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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1921
Page
2
Howard Melvin Benj and H Johnson Melvin & Johnson appear in a Denton Journal page 2 item published Saturday morning November 26, 1921. The fragmentary text lists names and a publication date without clear event details or context.
The Newberry expenditure case gains open Senate scrutiny as Democrats led by Senator Pomerene confront the majority report exonerating Newberry. The debate involves Republican Kenyon and potential crossovers, while press focus remains on the Disarmament Conference in Washington. Meanwhile public sentiment backs the Armaments Conference, with initial U.S. proposals praised and world peace prospects rising. Dayton and Marion shift to Democratic control in local elections, signaling a regional political realignment.
Chief Judge Adkins told the Talbot grand jury that widespread belief in law violations demands investigation. He noted Talbot’s Local Option law, in force since before Prohibition, bans sale and orders for intoxicants and warned that lax enforcement erodes respect for all laws. he urged vigilance.
A speaker urges a thorough investigation and reporting to the court on alleged conditions. He insists the investigating body has powers to inquisition, to report findings whether or not indictments result, and to advise on remedies. He warns against lawlessness and calls for action if violations are found.
Caroline County farmers are urged to renew local club affiliations as the County Federation seeks state status through the State Agricultural Society. Secretary F E Yeoman notes nationwide co operation, cites Baltimore meeting, and lists savings from pooled orders and a 1.25 million member federation. A December meeting will explain cooperative benefits.
Terrapin, king of the Chesapeake, appears in richer array and larger size as dredgers haul them from rivers for opening season on November 1. Dealers report six to eight inch shells and high demand, about 70 dollars per dozen, with Chester river supplying the best lots. The “green back” rival oyster, a palatable variety, adds to the craze among epicures.
The grand jury found whiskey brought into the county in eggs and candy labeled trucks, with boats possibly used for smuggling. It noted Jamaica Ginger sold on Kent Island for non medicinal use, widespread foolish behavior among youths both white and colored, whiskey obtainable from county citizens, and no intentional Corrupt Practices Act violations.
W F Breeding a prominent Seaford businessman formerly of Federalsburg was bitten on the calf by a dog Monday while his family motored to Laurel. After stopping for oil at Broad Creek he walked to a service station and the dog attacked. Breeding treated at home, then at Seaford where a physician cauterized the wound.
A notice advertising Everngam's dark brown calf shoe with a square toe and rubber heels priced at 35, plus Ramsdell's Sixth Street grocery offering fresh stock at lowest cash prices. The ad also mentions Ideal Mash from Nuttle Milling Co with a requirement for hens to be informed when given it.
A mortgage assignee sale of twelve acres in Caroline County Maryland near Federalsburg and Hurlock, described land with improvements including a large dwelling, barn and outbuildings. Auction by Henry R. Lewis and J. Owen Knotts with terms of one third cash day of sale and two deferred payments, or full cash option, to be held at the Denton Court House door. Frank P. Covey, auctioneer.
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