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Newspaper

Denton Journal

Location

Denton, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1899

Page

2

The High School a Necessity for Denton County

The editorial argues for funding a Denton high school, noting rising enrollment and county wealth while taxes remain modest. It cites 1888 and 1898 levies, student counts, and per-child costs, urging taxpayers to support a new high school building to sustain progress and attract residents. It defends schooling as a countywide priority and links strong schools to growth and opportunity.

Caroline County Picayune Denton

Witnesses on trusts warn of massive job losses

P. E. Dowe of the Commercial Travellers National League testified before the Industrial Commission detailing dire consequences of trusts. He cited 30,000 drummers laid off and 25,000 remaining workers earning less, a $60,000,000 salary loss, $21,000,000 to railroads, and $28,000,000 to hotels, underscoring deep economic harm. He presented figures challenging claims about trust impacts.

Industrial Commission P. E. Dowe Commercial Traveler National League Down

In Memory of Edith Payne Fourteen-Year-Old Sainted Child

A June 1899 death obituary for Edith Payne shows a dedicated family note. The piece highlights her faith, short life, and funeral conducted by Rev. Harry Taylor, describing her as a cheerful Christian who prepared for death and now rests in heavenly peace with Jesus. The article frames the loss as a test of faith and a hopeful reunion in the afterlife.

Death W. F. Payne Edith Jesus Harry Taylor Earth Heaven Kingdom of Heaven

Wanamaker's Summer Bargains Drive Out-of-Town Shoppers

Philadelphia store Wanamaker's promotes summer bargains as manufacturers rush to clear fall work and importers sell at a loss on small lots. The piece argues that steady losses are not sustainable and highlights favorable trade winds for buyers.

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