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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1938
Page
5
Voter health program notes a local election day drive for health tags. Community notices announce rentals and sales in Denton Maryland including apartments and household items. Numerous church and club events list suppers, socials, and schedules for November with prices and venues across Caroline County.
Ridgely Mr O B Reed fell ill while visiting his daughters in Washington. Miss Mattie Smith of Denton visited Miss Alice Wilson on Tuesday. Mrs Arthur Scully visited in Wilmington Tuesday and Wednesday. Mrs Paul Hemmons of Centreville was in town Sunday. Mrs Maud Hemmons returned from a visit in Baltimore. Mrs Charles Herzog is spending time in Rehoboth. Mrs Carlile Bennington remains in Fifer Hospital. Joy Hoffman is on the sick list.
A compact quotation set contrasts happiness and justice. The anonymous line notes happiness is not taken from injustice, while Lowell urges resolve in life’s small things.
Bloomery Church invites members and friends to a series of special services led by Mr. and Mrs. Carleton Gibbon. Not strangers, they are favored by the congregation, and attendees are urged to attend.
The Rt Rev George W Davenport bishop of Easton makes his final vistation to Christ Church Denton November 2 7 30 pm Confirmations and sermon then visits Holy Trinity Parish Greensboro November 3 7 30 pm Also notes Eastern Star sermon Denton M E Church and revival services Wesl ey M E Burrsville World Temperance Sunday at Concord Church Mass times for Catholic churches in Denton and Ridgely Confessions at St Elizabeths 745 Sunday and Benedicts 730 Sunday evening
A nostalgic poem praises the Choptank River as a lifelong companion. The speaker recalls childhood joys, notes a sought hillside grave, and declares the river’s eternal flow will outlast time, ending with the speaker’s lingering affection for the river and a signature Olivia P. Roe.
In Providence Rhode Island officials reduced city speed limits to 25 miles per hour after analysis showed speed fueled most fatal crashes. The plan cut annual deaths and nonfatal injuries, with a record 125 days without a fatality and a first six months death rate of 4.7 per 100000. Unwavering enforcement and safety education turned the city into one of the safest in the nation.
The Woman's Home Missionary Society gathered with Mrs. Harry Laird for devotions and a program on The World is My Country. A play featured Mrs. Traveler with Miss Stella Matthews leading. Budget discussions, a Thankoffering Luncheon, and Hobby Show plans were approved alongside cordial visits and community events across Ridgely, including politicians, church activities, and recreation center updates.
Local clubs hold meetings across Ridgely with thirteen members at the homemakers gathering hosted by Mrs. William Jarrell. Events include makeup demonstrations, volunteer coat repairs, and a planned November 18 meeting at Mrs. Mary Wharton’s home.
Farm Bureau leaders from Cecil, Kent, Queen Annes, Caroline, and Talbot counties met in Chestertown to oppose a constitutional amendment for an additional judge in the second judicial circuit. They cite tax burden, a temporary lack of a judge in the north end, Cecil County’s weekly Elkton visit, and the unfair stipulation that the judge must be from Cecil County.
Wallace Falvey, chairman of the advisory committee of the National Conservation Bureau, calls for broader efforts to reduce highway fatalities. He praises port state authorities and urges greater uniformity of traffic laws and control devices across states to prevent confusion for motorists traveling in unfamiliar areas. He warns that mixed signs and regulations cause confusion, he predicts continued declines in accidents if standardization proceeds.
A free chest disease clinic will be held in the Health Department offices in Denton next Thursday November 3 at 9 AM. Dr Seth H Hurdle will supervise the event.
Teachers from Hillsboro left Thursday evening for Baltimore to attend the State Teachers Association event on Friday and Saturday. Numerous guests and visits are noted, including families from Wilmington Easton Milford and Reading. Several residents welcomed relatives and friends from nearby towns during the weekend in local gatherings and visits.
Reverend A W Strickland preached on the Sabbath and Moses at Queen Anne Sunday services. Miss Carolyn Holland led Epworth League. Hillsboro Junior Choir practices Friday at 3 45 pm. prayer meeting 7 30 am. Senior Choir afterward. Rally Day at Hillsboro Sunday School set for November 6. Ladies Aid supper posters by Mr Rowe’s Art Class. Mrs Harry Moore and Mrs T A Geiser reported recovering from illness. Ada McDonnell visited Ruthsburg mother Mary White.
Henderson couple Mr and Mrs J Tuneff and children James Barbara and Michael of West Stockbridge Mass return home after a week with Mrs Tuneffs parents Mr and Mrs W Genisco. Miss Margaret Baughley returns to Wilmington after two weeks at home with an infected hand. Mr and Mrs Allan Sweeney and daughter of Yeardon Pa spent the weekend with their parents Mr and Mrs E Gooden. Mr and Mrs W F Clark and daughter Annabel and Miss Elfr ida Snyder spent Sunday at Valley Forge Pa. Mr and Mrs William Seward and daughter of Marcus Hook spent Saturday with Mr and Mrs Joseph Saterfield. Mr and Mrs Walter Weiss of Willow Grove Del spent Sunday with Mr and Mrs Ed Schoppe. Mrs Elma Harman of Dover spent Wednesday with Mrs Dora B Melvin and family. Miss Elfr ida Snyder of Buena Vista Va is visiting Miss Annabel Clark. Mr S S James of New York City spent the weekend with relatives here. The Sewing Circle was entertained by Mrs Rae Jones Thursday evening.
A Denton Journal reader voices concern over upcoming elections and how county officials may tax farmers and business people. He argues against expansive relief programs and old age pensions, questions school pay proposals, and urges voters to choose conservatism to protect taxpayers and productive labor. A. G. Gelletly.
Mr and Mrs Kemp Adams and families along with Mr and Mrs Reese Adams and families spent Saturday evening with Mr and Mrs Arthur Adams and family for Bobby Wrights third birthday. Ice cream and cake accompanied the celebration. Numerous other visits occurred including Federalsburg residents Edw Nuttle Will Parker and family guests of J L Adams and Emma Neal. Rev E C Hallman to preach Bloomery Sunday at 3 pm. 4 H Club enjoyed Friday evening at Paul Horseys.
A government backed statement projects American motorists will drive nearly 300 billion miles in 1938, based on average miles per car and about 30 million drivers. The piece notes faster, better cars and a travel surge last August, with tourists spending 6 billion dollars yearly and 80 percent traveling by auto.
Mrs. Harry Stedman returns from a month with her mother in Frederick. Miss Grace Smith visits her aunt in Easton for a quilt exhibit. Mr. and Mrs. John Applebaum and daughter Shirley spend part of the week in Baltimore. Miss Alice Wilson recovers after a stay at Philadelphia General Hospital. Mrs. Ima Cooper of Wilmington visits sister Lula Meredith. Rev. C. B. Reed delivers an anniversary sermon in Ellendale. Mrs. Ella Seager of Price returns home after visiting Mrs. Harford Porter. Madge and Mary Hollingsworth plan a Baltimore weekend. Mrs. A. W. Scully visitsMonton on a few days’ trip.
Rev. John Watson, Greensboro Baptist Church pastor for a little over two years, resigned last Sunday to lead Alameda Church in Baltimore. Mrs. Watson is hospitalized in Baltimore with little improvement. Services will be held next Sunday with lay member Ferguson preaching in both morning and evening. A business meeting will follow the morning service.
Miss Ruth Savage of Leipsic Delaware directs revival services at Wesley M E Church with guest pastors aiding each week through next week. Attendance is open to all as the revival continues. Other local notes report visitors, Ladies Aid gathering, farm purchases near Wesley Church and progress of ill resident Harry Porter.
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