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Denton Journal

Location

Denton, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1923

Page

2

Ben Johnson and Johnson Publishers Page Note

A brief newspaper item notes Ben Johnson and Johnson Publishers on page 2 of the California journal. The readable fragment confirms publishing activity and page placement without further details.

Snow removal plan by Maryland roads board

Maryland_state roads chairman John N Mackall announced the winter snow clearing fleet is ready to keep the entire 2060 mile system open. Fifty snow plows and fifty trucks will cover assigned stretches with continuous operations during snowfall.

John N. Mackall State Roads Commission Commission Caroline Maryland Mackall

Mackall outlines state road work shift and 1923 funding

John N Mackall, chairman of the State Roads Commission, reports to Governor Ritchie on the transition to the new Department of Public Works where he will serve as Director. The year saw 151 miles completed including 109 concrete, 17 macadam, 25 gravel, the most since organization. Uncompleted work stands at 164 miles with 52.25 concrete, 35 gravel, 10 macadam, delayed mainly by railroad material shortages during a strike. Spending roughly 3.5 million this year, with about 1 million to finish later, and 1923 funds totaling 3.5 million plus 150 thousand for fridges, including federal and state contributions for lateral roads and Crain Highway balances through 1922 and 1923. Eight miles of the Crain Highway toward Southern Maryland expected next year.

John N. Mackall State Roads Commission Ritchie Department of Public Works Mackall Robert Crain Maryland

Post Office Receipts Set New 1922 Record Nationwide

The U S department reports 1922 postal revenue reached 484 853 000 dollars, over double six years prior, with stamps and stamped paper at 422 108 000, registered and insured mail fees at 17 092 000, and each American contributing 4 41 to postal revenue. The era of free first class land is ending, says the Agriculture Department, as nearly half of continental U S is not in farms. Of this area 40 000 000 acres are desert or rugged, 270 009 000 acres are forested or scarred, and 600 000 000 acres lie in semi arid West suitable only for grazing.

Bureau of Agricultural Economics United States Department of Agriculture Heart Io U.S. Department United States United States’ Department of Agriculture Continental

In memory of our sainted sister Mrs Mary Thawley

A prayerful memorial notes Mrs Mary Thawley has died at age seventy, describing her long afflictions and faith in Christ. The message expresses hope of heaven, praise for her perseverance, and that her work continues through loved ones. Signed by Anna F Luff of Denton Maryland.

Mary Thawley Christ Jesus Anna F. Luff Denton, Md

Assignee's Sale of Real Estate in Caroline County Maryland

W Brewster Deen as assignee announces a public sale of a mortgage property in Denton Maryland in the Fifth Election District. The tract covers about 83.25 acres with improvements a small dwelling and barn, less about 2 acres already conveyed. Sale is to be held at the courthouse door between 2 and 4 pm with terms: half cash day of sale and balance in 18 months bearing interest, title to be provided at purchaser's expense.

Harry W. McMahan Maud McMahan Joshua F. Covey W. Brewster Deen Mortaare Liber L. B. T Caroline County Court House Denton Maryland Federalsburg Friendship Church Thomas Andrew John F. Coheen James Temple Aasingee

Big January sale of staple goods opens Tuesday

We thank hundreds of customers for a good year and the holiday season. On Tuesday next our January sale of staple goods will commence offering the cream of our stock. The sale closes Saturday the 20th before stock. All alterations charged. no goods exchanged or charged.

Men and Boys Extra Fine Clothing at Great Reductions

Local advertisement lists deep discounts on men and boys apparel including overcoats suits and trousers. Items feature regular prices and sale prices with numerous reductions for both reg. and sale periods. Dickey's kerseyama and corduroys included in the wardrobe assortment.

Sale item prices and quantities list

A fragmented sale listing shows multiple item prices including suits and jerseys with amounts like 39 75 35 00 29 75 25 00 16 00 12 50 and 9 75 8 76. The sequence repeats values, suggesting a catalog or clearance table with varied garment pricing.

Punjab Priser Nainsook Hee Nainsook Thia Sale Nleis

Calves Offered by Chas G Dukes in Denton Maryland

Two small baby calves available from Chas G Dukes of Denton Maryland contact phone 41. Buyer to arrange pickup or delivery as stated in local notice.

Chas. G. Dukes Denton, Md

Farm for sale near Denton with fruit and buildings

Thirty five acre farm between Denton and Greensboro a half mile east of State road offers good buildings fruit and strawberries and a large chicken house. Price right and terms easy. W. G. Wooters Denton Md 1-6 1t

Denton Greensboro State Road W. G. Wooters

Curtains Found on Burrsville Road in Denton

Side curtains were found on the road from Burrsville to Denton on January 1. Finder is asked to return them to Harman Harris in Denton Maryland. 1-6-11.

Burrsville Denton Harman Harris

License tag No 79 657 tail fight near Concord Md

January 1 incident reported between Ridgely and Concord involving license tag 79 657 and a tail fight. BEN LAWLESS noted near Concord Maryland.

Ridgely Concord Pie Eg Notif Ben Lawless

Housekeeper position offered for suitable applicant

A middle aged white woman is sought for a house keeper role. Good position for the right party. Inquire at JOURNAL OFFICE.

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Order Nisi in Queen Annes County real estate division

In the Circuit Court for Queen Annes County No 2461 Commissioners led by Charles A Busteed Robert W Thomas and Charles M West were appointed to value divide and allot the real estate of Joseph E George deceased. A report has been filed in the cause. Start the New Year right Subscribe for the JOURNAL $1.00 in the county.

Charles A Busteed Robert W.thomas Charles M. West Joseph E. George Queen Anne’s County Maryland Queen Anne's County State of Maryland Caroline County Kent County

Notice to creditors in the estate of William H. Collins

William H. Collins late of Caroline county died leaving creditors to present claims with vouchers by July 1, 1923. Administrator C. T. A. William E. Collins calls all claimants to file before the deadline to share in the estate.

Caroline County William E. Collins William H. Collins

Chicken Farm on 183 Acres in Tuckahoe Neck

183 acre chicken farm for sale in Tuckahoe Neck with well built chicken houses and related buildings. Contact W. C. Pastorfield, Denton, Maryland.

Tuckahoe Neck W. C. Pastorfield Denton

Also Mentioned on This Page

IN Journal Ben, H. Johnson VIN & Johnson, Publishers Denton, Rd Christ Jesus J. A. Nichols & Company Dickey J. H. Nichols & Company Denton, Maryland Thomas & Messer Co W. Balto Nisi Vms Dudley G. Roe May Roe Roberts Helen Roe Massey Louise M. Marshall Elizabeth George Merrick Marion Merrick Elsie George Sadler Joseph M. George Madeleine G. Young Dudley George Roe, Jr Brown Metcalf Roe Wm. Medford Dudley Roe Wim Scott Roberts Martha Coaree Roberts Helen Roe Roberts James Bruce Massey George Jackson Massey Margaret Ann Marshall James Merrick Marshall J. F. Rolph Orphans’ Court John W. Hurlock & Co Cora L. Cook Circuit Court Ferdinand Cook T. Pliny Fisher Stockholders’ Meeting T Pliny Fisher Lawrence B. Towers Best Casualty Co Tee Sullivane Cambridge
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