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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1936
Page
4
The notice records Mary Melvin as Vice-President and Secretary. It states the item was entered at the Denton Maryland Post Office as second class mail matter on Saturday morning May 23, 1936.
The piece argues thrift remains a virtue despite financial upheavals and fears about old-age pensions. It warns against relying on government support and urges continued saving and honest work as essential to future welfare and American character.
The piece argues that reading home and daily newspapers is essential for informed citizens. It stresses low costs of weekly subscriptions and the role of press in national advancement and democratic decision making, quoting Jefferson on democracy and ignorance.
J Edgar Hoover head of the Federal Bureau condemns political interference with police and prosecutors as a great menace. He warns that underworld links to politics hinder crime fighting and urges a frank, nationwide stand to keep law enforcement free from political influence.
The main highway from the Shore through Elkton to Baltimore is described as a disgrace to Maryland with dirt roads in better condition. The State Roads Commission is urged to repair the miserable stretch for safe normal travel, as little work was observed between Chesapeake City and Elkton while a small crew operated south of Chesapeake City.
The piece warns that many so called bargains bought away from home turn out to be inferior or overpriced substitutes. It urges shoppers to compare, inspect quality, and buy at home where returns and support are easier. It also offers a blunt aside advising young men that intelligence is often noticed without boasting.
The weekly commerce survey notes stronger retail and wholesale activity, driven by better crop outlooks and construction gains. Drought relief eased, with rains boosting pastures and planting. Florida fruit value placed at $35,477,194 and several cities reporting solid permit and employment growth despite some relief payroll declines.
An editorial warns that envy can erode towns, urging Denton residents to celebrate others' success and work toward communal improvement. It praises Denton as generally unspiteful and principled, while cautioning against petty selfishness and bitterness that harm civic goodwill.
Editorial notes describe Republican machine efforts to alarm farmers about imports from China Russia and South America. The piece claims agrarian scare campaigns warn that Roosevelt farm policy hurts the American market while citing higher prices under the AAA compared with Hoover era.
The commentary contrasts 1985 farm imports totaling 1,106 million dollars with long-term drought losses that cut U S feed by 50 million tons and halved total food supply. It notes margins in rubber tea coffee and oats and cites declines in March imports, while arguing the era of strong exports persists despite criticism.
A League of Nationscommission report argues 15 000 000 Britons are underfed and 25 000 000 to 30 000 000 in the United States. It condemns import-restriction policies and links health with agriculture while forecasting a September 1936 Mixed Committee report.
In loving remembrance of my brother Buddy who departed this life May 21 1938 God took him home it was his will Though death cannot sever our bond his memory endures in the heart of his sister Virginia
Book note reviews the lively James H Street volume Look Away. The author surveys the South through vivid tales of towns songs rivers customs lynchings floods and folklore in a plain descriptive style. Viking Press New York priced 2.50.
A rural speaker recalls old muzzle loaders and warns of new kickless firearms while detailing a self described dirtless farming method. He claims one acre could yield 2000 bushels of potatoes or 50000 dollars worth of tomatoes using only water with life sustaining elements, contrasting with traditional plows and soil.
Rev and Mrs 3 E Shockley of Birmingham Va were guests of Mr and Mrs Maurice Dragoo this week. Miriam Roche Jean Callahan Ray Crouse and Martin Williams visited Miss Helen Roche in Wilmington on Sunday. Mrs Leelan Jackson of St Michael spent the week with daughter Mrs Charles Dean near town. Births noted for a son to Mr and Mrs Walter Mitchell and a daughter to Mr and Mrs Charles Haymaker Centreville. William Rickards joins Goldsboro milk company. Rehoboth visitors include Mr and Mrs D M Swing. Dr Wise visits Dr Davis at the drug store this week.
Emma Webb and son Walter Webb and Donald Spencer of Wilmington spent Sunday with Willie Hignutt. Helen McBride and daughter Joan visited mother Eva Adams. Helen Melvin of Cambridge stayed with Clarence Melsin. Norman Adams visited his mother Eva Adams while Eliza Hignutt visited sister Emma Webb. Madeline Adams is sick with red measles.
Mr and Mrs Theodore Schulke Jr hosted Miss Myra Ethel Lord of Baltimore who will return to assume duties at City Hospital. Mr Charles Carroll spent the weekend with son and daughter in Brooklyn New York. Mr and Mrs Howard Stewart and Mr and Mrs Doe joined Mr and Mrs Calvin Betts for Sunday. Rev B R Collins departed Monday for the General Conference at High Point North Carolina. Grove M P Church to hold Children's Day service the first Sunday in June.
In memory of Louis A. Brogley who died May 21 1931. Our hearts ache with sadness our eyes shed many tears. Sadly missed by daughters Evelyn Charles and Genevieve. Concord Ladies Aid holds bake sale Saturday morning May 23 at the Ford place in Denton offering home cooked foods and dressed chickens.
A historical Denton era item reports on fires destroying home and furnishings in Hickman and a farm dwelling near Burnsville with losses in the hundreds of dollars. A Moore’s Branch bridge fire disrupts D and C railroad traffic while crews repair it. Local social note lists hospital visits, funerals, and civic figures including Dr J C Clark and Rev J T Bailey. Deaths include Mrs Anne Lyden Mechins and Mr C N Coulbourne with brief bios and family ties.
The article argues for preserving surface quality to limit damage from traffic and dust. It proposes a patrol system to quickly detect and repair harm. A single worker with a cart and small equipment can maintain five or six miles, stressing the highway's value and avoid neglect.
Oliver N. Warren presents Slats diary entries recounting a week of small town life. Noted are religious instruction, a cake party, a speeding police interaction, a bruised arm, fish as food, a yarn about inlaws, and Saturday no school with mess and mischief among children and families.
Mrs Annie Chambers and her twin Ida Chambers marked their first birthday on Sunday May 17 at Mrs Chambers home. Guests included numerous Chambers relatives and friends, with refreshments of tea and lemonade served and well wishes for many more birthdays.
Naomi Frazier beloved daughter of Bernard and Mamie Frazier died May 6 at three months. Funeral services were held at home with Rev T J Turkington of Denton delivering a sacred text. Interment followed in Denton cemetery. Also notes of visitors and travel among local families and return trips described.
A household hints recipe for Strawberry Bavarian Cream using gelatin fruit juice and cream. Dissolve gelatin in hot juice, add fruit, chill, fold in whipped cream, then mold and refrigerate until firm. Garnish with strawberries or whipped cream.
An ode to fishing celebrates the Chesapeake Bay and Delmarva Peninsula as a worldwide anglers paradise. It praises the hobby’s universality from boy to president, notes gear options from ten cent lines to $500 outfits, and highlights prominent anglers and the Chesapeake Bay Fishing Fair with monthly prizes and a final giant trophy. The piece cites historical and biblical references, notes growing female participation, and invites readers to join the sport this summer.
Last month eleven thousand five hundred thirty eight readers celebrated nature in eleven thousand five hundred thirty eight sections nationwide. Journal subscribers are encouraged to support advertisers who help make the newspaper bigger and better.
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