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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1933
Page
2
Mary Melvin is named vice president and assumed duties at the Denton Maryland post office. The brief notice notes a secretary and treasurer among the positions, dated Saturday morning, May 25, 1933.
The article recalls the 1903 resolution by Maryland State Board of Education creating Maryland Day and its 1904 recognition by the General Assembly. It notes March 25 as the observance date tied to the landing of the first colonists, the Ark and the Dove, and praises the day as fostering citizenship and state history from colonial beginnings to today.
The article surveys China's vast, fractured republic, the Manchuria and Jehol dispute, and the potential for federation under Pu Yi. It weighs war versus diplomacy, cites the Lytton Report as a path to peace, and notes China's shift from warlord rule toward modernization amid heavy外 turmoil and global stakes.
President argues three year drive toward bankruptcy with deficits totaling over five billion by 1934. Deficits of 462 million in 1931, 2.472 billion in 1932, over 1.2 billion projected for 1933, and over 1 billion forecast for 1934. Calls for wage cuts and veterans pay relief amid wartime indemnity debates as nation searches for a path to lift the economy and aid the common good.
Madam Sun Yat Sen described China as in the throes of rebirth with peasants and workers organized for national unity. She said security rests on economic pressure and the world’s peace machinery while large illiteracy gives way to reading and writing in the spoken tongue.
Iowa farmers organize county agricultural councils to address farm mortgage foreclosures and lender practices. Councils unite merchants, bankers, lawyers, and farm advocates to pressures banks, improve credit, and promote home-first recovery while awaiting legislative relief. Community action gains from relief efforts and public scrutiny.
The work of the Service Civile is well known. Pierre Ceresole and his brother enlisted young men in Switzerland who opposed war to form a plan to aid humanity in time of stress by working and suffering to show their commitment.
The piece notes nationwide bank holidays ordered by governors to stabilize the economy during a banking crisis. It details withdrawal patterns, federal restrictions, and the Presidential proclamation limiting bank operations. It reports on reopening plans, aims to protect depositors, and forecasts stricter regulation plus measures against gold hoarding. Public mood is calm and hopeful for recovery.
E P Chase notes in 1929 U S advertising spending reached about 260 million dollars with newspapers receiving the bulk. He says advertisers learned newspapers deliver the best results and radio ads have faded as a strong medium due to poor ROI and economic conditions.
A surprise birthday dinner for Miss Edna Adams was held Sunday at 4 o clock at her home with green and white St Patrick decorations and cake. Guests included Mr and Mrs John Adams Mr and Mrs Horace Adams Mr and Mrs Earl Robinson and numerous Adams relatives from Wilmington Federalsburg and Philadelphia. The gathering featured a pleasant social time, plus visits and light activities such as pulling taffy and popping corn.
Bethlehem residents share visits as Rev. Claude Thompson's illness prompts prayers for recovery. News of several families includes visits from James Robinson and daughter Fae, Patsy Ferguson returning home from Hagerstown, and Shirley Ann Legates born March 13 in Easton Emergency Hospital. Others include visits by Norris Coulby, Leander Thomas, Martin Harding, J. B. Thompson, Anah Carroll, and Roland Carroll. Also mentions a Denton Brethren bake sale on March 26, and local ads for hay and weekly specials.
The issue reports real estate purchase by Mrs. Edward Roe at $3500 for the Jopp farm near Anthony's Mill and geese migrating to Canada. James C. Wright named postmaster at Choptank, weather data for March 15–17, and road petition examiners appointed. Death of Mrs. Sallie Nichols near Laurel Grove, and Maryland Day activities at Caroline High School. Union M. P. Church Burrsville hosts a wedding for Addie Mae Porter and Jacob Ellwanger with detailed ceremony and reception notes. Other items note Porter mercantile changes, a Denton funeral, a Burrsville wedding, local clergy, and local society news.
Loving daughter Nellie recalls her father P Wright Sullivan who died in 1922 and her mother who died in 1929. She writes of enduring love, shared memories, and a lamp of devotion that remains bright despite years apart. The tribute honors their lasting place in her heart and life.
In memory of my dear son Lawrence A Dennis on his 21st birthday who departed from earth 13 years ago March 14. Jesus took him away to live a better life where he will know no sorrow or pain. Loved and remembered by a grieving mother as season of gloom returns.
About fifteen yards from the post office he fell unconscious and died within five minutes. Justice of the Peace Smith of Marydel held an inquest with verdict heart failure. Mr. Diggans, well liked, leaves six children three sons Norman Joseph Graham and three daughters Mrs Charles Robinson Mrs Louis Bickling and Miss Mattie. Funeral held Thursday at Ingleside M E Church South with interment in the church cemetery.
George Montague and Carleton Gooden spent the weekend with their Mathematics teacher Miss Grace Williams in Atglen Pa. They toured Philadelphia Saturday visiting Independence Hall the Mint and the Elverson Building. Many local residents visited relatives in Wilmington Dover and Chester over the same period including Miss Laurine Pritchett nurse student and Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Shulties and Miss Betty Kimball of Wilmington.
The Win One Bible Class held a Monday night business meeting followed by a fine program and delicious refreshments. Guests included Leroy Cartwright and daughter Mary Lee at Massey with Bryan Shockley’s family, and Arthur Cahall with children from Greensboro visiting the Nobe Shivelys. The Epworth League joined Queen Anne services at the M E Church South, Mollie Shockley returned from Wilmington and Massey, Md. to home, Harvey Morris of Philadelphia visited W C Cheffins’ household, Sewing Circle hosted by B H Bennett, Howard Jarman of Bertin visited Mullikin, Edward Steele recovered from appendicitis surgery at Eas ton Hospital, Doris Cahall of Greensboro spent the weekend with aunt Mrs John Sylvester.
Friday reports Bill Hix seeking work in five places and sharing his luck turning. Ma buys new dress, tests a gown, pa suggests swimming as date. Sunday Doc Tyson building a house, jokes about Pendiculus debts, others note bills. Monday class tests. Erl West blamed for poor math. Tuesday Elly Prate and Hen Pick ens wed. congratulations. Wednesday pa proud as self made man. ma questions. Thursday Emmy to have X ray delayed due to pimples. avoids blemish on photo.
A telegram style appeal contrasts religious values with national spending on vice. Church events are urged with Sunday activities and a Spring Rally set for April 20 at Concord Church House. Local residents and visitors are listed with recent visits and outings at Bethlehem Delmar and Chalfonte sites.
Allen T. Russell urges Congress in a 1933 letter to create a Peace Army of Workers. He calls for noncompetitive public work under Army oversight, employing Americans 16 and over, housing nearby, with pay equal to the regular army and using surplus military and recruiting channels. He argues this would feed the unemployed and build lasting infrastructure.
National film listings announce multiple openings at the Federal Theatre next week. Employees Entrance showcases a intimate department store drama with star-studded cast. The Bitter Tea of General Yen stars Barbara Stanwyck in a war torn China romance. Men Must Fight features an all star MGM cast for a one night show. Air Hostess explores romance in aviation with a new Columbia picture.
One year has passed since Annie Flaharty departed this life on March 21. The verse recalls her soul resting with the Savior, the sorrow of parting, and the enduring memories of a beloved wife and mother. Signed by husband and daughter.
W Mason Shehan told a Baltimore hearing that half Maryland Eastern Shore banks closed or restricting withdrawals could reopen fully if reserve deposits could move from city banks. He argued county banks rely on these reserves to manage orderly liquidations, defending the emergency bank act while cautioning of worse outcomes if struck down.
Miss Mildred Thomas visited near Wilmington with her parents the T. Thomases. Rev and Mrs G H FitzRandolph hosted relatives from New Brunswick New Jersey this weekend. Mr and Mrs Palmer Lare entertained Rev and Mrs L Hanley at supper Thursday. Mr Percy Tucker of Philadelphia visited with his wife and parents here Monday and Tuesday. Mrs C R Neal is on the sick list with a cold. Subscribe for the Journal.
The Denton National Bank of Denton Maryland announces it will be closed Saturday March 25 1933 Maryland Day a legal holiday. All paper payable and maturing on that day may be paid on the following Monday.
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