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Newspaper

Denton Journal

Location

Denton, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Mar 05, 1938

Page

4

Fragmentary item on Seersi dental event in Md

A partial OCR reads Seersi at dental event on Saturday morning in March in Maryland in 1938. The readable text does not provide complete details of the occasion or participants.

National Used Car Week Sparks Industry Rally

National Used Car Exchange Week mobilizes dealers nationwide to liquidate winter stock and spark new car sales. Alvan Macaulay says many unsafe, worn cars can be replaced with modern, safer, more economical models on affordable terms to benefit buyers and revive the economy.

Alvan Macauley

Congress approves controversial farm bill amid criticism

Senator Arthur Vandenberg called the bill a conglomerate mess of language while George Norris warned it may not work. The 104 page measure melds voluntary and compulsory crop control with soil preservation aims, seeks national acreage allotments and marketing quotas, and faces court challenges over constitutionality. The bill passed the Senate 56 to 31 after brief floor debate, marking a tumultuous start to the second regular session amid broader legislative stalemate.

Arthur Vandenberg Capitol Hill Secretary of Agriculture House Senate Congress

Dissent in Congress and Europe Roils 1930s Politics

Majority leader Barkley faces rising revolts as White House policy remains hands off. Public support for New Deal doctrines remains in doubt ahead of November elections. In Europe Hitler proclaims expansion, Austria legalizes Nazi movement, while UK cabinet crisis grows as Eden resigns over peace at any price.

Jority Barkley White House Hitler England Germany Austria Kurt Schuschnigg Eden Haile Selassie Italy League Chamberlain

Advertising’s self policing and its limits

An editorial on advertising ethics notes an old joke about a minister and a foulmouthed golfer as a lesson in substance over style. It traces reforms from Printers Ink statute to Better Business Bureaus and advertising clubs teaching honesty and responsibility to curb abuses.

Rotarian Printers’ Ink United States Truth Associated Advertising Clubs of the World International Advertising Association National Better Business Commission Better Business Bureau

Peace on the Pacific as Japan backs U S friendship

Ten thousand Japanese citizens gathered in Tokyo for a government organized friendship meeting supporting closer ties with the United States in a peace pact effort. Speakers included influential figures who hailed a long-standing calm despite anti-Japanese boycotts.

Tokio Japan United States

Japanese pledge to deepen ties with United States

The assemblage vowed to deepen understanding and cordial relations between Japan and America to contribute to world peace and mankind. This appears to be the first step in a broader effort by Japan to improve relations, likely to receive a warm reception in the United States. Tokio mass meetings and future gatherings are expected to show the Japanese public’s friendliness, marking a milestone in international affairs.

Japan America United States

Re-Headlining News By F B B On World Peace Debate

A column argues the world needs a strong peace leader in the United States with President Roosevelt as the potential figure. It contrasts military budgets and diplomacy, notes Navy and State Department tensions, and cites church leaders opposing naval spending while urging peace.

Hepburn Washington State Department Navy Department Asia Germany Hitler England Robert Cecil Roosevelt Leahy Japan Italy Mr. Roosevelt United States Congress van Zeeland Federal Council of Churches Glaad

Trade Treaties Spark Constitutional Debate in Washington

The proposed British trade agreement triggers a major political clash as Senator Borah argues the treaties are unconstitutional since they are not ratified by the Senate like other treaties. The dispute centers on wage standards, noting Britain’s lower wages despite higher standards and comparing them with U S wages dating back to Lincoln era debates.

Washington Borah Senate British Empire United States England Great Britain Abraham Lincoln

Tariffs and Trade Debates Rise on Capitol Hill

The piece frames a tariff policy debate from the present administration, contrasting high protective duties with Hulls free trader stance. It notes industry opposition from New England boot and shoe, cotton, textiles, and farming groups to large cross border shipments and anticipates renewed tariff discussions and U S Britain trade talks with hearings to review differences.

United States State Hull Hull New England Canadian Capitol Hill

No Holiday for Death Reflects 1937 Accident Toll

The National Safety Council reports 1937 accidental deaths fell 4 percent due to the mild summer, while automobile deaths rose 4 percent to 39,700 and occupational deaths climbed 6 percent to 19,000. Total accidental deaths reached 106,000 with 9.4 million people injured, costing about 3.7 billion dollars, urging preventive action in 1938.

United States National Safety Council

Better Chicks Available Under New Improvement Plan

Maryland chick buyers gain access to National Poultry Improvement Plan stock as more states join, 7000000 breeding birds in 42 states, 23 Maryland hatcheries, 70000 birds under plan. New rules require state approval of hatchery ads, inspections, egg size standards, and careful flock selection for reliable hatching eggs.

Maryland Charles Williams University of Maryland Extension Service U. S. Department of Agriculture Williams

Leon Trice Birthday Party At Home Near Here

Leon Trice entertained few friends at his residence Friday evening for his birthday. Guests brought nice gifts and enjoyed refreshments late. Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Slocum and children visited Eldorado with the mother. Ernest Towers is ill at home nearby. wishing him a speedy recovery.

Leon Trice Leon Raymond Slocum Eldorado Ernest Towers

Good Food For Sound Thinkers Proverb and Eddy Quotes

A short devotional excerpt presents biblical and spiritual reflections. Proverbs 3 11 advises not despising chastening while Mary Baker Eddy notes thoughts unspoken are known to the divine Mind. The piece blends scripture with Christian Science insight.

Mary Baker Eddy

Journal Subscription Boosts County News Access

A local newspaper promotes subscriptions to the Journal offering broader county coverage. Readers are urged to sign up to receive all county news, features, and updates through the newspaper’s delivery and digital options.

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Community House painting set by Ladies Aid group

Members of the Ladies Aid expressed thanks for bake sale help that raised 26.43 dollars and appointed Mrs. F N Smith and Mrs. B B Allen to arrange painting of the Community House. Several local residents attended church and missionary meetings, with guest speakers from China.

Ladies Aid L. H. Thomas F. N. Smith B. B. Allen Ziba Adams Alice T. H. Towers M. P Federalsburg Hoace Williams China Wm. Murphy R. I. Walling B. B. Lawless J. L. Stevens Homemakers Clubs Denton H. H. Nuttle F. E. Davis Thomas Smith Louis Butler W. G. Holbrook Newark N. J C. E. Cornelius A. W. Parkhurst Fort Edward N. Y Wilson Smith Rt. H. Love Kenneth Ramsburg

Birth of January Ann McCarty in Easton Hospital

Congratulations go to Mr and Mrs Raymond McCarty Easton on the birth of a daughter Janice Ann February 24 in Easton Hospital. Various local visits and weekend gatherings noted including Merrill Rhodes Longwoods with Algie Willoughby, George McCarty Easton and families, and others visiting Cannons Del Preston area and Denton relatives. Mrs Walter McCarty listed as sick.

Raymond McCarty Easton Janice Ann Easton Hospital Merrill Rhodes Longwoods Algie Willoughby George McCarty W. S. McCarty Josephine Quidas Frances Rosebrook Charlie Perry Aileen Cannons Del Melvin Willoughby James Taft J. Worm Preston Bernard Frazier Williston Emma Reese Elmer Breeding and Sons Denton Walter McCarty

Houston 4-H Members Study Etiquette

Senior Cardinal 4-H Club members practiced introductions and conversation openings. Betty Walius was installed as president at James Saulsbury’s home, with officers named and plans for a dramatic contest and a state egg essay event. The program was supervised by Frances Coulbourne and C. E. McCauley, with next meeting slated for March 24.

Cardinal 4-H Club Betty Walius James Saulsbury Joe Parvins Lida Camper Johnson Coulbourne Jane Scott Betty Prettyman Florence Messick Jennie Kielbasa Mary Kamper Helen L. Comstock Frances Coulbourne C. E. McCauley

Turkey dinner hosts share spring like decor

SMITHVILLE Mrs. Walter Lyden hosted a Sunday turkey dinner with green candle and yellow crocus decorations. Guests included multiple Robinson, Lyden, Breeding, and Nichols families plus several Lyden nieces. Mrs. Walter Lyden of Federalsburg won a cash prize in a Watkins Liniment contest from Winona Minnesota, among nearly a million entries nationwide offering autos and cash prizes.

Walter Lyden Elmer Robinson Charlie Wright Charlie Lyden Dorsey Nichols Agnes Breeding Lydia Nichols Alice Robinson Evelyn Mary Louise Faye Shirley Lyden Dawson Hubbard Earl Breeding Walter Breeding Edward Lyden Federalsburg Maryland J. R. Watkins Company Winong Minnesota Watkins Liniment United States

Ridgely Couple Plans Move Between Greensboro and Goldsboro

Mr and Mrs Jos Roche and family who moved from Greensboro several years ago will relocate next week to a site midway between Greensboro and Goldsboro. The P T A meets Tuesday evening in the high school auditorium. Billy Jarrell of the University of Maryland spent the weekend at his Ridgely home. Mrs D Thompson Swing hosted the Ridgely Greensboro card club Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Irving Brown of Allentown Pa spent the weekend with local relatives.

Jos. Roche Greensboro Goldsboro P.T. A Billy Jarrell University of Maryland D. Thompson Swing Ridgely-Greensboro Irving Brown Allentown

Diary Fragments From A Curling Week Of Family Life

A Sunday through Saturday family diary records small domestic events. Notes on church going, a sick uncle, birthday mentions, a bank cashier’s escape, a lighthearted editor’s quips, and everyday school talks. The entries show humor, miscommunications, and family dynamics across days.

S. S Geo. Warshintens Jake Geo Jane Danies Elsy

Understanding the 1936 Revenue Act Earned Income Credit rules

The act sets a 4 percent normal tax on net income above credits, plus an earned income credit of 10 percent of earned net income up to allowed limits. Surtax starts above 4,000 with brackets at 4 and 6 thousand, then 6 and 8 thousand, plus escalating rates and a high maximum for very large incomes. An example shows tax computation for 8,500 earned income, highlighting how credits and brackets affect total tax. Taxpayers should read Form 1040 instructions for earned income credit and surtax details before filing.

Card of Thanks to Denton Fire Co for help

Card of Thanks from Elizabeth A. Stone and Family thanking the Denton Volunteer Fire Co for their response to a call for help on Monday morning.

Denton Volunteer Fire Co Elizabeth A. Stone

Bake Sale by Willing Workers Class of Denters M P

Bake sale by the Willing Workers Class of Denters M P is set for next Saturday March 12 in the room recently vacated by Thomas Photographers at corner Market and 3rd streets. Doors open at 9 a m.

Denters M. P Thomas Photographers Corner Market 3Rd Streets

Leapedera Price Cut For One Week At Burrsville Md

Re cleaned Lespedera offered at $1.25 per bushel as a special for one week. Farm and home supplies advertised by R. H. Stafford and Son of Burrsville Maryland.

R. H. Stafford and Son Burrsville

Twenty-Five Years Ago In Caroline and Talbot News

Twenty five years back wheat rose to 1.07 a bushel. F B Nuttles bought a piano player and Painter Beauchamp decorated the post office room. County agent Walter Rutter canvassed Caroline with an oil burner. Gasoline was expected to rise to 25c. Captain Charles Wright of Baltimore and Walter Wright of Chestertown planned remodeling the Brick Hotel. Ernest Downes reported a railroad and town near his Montana farm, with a local trustee and rising land values. A marriage linked Caroline and Talbot counties as Mrs Josephine Kemp wed John R Wright at age eighty one. Reverend Dr. Rood joined the couple. William D Uhler topped a civil service exam in Philadelphia with a $4,000 salary. Luther Frampton Jr underwent knee X-ray and leg amputation. Anton Burchard and family vacation at Old Point, Va. A birthday gathering honored Mr Davis. C E Collins traveled to Columbia and Greenville, S C with friends.

F. B. Nuttles Beauchamp Walter Rutter Caroline Charles W. Wright Baltimore Walter M. Wright Chcptank Ernest Downes Montana Downes Maryland Maryland, Was the First Trustee. Mr. Downes Talbot Republican Party Choptank Bambury Josephine Kemp John R. Wright Rood Methodist Episcopal Church South Trappe Caroline County Harry H. Kemp William D. Uhler Maryland State Roads Commission City of Philadelphia Uhler Luther Frampton, Jr Maryland University Hospital George Anton Burchard Old Point D. W. Davis Mr. Davis C. E. Collins Columbia Greenville South Carolina

Democrats Nomination Talks Stir Senate Prospects

Washington inauguration looms as Mrs. Josephine M. Downes visits. Prominent Democrats discussed for the Senate include George T. Redden Harvey L. Cooper Col Albert W. Sik and possibly Thomas L. Day.

Burrrsville Birthday Celebration and Local Notices

Mr C N Fountain received a surprise seventy first birthday party on Tuesday March 1 with family and friends present and cake and ice cream served. Christmas-like social calls include visits from Mr Crawford Garrett and Miss Lillian Wilson and an upcoming Wesley M E Church supper. Local residents Mr Frank Price and family visited, Mrs Clarence Voss sighted in Pocomoke City and Mr Henry Hurd visiting family. the new M P Church nears completion.

C. N. Fountain Harlan Blades Harry Murphy David Ellwanger Crawford Garrett Baltimore Lillian Wilson Houston Del Robert Stafford Wesley M. E. Church Frank Price Chester J. W. Price Clarence Voss Pocomoke City Henry Hurd Sykesville

Also Mentioned on This Page

KRG The Pacific William Shearer Mr. Shearer Naval Affairs Committee Hobbs Smithson 4-H Smithville Oliver N. Warren Josephine M. Downes Velma Trice J. Allen Reynolds Noble J. Walker George T. Redden Harvey L. Cooper Albert W. Sik Thomas L. Day Frank H. Wright Concord Virgil Flinch Anna Bowdle Mary Everagain Lillian Bowdle Iva Addie Williams Myra Wright Mary Liden Eva Wright Bessie Fountain Leroy Merriken Aberdeen Can Roland Seeders Walter Everngain Roland Dukes Arthur Wright Horace Robinson Walter Liden Harold Fountain Alvin Meredith Clarence Bowdle Janie Noble J. L Marie Noble Dr. Noble Messrs Duncan Lee D. T. Noble Taylor’s Island William and John Noble Dowdling John Payne Dr. Ready Inez Maude Noble Orem Brown William J. Brown Methodist Protestant Church Mount Pleasant Brown Ashland Ericsson New York R. H. Stafford & Son Burrsville, Maryland Poppetss
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