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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1916
Page
2
fragment from Denton Journal dated Saturday morning January 1 1916 lists names Edward Melvie Ben and Johnson Melvin Johnson as publishers in a page heading. no further readable details available from OCR fragment.
Hon. Emerson Harrington of Dorchester County was inaugurated Wednesday as Maryland governor. Gov. Goldsborough, the Republican outgoing chief, presented the reins amid a large crowd at Annapolis. Harrington vowed retrenchment and reform, urged a state budget, and called for action to curb waste in legislative expenses and protect fisheries and game.
A historical overview recounts the passenger pigeon migration and mass slaughter in the Midwest ending in 1914 with the last bird dying in Cincinnati Zoo. It notes telegraphic hunts, market shipments, and eventual conservation protests and rewards for breeding pairs.
Star Margaret Clark headlines Wildflower at Parker's Theatre Venton next Tuesday night January 1th. On the following Thursday night January 20th Bertha Kalieh appears in Martha of the Lowlands. Admission ten cents.
Wood's Prosperity Seeds promises bright outlooks for high prices and encourages planting improved varieties to boost yields. Wood's Vegetable Seeds are renowned for quality and demand, while Wood's Grass Clover and Farm Seeds boast tested germination and superior traits. Descriptive catalog offers free mail order info.
Dr W A Smith Dentist of Denton Maryland advertises dentistry in all branches with emphasis on workmanship and material quality. Claims artificial teeth can be fitted at any price and invites appointments by mail or phone. Open daily 8 am to 5 pm. Reference to Wall Paper Ge aplace GI 8c apiece and window shades. Thomas & Messer Co 2015 W Baltimore St Baltimore MD.
An old fashioned horse hoof ointment, sold by John Clark of Queensboro, touts a guarantee and claims success where other preparations failed. The text urges examination and treatment to keep hooves sound, mentioning a maker called De Tumphrey ss Galt balee Hoof Oimment.
Superior Gandy Mytes and Chesapeake strawberry plants offered in any quantity. Plants are grown in fine care and inspected by the State Agriculturist as required by law. Contact James Temple, 1-15 Denton, Maryland.
A brief sale notice urges customers to come early to take advantage of a reduction sale. The readable text emphasizes prompt attendance to maximize savings and access to discounted items.
A local sale offers ninety five pairs of ladies shoes forty five pairs of ladies shoes fifty five pairs of men's shoes thirty seven pairs of boys shoes with steep reductions. The display highlights a broad range of styles and sizes aimed at family shoppers looking for budget footwear. The promotion emphasizes value and variety to attract steady customer traffic.
Advertises a great reduction on ladies tailored suits and coats. Mentions multiple price points including 12.50 11.00 10.00 8.50 and 7.00, highlighting significant discounts on last season stock. Target audience is shoppers seeking bargains on women’s formal wear.
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