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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1909
Page
4
The notice urges homeowners to fix winter caused plumbing ravages as spring arrives and Easter approaches. It stresses timely maintenance to prevent leaks and further damage. The guidance emphasizes checking pipes, boilers, and fittings before warmer weather.
Fire of unknown origin destroyed a large barn and servant’s house on A. J. Jarrell’s North Ninth street property in Temple. The mansion nearby, recently built at about 20000 dollars, was saved by firefighters though damaged. insurance covered losses. The Jarrells donated 106 dollars to the fire department and 18 suits of clothes were provided for the chief. In Pilot Point, John Williams faces trial for murder of his wife. case of J E Chapman for criminal assault awaits jury verdict. Williams, a Negro, reportedly shot his wife. defense may hinge on sanity.
It highlights Long and Turner Co offering a line of millinery at low prices at their New Store. It also mentions Toplitz & Zesmer, and references tea time with Lipton, and Mrs. Chas Tidwell Phelan performing Shakespeare tragedies, noting careful attention to orders.
Mayor E. F. Bates forwarded the local relief fund to Slidell for cyclone victims about ten days earlier. The collected amount totaled just under $310, with a note mentioning local business promotions and cotton seed meal availability.
Have your prescription work done at Minnis' Drug Store, where competency and equipment are described as the best. This notice promotes local pharmacy services with emphasis on skilled staff and modern tools.
A brief item notes Estes Haa burger Stand on the East Side serving what readers claim as the best tamales in town. The short piece highlights local eatery status and popularity with patrons.
J. J. Matthews of the southwestern city claims Phobos collided with Mars after noting a perturbation in Mars orbit. He asserts the impact caused a rapid plunge at 300 miles per second, producing a sparse Martian atmosphere and supporting Winchell's planetology theories.
The annual inter-collegiate debate between San Marcos Normal and Denton Normal will be held in the college auditorium next Saturday night, April 3. San Marcos sends twenty five students and hosts a royal reception with luncheons and dinners. The debate topic asks whether an amendment for optional initiative and referendum on all laws is in the people’s best interest. San Marcos speakers are W. H. Harrison and E. H. Grindstaff. Denton speakers are J. E. Parks and R. E. Baker.
A local hardware store touts its largest stock of fishing tackle to date. The ad promises fresh lines and good hooks with most any item needed available at Evers Hardware Co Cutlery on the South Side.
The town of Garza begins relocation to a new site on a Wednesday afternoon with six brick business houses under construction on the new square. Garza State Bank will erect the buildings with contractor Maxey of Denton handling the contract. Owners approve the move as residents anticipate expansion and a central public square.
John Baxter son of W. W. Baxter of Denton posts a route sheet from his U S Navy ship detailing a voyage from Manila to numerous ports. Dates cover Hong Kong through Nagasaki with arrivals and departures and a river trip up the Yangtze listing Kyan Chow Wie Hai Wei Chefoo Ching Wang Too.
In Denton County during March 96 births occurred and 12 deaths were recorded. Among births 56 were males and 40 females, with 4 negroes and the rest white. Of the deceased 2 were negroes and 10 whites, with half of the deaths being adults. A phone number 44 is advertised for table supplies.
Bob Hampton jailed Thursday on a charge of staming. The Beyett baby, seriously ill, shows improvement after a nurse was secured for the child. A nurse will be arranged for the baby of Mr and Mrs Peter Beyett. Richart III set for April 1 at the opera house for Denton public schools.
M Costen of Stony visited today. Mr and Mrs Clyde Godwin have returned from Farmersvill where he worked for three to four weeks. Asthma cure claim advert asks readers to write Frontier Asthma Company Buffalo NY for trial treatment and free information.
A garbled donation log lists contributors and amounts for storm relief funds dated Wednesday. Names like Mrs J K Hollandate and others appear amid unreadable fragments, with small sums noted such as 2.00.
New silk and white suits headline the April McCall’s patterns featuring wash suits, silk shirt waists, white shirt waists, kimonos, top skirts and silk petticoats. The edition promotes fresh spring shades and fashion books for readers seeking updated wardrobe staples.
Mrs Bennett died in Justin Texas Tuesday night after an illness of a little more than two days. She was about 55 or 60, mother of Chas Bennett, and had long resided in the county. Interment followed at the I O O F cemetery amid a light rain.
Prof and Mrs W L Oliver visited friends in Little Elm on Sunday. Rev Barton of Argyle preached at the Methodist church. C A McGalliard returned to Winston-Salem after visiting T A Meyallard family. Infant son of Mr and Mrs J M Sanders died Friday. Wm Moore of Lewisville and Thos Robb hosted guests. Notice of moving town to a new site and Estes Hampurger stand promoted.
Pittsburg Post notes three leading platform speakers Frank W. Gunsaulus Guy Carleton Lee and George R Wendling with Lee praised for voice and presence equal to Wendling and Gunsaulus Lee delivers a lecture Thursday night at the Normal college auditorium admission 35 cents The notice also mentions reliable completion of orders and a complete stock ensuring assortments.
Printing error omits candidate Y. M. Turpen from the list of contenders for city marshal in the Record and Chronicle election ticket. The omission was noted in the newspaper’s Wednesday edition.
Long and Turner Co advertise new goods arriving daily at the New Store and Arendall's old stand. They urge telephone orders for table supplies. Denton public schools hold a dramatic recital benefit with tickets available early.
Comedic venue Back Comics and Bar showcases new retro fashion and fresh styles with a focus on bold patterns and vintage silhouettes. Performers mix standup with fashion riffs, drawing a crowd eager for playful retro looks and contemporary twists.
The first day of April arrives and people in Denton play practical jokes on friends. Residents recall being tricked earlier in the day and many jokes are described as side splitting.
Joe Wade of seven miles northwest of Sanger sold twenty fat steers to R. B. Smith of Star Commission Fort Worth. They brought 1800 dollars total, nine dollars per head, and were shipped from Sanger yesterday. The sale set a high-water mark for beef cattle prices in the region.
In a grocery note, W. T. Johnson promotes high quality brands to satisfy customers. The ad mentions abundant cotton seed meal for sale and announces a new line of skirts and waists at the New Store.
Nickle plated alarm clocks priced at 75 cents offered at Minnis Drug Store. Local shoppers are urged to visit the shop for this bargain in current street commerce.
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