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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1900
Page
2
Denton Journal issue dated Saturday morning June 30 1900 edited and published by Elvin Steele and Johnson as editors and proprietors. Local notices and content reflect a early 20th century community newspaper in Denton.
The piece argues the Democratic Convention will name a Bryan running mate and publish a simple, strong platform. It predicts Republican fatigue with McKinley, urges national policy change, and ties Independence Day ideals to bold nominees who defend equal rights under law.
Senator Harris of Kansas argues prosperity in the West comes from good seasons hard work economy and self denial not Republican policy. He contends Congress favored trusts but failed to pass needed reforms such as an interstate commerce law anti trust measures and war tax reductions. He predicts the Bryan ticket will win Kansas and possibly other mid west states with the right Vice Presidential candidate. Virginia contemplates viva voce voting as a means to curb dishonest practices and favor open public ballots. A Washington correspondent notes Arthur P. Gorman as a likely vice presidential pick boosting Democratic chances in several states. Wellington attends an anti imperialist meeting and hints at opposing Republican candidates, favoring a less costly administration.
The piece notes a sharp Republican rivalry over platform wording, the first major national convention west of the Missouri River set for Kansas City on July 4 to renominate William J. Bryan, with dual conventions by Democrats and Lincoln Republicans. It also mentions various local items: a St. John’s prize day, women voting in school elections, oyster navy appointments, Maryland patronage, Denton and Hillsboro insurance payouts, Bryan and McKinley lithographs, Bryan’s Lincoln residence plans, and a planned armored cruiser named Maryland.
In a Philadelphia store during June 1908 shoppers see deep discounts on bicycles with a $40 wheel selling for $16 and accessories like Morrow Brake and Coaster. The ad also touts gas lamps and affordable men’s suits in serge and flannel, stressing care in handling serge and a money-back promise for incorrect suits.
Wanamaker's advertises clothing for men with fit guarantees, hosting a range of items from coats and trousers to suits, shirts, and neckties. Prices cited include coats $7.50 to $15, suits $12, shirts 25¢ to 60¢, and 50¢ neckties. notes quality and value, promising lasting wear and comfortable fit.
Public sale of undivided half interest of Margaret M Jones estate in multiple lots in Goldsborough on 1900 at 1 PM. Frontages range 60 99 66 feet with depths up to 260 feet plus a house lot with a two story frame dwelling. Terms: one fourth cash, balance 6 12 18 month credits with interest, title papers and stamps to purchasers. Also sale of the other undivided half interest by heirs of Sarah M Jones and Margaret M Jones on same terms. Auctioneers and attorneys listed.
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