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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1910
Page
2
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Special election December 17 to fill the unexpired term of W. J. Lacy, deceased, for Ward No. 3. Candidates E. H. Crain and J. O. Bell named.
A Washington dispatch notes Democratic support for the committee on committees, with Olive M. James of Kentucky cited as aligned with progressives. The piece argues Democrats would oppose "Czar" rule by Cannon while praising Clark, warning against partisanship over tariff disputes and stressing patriotism above faction.
A Denton advertisement extols Vinol as a premier tonic and body builder for seniors, claiming fresh air, exercise, proper food and sleep prevent illness while Vinol provides cod liver oil plus iron in a wine-based formula. The seller, O M Curtis, promises refunds if not satisfied.
G W Elbert advertises plenty of stove and fireplace wood, suitable for cook warmth and comfort. The brief notice emphasizes reliable fuel stock and favorable conditions for buyers seeking dry, usable wood.
General news in brief reports a Swift oil mill fire at Grandview burning four logs valued at fifty thousand dollars each. Also notes USDA declines in U S wheat acreage, a Oklahoma marshal resigning amid charges, Roosevelt discovery wolves, Texas hope for four new Congressmen tied to 1910 census, and 1910 farm product values totaling about 8.93 billion with corn cotton hay and wheat leading.
A 19th century classified style promotion offers one hundred dollars reward for catarrh cures Hall's Catarrh Cure by F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio. Walding Kinnan Marvin endorse Cheney's integrity and solvency for obligations of the firm. Gists sell Hall's Catarrh Cure 75 cents per bottle with testimonials available free. Also Hall's Family Pills advertised for constipation.
Texas shows a gain of 847,832 people in 1910, moving from sixth to fifth and narrowing the lead behind Ohio. The state remains behind New York, Pennsylvania, and Illinois, with Ohio still about a million ahead. The report lists state populations and ranks for 1910, highlighting Texas and Missouri shifts and noting other states’ figures.
D T Sanders of Harrodsburg Kentucky recalls friends misjudging his illness as consumption. After years of coughing, he tried Dr King’s New Discovery and reports it stopped the cough and improved his health significantly. A lifesaving remedy for coughs colds grippe asthma croup and weak lungs. Trial bottle free and guaranteed by J F Raley & Co.
The note from Denton grocery Long & King expresses gratitude for customer patronage and growth. It pledges continued improved service and commitment to pleasing customers. It lists contact by phone numbers and emphasizes ongoing efforts to serve the community better.
The provided text is unreadable and lacks a usable news item to summarize into a headline and summary. No distinct persons, organizations, places, dates, or events can be identified for a proper recordCard.
Advices from Red River county report ongoing forest fires in the eastern and southern parts of the county consuming large amounts of wood and fencing. Many residents fled exhausted by the flames while fires in the northern part and on Sulphur river are now under control.
Leon Jorwood of Valley View fired a revolver at officers during arrest for stealing hides at a wagon yard. He shot himself twice near the heart when police failed to take him into custody, dying after refusing jail.
Dec 6 report from Krum notes Mincle of Ponder buying L C Alexander residence, Mrs Lewis Taylor of Justin visiting, Carroll Enverby of Greenville visiting. H F Lamm of Krum and Mrs Bert Lobdell of Denton wed at Denton. Rev Porter of Rhome succeeds Rev Beckham. Housing strain in Krum. families seek rent houses. Several locals move or visit, including J Collier, J C Chambers, M T Baleway in Denton.
Robert Madsen of West Burlington Iowa survived seven weeks in hospital with liver trouble and jaundice after four doctors gave up. Eight months of suffering ended when five bottles of Electric Bitters cured him. Guaranteed for stomach liver or kidney troubles. Only 50c at J F Raley Co.
An 1910 Denton city ordinance regulates gasoline oil and benzine storage within city limits. It limits indoor sales to five gallons in merchandised stores, outdoor storage to 50 gallons min thirty feet from buildings, and requires sealed metal cans or drums. Excess above 50 gallons may use steel tanks underground with strict distance rules. Violations carry up to 100 dollar fines. The measure accelerates via three readings and takes effect after passage and publication.
Roanoke notes include T. W. Buell of Denton visiting, Prof L C Edwards in Denton, and George Griffith dying at his home of pneumonia leaving a wife and children. E C Buell and Dr W Roark with M Horton were in Denton, E W Wise a 28 year old farmer died Sunday night after a month of illness. funeral Monday at Media cemetery. Local listings mention Mrs J W Roark and Mrs Chas Medlin visiting Fort Worth, Rev Preston new M E pastor preached, Silliman family moved to Boyd. Advertising item noted for reader interest.
The Missionary Institute at the Central Presbyterian church opened Thursday afternoon at 2 30 with Miss Keil, Field Secretary of the Home Mission board, arriving on the 12 35 train from Cleburne. Mrs Lindsay of the Foreign Mission board was delayed by sickness. The published program will be followed with Miss Keil delivering a feature address at 7 o'clock. All missionary society members in the city are invited.
The ad promises beauty enhancement for women, touting Bucklens Arnica Salve as a cure for pimples skin eruptions sores boils and chapped hands. It claims to soften skin improve facial appearance and aid in healing burns cuts fever sores and other injuries. Available for 25 cents at J F Raley & Co.
A. J. Fouts reported from Ellis County that cotton farmers are selling unopened bolls at 2 1 2 to 3 cents a pound. The bolls are thrashed and hulled in the oil mill with lint sold as high as 13 cents a pound. He believes similar practice in Denton County could yield significant cash from late cotton fields.
A vivid ad describes indigestion caused by fermentation and weak gastric juice. It promotes a 50 cent package of Diapepsin to test relief in minutes, claiming almost instant easing and the ability to resume normal eating without discomfort.
Notice to all concerned that during the next Texas Legislature session in Austin on January 10 1911 The Missouri Kansas & Texas Railway Company of Texas and associated entities will seek a special law. The aim is to lease the Texas Central Railroad from Waco to Rotan with extensions, own operate and extend it, and authorize the purchase of debts and stock with possible substitution of bonds, under Texas law and Rail Road Commission approval. The filing is by A A Allen president and R H Bakr president of the Texas Central Railroad Company.
A weather bulletin references a coming wave event near Roa and urges residents to prepare by ordering wood from G. W Elbert. The notice blends forecast language with a call for local readiness and supplier contact.
Fragment of a garbled OCR piece mentions a 4¢ rate and a weekly offer with low cost. Little readable context remains to identify person, organization, date, or concrete outcome. No verifiable facts for a complete summary or named entities.
The notice invites customers to arrive early for best selection and encourages frequent visits. It urges asking for items not on display and promises helpful staff will assist in finding what you want.
Santa Claus correspondence urged readers to write single sided letters with name and address, including requests for toys and books. Messages ask for trains, a socky horse, a merry go round, a Bible story book, a ball, a journal, music, a drawing slate, and Wizard of Oz items, with publication promised.
A collection of child voiced requests for toys clothes and sweets including Frances Mitchell Albert Rains P Poole Virginia Edwards Rosa Haskins Tom Hogan and others. They seek fire wagons dolls trains dogs and various playthings along with fruit nuts candy and tiny comforts in a festive neighborhood plea.
A brief note urges readers to place a bread order with Smith's Restaurant. It promises satisfaction and hints at duplication of the order, conveying a confident promotional tone.
Gribble Springs reports a Sunday high wind stirred residents who killed hogs, J H Thomas returns from Oklahoma, Jess McDonnel hosts a Monday night youth party, Agnes Sparkman visits sister Mrs Hubbie of Floyd, John Thomas and family make a local visit.
E C Enlow of Frisco 18 visiting here and W A Enlow of this place wed Miss Mary Paddock daughter of Mr and Mrs J A Paddock of Sayre Oklahoma at the bride’s parents home at 3 o clock Tuesday November 29 Rev O Bryant of Sayre officiated The bride is a former Denton girl and the couple will reside here after a short visit at E I Reno
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