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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1937
Page
4
Mary Melvin serves as vice president and secretary in a Denton Maryland post office notice entered as second class mail on a Saturday morning May 14 1938.
Experienced observers predict no general European war this year, but tensions rise with Germany and Italy boasting vast military power under Mussolini. The piece argues the United States should strengthen defenses, maintain independence, and stay friendly with all nations while avoiding entanglement in others' battles. It notes democracies seeking American support could trigger wider conflict.
The article argues that ancestral longevity was misperceived as superior. It cites 1850 life expectancies of 38 for males and 41 for females, rising to 59 and 63 respectively, attributing gains to reduced mortality from tuberculosis and typhoid, disease control, better work and housing, more leisure, and higher living standards. It notes earlier stalwarts would likely have lived longer with modern aids.
The article notes the launch of a National Progressive Party led by Governor Phillip La Follette of Wisconsin and discusses the historical impact of third parties on elections. It cites past movements such as the Locofocos and Bull Moose, highlighting how splits helped or hindered major candidates and shaped outcomes, including the 1912 Wilson victory and 1916 re election dynamics.
The piece analyzes how the National Progressive Party may reshape U S politics by drawing semi radical leftists and coalitions between Republicans and Orthodox Democrats. It notes Wisconsin as a likely strong base and cites shifting registries and the New Deal’s leftward pressure, with April 30 marking a slow stock market session.
In a discussion on democracy and world affairs, the author notes a sense of helplessness among the public and urges organized citizen efforts. He cites Mexican attempts to reject foreign control over oil, Chicago’s democracy study groups, and one woman’s protest by selling her holdings in an explosives firm.
A mother rejects bloodstained profits from war industries and notes the Concord New Hampshire Methodist Episcopal Trustees have withdrawn church funds from steel used in arms manufacture. She cites a 11 day Senate stand against a super-navy bill, framing it as a push for peace driven by weak but growing opposition.
A newly elected president of the American Association for Health Physical Education and Recreation argues people, especially homemakers and desk workers, sit too much. He notes stair fatigue, universal mechanical sitting, and urges walking and movement to restore energy and work capacity.
The House passed the Cartwright Road Bill authorizing 238 million dollars for federal highway construction in fiscal years 1940 and 1941. Sponsor Congressman Cartwright lauded the measure while engineer-director Charles Upham called it a “red-letter day” for motorists as it prompts safer, modern roads across the 48 states.
The passage portrays Senator Tydings as the weakest Democratic nominee and unable to win a general election. It argues Republicans recognize this and that Democratic voters reject lawmakers who align with Republican policies, noting Tydings’s opposition to his party has endeared him to Republicans if their claims are sincere.
Miss Helen Prochaska of Baltimore City has won the Maryland state prize in the 1938 Gor gas Memorial Institute essay contest. The nationwide competition drew over 18 000 entrants from public, parochial and private high schools. The Maryland winner receives a medal and a $10 cash prize, with national prizes to follow.
A new four color Maryland pictorial map from Standard Oil Company of New Jersey at Esso stations highlights Annapolis Frederick Baltimore and other key sites with illustrated depictions. It includes 26 illustrations plus inset maps of Baltimore and Washington and a revised blue road map with more localities and a radio inset. The scale is up seven percent and vinyls show ferries bridges miles and other details.
Mrs Wm O Richardson and her daughter Susan spent weeks with Mr and Mrs Harry Richardson then returned to Hasbrouck Heights NJ. Her mother recovers from a recent illness treated at Easton Hospital. Ella Anderson hosted two luncheon and bridge parties at Primrose Tea Room and her home. Margaret Knotts visits Gretchen Coleman of Belmont MA.
The M. P. Church in Burrsville was dedicated on Sunday May 8 with morning sermon by Rev. Frank Lewis D D of Preston and afternoon service led by Rev. Sexsmith Maryland Conference president. Special music from Denton M P Church trio and Mr Vincent and Miss Della Ryan. The building debt paid in full on dedication day. Various local families visited and neighbors planned a Wesley M E Church covered dish supper for May 20.
A series of social visits across towns included Smithson couples hosting in Easton. Baltimore visitors Doris May, Betty Lee, and Marietta Schmick spent Sunday with the Dukes, while Wilmington guests Billy Jacobs joined his grandparents Coleman for a weekend gathering. Others hosted or visited included Philadelphia Hilton Watts and son, Preston Harry McMahan, Long Woods Willoughbys, Williston Bernard Frazier, Harmony Roland Thomas, Greensboro Oscar Todd, Easton George McCarty, Washington Frank Collins, Oxford Marguerite Peregoy, and Laurel Del Harvey Patrick plus Isner relatives at home.
A Denton reader argues the Caroline County Almshouse keeps inmates clean and harms tax relief efforts. The writer cites 1936 and 1937 audits, notes rising Health and Charity costs, and claims Old Age Pension and Relief discourage work, urging taxpayers to investigate.
A brief quotation attributed to Gladstone proclaims selfishness as the greatest curse of the human race, reflecting a moral viewpoint on personal conduct and societal harmony.
April brought mild dry weather with temperatures above normal and precipitation well below average across Maryland and Delaware. Maryland reported mean 54.4F from 45 stations, highs to 94F, lows to 19F, 1.74 inches of rain, and little snowfall. Delaware averaged 65.7F from seven stations, highs to 87F, lows to 25F, 1.82 inches of rain, and trace snowfall. John R. Weeks, Meteorologist.
The Orphans Court met with judges Towers Handy and Dennis. Approved actions include distribution accounts for John W. Boyce and Arthur F. Sittig estates, admin letters for John M. Wooters Emma L. Mason Minnie S. Christian and guardianship for Florence Selby Atkinson. Appraisers named N Everett Smith George L Blades Oron Smith and George Beck.bond filings and creditor notices issued.
The fourth annual Emergency Hospital benefit party will be held Saturday May 28 at Talbot Country Club. Led by general chairman Mrs. Elliot Wheeler, the event boasts Lew Startt's orchestra, a lucky number dance with cash prize, balloon prizes, bingo, a shell game by Gardener Hazen, and a colored group singing spirituals. Tickets are $1, available from committee members or Kerr's Drug Store Centreville Holland Thompson Denton J. B. Davis.
Denton suffered a 7 to 5 defeat at Easton last Friday then won 14 to 12 against Slickman on Saturday amid many errors. The Centerville game is expected this afternoon. Local leaders discuss a bill to allow county taxes to support incorporated towns. Notables visiting include Rev Dr Terry of the Wilmington Conference, Dr F P Herr, and Rev J S Wickline seeking health. Mr Monroe Passapae, aged ninety four, remains active in Baltimore. A marriage between Edward French and Elsie Meeds was held in Denton. The building of a large livery stable by Marion L Beck triggers an injunction fight. Funeral for Robert G Stewart held at Denton cemetery. he was a hardware dealer and Heptasoph member. School commissioners complete county trustee lists for numerous towns and districts including Denton Primary and many others.
Oliver N Warren presents Slats diary style notes from Sunday to Saturday. The entries cover a sermon mix up, school graduation talk, guessing about marriage hints, a balloon tire joke, teacher and student humor, a near-future life plan, a Tom Sawyer night, last day of school worries, and springtime or mistaken beliefs with simple chores noted and social blunders described.
Mr and Mrs Marion Stoops moved into a part of Mrs Merediths house on Railroad avenue. Mrs Harold Fountain and son Richard visited Mr Fountain in Wilmington on Wednesday. Miss Elizabeth Wilson of Newport stayed with her parents here over the weekend. Miss Virginia Holsinger of Millersville visited her parents over the weekend. Miss Catherine McElwain returned from Florida where she spent the winter. Davis Wilson left for Swampscott Massachusetts for a summer position. Thompson Swing spent the weekend with his wife in Baltimore.
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