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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1912
Page
1
Fire swept the Johnson county courthouse early this morning causing an estimated loss of 95 000 with 345 000 insurance. Assistant Fire Chief Bledsoe was crushed to death when the roof collapsed at about 1 30. The fire's impact on records remains unclear.
Alvocated Press dispatch reports in Cleburne on April 15 that the assistant city marshal died while battling a blaze. The fatal incident occurred as emergency crews responded to a fire at a local property, with rapid actions cited as saving others.
Weather report from New Orleans indicates tonight generally fair and cooler conditions. Tuesday is expected to be generally fair with continued mild temperatures.
Assistant City Marshal Albert Bledsoe died this morning beneath eighteen bags of mortar and brick in the Johnson County courthouse fire ruins. He was on the second floor directing water when killed. One fireman was slightly hurt. The loss is about 75000 dollars with 38000 dollars insured.
Philadelphia April 5 Roosevelt gains sixty five of Pennsylvania's seventy six votes from Saturday primaries. Supporters claim 67 Roosevelt forms control the state convention. Gov Wilson receives five of seventy six votes. Two Harmon friendly delegates are also elected.
A note from the United States sent to the Mexican government last night is viewed as signifying a pivotal moment in the two nations relations. Officials say the move could affect diplomatic ties and policy directions moving forward.
United States faces a tense stand with Mexico after a forceful State Department note warning Americans against mistreatment by factions. Reports link the warning to spiking tensions akin to events before the Spanish American War. Officials expect the note may sober Mexico, while indicating no interception of communications or actions. Conditions worsen daily in Michoacan Pueblo and Morelos.
President Taft authorizes export of 150 rifles and 50 000 rounds of ammunition for Americans in the Guadalajara district. He also permits 400 rifles and 1 698 000 cartridges plus miscellaneous iron parts for the Mexican government.
The United States declares it will hold the Mexican government and General Orozco strictly responsible for wanton or illegal acts endangering American citizens or property. The note demands protection for Americans and foreigners and humane treatment of combatants under international war rules.
Gordon Wilcoxon, the meningus patient at 177 South Bernard street, Monday continued to show improvement. The Hembry Negro, south of town, is also reported to be doing very well.
Benjamin F. Brown aged 50 died in a fire at his Kennedale residence on Sunday according to local reports. Fire investigators work to determine the cause.
An advertisement for First National Bank highlights capital and surplus figures, emphasizing stability and inviting customers to deposit funds. The bank notes a surplus of $50,000 and frames it as a sign of financial strength.
W. T. Johnson serves as President with A. D Turner as Vice-President. L. H. Schweer acts as Vice President. H. F. Schweer is Cashier. W. F. Woodward is Assistant Cashier and Jack Christal Assistant Cashier.
A concise bank notice notes readiness for opportunity and offers guidance to customers of Exchange National Bank. It lists directors Ed F Bates Dr J M Inge J H Paine C Owsley and invites preparedness for future opportunities.
Officer A. J. Nance serves as president with J. Br. Christal as vice president. J. C Cont is cashier and E. D. Curtis acts as assistant cashier.
County executive committee confirms a meeting on Tuesday May 7 with Chairman Bates presiding. The notice emphasizes procedural actions and agenda topics for the county committee session.
Denton county Texas Democratic leaders issued calls for precinct conventions on May 4 and a county convention May 7 to elect delegates to the state convention. Ed F Bates, county chairman, also announced a May 7 meeting of the County Executive Committee to organize the campaign. The notices specify schedules, chairs, and contingencies for temporary leadership at precincts. Also included are brief telegraphic items from Llano and Wichita Falls about dry vote results and an aviation accident near yesterday.
Fort Worth April 15 J D Watkins resumed the stand in the Norris trial with a chalk talk on handwriting. He said the Norris manuscript and the anonymous letters likely were not written by the same person and noted striking differences. Trial expected to end this week with defense resting and key witnesses, including Mrs J F Norris, to follow. Reverend Norris preached to a crowded Byers church last night using the sea of Galilee as its theme.
Philadelphia April 15 report says a 12 inch 7G route on the battleship Minnesota cracked and released gas trapping ten men. One man was seriously burned while the rest were partially overcome by gas and treated at the scene.
Tallulah Louisiana reports crevasse floods sweeping the town. Boats tied to porches now ply streets as residents seek higher ground. Stores move goods to upper shelves and water rises to cross-trees on telegraph poles north of town.
Local market notices show May wheat at 1.104 dollars and Chicago reports May 1.19 and July 1.06. Corn quotes run 1.01 in car lots, with downstream flour, bran, and corn chops rising. The industry eyes dollar-wheat and hopes prices hold until Denton county harvest finishes.
The world’s largest vessel reports a collision with an iceberg and is crippled at sea. A pilot on board assisted by crew members fights for seaworthiness as authorities coordinate emergency measures.
Wireless reports from April 15 say the White Star liner Titanic, on its maiden voyage, was not sunk but disabled after a collision 360 miles from Cape Race. About 1,470 passengers on board include Mrs. John Jacob Astor and Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt. Carpathia and Baltic rush to aid.
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