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Newspaper

Record And Chronicle

Location

Denton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 13, 1912

Page

7

WANTED TO TRADE AND RENTAL NOTICES

Piano to trade for horse and buggy. Call 18 West Side Square. WANTED second hand hog wire. Phones 6. WANTED to buy milk cow. Phone 251 blue. Furnished rooms to rent close in Mrs P C Withers E Oak St. Three room house for rent close in See Sam Fritz 205e¢ For rent two office rooms over First National Bank For rent two rooms 84 North Elm. Prices reasonable.

West Side Square P. C. Withers E. Oak St Sam Fritz First National Bank North Elm

For First Class Wood Work at Lacy's Blacksmith Shop

J L Waldrip offers first class wood work using best materials at reasonable prices at Lacy's Blacksmith Shop. Located at 166e, customers are urged to compare quality and cost.

J. L. Waldrip Lacy

Tocksmith and Lock Repair at Magill and Shepard Tie

Tocksmith offers lock repair and sewing machine service and makes keys to fit any lock at the Magill and Shepard location.

Iock Magill & Shepard

Unclear fragment hints at regional ad notes and addresses

fragmentary OCR text mentions Hes BRAN CORN HA, cher feedstuffs, stove and eater food, market prompt, silvery fall measure, ARKANSA Elm street with two phones, unclear context.

Arkansa Elm Street

Help Wanted for Local Dray and Moving Service

Help wanted for all inde of dray work and household movement. Contact Brownlow & Strickland at new phone 116 or old phone 310. Office near barn 36 East Hickory.

Srownlow & Strickland East Hickory

Denton Transfer Co Handles Trunks and Baggage

H Morrison proprietor announces new phone 70 and old phone 34 for calls to trunks and baggage. Service operates from Lipsom building for transfers in Denton area.

Denton Transfer CO H. Morrison Lips‘om

Moving Vans Expand Local Dray Service

Parks and Lester advertise enhanced moving capabilities with two new vans and a focus on first class prompt service at reasonable rates for household moving. Office and residence phones listed for contact.

Parks & Lester

Automobile Line Autos For Hire

W. W. Billingsley offers automobile hire services with old phone 330 and new listings.

W. W. Billingsley

HOUSES AND FURNISHED COINS FOR RENT IN DENTON

A. R. McGintie offers houses and furnished rooms for rent in Denton city. Location at north, south, east and west areas with office near Exchange National Bank. Contact details indicate a local rental listing in the city.

A. R. McGintie Denton Exchange National Bank

Bushey Comment Sparks Concrete Work Debate

A fragment mentions concrete sidework by Elke or brick work and problems with planning. The note notes A. Bushey involvement and seeks figures to resolve the issue.

A. Bushey

Gurley Cement Character First Class Work

A short notice praises Gurley Cement for first class work and invites readers to obtain estimates.

Cement Charactor

City Meat Market Ad Headlines Right Prices

Local butcher on West Oak Street advertises best meats at fair prices with prompt delivery and updated phone numbers 34 and 131.

City Meat Market West Oak St New

Fern Matthews Barber Shop Seeks Satisfied Customers

West Side barber Fern Matthews invites locals to join a growing list of pleased patrons at the shop.

Fern Matthews West Side

Dentists W A Jones and W Fralain Operate in Denton

Office locations listed for two dentists in Denton Texas. W A Jones operates on West Side Square and W Fralain on South Side Square middle block upstairs.

W. Fralain South Side Square Denton Texas

Dr W E Botts Veterinarian Denton Office

Dr W E Botts veterinarian and veterinary surgeon operates in Denton County Lipscomb stock. New phone 70 replaces 34 old number. Residence phone 486 old now 298-

W. BE. Botts Denton Transfe, Co Lipscomt Stock

Harness and repair shop moves near Puckett's Grocery

Anderson’s Harness and Shoe Repair now occupies the first door east of Puckett's Grocery at 1181fe, while Roark and messenger service offer delivery and quick messenger options.

Austin’s Improved Honey Cana Seed Sorghum Source

Austin’s improved honey Cana seed is described as top sorghum for syrup or feed, with sale at Taliaferro’s. 210p.

Austin Taliaferro

For Sale Good Gentle Horse and Buggy

For sale a good gentle horse and buggy offered cheaply if purchased immediately. See Wylie Smith & Co. 210p.

Wylie Smith & Co

Registered Hogs for Sale From Acme Herd Poland China

Pedigreed hogs from the Acme herd led by Big Boy 163615 offered for sale by E. C. Yeatts in Sanger Texas. Also for sale or trade a brand new No 10 Remington typewriter, latest model, listed by O M Curtis.

Acme Poland Big Boy E. C. Yeatts Sanger Texas Remington O M. Curtis

For Sale Good Mule One by J. J Matthews

Auction listing notes a single mule offered for sale by J. J Matthews. Details are sparse with an unclear identifier 175tfe and no supplemental terms provided.

J. J Matthews

Thoroughbred Jersey Heifer and Calf For Sale

Jersey heifer with a heifer calf offered by Jno A Hann. Public sale notice appears in local classifieds with contact details and terms to follow.

JNO A. Hann

Poultry Eggs For Sale By Local Dealers

Poultry notes list eggs and ducks for sale with prices per setting or per dozen. Mrs B F Soloman Route 2 offers buff rock eggs at $1 per setting and 214¢ thorooghbred eggs for watching ducks and various breeds. Mrs A L Scott Route 2 Aubrey offers English and American runner duck eggs, 2 dollars per setting of 13, owner Will Mitchell at Mtchells Barber Shop for contact.

B. F. Soloman A. L Scott Aubrey Will Mitchell Mtchell

Help Wanted for Scavenger Work Call Number 307

Classified notice invites anyone seeking scavenger work to call the listed phone number 307 for job details and scheduling.

Classifieds tease for Record and Chronicle issue

Next issue of the Record and Chronicle may contain sought items. Check listings for ads, notices, and offered services.

The Record Chronicle Classified

Church Activities Sheet Listfor Sunday and Week

Cumberland Presbyterian Sunday school at 9 45 a m with W W Baxter superintendent prayer meeting Thursdays at 7 30. Central Presbyterian Rev Harry Burton Boyd pastor Sunday school at 9 45 no morning service due to pastor absence Junior Endeavor 3 30 Senior Endeavor 6 45 no evening preaching.

Cumberland Presbyerian W. W. Baxter Central Presbyterian Church Harry Burton Boyd

Corsicana Presbyterian preacher to lead services

Rev. Chas. Oberschmidt of First Presbyterian Corsicana will preach at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Sunday. Sunday school begins at 9:45 a.m. Westminster League meets at 7 p.m. A prayer meeting is scheduled Wednesday at 7 p.m.

Chas. Oberschmidt First Presbyterian Church Corsicana Westminster League

Church of Christ Services and Bible Classes Schedule

The Church of Christ at the corner of Pearl and Bolivar announces Bible classes at 6 a.m. 16 a.m., preaching at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. by C. E. Wooldridge. Lords Supper at 11:56 a.m. Midweek meeting Wednesday at 7 p.m. with the subject Jesus the Good Shepherd. Cordial welcome to visitors.

Church of Christ Corner Pearl Bolivar Streete C. E. Wooldridge Lora D. m Jesus, the Good Shepard

First Methodist Church South Services and Meetings

Rev O T Cooper pastor leads Sunday school at 936 am and preaching at both services. Epworth Leagues meet 3 pm and seniors at 7 pm. Missionary society meets 2 pm with Mrs Bizzell. Board of Stewards convenes Monday at 7 pm. Welcoming all to public services.

First Methodist Church South O. T. Cooper W. D. Butler Epworth Missionary Society

Puts fac to Bad Habhire blues and cure claim

An old advertisement claims Dr King’s New Life Pills banish the blues by purging the liver and kidneys. It asserts the pills ease bilious poison and improve mood, urging readers to try them for better feelings. The notice is from J. F. Raley & Co.

Dr. King J. F. Raley & Co

Political Announcements Seek Voters’ Investigation and Support

Democratic primary context invites scrutiny of listed gentlemen who seek voter backing. The notice emphasizes that all announcements await July primary actions and urges readers to investigate their claims and offer support.

April term county court to convene for three weeks

The April term of the County Court will convene Monday for a three weeks session with light dockets. The criminal docket opens first week with about fifty cases including adultery drunkenness petty theft aggravated assault gaming fornication cruelty to animals carrying pistols injuring public property.

Cascarets Promise Sleep Cleanse For Digestive Woes

Advertisement touts Cascarets as a nightly cure for headaches coated tongue foul breath and bilious stomachs. It claims the tablets cleanse remove sour undigested food and bile, require no harsh laxatives, and suit all ages with a pleasant taste and no griping.

Gicken

Mrs. W. D. Hilton Dies of Appendicitis at 25

Mrs. W D Hilton age 25 died at her mother's home northeast of the city after a brief illness from appendicitis. She was operated on Friday but could not rally. Survived by husband a one year old daughter, mother seven sisters and one brother. The body to be shipped to Honey Grove for burial at the family home.

W. D. Hilton Hammett Honey Grove Magill & Shepard

Barber's Grocery Ad Seeks Birds for Cash in City

Barber's Grocery on Eas McKinney Street offers top market cash price for chickens and turkeys and will call anywhere in the city. Martin & Barber guarantee prompt service.

Barber's Eas McKinney Street Martin & Barber D&wtt

Notice of Sale in Denton County Texas 1912

Sheriff W C Orr prints a lawful sale notice in Denton County Texas under an order of sale in case No 5326 J B Adove versus Gran Christal et al. The property, a 160 acre tract from the William Loving survey, will be sold for cash on the first Tuesday in May 1912 at the Denton County courthouse door. The judgment totals 671 dollars plus costs.

Denton District Court Denton County J. B. Adouve Gran Christa Court House State of Texas William Loving Sycamore Street Center Street A. B. Harris L. E. McCook J. H. Johnson Gran Christal and Wife W. E. Singleton N. Gullett J. B. Barrett

Cable Runs For State Senate In 31st District

R. L. Cable of Montague files to run for State Senate representing the 31st District. Campaign formation details and party affiliation are not disclosed in the brief notice.

R. L. Cable Montague

Local Officeholders and Candidates Listed in County Race

Local voters see a slate of candidates for county offices including Alvin M. Ow sley for representative and Hosk ins for county judge among others. The list covers county assessor tax collector treasurer clerk attorney and commissioners in several precincts alongside sheriff coroner and superintendent posts.

Eastertide reception highlights El Progresso Club event

Pilot Point notes record a large Eastertide reception hosted by Mr and Mrs William McShan. City council convened, officers took oath with Burks as mayor and Montgomery as mayor pro tem. Voting totals show only 24 county trustee ballots cast as returns awaited. A death of V. S. McShan in Alvord is reported, with funeral services held at his house.

Pilot Point Post-Signal News E. E. Holcomb Steplers J. M. Pickle Will D. Burks Newton W. A. Atkins Montgomery V. S McShan Pict Point Alvord W. B. MecShan Mr. McShan Mississippi Army of Tennessee Brag¢e Shiloh Murfreesboro Paul Ledbetter Cameron W. H. Ledbetter W. H. Hawley Castle, Oklo Weatherford Terrell Jersey W. B Carson

Mission rallies set in Krum and nearby towns

The Denton County Baptist association plans rallies in Krum Stony and Plainview from April 16 to 19 with events in Krum on April 17 and 18. In local news, Mr and Mrs I E Jones of Krum adopt twin babies from the I Z T Morris home in Fort Worth. Krum High School commencement exercises are scheduled at the school on April 19.

Krum Optimist Denton County Baptist Association Krum Stony Plainview I. E. Jones I. Z. T. Morris Fort Worth Krum High School

Long & King Promises Satisfaction and Phone Contact

Local grocer urges customers to call for service and satisfaction. The message emphasizes keeping the business relationship and invites inquiries via the provided phone line.

Ideal Restaurant Short Orders at All Times

Quick service promises around the clock with a focus on customer satisfaction. Promotional line units urge diners to try the establishment for reliable dining options.

IDEAL

Thedford's Black Draught Prompts Health Recovery

Mrs. Riley Laramore credits Thedford's Black Draught with ending her long dyspepsia and heartburn. She says small nightly doses cleared distress after meals, allowing normal eating, using two small packages previously. The note urges readers to try it for stomach digestion and liver support.

Goodwater Riley Laramore Thedford

New City Officers to Be Seated After Special Session

City Council to canvass election returns and seat Mayor-elect Ed Bates and two new aldermen R M Mitchell and T A Robinson. J M Evans and C E Fowle are re-elected. Ward vacancies filled after deaths and retirements. Bond election results also to be canvassed.

T.e Ed F. Bates O. P. Poe R. M. Mitchell J. N. Page T. A. Robinson

Geers Endorsed by Democrats at Court House Meeting

At a Friday afternoon mass meeting held in the court house the local Democratic party passed resolutions endorsing Col. Chas. W. Geers for Land Commissioner. The pledge of support stressed his citizen and Democrat credentials and adherence to time tested principles. Alvin C. Owsley was elected chairman and Judge S. M. Bradley secretary.

Court House Col Chas. W. Geers Col. Geers Alvin C. Owsley S. M. Bradley

Farmers switch to corn and peas amid rising demand

Farmers plan to plant corn and switch some fields to peas or peanuts to meet growing demand. John Calvert traveled to Dallas for stomach trouble treatment. Edith Calvert recovered after a brief illness. Miss Eunice Jones from Argyle visits relatives. Mrs. C. B. Lester and Mrs. Cooksey were in Garza. Alvin Bex and Mr. Mullins visited from Lewisville.

John Calvert Dallas Edith Calvert Eunice Jones Argyle C. B. Lester Cooksey Garza Alvin Bex Mr. Mullins Lewisville

Denton County Sheriff Sale Notice From 1912

Notice of sheriff sale in Denton County Texas on the first Tuesday in May 1912. Property described as 70 acres in C Pollalier survey two miles southeast of Denton, tied to case M S S Stout et al versus A B Barrett et al, to satisfy a judgment and used as A B Barrett et al's residence.

State OF Texas Denton District Court Denton County A. D M. S&s. Stout A. B. Barrett Court House Doo C. Pollalier S. E N. E A. Gibson Public Road S. W N. W Sa’d Gibson

Roarks and Medlins Tie in Prosper Nuptials

Dr and Mrs J W Roark attend Fort Worth events while J W Medlin weds Edna Bludworth in Prosper on April 7. The groom hails from a prominent Denton county family. the bride teaches here and will reside in Roanoke.

Roanoke J. W. Roark Fort Worth J. W. Medlin Edna Bludworth Prosper Beng Denton County Biudworth Beth Washington Venton Johnnn Scott Frank Butler Justin

Rain, travel, and family news from Bolivar area

A steady rain fell Saturday night in Bolivar. John Gary returned from Dallas where his wife is in a sanitarium and is improving. Several residents, including Mrs. Ward’s mother from McKinney and others, sent condolences as Mr. Hard of Mansfield died. District Conference attendees at Aubrey included M. W. Odell, W. K. Miller, and H. F. Miller. Mrs Roe Miller suffered a finger wound in a sausage mill while feeding it.

Bolivar John Gary Dallas Will Clench Chas Ward McKinney Will Gambill Walter Gray Mr. Hard Mansfield Jennie Dinkins J.T. Thompson W. J. Lamberth C. L. Miller Valley View Aubrey M. W. Odell W. K. Miller H. F. Miller Roe Miller

Stout Lawsuit Awarded Interest and Costs

A court entry notes a judgment totaling $3031.35 in favor of M. S. Stout and others, with interest and costs of suit. The document is dated April 17.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Hircellaneous Tocksmith Érbar and Wood Automobile Line W. A. Jones L. L. Roark Jarbrashears Bamilston & Yeatts Poultry Department Palidt Depinic Man Cluino Minivat W. D.D. Hilton Alvin M. Owsley H Hoskins F. E Tobin F. (Frank) Witte E. Miller M. Gary C. L. Lane McKelvy County Treasuer CO Reeve J, G. Guy W. F Dad Egan W William) Nelson H. V Virgil) Hennen Sam Hawkins Oo T. Button W. Corr FRY N.C H. R. Wilson Zeom Hopkin McEcookr W. EB. Durbis S T. Higgiss William McCormica George Watson Co C. Sullivan John F Morgan J. B John) Johnson W F Fred) Cunningham Atcheson J. A. Sweat Worn Deere Taylor Hadware Co Long & King Lady In Goodwater Argyle News David Jeter Arkansas Jeter Clark King A. Jasper Argyle Mercantile Company Jasper Jack Christal Ton Douglas Lyles M. A Thompson J. Cheatam Cal Prewett Brtonville Oklahoma A_ Keith Miller Faught John Cogdell Tol Jasper J. T. Simmons Waketon News Waketon China Chapel Prof Mullins Emmett Ebert S. I. Hudson J. E. Lester Twicks Ton Denton Trust Company Council East Side Square Julian Scruggs Bolivar News M. S. Stout W. C. Orr United Macon, GA Acific General van Zandt Selvng A. D. Bell Geo. D. Hunter Dallas, Texas Houston St. Ft. Worth W. Court Square
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