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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1911
Page
2
Senator Gorman gains popularity amid prejudice fading and support growing as he defends his record. Taft proclaims Thanksgiving day with praise for national progress. Maryland Democrats eye a crucial campaign, while Republicans face limited wins and Governor Crothers may convene a reform session.
The Supreme Court's unanimous ruling states that all locomotives cars and equipment used on any railroad under Interstate Commerce must meet the Federal Appliance Act. It declares that even intrastate rail operations are part of the road and fall under federal jurisdiction, a move welcomed by Interstate Commerce Commission members. Commissioner Lane called the decision jubilant.
Justice Vandeventer wrote for a unanimous court holding that the safety appliance act governs all equipment on interstate highways whether carrying interstate or intrastate traffic. The decision affirms constitutional enforcement and may affect future ICC orders while leaving rate cases to be considered next January when Minnesota and Kentucky disputes are heard. Interagency friction between ICC and state railroad commissions is noted.
The article argues a global wave of unrest driven by economic class struggles. It cites Mexico China Britain and the United States as examples where rebels push for parliamentary reforms and curbs on autocratic power. It links referendums in California to widespread demands for political and economic change.
A Chicago pastor plans a revival aimed at the city’s wealthiest 1,000 men, arguing they are spiritually neglected while rich neighborhoods and fast cars mask moral need. He urges religious workers to reach these “neglected” businessmen, noting their wealth and loneliness amid moral erosion.
Peninsula farmers suffer hog cholera losses with hundreds dead. A traveling business man recalls Western hog raisers who place soft coal for hogs to feed on, claiming it prevents cholera and keeps them healthy.
At the Democratic rally in the Opera House the speaker teased Governor Crothers unity among Democrats. He convulsed the audience by singing two lines from an old Methodist hymn: This is the way I long have sought And mourned because I found it not.
In Talbot county the largest political gathering of its era drew an estimated fifteen to twenty thousand people. Speakers included Graves of Kentucky Reverdy Johnson and George R Richardson as nine Baltimore steamboats ferried attendees to the Spring Hill grounds. A grand dinner for orators preceded remarks by the famed Kentucky orator Old Crit. The assembly helped fuel the Whig surge that year and contributed to Harrison's presidential victory.
The Frederick News reports corn stalk disease in cattle from eating moldy forage, with secondary cane stalk poisoning and molds affecting horses. Weather exposure and moisture drive mold growth. harvesting and sheltering reduce risk. Limit daily intake, provide ample water and roughage to prevent overfeeding.
The article notes Halloween rising in prominence as a yearly social event. It contrasts juvenile tricks like bell ringing and bean throwing with older youths preferring creepy games. It explains Halloween’s antiquity and the belief in spirits, witches, and goblins associated with All Hallows Eve.
Notice warns all gunners not to trespass on lands owned by D. Edgar Todd and Ora A. Carroll, with attorney EB Hubbard and others listed. The citation includes a placeholder (%1-10-31) and references William T. Bubard.
The article compiles Governor Woodrow Wilsons speeches praising state self rule and cautioning against central Washington authority. It notes a Texas State fair remark on federal overreach and describes a Baltimore News critique of regional rail and steamship service, urging a Sunday boat to connect with Pennsylvania lines for Baltimore trade.
Public notice announces sale of eleven head of horses, mules, and colts along with eighteen cattle including cows and heifers. Also listed are two Osburn binder, grain drill, Moline riding plow, cultivators, Oliver plows, corn cutter, land roller, wagon harness, water tank, buggy, harrow, and farm equipment. Cash discounts and 12 month credit with notes payable at Denton National Bank. Auctioneers: A DeFord H J Coopre. Clerk: Ciras Willitpy. County FB.
General Dupont discusses a highway with agr culture stations every twenty miles to aid Delaware farmers, led by agricultural college graduates. A trolley line may run along the road as election day nears, withpublic mood described as anxious and uncertain. Easton Star-Democrat notes York Imperial apples from John H. Holt near Eas ton and a grain-dealer failure affecting Eastern Shore residents. Denton Greensboro road housing grows as county news urged readers to subscribe.
W H Blocksidge and F P Covay announce sale of personal property on the Fred Stafford farm, 1% miles north of Denton near the Holiness camp ground. All cash under $10, larger sums on six months credit with bank notes, property cannot be removed until terms are met.
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