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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1927
Page
6
Potomac Division announces International Golden Rule Sunday to be observed on December 4 1927. Headquarters Near East Relief at 1334 Connecticut Avenue Washington DC issues the notice.
Americans fund Near East Orphans at 100 dollars yearly for a child’s food, clothing, shelter, and education. Sponsors may choose a boy or girl. a photo and history are provided along with progress reports. Groups and families sponsor in memory of loved ones. Potomac Division offers full information at 1334 Connecticut Avenue, Washington, DC.
President Coolidge urges observance of International Golden Rule Sunday as vital for applying the rule to resolve national and personal misunderstandings. He notes Near East Relief’s child aid program relies on cash gifts and pledges, with Harold F. Pellegrin of Potomac directing donations to 1334 Connecticut Avenue, Washington, D. C.
Literature of China recalls an early Chinese ruler who ordered a vast book burn ban except works on medicine divination and husbandry. Confucian writings were destroyed and the Book of History and the Book of Odes faced death penalties. Some volumes survived, some preserved by memory reciters.
The dragonfly is a marvel of vision and speed. Its compound eyes contain up to 17 000 facets and it can fly backward, forward, or at right angles with dash like a swallow. It hunts on the wing and is commonly found near water.
Lucy enters the shop and asks to receive the extra candy she is habitually given when purchasing. The store woman often offers an extra piece for good luck and Lucy hopes to receive it even without buying today.
The article explains when to bid no trump versus a suit, noting five card suits and minor versus major considerations. It covers distributions ideal for no trump, dangers of certain doubletons, and how two suiters influence bidding with fourth and third hands.
A report says Spain may drop bullfighting as the national sport and with it the practice of awarding the ear of the bull to the victorious matador. The ear is valued as a medal of honor, shouted for by the crowd and presented to the matador by the corrida president.
A note traces the word mall from pall mall a London game term to pall-mall alley then mall naming public promenades. It explains Latin malleus meaning mallet and links the evolution to Central Park’s famed public walk and broad park avenues.
Public sale of two parcels in Caroline County Maryland under a 1926 mortgage to Calvert Merriken and Wilbert Merriken. Parcels total about 5.5 acres with a 2 story frame dwelling, improvements, stone corner markers, and outbuildings. Sale set in front of Denton Court House between 2 and 4 pm with terms half cash day of sale and balance after ratification, secured by purchaser's note.
For Rent. Adams Landing Poultry Farm immediate need. Pieced text notes a location near Denton Maryland with a date 11 12 1 and references to farm property for rental use.
Ridgely announces a public viewing or event on Wednesday November 80th from 1 to 5 pm at Ridgely Bank, inviting local residents to attend a financial or community session.
The American Farm Agency of Philadelphia announces a new Venton district office under manager Ernest G Cooper. They offer farm property listings in Maryland with nationwide advertising and promise speedy, satisfactory results. Contact Ernest G Cooper at 651 Denton or Law Building Denton MD for listings and selling assistance.
A testimonial ad claims RAT SNAP effectively ends rodent problems at a homestead. The user reports rats killed and no live rats after a few days, noting chickens eggs and feed losses previously occurred. The product is offered in three sizes priced at 35c 6Be and $1.25 with sale exclusively at a local outlet.
Building lots priced from 150 dollars and up and bunga lots from 1500 dollars and up. Easy terms and possession at once. Apply to H C Wright at 4208 Second Street Denton Maryland. Notice date appears as 8 20 tf.
Desirable residence on the north side Market street in Denton between Sixth and Seventh has electric lights, bath and ample outbuildings. Immediate possession with generous terms. Street details and location indicate a ready-to-move property listing for prospective buyers.
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