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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1928
Page
4
Two men discuss overbearing state laws and the need to repeal useless statutes while enforcing core property and crime laws. The piece criticizes excessive regulation, cites speed limits and gun ownership, and argues government should stay out of private printing and business to preserve American enterprise and government.
A discussion contrasts radio and newspapers, noting newspapers preserve records in black and white while radio offers instant global transmission. Marconi praises the newspaper’s enduring authority in shaping public opinion, while acknowledging radio’s speed and musical programming.
An official Department of Agriculture bulletin on the 1926 27 farm real estate survey shows a nationwide 4 percent drop in land values, with 10 percent in parts of the Corn and Cotton belts. Since 1920, farm land values plunged about 30 percent, totaling roughly 18.9 billion dollars, while taxes rose sharply and 171000 farms were sold under force or executors.
The countrywide campaign runs through March with Maryland participating to foster a broader understanding of the importance of tuberculosis care and treatment as advised by physicians. The effort emphasizes doctor guidance in patient care and public health education.
Health officials urge early TB detection to save young lives and preserve national potential. Maryland clinics and the Maryland Tuberculosis Association report 3132 examined with 1158 disease cases, over half in early stage. The piece also covers a county PTA meeting in Denton about school failures due to health and home factors and advocating home support for learning.
The County P T A held a public recitation contest on Friday February 24 showing strong reading from memorized poems. Annice Ebling won first with evident titled works and main idea, followed by Dorothy Poole and Betty Orrell among other participants from Federalsburg Ridgely Greensboro Preston and several local schools.
Mr and Mrs William Seward of Marcus Hook hosted guests over the weekend with Mr and Mrs Joseph Satterfield. Various local residents from Folsom Ridley Park Wilmington Linwood and Philadelphia visited or hosted relatives and friends in Marcus Hook and nearby towns during the weekend and week.
The community extends sympathy to Mr and Mrs John Kern and family on Mrs Kern's mother's death Mrs Headburg. Visitors include Miss Minnie Adams and Mr Winnie Graham of Wilmington with Blanche Adams family. Preaching at Bloomery Sunday at 3 with Sunday School at 2. Several Adams family members are noted visiting, entertaining, or improving, including C W Adams after a three week grip.
The Williston Community Club plans a Friday meeting at Mrs Gilbert Hignatt s home with on time attendance requested. Demonstrations will cover clothing cutting and fitting. Mrs Harry Cooper and her son Wendell visited Baltimore to see daughters Norma and Dell. Sympathy sent to the family of the late S P Shipman. Mrs O G Hignutt attended Mrs James Allen s funeral in Seaford Delaware. Mrs Mary Ringe and daughter Mae of Philadelphia visit their bungalow Tuckahoe. Mrs W D Uhler departs for Bedford Pennsylvania after a visit.
A tender simple melody by Frederick A. Earle evokes a child’s voice. The poem speaks of lilacs, blue May skies, and a garden that restore the soul and lift spirit, poise, and purpose. It links music to hope, color, and faith amid life’s rain clouds.
Rev D J Moore preached at Denton M E Church with Mrs Moore and Mrs Swann and daughter Ellen present. March 6 finance supper chaired by Beatrice Bower. Mrs Fred Flounders hosted Baltimore guest with a bridge party. Sunday sermons titled Jesus Passion For Souls and The Heavenly Escort. Fire department fought a tenant house blaze on I T Saulsbury farm. Rev J C Glessner to speak Jesus At Worship. Choir to sing The Dawn of Gods Dear Sabbath. Reformed Church Sewing Circle to bake sale March 3. Elizabeth Flounders 78th anniversary party. Julia Carter home from Philadelphia. Minstrel Show postponed to April 9–11. Ella Pearsaul visiting from Laurel. Mr Watson Booker back from Florida. Mrs Booker lingering. Mrs Harold Fountain visiting Emma Jackson. Bridgetown Ladies Aid supper March 3. Mrs I T Saulsbury visiting Stratford Pa. Orphans Court met Feb 28 with Judges West Harper Shawn. Executors Causey and Dukes. inventories, appraisements, sales ordered. Admin letters granted to Harry M Hollis. James W Stubbs will probate set for March 6 at 2 pm.
Beginning Monday March 6 a week long display of Del Mar Va Peninsula literature and maps prepared by the Del Mar Va Eastern Shore Association and local communities will be shown in a window at Baltimore Street and Guilford Avenue. About thirty six pieces will be available by writing the association or chambers of commerce. The exhibit, arranged at no cost beyond preparation, is hosted by the Baltimore News and American and aims to attract Peninsula visitors to comment on future displays in other cities.
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