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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1913
Page
10
In a heated exchange Uri, candidate for Congress, and Jonathan trade taunts about brains and heads. Uri accuses, Jonathan retorts that Uri never had a real idea, while a rebuke about a cradle and rocks follows. The scene ends with a Judge and a sale pitch from Magill and Shepard for kitchen cabinets.
Aubrey notes show Walter Simpson in Fort Worth and Ola Davis of Fort Worth visiting, plus numerous local residents visiting Denton Dallas Gainesville and Isarza. Births announced a girl to Lawson Nation and a girl to Earl Boswell with dates in December. Local sales and travel include W L Davis selling a farm and prospecting trips to Virginia and Kentucky. La Vallieres diamond and cameo sets promoted by McCray's Exclusive Jeweler.
Argyle report lists G. M. Veach W. Hardee Jess Boyles Guy Crawford J. L. Crawford J. L. Hail among Avevue Camp W. O. W. attendees at the Denton log rolling event. Annual conference returns Reverend to Arevle for another year. Births and local visits noted. W. H. Hardee & Son to build storehouse and stock hardware groceries. Landen Horton sells his store building to W. A. Claiborne.
A selection of Breau trays in varied styles is showcased as ideal gifts for homemakers at McCray's Exclusive Jewelers.
In Smyrna on December 9 hog killing is the day’s main activity amid widespread illness. Local births and visits are noted, including a newborn boy to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Jeter. Several residents travel between Keller Argyle Roanoke and Sanger for family matters and medical checks. McCray's Exclusive Jeweler promotes a variety of silver items umbrellas watches and cut glass.
The Sand Hill community reports sunny weather and active Sunday school at Cooper. Local residents Jim Harbert Burk Dooley Emma Riddle and Zelma Pittman are noted visitors and family members visit Denton and Sunny Dale while hog killing continues in the area.
Two registered Poland China pigs offered for sale by D P Taylor of Argyle. Contact details not fully readable.
T W Buell of Denton visited Roanoke. Various residents traveled to Whitesboro Denton Fort Worth and Aubrey. Births announced including girls to Glevins and Hugh Smith. The Denton Fort Worth Interurban route discussion and Rev Crandall assignment noted.
For sale or trade one span of fine horses suitable for wagon or carriage use also under syddie. See L. H. Brady at Oil Mill.
A wide selection of silver mesh bags is advertised as nice Christmas presents at Exclusive Jeweler Mel Craw's.
Garal Lawrence was in Denton Rex. Mre Shawver attended the annual Clarksville conference and will preach at the Methodist church next year. Henry Hawkins died Sunday night of heart failure. Funeral at Baptist church Monday at 2 and interment at Plain View cemetery. Hawkins’s son Bob of Fort Worth and another brother from Dallas attended. Rev Bowles of Denton conducted the service. Various residents, visits, and social notes from Denton and nearby towns fill the rest of the column.
When you come to Denton you will find Lecknane's wagon yard the best place to stop. Your trade will be appreciated.
A staple gift for men, cuff buttons in solid gold and sterling silver priced reasonably, featured at McCray's Exclusive Jeweler.
The Trinity area reports good mood among farmers as norther winds arrive and many hogs are killed. Rev A Gunneis preached at Sand Hill. Walter Beaird entertained with song. Local residents visiting from town include H Castleberry B Wilkinson Evans Mercer J P Lawrence T fb Johnson Mrs Brandenberger and Miss Bertha Mary Brandenberger and Mabel Clayton. Sunday school and Y P A saw reduced attendance due to cold weather and bad roads. May school will close Friday for Teachers Institute and Christmas holidays.
In the Probate division of the County Court Tuesday the estate of Jacob R Decker, deceased, Mrs Francis Decker was appointed temporary administratrix. ICY HOT bottles, pints and quarts were advertised for sale at Metray's Exclusive Jeweler.
In Argyle on December 3 heavy rainfall flooded branches and streets forcing parents to use buggies to reach the schoolhouse. The local school reports enrollment of about 35 in higher grades and continuing progress. Several locals including J. D. Fowler, Miss Littie Birchfield, and visitors from Roanoke and Dallas are noted.
Rev. Mr. Porter was chosen as pastor after conference. Rev. Mr. Thomas leaves after two years of service. The Methodist ladies hold a bazaar as community activity. Mrs. Roland Crowley visits from Valley View and M. W. Sullivan remains bedbound. Trent girl improves and Trent family notes. Pank Truehitt and Miss Berry wed with Rev. Binyon officiating. Mrs. Alfred Lindley returns home.
Belew couple welcomed a girl on November 29. Belew school invites all to a spelling match Friday night December 1. Mason Walling of Bloomfield visited A. Stoup. Charlie Greene visits Sanger. Mrs Ed Woodard back from Ardmore. Mr and Mrs R Johnson hosted a Sunday singing. Northerly weather spurred hog slaughter among residents.
Shop early for Christmas novelties and staple gifts at McCray's Exclusive Jeweler on South Side. Secure decorative items and practical presents for holiday giving.
Denton County Tax Collector H. V. Hennen warns taxpayers that collections are below average with about fifty days to avoid penalties. He notes county rates rose from 36 to 44 1/3 cents and state rates from 9 2/3 to 45 cents per $100. He promises careful reviews and better service before January rush.
Waldemar watch chains and other watch jobs are advertised at McCray's Exclusive Jeweler. Also advertised is the Royal Rest Easy chair from Magill and Shepard. Silverware and flatware offerings include sterling and heavy plated sets and individual pieces at McCray's.
Exclusive jeweler McCray presents a large Parisian ivory showcase with brush sets and single toilet accessories among its solid staff offerings.
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