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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1909
Page
2
The Record and Chronicle states it will correct any erroneous reflections upon the character reputation or standing of any firm individual or corporation when brought to the publishers attention. It includes subscription rates and delivery terms in advance.
The current session totals 1 023 at North Texas State Normal with over a month remaining and next year expected to exceed 1 290. Figures include summer session and exclude duplicates. Banks seek one or more of the ten thousand dollar bills paid into the State Treasury by Waters-Pierce Oil. several local individuals would gratefully receive such payments.
The author laments a decline in native birds such as robins and cardinals while mockingbirds and jays become rarer. English sparrows spread and dominate, threatening diverse avifauna as their numbers grow each year.
In Denton spring scenery inspires reflection on prairies and nature. The piece also endorses the Baskin McGregor act of the Thirtieth legislature, arguing it will raise saloon standards, impose penalties, and empower license revocation while detailing requirements for license applicants and enforcement by Judge Robertson.
Judge Robert asserts that enforcing Sunday law through liquor dealer bonds would shut down saloons and remove them from politics. He suggests uniform licenses for whiskey and beer and higher fees to deter violations, arguing that doubling the price would attract more financially responsible operators and strengthen deterrence.
The Record and Chronicle criticize rushing a bank guaranty law, noting the United States and Texas endured without such guarantees for generations. They compare to Jenner and Behring medical advances and doubt Cureton’s financial cure is as transformative as those public health milestones. They suggest waiting for the next regular session may yield broader consensus.
A cheeky anonymous verse about the ideal husband is highlighted by Back Talk and linked to a Dallas News remark. The note jokes that a man who never errs is dead to spouses, sparking readers to cut out the poem. Classified ads and lost articles are mentioned in the space.
The author contrasts European rail travel with American practices noting class divisions, carriage design, and tariffs. He recalls experiences from Germany and Spain, describes third class crampedness, hot water heating, and fresh train etiquette, and laments the lack of such polish in the United States.
For about fifteen years Hunt's Cure has been sold with a strict guarantee to cure itching skin troubles. Fewer than one percent of buyers asked for a refund because the product simply does the work.
The article explains dry farming by deep plowing a year ahead, creating a firm subsoil bed that blocks salt rise, and continually pulverizing surface soil to act as mulch. Moisture is saved like a sponge, with relentless cultivation until crops shade mulch, then harvest and immediate field rest before next season.
L Bingham faced amputation threat and gangrene from injured toes. Doctors warned he would die without surgery. He used Buecklen's Arnica Salve and was reportedly wholly cured. Advertises 25c at J F Raley & Co.
In Waxahachie Texas on April 27 indications suggest the jury in the Arthur Redman murder case may fail to reach a verdict after two days of deliberation. Redman, previously convicted in Hill County and given a life term, has a new trial.
The advertisement touts Hunt's cure as a long running remedy for skin troubles especially itching. It claims it cures any case in one box and credits success to results rather than advertising.
A promise of a special treat remains on hold for Saturday night. The message hints at enjoyable plans but provides few concrete details or participants.
Capudine relieves headaches from colds heat stomach or nerves. The liquid medicine works quickly and is pleasant to take. Available at drug stores in 10 25 and 59 cent sizes.
In Austin on April 27 the House debated the general appropriation bill and considered cuts to militia encampment funds. Strickland proposed reducing $20,000 to $10,000 while Reedy offered a substitute to abolish encampment funding and armory rental for two years. The chamber recessed as amendments stalled.
Mr Stevens confirms Captain Tuttle is dead and faces a mutinous crew as the Sea Queen sails toward rumored islands. Anderson presses to pursue the treasure story despite ice and winter, while Celeste and Lady Darlington seek a path forward. The crew awaits a decision on how to proceed.
Legislative notes from Austin report the Senate confirming the Governor's appointment of Dr Brumby to the post of State Health officer. The notice notes the official action taken yesterday in the state capital.
The measure aimed at curbing lobbying in the Senate, targeting executive and departmental heads, sparked extensive discussion and faced objections. It was withdrawn to permit wording corrections amid continued objections.
The Senate Insurance committee reported favorably bills amending the fraternal beneficiary organization law allowing life insurers to deposit with the Insurance Commissioner and enabling surety companies to form an association to set rates. Hudspeth’s bill to license hunters was also reported favorably.
A group spent Sunday in New Braunfels entertained by Harry Landa, delivering a light social event with music and camaraderie for attendees.
Crowds at the State Treasury spent about five hours viewing the Waters-Pierce fine money, with many visitors eager to inspect the total amount and curious about the penalties.
A certificate of dissolution has been granted to the Pilot Point Telegraph Company, marking the official end of its corporate existence under applicable laws. The action concludes the company’s operations and obligations.
The Senate moved a House bill to amend the state teachers certificates law to grant certificates to graduates of recognized institutions requiring twenty courses for graduation. After amendments, the bill was finally passed.
The House debated the appropriations bill and adopted an amendment to provide fifty thousand dollars for the San Jacinto battlefield park while continuing twenty three thousand dollars previously appropriated and still unspent.
A reader praises Hunt's Lightning Oil claiming Gran Pop uses it for rheumatism Dad for cuts sprains and bruises Mammy for burns scalds and aches Sis for catarrh and chilblains and the writer uses it for everything asserting it removes pain at the root.
Wm McCracken a transfer company owner in Beaumont Tex was stabbed this morning by Cenoperon Galazar at the Texas and New Orleans freight station. He was stabbed in the back and jumped from a second story to reach his office three blocks away where he collapsed. The Mexican was captured after a police struggle and reportedly angry because his paycheck did not arrive. McCracken's condition is serious.
Advertises Mother Gray's Sweet Powders for children claiming to ease colds feverishness teething headaches and stomach troubles. Encourages mothers to use the remedy and warns against substitutes. Free trial package offered to mothers who write to Allen S Olmstead Le Roy N Y.
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