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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1913
Page
2
Notice to the public offering correction policy for erroneous reflections in the Record and Chronicle columns. Readers are invited to alert publishers R J Edwards and associates to any conflicting statements about firms individuals or corporations.
In Denton Texas Col Clarence Ousley warns the democratic tariff bill spells disaster for cattle interests despite rising cattle prices. The piece celebrates Denton literacy with low illiteracy rates and condemns dumping of Denton rubbish on country roads, urging city action to curb the nuisance.
Insurance on your stable or barn is as important as protecting your store or factory. Fire and tornado risk are unpredictable. ask for rates and policies. Old phone 54 new phone 120.
The article discusses wool prices in Dallas quoted at 8½ to 9, heavy wool at 10, and explains import duties. It argues free trade yields about 1 cent per pound to buyers, while tariffs shift the world price, leaving producers with squeezed profits and manufacturers angry at compulsory separation from profits.
A father recounts Sir John Millais's childhood to show a painter’s path. Millais' mother sought counsel from a great artist who urged painting, not chimney sweeping, and Millais rose to Royal Academy membership and presidency, earning fame with child portraits and historical scenes. His works, including Cherry Ripe, spread beyond England to America and Europe.
Advertisement cites chronic stomach pains signaling liver or kidney issues and promotes Electric Bitters as the best medicine. Raleigh's H T Alston testifies kidney derangement and liver trouble improved after starting the remedy. Price 50 cents and 1.00, recommended by J F Raley & Co.
A fragment notes readers are urged to study hardware ads in the current paper for price comparisons. The writer mocks the idea of “wanting something” and suggests the ads offer better value than alternative kitchenware.
The Bright Spot on North Side invites patrons to the Princess offering quality service and a popular dining experience. The note emphasizes timely service and the Princess as a leading choice for discerning customers seeking a reliable venue.
Small-town merchants can keep customers at home by handling well known trademarked brands. Buyers compare prices with city stores, while national advertising supports steady demand. Stores should offer standard brands, with consistent quality and strong manufacturer support to grow sales.
A printed schedule lists Essanay drama The Pathway of Years about youth and aging along with The Scales of Justice featuring a police sergeant facing a frame-up before reinstate. Also shown is He Wouldn't Give Up a Cines comedy and other music titles Medley Waltz, After All I've Been to You.
The piece recounts burning women alive for certain crimes and high treason from Saxon to Norman periods, noting abolition by 1790 and late public and private whippings. It cites Judge Jeffreys and cites Christmas season cruelty, drawing comparison to historical public bloodsport.
A party of visitors in Pittsburgh entered the conservatory presented by Mr. Phipps. The guide stepped away and a clerk led them to a translucent marble statue. They admired it and discussed its sculptor and viewpoints with a visitor asking about alabaster. the guide answered Venus.
An offer to try a can of Michigan pork and beans at Turner Bros. invites customers to sample the product at a nominal five cent price, reflecting a promotional push to boost sales.
An advertisement touts D D D Prescription for eczema claiming skin cure via topical wash rather than blood. Dr Evans and Dr Holmes endorse the compound, offering a 25 cent trial and a $1 guarantee through J Fraley & Co.
A maid cared for young Walter Scott at Sandy Knowe after being sent away from Edinburgh to join her lover. Tempted by the devil she planned to kill the infant with scissors and bury him in the moss, but ultimately did not follow through.
Dialogue shows Brother Hardest urged a larger contribution for heathen education while Dr. Goodman replies he is already expanding support by sending his youngest son to college, implying increased personal giving.
Mrs Meekton recalls repeated refusals by her husband before marriage and the effect on their life. The exchange ends with a wry acknowledgment of patience as a virtue in their union.
Dialogue captures a backstage quarrel where Buskin balks at makeup and the manager orders the show to proceed. Tension escalates as last minute changes threaten the performance and cast morale.
A German proverb states that a clear conscience brings heaven while guilt brings hell, contrasting inner peace with moral conflict. This compact adage emphasizes ethical living as a path to tranquility and warns of inner torment from wrongdoing.
A Denton store classified ad section sparks many reader replies. The advertising columns encourage readers to respond to listed items and services.
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