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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1926
Page
8
A photograph of longing and class, a paraplegic narrator recalls her sister Madge and a shy neighbor boy. An accident leaves her dependent on crutches and dreams of Vienna surgery. Jealousy and desperation drive a plan to withhold a sale of their house unless Madge marries the neighbor.
A narrator confesses a hidden love that shadows a marriage plot. Through guilt and illness, truth surfaces when Madge reveals the beloved is Jenny, not her rival. Harry Tremont’s early affection binds all three, ending in shared happiness and enduring jealousy transformed by love.
A quotation-poem celebrating educators who train minds like naturalists study life. It names Agassiz Thoreau Sturroughs and Burbank as parallels, then extols the teacher who works with children as the most complex, plastic, and wonderful creation.
A brief exchange addresses whether a porcelain egg fulfills its intended purpose. The respondent confirms reliability and enduring usefulness, stating it cannot be beat. The dialogue presents a light, period-voice moment about domestic items and practicality.
In Cupper's Weekly a narrator recounts little Billy Riebs being scolded by Mrs. Rigby after classmates forced him into a barrel during a bear play. A loud tear occurred as the barrel rolled, tearing his trousers and prompting parental disapproval.
In a rephrase of a cruel judgment a girl named Janie is declared sub normal after a doctor’s evaluation and is returned to the orphanage while Mamie is sold to Anna. The text notes that Janie was sent away as an idiot but could not pass and was brought back.
Pasturage in the marshlands of Romney Narsh in Kent is protected by a thick wall and guarded by a special ancient corporation. The level land provides pasture for large flocks of sheep, the main industry of the area.
The philosopher Blas recalls a storm at sea with companions who cried to the gods for aid. He bids them remain silent and not reveal their presence on board, as reported by the Edinburgh Weekly Scotsman.
In this historical reflection the text links self-hate to poisoning the body, noting that health and minority status influence one another. It argues that many religions arise from concerns about hygiene and overall well being in society.
Whistling brings varied bad luck according to customs in Iceland and other regions. Theater rooms fear it during shaping of performances, ships fear winds, miners warn of cave-ins, and Arabs blame the evil one for whistling. Guam’s governor reportedly issued no edict against it.
In Ethiopia market days the highland natives bring grain to the central plain while lowland natives bring cotton for exchange. Cotton values money, salt is prized, and coins bear date 1750 as evidence of validity despite newer origins. A worn coin loses acceptance after its date.
Excerpt reflects John Muir praising glaciers as sculptors of the Sierra Nevada. It describes mountains being fashioned from ice, forests of silver fire smoothing paths for human feet, and lake cups formed from crystal waters. The imagery elevates nature as artistic, transformative force.
A 1657 recipe described as a new and superior way of making coffee uses equal parts butter and salad oil melted and combined, then honey added in a three to one ratio. The mix includes powdered Turkish coffee to form an electuary, creating a bizarre coffee preparation.
The passage recalls Cato at eighty studying Greek and Plato, Theophrastus finishing works at ninety, Socrates learning music late, Colbert resuming Latin and law after sixty, and Doctor Johnson turning to Dutch late in life. It also mentions the forgotten Marquis de Saint Aulaire who began poetry at seventy, praised for fiery, delicate verse.
The black widow Latrodectus mactans is a deadly spider found mainly in the South and West Indies, with sightings as far north as Pennsylvania and New Hampshire. Yale zoologist Alexander Petrunkevitch notes its potent bite. Indigenous peoples reportedly used bites as arrow poison.
A dramatic meditation on justice quotes Thomas Carlyle and asserts that justice remains the sole true principle in a world of chaos. It argues that even widespread triumphs of power cannot replace the enduring value of the just thing. The piece emphasizes moral certainty over appearance and rhetoric.
C Harvey Towers appeals to Caroline County voters in a Democratic primary, stressing lifelong residence, first-time candidacy, pledge to serve fully, and request for support at the upcoming September election. He emphasizes dedication and duty to the county.
A candidate appeals to Caroline County Democrats to elect him sheriff, citing records showing his two year term saved taxpayers money. He contrasts his record with that of successors, claiming lower expenses and strict law enforcement, and pledges to avoid wasteful costs if nominated and elected.
Delegates attend the Democrat State Convention as part of the Regular Organization, with the event described as a gathering to select nominees and set party platform. It notes procedural aspects and potential standings within the party.
Intending to move to a smaller house, Mrs J Dukes Downes and James Temple auctioneer offer a public sale at 1 p.m. on 1926 at their Denton home fronting the Public Square. Items include bedrooms suites, parlor set, piano, chairs, beds, stoves, refrigerator, cookware, bookcase, dishes, and much more. cash over $10 with three months credit on approved notes. No removal until terms met. AA Beck, Clerk.
Mortgagees under a 1925 deed to Calvert Merriken and Wil bert Merriken will sell at public auction at the Court House door Denton Maryland between 2 and 4 PM on September 15 1926 the two parcels of land with improvements in Caroline County. Parcels include tract descriptions with landmarks and a small house and outbuildings. Terms: half cash at sale with balance on confirmation or all cash. deferred payments secured by purchaser note. Sale held on the Dunning farm one mile from Denton Bridge. Live stock also listed.
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