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Newspaper

Record And Chronicle

Location

Denton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1912

Page

3

Lost and found notices from Denton area listings

FOUND- LADIES' BLACK COLT south of Denton. REWARD FOR return to J. A. McCrary, 208. FOUND.-ON McKINNEY STREET pair of ladies' white duck shoes, two pairs of hose and belt. LOST-BOY'S BLACK OVERcoat With white specks. Reward for return to this office. Call at 18 West Side Square. WANTED-TO BUY A GOOD milk cow. FURNISHED ROOMS TO RENT Close in Mrs. P. C. Withers. Plenty of storage room to rent in the Wright building basement. also southwest room at Opera House building. See Mrs. Wright. 2061fe

Mckinney Street Wright Building Opera House W. . Wright

Cement contractor boasts first class work at right price

A. Bushey and M. Gurley advertise as cement contractors offering first class work at competitive prices with invitation to get estimates.

M. Gurley

Fragmentary Market Ad Provides Mixed Feedstuffs List

A damaged ad fragment mentions ANE WOOD offering hopg bran corn hay and other feedstuffs. It references a stove, eater food on the market, a fall measure, and Elm Street with two phone numbers.

Arkanda Elm Street

Dray and Moving Services Ad by Brownlow and Strickland

Brownlow and Strickland advertise dray work and household moving services with new and old phone numbers. The office is at 34 East Hickory and contact numbers listed as 110 and 310.

Brownlow & Strickland East Hickory

Denton Transfer Co Serves City with New Phone Listings

Denton Transfer Co. operated by H. Morrison announces a new phone number 70 and old bone 34 for calls made anywhere in the city. Trunks and baggage handling noted as part of service proximity to theElm building.

Denton Transfer CO H. Morrison Old Bone

Dray Service Ad Promises Prompt Moves and Low Rates

An old classified style ad touts a dray business offering prompt service at reasonable rates. It advertises two large moving vans and both household and specialty moves, with office and residence phone numbers for contact.

Parks & Lester

First Class Wood Work At Waldrip's Blacksmith Shop

Notice advertises J L Waldrip at Lacy's Blacksmith Shop offering quality wood work materials and reasonable prices. Dated 16 Oct.

J. L. Waldrip Lacy

City Meat Market Ad on West Oak Street

Local market advertises best meals at right prices with prompt delivery. Old phone 1311, new number 34 for contact.

City Meat Market West Oak St

Dentist Dk W. A. Jones Serves West Side Patients

Dentist Dk W. A. Jones operates at West Side Squars offering general care and routine checkups to the local community.

W. A. Jones West Side Squars

Denton Dentist J W Pralin Advertises Location

Denton Texas dentist J W Pralin operates from South Side Square in the middle of the block up stairs.

J W. Pralin South Side Square Denton Texas

Veterinarian Dr W E Botts Adopts New Contact Numbers

Dr W E Botts veterinary surgeon announces office move to Denton and Lipscom stock with new phone 70 and old 34. Residence lines updated from old 486 to new 293.

W. E. Botts

Anderson’s Harness and Shoe Repair Shop Ad

Quick messenger service offered by L L Roark with new phone 340 White 2241. Anderson’s Harness and Shoe Repair Shop located first door east of Puckett’s Grocery. Brashears and Yeatts office listed.

L. L. Roark Anderson's Harness and Ehoe Puckett’s Grocery A. Brashears Hamilton & Yeatts

FOR SALE NOTARY SEAL AND HORSE AND WAGON ITEMS

For sale notary seal and plant items from pati ree TREE AND VINE. Also Western American Union for sale. A good gentle horse and buggy offered cheap if bought now. See Wylie Smith & Co. 210p. Registered hogs for sale from Acme herd of Poland Chinas headed by Pig Boy 163615 pedigrees furnished. For sale or trade brand new No 10 Remington typewriter latest model. CURTIS.

Wylie Smith & Co Acme Poland Remington O M. Curtis

For Sale Goods Mule and Cane Seed at Carnival

For sale a good mule and J. J. Matthews tobacco items from Austin’s Improved Honey Cane seed suitable for sorghum syrup or feed. Taliaferro’s hosts the sale. Carnival on the college campus invites attendance for fun and entertainment. April 99.

Austin Taliaferro

Automobile Line Autos For Hire

W W Bilingsley offers auto for hire with old phone 330 and new 445 listed for contact and service details.

W. W. Bilingsley

Houses and Furnished Conmis for Rent in Denton

Houses and furnished conmis for rent by A. R. McGintie. Properties include north south east and west in the city of Denton. Office one door east of Exchange National bank.

A. R. McGintie Denton T Exchange National Bank

Lock repair and key making services advertised

A small classified notice offers lock repairs and sewing machine service. It states they can repair locks and sew machines and make keys to fit any size. The ad mentions Magill and Shepard as possible business or contact names.

Kk Magill & Shepard Tfe

Poultry eggs offered for various ducks and chickens

English and American Indian Runner duck eggs for sale. Mrs A L Scott advertises 14 ducks producing 14 eggs daily with plenty of eggs on hand at 2.00 per setting of 13. See Will Mitchell at Mitchell's Barber Shop for details.

Will Mitchell Michell

Late Personal News From Denton and Surroundings

Jonathan Wood from east of Lewisville visited Monday along with Mr and Mrs Frank Sweeney of Austin visiting her father J Y Ali Quigg. County Sheep Inspector G C Masters leaves for second county inspection. Walter Davis attended a relative’s funeral in Argyle. Mrs H C Holmes of Temple is visiting and recovering from meningitis. M C Coeten of Stony plans Friday trip to San Angelo. Rev A A Costen and A C Lachman of Dallas visited Denton on business praising the town.

Jonathan Wood Lewisville Frank Sweeney O M. C Coeten Stony San Amelo A. A. Costen A. C. Lachman Phillip Lipstz Co Dallas Mr. Lachman Denton

Grocery business promise to please customers

A sales pitch from LONG and KING promising complete customer satisfaction. They urge readers to call and note the provided phone numbers for contact.

Long & King

Classifieds Offer Space to Sell Your Items

If you have something to sell, use the classified section to reach local buyers. Post concise descriptions, prices, and contact details to attract interest quickly.

Denton Denton County Feee Denton Trust Company

Political Announcements for Democratic Primary Support

Citizens are urged to review announced candidates and consider backing them in the July Democratic primary. The notices invite scrutiny of each claim and encourage public support for eligible contenders.

State Senate District Rlu Cable for Montague

District election notes show Montague residents voting in State Senate race District Rlu Cable. Ballot actions include local candidate filings and district boundaries. Voter guidance emphasizes timely registration and polling locations.

State Senate R. Lu. Cable Fof Montague

Local and County Officials List for Ballot

A dense OCR list presents names for Local Representative and county offices. It includes Alvin Mowsley for Local Representative and multiple candidates for County Judge Sheriff Clerk Treasurer Assessor and other posts such as Tax Collector and Superintendent. The fragment lists numerous individuals and precincts with no narrative context.

Court Busy With Probate and Civil Docket Items

A crowded court calendar handled probate orders setting civil and other time matters. Judges presided over numerous routine motions and calendar items, with clerks noting filings and schedules for upcoming hearings.

Non jury Matters Dominate Week With Guilty Plea Recorded

County court's first week jury discharge leaves Civil Criminal and Probate dockets active. Willie Jackson pleaded guilty to petty theft, fined $1, and half day in jail. Civil docket lists numerous debt and property actions with continuances and amendments. probate matters appoint executors trustees guardians and set bonds, with several estates continued to July term.

Willie Jackson Dublin Mill and Elevator Co Geo. W Hiame K. H. Deavenport & Co Planters’ Gin Co C. M. Simmons J. L. McCullar First National Bank of Lewisvile H. A. Wright First National Bank of Lewsville L. F L. Bailey T. E. Berry Exchange National Bank of Denton E. Hamilton Penton County National Bank Ravenna State Bank G. K. True AT. & S&s. F. Railway Co W Ley Grain and Elevator Ca G. C F. Ry. Co CB. Grant J.C. Baldwin C. A Taylor S. M. Bradley L. Fulton H. Deavenport State Bank of Celesta Bradley and Arnold A. J. Charett J. D. Sullivan Haskell Maxwell Charley Wells Seday Wilson Hardware Co Joe McKimmons J. P J. J. McCracken C. M. Cauble Casper Hoffmyer J. T. Campbell Este Jane Winkier Andy Crawford J. B. Shelton E. F. Stover W. Dahlliken A. F E. Graham C. T. Graham W. R. Graham B. H. Leavenport R. M. Barns L. Blewett W. R Olin Graham D. M. Mills Anna Myer G. E. Hamilton W. G. Thatcher Will Cock Fox T. Nail Thomas Nil Econtiatesa Rosa Wm. Machnitzsky Emma Machnitzsky W. W. Wilson R .€. Wilson Edith and Guy Garrson Florence Phillips Florence Garrison

Carnival at the CIA offers Mexican booth and meals

Short orders available at all times. Ideal Restaurant invites all ages to enjoy a carnival atmosphere. A Mexican booth promises authentic foods straight from Mexico for diners to sample.

IDEAL Mexico

Carpathia Returns After Titanic Disaster Rescue Efforts

News recap of the Titanic tragedy notes Carpathia rescuers sending word that New York will be the port of arrival, and that fog and ice hinder hopes for survivors. It reports Parisian confirming no survivors aboard and Virginian leaving the disaster area for Liverpool.

Carpathia New York Liverpool

Painter F. D Millet Possibly Among Carpathia Survivors

Associated Press dispatch reports the Carpathia may have brought into port the famous painter F. D Millet among those saved. A name resembling his was taken from the vessel, suggesting possible recovery of the artist.

Carpathia Port Associated Press Dispatch F. D Millet

Titanic death toll rises to about 1200 after wreck

New York AP dispatch reports that earlier claims of no loss of life were incorrect. The Titanic struck the iceberg at 7 20 Monday morning and sank hours later, with the death toll now believed to be about 1200.

Tate Associated Press Dispatch New York Titanic

Passengers on Titanic Linked to Many in London

London reports show numerous Titanic passengers have relatives in the city as inquiries spread. Telegraphs note families in mourning and officials urge calm while awaiting confirmed lists.

London Report Claims Titanics Lacked Lifeboats

An Associated Press dispatch from London dated April 16 reports that the Titanic did not have enough boats to save all the passengers. The claim reflects public concern over maritime safety and the vessel's lifeboat capacity.

London Associated Press Dispatc Titan’e

Dr King’s New Life Pills Promote Better Feelings

An advertisement claims the pills ease the blues by cleansing the stomach liver and kidneys. It recommends J. F. Raley & Co. as the seller at a price of 25e and promises relief from bilious poison and sluggish liver.

Kad Habir Dr. King

Shoe Advertisements Invite Careful Shop Inspection

The notice urges readers to study the shoe advertisements in today’s paper. Merchants advertise to induce visits to examine wares and possibly obtain better shoes for less money.

Waterman Idea Fountain Pens Offer Universal Satisfaction

An advertisement extols Waterman Idea Fountain Pens for all pen uses. It emphasizes mechanical superiority, years of market presence, and models from $2.50 up with a full stock of styles including regular, safety, and self filler.

Waterman Watermans

Titanic Disaster Toll Grows as Survivors Searched

Report lists prominent victims believed drowned including J. Astor, Archibald Butt, Isidor Straus and others. Carpathia still lists survivors as wireless interruptions continue. search in freezing seas is abandoned and rumors circulate about a prank wireless operator.

Jom Jacob Astor Achibald Butt Prsident Taft Chas. M. Hays Grand Trunk Railroad W. T. Stead Benjamin Guggenheim Milonaire Family F D. Millett J. G. Widene Philadelphia Isador Straus New York Mllionaire J. B. Thayer Pennsylvania Railroad Henry K. Harris Col. Roebling Need Joker

Read the ads to stretch your dollars this season

The piece urges readers to skim the day’s advertisements to maximize value. It highlights merchants’ money saving announcements and encourages taking advantage of the deals presented in the paper.

Local visitors and residents record in Garza area

April 9 report lists G Herd of Rector W C W Dickson from Denton T A M Galliard in Denton Frank Ross from Denton Jim Allen from Dickson Mr and Mrs Hardwick from Little Elm Pockrus from Corinth Mrs Vera Hardwick of Wichita Falls visited Mrs J K Hogan Mrs Robert Haskins of Denton Walter Long to Dallas Geo P Elbert in Dallas W L Bradley in Lewisville Tom Stacy from Lewisville J Bratcher in Denton Geo P Elbert in Lewisville Mr and Mrs W A Henry in Bartonville M L Chandler visiting son in Childress.

Garza News GARZA G. Herd Rector W C W Dickson Denton T. A. M Galliard Frank Ross Den Jim Allen Dickson Hardwick Little Elm With Pockrus Cor Nth Vera Hardwick Wichita Falls J. K. Hogan Robert. Haskins Walter Long Dallas Geo. P. Elbert W_ lL. Bradley Lewisville Tom Stacy J Bratcher W. A. Henry Bartonville M. L. Chandler

Also Mentioned on This Page

Black Colt J. A. McCrary West Side Square Blue. Iwide P. C. Withers Oak St North Elm Veterinaria J. J. Matthews 1Ocksmiths Poultry Department B. F. Soloman A. L Scott Aubrey Alvin Mowsley H Hoskins FE Tobin Frank) Witte E. Miller M. Gary C.llane J. K. McKelvy County Treasuer Dad Egan William Nelson H V Virgil) Hennen Sam Hawkins O T. Button C. Orr W B. Fry N. C. Batis H R. Wilson Geo. M Hopkins E. I. Key J McCook W KE Durbin S. T. Higgins Justice William McCormick George Watson CC Sullivan G. L Granville John F Morgan J. R John) Johnson W F Fred) Cunningham T S Atcheson J A. Sweat Vr «Ytate Joan Leere Taylor Hadware Co Carpatha Newfoundland Heath British Metropolis Waterman Pens O. M. Curtis Kocaks Pvge 1 Missourie Kansas Texas and Pacific Mays East Side Square Julian Scruggs Malmne U.S. Pat Henderson-Sturges Piano Co Houston St Ft. Worth Tex W. Side Sq Denton, Tex
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