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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1918
Page
2
In a 1918 column Publishers Veluin and the Journal discuss universal peace and war. J. F. Gelletty’s prophetic stance contrasts pacifism with realities of conflict, arguing that arming and readiness are needed to neutralize the Hun and sustain liberty. The piece critiques disarmament dreams and urges preparation.
Government and draft boards will coordinate to require work for all, including those in nonessential industries. Mr Mahone will identify suitable assignments for unemployed men beyond age three and channel them to more useful tasks. The war prompts changes and aims to end loafing.
Miss Tarbell argues the country is not finished with its work until every woman, including those in groups and those in none, joins in war service. She urges all women to work for civilization, food conservation relief liberty finance and child welfare, across stations and backgrounds.
The piece reflects wartime sentiment urging unity across classes and creeds, warns of U boat threats along Maryland Delaware shores, and notes mobilization figures. It honors veterans and mourns mothers and spouses, linking personal loss to national duty and the drive to sustain war production and support services.
A fragmented discussion of the Marine Corps famed fighting spirit notes the historical prestige and martial pride driving Marines to seek battle. The piece argues Marines have long possessed an insatiable appetite for combat and compares their eagerness to a boy’s wish to play ball.
Attorney General directs publication of a notice requiring all German Empire subjects aged 14 and above in the U S who are not naturalized citizens to register as alien enemies at local post offices between June 17 and 26 1918. The notice details registration procedures including four signed photos and three affidavits, with penalties for noncompliance. Sheriff Sherlock Swann, Chief Registrar for Nonurban Maryland, signs.
The War Department desires photographs drawings and descriptions of bridges buildings towns and localities in France Belgium Luxembourg and western Germany west of Elamburg. Maryland Council of Defense asks for all possible material to be sent without sorting or duplications. Send by parcel post or express to Colonel A B Coxe 0156 15th street Washington D C. It is noted that those who advertise can reduce expenses and keep their staff.
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