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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1912
Page
4
A grocer notes customers switch to the latest model, reporting three to five times more business with the new phone than the old. Tailors echo the sentiment, suggesting the upgrade drives higher sales and customer interest in newer devices.
The notice records a change of contact numbers noting a residence phone and a new office phone at an address near Curtis Drug Street. No further details provided.
Sam Harper from Milam Creek north of the city reports thousands of web worms destroying early foliage on forest trees and a case of worms attacking plum trees with fruit all destroyed. The webs appear peculiar in creek bottoms where sun reflects off the white strands.
J M Gary attended a conference at Aubrey. Will Clinch s son ill with appendicitis improving. Henry Miller s little girl has pneumonia. T J Settle is sick. John Gary went to Dallas. Bud Wade and W L Lambert sold their cotton this week. Jim Odell had an eye removed after an injury cutting stalks.
Local ad praises Minnis pharmacy for prescription work and presents Hall's Catarrh Cure as a universal remedy with a 100 dollar pledge for failure. It notes the product is taken internally and targets blood and mucous membranes, with testimonials and pricing listed for pills and cure claims.
An April 22 event at the I A campus is highlighted as a community focus for Denton County residents with plans urging participation and local engagement.
Readers are told that their lawn mowers are outstanding and well worth consideration. The ad hints at a special feature and invites inquiry for details.
The First Methodist church board approved immediate concrete walks to the parsonage and side cards. A cork carpet for the full floor was ordered, insurance on building and furnishings renewed for three years, and pew deliveries expected soon. Finance committee includes Prof. Borden, Dr. Martin, D. R. Turner, and W. S. Miller.
A campus carnival called the C I A carnival brings a lively array of rides and games to the college grounds. Students and visitors enjoy a day of entertainment with a mix of shoot the chute style attractions and merry-go-round attractions.
A twelve year old son of Joe Blackburn between Roanoke and Justin contracts severe meningitis. Serum given promptly. city case confined to the Wilcox child. The Hembry negro nearby is nearly well. The city case remains the only one inside Roanoke limits.
A local business emphasizes growth through efficient service quality merchandise and fair pricing. The ad invites customers to try their offerings at Phones 4 Long and King.
C. E. Farmer, formerly of Denton and a Fort Worth resident who still owns a Denton County farm, announces candidacy for the 54th district representative seat covering Vernon and Tarrant counties. He pledges support for local educational institutions and expresses strong interest in Denton County schools.
An old fashioned sales pitch touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as quick relief for pimples boils bruises and burns with a promise of healing every healable thing. It promotes 25 cent jars at J F Raley Co and advertises a fair with confetti balloons and a merry go round.
A bold advertising line claims customers will be connected with a firm that satisfies their grocery needs, promising prompt assistance through a single phone call. The phrasing highlights the convenience and reliability of the service.
A display will feature U S currency and coins, old fractional money, and pieces with historic or romantic links. Notable is a silver dollar said to have been kept by a Confederate soldier through the war, now about 110 years old. Bring any money with a historical tie for inclusion. safe return guaranteed.
Denton camp No. 15 Woodmen of the World outlines a decoration day program for the second Sunday in May, inviting all county camps to attend. Clerk Matthews says they hope for about 3 600 Woodmen at the services as plans are finalized for the event.
Marshall proclaims in his sermon that Jesus is the mediator who reconciles God and man and brings peace through the cross. A strong song program accompanies the evening as congregants sing and reflect on the golden text of John 3 16.
Tom Fletcher of Mingo surrendered to Denton officers on a charge of aggravated assault. He is implicated in a cutting affray at Mingo that injured Jim Sanklin in a field. Sanklin said he could reach town in about a day. Fletcher was released on bond.
An advertisement promotes ordering groceries by phone, promising first class service and prompt delivery at the right price. It repeatedly urges readers to call the number 44 for service.
Dr. Fred Burnet of Fowler Kansas and Miss Ethelyne Swafford of 155 North Elm Street were married Wednesday at home with Rev. O. T. Cooper officiating. Miss Swafford's family recently moved here from Memphis, and the couple left Tuesday afternoon for their Kansas home.
G A McMakin reports a mother wolf and eight pups captured after dogs from Cummins Fox and Sconce tracked them. The mother was trapped and the remaining pup caught above Ponder. The grown wolf weighed over 75 pounds. The men plan to keep the cubs. Also advertised is a new automatic sharpening machine at Sheridan's Garage.
Special machinery. Satisfaction guaranteed. We do the work and do it right. Mowers called for and delivered. Old phone 42. TEXAS WIRE FENCE CO.
The notice invites readers to a carnival on the college campus with an appeal to join and enjoy the event. It also mentions the Ideal Restaurant offering a Special Sunday Dinner every Sunday and promotes their bread as a pleaser. April a9 iu.
In the United States there are 45000 drug stores and this one offers a superior prescription service. A trained staff handles over a thousand prescriptions monthly, aiming to outperform the average. The speaker has 22 years in the business and urges patients to consult their doctor about supplementing care with this high quality service.
An advertisement claims Dr King’s New Discovery cured a man’s dreadful cough after years of illness. It reiterates the product’s quick, safe reliability and lists price options 54 cents and 1.00 with a trial bottle free at FE Raley Co. It also promotes fresh fish and oysters at a restaurant.
An old ad claims a sluggish liver causes blues and promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills from J. F. Raley & Co. Long & King. It touts stomach liver and kidney benefits and mentions Sunday dinners at the Ideal Restaurant.
A lively campus event featuring moving pictures minstrel shows and a big carnival rolled into one. The program invites students and locals to enjoy diverse performances and amusements on April 22 at the campus venue.
Nellie McMakn visited near Argyle. Nettie Prewitt and Elliot Moore called on friends in Farmers Branch. Susie Breeding and son traveled to Denton. Ethel Gibbons visited her Denton parents. Benton Jolly called in Grapevine. A C Wilkerson and wife from Justin visited relatives here. Rev Cofer of Krum to preach at Double Oak Sunday. Mr and Mrs F Brown hosted a party Saturday night.
Corinth news reports health in the community remains good. Farm work was delayed by rain and a decoration at Swisher cemetery will be held on May 5 instead of May 4 as previously planned.
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