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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1909
Page
2
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The piece commends Governor for appointing W. D. Williams of Fort Worth to the railroad commission vacancy while praising his capabilities. It also mentions North Texas Normal leading in attendance with 666 students and notes a dispute over a two mile race and a carriage accusation against a North Texas athlete. Three lawyers now sit on the commission.
The article highlights Denton's growth driven by a coordinated commercial organization backed by resources and manpower. It notes Denton's population has roughly doubled since 1960 without organized effort and forecasts potential doubling in the next few years if combined efforts continue.
A North Texas town, smaller than Denton, gains a strong commercial group. The Farmersville Commercial Club is distributing informative folders on agricultural development and stock raising to attract homeseekers, with several real estate deals closing in two months. The Record and Chronicle expects Denton County to draw settlers from the North as a result.
Ex populist Rep Bostic of Harrison County backs 100 mile railroad from Rusk to Dallas as a key populist demand. He says Governor Campbell now supports the plan and school fund loans to farmers could follow, noting the party’s evolution and current Democratic alignment.
The Lewisville town vote supports a 25 cent special school tax levy and bonds totaling 7,000 dollars to replace the schoolhouse burned last fall. The Denison Herald notes the move as a sign of local enterprise and progress.
The Senate finance committee heard a delegation of independent oil producers and refiners seeking a 50 cent ad valorem tax on crude oil and all products and an exemption from the Payne bill drawback clause. Spokesmen Fraichot Chamberlain and Tarbell argued the industry’s share of refining and U S oil production and noted foreign duties on American oil. Senators questioned motives and implications for Standard Oil.
Washington April 23 The House opened and waited for forty minutes then took ten actions on the census bill The census committee chair Crumpacker urged adherence to Senate amendments but no quorum existed to proceed No conferees were appointed and the House adjourned until Monday.
The speaker touts Hunt's Lightning Oil as a universal remedy used by every family member for rheumatism cuts burns bruises catarrh chilblains and general aches claiming it removes pain at the roots. The ad emphasizes its effectiveness across a wide range of ailments.
Slidell Tex April 23 final report by treasurer Richard P Head shows receipts to April 7 totaling 1216 23 including cash from Emory Krum Sunday school and others with 3 sacks potatoes 2 sacks beans and 1 case coffee in kind gifts disbursements to April 7 total 1210 23 list includes many small payments to named individuals. Local note ends with Best tamales in town Estes Hamburg er stand East side.
Weather does not dampen attendance as Pearl Street Church of Christ holds a Christian revival this week. Topics include The Tabernacle, The Means and Conditions of Salvation, Make it as Sure as You Can, and The Great Salvation with services nightly at 7 p m and Sunday at 11 a m. Everyone is invited to attend.
Delegates at the Travelers' Protective Association convention in Fort Worth Texas endorsed Fort Worth leader George Diehl for National president ahead of the Ashville North Carolina national convention. Officers election is held this afternoon with Seymour Bracher of Houston favored to win the presidency.
Senator Bailey sparred with Senator Aldrich in the Senate over the finance committee’s tariff revision stance. Bailey questioned a 200 percent gas retort rate increase and pressed if the plan matched Republican promises to revise downward. Aldrich rejected the premise, arguing Republicanism and Unionism differed, while Bailey attacked the administration and South loyalty.
An early advertisement claims Simmon’s Sarsaparilla cleanses the system of impurities to prevent fever. It touts benefits of purifying blood improving appetite strength and ambition for improved health.
Texas and Western senators report assurances from tariff leaders that hides will face a fifteen percent duty in the new bill, matching the present law. An unrelated drug ad for Hicks’ Capicline claims to relieve headaches and nerves, urging purchase at drug stores.
A verse poem by C F Horton critiques town critics and praises boosters. It lampoons persistent naysayers who hinder progress while urging readers to join the club, stay active, and support local development and initiatives.
BHAUUVEPORT La April 23 The Busch Everett Co of St Louis today contracted with Harper Mc Capa to drill fifty oil and gas wells in Caddo and Bossier parishes at a cost of 300.00 The promoters contemplate a natural gas line to St Louis.
Fire at Liberty incurred a twenty five thousand dollar blaze. Brownwood will get free mail delivery. Nine hundred men joined Woodcrafts in Greenville. Speaker Canton will snub Minority Leader Clark in committee selections. Master Bakers adopt price fix on bread. Fort Supply cattleman J. W. Martin fatally burned saving cattle in a prairie fire. Wheat prices slip as Patten sells future holdings. W C Barkley and Jde Sontag wounded in Gainesville when a pistol dropped. Wheat shipments to Texas mills reach Galveston and Dallas Wichita Falls and other destinations. Texas Manufacturing Conference to meet Dallas May 19 20. Religious riots persist with Adana area casualties. Five missionary women in danger at Hadjim Turkey.
An old classified ad hawks Parisan Sage hair restorer promising dandruff cure and baldness stop. It claims quick two week results and money back guarantee. Sold by O. M. Curtis and distributed by Giroux Mfg. Co. Buffalo New York.
Bale shucks sell for 4 dollars a ton or one bale equaling the food value of prairie hay. The notice references Alliance Milling Co and mb0tte, indicating a feed or agricultural pricing update from the company.
Curtis Drugist of Denton advertises Vinol a tonic claimed to vitalize digestion boost assimilation enrich the blood and rejuvenate every organ. The copy promises to refund money if it does not benefit any tester, appealing to old and young alike.
In Waxahachie on April 23, Ernie Williams James Brooks and Earl Beck, boys, were arrested for setting barns and other structures on fire in Midlothian. The trio confessed to the recent spate of blazes that had alarmed residents after long attempts to identify the culprits.
In Nashville on April 23 the state argued against a new trial for Duncan and Robin Cooper, convicted of Senator Carmack's murder. Fitzhugh contended Robin aided his father, sharing responsibility, while Anderson debated the defense's position. Judge Anderson and Attorney General MacCary concluded arguments. decision pending next week.
J Bingham of Princeville Illinois resisted doctors who warned he would die without foot amputation. He applied Bucklen’s Arnica Salve and recovered completely. The salve cures eczema fever sores boils burns and piles are noted as astounding worldwide. Availability 25 cents at J F Raley & Co.
In Lincoln Nebraska on April 23 W J Bryan under the heading stop the Gambling in the Commoner attacks grain market gamblers. He blames them for many deaths and says no monarchy would tolerate the system. He notes Congress should curb Board of Trade gambling in foodstuffs and calls efforts futile.
The county court announces the jury for the upcoming week. Members listed include J F Clayton B W Davis D Baker T J Pryor C S Kelier C H Gray John Hubble Ed Thomas W H Amyx W W Measles E F Herron John D Thomason.
Denton readers are warned that kidney troubles can take hold quietly and worsen health. Backache headaches nervousness and urinary problems signal trouble. Doan’s Kidney Pills are promoted as a safe remedy with a local testimonial from W C Orr of 76 South Wim Street Denton Texas who reports relief after using the product. Sold by all dealers 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo sole agents for the U S.
A aboard narrative unfolds on a yacht as De Nova and Stephens discuss Tuttle's brutality and potential mutiny. They consider seizing control to stop the mad captain, while Tuttle's sea superstition and visits by a ghost loom large over the crew below.
In a cramped ship cabin off the Antarctic Atlantic, tense negotiations unfold between Captain De Nova and a wary crew. The narrator, guarding Lady Darlington, weighs threats from a crazed Tuttle while navigating uncertain loyalties, sharing a wary alliance with De Nova as they press toward an unknown destination.
A fragmented ad promotes Electric Bitters as a cure for backache and general weakness. It claims warnings from nature and river dangers, urges readers to take the remedy, and cites a testimonial by J. R. Blankenship of Belk Tennessee. The offer lists five cents at J. F. Raley & Co.
Gilmer Texas April 23 Amoht Schaffer 30 was seriously injured today by a premature explosion of powder while blasting at a rock quarry five miles east of here. His arm was mangled.
The article tells how Geo B. Blevens’s son was deemed incurable with consumption by two doctors but recovered after using Dr King’s New Discovery. Blevens credits the remedy with restoring his son’s health, calling it invaluable and offering a trial bottle with a guarantee.
The Record and Chronicle notice a surge in classified columns as tests expand results. Administrators urge readers to try the new sections and report back with proof of improved coverage and efficiency.
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