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Newspaper

Denton Journal

Location

Denton, Maryland, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1932

Page

2

Britain to repay US loans months early

A Cincinnati Chronicle summary notes the British government plans to settle a $150,000,000 loan ahead of schedule after a wartime crisis, while credits extended at the time will be repaid by the due date. The piece links these moves to broader economic optimism, wage accords, cheaper goods, and a cautious yet active policy environment as Congress acts to balance the budget and expand credit through the Reconstruction Corporation.

United States Great Brittain Blanchard Randall Citizens Reconstruction Organization Henry Ford Congress Reconstruction Corporation Federal Reserve Bank Minnesota Treasury

Government issued certificates offer safer value for savings

The text argues that government issued certificates are as secure as bank notes, insuring against loss or destruction. Holders can receive face value plus interest after sixty days notice. It cautions that many will ignore the opportunity, but urges courageous, sensible people to invest and spend wisely now.

Attitudes Shape Life Even In a Snowbound Sparrow Lesson

In a snow storm a dozen sparrows shelter outside a window and sing, proving attitudes shape happiness. The piece urges choosing positive attitudes to gain friendships and resilience, noting inner control over reactions as the key to a better life. Even a sparrow can teach this idea.

James Pohlman Rotarain Magazine Prophet of Galilee Heaven Kingdom of Hell

Sousa the March King Dead. Era Ends for Patriot Music

John Philip Sousa, famed American composer and conductor, died last Saturday night ending a career that defined patriotic music. He led the United States Marine Band from 1880 to 1892 and formed his own renowned ensemble. Renowned worldwide, he authored marches like Washington Post and Stars and Stripes Forever and wrote other notable works. He was honored by England France and Belgium for his contributions to band music.

John Philip Sousa Sousa United States Marine Band Europe England France Belgium Washington Post

Literary Genius and Music Icon Honored Nationwide

A statement lauds a man as a literary genius and a leading figure in music, beloved by Americans for his inspirational activity and pleasing personality.

Lindbergh Kidnapping Sparks National Indignation

The two thousand kidnappings in two years are cited as the era’s record, with the Lindbergh baby’s March 11 abduction described as a spark to ignite public outrage. Washington Evening Star calls the crime a personal affront and a disgrace to the nation, urging action against crime’s authority.

Charles Augustus Lindbergh Ualeshey Washington Evening Star America

Eight Commandments for Parking

Maxwell N Halsey offers eight parking commandments to improve traffic safety and street usefulness. They prohibit parking near intersections, in double lines, at angles without sufficient width, or where it reduces two way traffic. Do not park opposite streetcar tracks or adjacent to schools, hills, or curves if visibility is impaired.

Maxwell N. Halsey National Bureau of Casualty and Surety Underwriters Innes

How to Obtain Better Farm Prices

Shirley W. Wynne, Commissioner of Health in New York City, urges dairy farmers to end unfair competition and organize cooperatives to gain better milk prices. He argues that cooperation among all farmers, reducing surplus use in markets, and boosting consumption will bring real prosperity.

Shirley W. Wynne New York City

Stores offer variety value and service in hometown ads

Advertisers promise variety quality and fair prices with courteous personal service. Stores boast fresh merchandise at reasonable rates and a reputation for value, faith with the public, and consistency in meeting customer needs. They emphasize accessible hours and clean, well stocked aisles.

Stores that advertise offer quick turnover and savings

Up to date city stock moves fast due to persistent ads. Sellers focus on serving customers because the more they serve, the better the business. Shoppers save by buying from stores that advertise, ensuring better value.

Stores that Advertise DG Most Business

Alexander Kaglin, editor of New York, told Wilmington Advertising Club that department stores spending most on newspaper ads last year led in business. He said newspaper advertising remains top in spend and results, while mail order advertising by department stores has waned in the past year.

Advertising Club Wilmington Delaware Alexander Kaglin New York Kaylin

The Old Time Religion in Caroline County Area

Revival season sweeps the Eastern Shore with churches and communities praising the Old Time Religion. Newspapers note prolonged meetings that reinforce belief in Divine Providence and guard against Modernist ideas threatening local heritage.

Caroline County the Journal

The Nation Cannot Tax Itself Rich

The San Francisco Chronicle quotes a harsh view on federal relief, arguing states with relief problems cannot gain more funds by sending taxes to Washington and receiving gifts or loans back, as money would be lost to red tape and centralized administration.

Washington San Francisco Chronicle

Mirage of Hope in Hoover Revival Debate

Editorial notes compare Republican hopes for a Hoover resurgence to mirages seen by travelers and sailors. It argues Democrats control Congress, credit for reforms is shared, and President Hoover could have acted sooner to pass measures like the Finance Reconstruction bill and Glass-Steagall amendment. The piece warns of lingering low mood despite stabilizing signs.

Hoover Hurley and Hyde Jahncke Congress House of Representatives Senate House

Armament reductions seen as path to peace and equality

The piece argues for worldwide disarmament, criticizing Hoover era optimism and stressing treaties from 1919 that limited weapons. It notes Germany's past disarmament and outlines three goals: reduce armaments, lower risk of sudden aggression, and promote equal status, as Sino-Japanese affairs come under League scrutiny with Lytton leading the Tokyo mission.

Bruning Germany Austria Hungary Bulgaria Geneva League Commission Tokyo Lord Lytton I Commission Frank McCoy Henri Claudel France Conte Luigi Aldrovandi Marlescotty Italy Heinrich Schnee

Denton Area Firms See Growth and Local Notices

Twenty five years ago reports show F R Owens advertising for sale of Denton Concrete Block plant. Baltimore birds and game touted. Gov Warfield appoints Mr William Uhler to attend American Road Makers meeting in Pittsburgh March 12 14. Local contractors win sewer and bridge work in North Carolina and Greensboro. Farmers and Merchants Telephone Co sells expansion with 300 phones and growing reach in Caroline Talbot Queen Anne counties. Numerous obituaries and marriages announced including Harshberger Stutzman wedding, Dioff hospital treatment death of Dr Coffroth and multiple local obituaries with funeral details.

F. R. Owens Denton Concrete Block Company Baltimore News Maryland Warfield William D. Uhler American Road Makers’ Association Pittsburgh Uhler Berghaus Orange North Carolina Moffit Greensboro Farmers and Merchants Telephone Company A. G. Towers Denton George S. Raleigh D. K. Crouse Clement Drake D. P. Holsinger H. M Gertrude Blanche Covey Mary Viola Covey C. E. Brown Del-delight Bridgeville Del Burton W. Parker Southern Pines Wilmer B. Parker Olivia Passapae Baltimore Laura Ayres Cordova Maud Hubbard Bethlehem W. C. Ledman George C. Skirven Louisiana Skirven L. Norman Stevens E. T. Orme McKendres Anne Arundel County Thomas F. Smith John R. Hitch Wilmington Sarah Downes Thomas W. Jones Denton National Bank Elsie Blades A. E. Cooper Charles H. Blackiston Choptank H. J. Coffroth Maryland University Hospital Willis Wright This County M. E. Church That Place Linchester Caroline County Bradley Emma Medford Will Collins Preston Rose Burgess Harry P. Burgess R. D. Bradley W. S. Bradley Hurlock M. E Preston Cemetery

Weekly cinema bill for March 14 to 19 features James Cagney and more

The schedule lists March 14 15 showings with Taxi and Lady Please plus Soda Pop and Peasant's Paradise cartoons. March 16 adds Manhattan Parade Never Twins Shall Meet and Spreawalk Folk. March 17 presents The Deceiver with cast Tan Keith Lloyd Hughes Dorothy Sebastian and Mickey's Travels with China Town Mystery cartoon. March 18 19 stars Lovers Courageous with Red Noses and Spider and the Fly cartoon, plus a Saturday matinee opening chapter of Battling With Buffalo Bill.

James Cagney Winnie Lightner Charles Butterworth Manhattan Deceiver Tan Keith Lloyd Hughes Dorothy Sebastian Robert Montgomery Madge Evans Red Noses Buffalo Bill

Mrs. O M Macomber and Hazel Mancomber Luncheon Guests

Mrs O M Macomber and Miss Hazel Mancomber were luncheon guests of Mrs John H Chambers at Pioneer Point Centreville on Thursday and in Monday they drove to Cape Charles Virginia.

O. M. Macomber Hazel Mancomber John H. Chambers Pioneer Point Centreville Cape Charles

Famous Kidnappings 1874 to 1931 Timeline

A condensed list of notable kidnappings from 1874 to 1931, naming victims, locations, and outcomes. Entries include Charlie Ross in Germantown, Edward Cudahy in Omaha, Billy Whitla in Sharon, and Bobby Franks in Chicago, with notes on Verdicts, recoveries, or deaths.

Charlie Ross Germantown Edward Cudahy Pat Crowe Cudahy Billy Whitla Sharon Baby Hencks Chicago Alain Joliet Lloyd Trezko Cleveland California Catherine Winters Newcastle Ind Jimmy Glass Jersey City Lloyd Keet Springfield Billy Dansey New Jersey Roy Borth Moron Bobby Franks Richard Loeb Nathan Leopold Marian Parker Los Angeles William Hickman Billy Gaffney Brooklyn Billy Ranieri Adolphus Busch Orthweb Brewer St. Louis Marian McLean Cincinnati

Week of small town misadventures in diary style

A fragmentary weekly diary from a rural observer covers barber shop chatter about shaving, a Mrs Crunch entering hospital fearing lifelong invalidity, concerns over Jane's behavior, antics about an aunt Emmy and an apple joke, suspicions about tonsil trouble, a recital with unappealing dance entertainment, and Sandy Magee facing pneumonia with talk of money value and double pneumonia risks.

Eighteenth Annual Observance of Negro Health Week

Plans unfold in Maryland for the Eighteenth Annual Negro Health Week beginning April 3 with county health officer led activities. A new poster contest open to elementary and high schools will support the 1933 observance, closing June 15. Certificates of merit with seals will honor communities, with gold seal winners earning a permanent trophy after three straight golds.

Maryland National Committee Mary

Negro Health Week honors spread across counties

Land was among states receiving certificates of merit. Calvert Kent counties earned gold Seal for county-wide health activities as part of year-round programs. Kent Montgomery Anne Arundel and Baltimore City won honors in former celebrations. Cleanliness contests were held in St. Marys and Dorchester colored schools after Negro Health Week. The eighteenth annual observance is arranged by the Tuskegee Conference and other negro organizations with the U S Public Health Association and state and city health departments.

Land Calvert Kent Montgomery Anne Arundel Baltimore City St. Mary’s Dorchester Tuskegee Conference U. S. Public Health Association

Betty Smithson Breeding Returns From Week With Aunt

Betty Breeding of Wickman returns home after a week with her aunt. Mr and Mrs Fletcher Breeding visit with Mr and Mrs Harry Towers on Sunday. Mr and Mrs Raymond Patrick visit his brother in Laurel. Mr and Mrs August Breeding spend Sunday with his aunt.

Betty Breeding Wickman Fletcher Breeding Harry Towers Raymond Patrick Laurel Mrs August Breeding

American Corner Guests and Local Worries

Mr. and Mrs. Bates Lister were guests of Mr. Ambrose Griffith and his sister last week. Misses Mary and Ruth Stant of Church Hill visited relatives nearby on Sunday. The community reports chicken thieves active in the area recently.

Bates Lister Ambrose Griffith Mary Ruth Stant Church Hill

Executor's Sale of Valuable Personal Property In Will Case

T ALAN GOLDSBOROUGH executor of Sallie P Steele deceased offers a sale of assorted household items including parlor suite, tables, chairs, rug, dishes, clock, furniture, appliances, kitchenware, stoves, rugs, blinds, books, and more. James Temple acts as auctioneer for the estate and sale notice lists numerous items with general description.

Oliver T. Alan Goldsborough Sallie P. Steele James Temple

Results of Grow Healthy Chicks Plan in Caroline

Caroline county saw lower chick loss when all recommended sanitary practices were followed, with only 2.9 percent lost versus higher losses when skipping steps. Maryland state records corroborate the findings, led by Poultry Specialist W. H. Rice, with the accompanying tables detailing last year’s results.

Caroline Caroline County Maryland W. H. Rice Coccidiosis Worms

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