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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1913
Page
7
A London Tit-Bits anecdote recalls the Duke of Clarence later William IV kissing the wife of a barber during an American trip. The barber’s husband boots him, boasting that a Yankee barber delivered a royal kick to the son of the king, a sharp clash of royal ego and American wit.
A short lyric speaks of doing good without seeking reward. The speaker compares life to a lighthouse guiding ships, with unseen angels and a tranquil fountain. The verse highlights quiet, steady influence and the ethical aim of blessing others even without recognition.
A well known piano salesman risked his life to save a frightened woman by tackling a ferocious goat on a street near Himrod avenue. He wrestled the animal through car tracks until a motorman stopped a passing car. He declared his aim was to get the goat off the street, not onto the trolley.
The late Senator Taylor faced a rough overnight stay in a Kentucky town during his governor race. A cramped bed and knotty straw prompted a joking exchange with the hotel host about sending future hecklers to endure the same discomfort, reflecting campaign grit and humor from the period.
Baunders Norvelly recounted a tale to state hardware dealers at the Coliseum about advising a customer on window display. The man listened yet grew angry, later implementing the tips with goods bought from a rival, illustrating a sly form of improvement after a sting of rivalry.
A brief rustic dialogue shows a poor character planning to sell a dog for 25 cents. A counteroffer emerges when the other party asks for two dollars the next day to take the dog away, reflecting small currency exchanges and street bargaining. The Washington Star records a slice of everyday life with period vernacular.
A Pittsburgh Post item reflects on hardship as a homeowner faces mortgage foreclosure while the car loan also risks default, highlighting the pressure of losing shelter and vehicle in tough times.
Resolve begins on foot and secures a win in a brisk finish. Antention jams her finish, failing to reach the coach in time as spectators watch the race unfold.
A British hospital case reveals a deceitful orderly feeding a deaf and dumb patient a diet of luxuries while claiming all items were provided. The patient later exclaims He's a liar tearing down the illusion. Immediate discharge and a court martial follow the uncovering of the theft.
Conversation fragment shows Rose asking Newedd if the coat button was sewn. Mrs Newedd responds she could not find the button and sewed the buttonhole instead. The brief exchange reads like a domestic vignette from the Boston Transcript.
Willy and Jean explore Arcady on a courtship path after a golf outing. Willy writes a marriage proposal note and confesses deep feelings while Hiram Butler and Rivery nudge the couple toward a new life together. They reach the Arcady club house and discover the awaited motor mower.
Order of Publication in 1918 requires Pearl May Henry to be notified by four weekly newspaper insertions before August 18 1913 to appear by September 3 1913 in the Caroline County Circuit Court to show cause why a divorce a vinculo matrimony should not be granted to George A. Henry. The record notes the marriage on January 27 1899 at Wil lis ton Maryland and claims Pearl May Henry abandoned the plaintiff for at least three years with no children. Clerk J Kemp Stevens signs true copy.
Notice states that the levy has been made for the year 1913 with details of the amounts and levying authorities. The document records the official action and references the fiscal period and governing body responsible for the levy.
A Denton Maryland resident Thomas P Yowers testifies to lasting relief from kidney trouble after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He states he used two or three boxes with lasting effect and has recommended the medicine widely. Sold by all dealers 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents Remember the name Devan's and take no other.
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