Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Denton Journal in Denton, Maryland

We have 6,005,256 pages in Maryland

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Denton Journal

Location

Denton, Maryland, United States of America

Date

May 19, 1888

Page

2

Caroline County Democrats Urge Fair Share in Rail Plan

Saturday Morning May 19 1870s editorial appeals to Eastern Shore Democrats urging equal county representation in funding a regional railroad. It recalls past support for leaders from Caroline and neighboring counties, argues against perceived bias, and urges voting a subscription that would advance a $106,000 capital target to build needed peninsula rail facilities.

Caroline County Caroline Cecils Marmer Cecil County Cecil Henderson Greensboro Denton Harmony Preston Federalsburgh Hillsborough Battmere and Cape Charles Railroad Company Baltimore and Eastern Shore Railroad Company Baltimore and Cape Chaves Railroad Company Eastern Shore Railroad Company

Two Misguided Correspondents Oppose Railroad Subcription

The letter argues against the railroad subscription, praising ongoing county coverage by four newspapers and noting critics form against the bond bill as election nears. It mocks opponents Cau tion and Farmer, insists the bond bill has been examined by lawyers and farmers, and claims earlier opposition to the former proposition was stronger.

New York and Virginia Democrats Elect Cleveland Delegates

New York and Virginia Democrats have elected Cleveland delegates to the St Louis convention amid party proceedings. The outcome strengthens the party slate as campaigning continues across states.

New York Virginia Cleveland St. Louis

Denon Union Nominates J E Tylor for Congress

The Denon Union nominates J E Tylor of the Easton Gazette for Congress praising him as a worthy candidate. The Baltimore annexation bill confirmed by ballot adds seventeen square miles to Baltimore city and 30,000 to its population.

Denon Union J.E. Tylor The Easton Gazette Congress Brother Tyler Baltimore County Baltimore City

Regret over railroad vote lingers for two years

A brief note suggests that two years too many who voted against the railroad regretted their action within two months. The piece warns that others may share the remorse this year when it may be too late to recall the error.

Will of Roscoe Conklin Declares Estate Transfer

The will praises its brevity and clarity and outlines Roscoe Conklin of Utica New York bequeathing all real and personal property to his wife Julia and her heirs. He also appoints his wife as executrix and signs the document on June 21 1807.

Roscoe Conkling Roscoe Conklin Utier N. Y Mike Julia Hheer Asien A. D

State Democratic Convention Signals Endorsement of Cleveland

The state convention last week praised the Democratic platform and urged renewed support for President Cleveland's renomination. Delegates called for early district organization and encouraged all supporters to unite for a strong campaign and large statewide backing in the St. Louis nomination.

Tuk Cleveland St. Louis Democratic Party

Railroads and progress in Barthold's view note

In a letter to the Federal burgh Courier Barthold argues railroads harm some farmers yet are vital to the economy. He cites a farmer who would have sold his land for 210 per acre, a rival offer of 320 per acre next day, and claims railroads enable mills, markets, lumber, cordwood, coalwood, orchards, and strawberry fields to exist and employ hundreds. He questions where such industry would be without rail access.

Barthold Federalburgh Courier Davis & Moore J. W. Brown Huckleberry Swamp

Contested political previews and local endorsements

The fragment surveys contests and nominations involving Cleveland, Compton, Saulsbury, Wolcott, and Mutehler, noting independent support for Cleveland’s principles and anticipated returns. It also mentions a Denton convention, a Democrat lineage in Caroline, and a brisk crop optimism from Wilming ton merchants, plus advertisements for Syrup of Figs and clothing at Bell Clothing House.

Sassen Cleveland Aanopatis Republs Compton Philadelphia Tia Saulsbury Senate Jass L. Wolcott Muatehler Arseat Congress Mutehler Caroline Wilmineston Denton Pennsylvania

Nature's Own True Laxative Advert

It is the easily taken and effective remedy to cleanse the system when bilious or constipated, relieve headaches, colds, fevers, indigestion, piles, and habitual constipation. Manufactured by the California Fig Syrup Company in San Francisco, California. Sold in 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles. George & Redden appointed as agents for Maryland.

California George & Reddews Drug Store California Fig Syrup Company San Francisco Cal Messrs George

Bell Clothing House Promises Grand Bargains on Pratt Street

Politeness and civility mark Dehni's old stand now the Bell Clothing House on Pratt Street near Hanover. Grand bargains in the newest Men’s, Boys’ and Youths’ Suits abound with low prices across all departments including custom furnishings.

Ochm Bell Clothing House Pratt St Hanover Baltimore Dehni

Also Mentioned on This Page

Denton Journal May Isss Kent Lon Jos Henry Wicomice Jackson Worcester Covington Wilson Somerset United States Marshall St. Mittehler Isq RYE WSPA Whit Fok Lane, Goiners Hirshberg, Hollander & CO Thomesale Dealers B. Cor Pratt & Hanover Marydland Old Tyr E Colton Dental Association Fayette Street Charles Street Saratoga Vhi- Association Spirit of the Press Noah Walker & CO Baltimore St Baltimore, Imi Maryland Thoe Baltimore and Cape Charles Railroad Company Carolline County Kemp Williams Sherif Constable William H. Watkins Wesley Brewington John W. Brown William Brewington Davis Federalsburg Luke Brewington Liber L.G Michael R. Lockerman Joan Covey Auct. Constable Ayer Mary C. Ames Rockport Lennider S. McDonald Soley St Charlestown Mass J.C. Art &Co Lowell Masa Nisi J. Francis Lednun Walter Hubbard Circuit Court Carshne County Luther TH. Gadd Ruther H. Gadd John W. Downes Maureh Wala. Graham S.A. McOgmer& Co Rochester N.Y Sals RG. Powell Mad Journal Office Walter National Sheed Meraan Roorma Co East 20Th Sc New York City Green House Restaurant Island W. Pratt S'L Pratt Balyemore Irwin & Son J. E, Tylor Attorney-Eat-Law Karton, MD New County Road Poplar News School House Marsh Creek Capt. C. 3S Carmine Peter Cory Jarrell, Nichols & Cox Jaz HM. Douglass Jas. H. Douglass Blade Preton Choptank Jas MH. Douglass Mo McCarter Said Creek Josish Helsby Said Helsby Poplar Neck J.B. Fletcher C. H W. Whitby J.1 Lednum Esnminers Henry C. Fisher Owen C. Blades Equity Elon S. Hobbs Narkes St Coess Detroit Columbia Law Yale Wellesley Oberlin University of Penn Michigan University Chatanqua &c Mark Twain Richard Proctor Mons Wlw. Astor Judah P. Benjamin Gibson E. H L. Cook State Normal School Dr. Brown Prospectia Loisette Fifth Ave Py Ee Parker Huntona Iltscux & Ce. N. Ff Boston Sebring and Sumier Gro. F. Sloan & Bro Light Street Wharf Baltimore, MD A. W. Silk Preston, Md A.W. Sise Cambridge, Md George O. Stevens Balto Dte Newspaperradrive
Search Courier

Search the Denton Journal Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Denton Journal?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication