sale with 27 acres in Caroline County near Harmony and Preston. Includes dwelling in good repair, barn, stable, hen house, outbuildings, clear title. Contact owner Henry T. Mueller at Union Grove on Hog Creek road. 24 acres Crimson Clover Hay included. 1-12-6t.
Middle aged couple without children are sought for a year round position. Man to attend fires perform odd jobs around the place work the garden and keep lawns in order in summer. Small flocks of poultry to tend. Woman to assist with general housework when called upon. Nice cottage tenant house provided. Apply at Denton Journal Office.
The Denton National Bank in Denton Maryland announces closure on Friday February 22 1929 for the legal holiday Washington's Birthday. Any papers maturing on that day may be paid on the following day with W I Norris as cashier.
The Peoples Bank will be closed Friday as a legal holiday. Payable papers are handled by J Frank Wright, cashier.
Joe Farmers and Merchants State Bank states that maturing on that day may be paid on the following day and is signed by George W. Beck, cashier.
Used three seasons and in perfect condition, a 960 egg Poorman incubator. New cost $200.00. Seller: S. Vander Meulen, Union Grove Preston, Md. 2-2-31.
The description outlines two pattern frocks with tailored lines and slenderizing effects. The left one piece frock features a long roll collar inverted pleats side closing and trim pockets in wool tweed jersey or flannel. The right frock showcases a diagonal inset circular flare with inverted tucks and contrasting materials. Pattern No 4666 priced 45 cents. No 4675 priced 50 cents.
The subscriber in Caroline county Maryland has letters of administration on the late resident’s estate. Creditors must present claims with vouchers by August 23, 1929 or be excluded from benefits. Debts must be settled promptly. Dated February 2, 1929. Joseph E. Clare, Administrator.
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