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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1891
Page
2
The piece asserts a strong Democratic victory probability in November, noting favorable reports, a disciplined party, and loyalty to nominees. It describes past primary contests as contentious but claims Democrats are uniting in a solid front, with no vote transfers to Republicans and a goal to surpass the two year earlier majority.
A World opinion piece argues the McKinley tariff failed to raise wages, reduce imports, or lift prices, citing wage cuts, rising imports by $55,000,000, and no price increases. It questions the policy's claimed protections and urges sensible voters to respond. Also notes a Democratic election in Caroline and Baltimore convention outcomes with Latrobe and Kerr acclaimed.
On Thursday afternoon September 17 1891 a gold bracelet was lost on the road from Goldsboro to Ingleside via Baltimore Corner. A reward of five dollars will be paid if left at the Centreville Record office.
Proclamation announces publication of six proposed amendments to Maryland Constitution from the 1850 General Assembly. Amendment numbers one through six cover sections of article two and outline governor’s veto and legislative reconsideration processes, including three-fifths voting, journal entries, and automatic passage if not returned within six days.
The document records proposed amendments to Maryland's constitution filed by the General Assembly in 1890. It outlines sections on corporate creation, taxation, general and special laws, and provisions for statewide referenda. It bears signatures of W.G. Purnell and Carlton Shafer certifying its accuracy.
This item outlines proposed changes to Article 16 of the Maryland Declaration of Rights. It specifies uniform taxation on property, exemptions for public and charitable uses, and authorization for general income tax, with the amendment to be voted on at the next general election. Approved April 3, 1890, Assembly of Maryland.
An act to amend section one of article seven of the Maryland Constitution is proposed by the General Assembly. Three-fifths of all members of both houses concurring adopt the following section as an amendment to the Constitution and are adopted by the legal and qualified voters.
A historical act amends section three of article twelve to empower the Board of Public Works to sell the state's interest in internal improvement works and banking stock, accepting bonds or debt as payment. It sets a general election process with ballots for adoption, requires governor reporting, and is certified by Chief Clerk W. G. Parnell.
Philadelphia shop Tanamither's reports a major Indigo Calico sale with 6 cent prices on 6 cent prints, 15c dress cheviots, 38-inch wool black diagonals, and 46-inch colored cashmeres. Gloves and suede mousquetaires offer low prices. men's overcoats from $10 to $15 and a new fall/winter catalogue available by mail.
The General Assembly proposes amendments to section fifty-one article three and section 61 tax rules for personal property in Maryland. The governor orders publication in multiple newspapers for three months before the November 3, 1891 election, where six amendments will be voted separately.
An advertisement extols James Epps & Co. cocoa as a simple hot beverage that supports digestion and immune resilience. It argues that careful nutrition builds a strong constitution to resist disease and reduce doctor bills, noting the product is sold in half-pound tins by grocers and labeled James Epps & Co. Homeopathic Chemists, London.
Dunnock's returns from the city with the largest selection of dry goods ever exhibited in Denton. The store promises prices lower than competitors and city prices, featuring calicoes, prints, cloths, brocade dress goods, skirts, underwear, hosiery, and gents furnishings. stock must be sold, new lines displayed, no obligation to buy.
Notice to judges and voters that an election will be held Tuesday November 3 1891 in Caroline county for Governor Comptroller Attorney General and other county offices plus six constitutional amendments. Polls open 8 am to 6 pm at designated districts with returns due the following Thursday to the Caroline County Clerk. Sheriff Charles H Shields signs.
Public sale ad offers a fine large stove suitable for a church or hall. Apply at this office for details and purchase.
State of Maryland Treasury Department announces under Article 19 Section 23 that accounting officers in Caroline county are in arrears to the state. The notice, dated October 1, 1891, names debtors and amounts due, signed by L Victor Baughman Comptroller of the Treasury.
Be well dressed with correct styles offered by Mabley & Carew. Men should avoid overstocked extremes. choose quality at fair prices. Suits from 15 to 25 dollars shown in fine materials with guaranteed workmanship. Also good business suits at 12 and up. Examine stock anytime.
The ad promotes light weight and stylish overcoats for men in multiple price tiers from 7.50 to 20 dollars. It emphasizes chilly evenings, a large variety of shapes and shades, and a complete stock ready for inspection.
We were very busy in our Boys and Children's Department the past week. It is teeming with seasonal novelties at moving prices. Suits from 2.50 up, mammoth lines at 5, Long Pant Suits for big boys up to 18 years at 10, in great demand. Higher grades in finest imported and domestic fabrics at low prices. Hats Waists Shirts Pants etc.
A sheriff sale of H. Clay Chaffinch property in Caroline County is scheduled for Tuesday October 27, 1891. The 26 acre timbered tract lies in the Third Election District and is bounded by roads and neighboring lands. Sale will occur in front of the Denton courthouse between 2 and 4 pm to satisfy two writs in favor of William J Neal and Neal asignee of Dr. John W Hignutt, with $200 mortgage to B Gootee Stevens noted.
Examiners appointed by county commissioners to decide public convenience of opening a new road in the Third district. Meeting at the starting point November 5 to o'clock to perform duties. Names: J Boon Dukes Parnell Johnson Matthew Garey.
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