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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1930
Page
4
War correspondent and author Hendrik Willem van Loon argues in Rotarian Magazine that modern universities fail to relate to real life. He says classical education once served practical needs and laments the split between “academic” and “practical” learning, urging a shift before his sons pursue college.
The British Imperial Conference opens in London on September 30 with Premiers from self-governing dominions meeting under Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald. The agenda prioritizes economic questions, tariffs, overseas settlement, transport, and communications, signaling these topics will dominate future conferences.
The British Empire conference weighs dominion interests and tariff policy as Dominions seek an imperial economic unit. General Smuts raises questions of freedom under dominion status and possible secession. England focuses on economic issues with global implications for the empire and world markets.
This piece extols the value of organized effort and diplomatic leadership in civic groups. It compares coordinating diverse personalities to guiding unruly calves, highlighting diplomacy, inclusion, and patient planning as keys to success. Denton lists highlight local organizations providing community leadership.
A Texas optometrist finds many inmates in state penal institutions with vision defects. He notes that harsh treatment for obstinacy or stupidity often masks underlying vision problems. The piece cites Roosevelt’s early vision issues and urges identifying trouble to aid the child rather than punishment.
The article notes a trend toward attractive farm homes with well kept lawns shrubbery and shade trees in Caroline County. It argues beautified farm surroundings improve curb appeal and potentially fetch higher prices, despite farmers being busy in the field during peak season.
Wisconsin experiment association assistant secretary E. D. Holden warns seed corn must be dried promptly after harvest to preserve germination. He notes frost damages undried ears, stresses warm dry air circulation, and says corn dried to under 14 percent moisture stores safely. extra harvesting care boosts next year’s yields.
Ten year tally of violent deaths exceeds World War American casualties. Denton faces rising automobile hazards as car numbers grow. Recommend fenced playgrounds and marked approaches to schools, conspicuous grade crossing signs, flashing lights, and vigilant driving to reduce deaths and injuries. Citizens urged to adopt safety ideas.
A well known authority forecasts 1930 will close with about 36000 automobile deaths, several thousand more than last year. Recklessness and incompetence on the roads are blamed, with calls for stricter driver licensing exams and modern traffic ordinances to reduce accidents nationwide.
The event will discuss salvaging old macadam and building farm to market roads as a relief measure to boost employment and rail freight, alleviate highway congestion, and improve year round rural access. Experts from Farm Bureau, AAA, and railway groups will address practical road solutions and costs.
Wayside marketing becomes a notable business as city residents learn they can buy fresh fruits and vegetables directly from farmers. Farmers on busy thoroughfares can add substantially to income by selling produce directly to buyers, gaining quality produce at savings.
The article argues farmers and consumers benefit from direct farm sales but cites unfair competition as city dealers buy produce on weekends and holidays, selling inferior goods to motorists as farm fresh. It urges better city rural understanding and mentions protective associations forming to enforce anti fraudulent merchandising laws.
Ex president Coolidge argues that investigating campaign expenses is not a dignified spectacle yet questions whether a candidate who buys a seat adds to the body's dignity. The piece weighs the role of detectives in upholding integrity within the deliberative process.
Editorial notes discuss Turkey and Greece agreeing to discontinue national observances rekindling war memories. The piece cites peace as practical Statesmanship, urges constructive peacetime focus, and surveys gasoline costs, League of Nations financing, new Russian calendar, Virgil anniversary observances, Portuguese autonomy requests, Balkan talks, and Japan's ratification of a naval treaty. A memorial poem to Susie Marie Collison appears at end.
Denton area items report a new fire hose building at the water plant, a sprained ankle from a bicycle incident, the Elkton murder case of John M. Simpers, and road contracts in Fifth district for shell road work. Also noted are multiple weddings and engagements in Denton and nearby towns, church events, travel notes, and a rector’s anniversary at St. John’s parish.
A brief moral note from The Christian Science Monitor urges readers to seek the spirit in others and curb unkind critical remarks. It advocates mindful listening and respectful behavior toward fellow people. The message emphasizes kindness and constructive thoughts in daily conduct.
A promotional note invites readers to subscribe to The Journal for full access to chanty news coverage. The offer emphasizes comprehensive reporting and ongoing updates on maritime labor and sea shanties.
Ross Farquar recounts a week of diary entries from a boy in school. He notes crushes on Jane, fear of being the “one man girl,” a Saturday disappointment, a new preacher, misadventures at school, and a mistaken belief about Chicago as the capital of Illinois. The tone is confessional and humorous with youthful misunderstandings.
Premier Metropolitan tenor Giovanni Martinelli discusses broadcasting impact and reach as he performs on the Atwater Kent Radio Hour October 19. He will sing three love songs from Meyerbeer, Bizet, and Ponchielli with the Atwater Kent Orchestra under Josef Pasternack, accompanied by Guiseppe Banboschek.
The Briggs family gathers at seven for breakfast with parents Briggs and Bill present while Dot dresses and Tom sleeps late. The menu features bacon muffins and stewed apricots with farina, plus a weekly rotation of prepared breakfast options from Monday to Saturday, including drinks and varied dishes.
Comic star Ed Wynn known as The Perfect Fool brings Ziegfelds Simple Simon to the Maryland Theatre Baltimore next week with matinees on Wednesday and Saturday. The production, built from nursery rhyme characters, features lavish design by John Harkrider and Joseph Urban, with Harriet Hector as lead supporting player and a large company including Win Shaw Margaret Breen Marjorie De Haven and more.
The Christian Science Monitor offers a moral reflection praising humility and kindness. It counsels readers to seek comfort in virtues when faced with slander and betrayal, noting that the worst fruits attract wasps for those who neglect humility.
Easton hosts W C T U banquet with local and visiting members. Social rounds include visits to Oxford, Wilmington, and Caroline County families. birthdays and anniversaries mark weekends and Sundays. Community Club meets Monday. promotion day ahead at the Reformed church school.
The death of Mrs Mira B Edson Kohler is announced. Daughter of the late Rev Samuel Edson former rector of Christ Church Denton she died October 8 in Bridgeport Conn and was buried October 11 in All Saints churchyard Navesink N J. At sixty three she pursued editorial work for Childhood magazine and artistic endeavors. she planned an artists colony near Bridgeport. Survivors include brothers John L Edson and Herbert G Edson of New Jersey and sisters Mrs James P Wagon of Delphi Ind and Mrs Daniel M Charlin of Kent Conn.
Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Lare hosted Sunday guests including Mrs. G. R. Layton and Ollie Layton of Lewes, and Mr. and Mrs. George Layton Jr., with Palmer Lare. Mrs. C. R. Neal’s guests included Mrs. G H Fritz Randolph and Mrs. Proof. C R Neal also noted for painting his home. Mr. Calvin Williams and Mr. Brooks Lare visited relatives. Mr. Williams stayed with Daniel and Mrs. Williams.
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