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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1929
Page
4
Notice list shows Benjamin E F Johanson serving as Vice-President and Secretary in Battersd at the Postoffice Staptate Md as second class mail matter. Published Saturday morning June 29, 1929.
An editorial urges Americans to celebrate Independence Day with pride and family unity. It recalls the 1776 signers, from Franklin to Rutledge, and calls for public demonstrations, music, and reflective action on rights. It stresses patriotism, responsibility, and honoring those who secured Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.
Preparatory disarmament talks hint at a smaller conference of five great naval powers to discuss Gibson's naval limitation proposals. Japan accepts US proposals, while England and the US push for armament reduction. President Hoover at Arlington emphasizes the Kellogg Pact and calls for action to turn ideals into peaceful adjustments and real reductions.
An interview quotes a public figure denying the want or need for liquor in various roles from clerks to engineers and drivers. He says he discharges drinkers, avoids serving customers who drink, and doubts anyone should drink, suggesting the nation might be better off without it.
Opinion piece on liberty cooperation and civic duty urging each citizen to find a role in community service. It argues organized effort requires united finance and action across religion politics education government and social ties. Cooperation is presented as a practical business sustaining community welfare.
A business man and a clergyman debate Prohibition in a candid exchange. The layman asserts Prohibition is a failure and America should become wet again, while the clergyman questions who would drink the liquor. The teetotaler answers that he and his son would not drink it.
Representative Burns criticizes the Hoover special session for passing a farm bill that increases debt and costs. He cites Borah on the session’s aim to aid agriculture and condemns the tariff bill for raising living expenses. The Corn Belt Federation likewise denounces the measures as failing to aid farmers.
The Corn Belt Committee denounces the House tariff revision as the most indefensible measure, charging it favors selfish interests at farmers' expense and would impose hundreds of millions in new costs on consumers, including farmers. Epoch days in late May and early June 1929 tied to Hoover remarks, naval cost warnings, and calls for armament reductions amid British Labor gains. Volunteer fire companies promote carnivals to fund necessary safety improvements, urging broad local support.
The essay argues that merchants must advertise to describe merits and attract customers. It stresses truthful, targeted ads, consistent margins, and courteous service to build trust. It cites mail order houses using vivid word pictures and illustrated displays to compel consumer action and guide indecisive shoppers.
A mixed 25-year retrospective notes Wheat prices at 1.02 to 1.08, local sales of a yacht, Moonlight excursions aboard the Queen Caroline, and several local property moves on the Denton Hillsboro road. Obituary for Samuel W. Walls, 360 pounds, and multiple marriages in Ridgely and Matthews Talbot with details on dress and attendants. A destructive hailstorm near Bridgetown damages crops including a large wheat field belonging to George Cherry. Hillsboro elects town commissioners with ensuing organization. Local social events include three weddings near Ridgely and Tuckahoe Neck with ceremony details and reception notes. Various visits and meetings reported from Easton, Waverly, and Baltimore. address by Dr Wyatt on July 1 for the Anti-Saloon League in Denton.
Caroline County Extension reveals plans for a large cattle show and the Dairymen's Picnic set for Thursday August 1 near Denton Ridgely or central county. The full day includes a judging contest at 10 for 4 H members and adults, a picnic lunch, then cattle show and athletic events in the afternoon. Club Week for 4H members runs August 8–13 at University of Maryland College Park with bus transport from Denton and trips to the National Capitol and USDA.
A fragmented diary notes daily mischief and neighbors. Friday mentions Nina Glant as a kokette engaged to three men and two college students. Saturday references a bridge party, concerns about chicken salad, and reoccurring stomach issues. Sunday shows Emmy pondering learning and a mistaken belief about a newspaper section. Monday recalls a teacher asking expressions and a joke about Christopher Columbus. Tuesday describes flirtation and a girl’s evasive attitude. Wednesday depicts Ma eating peas and a dangerous habit. Thursday reports a jury trial where the verdict was not reached and jokes about lawyers’ influence on juries.
Thirty-eight women attend the College Park short course with demonstrations in grooming curting and garments fitting. A tea, tours of Capitol buildings, and a White House visit accompany a day of food demonstrations recreation and graduation where thirty-eight certificates are awarded. County tallies and attendance are listed, noting diverse participation across Maryland counties.
Templeville reports weekend visits from Charles Muske and Stephen Oscarson of Philadelphia to Mrs Annie Muske. Sunday services include Sunday School at 10 a m and preaching at 11 a m by Rev F W Ensley. Nell D Knotts of Surlock visits her parents Mr and Mrs Herbert Knotts. William Morgan and family of Newark Del visits Mr and Mrs Frank Raughley. Mrs William H Kinnamon visits sister Mollie Diggans at Queen Anne. Cooper Davis visits his grandparents George and Mrs Davis at Kenton Del. Joseph Gibson of Goldsboro visits Mrs Kate Knotts. Ella Bowen of Sadlersville visits Mrs Herbert Knotts.
Dr. R. H. Riley warns Fourth of July celebrations can lead to tetanus from blank cartridge explosives. He cites past deaths in Baltimore and urges safe activities, prompt wound care, and tetanus antitoxin. The state health department provides free tetanus antitoxin in counties, with larger doses at cost.
A. W. Weisel notes May declines gave way to June gains with some averages hitting record highs. While many stocks rose, others recovered only modestly from six months of losses. Car production remains strong but auto stocks lag. fertilizer price cuts hurt that sector. Strong performers include food containers, electric equipment, utilities, rails, foods, and certain chemicals. Easier credit and lower loan rates, plus higher activity in car loadings steel production and retail sales, support a brighter outlook and a gentler second half. International factors like Germany’s reparations settlement may boost world trade and, with an international bank, possibly spark a price inflation and higher living standards akin to early Federal Reserve effects.
In loving memory of my sister Mrs Sarah Wilkins who died at her home on Goldsboro Street Easton Md on June 12 1929. By her brother G Lacy Butler Denton Md. Also remembrance of Elsie Craft Plummer who left us December 26 1928. Sister Anna Rice.
Mrs. Blanche Adams Mrs. Glen Bullock and Miss Mary Lockerman came back from College Park Saturday night after a week at the Rural Women's Short Course. They plan reports at the July club meeting and may demonstrate new skills. 4-H delegates Bernice Adams Warriett Seely Alice Hastings are this week in Newark Delaware. Other locals visited Rehoboth and Wilmington relatives. Sunday school at Bloomery opens at 10.
Burrsville M E Charge lists Sunday activities with Wesley Sunday School at 10, preaching at 11 under The Lifted Jesus, White’s at 2 and 3, Hieckman Children’s Day at 8. Pauline Hopkins returns from College Park as Woman’s Unity Club representative. Local clergy and friends hosted and visited, with Ada Hopkins visiting Mrs Howard Hopkins.
Rev A W Betts of Grove Circuit will hold services at 9 30 each Sunday morning at the church. Plans to reorganize the Sunday School are announced with an invitation to help make it engaging for children. Mrs Helen Messick and son William of Havre de Grace visited her parents Mr and Mrs W R Thomas, joined by Mr and Mrs Carl Warner of Trappe. Miss Marie Quillen enjoyed a trip to College Park and hopes to go again next year. A resident reports two Japanese beetles on a dahlia bloom in a garden. Mr H C Todd has improved his home by installing a bath.
Wilmington visitors Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Maloney with children Billie Ruth Anna and Mary Emily called on Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Hignutt. Denton guests Elizabeth and Willard Knotts stay with grandparents Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Todd. Calls were also made on Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Gelletty by Mr. and Mrs. Reinhold and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Cooper. Oak Orchard Sunday guests included Mr. S. E. Hignutt and children Frances and Mary Louise with Mr. Clarence Rice Jr. Baltimore resident Mrs. M. G. Freyer visits Mrs. W. D. Uhler.
Evangelist Catherine L Morrow and party under Aimee Semple McPherson will conduct nightly gospel revival at Music Hall Easton MD each July. Official workers from Angelus Temple promise old time power and blessing. All Christians welcome bring sick incurable friends subscriptions mentioned.
Joan Crawford stars as heroine in The Duke Steps Out with Karl Dane. The MGM production directed by James Cruze presents a college romance and prize ring tale with a sensational fight scene. Cast includes Dane Tenen Holtz Nugent and others. Jack Roper appears as Maines' opponent in a realistic fist encounter.
A Denton resident praises Hera Tonic from Caroline Pharmacy after relief from gas bloating sour stomach heartburn and pain. The testimonial notes better digestion after six days and offers a money back refund if unsatisfied with Dr. Evansʼ explanation of the medicine for stomach and bowels.
A historical maxim notes a sharp contrast between true courage and a mere contempt for life. It attributes the line to the Roman statesman and philosopher Cato the Elder, highlighting a moral distinction valued in classical thought.
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