Denton Growth and Student Expenditure Highlight Local Progress
Worth Ray, Denton native and aide to Comptroller Lane, writes from the capital during the legislative session. He notes Denton’s rapid growth since 1910, driven by educational institutions, with estimated annual student spending around 365 000 and new buildings rising from 50 000 to 200 000 yearly, projecting a 10 000 population target in coming years.
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Worth Ray
Denton
W. P. Lane
Ray
The
Normal
North Texas
Insurance policy pitch for real estate owners
A terse sales pitch emphasizes affordable insurance rates from reputable gilt edged companies. It argues that reliable coverage protects improved real estate and frames the premium as a small cost for valuable protection. Contact numbers Old phone 5&4 and New phone 120 are listed.
Tariff protests and export gains cited in policy debate
The piece notes protests by 2500 U S manufacturers against tariff changes in a Democratic revision bill, with only 66 responding to Finance Committee inquiries. It argues export growth since 1900 undermines protectionist claims and highlights rising manufactured goods exports and foreign sales as evidence for freer trade. It also includes dairy and silage guidance from A and M College officials and crop cultivation tips.
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United States
Senate Finance Committee
LaFollette
Saturday Evening Post
Germany
France
Great Britain
The
Europe
North
South
America
Apathetic After False Alarms Echo Old Wolf Cry
The passage notes a shift from alarm to apathy as the community tires of past warnings. Once vigilant for danger, residents now regard the recurring cries as a joke, recognizing their impact faded and skepticism grown.
Majority election clause urged for direct election bill
The Record and Chronicle endorse writing a majority election provision into the law. They argue that majority rule reduces factionalism in Texas politics and would benefit the public, noting that while majorities can err, they err less than minority nominations. Wichita Falls Times joins in support.
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Texas
Record and Chronicle
Wichita Falls
Bucklen's Amica Salve touted as best pain killer
The advertisement claims Bucklen's Amica Salve stops pain on cuts injuries and burns. E E Chamberlain of Clinton Maine endorses it saying it robs injuries of their terrors and equals any healing remedy. Available for 25 cents at J F Raley & Co.
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E. E. Chamberlain
Clinton, Me
J. F. Raley & Co
Cabinet Photos and Cards Studio Offer
One dozen cabinet photos priced at 1.95 with six post cards and six pan photos for 50 cents each. The sale is limited to a short time. John Swartz operates the studio above the post office.
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John Swartz
Quality and service for you at phone seven
A fragment lists emphasis on quality and service with a phone number reference. The readable bits suggest an advertisement or store blurb highlighting customer care and contact.
The Horse Speaks on Summer Care and Comfort
A imagined horse speaks on summer needs citing water timing, shade, and cooling methods. It urges regular small waterings, avoiding grain when warm, quiet rest with breezes, and careful cooling with water or ice, plus screens, fly nets, and clean stables to prevent sunstroke and distress.
Denton Passes 1913 Stairway Spitting Ordinance
City of Denton adopts an anti lounging spitting rule covering stairways sidewalks and railings in public buildings. Violators face fines up to one hundred dollars and the measure becomes effective after passage approval and publication dated July 28 1913.
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Bates
Denton
Texas
ED F. Bates
Wylie Smith
Sec
Fresh vegetable shipment advertised at Pas challs for sale
A Denton Texas ad notes a fresh shipment of choice vegetables at Pas challs with phones 86 and a sales push. It also lists contact options for the Record and Chronicle office or Box 488 Denton.
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Eekly
Denton
Texas
Dally
Record
Chronicle
Paschall’s. Phones
South Texas comb honey available at Turner Bros
Local market note announces South Texas comb honey now on sale at Turner Bros. store offering a natural sweet product from regional beekeepers. Turner Bros. promotes this seasonal item as a specialty for nearby shoppers.
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South Texas
Turner Bros
Citywide Anti Spitting Ordinance Passed
The city council approved a new ordinance banning spitting and loitering in any stairway and prohibiting spitting in public places or on streets within the city limits of Denton.
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Denton
Homebure Two Four Hundreds and Town Social Stars
In August American Magazine George Fitch lampoons small town social life in Homeburg. Mrs Wert Payley dominates society until the arrival of the Singers from Cincinnati who challenge her position and set off a clash of clubs and social routines. The anecdote ends amid the ensuing tensions and campus-like gossip.
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George Fitch
Peoria
Homeburg
Rivalry Among Town Socialites Stops Tea Talks
In winter the town clubs clash as Mrs. Singer forms a public library association and a German event while Mrs. Payley, newly elected president, is excluded from Tea. A private Country Club rises, slivers fly, and the feud splits the town into opposing camps.
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Singer
Payley
Siinger
Frontier Asthma Company Trial Offer
Frontier Asthma Company invites readers to obtain trial treatment and information at no charge. Room 102 Buffalo New York address provided for interested individuals.
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Frontier Asthma Company
Buffalo, N.Y
Old Settlers Picnic In Roanoke And Local News
The Old Settlers and the Odd Fellows picnic in Roanoke features balloon ascensions two steam swings vaudevilles and music by the Odd Fellows band from Texarkana. Obituary notes Mrs M A Duncan dies west of Elizabeth with burial in Elizabeth cemetery. Roanoke beats Argyle 6 to 3 in a Friday baseball game. Birth of a daughter to Mr and Mrs Jolly on Monday July 28. Seed house damage at Farmers gin during Saturday storm. Fort Worth residents E L Stevenson family visiting to make Roanoke home. A child’s foot injury and a convalescent son also noted. Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment advertised with patient testimonial.
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Enterprise
Old Settlers
Odd Fellows
Odd Fellows’ Band
Texarkana
M. A. Duncan
Elizabeth
Holland
Dallas
Roanoke
Argyle
Jolly
E. L. Stevenson
Fort Worth
Lee Gillespie
C. B. Stone
The
Continental Bank
Mineral Wells
Elberta peaches on sale at Wat tam's orchard
Wat tam's orchard offers plenty of Elberta peaches for sale with delivery across the city. W H Wattam operates from Bernard street with new phone 208 for orders.
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Wattam
W. H. Wattam
Bernard Street
The Bluebird Hatpins On Sale By Mrs Joza Dickson
A sales notice invites buyers to purchase the Bluebird hatpins from Mrs. Joza Dickson at Wilson-Hann's, describing the symbol of happiness as the Bluebird and urging hurry before stock runs out.
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Joza Dickson
Wilson-Hann
Turner Bros Promise Prompt, Trusted Deliveries
A compact business notice touts Turner Bros as a reliable delivery provider emphasizing dependable service and customer satisfaction. It invites readers to try their fast handling and steady delivery solutions.
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Turner Bros
Local Groceries Service Promises Full-Time Help
A local business offers full service grocery help with two phone lines. Customers are invited to call 44 Long and King to access their time and business services.
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Long & King
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O. H. Sellars
A. & M. College
Long & Ling
Denton Tailoring Co
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Jewel Majestic
Story
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Evelyn
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