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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1933
Page
2
Mary Melvin serves as vice president and secretary. The notice records her as entered at the Denton Maryland Post Office as second class mail matter on Saturday morning October 7 1933.
An economist filed a report from Gastonia North Carolina showing improved employment conditions under NRA codes. He cites a rise in school registrations for fall 1933 and a drop in child labor with mills no longer employing children as workers. Wages flow and prosperity return as young workers stay in school. The piece contrasts former abuse with gains attributed to code enforcement and frames the change as a win for American childhood.
A study in economics notes government efforts to lift prices and restore buying power while raising questions about the public facing higher prices with or without wage gains and sales taxes. It cites motor fuel taxes totaling about six cents per gallon, nearly half the price, and warns tax hikes may suppress demand and curb government revenue, slowing economic recovery.
Secretary of Labor Perkins urges a national Child Health Conference this fall to address widespread child undernourishment in the United States. She cites about one fifth of schoolchildren as undernourished, roughly seven million children, and notes milk and vegetables as the key cures.
A simple coat of paint and decorative touches help homes stand out along the road. The brief note highlights curb appeal ideas for distinguishing a residence with basic, inexpensive improvements.
Editorial notes trace Arthur Henderson's disarmament push across Europe, citing Geneva talks and Paris to Berlin visits. It highlights outcomes from 1921 League findings on private arms manufacture, Britain's Vickers empire, and the drive for international regulation.
Appealing lettering and a memorable name enhance a farm entrance and landscape. A well named sign nailed to a tree or post adds distinction, while printed stationery bearing the farm name promotes individuality among neighbors.
Agreement to present a solid front upon reconvening October 16, outlines of a treaty expected to be shown. Turkey and Greece sign September 12 amity pact ending Balkan enmity. Poet urges mutual responsibility at conferences. Four airbase stepping stones planned across Atlantic for airship routes. League of Nations Labor Office to publish Roosevelt recovery codes in trio of languages in two weeks.
Fire Prevention Week urges education and cooperation across Maryland communities. The piece notes Chicago’s 1871 fire as a catalyst, cites presidential proclamations since 1917, and highlights the link between prevention and lower fire insurance premiums and taxes. It calls for inspections, safer homes, and active company participation amid rising annual losses.
C Howard Wittle appeals for public support in fire safety measures urging inspection of public places and passage of fire prevention bills. He cites total Maryland fires and losses, contrasts state and local fire departments, and commends volunteers who fund ambulances and first aid efforts while noting private homes are exempt from inspections.
Robert P. Reagan age 33 son of Mr and Mrs W T Reagan of Sfyn son near here native of Dorchester county died in Elkton Hospital early Saturday morning after a brief illness. Survived by parents four brothers and two sisters. Funeral service conducted by Rev B E Warren of Church of God held Monday afternoon in undertaker's chapel and burial in East New Market cemetery. Two cars stolen from town streets recovered by Constable Thomas L Nichols two miles south on unfrequented river road. Cars belonged to Wilmer Fell Davis and Theodore Sehulke of Preston were found abandoned nearby. Mrs Elwood Barley and Miss Ruth Vicheos teachers assigned to mental maturity tests in county schools under Miss A May Thompson. Miss Ethel Jester and Miss Frances Vickers acting substitutes for absent staff. Centreville Driving Club representatives visited town to obtain measurements for new stables at Diving Park, plan to erect similar stables.
The State Department of Public Instruction awarded Mrs. Alice The Ross a certificate for years of perfect attendance as a public schoolteacher in Delaware. Ross received offers for a Chicago business position from the Universal Institute of Kansas City Missouri and a local home business post. Carl Price and mother Roxana Price attended the Airpet Dedication. Carl enjoyed an air ride. George Vincent suffered two fingers cut off, prompting sympathy from all. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Price hosted many relatives for a dinner. Miss Louise Layton attends Business College in Wilmington.
Twenty five years ago events include Dr Britton D Evans selling the John Wesley Temple farm near Templeville to Wenny Powell, the last public school fund distribution by Comptroller Hering, and a rainfall update with three weeks of drought ending after a Monday night shower. obituary notes Mrs Wesley Rickards at sixty two. local business changes include Bruce Brumbaugh as Cambridge Steam Laundry agent and boats and farm sales near Anthony’s Mills. Court activity looms with the Karabines suit over a $15,000 verdict and a Denton depot accident damages case. Weather figures show mean 66 degrees for September with 2.28 inches rainfall.
Greensboro and Henderson area happenings include family visits for birthdays and showers, a dinner in honor of Mrs Hutson and her son, and several Sunday visits among neighbors. Accidents include W H Melvin’s fall from scaffolding and Blackey the dog struck by a car. Illness notes mention Joe Simpson with double pneumonia and Asbury Hubbard’s appendicitis operation.
Burrsville Unity Club will meet at Mrs. T. Mason Baxter's home Friday October 13 at 2 pm to discuss plans for the Flower Show and Fall Exhibit to be held October 25 and 26. Members and officers are urged to attend. Several local residents visited relatives and attended services, with updates on hospital and family events.
Miss Edna Adams hosted the Bloomery Aid at her home on Wednesday with about fifty members and visitors, the largest meeting in a long time. The next gathering will be hosted by Mrs. Blanche Adams with hopes for a similar turnout. Advisory Council met at the Denton Court House on Thursday. Residents visiting relatives included Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Hubbard and Mrs. Grace Horsey and two children. Grace Adams and others visited relatives. preaching at Bloomery Sunday at 3 p.m.
Mrs Emma Howard hosted a Sunday gathering including Mr and Mrs George Poole Mr and Mrs Richard McQuay Mr W E McQuay and Miss Sara Howard all of Easton along with Mr and Mrs Herman Steenken of Harmony Mr and Mrs Jerome Howard and Dolly their daughter of Hurlock Also Misses Nora Lydia and Pearl Garman stayed with Miss Hilda Daffin and sisters on Sunday afternoon Last Miss Genevieve Emerson and Miss Louise Howard visited Misses Minnie and Edith Patchett Mrs George Howard visits relatives near East New Market this week George Howard ill with flu and confined to bed.
Ridgely residents hosted Paul Neff and family from Philadelphia. Rev. John J. Boelman from Annapolis conducts a mission in the Catholic Church. Roche family visited John Meekin in Greensboro. Ellenberger to preach at Methodist Church next Sunday. Sewing Circle to serve a turkey supper on the eleventh. Frank Flounders and Lorraine Swing visit Cambridge and Maplewood, N J. Neal Richardson returns to his flower shop after appendicitis surgery in Easton Hospital. Put in that Want Advertisement.
The listing covers Ralph Thomas Blades Joseph Blanche Orville Blosser Charles R Bradley Lambertine C Bradley Otto C Brauchle Earl Breeding Thomas M Breeding Solomon Brewington and Solomon Brewington with service details. It records entry dates ranks units overseas service Meuse Argonne and discharge dates across multiple branches and locations.
Slats notes a rough school start, reading about the four Horsemen of the Metropolis, and plans for racing stories. He recounts family chatter on marriage, secret-keeping, a missed pitcher show, and a neighbor's prices rising with advice on saving by delaying clothes purchases.
Mrs. I T Saulsbury hosted her sister Mrs Lida Jarrell and Miss Victoria Roe of Greensboro. Betty Smith visiting Baltimore hospital trained staff visited her mother Mrs R E Smith. Irwin Hevalow Annie and Lulu Hevalow spent weekend with Jas Lane in Philadelphia. Robert Dean Jr of S S Steel Ranger visited parents as ship docked in Baltimore. Delia Thomas and Ed ward Stephens of Rehoboth were guests of H B Laird. Stella Diefenderfer entertained W S Short and Richard son of Wilmington. Ladies Aid to meet October Thursday in Sunday School room. Nat Goodwin of Baltimore visited D T Swing earlier week.
The Caroline County Dog Show Association will stage its fourth annual show on Friday October 27. Judges and attractions to be announced as plans develop, with full details to follow next week. Entries have taxed show rooms with growing interest this year.
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