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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1920
Page
2
Denton Journal page two reports local notices and brief items for Saturday morning, November 27, 1920. Names listed include Roward Neulvin, Johnson Mehlvin and Johnson, publishers listed as Denton Journal.
A former Delawarean and Kansas City lawyer, Elmer N. Powell, urged the use of corporal punishment in Missouri during an address to the Kansas City Bar Association. He cited Delaware’s history and defended the whipping post, noting widespread support from criminologists and judges and limited opposition from one state prison warden.
A dinner will be held in honor of Mr. Frank A Munsey, recently named owner of the Baltimore American, at Hotel Rennett on November 30. Frank A Munsey has purchased the Baltimore American. General Felix Agnus, a veteran editor and publisher, retires after a lengthy year of service.
An Annapolis Capitol article argues the Democratic Party survived the Civil War era setbacks. It notes postwar growth, Cleveland's two elections, Woodrow Wilson's reelection, and the need for two strong parties to balance government. It warns against ultra-conservatism and advocates progressive reform as the party's path.
The piece argues for growing public support for the income tax as open and fair, contrasting indirect taxation with a visible levy. It cites opposition from capitalists and notes a shift toward a simple percent payment while reflecting on the Mosaic law as historical precedent and justification. ELH. Parnisson, 1D, 2D.
Editor letters urge continued Red Cross support after the war detailing fund allocation. One dollar split includes portions to national treasury and chapter work, with most funds aiding sick and wounded soldiers and relief for families. Examples from Evergreen and Walter Reed Hospital illustrate ongoing aid and comfort provided to veterans and service members.
In Caroline County the Red Cross operates with voluntary officers and workers. Since December 1919 aid expanded beyond service men to civilians, supplying food clothing and shelter, arranging medical care and hospital treatment as needs arose. The only limit is funds, provided by local membership dues.
Long roll of winners across many categories including produce fruits and vegetables like tomatoes and beans and sweets such as candy and marmalades. Names include Mrs. Edith Laigneil Mrs. Mabel Duffey Mr. J T Blades and Mrs. Burton Proctor among others. Local awards cover beets rhubarb squash melons apples grapes and various confections with multiple prizes noted for each item.
A list of pie flavors and other entries with prize notes including lemon custard cherry and fruit entries. Names such as Mrs J W Bkrabilh Mrs Robert Butler and Mrs Kate Spence appear for various classes. A market note reports sweet potato brokers shipping carloads with prices ranging from 50 cents to 1.75 per basket and a commentary on stone house profits and wheat-based beer sales.
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