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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1929
Page
7
A woodpecker recalls earning the title gallant after helping by brushing snow off suet and bread crumbs for birds. He explains the word’s meaning as courteous behavior and old fashioned gentlemanliness. Other birds echo admiration for the act and the term.
Can and WHI form a curious line of kinship with energy and pluck. They are joined by Can't and Won't as cousins, always out of work, with Can't the son of Never Try and Won't the son of Shirk.
A child asks why the father won’t assist with chores at night and the boy Johnny replies that he has heard it so often he rarely counts on help at home.
Page boys in the senate earn 3.30 dollars per day during sessions. Their hours align with senate sessions but require reporting earlier. They serve as messengers and must attend school 16 hours weekly under District of Columbia law, with some attending night classes or morning instruction at a crp tol.
The article notes that twice as many married women in the United States are employed now as compared with 88 years ago, highlighting a significant shift in workforce participation among married women.
Poem praising national liberty and sacred protection. Lines exalt freedom across mountains seas and woods with reverent references to God and the founding legacy. A patriotic piece celebrating liberty, unity, and divine blessing for the nation.
The text presents a distorted version of the United States Declaration of Independence with archaic phrasing and several corrupted words. It asserts the colonies’ separation from Britain, proclaiming independent state status and powers to wage war, make peace, form alliances, and engage in commerce. It ends with a pledge of lives fortunes and honor under Divine Providence.
In the Tulpehocken valley a 25 acre park is dedicated as a memorial to Conrad Weiser. Washington praised his service to the Colonies. Born 1696 in Germany, Weiser left persecution in 1710 and settled with Palatines in New York. His diplomacy during the French and Indian wars kept the Iroquois allied with the Colonies.
Irvin Tiess owner invites auction of home and garage on State Road Denton near town limits. Real estate includes Lot 1 2 3 4 5 and a 95.7 ft frontage lot with a concrete block garage plus modern features. Personal property to be sold day of sale includes garage tools, a Chrysler motor 1925 model, and several cars. Sale Saturday June 29 1929 at 1 pm with staged payments and cash options. Immediate possession of all property except the dwelling. dwelling possession August 1st. Auctioneer James Temple. Clerk Ormond L Andrew.
Puzzle fragment lists coded terms with numbers 13 2 49 10 shed 193 14 19 faction 8 48 31 49 11 21 25 a gift 38 39 40 41 42. The readable bits suggest a cryptic word-puzzle item referencing a shed, a faction, and a gift.
Dr Castings of the University of Arkansas cites a 1777 Continental Congress flag design bill by Francis Hopkinson. Betsy Ross’s claim is challenged as Hopkinson’s design and payment dispute surface in Library of Congress papers. A board said the public is entitled to those small honors given by gentlemen with salaries under Congress.
A compact quotation from Abraham Lincoln reflects on human disappointment and moral steadiness. The line emphasizes restraint and empathy in response to another's setback, aligning with Lincoln's reputational ethic.
This notice states that Wesley Edward Walls and Fred R Owens were granted letters of administration c t a on the personal estate of George W Walls of Caroline county Maryland. Creditors must present claims with vouchers by January 6 1930 to be eligible for share of the estate. Debtors must settle promptly. Date June 18 1929.
Frigidaire promotes mechanical refrigeration with a three month trial and refund guarantee. If the buyer is not convinced it is the best home investment, Frigidaire will refund every dollar and remove the appliance. Prices start at 195.00 dollars, offered by M. K. Newnam.
The tract tied to Zora Jones and Elisha F. Todd deeds to John Kent, dated May 4 1886 and Feb 8 1904, is recorded in Caroline county land records. Includes two story dwelling, barn, granary and more on Federalsburg to Nichols road near churches and schools. One third cash with balance by Jan 1 1930 or all cash. deferred payments bear interest. Assignee Fred R Owens for Collection. Leonard F Covey, Auctioneer.
An indexed catalog of canned and fresh produce across vegetables, fruits, seafood, meats, dairy, and ready made entrees. It lists items such as artichokes, beans, beets, cabbages, carrots, corn, olives, onions, peaches, pears, pineapples, plums, prunes, raspberries, grapes, and many more. It includes specific fish and shellfish entries, meats, soups, and a few prepared dishes, with contact details for a market at 409 Market St in Denton Maryland and addresses in Elkton and Baltimore.
Start now during National Home Sewing Week to craft stylish sports clothes for warm days. Create a girlish checked cotton frock and a chic sleeveless backless tennis frock in sunburnt fabrics. First pattern 4748 sizes 6 to 14 85 cents. second pattern 4757 sizes 14 to 48 45 cents.
Attorney named in mortgage offers at public sale at 10 a m on the Kreiger farm near Preston Maryland on the west side of the Preston Easton road. The moveable property includes two pairs of mules Dave and Beck a black mare Pearl a Jersey cow and several Jerseys and heifers a Thomas drill clod roller Acme harrow plows cultivator farm wagon grass mower harness and small tools. Terms require cash for sums 10 or under and a four month note with approved security for larger amounts. Removal prohibited until terms are met.
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