This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1933
Page
2
The passage marks June 14 as Flag Day, recounting how the United States evolved from a feeble, scattered group into the world's strongest nation over 156 years. It links the Stars and Stripes to American principles of freedom, justice, and equal opportunity, noting progress while affirming ongoing aims.
The essay argues work is essential to individual success and societal health. It contrasts 80 percent who work and sustain civilization with 20 percent seeking substitutes through crime and fraud, noting the costs to society. It cites figures like Jesse James, Ponzi, and Rockefeller to illustrate failures of substitutes and praises work as the engine of progress and community stability. The piece ends affirming work as the best path for all.
An editorial cites a Rotarian quote on taxation to argue that government costs rise with taxes and affect every citizen from farmers to homeowners. It urges readers to study tax use, question officials, and not simply defer to leaders like George, advocating independent inquiry into how tax revenue is spent.
A summary note on how global leaders stress trade ties to harmony and prosperity. It cites President Roosevelt calling for disarmament as a path to world salvation, arguing no nation, class, or people can prosper amid old enmities and mutual distrust, with Europe as a current example of militarization and trade barriers.
The text argues that communities should measure government value by outcomes and that Rotary clubs host enlightening forums. It suggests that members serving on school boards or in the legislature benefit from strong, informed followers behind them, leading to wiser and braver leaders.
The article notes intense gloom at the forthcoming World Economic Conference as European powers pursue isolationist policies risking higher tariffs and fewer trade links. It cites Roosevelt’s influence, rumors of a London trip, and a possible American dollar stabilization program modeled on the British Equalization Fund to prevent foreign exchange shocks and defend world trade.
The imminent World Economic Conference aims to restore the world’s economic structure with broad participation. A tariff truce, ongoing since an informal Washington gathering, may endure until delegates iron out global difficulties and advance mutual interests. The League of Nations reports success in drug manufacturing limits, with 32 states ratifying a convention to curb production for medical use and enforce licenses and controls.
Weather reports show week ended June 24 with high 86 and low 55, plus 2.01 inches rainfall. Local crops damaged by heavy Saturday rains in Caroline and Delaware counties. washouts at Garey’s Mill, Chilton’s dam, and Sandy Island bridge. Denton Canning Co secures Ford agency. prospects to contact T Fred Towers. Local graduates noted from University of Pennsylvania, Washington College, Maryland Agricultural College and Dickinson College. U S A tariff discussion noted as Swiss government data sent to influence policy.
The piece merges village uplift notes with a global disarmament argument. It cites rural welfare work by volunteers in Denton and Mockville, then pivots to the European arms race, arguing for equal treatment of Germany within a transitional period and highlighting the Peace Movement’s stance on disarmament and moral duty.
National Editorial Association in Indianapolis hosts Thomas H. Beck, Collier's weekly leader, as chief speaker. Beck, California born, built Collier's into a national force, pioneering aviation coverage and color art while steering sales and public image. His self effacing stance hides a career spanning Locomobile to Crowell Publishing, with CT fish and game commissioner role and deep ties across parties.
Senate inquiry into J. P. Morgan & Co. accuses the firm of price fixing and favoritism toward select clients. It claims Morgan services large industries by selling securities to favored customers at well below market, creating obligations to big bankers and casting Woodin and several senators and judges in an unfavorable light.
An eastern state incident shows railroads asked to fund a 25 000 bridge upgrade to safer load limits for heavy trucks and buses that compete with rail services. The burden would drain railroad coffers, affecting investors and industries relying on rail. Legislation to correct the perceived injustice is anticipated to move quickly.
Smithson Aclouise Perry Burrows five year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Wm Henry Burrows of near Preston died at Emergency Hospital Easton on May 80th after a second operation for appendicitis. Funeral services were at Bethlehem M E Church officiated by Rev T R Vandyke. Burial in Spring Hill cemetery. Also notes visitors and ailments of others including Gussie Prager.
Friday recounts Mrs A L Frett returning from Europe and sharing trip details to London Paris Venice amid high water in Venice. Saturday a stranger mispronounces her name, then recognition. Sunday Emmy away at country, Uncle Hen worried about mortgage and taxes. Emmy helps. Monday Gus Grimes delays stamps awaiting new Democrat Postmaster. Tuesday Pa cited in city police court for speeding. motor cop testifies. Wednesday Slim jokes about Eagles and patriotic tone for governor. Thursday narrator clings to teacher for final grade, fears failing, but hopes to pass amid frustration from peers.
A reflective piece contrasts old and new eras showing how youth and health norms have shifted. It weighs changes in vices clothing and labor habits against persistent livestock diseases, outlining Maryland methods to prevent hog cholera with practical steps and cautions.
Ridgely residents welcomed relatives from Centreville and Orland Pennsylvania and Maplewood New Jersey during recent weekends. Local figures attended funerals and district meetings while theatre activities ended for the summer and summer residents returned home.
Dr. R C Leonard of the Maryland State Health Department urges parents to start regular dental supervision for children as young as three. Early visits help detect defects with little pain, shape attitudes toward dentists, and prevent future tooth problems affecting chewing and facial contour.
Hobbs Mr. Gladstone recalls attending church twice weekly and explains the value of focused devotion during sermons. He urges public worship, shared prayer, and collective praise, noting Sunday services and Sunday School at 10 a m. Nearby, Parker Barnes visits Chester and the Hubbard home is being painted for beautification.
Vernon residents enjoy school picnics including Mrs Lida Martin Camper at Raughley s and Mrs R Wesley Ross events at Vandyke with 200 and 118 attendees. Ross tours Dover Smyrna Middletown Townsend and plans travel to New York State and New England with Mr and Mrs Thomas Clankey. Children s Days fill church calendars as strawberries asparagus and peas fetch low prices after recent rains. J L Hopkins Powell Hopkins and B C Draper families host meals for guests.
Adams family members attend Salisbury Hospital graduation exercises where Miss Sarah Graham graduates. George Terrell and son Daniel, with Meloney from Pennsylvania, visit Mr. and Mrs. Fountain. Altha Adams and Jack Mears of Wilmington are weekend guests. Minnie Adams and Winnie Graham visit on Decoration Day. Bernice Adams, Beacom student, spends weekend home. Children’s Services set for Bloomery Church June 11 at 8 p.m. Elsie Savitz hosts Pennsylvania relatives.
Rev and Mrs Harold Wafer visited Boyertown Pennsylvania for several days last week. Mrs T L Day entertained her sister Mrs Anna May Barnes of Easton. Jesse Zeigler has returned from school for the summer vacation.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.