Fireworks danger prompts call for statewide law
The Maryland Society for the Prevention of Blindness presses for statewide fireworks regulation citing 295 injuries in July and 217 children under 15 among them. City bans fail as many cross into restricted areas, with eye injuries and increasing harm. The Sun urges action from Maryland authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maryland Society For the Prevention
Maryland Assembly
Baltimore
Baltimore City
Clark S. Hobbs
Maryland Society For the Prevention of
Mary Jandera
the Sun
Economic Hype and Geopolitics Signal Rising Tensions
The piece cites Leland Stowe and Sir Philip Gibbs warning that democracy wanes in Europe as dictatorships rise across 12 countries. It notes a renewed armament race, mobilization on multiple frontiers, and a fragile calm after the German Czech border scare. It highlights Hitler’s cautious stance, Mussolini’s fence-sitting, and Goebbels guided German press pushing Czechoslovakia toward concessions or war, signaling fragile stability before a possible broad conflict.
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Leland Stowe
New York Herald Tribune
Europe
Philip Gibbs
Czechoslovakia
Hitler
Sudeten
Italy
Mussolini
Reich
Paul Goebbels
der Vaterland
Eiither
Germany
Britain Faces Pressure as Hitler Weighs Invasion
The piece argues Hitler may invade while England holds the key, blaming English conciliation for emboldening the dictators. It notes Chamberlain fears provoking Rome Berlin and cites Eden’s bold opposition, by election trends, and a possible government shift toward Eden or Churchill to deter the Axis and safeguard Czechoslovakia and France.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hitler
England
Germany
Italy
Mussolini
France
Europe
Spain
Chamberlain
Isles
Eden
Commons
Churchill
Czechoslovakia
Between War and Peace by F B E analysis
The author argues against halting confrontation by risking world war. He asserts many people oppose personally fighting yet insist on action, urges democracies to lead for global justice, and cites Czech and Chinese cases, disarmament limits, and imperial bombings to warn that avoidance of conflict must be paired with constructive leadership.
Delaware's Tercentenary: Sweden's New Sweden on the Delaware
A three hundred year commemoration of New Sweden culminates as the Kungsholm sails to Wilmington with Crown Prince Gustav Adolf and 800 tourists. The voyage traces Kalmar Nyckel and Fogel Grip and includes a ceremony where a Karl Milles granite monument will be presented to President Roosevelt. The piece recounts Swedish first settlements, Dutch and English changes, and the enduring church and civic structures from 1699 to 1700.
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New Sweden
Delaware River
Delaware Capes
Wilmington
Gothenburg
Kalmar Nyckel
Fogel Grip
New World
Sweden
Gustav Adolf
Louise
Prince Bertil
Royal New Sweden Commission
Cragy
President Roosevelt
Finland
Delaware Valley
Carl Milles
Roosevelt
United States
Pennsylvania
Earle
Frank W. Melvin
Pennsylvania Historical Society
Delaware
Peter Mincit
Manhattan Island
Johan Printz
William Penn
Penn
New Castle
Atlantic
Christinehamn
Philadelphia
Kungsholm
Gustav V
Clean Up Rural Box Week Declared by Postal Dept
The Department designates the week of August 1 as Clean Up Rural Box Week to fix unserviceable and unsightly rural mail boxes. Postmasters must inform patrons and rural carriers to cooperate and report results to improve box erection, neat stenciling, and tidy appearance on highways.
Only One Country Pays on US Debt Notice
The U S government sent notices to all debtor nations that a regular installment of 1.891 billion dollars is due June 15. Finland said it would pay 161 thousand dollars it owes, while other debtors are not likely to pay. The piece notes that future borrowing by countries would be harder as lenders assess repayment history, especially for war funding.
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U. S
United States Treasury
Finland
Faith Still Possible in a Fragmented World
Walter Lippmann argues in the Summer Yale Review that after twenty years since the armistice, peace remains possible. Despite disillusionment and feared wars, humanity possesses a vital energy to civilize, and ideas can be revised to find true means of peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Lippmann
Yale Review
Stamping Out the Fire Bug Arson Decline and 1937 Increase
The National Board of Fire Underwriters notes progress against arson from 1932 to 1936 with a steady decline in arrests and convictions. In 1937 arrests rose 6 percent, convictions up over 21 percent, and the conviction to acquittal ratio improved to 80 percent, signaling strong prosecution. The piece emphasizes deterred criminals and the danger arson poses to the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Board of Fire Underwriters
America
Liberty and the Bible Fourth century of open Bible 1538
The English Bible’s ready accessibility spurred both literature and religion. Tyndale’s early prose translation proved English could form literature and the Bible became the parent of subsequent English literature. The Bible’s public display in churches established religious freedom, a cornerstone of Protestantism, celebrated in this fourth century anniversary for lovers of liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tyndale
England
Politics as a national pastime and the 1938 elections
The piece argues politics dominates public life like golf among politicians with most congress members playing the game for weeks. It predicts the 1938 elections will offer voters fresh ideas and emphasizes the need for voters to assess candidates’ fitness rather than following party lines. It laments the overbearing political influence in Washington and calls for testing leaders’ true character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Senate
Washington
LaFollette
King Gustaf Keeps Popular Crown Across Eightieth Birthday
Observers note King Gustaf appears spirited and inspiring during Sweden's eightieth anniversary celebrations in Stockholm. The monarch, praised for merging socialism with national needs, is hailed worldwide as a democrat and beloved ruler, more than a traditional king.
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Gustaf
Lour
Sweden
Stockholm
Paris
Mr. G
Christian Science Monitor
Why Commit Death by Own Action in Times of Stress
In periods of global tension many choose suicide. Com mon Sense notes some would view it as a rational option, while America must resist fear and preserve reason. The piece contrasts the panic of intelligent minds with the confident march of fascists and communists, urging belief in unfettered mind and destiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Sense Magazine
Spain
China
America
Lancelot Hogben
Sensible clothing and habits for heat relief
Advice on beating heat with light clothing and color, reduced labor during high humidity, frequent cooling showers, and a tropical siesta. Diet shifts to fruits vegetables milk and water, with added salt for heavy perspiration. Limit alcohol and caffeine, rest often, monitor for heat exhaustion and seek help if symptoms appear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tropics
The Flattering Machine
Odell Shepard argues in the Summer Yale Review that true science stays humble while pseudo science feels confident. He warns that clever machines flatter the modern mind and empower fools, masking human weakness and incompetence as if they ruled nature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odell Shepard
Yale Review
A Case Study of Gambling in California
A Los Angeles County finding shows five times as much money gambled at the race track in two months as is doled out for relief in eight months. Desmond’s survey highlights social and economic damage from pari mutuel gambling, noting state legislatures have compromised public morals and welfare and must correct the situation.
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Los Angeles
California
Robert W. Desmond
The Modern Power on Diesel Trains Across America
Early transport relied on rivers and horses then steam railroads. Now Diesel engines power 23 railroads with 5,400 horsepower locomotives built by General Motors. Trains run at 100 miles per hour offering private rooms electric heat telephones and modern sleeping facilities.
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America
General Motors
la Grange
Illinois
Is Kennedy a Miracle Man
Joseph P Kennedy came to Washington to head the Security Exchange Commission and in a short time it was announced that his job was completed. So he left it and the Commission hasn't been running well since. He headed the Maritime Commission and worked out a careful program that was submitted to Congress. The American Merchant Marine hasn't improved since Mr. Kennedy went away. Now comes the cheerful news that Ambassador Kennedy is hopeful that he may induce Great Britain to pay her war debt to the United States, and that he will resign and come home. This may be just another international business yarn. Anyhow, that's all right Joe, but you'd better stay on the job this time until payments start coming in.
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Joseph P. Kennedy
Washington
Security Exchange Commission
Commission
Maritime Commission
Congress
Kennedy
Ambassador Kennedy
Great Britain
United States
Joe
Contempt for Home Town
The piece argues that disparaging one’s own town harms progress. It stresses pride in local life to motivate improvement and urges residents to work toward higher standards rather than dwelling on faults.
Times Are Hard for Certain Troubesome Service Providers
In periods of general prosperity some people complain that times are hard. Others remain prosperous as their services stay in demand. They achieve this through superior service and better work, maintaining work or sales except in rare misfortune.
Smithson families host visits and church services
Mr. and Mrs Henry Burrows and daughter visited Perry Wednesday. Children's Day Services set for Sunday evening June 26 at Smithson Church. Various visits from Baltimore Wilmington Preston and Salisbury noted among local families including Tofts Willoughbys and Quidas with relatives and friends in town.
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Henry Burrows
Charlie Perry
Smithson Church
Harry Montague
Gladys Therioff
Merrill Rhodes
Williams
Clark
Baltimore
James Toft
J. Toft
Melvin Willoughby
Tanyard
Fred Quidas
Ralph McMahan
Preston
T. Ferrins
Hayward Ferrins
Wilmington
Charles Perry
Miss May Willoughby
Salisbury
Ridgely Social News Highlights Guests and Visitors
Miss Hilda Baker of Easton was weekend guest of Mrs. Jas. Wilson. Mrs. Jessie Ruggles arrived in Ridgely for the summer. Mr. Olin Porter made a business trip to Washington on Tuesday. Mrs. Elmer Hoffman visited Baltimore on Wednesday. Mr. Sam Thomas was a Philadelphia visitor on Friday.
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Hilda Baker
Easton
Jas. Wilson
Jessie Ruggles
Ridgely
Olin Porter
Washington
Elmer Hoffman
Baltimore
Sam Thomas
Philadelphia
In Memoriam for Albert F Hignutt One Year On
In loving memory of my dear husband Albert F Hignutt who passed away June 19 1937. Gone but not forgotten. Rest on dear husband thy work is over. Your willing hands will toil no more. A faithful husband true and kind. Sadly missed by wife and children.
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Albert F. Hignutt
Fear of the Lord Prolongs Life, Says Provic 10 27
The motto reflects that reverence for divine guidance is linked to longer days, citing the biblical verse Proverbs 10 27. It frames piety as a factor influencing lifespan in religious thought.
Spiritual Progress Quote by Mary Baker Eddy
A compact quotation from Mary Baker Eddy asserts that every step of progress deepens spiritual understanding, framing growth as a continual ascent in faith and practice. This brief line emphasizes inner development as essential to personal evolution and moral clarity.
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Mary Baker Eddy
Wall repairs at Brick Hotel and local news from Caroline county
A wall section of the Brick Hotel near collapse has been removed and rebuilt with new bricks. The year’s wheat crop in Caroline county is decent but not heavy, with strawberries and peas performing poorly. Notable obituaries, weddings, and social visits fill the town pages, including Mrs. Jane Holland Townsend Quigg’s death and forthcoming nuptials of Mildred Lee and L Philip Skinner. A runaway accident injures Mr. Culp and Mr. Draper recovers. a large Caroline High School manual training exhibit impresses patrons.
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Caroline County
Jane Holland Townsend Quigg
John B. Quigg
Howard Quigg
Ridgely
Lemuel E. Quigg
New York
Washington
Peninsula
John Barleycorn
Caroline
Bertha Blades
Winston-Salem
N. C
Asheville
Weaverville
Hendersonville
Raleigh
Wake Forest
J. T. Blades
Joseph O. Wright
Mildred Lee
L. Philip Skinner
Christ Church
Cambridge
George M. Christie
Helen
Walter Thompson
Baltimore
Everett Pepper
Tuckahoe Neck
Alan Temple
Harry Temple
Collingswood
N. J
Howard P. Jones
Linwood Jones
Catherine
Howard J. Jones
Thomas E. Harrington
Allie Hanna
Muncie
Indiana
White Hall
Ocean City
New Jersey
Roberta Everngain
Dorothy Sisk
Preston
Frances
Alice Tubbs
Denton
Frances A. Johnson
Lizzie Fleming
Frances Johnson
Milford
James H. Thawley
Carrie Thawley
West Chester Normal School
Anna Ottinger
Philadelphia
Mount Holly
C. H. Dunning
C. P. Dunning
Aaron Culp
Kansas
E. H . Zeigler
George Fletcher Draper
Greensboro
Greensboro, Figured In An Exciting Runaway Tuesday. Mr. Fletcher
Bee Tree School
Mr. Draper
J. P. Pepper
Draper
Caroline High School
J. Kingsley Mercer
Wesley Thawley
Benjamin F. Johnson
Summer school at Johns Hopkins. teacher appointments listed
Instructor F. C. Brown will attend Johns Hopkins University summer school starting July to prepare for next year. Recent school appointments include principals Edith Dill, Nettie Horsey, Ira H. Samis, and assistants across Moore’s, Saulsbury’s, Nabb’s, Furman’s, Concord, Denton Primary, Greensboro, Hillsboro, Central, Ridgely Primary, Federalsburg, Goldsboro, Oakland, Boonsboro, and Long’s schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lester Kauffman
Bonwill Dukes
Henry Hollingsworth
George Shawn
Bradford Shawn
Tabouret
Roland Miller
Carroll Welch
Harry Jopp
Tabourer
Roland Reed
F. C. Brown
Johns Hopkins University
Moore’s
Edith Dill
Mary Garey
Saulsbury
Louise Fleetwood
Nabb’s
Leonora Jefferson
Furman’s
Sadie Allen
Smithson
Nettie Horsey
Concord
Nellie Dunning
Henderson
Ira H. Samis
Denton
Muriel Ramsdell
Greensboro
Grace Greenlee
Elise Ree
Hillsboro
Mary S. Cooper
Mabel Knotts
Central
S. E. Parsons
Howard's
Ethel M. Paisley
Ridgely
Sallie M. Perry
Wilsie Smith
Federalsburg
Dora Noble
Goldsboro
Elsie Cleary
Oakland
Boonsboro
Long’s
Slats Diary by Oliver N Warren Sunday to Saturday
Slats records a week of everyday happenings with family frictions about church, school, and social events. He jokes about dieting, mentions Aunt Emmy, a new boy, flirtations with mischief, and small town misadventures. The diary notes a basketball loss and a later crowd cheering a decisive finish.
Administrator's Sale of Household and Kitchen Furniture
The undersigned by virtue of an order of the Orphans' Court for Caroline County Maryland will sell at public sale to the highest bidder on the premises where Annie Isabelle Downes resided at time of her death located on Franklin Street Denton between Third and Fourth Streets. The sale location and date follow as mandated by court order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orphans’ Court
Caroline County
State of Maryland
Annie Isabelle Downes
Franklin Street
Third and
Fourth Streets
Denton
Maryland
Household Goods Auction Notice in Downes Estate
On Monday July 11 1938 at ten o'clock a m the described property will be sold including beds bedding living room furniture lamps radio victrola bookcase dining room suit glassware linens rugs kitchen furniture Lorain range oil stove and numerous other articles. Terms cash. No removal until terms complied with. Frederick M Downes administrator James Temple auctioneer Fred R Owens attorney.
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Frederick M. Downes
James Temple
Fred R. Owens
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