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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1931
Page
2
Modern business methods advocate truthful advertising and upholding real value for money. They aim to attract new customers while keeping traditional practices, insisting that advertising reveal genuine benefits rather than bait.
The piece mocks Chairman Fess of the Republican National Committee for downplaying Democratic victories after the November elections. It highlights shifts in Senate and House control, declines in Republican governors, and broad regional gains for Democrats, contrasting it with Hoover’s assurances and a broader economic distress in Germany under Bruning.
The piece recalls 13 years since Armistice Day, noting postwar faults and renewed hope. It laments postwar excess and gambling, urges a return to wartime resolve, and calls for continued public sacrifice to support relief drives and communal effort for the future.
The Lincoln Star editorializes that Senator Hitchcock, back from Europe, says governments bleed citizens dry. He argues Europe’s tax burden is crushing business and individuals, Britain most notably, and that Europe will seek relief by cutting armament costs. The United States should back steps to reduce war prep burdens.
A criminologist warns that carelessness fuels swindling, with two billion in losses yearly. Specific weak spots include cashing checks for strangers, unprotected cars, carrying large sums, risky real estate and stock deals, and lending to dubious borrowers. Victims often recover nothing. prudent behavior could cut losses.
The text argues advertising costs less than losing customers and urges continuous truthful advertising. It claims good ads capture attention, are read in homes, bring customers to stores, and support modern business growth. Emphasis is on maintaining existing clients and drawing new ones through steady, honest promotion.
The report covers global relief efforts amid economic strain, noting Britain’s wage reductions and tax defaulter concerns. It highlights international aid to Asia and Africa, quarantine against epidemics, and a planned Paris demonstration on disarmament. Brazil urges League oversight of a new Leprosy Research Centre in Rio de Janeiro with funded programs for scientists and health experts.
Clifton Webb Fred Allen Libby Holman headline the big musical revue Three's A Crowd opening in Ford's Theatre Baltimore the week of November 16 with matinees. The show features Dietz Schwartz songs and a modern dance cast led by Rasch with Tamara Geva and Fred MacMurray among others.
A memorial poem records Joseph Passapae dying suddenly in Baltimore on November 3. It reflects on life’s fragility with lines about the clock that governs life, unexpected death, and the friend who mourns nobly. The verse honors his kindness, faith, and the affection of his friends.
Twenty five years ago contractor Pine completed paving from the Carter Block to the Downes Building on Main Street using grano lithic material. Local reports note plentiful nabbits and partridges in some areas with hunting allowed after a specified date. Also covered are deaths, marriages, and notices including Thomas Blackburn’s death at 71, railway agent resignations, and multiple weddings in Federalsburg Ridgely and Easton, plus an upcoming New Community Theatre program in Ridgely and Princess Yvonne appearances.
Friday I gus pa is getting absentminded. Saturday she forgot her bridge party and left the evritions in paw pocket. Sunday I’m quitting Sunday school. Monday nearly all are sick. Tuesday Ant Emy cites New York man hit every fifteen minutes. Wednesday tack on my seat. Thursday Lizzie Durkle claims perfect control and punishes her 3 year old son.
Ridgely updates note Arthur Peacock arriving from Jamaica New York and his wife returning home on Sunday. Numerous visits unfold including Mrs Annie Hevalow in Richardson Park Del and families gathering in Denton Greensboro and East. Armistice Day meeting for junior Order of American Mechanics and Methodist Church supper plans announced.
The wildfowl season opens at noon on Monday November 16 and closes December 15 under federal and state rules. The proclamation by President Hoover follows the Biological Survey and sets daily bag limits of 15 in total and 4 brant. Maryland will station at least fifteen Deputy Conservation Officers to enforce regulations and seeks public cooperation.
Reading lists show Woodward seniors with 6 A's and 2 B's while middle grades note top students Mary Gelletty Parker Stone Charlotte Anne Pastorfield Elsie Wright and others with A and B grades. A hike by eighth graders supervised by Miss Crouse and Miss Clopper ends with a weenie roast then Behlke's station to Denton. Elinor Wilson signs off with a poetic verse.
Public sale of two parcels in Denton Caroline County Maryland under Sallie P Steele estate. The first parcel fronts Main Street and runs to Franklin Street with complex metes and bounds linked to prior deeds and holdings including properties once owned by Eva M George and Z Potter Steele. The second parcel comprises Lots 22 and 23 shown in Exhibit A of a trustee sale in a chancery case, described as conveyed to Z Potter Steele by Henry R Lewis trustee. Sale to be held at the courthouse door in Denton between 2 and 4 PM, with details from Downes Deeds and associated land records.
An 8 room house with bath front and back porches summer kitchen wood shed coal house and dairy all in good repair. A large garden and chicken house accompany the property with possession at once.
One third cash on day of sale with the balance in two equal installments at six and twelve months. Deferred payments to bear interest from day of sale and be secured to the satisfaction of the undersigned. Or all cash on day of sale at purchaser option. Title papers at purchaser expense. Executor T Alan Goldsborough. Auctioneer James Temple.
Assignee to sell under a 1919 mortgage from Charles E Farier and Patience Farier to Harvey L Casper, assigned for collection due to default. The sale will occur at the Court House door in Caroline County as specified in the deed records.
A three parcel Caroline county Maryland land sale near Denton is offered with a two story seven room dwelling, dairy and outbuildings. Parcels include Mount Pleasant and Vosmus fields with long historic deeds, rights of way, and multiple conveyances dating to 1870 through 1912. Terms require one third cash day of sale, one third in six months, balance in twelve months with interest and surety or all cash. Title papers at buyer expense.
A memorial note marks the first anniversary of the death of Jean Alice Cahall who died November 14 1930 at age 1 year 8 months and 3 days. The family Misses her greatly and hopes to meet again in the future with loving lines from Mother Daddy and Sisters.
Mrs. Mary Hughes of Hickman visits daughter Mrs. Frank Matthews. Miss Nora Baker and Miss Lillian Kauffman of Denton shop in Ridgely. Community Library adds several volumes of uncommon interest. Miss Vergie Sparks returns Monday from a visit with sister Mrs. Margaret McCloud. Mr. Frank Stevens spends weekend with sister Mrs. Harry Gibson in Delmar.
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