Editorial Notes and Political Notes on Public Figures
Editorial notes discuss Billy Sunday and his influence, a Washington Farewell Address view on isolationism, and Em erson C. Harrington announcing candidacy for Governor. Also referenced are Miss Mary Custis Lee gifting a White House china plate, Sir William Eden’s Denton connection, a Baltimore Republican conference with colored preachers demanding patronage, and Governor Goldsborough’s political prospects amid wartime context. Uncle Sam’s peace with honor is noted as likely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Custis Lee
Robert E. Lee
Margaret Wilson
White House
George Washington
William Eden
England
Robert Eden
Maryland
Denton
Ypres
Germany
The Blighting War Disrupts World Markets and Life
From Upsalas Sweden a report details wartime distress with price surges scarce imports and reduced lighting. Methodist Church officer Oldham comments South America crippled by self support loss, high interest, and soaring prices. calls for relief amid halted missions. A missionary from Concepcion Chile is noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Upsalas
Sweden
Oldham
Methodist Episcopal Church
South America
Concepcion
Chile
Global distress reported in many regions amid economic strain
A missionary cites widespread hunger in Chile and South American republics, severe unrest in Indian forest tribes fearing troop deployment, Japan pausing business with rising prices, and North Africa facing acute hardship while China and Korea report no rate loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chile
South American
India
John Lampard
Baroda
Japan
China
Korea
North
Africa
Prohibition momentum grows as states push measures
The article surveys rapid moves toward nationwide prohibition. Iowa Senate passed constitutional prohibition and the House may follow. Utah Montana Colorado state legislatures advance wide prohibition bills while Alabama's veto was overridden. If current trends continue twenty states could join fourteen last fall within two years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
State Senate
Iowa
House
Utah
Colorado Senate
Montana
Charles Henderson
Alabama
Embargo on Potash Drives Up Fertilizer Costs
The complete German embargo on potash exports has pushed prices to triple or quadruple normal levels, disrupting US fertilizer plans. With 3500 tons consumed daily, shortages could reach 725,000 tons by May 1. Fertilizer makers shift to 50 percent potash blends, while lime is advised to mobilize soil potash and sustain crop growth amid rising costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
America
United States
Central Storm Period Through March 2 to 5
A regular storm period dominates the second of March and extends to March 5 with rain wind and thunder sweeping the central valleys and moving eastward. Warmer air advances from western areas as the Larometer falls and cloudiness increases. A reactionary storm period centers on March 7 8 and 6 with the Mercury equinox and last quarter moon signaling renewed storms turning to sleet and snow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Central
March Sky Forecast Signals Shifts and Storm Cycles
A detailed weather outlook describes rising barometer and colder air with clearing skies. It predicts a central storm period around March 14 and a broader March storm sequence from the 12th to the 17th, tied to solar and lunar alignments and the vernal equinox.
Orphans Court proceedings and farm advertising notes
Judges Clark Rawlings and Stevens presided as Duncan L. Noble and others presented accounts and guardianship actions. Appointments included Grace Todd guardian of Kathleen Todd and Frederick W. Fountain with Walter M. Fountain as admins of Zebdial Fountain. Notices to creditors ordered. A Farmer advertising column urges local farm product promotion and seed corn and wheat practices. Plans for a road making short course at the Agricultural College begin March 8 with national experts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orphans’ Court
Clark, Rawlings
Stevens
Duncan L. Noble
Eliza Jane Noble
Jacob L. Noble
Grace Todd
Kathleen Todd
Bond
John V. Dean
Robert H. Dean
Elizabeth C. Dukes
Isaac L. Dukes
D. Bom
Eta
Luther W. Jewell
Frederick W. Fountain
Walter M. Fountain
Zebdial Fountain
Frank P. Covey
Bernard Lawless
Edward E. Nuttle
Isabelle I. Turpin
Edward E. Goslin
Rosannah
J. T. Davis
Katie Stevens
O. W. Handy
Maggie Harper
Carrie Goslin
Herbert Goslin
Aliie Thawley
William H. Thawley
China
Agricultural College
The
United States Office of Roads
Bridgeville revival and Federalsburg Chautauqua noted
Trinity reports Bridgeville revival led by the Berge Sisters aiding Rev. Davis and a well received Federalsburg Chautauqua with many attendees. Farmers plowing for mill and shells laid on Dublin Hill roads accompany a quiet winter with few sales and no Epworth League service. Mayor Preston urges closer Baltimore City and county harmony to avoid artificial tensions and foster mutual welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dublin Hill
P. W. Carey
Bridgeville
IT. Wagner
Edward and
William Wagner
Epworth League
Baltimore Aftunicipal Journal
Preston
Baltimore City
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Denton Journal
Melvin Bex Melvin & Johns Publishers
Jounson
Billy Sunday
Dr. Jekyll
Jehu
Washington
Europe
Philadelphia Record
Emerson C. Harrington
Cambridge
Lamina
Baltimore
Goldsborough
Sam
Earth
Farmer
Heart of
Liberty and
Saratoga Streets
Victor Victrolas
Edison Diamond Disc
Wheatley’s Musical Emporium
J. W. Wheatley
Easton, MD
Tremont St
Boston
Prano
Voice
J. H. Nichols & CO
Royal Worcester
J.H. Nichols & CO
Denton, MD
RII
AIT Aca
Tony
Garris
W. P. Taylor
Grove
Jobs
P. Harris
Preston, Md
Faust School of Tuning
Caroline
Liswis R. Carroll
Easton
Don
Henry R, Lewis
Sweulee Cada
John Bacsak
Hobbs
P. O. Denton
A. G. Towers
C.il Towers
Mal
W._H. JOPP
Mad
Smithville
S. M. Liden
Federalsburg
Pe Ace T Virgil Moore
Walter Kelly
John Deere Vernage
Bargai
C. Hobbs
Gale
H. Pollard
Eee
J. Waters Russell
Chestertown
Owe Hobbs
Poston Ma
Shulz
Newnam
Greensboro
Philadelphia Silos
Lansing
Los
Hocking Valley Cutters and Blowers
Longnecker
T. L. Trice
Timothy
Clover
Frank Wright
River View
Denton Bridge
Clack
Topsy
Harry
Annie
Mary
Charley
Brownie
Dinah
Nellie
Mattie
Starry
Spotty
Blackey
Nancy
Betsy
Rhoda
Guernsey
Jersey
Mollie
White Face
Alice
Taylor
Dearborn
Ontario
South Bend
BS New
Babcock
York
New
International Traction
Ohio
Peoples National Bank
J. R. Clark
Ea Clark
Sair Covey Audionee Tames Temple
Cent
Alda P. Whitby
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