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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1909
Page
4
A Denton letter recalls seeking sure-enough artesian water, requesting a 5 gallon jug by express. The recipient, now living elsewhere, keeps the water in a safe to prevent evaporation and deter prowlers.
Denton logged a heat record with 110 degrees at noon on Thursday, 106 degrees by 2 30 in the afternoon. The oppressive heat caused a prostration in one case, according to Superintendent Carlisle's readings.
The Duggan Abstract Co. is temporarily located in the court house during rebuilding of its permanent headquarters on the south side of the square. It will pay you to get prices on plumbing supplies and plumbing work from Wilson Hardware Company.
Mrs. Ethel Oliver, wife of Woods Oliver and daughter of the late D. Cope, died Wednesday at her home in Ponder after two weeks with inflammation of the brain. She was about 25, survived by husband and two children, with funeral at 5 o'clock Thursday evening in Akens cemetery.
Mr and Mrs Asbury Abney hosted a Wednesday informal evening at their West Oak street residence in Fort Worth to honor guest Miss Irene Leahy. Guests included Miss Minnie Wettermark Eva Poe Ivey May Gene Seay Winifrey Woodward Gertrude Hampton Teresa Abney Mrs Nelson Webb Mineral Wells Mrs Abernathy Witherspoon Jack Webb Fred Rayzor Dr Fry Jerome Blount Robert McBride Ed Wilson and the Abernathys.
The Alliance Milling Co. warns ice customers to report any poor service by ice wagon operators. Call 13060 for prompt investigation and resolution of courteous treatment and service concerns.
Taliaferro announces sewing machines for sale and introduces a three day engagement at the Majestic Theater featuring Erwin and O'Neil in A Dress Rehearsal. Miss O'Neill, known for leading Matinee Girl roles, headlines sketches likely to intrigue Majestic patrons.
Ada sheriff's posse from Ada and Wynnewood closes in on Will Hendrix, Choctaw convict and murder suspect who escaped Paris Texas jail. The heavily armed fugitive heads toward southwestern Oklahoma with battle likely imminent as lawmen brace for capture.
A. B. Pattison arranged a bale of cotton to be exhibited today ten miles east of town. The 450 pound bale arrived at noon and was gnawed at the Taylor Bros. gin. Early arrival credited to hot weather and absence of boll weevils. sale premium not yet set.
Railroad officials announce the Katy will start a new passenger service on September first between St Louis and Texas points. Denton will receive two additional daily trains and Dallas departures are planned overnight. W B Williams and W S St George of the Katy indicate the time card may be set at Denison with a meeting to finalize arrangements.
A large blaze devastated three houses and several barns on the west side, with losses totaling thousands. Firefighters battled flames as wind shifted, preventing full containment while residents saved belongings and a college hose cart struggled with tangled lines.
Garrison and Kimmins promote Skeet-Away as a superior and more affordable mosquito preparation. The Wilson Hardware Company offers free estimates on plumbing work.
Prof. J. A. Cagie, principal of the North Side public school, has received an offer to chair the faculty of the Texas Baptist University at Dallas. The position includes a salary increase, but he has not yet accepted, as he likes Denton well.
Denton County, despite dry weather, reports strong farming activity with about 500000 bushels of wheat sold at high May prices averaging $1.40 per bushel. Corn acreage is likely the largest ever, with variable yields but sufficient supply for sale. In Denton town, a sewer system, more business and residential construction, and North Texas State Normal School improvements mark substantial growth.
R H Bates died after being overcome by heat around noon. He had gone to the rear of the yard and called his wife for water as he returned to the house. She aided him toward a room and bed when he collapsed unconscious.
Mrs. Woodrum shows slight improvement after illness. Elbert and son Charles depart for Shreveport Boycelawd and Alexandria Louisiana. Miss Griffin sisters visit North Locust home of Mr and Mrs Griffin. Irene Leahy returns to Fort Worth after social week in city. A D Turner returns west from trip including California. M I Hargrove arranging Col Edson lecture August 9 on True Living with local organization. Hargrove from Waco, a reform newspaper man.
Mr and Mrs Fred Bottorff express sincere thanks to the firemen and neighbors who helped during Wednesday night’s fire. Their efforts saved the home from complete destruction and are deeply appreciated.
Be sure you are right take your prescriptions to Minnis Drug Store. The notice appears to advertise a removal of the store location with price 309¢ mentioned.
Two sizes available, pints and quarts, nickel plated and sturdy. Keeps cold liquids for 72 hours and hot liquids for 24 hours. Prices listed: $3.75 for pints and $5.75 for quarts. May I have your order.
Frontier Asthma Company advertises a home trial treatment claiming a cure for asthma with full information free of charge. It directs readers to contact Room 702 in Buffalo New York for details and a trial offer.
P. C. Storrie has purchased the Rev. W. C. Lattimore property on North Locust street and will move in.
During repairs on the South Side of the Square the temporary headquarters sit at the Denton County National Bank building. The notice invites the public to give the Palace Restaurant a trial as part of the local business activity and relocation.
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