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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1933
Page
2
Incorporated Min F Johnson as President and Treasurer Mary Melvin as Vice President and Secretary entered at the post office as second class mail matter on a Saturday morning in Denton Maryland dated May 27 1933
A memorial essay honors soldiers who defended the nation and urges enduring honor for their sacrifices. It reflects on war’s toll, human nature, and the need for peaceful policies to deter future conflict while preserving readiness.
The World Economic Conference in London is awaited as pivotal for global interests. A May 12 tariff truce lays the groundwork, with U S leaders pressing for reduced barriers to boost international trade. Roosevelt’s proposal signals a shift toward reciprocal tariffs and coordinated industrial effort.
Walter H. Bennett warns that government entry into the power and business sectors risks crowding out private enterprise. The piece argues for limited public role, preserving free competition while debating Muscle Shoals and broader New Deal plans. It stresses avoiding further burdens on taxpayers and maintaining private initiative.
William Leslie of the National Bureau of Casualty and Surety Underwriters says casualty insurers set auto liability rates by the insured portion through a mathematical process from experience. He argues rates must reflect costs to maintain protection, and once policyholders understand this, U.S. casualty costs should drop. The safety campaign is the best way to clarify and achieve this goal.
A call for a summer safety campaign urges every community and civic group to involve citizens in reducing accidents. It argues laws alone won't save lives, cites auto and home dangers, and notes Roosevelt's public works plan as a remedy. emphasizes public commitment to safety and broad education as key.
Forty three state legislatures in session this year have enacted only about 7000 new laws, far below levels typical in recent years, signaling a slowdown in legislative output across the states.
Editorial notes reflect on Russo-Chinese and Japanese disputes over the Eastern Chinese Railway and future transfer dates. Mentions Geneva disarmament hopes, League arbitration in Bolivia and Paraguay. Local items cover cannery, baseball, travel, weather data, weddings, deaths, and upcoming road commission meeting in Denton with Governor Crothers present.
In loving memory of my dear father William F who died May 24 time speeds on eight years have passed Since death its gloom its shadows fade Down here we mourn but not in vain For up in Heaven we will meet again By his daughter
In memory of Minnie L Greenlee a tribute notes a loving view of the mother and the belief that no other can replace her, reflecting a heartfelt remembrance and enduring affection from the family.
A compact note presents a philosophy show titled Good Food For Sound Thinkers, emphasizing truth and integrity. Quotes from Isocrates and Dr Florence Nettye urge giving and sharing as a path to happiness, mentioning Adolph Lorenz in passing.
A child's diary-like week recounts family chatter about report cards, a potential operation for a bird on a bed, jokes about aging, miswritten newspaper headlines, worries about a citizen in Boston, a birthday card mishap, and a missing gas issue at a fair. The tone mimics rural memory with misspellings and vernacular.
Dentonia will install a large modern cooling and ventilating system to provide constant fresh air every three minutes. The Dentonia Theatre promises comfortable seating and climate, with Warner Bros classics and a series of May shows including Big Stampede with John Wayne and Noah Beery. Proceeds from May showings support the American Legion with Cardi, Chaplin, Blondie Johnson and a Vitaphone Act featured in a packed program through May 31 to June 1.
The Caroline County Orphans Court met Tuesday with Judges West Towers and Dennis. Actions included Scotton as executor of Carrie Murray filing inventory and an order to sell, Stevenson as administrator filing accounts of sales, Roe guardian filing sixth accounts for Genieve and Frederick Roe, Beck executors filing first and partial accounts and partial distribution, and releases from William Henry Beck and Mary Virginia Neighbors.
Mrs Albert Saulsbury visited her father D Connoly in Centreville last Monday. Mrs Fountain is ill at her daughter Orrell Saulsbury’s home. James Lewis is in Jefferson Hospital Philadelphia for treatment. Miss Gertrude Deyo is visiting Mrs R E Smith. Mrs Charles Starkey, previously ill, shows improvement. Civic Committee earned 10.22 from a bake sale last Saturday. Miss Cora Allen moved into rooms in the Arnold house. Mr and Mrs David Swing spent the weekend at Rehoboth. George Walls and family were visitors to Newark on Sunday.
Hickman’s undefeated baseball squad extended its streak by defeating Hillsboro 12-13 on Saturday and beating Blades 4-2 on Sunday. The lineup is listed but not shown here.
Dr J H M Knox Jr of the Maryland State Health Department argues prenatal care saves lives by ensuring medical supervision during pregnancy and ongoing care at birth and after. He notes many clinics exist in hospitals and cities, stressing that early care reduces infant mortality, especially deaths in the first month. He cites Maryland data from 1930 1931 showing a large share of infant deaths occur within the first month, and urges expansion of prenatal services through doctors and county health programs.
Preston William T Kelley Jr returns home for summer vacation as Florida schools close early for funds. His father Dr. Kelley and Preston friends heard his radio singing Climb Up Chillun Climb Up and a quartet in Jacksonville educational meeting. Local social items note bridge party hosted by Mr and Mrs Harry Taylor and various guests with scores and prizes. Community updates include church service notes, birthdays, and visits among residents of Preston and nearby towns.
The Reese Theatre lists a Friday and Saturday program featuring Richard Barthelmess and Sally Eilers in Central Airport, and Tom Mix in Rustlers Roundup. A Gala Holiday Bill is planned for Monday and Tuesday, May 29-30, with Thelma Todd and Zasu Pitts in Maids a la Mode, plus Hotel Mystery with Phil Cook. The Vitaphone girls perform a pole in Fun at the North Pole, and Today We Live with Joan Crawford and Gary Cooper plays May 31 and June 1.
A sensational Ringling Bros and Barnum Bailey Golden Jubilee tour showcases a Burma born Neckringed princess spectacle from Burma plus The Durbar coronation pageantry of Delhi with thousands of potentates and royal processions. The program includes Paris Flying Ballet Plastique and famed aerialists like Codona and Zacchini, bringing 1600 people, 60 elephants, 1009 animals, and 700 horses across four trains for the grand five ring performance.
The Denton Community Club under Mrs Wm Wolf plans a July 3 4 staging of Henry's Wedding at the M E Church Lot Franklin and 5th. The Fairfield Universal Producing Company will present a triple wedding with 125 local participants. It features Beaus and Belles of Grandmama's Time and the Colored Brethren and Sisters of the Mystic Shrine. Details on cast and costs will follow.
A historical-sounding attribution urges love for God neighbor and the general welfare as the path to true liberty. It emphasizes unity among citizens and shared duty as the basis for freedom.
Assignee offers two parcels in the Third Election District of Caroline County Maryland for sale between 2 and 4 pm. Tract 1 begins at a stone near Holiness Camp Ground and John Wiggins land with mixed bearings and perches, while Tract 2 runs from a corner of J Virgil Moore’s land with several lot directions and distances. The property, tied to a 1982 deed to James Warner and Ruth Virginia Warner, includes a small barn chicken house and granary in good repair, advertised as suitable for a small chicken farm in a well located setting.
The order requires ratification and confirmation unless cause is shown by July 27, with a copy to be inserted in a newspaper in Caroline county for four consecutive weeks before June 26. The report states the sales amount as $1,000. Clerk T Clayton Horsey certifies the true copy.
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