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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1899
Page
2
The Denton Journal reports on Maryland's election, noting Democratic gains, Republican losses, and the party's ascendancy in Caroline County. It highlights candidate profiles, party patronage, and local newspaper praise, while touching on national figures and upcoming political events.
Editorial notes discuss imperialism courting Southern support through inducements benefiting cotton growers and manufacturers. It claims U S promises to European powers seek equal Chinese trade rights, with force if refused, and ties to Manila naval buildup. It also covers Senator Wellington’s critique of Governor Lowndes, Maryland politics, census plans, and Export Exposition dates, noting Col John Walter Smith’s stay in Snow Hill and possible resignation timing.
The Sun argues Maryland’s Democratic win rested on party unity and a credible ticket, while GOP disarray and unpopular factions weakened the Republicans. It notes the result reflects voter trust in Democrats over the administration, not a personal rebuke to Governor Lowndes. The piece contrasts national trend with local tensions and ends with an odd aside praising lemon juice for nails and skin care.
Col John Walter Smith tells Sun staff he is gratified by his election and pledges a four year effort to give Maryland the best government. He backs the Democratic platform, seeks police reform in Baltimore, minority representation on school boards, and vows faithful service. Tulips and bulbs can be planted for spring blooms.
The notice promotes Green's August Flower claiming it cures indigestion biliousness and general malaise with sample bottles in Denton and Marydel. It also extols Chamberlains Pain Balm for a chronic shoulder pain and lists multiple local sellers in Maryland. Testimonials claim relief and wide usage for coughs colds and pneumonia prevention.
Anamaker’s offers a range of coats at five to ten dollars. Five dollar soft beaver cloth coats feature new habit sleeves, velvet collars, and satin lining. Eight dollar kersey jackets have velvet collars and satin lining. Ten dollar double breasted coats use fine kersey with black satin lining. Limited stock and strong bargain margins highlighted.
The article praises overcoats made for boys highlighting better shaping tailoring and style. Frieze overcoats, warm and durable with all wool fabric and quality linings, are in demand this season. Prices shown at 4.50 for ages 4 to 16.
Wanamaker's offers boys top coats in blue or Oxford mixed frieze with velvet collars and Italian lining for ages 5 to 16 at 6, 8.50, and higher prices. Additional styles include full skirts with plaid linings, melton cloth coats in brown and olive with satin sleeves at 7 to 16 years, and satin-lined $15 coats. Surtout coats for dressy boys range from 12 to 14 dollars, with navy ware or brown Oxford over coatings. Sizes 5 to 14 years.
We offer two varieties of our $3.50 mens shoes with a one year guarantee. If uppers wear out or break within a year you receive a new pair. This unique promise stems from a durable tannage. We stock russet or box calf in one shape, believed to fit most men. We also offer eye care services with glasses tests. Frames range from 50 cents to $9 in gold or steel, with a prompt repair shop and fair charges.
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