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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1912
Page
2
Apparent instructions explain corrections for reflections upon character or reputation published by The Record and Chronicle. Readers are urged to call the publishers to have any erroneous reflections corrected.
In a Denton Chronicle editorial on April 12 1912 the writer laments persistent bad weather and discusses the Plano interurban’s impact on local commerce. The piece stresses duty to community progress and contrasts active citizens with those hindering growth for personal gain.
An earlier message from Loafer urges readers to reflect on a bias toward expecting others to bear burdens. The note emphasizes the tendency many feel to let circumstances dictate personal responsibility and fairness.
The Illinois vote strengthens Champ Clark as a major push in the presidential race. The scene places Clark as a formidable figure and boosts his odds, while Bryan’s position backs the progressive with the best chance to win the nomination. The Illinois outcome alters expectations and implications for Harmon’s campaign strategy.
The discussion notes Wilson and Clark as main contenders with Judge Harmon far back in votes. Clark rises as the likely nominee despite earlier doubts, while the Illinois outcome suggests Democrats back a progressive who can unite both progressives and reactionaries, with Clark favored but not certain.
The Denison Herald notes that public views of justice are shaped by perceptions of who is punished versus who is acquitted and promises to examine defense tactics used in the Rev. J Frank works trial in Fort Worth.
The Record and Chronicle laments men who push political ads in Denton yet neglect local service while noting crowds at political events. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram observes people attend trials but rarely participate in church or civic activities, underscoring apathy toward home teams and community groups.
The HoustonChronicle asserts Governor Wilson is not a radical. He positions himself as stopping robbery by the few with government aid, citing proven public office record and strong character. Big Business and newspapers oppose Wilson, fearing his influence across states.
A concise sales note from Long and King offers grocery service with a promise to please customers and keep their business. It invites readers to call, providing the phone line.
A Sunday dinner event invites guests to join at Ideal Restaurant for a special weekly meal. Patrons are welcomed to come around and enjoy a featured dish in a warm, communal setting.
Charley Norton and Betty Malroy plan secret marriage at Spring Bank church but a hunter's bullet strikes Norton as Betty arrives with witnesses. Norton dies after declaring Betty could come to him. Betty clings to him as he fades, her promise kept yet costing their happiness.
Tom finds Betty at supper and probes her about visiting Norton. Betty confirms the visit and asks how Tom learned of it, suggesting tension over their recent confidences.
The Judge offers a five thousand dollar reward for information leading to the anonymous writer of the threatening note about Charley Norton. He discovers a second notice on the court house door declaring the writer a coward and promising the same reward.
An advertisement for The Rexall Store promoting craftsman art papers, steel die stamped sheets with gold burnishing, high grade fabric stock with matching envelopes, and a special value offer highlighted by a decorative long letter in the upper left corner.
An advertisement promotes electric cigar lighters for men who smoke. The compact pocket lighter provides a reliable light when needed and is priced at 25 cents.
A box contains sixty sheets of paper and fifty envelopes of good white fabric stock. Priced at a regular 65c value, it is offered for 30c as a bargain.
A vanity case containing powder puff and a mirror is offered free to every lady who purchases one dollar worth of toilet articles. The item is described as German silver and ready to be requested at the counter.
Japanese silk fans are offered as a special lot in anticipation of hot weather. Each $1.00 worth of goods purchased includes a free silk fan while supplies last. Ask for it at checkout.
New gun metal mesh bags arrive offering a color change from the long used silver. Marketed as suitable for middle aged or elderly ladies, with prices from 2.00 dollars and up. See the new Dorothy bags.
New enameled goods arrive in abundance. Handcrafted designs set in Sterling silver include belt pins brooches veil pins shirt waist sets dress pins and more. See them now for lasting beauty and quality.
A 16 size nickel open case Equity watch by Waltham Watch Co priced at $5.00 with 7 jewels and guaranteed as a good serviceable timepiece. A 15 jewel version costs $8.00 and a 20 year gold filled case option is available at a higher price.
A city paper highlights local shoe merchants ads urging readers to visit stores and inspect wares. Advertisements encourage examining stock to find better footwear at lower prices.
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