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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1938
Page
2
A 1900 to present survey warns of frequent large urban fires and urges safeguards. It stresses water supply, a capable fire department, reliable alarms, and modern building codes, plus district fire departments in rural areas and telephonic alert systems to prevent spread.
The 1937 experience mirrored 1929 with midyear production gains followed by a second half decline and a October securities crash. Analysts predict 1938 may end higher, though some fear another major depression. Auto industry weakness, steel demand, and railroad income dampen outlook while policy battles between Roosevelt and business fuel pessimism.
The piece notes a possible shift toward conservative policy under the New Deal with favorable signs in congressional cooperation with business and potential repeal of hindering laws. Labor calm and price trends offer mixed implications for activity, while job insurance in half the states could cushion purchasing power amid unemployment.
An Ro tarian Magazine editorial lauds physicians for their global collaboration in study and discovery. It cites the Pan American Medical Association floating convention, with hundreds of doctors sailing from New York and a Havana conference uniting Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, the United States, and others in a supranational medical fellowship.
A Washington column analyzes public opinion on war versus neutrality, noting lack of leadership but strong public pressure after the Chicago speech and Panay incident. It cites a Steiner Senate resolution seeking State Department data on US capital in China and the Ludlow Amendment fight, summarizing Gallup findings: build larger armed forces, avoid entangling alliances, and keep nationals out of countries at war.
The piece argues public opinion should decide war declarations and military policy. It notes broad support for essential national defense while warning against arma ment programs tied to foreign wars or short term business boosts. It cautions that arms booms can harm normal business and raise prices.
A newspaper column reviews Senator Vandenberg's declarations that he will not seek the 1940 Republican or any other presidential nomination. It notes ambiguity about his stance, the party's uncertain platform process, and the challenge of finding a viable candidate amid a barren field of GOP figures.
Charles Michelson notes in a Democratic National Committee dispatch that Senator Edward R. Burke of Nebraska Senator Harry Byrd of Virginia and Senator Joseph Bailey of North Carolina have not yet publicly reacted to Mr Sullivan's nomination. He emphasizes the abundance of material favorable to the President and questions the absence of reaction from these Democratic Senators.
Senator Bailey of North Carolina denounces efforts by unnamed officials to promote collectivism and backs the Administration amid criticism of Ickes. Du Ponts sue Ferdinand Lundberg and Vanguard Press over accusations in America's 60 Families, denying fraud in war contracts and other charges.
An editorial discusses Japan's reach into the Pacific and the Philippines, tracing the islands' long history from 1559 through Spanish and Portuguese colonization, Chinese influence, and early trade. It notes the Philippines modern struggle for self rule and cites Roosevelt on guiding nations toward self government.
The article reflects on two years since the Philippines established a commonwealth with the United States under Quezon, questioning authority and future U S relations, while noting events from Panay’s sinking to Japan's growing influence, and highlighting trade’s impact on health, living standards, and immigration shifts in the Americas. It also covers Haitian Dominican border tensions, and a Vassar bonfire protest urging silk over lisle, with Big Business warning on Japanese trade.
In sad but loving remembrance of our dear father who departed this life eleven years ago today January 26 1927 Softly at night the stars are gleaming upon a lonely grave Where sleeping without dreaming is one we loved but could not save Memorial lines express enduring memory and love by his children grandchild Marian V Adams Robinson and family Privacy preserved in verse style with period sentiment
A humorous diary excerpt recounts a week of small misadventures and social observations. Slats reports on labor unions, family tensions, school mischief, a garden plan, a classroom debate about great men, a rattlesnake anecdote, a dance mishap, and a visit to the doctor. The tone is light and observational with period slang.
Maryland farm organizations meeting in Baltimore endorsed the University of Maryland beetle retardation plan. A Farm Bureau resolution urged counties to augment state funds and cooperate fully, while the State Horticultural Society, Vegetable Growers Association and State Grange also supported the campaign. Dr Langford outlined state federal and local cooperation with large demonstrations in heavy infestations and preventive work in lighter areas to keep regions free. he warned the beetle could be the worst pest Maryland farmers have faced, damaging corn soybeans alfalfa apples peaches and many ornamental trees.
The text proclaims Jesus reveals Infinite Love of God and forgiveness for those who harmed him. It cites John’s statement God is love, and explains faith as shelter from life’s turmoil, guiding souls to peaceful waters of contentment in God.
A Dover bridge causeway sustained considerable damage from high tides while Caroline and Talbot counties officials inspected the site. The article notes 1912 losses on the Peninsula and lists bank directors, wedding notices, deaths, and local obituaries with multiple regional names and institutions.
The Orphans Court of Caroling County met with Judges Towers Handy and Dennis. It granted letters testamentary to Fanny Noble for Edward Martin Noble and to Howard S. Smith for Risdon L. J. Smith. Guardian Laura M. Shively was authorized to withdraw funds for Annie Laurie Meredith. Various estates filed inventories and appraisements, bonds, creditors notices, and real estate reports.
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