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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1943
Page
4
The piece criticizes overbearing tin hat rationers backed by OPA orders who stopped hundreds of motorists near the White House during the Fourth of July, forcing drivers to defend themselves against suspicions of pleasure driving. It warns that tin hats create unnecessary annoyance and do more harm than good.
Edwin Vennard warns that in all totalitarian systems the state controls and regulates business. When production is run by the government the manager is also the regulator and auditor, denying impartial consideration of people’s interests. Economic freedom fades, then other freedoms follow.
Secretary Wickard told a Congressional committee the government should help every worthy industrious farm family to operate and own its farm. He cited one million rehabilitation loans and a 93.5 percent pre payment rate this year as evidence farmers are improving their net worth and repaying loans. Tenant Purchase borrowers repay at 99 percent.
The piece argues that subsidies and government loans to keep production below cost tempt state control of industry. Such aid risks entrenching political domination and socializing American business, rather than lowering living costs. It warns that subsidies merely shift money without reducing costs and exposes industry to federal charity.
A civic-opinion piece argues taxpayers must think clearly about postwar taxation. It warns that taxes hindering corporate reserves for reconversion to peacetime production threaten jobs and industry. Senator George stresses building reserves from wartime earnings to ensure postwar stability.
Allied forces in Sicily display rapid, coordinated air sea and land operations, leveraging air superiority and naval power. The blitz-like campaign uses sea control and 2,000 ships to push supplies and troops, while Axis defenses and multiple fronts threaten broader engagement. Capture of three major objectives marked a key early success.
Allied air superiority and coordinated sea and land operations enable paratroop insertions and rapid reinforcement in Sicily. Reports suggest limited Axis losses but significant disruption behind lines, with multiple Allied divisions already in place and potential counterattacks looming. The test now is Axis resolve to oppose a broader invasion across Fortress Europe.
The piece argues miners will work to October under government control, preferring state socialism to free enterprise bargaining. It blames the federal Wagner Act andAdministration favoritism for undermining labor and warns unions threaten ownership and private enterprise as socialism expands.
A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Glen Warner of Easton on July 6. A daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Hartsock of Ridgely on July 5. A daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Deweese Passwaters of Federalsburg on July 7. A son to Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Brisco of Ridgely on July 13. The weekly Tenisl operations list includes Jack Waldis. Federalsburg notes Atlee Conner Denton Edgar Todd Greensboro David Holden Ingleside Robert Kelly Marydel. The cooperative hymn service at the Methodist Church featured youth led hymns. Lt. and Mrs. Noodle Palmer moved from San Antonio to Shreveport La with Lt. Palmer promoted. The Oakland Airplane Observation post received an American flag from the American Legion. Several residents attend Easton O C D classes for firemen training. Various local visits and travel between Easton Greensboro Wilmington and Philadelphia are noted, including family visits, hospital stays, and military movements.
Miss Martin Smith called on Miss J. Alice Wilson. Mr. and Mrs. Cross visited Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Rampmeyer. Miss Nancy Rice from Queen Anne visited relatives here last week. Miss Marjorie Haymaker visited her aunt Mrs. Ronald Lane. Mr. Samuel Bear spent Sunday and Monday in Baltimore.
Dr. T. B. Symons outlines a Washington coordinated effort to bring experienced farm workers back to the Eastern Shore during vacation periods. The plan taps farm born workers in Washington to fill gaps as city jobs and military service pull labor from farms. Farmers contact the Farm Labor Office with needed numbers and durations for supply.
Farmers are urged to contact the Farm Labor Office at 118 Market Street, Denton, to reach the official handling inquiries. The notice emphasizes direct communication for assistance and guidance on labor matters.
Mr. and Mrs. Roland Thomas hosted guests including Mr. and Mrs. Henry D. Fansler who spent the weekend at Ganey's while Fansler works in Philadelphia. George Green and daughter Mary Ann joined Mrs. Mason and family at Gilpin's Point, with other visits from Thrash and Rossiter.
Mr and Mrs Herman Schmick dined with the Nobles on Friday. Josephine Alford of Richardson Park visits Lois and Diane Dulin for the summer. Ruth Ellen Anderson of Bridgeville spent a week with Jane Cannon. Mrs J Max Chambers recently in Washington. Mrs Harry Hollis with her mother at Rehoboth. Mrs C E Christopher visited sister Lee Noble. Saturday Card Club met at Mrs Lloyd Cannon home. Cornelia Cannon returned from Rehoboth visit. Monday Card Club met at Mrs John W Noble. Mrs Paxton Lednum visiting Mrs Frank Patchett. Mrs C F Noble vacationing at Rehoboth Beach. Air spotter station is being manned.
In loving memory of husband and father Beniah L Baker who died nine years ago on July 16 1934. A rhymed memorial verse recalls rough roads and gentle peace. Wife and children remember him, expressing enduring love and tribute.
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