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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1943
Page
4
Conferees have agreed on a compromise pay as you go tax plan aiming for passage and Roosevelt approval. Many seek forgiveness details, but the main virtue cited is easier payments on assessments under the new measure.
A critical piece argues anti inflation palliatives will fail without swift action on underlying causes. It traces inflation to federal finance policies and tax and wage favoritism toward voters. It urges investing wages in war bonds to curb inflation.
Oil men warn that known supplies are shrinking faster than new finds and demand ceiling prices on crude to cover higher labor, supplies, and taxes. They argue government must back wildcatting and exploration to avert a future oil shortage and discourage counter to natural laws.
The piece condemns the sudden closing of the nation’s coal mines during union negotiations. It likens the United Mine Workers action to Pearl Harbor, urges Congress to enact controls on organized mutiny, and claims the stoppage endangers public safety for personal gain.
The piece notes Puerto Rico as a U S territory represented in Congress by Bolivar Pagan the resident commissioner. It cites his testimony to the House urging a study of Puerto Rico political economic and social conditions to aid Congress and both Puerto Rican and continental American people. It argues for recognizing territories and pursuing statehood for the union.
The Nation plans a move to a pay-as-you-go monthly collection system next month. President Roosevelt will send Congress new tax recommendations soon, aiming to close the inflationary gap with compulsory savings and higher taxes. He opposes a sales tax but favors higher duties on liquor and tobacco. Proposals to reach Congress before its recess around July 15, with members possibly away for about two months.
National industries pursue war production while local merchants including butchers bakers light makers and publishers face restrictions. Businesses adapt with new methods, markets stay open, and editors keep readers informed as they sacrifice to support the country.
A wartime editorial argues that private industry drives the home front, not government. It cites seven thousand planes monthly, vast shipbuilding, and the resource sector as the engine of victory, contrasting civilian initiative with dictatorship reliance on government. It warns demagogues prey on such fallacies.
A wartime labor portrait shows John L. Lewis opposing the White House line while A F of L and C I O leaders Green and Murray push for wage hikes with taxpayer subsidies. The Smith Connally bill advances toward new labor laws and the War Labor Board aims to hold the line amid cost pressures.
President Roosevelts praised UN food conference in Hot Springs Virginia as a success while debates over agricultural policy and leadership widen. The piece notes Wickard and Davis as evolving roles, Hoover’s criticism, and the question of a single agency versus dual leadership in managing prices, production, and hunger relief. Herbert Lehman is mentioned regarding his resignation to take a similar post.
A wartime forecast urges a swift return to civilian production in aviation, automobiles, rail and marine sectors. It notes WPB figures show aviation output rising to 20.1 billion, compares prewar auto peak at 3.7 billion, and predicts broad employment and manufacturing revival. The piece argues no mystery or magic is needed to restore civilian industry within months and calls for practical postwar plans and treaties to secure lasting peace.
The Orphans Court met Tuesday with Judges Handy and Fooks. Actions approved include withdrawal of a claim, proofs of publication for creditors, and the first and final accounts in multiple estates such as Elmer Bowdle, I Jerome Chambers, Harry Dailey, and Alice D Raughley. The court probated the will of Elberta Dunning and granted letters of administration to C Percy Dunning with bonds filed and creditors notice ordered. Appraisers Samuel G Nuttle and Walter S Rutter named.
Edward A. Gescheidt 55 died of a heart attack at his Greensboro home after residing here a year coming from Staten Island. Funeral services were held at the local chapel with Rev. Ray W. Kirwan officiating. Burial in Greensboro cemetery. Survived by wife Helen and brothers Anthony of Brooklyn and Charles of Medford. Several local residents and guests noted military honors for distinguished service in WWII. Letty Campbell 68 died Friday in Marydel, funeral in Greensboro cemetery with Rev. Kirwan officiating. Burial in Greensboro cemetery. Survived by daughter-in-law Grace Johnson and several Pennsylvania relatives. Births announced for Page and Mrs Riddleberger of Annapolis, plus Jarvis family visits and local gatherings at L. W. Taylor Sr. home.
Professor William Farrell and wife of Annapolis were entertained Friday evening by Mr. and Mrs. H T Langmaid. Mesdames Iva Jones Ida Cooper Miss Clara Seward and M Elise Roe visited Smyrna Friday. Reverend Edgar Shockley and family from near Richmond Va are visiting Mr Harry Draper and family. Mr J W Porter and daughter Ann spent Monday in Baltimore. Miss Dorothy Swann of Wilmington was at home over the weekend.
Hobbs notices the Ash family graduates Edith and Esther in New York. The article mentions their siblings Robert Jr who has served in the U S Navy and Margaret a teacher, and notes Roland Towers in Australia after December service. Local residents send best wishes and recount other visits and news from the community.
Adams Cross Roads items record a funeral for Mrs. Minnie Kemp in Vienna Maryland with attendance from Hennie Crolla Johnson and others. Social notes mention visits from Mrs C L Harmon and son near Greenwood to Blance Adams and Marian Robinson. Smithville Homemakers Club met in club room. Bloomery Church plans extra Father’s Day service. Minnie and Altha Adams visit Wilmington over the weekend.
A terse maxim suggests character defines worth, not outward labels or opinions. It emphasizes integrity, authenticity, and personal accountability beyond appearances or external judgments.
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