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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1894
Page
2
In Denton Journal notes fragmentary names Mevin Steert and Jonson Proruikrons with unclear context. The OCR text is garbled, offering no dates events or further details.
The piece discusses a proposed revaluation of land for fairer state taxation, noting price declines and Eastern Shore concerns. It covers topics on a new county court house, building commissions, mortgage taxation debates, and liquor sale referendums, urging public input at a Tuesday meeting. It also reports editor changes, a county sheriff election ruling, road proposals, and national political notes.
The Philadelphia papers report factories and mills restarting across Pennsylvania and New England as better times appear near. Business observers note improved activity and cautious optimism for regional recovery.
McKane, the Coney Island election boss, disobeyed a court order and was sentenced on Monday to six years in Sing Sing prison.
The Washington letter reports the Finance Committee delays on the tare bill to allow Democratic input, with subcommittee control by Democrats except for Senator Vance. It notes Peckham’s rejection riles party loyalists, and predicts Senate confirmation if a solid Democrat is nominated. Bland seeks seigniorage quorum, aiming for quick passage. The piece mentions suffragists planning a Southern push and Atlanta as next year’s convention site.
Thousands of Maryland theatergoers witnessed America at the Chicago World's Fair. The production traces American history through Columbus to Barcelona, colonial days, Revolutionary scenes including Paul Revere, Lexington, Washington at Delaware, and Cornwallis at Yorktown, ending with a grand assembly of nations.
Win BE Lord Esq purchases the residence opposite the courthouse from Col JI Bryant, previously occupied by C M Lloyd. The transfer records a change of ownership with the property title update and new occupant.
Petitions circulate among residents proposing strict game laws including no sales in or out of the county and close seasons for quail, rabbits, rats, and woodcock, plus bans on trapping during snow, hunting robins, and sling shots. A second group favors shorter seasons and a $10 non resident license, while both seek uniform rules with neighboring counties and caution against pot-hunting.
Thursday night amateur musical entertainment by Centreville youths impressed a small crowd due to Lent and bad weather. Prof. Woodford directed and played piano with a cornetist and two violinists providing strong support. Performers earned special praise and a crowded house is hoped for a future visit.
The Rev W W Sharp of Hillsboro Mid sent an unsolicited carload of canned fruits preserves and supplies for the sick and needy of Wilmington through the M LE Relief Association. He gathered the items from friends in Hillsboro and left from Asbury Church eight years ago.
A Philadelphia page shows a condensed price list for several fabrics and ribbons. Entries include Black Endora 5 sorts priced from 195 to 240, Black Henrietta 2 sorts from 60 to 100, Black Crepe Cloth 1.23 ton to 5.00, Diack Melrose 3 sorts from 125 to 250, and Black Tamise 3 sorts 00 to 82, with additional items like Black Carmelite and Black Glovioss noted among the listings.
A 19th century column explains Nankeen textiles once essential for summer outfits have faded from fashion. It notes Nankeen is cotton from Nankin, buff colored and hand spun, with pieces 6% to 6% yards long, costing over 6 cents each. The piece highlights its durability and low price for dresses waists and children's wear.
The ad touts plain crinkled and embroidered fabrics in many shades and cuts with low sale prices. It markets mugged discounts on silk and crepe varieties, touting drastic drops from high original prices to budget rates as Lupin signals clearance of stock.
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