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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1909
Page
1
Tonight and Tuesday generally fair. The report from New Orleans, Illinois, notes continued fair conditions with modest temperatures and no precipitation anticipated through Tuesday.
Mrs I L Gammon, found wounded in a cow lot near Decatur Texas, was brought to town after an investigation. A complaint charging attempt to murder was filed against her husband C L Gammon and stepson Tom Gammon. He claims the injuries were caused by a cow hooking her. The community is excited by the incident.
The Attorney General rules that a Texas telephone company may issue coupon books with discounts as before the anti pass law. The decision benefits cotton buyers and wholesale houses statewide by preserving familiar discount practices.
Santa Fe plans a direct Guthrie to Tulsa line, building forty miles of track between Cushing and Tulsa to create a Kansas City to Gulf route via Guthrie. Construction reportedly to start immediately, shortening the Kansas City Gulf distance by about a hundred miles.
Emmett O'Riely, a young farmer near Boyce, Texas, was shot at twice while riding along a road. On Thursday night two shots came from a cornfield, and Saturday night another shot pierced his hat as he passed the same spot. Local officers investigate the two incidents as a linked mysterious attack.
Waco Texas August 16 The First Baptist church congregation voted to call Dr F C McConnell of Kansas City as pastor He is a cousin of Dr George W Truett the noted Baptist minister of Dallas.
State Revenue Agent Bill McDonald is in San Antonio for a county court hearing on 200 liquor license applications. Those arrested by state rangers during Thursday's raid will be tried here this afternoon.
Texas Congressmen favor an immediate special session to ratify the income tax amendment. C B Randell from Washington urges the session now, while Morris Sheppard of Texarkana also calls for the extra session. Governor Campbell plans to call only if significant influence is applied, as many legislators favor delay to avoid entangling issues before the state campaign.
District Judge Monroe reconvened Falls County grand jury to investigate the assault on Miss Ida Pratt near McGregor two weeks ago. Lockett Randall, identified by Pratt, is jailed in Dallas to prevent a lynching after the attack.
Denver officials report the Trans-Mississippi Commercial Congress opened with about six thousand delegates. The convention will consider sites for the next gathering as San Antonio and Los Angeles compete. Texas delegates are present and the Ballinger Pinchot clash from Spokane is to be resumed.
A brief appeal encouraging immediate saving with a $1 initial deposit and weekly deposits to build a habit and visible results. It emphasizes discipline and steady progress toward financial goals.
A local retailer invites customers to view an immense stock of new shoes from leading factories. The ad highlights new toes and lasts for the coming season, Sueide and clavinet uppers, guaranteed satisfaction, and expert shoe fitters ensuring a perfect fit across wide sizes and widths.
New shipment arrives across departments including plain and fancy Petticoats Kabo Corset ginghams and fall clothing. Men and boys caps and fall hats soon stocked. Big Store invites frequent visits noting new arrivals. Savings event at 4 p.m. Saturday offers money giveaways.
Denison Texas August 16 article notes delay in finishing the new Pullman coaches postpones the Katy line train from St Louis until September 19. The new time card has been completed.
Tulsa August 16. Yester day marked the hottest day in seven years as the thermometer hit 107 degrees at 3 PM. Forecasters say there is no prospect of cooler weather anytime soon.
Laredo Tex August 16 It is reported that Wells Fargo Express will take charge of the express business on the Mexican National lines starting September 1. Wells Fargo already runs all other roads in Mexico. the National line remains under government management.
Petitioning the commissioners court ten men who play forty two in the courthouse upper rooms were refused the request for a dedicated room. They offered to hire a janitor and keep the space sanitary and orderly and to stop night play when lighting was needed. The court formally rejected the petition though the matter was presented in due form.
The day’s heat reached about 102 degrees around 1 pm, hotter winds making it oppressive. Farmers say the hot gusts may damage the cotton crop.
Abbie Smith, arrested for shooting her brother in law E R Rice in Orange Texas, was released on her own recognizance after three witnesses testified Rice fired the first shot. The incident occurred yesterday and court action took place this morning.
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