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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1931
Page
2
An article argues Lent’s history and current practice in schools, then shifts to student workload at Caroline High School. It outlines daily class schedules, extra activities, and a mandatory after-school study period, urging at least one hour of home study and timely completion of assignments for students to avoid low grades.
The automobile owner pays the largest share of special taxes in 1930 with a total tax bill over 1.0 billion dollars. Gasoline taxes stand as the dominant item at 515 million, sparking protest as lawmakers push increases. The piece argues for tax equality and a return to normalcy as drivers resist further gas tax hikes.
In a critique of imperialist policy, the speaker argues that force is rarely effective and that the Monroe Doctrine, linked to overseas interests like oil and mahogany, is misapplied as a justification. He contends the doctrine stemmed from hemispheric tensions and offers no guidance for internal Latin American conflicts or factions.
Senator Borah contends it is rank injustice to taxpayers that capitalists demand government protection for overseas investments. He asserts investors must submit to foreign laws when abroad and that reliance on force or bayonet backing is improper. He cites inconsistent pledges of foreign aid and urges public opinion as a governing force.
A Denton editorial urges transforming cluttered back yards into gardens to improve health and town image. It contrasts American and European views on rear spaces and links civic beauty with spiritual sincerity as a Sermon on the Mount admonition about reconciliation before offering.
A city relying on tourism must advertise to attract visitors. If a city stays off the map it loses business as outsiders forget it. Tourism thrives when a city spreads its merits through newspaper ads, inviting tourists and earning word of mouth praise.
The piece argues that taxes will rise for Americans as states pass measures shifting levies and introducing new taxes. Officials seek more funds while costs of government rise, and citizens are urged to curb the runaway tax collector now.
Editorial notes discuss German and European fears nations must unite to prevent endless conflict. It details disarmament talks, the Franco German union idea, and the 1932 League of Nations arms convention. It also covers Latin American revolutions, US diplomacy, and a poet joining the League committee, ending with aphorisms and moral maxims.
Twenty five years ago Easton eyed a new hospital like Cambridge and Perth while yellow neds grew common. A new Catholic church contract was let at Rehoboth and local officials named examiners for a Sixth district public road. Authorities tracked Isaac Winder, a Baltimore county murderer who escaped, to a woods near Loch Raven. he faced a hanging. Denton planned a druggist comeback by Wim. E. Brown in the old Wright store space. An 1809 sale ad for Sharp's Island resurfaced. the island had shrunk to less than 30 acres and may disappear. Residential sites on First Seventh and Third streets were announced. County Commissioner Wright of Choptank flaunted a fast yacht to cut travel time to Denton. A cement block plant was set to form on Kerr's farm, reflecting a booming block trade. Professors Murphy and the Teachers' Reading Circle hosted St. Patrick's Day lessons with Irish humor and shamrock adornments. The Wilmington M. E. Conference announced church appointments across multiple towns. Enoch G. Lane, 20, died after a long illness, with services held at Hillsboro cemetery. Ellen Poore, wife of William Poore, died at 67, leaving four children. funeral at Templeville M. E. Church.
Small chicken farm well located in West Denton with a recently remodeled dwelling equipped with electric lights. The notice notes property details and improvements as part of the listing.
Harmony Ivins and Russell Morgan families from Federalsburg visited Wilmington relatives. Clarence Wright and his children Evelyn and Cannon visited Webster Todd, whose family welcomed a new baby boy. Carrie Collins remains home ill with a heavy cold and Blanch Kelly is ill.
Slats notes Ross Farquar as a diarist recounting Thomas, a baritone who won fame in Brussels and Covent Garden, with plans for a concert program including opera arias and light operas. The diary mixes daily anecdotes and mentions health, school, and local figures in a playful, dated voice.
John Charles Thomas, famed American baritone and Palm Sunday star of the Atwater Kent Radio Hour, March 29, envisions replacing battleships with vocal ensembles in future conflicts. He argues choirs and soloists could settle disputes such as oil concessions or coastal claims, claiming singers endure longer and cost less than fleets.
The piece notes over 2.5 million electric refrigerators in use in American homes with 1 million more expected this year. Frigidaire and others plan a $1,000,000 advertising push as education programs emphasize savings, weekly market trips, and reduced food spoilage. Local rep M. K. Newnam cites reports of savings and even dividends to households, offering budget books and reports at showrooms.
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