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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1935
Page
2
A compact archival line notes postal matter entered at the Denton Maryland post office as second class main matter on a Saturday morning, November 30 1935. The entry records the formal mailing status and date for the period.
The piece argues enforcement is essential alongside education and engineering to reduce crashes. It cites a National Bureau survey showing lax laws raise fatalities. urges intelligent, nonharsh enforcement and self enforcement by drivers and pedestrians to curb deaths and injuries on roads.
The Department of Commerce notes higher retail trade last week across many cities as colder weather boosted demand in some regions while others benefited from warmer days. Prospects point to strong holiday volume, with auto and home goods selling well and jewelry, leather goods, and books gaining interest. Ohio and New England show payroll and production gains, while farm prices stay stable overall amid mixed commodity trends.
October sales of leading chain stores and mail order houses rose above last year, with ten month totals near two billion dollars, groceries up 4 percent over 1934, and confectionery sales at sixty one million. US exports reached 221.2 million in October, up from September and year earlier, while imports rose 17 percent. Building permits valued at 87.1 million marked the strongest October since 1931, with permits 17.6 percent higher than September and 78.1 percent above October last year.
The Maryland Tuberculosis Association proclaims December 1 as Christmas Seal Sunday to spotlight the annual 29th Tuberculosis Christmas Seals sale. Clergy are urged to describe the seal’s work in prevention, discovery, and cure. Maryland’s TB death rate has fallen from 204.1 to 79.4 per 100,000, with Washington County posting the best regional record. Countywide rates for the year are listed.
The piece argues that radio and newspapers complement each other for news and advertising. Radio excels in spot updates during disasters, but readers obtain complete events from newspapers. Manufacturers still rely on newspapers for long term advertising, as readers can ignore ads, while radio ads risk fatigue from repetition.
An editorial from The Rotarian Magazine notes the 100th birth anniversary of Mark Twain sparks talk of his global punchlines while many Americans of his era failed to recognize his genius, with Boston cited as slow to appreciate his talent.
Stephen Leacock praises Samuel Langhorne Clemens known as Mark Twain for his detached yet truthful humor. He traces humor from ancient four fluids to a modern sense of wholesome wit that comes from both heart and mind, contrasting Twain’s kind with mere mockery.
Edward P. Curran, Safety Director of the Keystone Automobile Club of Maryland, pledges full cooperation with safety agencies in Roosevelt’s drive to reduce highway deaths. He calls reckless driving a dangerous weapon and urges competent driving as the cure to the accident problem.
After touring European police and prison systems AG Cummings reports the U S locks up more of its population than England Belgium and France. He cites easy gun access as a key driver of crime and urges Congress to extend registration to pistols revolvers and heavier weapons. He notes 2047 firearms and 273326 rounds were stolen from National Guard armories since 1933.
Denton merchants advertise early holiday sales with specials on Christmas goods. Shop now to access fuller stocks before Christmas rush limits choices and forces purchases of remaining items. Bonafide stock advantages are emphasized to encourage preholiday buying.
The Burrsville PTA will host a box social in the old school house next Friday evening December 6. Ladies will supply boxes that will be auctioned or sold at the event.
Editorial notes celebrate a revival in sales quotas and business optimism under Roosevelt policies. It criticizes partisan criticism and questions consumer price concerns, noting Canada tariff changes and grange protests amid recovery.
Dr. Richard C. Leonard of the State Health Department explains Vincent's infection or trench mouth as a highly infectious germ disease. It can spread through direct mouth contact or shared utensils and is linked to poor mouth hygiene and general health. Diagnosis relies on lab tests, with treatment guiding to early cure and ongoing testing. Patient cooperation and resistance influence recovery.
Mrs Laura Parris and Mrs Rosa Hurd with son Henry visit relatives in Wilmington and Philadelphia. Mr and Mrs Ernest Knotts of Chester visit his parents Mr and Mrs J W Price. Mr Crawford Garrett of Chester spends part of last week with his parents Mr and Mrs A T Garrett.
Christmas Eve and December 25 mean no mail delivery. Post offices warn the public to shop and mail early to avoid congestion. Notices urge careful packing, complete addresses, fragile and perishable markings, and prepaid postage to ensure timely deliveries.
Card of thanks from her children expressing gratitude for support during bereavement. Acknowledges sympathy and floral offerings for their mother Annie Porteus.
The many friends who offered sympathy in word and deed after the tragic death of T. Purdy Richard and his wife, Katie Richard, are gratefully acknowledged by their family. Their loss is mourned, and appreciation is extended for the support shown during the difficult time.
Twenty five rabbits were killed by a hunter at Tuckahoe Neck in two days last week. Denton merchants plan holiday displays and advertise for Christmas shoppers. Numerous local people noted in obituary and wedding notices include Rev William E Henry, aged 35, former Easton and Southern Caroline pastor, and the marriage of Miss Addie Hubbard to Mr Frederick Blades at Bethlehem.
Ridgely theaters unveil a varied lineup starting Saturday with Outlawed Guns where Ruth Channing confronts a masked killer using a boot clue. December brings Hands Across The Table a comedy romance about wealth, ambition, and unlikely love in Manhattan. Bad Boy follows a pool hall owner who must choose between crime and love. Way Down East portrays a strong woman facing social ostracism in 1890s New England and finding rightful love at last.
A collection of aphorisms on judgment charity wisdom and life pleasures from J Mason Addison and Paul. It cites the Bible view of man as the temple of God and warns against ruling passion for praise as a form of flattery or calumny.
A whimsical diary recounts a week of oddball happenings and local characters. The entries name Jake Mickey Hoolagen Lizzy Tubbs Clem Wadkins and Slim Jeters among others as they stumble through arrests elopements court contempt and comic misfires in a rural setting.
Dentonia Theatre schedules I Live My Life starring Joan Crawford Friday and Saturday with two shows at 7 and 9. If I Had A Million features W C Fields and cast including Gary Cooper George Raft and more on Monday Tuesday. Monday night is Lucky Night with 10 gifts. The Payoff screens Wednesday only with two shows at 7 and 9 and a $25 jackpot coupon prize at Centenia.
The Epworth League business meeting at Wesley Church met in the Community House on Thursday evening November 21. After business and social hour hostesses Mrs Everett Smith and Mrs Lena Thawley served refreshments. Mrs Henry Stafford and Mrs Fred Parker will entertain the December meeting. Mrs Elias Parson is quite ill at her home nearby.
Sealed bids for the Greensboro High School addition in Greensboro Maryland will be received by the Caroline County Board of Education in Denton up to 11 00 A M Saturday December 7 1940 and publicly opened and read. A 2000 bid bond or certified check must accompany each bid. One set of plans and specifications may be obtained for a 15 deposit from the Denton office after November 29 1940. Financing partly by the Federal Emergency Administration of Public Works under PW A regulations. No bid may be withdrawn for 30 days after December 7. Contact Benjamin C Willis Superintendent or Malone Williams Architects for more details. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids. BENJAMIN C WILLIS Secretary.
Desirable furnished house available on Market Street in Denton. Apply at the 11 30 Denton Journal office.
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