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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1908
Page
2
Denton Journal page two from January 18, 1908, shows masthead with Hoard Malvin Ben, Wh Johnson Nelvin Johnson and Johnsons as publishers. It presents a historic local newspaper slice with no clear daily news item readable in the fragment. The readable portion lists names and generic page metadata rather than events.
County Commissioners urge immediate revaluation of all property to align assessments with real worth, citing farm and town real estate disparities and a potential multi million dollar tax base increase. The 1896 law calls for another statewide reassessment this year, while Maryland leaders push for steady public affairs, with Gov Crothers healthy and new Senate choices noted.
The Baltimore Sun notes Governor Crothers has set a strong tone with an inaugural address and his surprise choice of N Winlow Williams as Secretary of State. The report highlights forthcoming measures including a corrupt practices act, a primary election law, and a referendum on a suffrage amendment, signaling a new era in Maryland Democratic politics with reform aims and broadened consultation.
In his address the speaker emphasizes the General Assembly as the chief force to enact party pledges. Expectations rise that Democrats in the Legislature will abandon old political games and use this session to create an unassailable record, seen as a rare opportunity for meaningful action.
The Maryland Geological Survey under Prof William Bullock Clark releases a large topographic map of Maryland in three sheets. Done with USGS cooperation the map shows counties districts roads and boundaries in color coded form with red outlines for election districts. It aims to be the first reliable wall map since the Martenet map and is designed for travelers and planners with a four by seven foot display.
Agricultural Department circular promotes preservative treatment of fence posts to extend life by about sixteen extra years, with open tank methods reducing cost. Cedar and oak are scarce. treated cheap woods like cottonwood and willows last about twenty years. Creosote absorption varies by wood type. cost about four cents per post, with future details available in circular No. 117 from the Forest Service.
A Maryland Agricultural College bulletin on stable manure experiments explains that farm manures contain organic matter and strongly improve soil physical conditions. The report urges progressive farmers to study the bulletin for practical guidance.
The article notes that manure enhances soil texture more than plant foods, loosening dense soils and hardening light ones, increasing friability and warmth. Experiments show significant water retention benefits, and manure darkens soil color while reducing erosion. It advises hauling manure directly from the stable to fields for immediate spreading to minimize loss.
The Farmers League, a non political central body uniting Maryland agricultural groups, will hold its annual meeting at McCoy Hall Johns Hopkins University on Wednesday February 5 at 12 30. Delegates from Granges Farmers Clubs Horticultural and Agricultural Societies Seed Corn Breeders Tobacco Growers Association and others are being appointed to discuss legislative interests and advocate farming community needs.
H J Cox of Easton Maryland warns against kidney disease progress and testifies Doan's Kidney Pills strengthened his kidneys and eased symptoms. Advised by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole U S agents. Price 50 cents. Remember the name Dean's.
The Orphans Court of Caroline County Maryland grants letters of administration c t a on the personal estate of William H. Brimmel deceased. Creditors must present claims with vouchers by August 6 1908 to avoid exclusion from the estate. Administrator c t a Robert Jarrell signs the notice dated January 11 1908.
In Caroline county Maryland letters of administration on the personal estate of John W Bullock late of Caroline county deceased are granted. All persons having claims against the said deceased are warned to exhibit them to William R Brelding administrator of John W Bullock decd.
Russell B. stock, brother to Black Crow, a four year old colt, is for sale as the owner plans a move to the city. Fons O. Davis of Whiteleysburg, Md., states the listing date is January 18.
Public sale to highest bidder at the Denton courthouse on February 11, 1908 from 1 to 4 pm. Two adjoining tracts totaling about 28 1 2 acres, including a story and a half dwelling, are offered as one parcel with cash on day of sale. Title papers at purchaser expense. auctioneers listed Crank and Fisler. attorney T Pliny Fister.
On January 13 1908 Judge William H Adkins of the Caroline Circuit Court ordered proceedings converted to a creditors bill. Creditors of John McKnitt late of Caroline County deceased or interested parties must file claims with vouchers to the Circuit Court clerk by March 16, with a copy of the order published in a Caroline County newspaper weekly for four weeks before February 10. Test: Thomas L Day Clerk.
In Caroline County Circuit Court equity case No 1258 Jacob E Ellwanger Trustee seeks ratification of a sale reported with proceeds of 301.80. The order requires opposition by February 19 next and publication of this order in four consecutive weeks before February 3. True copy on file with Clerk Thomas L Day.
In equity, Fred R. Owens as assignee reports sale of property by John H. Prettyman and wife for 412.50. An order dated January 15 requires cause to the contrary by March 19 and publication of the order in a Caroline County newspaper four consecutive weeks before February 17. Clerks Thomas L. Bay and Thomas L. Day certify the record.
Final rule for divorce granted against Harriet E F Waslington of 1626 S Camac St Philadelphia and Denton Maryland in Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas No 6 March Term 1906 No 12. Hearing February 17 to show cause why divorce should not be granted. Attorney Samuel J Taylor for libellant.
A wine colored memoranda book with checks notes and papers went missing in Denton around November 6. A reward of two dollars and a half is offered for its return at the Journal Office with no questions asked.
Valuable 107 acre farm known as Furman farm in Tuckahoe Neck near Thawley’s M P Church formerly owned by the late Ollie Blossom. Possession granted January 1, 1908. Apply at once to T L NY Fisher, Attorney, 10-26-07, Denton Maryland.
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