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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1924
Page
6
Cara contemplates a forbidden affair with Masefield as a storm rages. He guards her, while hidden eyes on a nearby roof threaten scandal. A dramatic night unravels between passion, fear, and the pull of social judgment.
In a dim office, a tense exchange unfolds as a man asks what the trouble. Sparks from damaged electrical gear and a hurried warning set the scene for a hush as another character stabilizes the plant. The scene shifts to a lone man, Masefield, grappling with visions in darkness.
Editorial from the Journal of the AMA urges setting a vision standard for motor vehicle drivers. It cites rising national motor accident fatalities and a British case where a driver with a missing eye influenced by intoxication caused a crash. It argues reliable vision must be required for licensure to improve public safety.
In Spokane Washington a woman named Nora Sullivan was buried after her death, leaving receipts for funeral expenses for a Mr Sullivan she had buried earlier. It was later revealed the real husband lived in Wenatchee, and the widow had believed herself bereaved for years.
The excerpt describes using chemically pure nitric acid to dissolve lead in a gun barrel without attacking the metal unless diluted with water. It instructs pouring out acid to remove it, wiping the gun dry with oil, and avoiding contact with skin or clothes. If contact occurs, rinse with water then a weak alkali.
A down town man told a corner group he would leave town claiming that It is the hardest place in the world for a woman to work. The remark sparked discussion about gender barriers and social conditions.
An unclear, humorous gag reveals a chaotic office scene with Bunkum the head bookkeeper proposing a standard wine in the morning and a “dayleht” routine after lunch as coworkers bungle a dispute. Richimond Thines-Dis pateh style hints at a quirky, dated dialogue.
In a playful exchange, Juniors ask what Seniors used to be, and Seniors answer with a wink that Juniors themselves are now the new Seniors. A lighthearted campus moment highlighting roles shifting over time.
In the overheard exchange Loud argues forcefully while Hewitt questions the approach. Jewett notes the contrast in tenor as the conversation wanders, leaving readers uncertain about the policy direction and speaking terms.
A fragment from the in-Oslo State Journal notes a wry, critical look at daily life and the futility of desire after obtaining what one seeks, hinting at satire in contemporary culture.
A political figure receives strong praise from his own party while facing sharp censure from opposition voices. The contrasting reactions highlight partisan support and criticism shaping the candidate's public image.
A girl muses during courtship about the plaice of garelage in heaven and notes little improvement in her condition later, hinting at unresolved longing and limited cure.
Can't Remember. Some are so exacting in their concept of happiness that they can only single out an hour here and an hour there when they were happy. A dining place that depends on an unusual specialty for most of its customers is on true as the specialty. Yet all such have paid well. All men are flatterers suave the ones who take photographs for passports. James A. Montague. Often Otherwise. All heroes are proud and all villains are bad on the stage, but it is often otherwise in real life.
A reflective note on fame's ephemerality and memory of contributions, musing that many who earned elgars are soon forgotten and half the deeds behind the honor vanish from fame.
A brief quotation extols friendship as a source of doubled joy and reduced sorrow, noting how companionship enhances well being and cushions hardship. The line attributed to Addison frames friendship as a universal human good.
Farmers' Money examines how farmers earn profit while middlemen capture a large share. The piece highlights farmgate prices, middleman margins, and the tension between producer earnings and intermediary gains. It notes potential policy implications and calls for fair pricing mechanisms.
Louise, the “odd” sister in a large family, dreams of wealth and society while trapped in a lowly life with Henry. A visit to Belle’s world brings a tempting affair and a crisis, but Louise chooses to return home with Henry, seeking stability over glamorous illusion.
Representatives from the Smitheonian Institution warned at a Atlantic City American Gas association meeting that one third of U S deaths stem from respiratory diseases caused by poor heating and ventilation in winter. They cited increases in influenza pneumonia and related illnesses, noting about 40 percent of annual deaths occur in winter with smaller shares in other seasons.
North side of Lower Franklin street Denton frontage 86 feet running 73 feet back to Harvey L Cooper land. Lot 25uy described in chancery Deakyne Russum vs Pnoch George infant. Conveyed by Dora Dulin to Emily DeFord October 27 1906. Also Lot 24 described in chancery Deakyne Russum vs Enoch George infant. Land conveyed Mary A Glanden to Emily DeFord October 1906. Lot 1 has nine room dwelling electric lights bath water wood house coat shed. Lot 2 improved by chicken house. Key at Fred R Owens office Denton Md for viewing. Possession day of sale. One third cash day of sale balance in thirty days or all cash. Title papers and stamps paid by purchaser. FP Albert Deford Agent James Temple Auctioneer Fred R Owens Attorney.
By order of the Orphans Court of Caroline County the administrator of Mrs. Emily DeFord will sell at public auction at her late Denton home on Saturday January 19 1924 at 2 pm. The sale includes furniture kitchenware tools and household items with cash or six month credit on secured notes for amounts over ten dollars. Items cannot be removed until terms are met and the sale is conducted by James Temple as auctioneer with Josian A Beck as clerk and Frep R Owens as attorney.
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