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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1913
Page
1
Paris dispatch reports Senator Gaston Poumergue told President Poincare he will accept the Premiership portfolio and attempt to form a new government in France. The move follows ongoing political dispute and signals a potential government reshuffle.
Militant suffragette leader Mrs Emmeline Pankhurst was freed last night after her return from the United States. She began a hunger strike immediately following her arrest.
Chicago report states Aaron Montgomery Ward, president of the mail order house, died yesterday at age 70. The prominent businessman led the company for years and shaped catalog retail nationally.
The document lists officers and directors of The Exchange including J. Nance as President C. Coit as Cashier R. Christal as Vice-President D. Curtis as Assistant Cashier and a board comprising A J Nance J C Comt J KR Christal Ed F Bates Dr J M Inge Alvin Owseley John H Paine among others.
The Census Bureau data for the season records 12,081,100 bales ginned to December 1, with round bales and Sea Island editions included. Comparisons note 83.2 percent of the crop ginned on average over seven years, with state-by-state totals listed and highlighted.
The regular session of the county commissioners approved A. W. Truchitt’s resignation as public weigher in Precinct No 1 and appointed W. E. Partlow to fill the vacancy upon bond of 2500. Reports from county officers including the clerk sheriff treasurer and justices of the peace were received and approved.
In Rome the liberal Deputy Gambarotta was disabled after a 23 round rapier duel with socialist Deputy Feliceguiff Ridia. The fight stemmed from a disagreement over an incident inside the Chamber of Deputies.
Austin December 8 8 Attorney General Looney states newspapers are not permitted to carry liquor house advertisements in dry territory.
The Weather Bureau forecasts real winter weather across most of the United States this week. The weekly forecast released last night indicates cold conditions and potential storms affecting travel and daily activities.
The President tells the Standing Committee on Equal Suffrage he supports the committee but declines to send a special message favoring women's suffrage. He endorses equal suffrage principles yet stops short of urging legislative action.
President Wilson told a delegation from the National Woman's Suffrage Association that he favors a standing House committee on women's suffrage but declined their request for a special message urging reform.
The House approved a resolution urging the President to cooperate as far as possible with the proposed naval holiday while respecting United States interests.
The article reports heavy frost and icy conditions causing widespread hog slaughter. Hogs began dying and owners faced despair over feeding and meat supply as cold weather struck. The scene captures the impact of Sunday and Monday frost on farming operations.
W M Harper was overcome by toxic fumes in a bathroom with a gas water heater lacking a vent in a nearly airless room. Family members found him in the tub and he escaped to a bed, still weak as of Sunday afternoon.
Deputy Sheriff Pat Galligher transported Tom Sisson and Jim Barrow to Dallas on Monday where an official from Huntsville penitentiary assumed custody. Sisson, convicted in district court of murdering his father in law J M Deskin, received 24 years. Barrow, also convicted in the same term for cattle theft by bailee, drew two years.
General Villa the Constitutionalist commander ordered feed stuffs sold at peace time prices to restore order in Northern Mexico. The measure covers Chihuahua and other rebel controlled northern cities as refugees flee toward the United States with Federal forces moving back to face the rebels.
The bank urges opening an account, contrasting loan security with deposit protection and inviting readers to start an account at North Side Square.
An extra large issue will be printed next week for Christmas advertisers with 1000 to 2000 additional copies. The Daily of Friday Dec 12 will be delivered to Denton households and rural routes, reaching 4500 to 5500 homes in Denton counts. Rates will remain unchanged and candidates for county offices may use the issue to announce campaigns. Call 64 to arrange delivery or get a solicitor.
Titus County Texas backed prohibition on Saturday with 2081 votes cast of a 2600 voting strength. Moble Springs precinct narrowly opposed by 37 to 2 while overall margin favored prohibition by 629 in a complete count.
Potter counts stayed dry by a majority of 161 votes in a local option election held Saturday. Total votes cast were 1,434 with notable interest as this marks the fifth local option election in the county since 1900.
Fort Worth records report a 10 percent immediate payment demand on interurban stock subscriptions. The Fort Worth-Denton line directors, meeting December at Westbrook hotel, seek charter issuance to begin construction. Stockholders receive return-addressed envelopes. checks will be deposited only after charter application.
While in Dallas on December 8 Governor Colquitt issued a plea for assistance for Brazos river flood victims. Many residents lost all possessions as floodwaters swept through homes and livelihoods along the Brazos.
Promote ordering fruit cake ingredients from us with a pledge of satisfaction. Emphasizes quality and reliability of supply to meet baking needs this season.
Floods on the Brazos drive a crest southward toward the Gulf as warnings spread. In Waller and nearby areas the rising waters threaten homes and crops while residents brace for further impact.
Colorado Levees Hold Houston as flood waters surge along the Brazos River. By noon today Texas reports 96 dead with 25 more likely, many drowned in Sunnyside and near Brookshire where water nears the town and a large area is swept clean. Three white men and many African American workers are among the drowned.
Bay City residents report the Colorado River levees still standing while workers spent the night moving out livestock and belongings to protect homes and property amid rising floodwaters.
The Brazos River flood threat near Rosenberg is downgraded as officials report widespread warnings have prepared residents. No serious damage is expected despite rainfall and rising lowland concerns.
In Texas the Brazo River flood worsens with hundreds marooned on knolls trees and roofs. Death toll climbs to 79 with 108 additional deaths reported as San Felipe area dreads rising waters and relief from Galveston moves a boat train to the danger zone.
Dallas report notes Col Henry Exall president of the Texas Industrial College is ill prompting postponement of the annual Congress convention scheduled in Dallas. Local officials and organizers await further word on new dates and arrangements.
Treasurer J. W. Nelson's report approved by county commissioners lists balances in several county funds. Figures include Jury fund 2,859.14. Road and Bridge 5,8047. General 810,402.72. plus sinking funds for Court House and Road Districts with smaller amounts.
Three flood victims were recovered in Waco. Cosmo Melhaniel and I. W. Boy, both white, and Pedro Hernandez, identified as Mexican, drowned while working on a fill. In Brazos County at Wellborn, more than 700 people are marooned by the Brazos flood, with over 2,000 refugees in the river bottoms.
A persuasive note urges readers to shift cash from pocket and home to regular deposits in the bank savings department. It argues money kept on hand loses earning power and risks loss or impulsive spending, promoting disciplined savings and financial growth.
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