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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1923
Page
2
The Denton Journal announces its Saturday edition dated June 16 1923. Howard Melvin Benj H Johnson Melvin & Johnson publishers, Denton Maryland. Published every Saturday and entered at the post office as second class mail matter.
Editorial notes project similar road building activity to last year with 288 million dollars expected in 21 states, plus 258 million federal aid work under construction. Wage trends rise except on the Pacific coast, New England up about 30 percent. Gasoline taxes expanding in 30 states solidify road finance. Also reflects on Senator Williams reading habit, Maryland strawberry output, death of Robert E Lee, and a million-dollar fire at Broad Street Station.
Maryland Agricultural experts warn 95 percent of local wheat carries parlic and 76 percent holds other weed seeds lowering grade and price. Garlic persists in fields though rye and corn weeds can be banished by selecting clean seed and field areas large enough to harvest seed free of contaminants.
A Maryland study claims removing two weeds can raise yearly wheat value by 300000 dollars and eradicating garlic could add 600000 more. With 600000 acres planted this year, about 54000 acres would be seed, averaging 1.25 acres per farm. Seed-cleaning labor costs are put at less than one man-day per farm, with crop quality improving by about 16 per acre planted for seed.
John N. Mackall of the State Roads Commission argues for a cross peninsula ferry from Log Inn near Anne Arundel shore to Kent Island with artificial harbors. He says the route requires about 15 miles of new road across the peninsula, plus rail connections to Washington and Baltimore, and would cut Baltimore to Shore trips to about 20 minutes by boat.
The Maryland home demonstration program reaches women statewide through local clubs. Clubs meet biweekly in homes or club rooms, serving as leadership hubs and community rest spaces. Nationwide-backed data show 110 rural clubs with 5,504 members, seven counties forming county federations, and leaders for each program line. Now is the time to subscribe.
Pennsylvania Railroad aims to build an excursion house near the Rehoboth Beach passenger station for the upcoming season as cottages open unusually early. A construction boom. more than thirty cottages prepped, one contractor with twenty under supervision. Cambridge stops Sunday Baltimore excursionists after a council meeting citing expected disorder. Oyster shell planting in the Great Choptank River finished and bar work at the Patuxent River mouth begun per State Conservation Commissioner Harrison W. Vickers Jr. Talbot County Baseball League formed by Easton Neavitt Oxford St Michaels Tilghman and Trappe, with games twice weekly.
In loving remembrance of my dear mother Mrs Martha J Richards who departed this life May 21 1923. O dearest mother how I miss you I miss you when the morning dawns I miss you when the night returns Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord None on earth can take your place The long days and nights you bore in pain To wait for care but all in vain To the land of peace and the blessings God has taken you dear mother Where you will wear the heavenly crown Of grief of sorrow I have had my share But the loss of you dear mother is the hardest to bear — Her daughter Hilda Schellinger.
Sad memorial note from his wife recalls a loving husband who died in 1916. It reflects on grief, peaceful rest, and the hope of reunion beyond the border land. The verse laments loss and bids farewell to a beloved spouse.
Students at Caroline High School performed class night exercises held last night at the Palace Theatre. The event featured performances by pupils from multiple grades with faculty supervision.
J H C Legg announces candidacy for Associate Judge of the Second Judicial Circuit of Maryland comprising Caroline Talbot Queen Annes Kent and Cecil. He notes 34 years of law practice, ties to Denton and Greensboro, and asks Democratic primary voters for support on pars day with a pledge to serve with his best.
John Blake recounts Arnold Bennett on money and time. He argues money can be replaced but time is gone forever. The piece urges thrift of time over wealth, urging readers to use leisure for reading and meaningful conversation and to allot time to memory and learning.
Public sale to be held June 30 1923 in Hickman Caroline county Maryland with two tracts totaling about 30 acres described from deeds of Butler Haymond Noble and others. Tract L includes a two story dwelling and outbuildings near Hickman. One third cash day of sale with balance in six and twelve months. Additional Delaware tract of about 36 acres offered at same time. James H. Hughes Trustee and Red R. Owens attorney at Denton Maryland.
A Maryland Orphans Court sale by trustee of Mary E Wright against Ei Orland Woehe offers five Choptank tracts at public auction in the village of Choptank Caroline county between one and two pm on sale day. Tracts include the Wright home place and multiple parcels with dwelling ties, roads and fences. Plat views available in Denton. payment terms: half cash day of sale, rest with interest or all cash. W Brewster Deen James Temple Trustees.
The sale concerns land conveyed by Junie M. Bullock to Norman G Straughn dated June 22 1921 recorded in Caroline county. Lot 1 houses a store tenanted by Samuel L Young with a gasoline tank reserved. Property to be offered separately and as a whole with one third cash day of sale one third in six months and the balance in twelve months. Deeds delivered after payment in full. James Temple Fred R Owens Auctioneer Attorney. A loan may be obtained on request.
Executor of Thomas J. Carroll offers multiple parcels in Denton Maryland at public sale from 2 to 4 PM on July 3 1923. Parcels include properties fronting Lincoln Street and Sixth Street with several improvements such as two story dwellings and an auto shop. One third payment due day of sale with rest by January 1 1924. title papers and stamps at purchaser cost. deed upon payment. N B Denton Maryland attorney listed for notices.
The executor of Martha Everngam announces a public sale of a farm in Caroline County near Denton. The 84 acre property includes a two story house with outbuildings and 20 acres of wheat land, with a graveyard right and timbered land. Terms: one third cash, rest Jan 1 1924, possession January 1 1924. Title at purchaser expense. Auctioneer James Temple.
Bids due by 10 a m June 26 1923 for delivering eligible pupils in routes 6 through 12 to Denton Henderson Greensboro and other schools. White drivers required with safe wagons or auto buses to be furnished by bidders. bonds and contracts per school board rules.
A brief note records a missing pipe wrench file and hammer found between the George Morgan farm east of Denton and the town area last week. Finder is asked to notify the responsible person.
Twelve week old leghorn cockerela offered at one dollar each. Brooklawn Poultry Farm located at G-16 1f R. F. D. 3 Denton Maryland advertises the birds.
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