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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1900
Page
2
A Denton Journal editorial urges a uniform shooting season across counties, favoring rabbits squirrels partridges and marsh game with Delaware and Queen Annes counties. It warns against evasive trusts and pending legislation, urging sportsmen to await the November election for change.
Government plans large scale improvements at Annapolis with a Naval Affairs Committee approved funding. A half million dollars this year funds cadet quarters costing about 2.5 million, plus a marine engineering building and a general storehouse. Total authorizations reach about 3.22 million including piling and foundations.
The chief reasons for trusts are hollow claims of economy and public good. The true aim is enriching promoters, using public benefit as a cloak. Price cuts rarely benefit the people. improved methods aid the trust, not consumers, while foreigners gain from lower domestic prices.
The piece notes public focus shifting from the English Boer War to the Philippines with 70 000 soldiers and Admiral Watson fleet. It cites upcoming war policy debates, potential public rejection, and costs. It highlights Eastern Shore factory visits, Middletown Heinz linseed, Denton shipping potential, and Burlington New Jersey debt free status. Cronje’s surrender at Paardeberg marks Boer setbacks. Tariff debates on Porto Rico echo protectionist aims, and the Eastern Shore fish commission deputy appointment is reported. Baltimore city tax rate noted.
Two road construction bills were introduced to fund model roads in each county with a $50,000 annual appropriation. A public road commission bill shifts powers from the Geological Survey to a three member panel with salaries set at $1,500. Amendments tighten Sabbath restrictions on alcohol sales and Sunday labor with carve outs for newspapers, transportation, and essential services. Other measures include employer liability reform, ineligibility for office after service, bribery punishment for givers, and gas pricing for Baltimore residents.
A mixed national and local digest reports Senator Butler predicting fusion would fail while Bryan attracts Democrats Populists and silver Republicans. House Democrats push steel prices regulation. Indianapolis sets a September 5 convention date for a Democratic Clubs association and a leadership shakeup follows. Local items include Chestertown remarks by Judge Bussum and snippets from Denton St. Mary's Beacon and Baltimore American on politics and daily life.
Mrs Celia W Raughley widow of William B Raughley of Delaware and daughter of Thomas Beachamp of this county died February 16 1900 at her son Williams home in Cramer Hill New Jersey of paralysis She left two children Mrs Koama McNiney and William YT Raughley both of Cramer Hill and several brothers and sisters She was 67 years 5 months 8 days old The obituary notes family details and local notices follow including references to Chamberlains Cough Remedy and local merchants and events of nearby towns
Crepe de Chine silk dresses and blouses in all silk, now available at Wanamaker's in fresh colors including black. Ideal for women seeking elegant evening and dinner wear with a versatile wardrobe staple.
The ad touts silk gowns in satin crepe de chine and crepe meteor, with shades from pink to navy, priced 1.25 to 4 dollars. It also promotes fast black cambric, moire batiste in nineteen shades, and twill sheets that resemble linen, plus durable linen collars and cuffs for hotel wear. John Wanamaker.
In the spring display shoppers find light woolen fabrics like Piques Percales and India Linen with linings in Near Silk. Silk waists showcase neat figures while prices run from 30c to 1. Silk waists and ready-made shirts are featured along with a 50 cent corset. A large supply of ladies’ handkerchiefs belts and other accessories are also on view.
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