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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1932
Page
2
The publication offers a sincere New Year wish amid reflections on 1931. It urges faith in progress, Providence, and personal responsibility, noting 1932 will bring suffering and gains alike. It closes with a hopeful line that God is in His heaven and all’s well with the world.
Marvin E. Holderness of the First National Bank of St. Louis argues that whistling is a lost art worth reviving. He recalls varied whistles from shrill calls to tuneful tunes, cites Jimmy Jones as Dallas county’s 90s champion whistler, and questions modern trends. He urges a return to simple joys, dancing, and modest living away from materialism.
The piece discusses calls for resubmitting the Prohibition Amendment to state constitutional conventions, noting risks of unclear terms and political expense. It argues conventions have never been used for this and budgets may prevent calls, with wets needing to persuade legislatures that would fund actions.
In a terse exchange, speakers reject outside help to submit prohibition measures. One side insists they will not assist with the task, urging the other to manage their own responsibilities while they handle theirs. The dispute highlights tensions over local enforcement and community action.
A column notes per mile costs of good roads and oil surfaces at 400 to 500 vehicles daily. It reviews the League of Nations Economic Committee report favoring freer road circulation, contrasts with Britain's Abnormal Importation Act, and cites private German relief efforts as evidence of shifting fortunes. It quotes Hugh Bancroft urging a balanced federal budget to aid recovery.
Twenty five years ago Denton residents recount holiday events with carpenters at work in Bal timore and a quiet wedding at Smithson M. E. Church South. The note highlights postmaster terms, local moves, and a Christmas scene with families and friends gathered in Denton.
The piece argues against cutting government staff, citing rising payrolls from 438,000 Civil Service employees in 1916 to 617,000 by the current year and 661,000 in Harding's first year. It notes wartime bureaus still operating, wasteful offices, and the treasury deficit driving tax fears. It also reports on Lausanne Treaty effects in Turkey and two Ministry of Education measures to curb foreign schools, plus a need for more Turkish schooling. It then surveys gravel road costs and maintenance across several states, highlighting low costs and durability.
In a New Year resolve, Mother Briggs plans a strict 1932 diet for Father and children, emphasizing protective foods, a daily milk and fruit-vegetable plan, and careful budgeting for dairy. She aims to keep meals simple, balanced, and interesting with occasional surprise dishes for Dot, alongside two sample weekly menus featuring milk, meat or eggs, vegetables, and grain dishes.
A series of weddings in Denton and surrounding towns unfolds with Miss Lizzie Andrew and Mr. W C Harding wed at 8 PM on Wednesday guided by Lohengrin music, while Miss Nettye Mae Porter and Mr William G Wooters wed at 2 PM with O Promise Me played. Other ceremonies in St Pauls Church Tillboro and Concord M E Church feature Miss Zadie Alice Hunter, Miss Edna Wright and Miss Minnie M Collins. The reports note attire, ushers, music, and post ceremony travels, plus a reflection on character and ability.
Greensboro and nearby residents hosted relatives and friends during the holidays. Visitors included T C Curry and Clayton of Bridgeville Delaware. John Matson from Philadelphia. Thurman Passwaters at Federalsburg. Wilton Dabson of Pimlico. and families of Thornton, Nashold, Sipple, Bishop, Zierl, Ash, Nichols, and others. Attendees enjoyed Christmas Day and weekend visits, with social events such as bridge and card gatherings noted in Smyrna and surroundings.
Excavations at Berkhamsted Castle shed light on its early construction and defenses. The site, long hidden by undergrowth, exposes remains of the double meur and shell keep, medieval fortifications, and artifacts including coins, tiles, and depictions of a fleur de lys and the Lion of England. Notable residents and events linked the castle to Norman conquest, Henry I, Edward II, the Black Prince, King John of France, and Richard VI’s death.
Slats records a week of humorous diary notes by a child named Slats. Entries touch on good grades, a curious fish, government umbrellas for sailors, marriage chatter, a scolding over talking in class, reactions to Depression-era notes, tub history, and a school principal revealed as married with children.
In the Washington Bicentennial portrait, Anthony Wayne stands among the foremost officers who helped secure independence. Born January 1, 1745 in Easttown Pennsylvania, Wayne’s early life blended education and combat spirit. He trained as a surveyor, joined the Pennsylvania forces in 1775, organized the 4th Pennsylvania Regiment, and earned six wounds in the Revolutionary War including at Quebec. He rose to brigadier general in 1777 and proceeded to join Washington in New Jersey showing notable dash in field actions.
The narrative recalls General Anthony Wayne's pivotal role in the Revolutionary War. It highlights his defense at Chad's Ford during Brandywine, the Paoli engagement, Valley Forge raids, rear-guard actions against Clinton, the Monmouth stand, and the daring Stony Point assault, establishing his fame as Washington's bold fighting general.
University of California zoology associate Professor Tracy I. Storer reports humming birds spend about 18 percent of time fending off rivals from forage grounds. In a 25 minute observation, one bird held 782 seconds in view, with 420 seconds feeding and 209 seconds chasing intruders on a fuchsia bush.
The article notes two cases where hornets allegedly thick enough to extinguish gas and whistling buoys along the coast three to five miles out. A lighthouse inspection found buoys blocked with hornets, preventing them from burning. The tale echoes past mischief by horseflies seeking trouble.
Ranger naturalists in Yellowstone National Park report that many animal kingdoms are ruled by strength. The notable monarchies include bears and buffalo, with males typically leading as females are not yet accepted into power.
A gathering at Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Thawley marked his 74th birthday with relatives including Herbert Beauchamp Norman Thawley Liden and Grace Myra Thawley Louise Beauchamp Ruth Evelyn Edward and Mary Louise Liden Ross Trice and Herbert Cannon of Wilmington. Ice cream cake and candy were served and well wishes were extended for many more birthdays. J Howard Watters of Jarrettsville Md visited Grace L Thawley over the weekend and Grace L Thawley spent Christmas with friends in Baltimore.
Choplank M P Church Ladies Aid met at the Allison Frampton home for a well attended gathering. Officers chosen were Mrs. Roland Chambers president, Mrs. Lin nie Cox vice president, Mrs. C E Williamson secretary, Mrs. J F Spence treasurer, and Mr. Allison Frampton visiting committee chairman. Next meeting set for the Sth at the Blades home. Christmas church entertainment on Sunday night concluded nicely.
Congressman T. Alan Gouldsborough introduces a measure in the House proposing an examination and survey to create a commercial and general anchorage basin at Chesapeake City. The plan would be included in the next Rivers and Harbors Bill, according to Mr. Gouldsborough.
The account recalls General Anthony Wayne leading the assault on Stony Point, nearly losing his life, and earning praise from Washington, Lafayette, Steuben, and Lee as a brilliant commander. It covers his later exploits against Cornwallis, Fallen Timbers, and Yorktown, his illness and death in 1796, and the lasting esteem in which he was held as a founder figure and patriot.
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