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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1942
Page
3
A sermon-era reflection on Noah, God's gifts to believers, and divine covenant. It emphasizes power over creation, protection of human life, and the rainbow sign as a pledge that judgment will not recur. The piece urges faith, obedience, and confidence in God's memory of promises.
A concise maxim attributed to Charles Kingsley stresses duty in every day matters as the path to faithfulness in greater tasks. It asserts that only those who fulfill small duties will handle larger responsibilities, linking constancy to moral and heavenly command.
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The piece discusses White House secretary Gene Casey endorsing Brooke Lee and contends Hatch Act limits do not apply. It also previews Eastern Shore Congressional primary clashes among Dudley Roe Leon Andrus and incumbent David Ward, with Brice’s support and rumors about other gubernatorial scenarios.
The article explains the Noahic covenant after the flood, defining covenant as a coming together and pledge by God to all creatures. It notes the rainbow as God's sign, set in the clouds to remind Him of the everlasting covenant with every living creature and every generation.
A devotional reflection on the rainbow symbolizing God's faithfulness and mercy. It contrasts human forgetfulness with divine memory, urging trust in God's promises and warning that judgment will follow sin and rejection of Christ's atonement.
The column details a tense contest in Western Maryland as Katherine Byron weighs a 1941 nomination, John C. McMullen’s ultimatum pushing for E. Brooke Lee, and Byron’s late filing amid machine support from Governor O Conor. In Baltimore, John Meyer gains due to Ambrose Kennedy’s setback and a harmony push from Mayor Jackson’s withdrawal.
Support for Kennedy is described as part of a broader peace agreement between Political Boss William Curran and Jackson's camp, signaling a coalition shift and impact on upcoming contests.
Percy Garey owner sells cattle, farm machinery, tools and equipment at public auction on the Denton Hillsboro road two miles from Denton on Wednesday August 5 at 10 a m. Items listed include Holstein cows Jerseys Guernsey heifers a gray colt Fordson tractor plows grain drill mower manure spreader corn planter wagon and many harnesses tools and farming gear. Auctioneer Wm Andrew conducts sale.
A trustee under an Orphans Court decree will offer for sale in front of the Denton Maryland courthouse a large two story dwelling with accessory residence on a prominent Gay Street lot. The sale follows a 1942 court order in Caroline County and proceeds require one third cash with the remainder on ratification, plus interest and taxes borne by the buyer. Auctioneer James Temple will supervise.
A widow’s estate offers for sale at 10:00 a m at a home one mile east of Denton adjoining the colored camp ground woods. The list includes a walnut bedroom suite, bureau, stand, sewing machine, rugs, beds, Victrola, stove, ice box, dining and kitchen items, dishes, curtains, pictures, and tools. Terms cash. No removal until sale completion. John Zahransky owner. Auctioneer Jack Stevens. Attorney Calvert C Merriken. Clerk William S Merriken.
In The Circuit Court For Caroline County an equity case No 3749 Chy seeks a divorce a vinculo matrimonii for John J. Niebauer from Ruth Mae Niebauer. The bill requests custody of daughters Jacqueline 7 and Helene 5, with Jacqueline to the complainant and Helene to the respondent. Facts state marriage in 1934, abandonment in 1940, and that Ruth Mae Niebauer is a non resident of Maryland. A notice order requires publication four weeks before August 17, 1942 and appearance by September 2, 1942.
The Circuit Court for Caroline County orders creditors of William H. Williamson deceased to file claims with the Clerk by September 8 next, after sale of real estate and mortgage satisfaction. A copy of this order must be published weekly in a Caroline County Maryland newspaper in three consecutive weeks before July 27, 1942. True Copy Test.
In Equity no 3738 Chy Wesley E Thawley as assignee orders sale of Beauchamp property ratified and confirmed unless cause is shown by September 17 1942. Copy to be printed in newspaper in Caro ine County four weeks before August 17 1942. Reported sales amount 1276 dollars. True copy test Wayne A Cawley clerk.
In the Orphans Court for Caroline County Equity bill seeks sale of J Harvey Beer deceased real estate to pay debts. Notice to non resident heirs in Delaware Pennsylvania Massachusetts Washington unknowns and Ambridge Pennsylvania. appearance by Sept 2, 1942. Carlton V. West Register of Wills.
In the Orphans Court of Caroline County Maryland the estate of Elizabeth E. Pippin deceased is to be distributed September 15 1942. Interested distributees legatees and others must appear by guardian solicitor or agent by that date to claim rights or risk exclusion from benefits. True Copy Test Carlton V. West Register of Wills.
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