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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1927
Page
2
The notice lists Benjamin H. Johnson as President and Treasurer and Benjamin F. P. Johnson as Vice-President and Secretary. It notes the item is entered at the Denton Maryland post office as second class mail matter, dated Saturday morning September 3, 1927.
The piece attacks Butler's pamphlet from Oldfield and Goodrich views, arguing budget history under Wilson and Republican Congress, tax policy shifts after World War I, and alleged graft contrasts. It notes farmers' shift to diversified farming, marketing groups, Land Banks, and tariff commission actions despite wartime constraints.
A 1920s survey shows 649000 farmers left the land for cities due to tight finances and a weak income of 1133 in 1926. The shift is tied to urbanization, though tractors and home conveniences ease farm labor. Machinery adoption, telephones, radios, and cars spread across farms, yet farming remained unprofitable in 1926. Weather Bureau begins cross ocean broadcasts in German to support transatlantic flights, using Bar Harbor for initial naval radio broadcasts.
A Maryland health official urges thorough pre school health checks for five and six year olds. Dr John S Fulton stresses weight posture vision hearing throat and teeth exams and vaccination against smallpox to prevent problems after enrollment.
A Bureau of Child Hygiene report covers conferences across the state for the six months ending June 30. Of 3609 children under seven examined, 1065 had no serious handicap, 569 were underweight, 73 had faulty posture, 46 with heart disease, 998 with dental decay or needed care, 902 with throat issues, 136 mouth breathers, 860 with adenoids, 60 poor eye test responses, and 48 with defective hearing. All in need of follow-up care were referred to family doctors.
The Ladies Aid of the Choptank M. E. Church met at J. W. Cox home for a May gathering. The next meeting is set for September 8 at B. E. Dunham’s home and attendance is urged. Miss Myrtle Messick of Federalsburg visited Mollie Wright Burgess and family before school work at Caesar Rodney. The Twentieth Century Club held a session August 24 at Choptank, deciding to have no vacation. next meeting September 7 at Edward Lane’s home.
A Cannon family reunion at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred L. Williams near Fed eralsburg celebrated William J. Cannon’s 88th birthday. Attendees included numerous children grandchildren and great grandchildren from Maryland Delaware Pennsylvania Tennessee and New York with music and dinner marking the social event.
Burrsville residents entertained visitors from Wilmington and Marshall Hospital guests called on Mrs John Parris. Summer school for ministers in Chestertown. Local families hosted at Farnhurst Laurel Camp and by J W Price household. Wesley M E Church to resume services next Sunday. Mrs Will Wilson visiting Harrington and illness lingers for Mrs Walters and Mrs Parris.
Marydel notes show Laura Glass and daughter Sara returning from Baltimore with friends visiting for a few days. Baltimore visitors include Ray Machen and children Gus and Janet with the Hummer family. Others host or visit in Baltimore, Philadelphia, Dover, Oxford, Henderson, and nearby towns, with multiple Heather family members referenced.
State Game Warden warns duplicates cannot be issued under Chapter 568 of 1927. About 75,000 licenses are issued yearly. duplicating numbers is impossible. Lost licenses require purchase of a new one, but lost tags may be replaced with a painted year and number on fabric. Violators will be prosecuted to the fullest extent.
A promotional snippet urges readers to subscribe to The Journal for continuous news coverage. It promises unlimited access to current events, with emphasis on staying informed “all the time.”
Ridgely residents head to Niagara Falls on a ten day motor trip while others visit Philadelphia Ocean City and nearby towns. People attend funerals visit relatives and return to studies or work with several names and places including Ridgely Philadelphia Claysburg Dresden Magnolia Ocean City and Salisbury.
Paramount presents Love's Greatest Mistake a romance of a small town girl who moves to New York seeking adventure. Honey McNeil played by Josephine Dunn faces a blackmail plot but redeems herself with courage aided by Edward Sutherland's direction and strong performances from William Powell Evelyn Brent.
The Caroline County Orphans Court met with Judges West Harper and Shawn. Robert Butler administrator of Ira L Butler deceased had first and final accounts approved. Josiah A Beck administrator of Jesse L Reed deceased had first and final accounts approved. The report of sale of Daniel S Brockway real estate was ratified. Ruth White administratrix of Newton M White deceased filed an additional account of sales of personal property approved and recorded. Butler authorized to deposit funds in Denton National Bank for the benefit of minors Althea Butler and Catherine Butler.
Mrs Elmer E Wheeler Miss Georgian Elaine Haynie and Master William Ahler Wheeler have been at Memory Lane for two months and returned this week to Baltimore. Mr and Mrs William Jacoby of New Jersey visited Lake View, home of Mr and Mrs W H Willoughby. Mr and Mrs R B Haynie of Baltimore were weekend guests of Mr Wm D Uhler. Miss Katherine Thawley of Denton visited Mr and Mrs O M Hignutt. Mrs W G C Todd visits her daughter Mrs E Paul Knotts of Denton. Mr Warry Wagonseller returned to Philadelphia Wednesday. Mr Roland Wheatley and daughter spent several days in Washington last week.
John E Rastall recalls the founding of the 37th Union regiment on Maryland s Eastern Shore starting September 1861 at Fort McHenry and Potter s Landing. He details Dix s orders, the Cambridge move, enlistments, officers, and the organization that formed under Col Wallace, with a three year service in Maryland and on national records.
The file lists noncommissioned staff and commissioned officers for Companies A through K, including captains, lieutenants, and sergeants, with muster date and counties of origin. Only three officers remain alive: Col. James C. Mullikin, Lieut. J. E. Mobray, and Adjutant John E. Rastall.
The county Extension Service will hold demonstrations in September on treating seed wheat to control bunt and stinking smut. Copper carbonate dust is applied at 2% ounces per bushel using a barrel or churn, with ten to fifteen turns for even coating. Demonstrations occur at Hubbard Greensboro on Sept 8 at 9:00 am, Ellwanger Greensboro at 2:00 pm, Garey Denton at 9:00 am on Sept 9, and Neal Andersontown at 2:00 pm.
Four serious hog cholera outbreaks occurred in Caroline county in 1927 causing heavy losses for farmers. Precautions are urged to prevent cholera this season. Report all sick swine to the county agent at once. Prevent cholera by not feeding garbage or scraps and by careful stock purchases.
Green manures improve soil fertility on Maryland farms, especially on Eastern Shore and Western Maryland lighter soils. They supply organic matter when stable manure is scarce and reduce leaching and hillside erosion. Legumes provide nitrogen from the air. rye, oats, barley, vetch and wheat are common green manure crops.
The twentieth century marks strong interest in child welfare with school medical inspection. Surveys show high rates of defects: heart trouble, tooth decay, tuberculosis, tonsils, vision, posture, and malnutrition. Parents should accompany inspectors to follow up on care and not wait for illness.
The passage urges schools to rely on medical inspection to identify malnutrition and handicaps and to correct them with proper food, rest, and exercise. It emphasizes dairy, fruits, and vegetables, noting that treatment should be shared by parents to maximize the program’s value for every child and avoid wasting public funds.
More than 1 000 airports in the United States by end of 1927, says the Aeronautics Branch. A survey shows 865 permanent fields now in use and 187 cities considering municipal airports. Civic groups cooperate to create a complete air network with concrete runways urged by experts.
The Preston Methodist Church will observe the sacrament of the Lord s Supper Sunday morning with a sermon on The Need of Self Examination. Evening service topic is Some Things That Will Take Place At The Second Coming of Christ. Sunday school starts at ten. Missionary Sunday. Choptank preaching at 3 p m. Smithson Church events list September 4 with 2 30 Sunday School, 3 00 and 7 30 preaching. 7 W Harmon in charge.
Mr and Mrs D R Adams and daughters Elizabeth and Edna Adams visited Mr and Mrs Hugh Vincent of Magnolia on Sunday. Miss Marian Adams returned home after a week with relatives in Wilmington. Messrs Walter and George Cruse of Ohio visited Mr James W Johnson on Friday.
After the carnival, Walbeck Station will be open to serve customers with gas and oil and a selection of sandwiches. The announcement notes convenient service hours and continuing amenities for travelers and locals alike.
A local service station promotes Penn-o-Zene oil as the town’s best. Walbeck Service Station markets the product to motorists seeking quality lubrication and reliable engine care.
Maryland State Fair officials announce Farm Bureau Day on September 7 featuring hog calling rolling pin throwing for women and horseshoe pitching contests. Entries judged by points with criteria including charm originality volume and musical quality for hog calling. Women will throw a pin at a male dummy to score hats dislodged.
Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone Company of Baltimore City reports seven month 1927 capital expenditures of 2 463 343 retirements 968 584 yielding net plant growth of 1 etc. The company’s tax value fixed 40 502 944 as of July 31 1927 plus additions since 1924. July gross revenues 1 018 081 down 25 525 from June. July expenses 844 078 up 12 699 from June. July net telephone revenue 174 003 down 38 225 from June. Twelve month net revenue to July 31 1927 2 520 937 equal to 6.4 percent of average property value.
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