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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1934
Page
4
A public advisory urging voters to evaluate candidates for the upcoming Caroline County primary. It cautions against nominating incompetents driven by salary, emphasizes four year terms, and urges open minded voting to ensure worthy officials who will honor the county.
In the Keystone Motorist magazine the Maryland club denounces impolite driving as a major factor in accidents. It argues politeness is universal, not tied to status, and urges drivers to show consideration to pedestrians and other motorists to reduce crashes and restore safe, pleasant motoring.
Secretary Frances Perkins and Donald Richberg met General Johnson amid NRA reshuffle to gauge support for industrial self-government and code regulation. Roosevelt backs Johnson in reorganization as rumors swirl about Recovery prospects.
The article argues Administrator Johnson remains Roosevelt’s favored choice despite friction with Labor Secretary Wallace over Recovery Act management. It notes labor strikes rise, FERA relief tied to strikers, and hints at a coming showdown over labor policy while Upton Sinclair’s California Democratic bid attracts attention.
English Methodism’s heritage in America is celebrated as Methodism spread from Wesley’s revival to the Colonies and beyond. British delegate Rev. T. Ferrier Hulme will address the Unification Session at the Scottish Rite Temple on October 11, with a talk titled A Message from the Mother Church. He will also speak at the Log Meeting House dedication in Sam’s Creek, Carroll County. The visit includes Australian delegates A S Woodhouse H S Bowden and S R Robbins as American Methodism extends a cordial greeting.
The National Constitution Day Committee announces a nationwide observance on September 17 marking the 147th anniversary of the Constitution. A central ceremony will be held in Philadelphia with broadcasts to cities and communities. Participating groups include the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution and the National Congress of Parents and Teachers.
In a period of transition and uncertainty the committee urged a unified gathering representing every phase of American life to voice and reaffirm the necessity of preserving constitutional government amid portentous international changes. The message was part of a庆 celebration announced by the Flower Society and Kiwanis International.
The Rotarian urges readers to make time for daily reading. It cites Theodore Roosevelt’s practice of brief, focused poetry reading to keep beauty and broad understanding alive. Choosing a field such as foreign affairs can yield quicker insights into international issues.
A New York group of business and professional men, led by Charles Larned Robinson, reformed jury rooms to improve justice. Prospective jurors now wait in comfortable rooms, stay connected to offices by telephone, and only 600 of 1500 jurors are impaneled in one court. The changes saved $300,000 in three years and attracted high caliber volunteers.
World wheat stocks are about 430000 bushels lower than last year excluding Russia and China. U S production is forecast at 491 million bushels with a 290 million bushel carryover. USDA notes drought areas may reduce carryover as more wheat is fed, hinting at higher bread prices and possible farmer gains.
In a quiet living room Helen and I study old maps while a new lamp shade glows. They spark a debate on exploration as Admiral Byrd speaks from a hut of ice revealing recent polar knowledge. The dialogue ponders whether true adventure remains possible in an age of comprehensive maps.
The article discusses global unity efforts, China’s potential core provinces under the Nationalist government, and NRA recovery aims in the United States. It notes 15 million dollars for reconstruction in China, ongoing rail and telecom development, and education plans, while urging continued cooperation among capital labor and the public to sustain the Blue Eagle codes. It also reports progress on the Peace Garden project in North Dakota and Manitoba with 300 workers developing the site.
General Smedley D. Butler argues in the September Forum that war is the worst of all rackets. He states that a few profit from conflict while nations gain, and the public bears the cost through graves, mangled bodies, shattered minds, broken families and long-term taxes.
A notice lists George Price of Henderson in the Naval Reserve Force with enlistment dates from June 14 1918 as apprentice seaman to November 1 1918 as second class seaman and later details training at Hampton Roads Virginia and service aboard the USS Washington with a desertion noted February 7 1919. Others named include Reuben Hutchinson Price of Federalsburg with service in Battery B 310th Field Artillery and sanitary detachment 310th FA, oversea service 1918 1919, honorably discharged May 30 1919. Charles Carvil Pritchett of Greensboro entering May 25 1918 in the 9th Training Battalion 164th Depot Brigade, details of hospital stays and discharge June 1 1919. Enoch Pritchett of Col Hillsboro who entered November 5 1917 and discharged January 9 1918 due to disability.
Greensboro residents host and visit across regional towns. Dawson Gruwell of Wilmington stays with his parents, while Chester visitors Mr. and Mrs. Fred Tinley and son Roland join Mrs. John Nichols. Dover and Smyrna guests include Miss Grace Gottwall, Miss Clara Seward, and Mrs. Susie Ford. Card clubs and local hostesses figure in weekly gatherings.
The Dentonia Theatre cooperates with local Denton businesses for the Second Golden Opportunity Week. Open nightly from Saturday Sept 8 to Saturday Sept 15 with two Saturday shows at 7:16 and 9 and a weeknight 8:15. Over 50 prizes donated by local banks and professionals to be awarded nightly.
M K Newnam furnisher of homes promotes the Frigidaire Koldchest at $79 delivered and Patapar water proof cooking paper sold locally. A half carload of Frigid Aires in Standard Master and Super Series offered with family sizes from $116.50 and up and monthly terms as low as $6.00.
In Memoriam Breeding In loving memory of my dear husband J W Breeding who passed away five years ago Sep 8 1929 Time speeds on five years have passed Since death its gloom its shadows cast Within our home where all seemed bright And took from us a shining light We miss that light and ever will His vacant place cannot be filled Down here we mourn but not in vain For up in Heaven we will meet again Sadly missed by Wife and Sons
Twenty five years ago notes cover wheat prices oysters curing scarlet fever quarantine lifts schools reopen September 6 in Caroline races at Tolchester with Belton K and others. Methodist press change. road plans. migration to New Jersey truck farm. penny collection. agents convention in Wilmington. a rabbit leads a chase through Denton. bank directors elect Thomas Johnson cashier. horse accident near Fowling Creek. a Hillsboro wedding. social visits in Denton. Plains tournament at Ridgely with Covington speech. St Johns College cadet commandant recommendation. Denton widow Reidling dies. Federalsburg ball club photo and roster.
Outbreak experience in Southern Maryland and the Eastern Shore points to mosquitoes as vectors. Protect by fly sprays and avoiding low pastures. keep animals in dark stables during peak insect activity. Monitor for dullness, stumbling, loss of appetite, and rapid decline. call a local veterinarian at first sign. a serum is available. Report to Live Stock Sanitary Service or County Agricultural Agent. Tetanus antitoxin is not effective against this disease. Subscribe for The Journal.
A handwritten diary style entry recounts weekly events from Friday to Thursday. It mentions Elzy Filbert and his wife awaiting twin girls, fishing for Lin musical lessons, a tutor's quiz about Pyorea, discussions on sleep necessity, a shop boss hosting relatives, Elsie Cummins in hot weather, and a statistician relative quoting farm migration distances.
Harmony community announces Sunday School resumes on September 9 at 10 am with preaching at 11 by new pastor Rev Collins from Indiana. Friendly reception noted. special music expected. Farewell wished to Norman Wright moving to Perryville for railroad work. Harry Arringdale recovering from illness. Mrs Nora Deen visiting Federalsburg friends.
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