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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1931
Page
2
A historic tribute marks Thomas Alva Edison’s passing as nations mourn and cities dim the lamps he invented. The article lauds his vast contributions, noting the immense economic and moral uplift from his inventions and predicting enduring influence beyond the grave.
Senator William H. King of Utah will broadcast The Vanishing State on The Sentinels Hour Sunday October 25 at 1 30 p m The program analyzes centralization of the federal government and its impact on state power, urging public thought on home rule and state control.
The piece argues merchants abandon proven newspaper advertising during weak business cycles. It cautions against schemes like trading stamps and coupon ventures that mainly profit promoters. Observing large stores shows, when commerce falters, those using established advertising methods stay afloat while others chase flashy new plans.
The piece argues that times of hardship prompt calls for more federal action and relief measures but contends the true remedy is industrial development to create jobs. It warns that high taxes and government interference hinder recovery and stresses private capital as the key driver.
Editorial questions the lack of a clear Republican legislative agenda amid farm relief failures and Smoot Hawley tariff backlash. It notes President Hoover’s conference proposals on rediscount liberalization, Farm Land Bank capital, and War Finance Corporation revival, arguing the minority cannot set the agenda. It also covers the Women’s International League peace caravan delivering disarmament petitions to Hoover.
The text argues against excessive taxation and rapid public spending. It states individuals and investors won’t undertake projects if taxes threaten affordability or profits. Government should promote industry and employment but slow billion-dollar relief schemes funded by taxpayers.
Twenty five years ago reports emphasize plea for U S action at the Geneva Disarmament Conference to curb naval and military arms race amid postwar deficits and hardship. Charities and Quaker aid progress in Bryn Mawr Wales. Lagarde gifts fund village rehabilitation and a Geneva peace moment caption.
Reese Theatre in Harrington schedules a busy week with family variety show Oct 23 24 featuring the second Knute Rockne short. The main event runs Mon Tue Oct 26 27 presenting Theodore Dreiser’s An American Tragedy starring Phillips Holmes Sylvia Sidney and Francis Dee. Also shows Sporting Blood with Clark Gable Madge Evans Oct 28 29 and a Halloween Vaudeville week ending Oct 31 plus the Marchand Radio Revue from WCAU WLIT WIP featuring ten kid dancers. Regional Red Cross conference Oct 27 at Lord Baltimore Hotel includes Gov Ritchie and other officials.
Friday entry notes poor arithmetic progress and teacher doubt. Saturday reports a burglary scene, missing ring blamed on the father. Sunday mentions a paper story on spying a husband, causing doubt about travel. Monday discusses Santa Claus denial and Hoover coverage. Tuesday records a parental review of a report with a harsh remark. Wednesday describes insomnia and medication disturbing sleep. Thursday notes Ant Emmy’s nephew learning taxi driving in the city.
Joe Cook brings the musical Fine and Dandy to Ford's Theatre Baltimore for a week starting Monday night October 26 with matinees on Wednesday and Saturday. The production features Kay Swift music and Paul James lyrics with a 126 person company and lavish sets, following prior runs in New York Boston and Philadelphia.
The New Plaza Theatre Milford lists vaudeville and film attractions for October 23 to 31. Dorothy Varnett & Co. perform Dance Flashes of 1931, with Cecil B. DeMille’s The Squaw Man and Laurel and Hardy Come Clean, plus Aesop’s Fisherman’s Luck. Subsequent screens include An American Tragedy starring Sylvia Sidney, Phillips Holmes, and Francis Dee, Daughter of the Dragon with Anna May Wong, and Sporting Blood featuring Clark Gable, Madge Evans, and Ernest Terrence.
In loving memory of our dear father Bayard Nichols who departed this life one month ago today. One month ago you left us how we miss your loving face. A beautiful life is ended none on earth can take your place. By his daughters Bertha M Culver and Odella C Covey.
The All Women's Air Carnival returns to Curtiss-Wright Airport Baltimore on Sunday afternoon October 26 with Amelia Earhart Putnam flying an autogyro among three autogyros. Thousands attended the May 3 event. this edition features races stunts spot landings parachute jumps and new events such as a potato race and a high speed free for all. Noted pilots including Louise Thaden Helen Richey Mary Alexander Opal Kunz and Fay Gillis will participate with a dance Saturday night at Curtiss-Wright hangars and carnival HQ at the Lord Baltimore Hotel.
Charles S. Wilson of the Federal Farm Board said farm relief hinges on producers joining cooperative associations. He warned against relying on legislation alone, noting price relief comes from mass action and unified production and sales. He cited the Dairymen's League Association of New York as a positive example.
Bethlehem hosts a Hallowe en social at the Bethlehem Community House on Wednesday evening Oct 28 with games and a sale of ice cream cakes pies and candy. Attendees are urged to come masked. Local visits include Sam Smith and Ernest Dunn of Hurlock visiting Lee Smith and family.
In loving memory of Mrs Harry A Porter who departed this life one year ago Oct 23 1930 Not Dead But Sleepeth Loving and kind in all her ways Upright and just to the end of her days sincere and true in her heart and mind Beautiful memories she left behind Sadly missed by Husband Brothers and Sisters
Ridgely residents Mr. T. C. Cahall and Mr. Charles High report losses of poultry to thieves. Mrs. Mary Wooters plans a Philadelphia visit Tuesday through Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Gaitley visited Cumberland last Sunday. Mrs. Mary Knotts visited her son in Salisbury last week.
The Caroline County Orphans Court met with Judges West Towers and Fleetwood approving numerous matters. Administrators were authorized to deposit funds for minors Raymond Keilman and Sarah Clemson and to withdraw sums for Alfred M. Bilbrough and Ralph G. Bilbrough. Final accounts were filed for Ada Bilbrough Rufus Love and others, appointments were made for new administrators, appraisers were named, and wills were proved or probated including Mary T. Fisher and Thomas H. McMahan estates with notices to creditors ordered.
Federalaburg I Morris, longtime local politician and Star mail route operator, suffered a severe leg cut and facial and chest bruises when his mail truck hit a concrete abutment while returning from Bridgeville. Substitute driver C W Handy covers Morris's duties. Henrietta Pruitt appointed supplementary playground supervisor for county schools. R C Taylor transferred to Queen Anne. M E Marvel succeeds in the local railroad office. Rev Adam W Miller broadcast sermon from Wilmington station after revival services in Chester.
We acknowledge the many acts of kindness and sympathy during our bereavement of Sallie A. Taylor with sincere thanks. The floral tributes were very much appreciated.
A rehearsal is scheduled for the women taking part in the women’s banquet program on Saturday October 24 at 8 00 p m in the Parish House Denton. Participants are asked to attend with costumes and those who can sing but are not in the program are welcome to join.
Five o’clock October 9 1781 General Washington stood before Yorktown with a smouldering fuse ready to fire the first American gun. French batteries roared as Touraine guns pounded British ships while Yorktown’s fall neared. Washington coordinated a daring move from the Hudson to Chesapeake, aided by DeGrasse, to trap Cornwallis.
Members and friends attend a luncheon on Thursday October 29 at 1 pm with Mrs J B Fassitt of Rising Sun Maryland as principal speaker She heads Cecil county Rural Women and will speak on music A program features solos songs dramatizations and a short talk The Willing Workers Bible Class Denton serves luncheon Tickets cost 5 0 cents.
The annual event will be served by the ladies of Thawley's M. P. Church on Friday evening November 13 from five to eight.
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