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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1938
Page
4
A brisk autumn scene with Thanksgiving feasts contrasts with a critical meditation on the Lusitania disaster. The piece traces historical observances of gratitude from ancient times to modern national holidays, then shifts to a stark critique of human progress, noting how ingenuity built vessels like the Lusitania yet failed to curb self destructive tendencies, ending with a warning for future historians.
A meditation on Thanksgiving as more than a holiday, blending religious reflection with national and social celebration. The piece notes diverse observances, from family meals to church services and athletics, and ponders what to be thankful for amid a possibly hard year. It includes a prayer praising endurance through hardship as a path to virtue and achievement.
The piece compares Cordell Hull’s Reciprocal Trade Theory with Adolf Hitler’s German barter system as a grand battle of world trade. It notes Hull’s free trade instincts tempered by realism, backing proposed trade agreements to raise commerce while lowering tariffs amid a shifting global order.
The piece argues world peace hinges on treaties with Canada and Britain, then explains Germany’s barter credit scheme under Dr Schacht, its shift to South America, and potential impact on US markets. It notes three reasons Hitler may seek U S trade and warns this drama could shape world prosperity or depression, ending with reflections on Macedonia’s history and redistricting in central Europe.
Editorial notes argue stock assumptions misread the 1938 vote. While Wagner Mead victories in New York show Roosevelt policies’ strength, regional results varied with local issues. The piece asserts a strong Roosevelt position in Congress and among voters, despite diverse state contests.
A historic river called Jordan forms the boundary between Trans-Jordan and Palestine. Trans-Jordan, about Indiana’s size, is depicted as calm and hospitable while Palestine on the west bank is shown as a daily changing tragedy under British administration.
The wage decision strengthens unions but warns workers that railroading faces a wage-driven crisis. Managers risk collapse while workers risk losing seniority and pensions if the system fails. Cooperation is needed to preserve jobs, rights, and retirement security as rail shipments dwindle and related business suffers.
Denton Maryland plant workers of Standard Oil Company of New Jersey will share about $2 million added to their annuity and thrift plan balances. Each employee gets a $25 credit. participants receive 12 percent of regular contributions for the year. The thrift plan allows 3 to 18 percent payroll with company matching on the first 3 percent plus 50 cents per dollar above.
Bank deposits and currency in circulation total about 57.7 billion dollars, an unprecedented sum that could spur job creation and business expansion. The piece argues many idle funds could fund productive ventures if owners overcome fears of the future, while caution against reckless speculation and high taxes is advised.
The article argues against one handed driving noting modern cars allow steering with one finger but emergencies require two hands. It warns that holes, bumps, or sudden obstacles demand quick two handed action to apply brakes and avoid hospital injury.
Mrs John Thomas attended a funeral in Chestertown last Thursday. Several residents made weekend or midweek visits to Cambridge Wilmington Lewes Easton and Greensboro. Names include Miss Grace Smith Mr Howard Smith Senator Wilmer Fell Davis Mrs Porter and many local families.
The Andersontown Hobbs Home Makers Club met October 20 with seventeen members and guests. The meeting opened with songs for Rally, minutes were approved, and members planned canned fruit for the Children's Home at Easton. A $6 Tag Day donation to the County Health Board was approved. Penny cards were distributed to fund books for clubs. Miss Spafford outlined the County Rally for Novist, announced Miss Kellar's Europe trip 1937, and described Rally Day tours of county homes. She noted the Nov 2-4-9 coat school and meat canning school. A makeup demonstration followed, and hostesses served refreshments.
A local call to subscribe to the Journal promises access to all county news and updates. The offer emphasizes comprehensive coverage from regional events to community happenings, urging readers to act to receive ongoing reporting.
A summary of events from Western Maryland and nearby towns includes a heavy snowstorm with downed wires, several weddings at Burrsville and Easton, farm purchases and suffrage activity, and numerous social notices. A passenger tram derailment near Tuckahoe Station caused injuries but no serious harm, with repairs underway overnight. A fisherman? No. The report closes with the death of Charles Clough by gunshot near Busic, his funeral, and the family’s distress.
A man named Thomas Anthony, about 50, died suddenly at the Clement Drake farm. death attributed to heart disease. His dog guarded his master through the night and resisted removal. Mrs. Anthony survives. Miss Hennie Dukes, 72, died at home in Centreville after three weeks of illness. funeral at Centreville M E Church and burial at Chestertown. survived by sister Miss Emily Dukes. A Wilmington dispatch reports Samuel Greenbaum identified a stolen horse and carriage in Goldsboro after a 65 mile drive. three young men fled a store after making purchases nearby.
A diary fragment recounts a week of small town life through Slats and family, with Uncle and editor comments on politics, a doctor visit, school queries, a book on cures, a cake mishap, and onetime thoughts of quitting life amid cold, skating troubles, and school football woes. The entry names Jane Emmy Blisters and references hometown elements.
An essay quoted from a Boys' club official and a charity leader argues idleness harms boys and young men when jobs are scarce. It notes laziness, lack of initiative, and broken character, with families sending youths to schools or colleges to cope. It mentions the CCC and youth organizations, urging national reflection on idle youth.
The speaker urges offering work to eager youth, noting many find jobs through perseverance. The business world still seeks bright, energetic young men, and boys should take any available work if capable, even if it isn’t their preferred field.
Public sale to be held at the courthouse door in Denton Maryland on Tuesday December 13 1938 from 2 to 4 pm. Properties include three parcels in Caroline County Lot numbers 6 and 7 on Towers and Redden Land plat Lot 35 36 37 28 and adjoining parcels described with Maple Sunnyside Maple Avenue and Carter land. Improvements include a large dwelling with water and electric lights a garage and a barn. The lands were devised to Carrie Deen and Elbert Deen by the will of William H Deen and are recorded in local will and land books.
One-third cash on day of sale and balance in two equal installments at three and six months. Deferred payments bear interest from date of sale and are secured to the undersigned’s satisfaction.
A catalog item lists one pair of mules 1100 pounds aged 13 good team. A roan mare 11 bred, a bay mare 16 months old, a mule colt, six milch cows 2% to 6 years, all good milkers expected fresh Jan 1 to Feb 10. Also 3 two year old heifers, 3 one year old heifers with 3 due to fresh late winter, 1 brood sow with seven pigs eight weeks old. Pigs described as especially fine.
A detailed sale catalog lists items including a McCormick Deering tractor with plows and disc, Ideal manure spreader, Deering binder mower and various Oliver and John Deere implements. Additional gear covers farm wagons, harnesses, hoes, forks, shovels, chains, and many small items. Sale occurs on the stated date and hour, rain or shine. buyers encouraged to inspect stock before sale.
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