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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1914
Page
2
Denton Journal issue dated Saturday morning September 12 1914 credits Edward Melvin Ben, H. Joinson Melvin and Johnson as publishers. The entry records the newspaper’s masthead and publishing team for that morning edition.
An editorial argues for Mr. Sisk as the Caroline county choice for Congress, urging a large turnout to back him in the upcoming primary. It praises his business ability and loyalty to President Wilson, calling for twenty five hundred votes to send a proven friend to Washington.
The London Statist argues that a European war could boost the United States economy by expanding markets for American crops and enabling record profits for investors and bankers. It suggests the US could become the world’s premier capital supplier, aiding countries in need and potentially increasing prosperity despite global conflict.
The piece argues that price hikes in staples reflect both trader profit and speculative demand. It notes widespread stocking changes, with consumers buying larger quantities, and warns wholesalers selling off stock at higher prices defy public sentiment.
A writer argues that prudent gains in emergencies build lasting friendships, while wartime shipping risks ease as merchant ships resume routes. He notes high marine insurance costs, cites a 10 percent rate to ship to Japan, and predicts a correction as commerce restarts and speculative bidding cools.
President Wilson issues a proclamation urging all God fearing citizens to attend worship on Sunday October 4 to petition Almighty God for ho peace in war torn Europe. The appeal asks for divine guidance healing and concord and for forgiveness of sins and missteps.
The Springfield Republican notes theU S escape from intervention in Mexico as prudent during the European war. It urges support for Caroline county’s Democrat Sisk, praising the canning industry and urging a full vote next Tuesday to help elect a representative for the Eastern Shore. It also notes war casualties, shifts in Russian city naming, and a proposed tax on beer and wine to cover wartime revenue needs.
The Baltimore Star presents itself as Maryland’s leading evening paper with extensive departments and national coverage. It boasts two wire services, wireless tech, and strong portraits of leaders, promising entertainment and broad reading for every family member. Pricing details note one cent per copy and monthly rates.
On September 8, 1914 the Orphans Court for Caroline County orders the sale reported by trustee Harvey L Cooper to be ratified and confirmed unless a contrary cause is shown by November 9. A copy of this order must run in a newspaper in Caroline County for four consecutive weeks before October 8. The report shows sales totaling 150 dollars. Judges J Olan Clark Henry C Rawlings and G Lacey Stevens sign, with Potter Steele as Register of Wills.
A Philadelphia dealer boasts low car ownership costs and easy upkeep. The Roman Automobile Co. Inc. offers about 600 vehicles including Ford, Buick, Cadillac, Maxwell, E M F, Oakland and more, with prices from 175 to 650 and full equipment. Trucks and wagons start at 150. Visit at Broad and Cherry streets. Sundays closed.
The list of Democratic nominees to be voted for is printed in the Primary. Supervisors of Elections for Caroline County Md, including Tesh Sawer G, Nurror, and Clerk Ben Wil Johnson, oversee the publication.
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