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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1923
Page
4
Denton Journal for Saturday morning September 1 1923 carries standard postal notice and publication data including imprint statements and ownership line. The page appears to be an early 20th century local newspaper masthead with publishing details and date.
Cordell Hull outlines key 1924 issues for Democrats including Republican failings, high living costs, tariff concerns, special privilege, foreign policy failures, ship subsidy debate, labor and capital fairness, agricultural distress, tax relief and government corruption.
The Ridgely Farm Bureau moved five stock co operatively forward in a ship on Wednesday of last week. Greensboro Local held a regular meeting Tuesday night August 71st with a lively, engaged membership and a strong working program. State Organizer Remsburg attended and energized the group with his talk. Caroline County Farm Bureau shows high activity and forward motion despite rumors of the Federalsburg Local’s demise. A Friday meeting produced a committee to meet County Agent Goodwin to outline a work plan with Mr Bye present.
The county directors held a special meeting called by the secretary on Monday night to compare prices from fertilizer companies for the county pool and decide which company will receive the order. Local meetings are planned for Greensboro on September 4, Preston on September 5, and Federalsburg on September 6.
Grape culture is rapidly growing as a leading agriculture industry in Kent county Delaware, with 650 to 766 acres of vineyards in Kent and nearby New Castle counties near Clayton and Smyrna. The craft boosts farm income, adds new vineyards yearly, and draws farmer interest, per County Agent Wilson. Unrelated notes report unmistakable traces of strychnine in the stomach of infant William C. Hall Jr of Church Hill, his death attributed to poisoning by 12 year old Frank Bryson, now jailed awaiting November court, per a coroner's verdict and State Chemist confirmation.
Plans call for McCalls Ferry Company to build a regional grid delivering electric current to nearly every hamlet on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. A Perryville to Elkton line is underway to supply Lat ter Town with affordable power for business and lighting, with broader lines extending south after the Conowingo dam construction begins this fall.
Gray Silver of the American Farm Bureau Federation calls for a 20 percent reduction in winter wheat acreage, surpassing the 15 percent farmers told the Department of Agriculture. The note adds that overcrowding in State hospitals and Bay View Hospital remains a concern, with the Industrial Commission easing some burdens by compensating injured workers. Last year the commission handled over 14,000 cases.
Little Misses Laura and Ruth Harker entertained at their home on Monday from 3 30 to 6 o clock their little friends Misses Anna Rice Dorothy Neal Virginia McMahan Mary Pringle and Master Frederick Rice. Dorothy Neal and Virginia McMahan spent a few days last week with their aunt Mrs Clara Hubbard of Williamsburg.
A voter endorses James Temple for sheriff citing a successful recovery of stolen property after entrusting him with the case. The letter urges voters to choose a candidate who will act promptly, ensure value for money, and press for swift justice, stating Temple is the right man.
In withdrawing for physical reasons from the contest for the nomination for Judge of the Orphans' Court, I express appreciation for the generous terms in which tenders of support were made to me. Signed Otter Steele.
A political notice states William H. Alderson will run in the Democratic primaries for the Maryland House of Delegates representing Caroline County. He cannot personally canvass the county due to time, aims to serve the people, and proposes a representative meeting in Denton to discuss legislation affecting Caroline County.
G Lawrence Wilson announces candidacy in Caroline County Democratic primary for Register of Wills citing eight years as assistant cashier at Hillaboro Queen Anne Bank. He pledges fair impartial service if nominated and elected.
James Temple announces he will not run in the Democratic primary for Sheriff of Caro line county to be held September 10. He states he will perform duties if elected and lets voters judge his qualifications for the county’s key position.
O N Dulin announces candidacy for Caroline County sheriff subject to September Democratic primaries. If nominated and elected he pledges to manage the sheriff office with ability and curb unnecessary expenses, asking for taxpayer support to fulfill all obligations.
James H. Scotton announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for sheriff in the approaching primaries. He asks for support and pledges undivided attention and his best effort if nominated and elected.
Howard P. Sullivan announces candidacy for Caroline County Sheriff pending the Democratic primaries and asks for support from voters and party members.
Political notice from Walter Sparklin of Denton Maryland dated August 22 1923 announcing his candidacy for Register of Wills of Caroline County He outlines his background as native of the county banker with twenty years in banking education and law credentials and pledges a fair economical businesslike administration if elected He notes his lifelong Democratic affiliation and willingness to meet voters though physical limits prevent in person meetings
W Foster Clark of Henderson Maryland announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for County Commissioner in the coming primary election. He pledges to perform duties to the best of his ability and asks for support, noting lifelong Democratic affiliation and his first ever bid for public office.
Victor Dean declares his bid for the Democratic Primary on September 10 seeking county support. He pledges to represent farmers and back legislation aiming to improve farm prices and ease burdens on farmers.
A speaker announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Member of the House of Delegates. They pledge to serve Caroline County residents to the utmost of their ability if nominated and elected.
A sale notice lists one pair of mules aged 3 and 4, one pair of colts aged 17 months, and a 9-7 Superior prain drill. Seller H A Spies located in Preston Maryland dated 9-1-21.
Red Howard Jr of Denton Maryland is listed with a nine room property described as a peer of Market and Ninth Sa, indicating a local real estate or property listing note involving a named individual and a central street reference.
A trustee sale of property in Caroline County Maryland proceeds in front of the Denton Court House door in the Second Election District. The land of forty acres lies on the west side of the Greensboro to Burrsville road and is described as the former William C Dean and Mary M Dean tract. Sale date is 1923 between 2 and 4 pm with terms: one third cash, balance in two equal installments at six and twelve months or all cash. Terms require purchaser to cover title papers. W Brewster Deen and James Temple trustees auctioneer.
Public auction in Greensboro Caroline County Maryland of a parcel of land with four two story frame dwelling and outbuildings as described in a 1491 deed. One half of purchase money due day of sale with balance upon ratification, title to be conveyed by trustee CALVERT C. MERRIKEN and JAMES TEMPLE Auctioneer.
Notice announces the Governor of Maryland will consider pardon or parole for William A Argo convicted in 1923 for Desertion and Non Support. Hearing period begins September 4 1923 with open papers and protest opportunities. Secretary of State Philip B Perlmman signs the notice.
By decree of the Circuit Court for Caroline County in equity the undersigned trustee offers at public sale in front of the Whiteleysburg public school house on a 1925 date between 1 and 4 pm four parcels of land in the Second Election District of Caroline County Maryland. The property lies adjacent to John Sylvester David Greenlee and other Shulties land, part of a deed of July 6 1902 and a mortgage of January 12 1897, with improvements including a barn and outbuildings. The farm is four miles from Greensboro near railroads canneries and schools with fruit trees and prospective as a home or investment. Possession January 1 1924 with terms: one third on sale day, balance in nine and eighteen months with interest. option for cash. Title papers at purchaser expense. J Owen Knotts James Temple Auctioneers Trustee. The remaining portion of the farm in Delaware will be sold at the same time and place.
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