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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1894
Page
2
The Denton Journal urges town commissioners to obtain fire extinguishing apparatus after the Jessou fire at TAT borough. It notes prominent taxpayers absent from a court-house meeting and calls for immediate purchase of accessible equipment, including chemical extinguishers, ladders, and a bucket brigade, funded by public contributions.
A Centreville telegram notes the near tie in the Queen Annes county July 7 Democratic primaries and rising fevered interest. It cites rival factions, a waning chance for the local candidate, Senator Hill's Chesapeake Beach trip, and broader Shore contests while praising Caroline County harmony. It also recalls Debs imprisonment over railroad boycotts, relief efforts after the Till—Worough fire, and the stalled confirmation of U S District Attorney Marbury amid Chicago politics.
The piece surveys Maryland and national political maneuvering amid a sultry season. It notes factional strife in Anne Arundel County over Wells and Moss Bannon, potential ticket battles for Congressional seats, and expected nominations in Fourth and Sixth districts. It mentions governors, candidates, and party machinery shaping August conventions and future honors.
InWashington the democratic conference struggles over an agreement while Republicans press for attendance and the canal bill. Congress aims for adjournment by August and President Cleveland plans a labor strike commission to study interstate railways, with Utah statehood pending.
A farmer’s plea urges clearing and beautifying land to draw new residents. It argues the county has land, climate, and a growing population potential, claiming trees and crops can expand, increasing farm values. The author advocates community effort and notes potential settlement benefits. Also included is a testimonial from J.T. Marlow, M. D., praising Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with a local druggist listing.
A brief notice notes the store will be closed on Saturdays while operations remain in effect on other days. No specific date or location is provided. The OCR text is fragmented but indicates weekend closure.
Store touts unprecedented summer cotton offerings with record varieties and ultra low prices. Items include Lawns 5c 34c, Gingham 10c 5c, Irish Lawn 12c 8c, Crepenettes 16c, Bradenburys 12 14c, Organdies 37 1 2 c, Silk Ginghams 25c, Jap Crepes 25c, plus many more across new main aisle spaces on Chestnut and Market streets.
A Chestnut street exposition showcases Summer Dresses with Serge gowns priced from four dollars to twenty dollars and duck presses, tuxedo coat qualities, and diaity dresses. Bathing suits weave from nine dollars, highlighting fresh patterns and reduced last season values.
Peddlers of women’s bathing suits could fetch five or six dollars, but the maker preferred to leave them for sale locally at three dollars and three fifty each. Two navy blue indigo flannel suits with high full sleeves and wide shirts, one trimmed with white braid, the other with black.
Store items for bath outfits listed with stockinet bathing suits, caps, shoes, and trimming in the main floor department. Includes stockinet bathing shoes, caps, cork soles, and assorted rubber footwear with prices and color options.
Book News for July compiles fifteen pages of descriptive book lists plus reviews and letters. It highlights the largest library in the Western Hemisphere in Washington under Mr. Ainsworth R. Spofford and includes a plate portrait of him.
Part six of the Potter Bradley atlas endorsed by the United States Government is released. The set comprises twenty parts total, priced at fifteen cents each or three dollars for the complete atlas, equating to a twenty seven dollar value for the full collection.
Local shop touts competitive pricing and variety for bicycles including Continental models at 70 and 75, with cheaper options listed. Sells light gray or tan check cloth Bloomer Pants at 3.50 and 35 types of bicycles, urging buyers to compare with $50 to $150 market options.
Fragmented OCR describes various hammocks and parts including woven hammocks with spreader, hammock with spreader pillow and valance, mosquito bar, spreaders hooks anchor ropes and thimbles, prices listed in old currency. Mentions Joun WanNaMAKER and vendor details unclear.
Mary A. Phibarty and George Tait are listed as administrators for the John Chuhy estate, acting on behalf of the deceased’s legal heirs and handling related probate matters.
Creditor claims against W L Fluharty and estate details appear in this notice. Executors and court actions are noted with dates and filing requirements for debt submission to the designated probate office. Creditors should present their claims by the specified deadline to be considered.
The notice urges choosing medicines that are cheap yet best, fresh to avoid deterioration, and bought from a shop offering only fresh pure drugs. It implies the reader should try the advertiser’s shop to judge quality, promising utmost effort to earn continued favor.
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