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Newspaper

Denton Journal

Location

Denton, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1894

Page

2

Shall It Be A New Court House For Denton County

A Denton Journal editorial urges immediate action on funding a new county court house with public bonds. It recounts a prior public meeting where many favored securing public records from fire with a modern building, while conservatives favored waiting for enabling acts from the legislature. The piece calls for prompt passage by the General Assembly of a bill reflecting taxpayer wishes and bond terms.

Court House General Assembly Levy Court

Local needs and issues loom for Maryland Assembly

The piece notes the likelihood of local legislation for Caroline county and calls for public input early in the Maryland General Assembly session. It cites needs such as the proposed Eastern Shore Insane Asylum, a Talbot County case of insant paupers, and the county’s hospital and health reports, including Warden Weyler’s figures and Health Officer Clark’s forthcoming county health summary. It also reports on business failures on the Delaware Maryland peninsula and a large fire at the World’s Fair grounds destroying the Casino, Peristyle, Music Hall, and Manufactures Building.

General Assembly Annapolis Eastern Shore General Assembly of Maryland Talbot Stump State Hospital R. G. Dun & Co Delaware-Maryland Delaware

Out-of-county reader endorses JOURNAL as loyal ally

A subscriber, though distant, praises the JOURNAL for its clarity about native country and wishes a happy new year. The Federal items note Delaware & Chesapeake Railway annual earnings and debt, Kirwan & Tyler wage increases, immigration trends, and the Maryland Farmers' Convention set for January 22 at Belair with William Trimble as president. State officials re-elected include Treasurer Spencer C. Jones and Police Commissioner John Q. A. Robinson.

Maryland Belair William Trimble Spencer C. Jones John Q. A. Robinson

General Jacksons Triumph at New Orleans Commemorated

General Jacksons triumph at New Orleans was commemorated in many places by banquets and speeches on Tuesday last.

Jackson New Orleans

DRESS GOODS SALE AT REDUCED PRICES IN PHILADELPHIA

Philadelphia buyers find heavy discounts on woolen textiles. Prices cut to 25c to 65c a yard across Army Cloth Cable Cloth storm serge camel hair checks natte and natte style fabrics with frequent one yard quotes and regular prices shown for comparison.

Old Glory Alustin Muslin and Cambric Prices Declared

A historic aisle listing advertising a new brand Old Glory Alustin sold exclusively in the market. Introduction price ten cents per yard, with Cambric qualities at Sc regular and snow-white options. Bleached and unbleached Muslins offered at 5c, other grades up to 12e. Names include Hill Maconvill Davol Williamsville Langdon Dwight Anchor Lonsdale Mohawk Valley. Widths 36 to 108 inches. No matter what conditions arise there is no likelihood.

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Dainty linen goods advertised with ready-made sheets

The advertisement touts ready-made Muslin and Cambric items including sheets, pillow and bolster cases and hampers, claiming exact finishing by skilled Downcasters. It lists prices from 30 cents to 78 cents for single bed sheets and 68 cents to $1 for double bed sheets, with 60,000 pieces available.

January plate-paper portrait of Gilbert Parker tale praised

A January issue features a plate-paper portrait of Gilbert Parker, noted as a brilliant young Canadian storyteller, with twenty-three other pictures from current books and a varied miscellany. Book News promises deep reading and strong recommendations, guiding readers on which new books merit closer acquaintance. Jo an Winamaker signs as the contributor.

Gilbert Parker

Strawbridge & Clothier Mid-Winter Distribution Sale

Strawbridge and Clothier announce a Mid-Winter Distribution Sale aimed at reducing stock before Stock-Taking in January. Low manufacturing mood enabled large lots of desirable goods at very low figures, with a Mail Order Department ready to fill orders and provide information, ensuring prompt attention to communications.

Philadelphia

Maryland Amendment Adopted by Voters in 1893

The January 1892 General Assembly proposed a constitutional amendment adding a new section to Article Four. Governor's proclamation issued July 19 1893 submitted to voters. On November 7 1893 the amendment known as chapter 313 of 1892 passed with 16500 For and 8574 Against.

State OF Maryland Executive Department General Assembly of Baltimore Frank Brown Wa. T. Brantly

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