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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1913
Page
4
Community merchants praise a growing holiday trade driven by their "Better Service" program. They anticipate a record season as shoppers are urged to watch the holiday windows for special displays and promotions.
The Denton County tax collector notes collections are very short with less than 20 percent of expected receipts received so far.
Denton chamber secretary Roark warns that without additional housing the city will lose potential arrival numbers. He says many people want to move to Denton but face housing shortages that could turn them away.
Tax Collector Hennen reports very short collections as state and county taxes rise and many school districts levy new taxes. With $218000 billed and under $10000 paid, about $200000 remains due in sixty days. Railroads and road funds lag, triggering letters to rail officials to pay now. A Denton rental boom and vacant lot improvements are urged to spur twelve new rental houses.
The ad touts Dr Hobsons Eczema Ointment as a cure for itching eczema and skin eruptions with a testimonial from Geo W Fitch of Mendota Illinois who reports long illness cured by one box. It guarantees satisfaction or money back and lists Pfeiffer Chemical Co. Philadelphia or St Louis as sellers.
Mrs Joza Dickson announces a sale of her entire stock of trimmed hats starting at once and continuing until sold out. Buyers are invited to inspect the items.
Long & King notes thirty five dozen quart jars of sweet relish and olives sold in November with a second shipment due now. Customer urges placing an order by phone next time and endorses the product.
A testimonial from Lewis Chamberlain of Manchester Ohio praises Dr. King's New Discovery as the best remedy for croup, coughs and colds. The ad notes bottles priced 50 cents and one dollar and recommends Cruegists H E Bucklen & Co Philadelphia or St Louis.
A Sister to Carmen features Helen Gardner and plays at the Princess tonight with reception to follow.
A speaker with thirty five years in the prescription business urges readers to support local drug stores where prescriptions are compounded with emphasis on correct drug selection and patient care. He invites helping physicians by ensuring proper preparation and attentive service at the counter.
A terse notice lists de A Minnis of East Side Square with the claim of thirty six years' experience and a phone number 188.
Sam Allen and Emmett White led the affirmative in a debate on U S ownership of railroads in our territories. Vivian Rogers and Ben Roberts argued the negative. The judges ruled for the affirmative after careful consideration as Grace Christal performed, Henry Owls ley and Ray Tucker delivered declamations, and Miss Ollie May Evers played a piano solo.
Local Woodmen of the World preparations near completion for the county log rolling. If Thursday December 4 is clear, at least 1000 visitors are expected. Committees have arranged speeches by Sovereigns, a post noon drill, and a main meeting at Fox Bros. garage at night.
Stomach liver and kidney troubles fade with Electric Bitters says Eliza Pool of Depew Oklahoma. She reports relief from sickness and calls it excellent for women. Thousands of users confirm benefits. Guaranteed as billed one dollar per bottle and available at druggists from H E Bucklen & Co Philadelphia or St Louis.
Dora presents pure country-made ribbon cane syrup and invites pantry orders from Long and King. Mrs Joza Dickson hosts an immediate sale of her trimmed hats stock. Colonial Brand coffee urged as superior in flavor and strength by Turner Bros selling agents. Include December order with Lange and King. a trial order is suggested.
Christine Miller's recital impressed with a warm vibrant voice and sincere artistry. Miss Nothera Barton accompanied, delivering intuitive support and refined interpretative value across a program of English and French songs, Brahms, and emblematic encores.
An old standard tonic claims to strengthen the system and drive out malaria. It is advertised as a true appetizer suitable for adults and children. Also mentions a feature titled See A Sister to Carmen with Helen.
Frank McReynolds a leading Parvin figure and Mrs Buchanan were married quietly at McReynolds home last week. The ceremony was attended only by immediate family. McReynolds is brother of Dr. H. and R. L. McReynolds of this city. Wizard Triangle Polish Map offered for 1.50 with one quart Wizard Oil free at Turner Bros.
Mrs Joza Dickson near Wilson Hfann's announces a sale of all trimmed hats at cost starting this week until sold. Turner Bros advertise a complete line of fruit cake ingredients and invite customers to Phone them.
Monarch showcases Olive Salad Monarch Cheese products and Monarch Catsup in promotional language. The text highlights Monarch Olive Salad Monarch Catsup Monarch Sweet Relish and Monarch pressing for meal flavor. It reads like an old advertisement catalog entry from LONG and KING.
Actress Helen Gardner performs in A Sister to Carmen at the Princess Theatre tonight. Local audience invited to see the production featuring Gardner in a dramatic role and showcase of early cinema talent.
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