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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1929
Page
4
The item notes a weekly publication published every Saturday by Melvin and Johnson Incorporated with Benjamin H. Johnson serving as President and Treasurer.
The article argues that consistent store-news advertising in local newspapers can crush mail-order buying and boost town retailers. It urges merchants to study mail-order catalog supplements and craft compelling ads with illustrations to attract customers, stressing ongoing newspaper promotion as vital to building a staple, loyal clientele.
A historical notes on community growth outlining four key traits for progress. It stresses public spirited leadership, broad cooperation, avoidance of the carping mindset, and entrepreneurial drive among business leaders as essential. It notes leadership often arises from supportive mass participation.
The piece defends farmers from ridicule noting their harvests determine national prosperity. It honors their toil and acknowledges risks from weather pests and drought. It urges collective support when conditions threaten yields and national welfare.
The article notes college students displaying business savvy by successfully obtaining money from a father figure. It highlights their entrepreneurial approach and the financial outcome of their efforts.
An editorial urges motorists to slow near schoolhouses as children hurry to and from class. It warns that youngsters lack judgment and may dart into streets, urging drivers to keep cars under control and prevent accidents.
Editorial discusses the United States of Europe concept and Briand proposals with emphasis on economic links and peaceful cooperation. It contrasts this with Senate tariff debates, Hoover administration attitudes, and rising federal costs, noting 1929 expenditures and projections.
Expenditures for 1929 rose about 214 thousand dollars above 1928, with current-year costs projected to reach around 450 million more than 1928. An advisory census panel proposes 1930 parish wide migration survey to count farm-to-city moves, asking if each person left farming in the past year.
One of last season's great musical comedies arrives at the Maryland Theatre Baltimore for a coast to coast tour starting Monday October 14. The breezy campus spoof Hello Yourself blends comedy and revue with song and dance as a college setting satirizes a playwriting contest and campus rules. The cast features leading performers from New York and Chicago with Tommy Bohn Helen Goodhue Dave Ray Al Nord and Florence Hedges among others plus dancing units The Dave Gould Girls and the Nita Rosso Rockets.
A concise reflection on emotional wealth, quoting Hume's idea that hope and joy constitute real riches, while fear and sorrow amount to real poverty. The note frames happiness as core value and cautions against dwelling in negativity.
Twenty five years ago prices for wheat and corn are listed. Cambridge to have free mail delivery after December 1. Berlin to consider water works after a large fire. Diptheria cases reported in the First district. Catfish of seven pounds dressed caught near Coward's Point. Circuit Court convened with Judge Martin presiding and a grand jury panel named. Invites issued for Annie K Beauchamp's wedding to Howard J Franklin Owens with a Southern tour planned. Attendants named. church dedication and notable visitors noted. Sunday School to present a Service-Book in memory of Louisa Barnhart.
Loving daughter Sadie Jeffery recalls Edith Layton Andrews who died five years ago on October 6. The verse laments the river between and longs to see her face as the shadows grow dark and gray. Another verse honors son Paul Sewell who died a year ago on October 14 with memory as a golden chain and sorrow at parting. Mother and Father.
We thank neighbors and friends for assistance in our recent sad bereavement of husband and father C. FE. Jones and for tributes of flowers and use of cars to the funeral. Mrs. C. FE. Jones and family. An ounce of cheerfulness in worth no pound of sadness to serve God. Pul ler.
Frid ay almost got myself in trouble with the teacher at school while planning for a game the next day. Saturday notes mention selling unneeded items to send money to missionaries abroad. Sunday the class discusses reading Ben Hur, despite a parent's disapproval. Monday shopping and a strange comment about someone’s small stature. Tuesday Scout plans spark concerns about fundraising and teasing. Wednesday dad contemplates leaving the golf club as a poor bridge player. Thursday a party honors a girl preparing to study hospitality abroad as a missionary for the church.
The fifth year for the Abwater Kent Radio Hour opens Sunday night October 13 with Rosa Ponselle, Met Opera soprano, assisted by a chorus and a 24 piece orchestra conducted by Josef Pasternack. The season features renowned artists including Werrenrath, Omer, Kurenko, Alda, Seidel, Tokatyan, Harrison, Spalding, Ja gel, and Thomas among others. Ponselle’s rise from Meriden to the Metropolitan is outlined, with her radio appearance opening on Verdi and her career highlights noted. Her program includes Verdi arias, Bizet Carmen selections, Liszt Liebestrau m, and My Old Kentucky Home, ending with Habanera and more.
A Baltimore County circular by Dr. W. C. Stone urges nourishing meals for children to prevent tooth decay. It stresses milk daily, eggs and greens, regular meals, and twice daily brushing, especially before bed, plus careful use of floss and avoidance of toothpicks.
Economic commentary notes common stocks show modest losses while favored groups drop to low levels. Bull market overhang and high money rates hint at further price declines. earnings exceed past years but fail to keep pace with prices. The piece predicts a cooling in the stock market amid overbought conditions and potential reduced business activity. Also reviewed is Pleasure Crazed, Fox Movietone's all dialogue film headed for the Opera House this week with Marguerite Churchill and Ken Mac leading a notable cast.
Mrs Alice H Ross visited Wilmington Philadelphia and New England. Relatives of Col onel Buckingham Governor Bucking ham of Connecticut were guests in the state. Mr and Mrs William Cooper of Philadelphia and George Kite and wife visited Miss Maggie Melvin and Robby. Mr Kite is an electrician in New Jersey. Mrs R Wesley Ross completed rural courses at Teachers College Columbia University. Frank Thorp returned to California, sister Evangeline joined to Georgia. Lewis Slaughter Jr hosted relatives for their fifth wedding anniversary. Mrs Clarence Lofland returned from Middletown visit. John Smith and Laura Smith repaired out buildings. Mrs Walter Camper toured Asheville NC. Many preparing for Hallowe en.
Miss Dorothy Holsinger visits family in Neffsville while Mrs. Saulsbury and children return from Centreville. Mrs. Elma and Louise Wilson stay at Denton Methodist parsonage. Sermons and PTA events loom, with a DeGrachey sale planned. Local visits include Mrs. Bertha Madara in town and Mr. Morton Holsinger from Philadelphia. Other items mention Dr. Brackett in Baltimore and Mrs. Smith visiting New York State. An inauguration date dispute and radio broadcasts spark local discussion as the Rough Riders give way to the Rough Drivers amid a waning march of progress and the era’s pace.
Bird Newell drives a Chevrolet Coupe along Yellowstone Park's 160 mile daily newspaper route from Gardiner at 10 20 a m to Mam moth Lodge returning by 6 20 p m. The route serves several hundred summer subscribers in isolated camps and hotels, covering 42 000 miles with only $58 50 in servicing costs. The driver averages 32 mph with five hours of actual driving, four 45 minute stops, and remarkable reliability.
A compact note reflects on the power of music and cheerful work, quoting Carlyle Shakespeare and Montaigne, then contrasts a remark about locals who believe their town is asleep with the idea of using advertising to wake it up. The piece ties cultural reflections to a call for proactive town promotion.
The Ladies' Aid of the M. P. Church at Choptank will meet on October 15 in the evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Spence. All are asked to attend.
Frigidaire markets its mechanical refrigeration with a bold pledge after three months use. If customers do not deem it the best home investment, the company will refund every dollar and remove the unit. Prices start at $195.00 and up, offered by M. K. Newnam.
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