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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1911
Page
2
Publication line from 1911 issue. credits publishers Howard Melvin Ben and H Johnson Melvin Johnson. Saturday morning edition dated July 15 1911.
Governor Crothers tours Se curity Cement sites, notes limestone beds underlie most of Maryland and the state geology reports guide profitable mining. State roads cost estimate stands at 14 124 000 with 1 200 miles slated for improvement, and a ten year goal to connect counties. DuPont boulevard progress in Delaware praised as a public benefit. A five member lawyer committee will help with primary election law. Weather rough spell caused suffering. citizens urged to aid animals and neighbors. Frequent notes on political races and suffrage rhetoric from Cardinal Gibbons.
Baltimore papers report Senator John Walter Smith will stay out of the Maryland gubernatorial contest. Blair Lee’s candidacy, Gorman’s possible run, and Montgomery allies shape his stance. Lee seeks a fair show due to a likely US Senate bid in two years. Governor Crothers’ potential candidacy narrows to a Lee-Crothers race. The Emmittsburg Chronicle endorses Blair Lee as a Woodrow Wilson type progressive and reformer.
The Woodrow Wilson Democratic Association of Maryland formed in Baltimore aims to send Wilson supporters to the Democratic national convention. They seek up to ten thousand members and pledge to back Wilson as the presidential nominee in 1912, highlighting his governance of New Jersey and advocacy for democracy.
The Cambridge Yacht Club completes arrangements for a notable regatta to be held at Cambridge on Wednesday July 19 1911. Hundreds of yachts from seven Chesapeake Bay Yacht Racing Association clubs will stop at Cambridge during their annual cruise.
The piece argues President Taft serves as a mouthpiece for Aldrich and the central bank scheme, urging Progressive Republicans to oppose renomination. It details alleged collusion with Morgan and Standard Oil, calls for reform, notes Democratic House savings, and critiques the White House press bureau and Taft administration role with the steel trust. The analysis cites Knox’s link to steel trust growth and alleged secret exchanges for contracts.
A commentator expounds on Manasseh king of Judah, his youthful reign, influence of Assyrian trade, and idolatry. It traces his downfall, captivity by Assyria, and eventual return to Jerusalem, urging repentance and divine forgiveness under a moral and religious lens.
The article compares this summer to 1898 with a long hot dry spell and widespread crop damage across many states. It cites a July report from the Agricultural Department noting below average yields for oats hay corn and potatoes, with high potato prices and uncertain relief ahead. It also offers hot weather safety tips urging caution against heat illness and practical steps to stay safe and hydrated.
Advertisement announces Harry R Merriken as a Democratic candidate for the Orphans' Court in the Fifth district. He cites prior candidacy, party support, and extensive estate settlement experience, asking fellow Democrats for their backing ahead of the August 29 primary. Dated July 12, 1911.
A Democratic primary notice announces J. Olan Clark as a candidate for Judge of the Orphans Court in the August 29 primary. Clark pledges impartial, unbiased conduct in office and commits to maintaining that policy if elected.
Edward W. Liden asks Democratic voters for re nomination to the Orphans Court citing experience and time to improve service. He argues a judge needs familiarity and efficiency during this term and seeks continued support at the primary election.
Isaac T. Fleetwood announces his candidacy for re nomination as Judge of the Orphans Court. He notes the August 29 primary and says continued service will bring diligent care and courtesy to all with business before the court, relying on gained experience.
H C Rawlings of Second district declares his candidacy for the Orphans' Court of Caroline County at the coming primaries. He notes forty five years as a Democrat, says he has never sought preferment before, and respectfully asks Democratic support. Date June 20, 1911.
Candidate Richard T. West announces his candidacy for Judge of the Orphans' Court in the June 1911 Democratic primary. He pledges to safeguard the rights of widows and orphans and taxpayers, asking Democratic support and pledging earnest effort if chosen.
An advertisement from James Temple of Ridgely Maryland dated May 17 1931 announces his candidacy in the upcoming Democratic primary for sheriff. He pledges personal attention to the office and to preserve peace and dignity, noting a narrow 1939 defeat by five votes and requesting second consideration.
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