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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1938
Page
1
I have filed my certificate of candidacy for the office of State's Attorney for Caroline County subject to the Democratic Primaries September 12 1938. I outline a term of honest impartial service, no outside influence, and a pledge to continue cooperative law enforcement and efficient administration if nominated and re elected.
National Safety Council warns hundreds could be killed or maimed on Independence Day. The brief lists common hazards and urges readers to enjoy the Fourth but stay safe. Heeding cautions may prevent injuries and fatalities during celebrations.
The article warns that Independence Day brings picnic accidents and drowning risks. It urges careful behavior with alcohol, fire crackers, and swimming, especially for children. It stresses not swimming after meals and adult supervision to prevent injuries during celebrations.
Notice to dog owners in Denton to secure license tags promptly. Year begins July 1, 1938. Apply to Frank Dennis Bailiff Walter Sparklin Clerk.
The first third of the Eastern Shore Baseball League schedule showed a surge of power with many players slugging abundantly after Labor Day. Salisbury moved to the top as Federalsburg faltered while Easton, Cambridge, Milford, Centreville, Dover, Pocomoke, and the Orioles chased pace. Stant and Bethman led batting with .367 and .366, Wet hit .429, and Mitzie Manzak added .394 in 26 games as pitching slumped and offense dominated.
P Waton Webb publisher of The Daily Banner and The Cambridge Record in Cambridge Maryland last week announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for State Comptroller. He has thirty three years in Cambridge journalism and sits on multiple local boards including County Trust Company Cambridge Manufacturing Company Eastern Shore Public Service Cambridge Fair Association Cambridge Country Club and Washington College. He previously led the Del Mar Va Eastern Shore Association and has held positions with Cambridge Hospital and various fraternal orders including Masons Odd Fellows Elks and Shrine.
General Manager John Ogden of the Baltimore Orioles completed a deal to acquire catcher Walter Millies formerly deposed playing manager at Chattanooga. Ogden also arranged to send Pitcher Hank Harris and catcher Dick West to Chattanooga. Harris may gain regular work with the Lookouts while West leads the Eastern Shore circuit with near a .500 batting mark. Millies is expected to pilot Dover in faster company at Chattanooga, the move offering value in experience.
A compact listing of varied events and personages from 1775 to 1919. It notes the mint's establishment in San Francisco in 1852, the St. Louis bridge opening in 1874, Franklin's letter to Han han in 1775, Hayes sailing to polar regions, Lincoln's 1862 Potomac army visit, Kilrain vs Sullivan boxing victory in 1889, and a July 2 1919 note on a British dirigible crossing.
The Caroline County Medical Society met at the Brick Hotel in Denton on June 23. Dr Kenneth B Jones discussed rising mental illness and hospital improvements at Eastern Shore State Hospital. A visit to the hospital is planned for August to join the Mental Hygiene Clinic and explore occupational therapy options. Dr Frederick N Nichols presides and Dr George E Waters serves as secretary and treasurer.
A meeting at Lord Baltimore Hotel Baltimore on July 7 at 10 30 am will elect a board director for Western and Southern Maryland and part of eastern West Virginia. The vote opens for Southern States Cooperative a farmers wholesale purchasing group with 70 000 members operating in Maryland Delaware Virginia West Virginia and North Carolina.
County Commissioners reduced the levy by one cent bringing the rate to 1.22 dollars per 100. State tax adds 0.22, totaling 1.44 per 100 with intangible personal property at 0.45. List details cover department by department appropriations and expenses including public aid, schools, welfare, and bonds.
The article warns of the danger from fireworks in Denton ahead of July 4, urging strict enforcement of town ordinances and calling for a statewide ban on manufacture, sale, and use. It cites injury records from 1937 and stresses community self restraint until new laws arrive.
Health Depart ment and Nurses Board of Caroline County urge extreme care during the three day holiday. Warns fireworks dangers and drowning risks with swim supervision advised. Health groups extend best wishes for a safe weekend and no family regrets from vacation.
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