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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1935
Page
2
A year later many newspapers republish this Rockville Connecticut Journal piece urging safer driving after a fatal Minterburn Hill crash. A telegram found in the victim’s pocket read We miss you Daddy When are you coming home, underscoring the loss to his children and the call for caution on the road.
Opinion warns that restrictive tax legislation harms life insurance companies banks and trust firms and their investments in utilities railroads and industrials. It argues reduced industry progress cuts dividends and hurts savers including small investors and nonprofit institutions relying on industrial investments, noting wider social economic harm if politics stifles growth.
The President proposes broader income, estate, gift and corporate taxes and ends tax exemptions on government bonds. Major newspapers split, with few endorsing the plan in full as Congress lags behind schedule and experts warn the drafting and passage will take weeks. Leaders on both sides question the proposal's principle and its leftward alignment.
Congress weighs tax increases amid warnings of fiscal strain. Public Utility Holding Company Bill advances in the House, contrasting with Senate measures. War debt payments notes sent to major powers reveal Finland’s prompt debt remittance and rising overdue interest. May sees a surge in construction with residential awards up and nonresidential activity up despite limited public works.
A CCC focus piece notes post graduate camps offer chances for school youth to find work and grow. A Sharon Massachusetts youth sent to a New Hampshire forestry reserve painted during off hours, selling canvases to local exhibitors and gaining recognition. It argues communities should cooperate to create opportunities for the youth and praises CCC’s lasting impact.
There are at least three men in the Capital glad to see Congress adjourn Senator Robinson of Arkansas Democratic leader Senator Harrison of Mississippi Finance Committee chairman and Senator Byrnes of South Carolina Roosevelt spokesman They may believe in radical legislation they helped push through and fear facing constituents at home if adjourned
The piece notes a rift among conservative Democrats facing re election as President Roosevelt pushes share the wealth ideas. Unemployment remains high with over 9 million jobless, mostly in durable goods, while congressional debate centers on work relief limits and possible funding for public works and park projects. It cites Cooley on constitutional authority and the oath to uphold the Constitution.
A fiscal pamphlet argues taxes are the consumer’s burden, hidden in every price. It denounces government waste and political spoils, contending business bears the tax load and cannot raise wages or maintain payroll while taxes rise. It asserts no soak-the-rich tax and cites sales and processing taxes shifting to consumers.
A critique arguing motorists are victims of rising gasoline taxes at state and federal levels. It calls for tax reductions and repeal, insisting gas taxes fund road use only and noting taxes can reach 25 to 50 percent of retail price.
Keystone Automobile Club of Maryland urges courteous conduct toward visiting motorists to boost safety and enjoyment on summer highways. The bulletin notes many travelers are unfamiliar with local routes and traffic rules and may pause at intersections or deviate from normal turning practices. It stresses that patience and a welcoming attitude help prevent horn honks and hostility and enhance Maryland's reputation for hospitality.
The piece urges teaching youth the fundamental principles of government and civic duty. It warns native Americans may overlook this, advocates careful voter instruction, and emphasizes public officials must serve the people’s interest rather than personal or group gain.
The piece extols President Roosevelt's call for graduated taxes on individuals and corporations to curb wealth inequality and fund national debt reduction, arguing inheritances should be taxed to ease the tax burden on averageAmericans. It contrasts censorship in Europe with press freedom in Britain and Switzerland, and cites Hull on arms spending versus economic value.
The Turkish Foreign Minister is likened to the Briand of the Orient as Turkey under its twelve year old revolution quietly rebuilds. Ankara’s wide streets, parks, and white stucco buildings symbolize peaceful reconstruction while the nation assumes a mediator role among Near East neighbors and seeks broader foreign trade recovery. Turkey aims for peaceful relations, educational reform, and progress, despite the storm center dynamic of the region.
Ross Farquhar records a playful week of local misadventures with notes on Nate Crowley losing his girl, Lem Travis clashing with Joe Hix, a drug store skit about Sunday School, Ike Swisher bragging about aged parents, Ira Wicker’s hard luck with furniture, Ant Emmy’s Monotony question, and a man with papers visiting, all in a casual diary voice.
On June 7 1935 Bro E D C Hegeman died after a summons to his eternal home. Caroline Council No 175 Jr O U A M expresses loss and praise his quiet diligent spiritual nature. The council resolves to send condolences to his family, mourn for 30 days, place the resolution in records, and publish in The Denton Journal.
Multiple commercial properties offered for sale or rent including a fully equipped restaurant beside American Stores in Greensboro with two stores near Farmers and Merchants Bank and at the rear of the Carter Block in Denton Md. Also a 78 acre farm near Wil_liston Md with possession by Jan 1 1936. John T. Carter, Owner.
A 25 year look back notes wheat prices at 1.05, a boarding cottage in Rehoboth, Sawy er wheat yields on three acres, new parsonage for Mission Church, federal officers sworn in, and local weddings. The article covers county education reappointments, a tragic murder scene in Burrsville, court juror lists, tax basis and budget allocations, and multiple community notices including road work and public offices.
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