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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1909
Page
2
The Record and Chronicle warns readers to inform publishers of any erroneous reflections on firms individuals or corporations in its columns and promises corrections upon notification.
The Record and Chronicle notes county teachers gathered for the county institute praising their influence on children. A speaker cites that a child’s impressionable years shape later life, comparing the twig and the tree to emphasize the teachers’ pivotal role in Denton County.
Sherman Judge Ed R. Kane voiced strong support for issuing bonds to build permanent roads. He cited land value increases after road construction, tax repayment through crop-hauling savings, and overall benefits to residents and districts.
Long and Turner Company offers Christmas candies nuts and fruits with packing and delivery service available on request. The ad stresses flexible delivery timing and direct order placement for holiday treats.
Local druggists tout Painkiller as the best medicine in stock during hard times of the past year. They caution buyers to ensure the genuine article and warn against substitutes. Bottles priced at 25 cents, 50 cents, and one dollar.
Miller and Haislip advertise a festive selection of candies and fruits for Christmas trees. They offer fancy boxes filled with the best sweets and invite churches and customers to view their line at the North Side of Square.
Appeal from Mrs. M Summers of Notre Dame Indiana offering a home remedy for rheumatism and related pains. Claims to purge uric acid from blood, loosen stiff joints, purify blood and restore eye clarity and overall energy. Provides address for response and proof of cures.
The notice highlights recent ring displays in Denton presented by W. J. McCray. It emphasizes up to date showcases and local interest in jewelry offerings.
Long & Turner Co. notes full stock of seeded raisins currants Persian dates citron orange peel lemon peel seedless raisins and shelled almonds ready for orders. Customers urged to place orders now with this complete assortment.
The weekly United Charities meeting set up by laws pamphlet printing and a toy drive for Christmas. Miss Mary Gregg joined the board with officers Miss Leonora Hann president and S O Beall treasurer. Committees will collect contributions from public schools and wrap gifts at the Council Chamber before Thursday 2 PM for delivery to needy families.
Capadine advertised as a remedy for headache and nerves, promising a clear head for the big morning and business. The note urges readers to buy at drug stores for immediate relief.
An item listing shows Roger Bros. knives and forks priced at 3.75. The listing is attributed to W. J. McCray.
Fresh shipment includes Selmo rolled oats Telmo pearled hominy Telmo buckwheat flour Telmo pearled barley Telmo granulated hominy and Telmo steel cut oatmeal. Quality guaranteed by Long and Turner Co.
A short ad advises readers to guard against colds and coughs this winter. It claims Simmons' Cough Syrup cures coughs heals lungs and helps readers avoid pneumonia consumption and related illnesses so they can enjoy spring.
An invitation advertises the Knoxall fuel saver, the peoples friend, shown downstairs in the May building near the northwest corner square. The notice emphasizes the oil burner as a new energy option for households.
An auction will sell all chocolate and tea sets this Saturday and Monday at May Building. Buyers are urged to attend to bid on bargains and take part in the sale.
Mrs. Bula Preslad of Greenfield Tennessee endorses Hunt's Cure, claiming fifteen years of steady use for eczema and ringworm. She calls it peerless and stores a constant supply at home, noting it costs 60 cents a box.
W O Woodmen of the World Denton Camp No 15 gears up for a Monday night meeting at Odd Fellows hall with fifteen to twenty initiates to receive degrees by the local drum team. Members Hoffman Hopkins Edwards Barnes Crystal Hall Keeser Lipscomb Wells Walden Kelly and others to be admitted as visitors from county lodges attend a banquet after initiatory work.
County Institute proceedings focus on daily prep, promotion basis, and proper school spirit. appointments name A B Weisner Roanoke Sanger Lewisville Pilot Point and others as chairmen and instructors. Discussions emphasize clear definite teaching, community revelation of schools, incentives, games for discipline, and child life studying play and ample playgrounds.
Orde and Newmark debate Heinzmann's tactics as they fear a bond driven control bid. They suspect delays and delivery dates to thwart logs settlement while rail obstacles loom and a legal showdown seems unlikely.
Sunday afternoon in the dunes Orde meets Miss Bishop on a windy lakeside. They chat lightly and dig a sand hole together, sharing a playful moment as they talk of life and the day.
In Dron Miss Corda Womack argues education must replace fear in discipline and punishment should correct, not vindicate. Teachers should be precise energetic self controlled cheerful and self confident while avoiding ego. The panel questions corporal punishment and notes gains from attention and interest.
Capudine is advertised as curing sick headache and nervous headache as well as traveler's headache and stomach or female troubles. The ad claims rapid relief from these ailments and recommends asking a druggist for SolA.
The Farmers Institute will meet Tuesday December 21 in the opera house donated by Mrs W C Wright. Judge FEd R Kane is expected to speak at 10 AM followed by other speakers and J A Arnold will give an illustrated lecture in the afternoon. Admission is free with farmers from across the county anticipated to attend.
An ad notes a display of handbags and umbrellas at Minnis' Drug store with claims of good Rochester ware and affordable prices. It also promotes magazine subscriptions via the Record and Chronicle and lists items like G. F. Elgin watches at ten dollars and assorted accessories.
Residents hear a proposal for a nonstock life insurance plan under Texas law. A Denton group explains how premiums from five thousand insurable residents could fund death losses, expenses, and loans to policyholders at 6 to 7 percent, with cash values and loans secured by policies. The pitch urges Commercial Club support to analyze and promote the plan for Denton County.
A vintage style plea urges readers to order coal before Christmas to ensure warmth and cheer. It suggests coal as a holiday gift for friends and emphasizes quick phone orders.
Strickland and Pinckley leave the beech woods at sunset. Orde trails in silence as she says farewell and muses on life and a muse. They remark on a kindly reception this afternoon and speculate about home life as the sun sinks over the sand hill.
Curtis advertises 10 foot rolls of Christmas paper at two for 26 cents. The simple price offer targets shoppers decorating early for the holiday season.
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