Primary Election Lines Up In Caroline County Contest
The upcoming Caroline County primary draws heavy interest with two candidates vying to replace the late Alda P. Whitby in the delegation. Republican and Democratic delegates run largely unopposed except for the unexpired term contest, while Roosevelt faces Breckinridge for Maryland’s Philadelphia delegation. Voters are urged to participate to avoid apathy.
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Caroline County
Alda P. Whitby
Messrs
Calvert GC. Merriken
Harry H. Rieck
O. Straughn Lloyd
Wicomico County
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Henry Breckinridge
Maryland
Philadelphia
Roosevelt
Caroline
Annapolis
The Woman With The Durable Skull Mae Benedict Exposed
Mae Benedict, alias many names, faked head injuries to scam hospitals across the United States. Investigators traced her claims from New Jersey to California, with stays in Los Angeles Palm Beach Oklahoma City Roanoke Chicago San Francisco. Authorities warn that undercover forces of the National Bureau of Casualty and Sentry Underwriters are watching for her next move and that she faces prison.
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Mae Benedict
New Jersey
California
Florida
Virginia
Oklahoma
Kansas
Mae
Los Angeles
Palm Beach
Oklahoma City
Roanoke
Chicago
San Francisco
Index Bureau
National Bureau of Casualty and Surety
Weekly business survey shows mixed retail recovery nationwide
The Department of Commerce reports eased retail activity last week versus the Easter rush and prior year, with overall business sustained. Low inventories modestly lift some wholesale lines. Los Angeles notes a high Southern California index with gains in furniture, household furnishings, radio, and spring apparel. Oranges sell steadily. weather slows crops in many regions. Dallas drought relief and delayed plantings noted. wheat crop at 514 percent of normal with 19 million bushels expected, up 9 million from last year.
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Department of Commerce
Los Angeles
Dallas
Texas
Crop and construction trends across the nation in March
The report notes forecasts of cotton plantings, brisk lamb prices in Ft. Worth at 8.25, and varied crop prospects nationwide. Moisture needs in grain and pasture regions, thawed but rain-dependent soils, late plantings in Memphis, and strong construction activity in Pittsburgh, Louisville, and major cities with record or near-record permits and new plants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ft. Worth
Kansas City
St. Louis
Portland
Seattle
Northwest
Minneapolis
Dakota
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Jacksonville
Memphis
Wilmington
Delaware
Louisville
Indiana
Tri-States
Pittsburgh
Detroit
New York
Chicago
Kraft-Phoenix Cheese Corporation
Cleveland
Owens Ilinois Plate Glass Co
Hoover Company
Canton
Buffalo
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
New Orleans
Southern Pine
Boston
Akansas City
Youth Hostel Movement Aims At Cheap Travel For Youth
An article explains the Youth Hostel Movement originated in Germany and spreading to 17 countries with the United States entry last year. Hostels offer cheap, simple lodging with common rooms, cooking facilities, dormitories, and basic rules. Guests supply bedding and food, and must keep spaces clean.
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Europe
T D. Young
England
Germany
United States
Mr. Young
Hostels Grow Across Europe and United States
The article notes a rising hostel movement in Europe with about 2,600 hostels hosting 4.5 million guests in 1934 and cites the first U S hostel in East Northfield Massachusetts. It mentions a 100 mile loop in the White and Green Mountains and forecasts more loops elsewhere as cities sponsor these youth friendly stays.
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Europe
United States
East Northfield
Massachusetts
White and
Green Mountains
New England
Goldsborough Seeks Continued Congress Role With Broad Support
The Democratic Party in the First District endorses T Alan Goldsborough for another Congress term citing his experience as a lawyer and banker on the Eastern Shore. The piece notes his steady majorities in Worcester County and suggests Republicans back him, arguing that his proven representation and influence, including with the President, ensure continued votes for his priorities.
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Democratic Party
First Congressional District
T. Alan Goldsborough
Congress
Goldsborough
Eastern Shore
Mr. Goldssborough
Worcester County
Alfred Smith
Hoover
Worcester
Messenger
Republican Party
United States
Mr. Goldsborough
House of Representatives of the
Roosevelt
Wiley
Democratic
Snow Lill
Children’s Corner a New Tale and a Peace Message
A brief children’s feature recalls a modern tale inspired by Cinderella and highlights a Wales youth broadcast urging children worldwide to stop wars and promote peace. The piece notes the message began small, growing as more youngsters shared it to mend hearts and prevent killing and suffering.
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Wales
Wales opens Good Will Day pledge to peace and exploration
The passage celebrates Good Will Day with a Welsh pledge to peace through friendship and courage. It recalls explorers who pushed knowledge, notes a tiny Scottish island school with six pupils, and describes shifting sands at Cape Hatteras shaping lighthouses and forests.
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Wales
Railroads report record safety in 1935 travels
In a 1935 letter to President Roosevelt James J. Pelley of the Association of American Railroads cites only one passenger fatality that year due to a steam heater explosion in a station. He notes 445,994,621 passengers rode without a passenger death from collision or derailment, while trains ran faster and busier. Roosevelt commends the industry for its safety gains and adaptability to changing transport needs, stating the record is a model for all sectors.
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Roosevelt
James J. Pelley
Association of American Railroads
United States
Pelley
Are They Humble or Lazy
A columnist notes that saying I’m not needed and leaving hard tasks to others often masks laziness. People who refuse opportunities because others can do better may not intend to shirk, but still avoid work. The piece urges readers to say yes and take on responsibilities to get the job done.
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Jack Horner
A Fair Price for the Farmer
The article argues that the core aim of agriculture is securing a fair price for farm products, framing pricing equity as essential to farmer livelihoods and rural stability. It discusses market mechanisms, policy considerations, and the need for balanced support to ensure sustainable farming economies.
Stable markets and farm co operatives boost farmers
Farmers seek buyers and prices above production costs. Cooperatives stabilize markets, reduce chaos, and help members grow larger crops at lower costs. Experts credit co ops with fairer prices, better production, and improved economic and social conditions for farmers.
Roosevelt and Business See Optimism in Recovery Push
Editorial notes discuss Roosevelt's push for recovery and the stance of business leaders. Morgan partnership Leflingwell supports low interest and monetary easing, while Wall Street Journal editors urge concrete business action. The piece notes rising profits, questions impact on recalcitrant firms, and ends with a reflection on global mystery corners in China and Outer Mongolia.
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White House
Roosevelt
New York
Russell C. Leflingwell
3. P. Morgan & Co
Leflingwell
Liberty League
Morgan
Wall Street
American Liberty League
Old Wall Street Journal
Chamber of Commerce of the
United States
National Association of Manufacturers
Wall Street Journal
Washington
Messrs
Hoover
Mills
China
China Faces Communist Upheaval and Japan Threats
A correspondent details turmoil in western China with Red forces in Szechwan and attacks around Yachow, Kweishaw invasion, and Ho Lung's alliance. It notes militarization in schools as the Young Army grows and Chiang Kai Shek’s limited focus amid fears of Japan’s continental aims. Insights on Franco-German plans and a Geneva books commission follow, with Japan expanding in the South Seas including Palua and Pelew islands.
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Republic of China
Japan
China
Szechwan
Yachow
Kweishaw
Ho Lung
Kweiyang
Shensi
Outer Mongolia
Chiang Kai Shek
Young Army
Manchuria
Asia
National People’s Party
Geneva
France
Germany
Carnegie Peace Foundation
Hitler
Italy
TH. G. Wells
Denton People and Businesses in 25 Years Ago
Twenty five years ago local life included new autos for Harry Roe and Charles Hobbs, a Florida Overland purchase, a Henderson flour mill sale, and a note on peach buds. Denton speed signs drew skepticism as commissioners were reelected and corn and lamb curiosities puzzled residents. Numerous notices covered deaths, marriages, and travels, with funerals in Federalsburg and East Greensboro and local property transactions.
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Harry A. Roe
Charles L. Hobbs
William Bullock
J. S. Swartz
Henderson
C. E. Collins
West Denton
D. W. Davis
Charles H. Nuttle
Cuba
Denton Literary Club
Nuttle
Denton
Board of Commissioners of
Frank W. Redden
Jonathan Evitts
James T. Cooper
William P. Draper
Ernest G. Cooper
W. W. Noble
B. Frank Richards
Samuel E. Holt
F. P. Covey
Sixth and
Franklin Streets
Holt
Covey
Fifth Avenue
Miss Stoops
J. C. Mullikin
Easton
Catherine Dukes
Catherine Burchard
Anton Burchard
Harry Sullivan
Baltimore
J. F. Roop
W. H. Beauchamp
Williston
Ethel Gantt
Hannah More Academy
John L. Everngain
Leon Stein
Hartly
A. G. Fleetwood
William W. Cooper
Laurel
Del
Maryland
Mary E. Sylvester
Hillsboro
Caroline
Messenger
H. Burdette
Robert W. Messenger
Federalsburg
Seraph Frisser
Springfield
Mass
Thomas A. Frissell
Hinsdale
Phoebe J. Insley
Edward Insley
Greensboro
C. R. Strausburg
Wilbur Burr
James Nichols
James Mitchell
Robert Coursey
Joseph Sparks
William Wooters
Thomas H. Jarman
Insley
Douglas
Georgetown
John Allen
Edward E. Insley
W. Preston Day
Nettie L. Williamson
Ellen Turner
James Turner
Ollie Williamson
Bridgeville
Sue Turner
Harry Turner
Week of schoolyard tales and mischief diary entries
A childlike week of anecdotes describes disputes over a rooster fight, a pet cat killed by a bicycle, a teacher testing a student with a brain question, and classmates crafting jokes about condensed milk. The entries reveal daily mishaps, teasing, and household characters named Jane, Pa, Ma, and Mrs Schmitz.
Executors Sale Of Valuable Real Estate In Burrsville Delaware
Executors under William T Baker will offer real estate at public sale in front of his Burrsville residence Kent County Delaware to the highest bidder. Sale location and date details follow in the public notice, with references to Delaware and Maryland will record books and executors named in the will.
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William T. Baker
Kent County
Delaware
the Register of Wills
Orphans’ Court
Caroline County
Maryland
Burrsville
Described Delaware Maryland farm tracts auction May 23 1936
Saturday May 23 1936 at 2 pm a sale offers two tracts of William G. Wooters land in Mispillion Hundred Kent County Delaware and adjoining lands in Caroline Maryland. Tract 1 includes a farm with 12 foot road access and references to prior deeds. Tract 2 covers 100 acres in Delaware and 3 acres in Maryland with specified adjoining parcels. The properties are described as well located in cultivation with dwelling barn and outbuildings in good repair.
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Mispillion Hundred
Kent County
Delaware
Burrsville
Adamsville
Peter Wright
Horatio Murphy
William G. Wooters
Francis A. Porter
Concord
Maryland
Tuckerland
John F. Ferrins
Nettie May Wooters
William T. Baker
Liber L. B. T
Caroline County
Sale of Real and Personal Effects of William T Baker
Terms of sale require one third cash at sale, balance in two equal installments due at three and six months with interest from sale date, or all cash at purchaser option. Title papers paid by purchaser. Personal effects of William T Baker, deceased, offered for sale at the same time and place.
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William T. Baker
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Weekly Business Survey
Che Chi
Children's Corner
Scotland
Isle of Syke
John Smith
New World
Cape Henry
Cape Hatteras
Virginlisa Dare
Wright I Brothers
Cape I
Rhineland
Russia
Ruhr
South Sea Islands
Tokyo
Paula
Pelew Islands
Palua
Oliver N. Warren
Pug Stephens
Pug
Jane
Otto
Jake
Schmitz
Frances D. Baker
Edwin G. Baker
Harry Clifford Baker
John L. Stevens
W. Brewster Deen
I Melvin Hopkins
E. C. Lloyd
Division
Salisbury
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