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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1910
Page
2
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Special election scheduled December 17 to fill the unexpired term of W. J. Lacy in Ward No. 0. Candidate E. H. Crain is listed for the election, with notice issued by city authorities.
Readers urge citizens to acquire the John B Denton college building to house a high school or ward school. They argue the central site offers the best playground and potential for public schools, with donations from residents and non residents alike to fund a city purchase.
In a dry town Dallas sparks controversy over an alleged water shortage despite a four million gallon artesian daily supply. Local officials and residents argue the city relies on known drinkable sources while critics claim mismanagement threatens future access.
The Record and Chronicle notes assured approval of the Northside College street car extension bonus. Interest, offers, and lists circulate on a definite proposition likely to be signed by the soliciting committee within a couple of days. The paper says the action would mean much for citizens at large.
North Siders note the good in linking College and town. While overall prosperity exists, some Denton families face tight margins. No formal empty stocking crusade this year, but residents should act to guarantee every child enjoys Christmas. Janey is expected to help when reminded in time.
D. T. Sanders of Har rodsburg Kentucky recalls friends mistaking him for a doomed consumptive. After years of failed cures he used Dr. King's New Discovery and found rapid relief from a long coughing illness. The ad boasts a trial bottle free and a 50 cent to one dollar price with a guaranteed remedy offered by J F Raley & Co.
An ad claims neglect and pessimism worsen health and that catarrh and consumption are linked. It touts Rexall Mucu-Tone as a blood reaching remedy that purifies the blood and strengthens mucous cells, with a money back offer if unsatisfied. Available in 50 cent and $1 sizes at the Rexall Store Co. M. Curtis in Denton.
In a short note from Denton merchants Long & King and G. W. Elbert, they thank citizens for assistance and announce growth, improved stove and fireplace wood, and a pledge to keep service quality high with continued effort. Phone contact 44.
Let the Record and Chronicle provide affordable magazine subscriptions. Choose any club or combination of magazines at the lowest obtainable prices.
Applications for catalogs pour in as Denton County prepares for the upcoming poultry show on December 16 17. Breeds from across the region including Oklahoma and Bowie County send in inquiries with 400 to 590 birds expected. Local fanciers anticipate the largest and finest event yet with a top judge from Belton and a detailed prize list across classes from Americans to Ornamental Bantams.
Browntown Minnesota readers are urged to try Parisian Sage sold by O M Curtis with a guarantee to stop hair loss and itching scalp. Testimonial from Meta Kruser says one bottle grew hair three to four inches in two months. Product advertised at 50 cents a bottle.
Mrs. Etta A. Smith of Goldsboro North Carolina reports neuralgia around the heart and various pains, claiming cordus relieved her. She endorses Cardui the woman’s tonic for illnesses of the sex and for preventive strength, noting it is available at druggists and offering a home treatment guide from the Chattanooga Medicine Co.
In New Amsterdam New Year customs bring a tale of Heinrich Van Olden and his daughter Annalie. A missing Heilegar Ten Eyck hides for a week until Annalie finds him under a sofa after a candle mishap during a New Year cleaning. The couple marry at once with parental consent.
In a bedtime tale a father recounts Columbus and the banquet egg stunt. Columbus challenges doubters by gently tapping the egg, breaking the shell and making it stand, proving that the feat is simple once one knows the method. The tale highlights discovery, courage, and clever problem solving.
A Santa Claus column asks readers to mail brief letters on one side with name and address, omitting dates and salutations. It notes many letters will be published and mentions recipients Grace Bates, Miss Hoskins, Miss Edwards, Miss Hicks, and requests for toys, story books, nuts, candy, and a buggy.
Denton resident St R Turner reports lasting relief from backache lameness and kidney trouble after using Doan's Kidney Pills in 1905 and again now. He says the remedy permanently cured his kidney issues and praises its effectiveness. Available from all dealers at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents. Remember the name Doan's.
An advertisement claims women would vote for the remedy Dr King's New Life Pill as a cure for fatigue backache headache constipation and colds. It touts easy safe and sure relief with a 25 cent price at J F Raley & Co.
Advertising blurbs promise Bucklens Arnica Salve will banish pimples eruptions and sores and make skin soft and velvety while claiming it cures sore eyes cracked lips rough hands and burns or bruises 25 cents at J F Raley Co Also weather forecast warns of an approaching cold wave and urges ordering wood from G W Elbert for preparation
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