This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 29 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1912
Page
1
In the Chinese quarter raid, immigration officials found five Chinese women held in steel cells in a dark foul building. Two men were arrested as alleged leaders of the traffic after officers battered down doors and followed a maze of underground passages to reach the women.
A fragmentary forecast notes colder conditions on Thursday with low temperatures around one percent above freezing and a warmer trend in the vicinity.
Six surviving suffragettes brave heavy rain from Ossining New York toward Albany. They march with enthusiasm but suffer stiff joints and blistered feet as they resume their weary trek.
The House approved the Burnett literacy test for immigrants by a 178 to 52 vote. The measure would require all immigrants to pass an illiteracy test as a condition for entry, marking a major step in immigration policy moves.
The head of the cat that attacked four children near Alliance mill Tuesday night was sent to Austin for hydrophobia testing. Reports say the attacks were wanton and unprovoked. two children of Will Davis, one of Frank Hulse, and one of Will Anderson were bitten on the legs.
Lisbon reports a plot to establish a military dictatorship in Portugal was uncovered last night. Part of the army was to be implicated, the cabinet met overnight, troops remained under arms, and warships in the harbor were cleared for action.
The Texas Supreme Court today overruled a motion for a rehearing in the Texas and Pacific railroad v. Railroad Commission case. It upholds a decision that invalidates the Commission's comprehensive railroad bookkeeping system prescribed years ago.
A cave-in at the Denton Oil and Gas Co. wild-cat well four miles south of Towk halted operations at 275 feet depth. Work will resume later this week after a casing shipment arrives.
A complaint filed in the Justin Justice court charges a young man with false swearing tied to securing a marriage license. An order claimed to be from the girl's parents was filed and the groom allegedly stated the bride-to-be was over eighteen. The marriage did not take place as the girl, about sixteen, was prevented by her parents.
Mrs Missouri Murdock 53 wife of G T Murdock a Plainview farmer died suddenly Wednesday morning Heart failure was given as the cause She leaves a husband six grown children Interment will be Thursday at 2 PM at Plainview cemetery with Rev A R Anderson officiating.
In 1913 the notice invites readers considering changing bank accounts in the New Year to weigh safety and service offered by the institution.
Exchange National Bank resources exceed six hundred thousand dollars in a formal transfer with officers and directors listed including A. J. Nance president J. R. Christal vice president Coit cashier E. D. Curtis assistant cashier J. H. Paine Fd. F. Bates Dr. J. M. Inge and A. C. Owsley listed.
Servia signals willingness to defer Adriatic outlet dispute to the great powers as a peace step. The conference reopens Thursday with the issue in focus and potential European mediation shaping the outcome.
The Denton County UT club plans a reception and likely banquet for Denton High seniors and alumni at the Elks Club rooms on December 23. Charles Francis, in charge, returns Thursday to finalize the program details.
The Senior Domestic Science class held the last dinner of the series in Stoddard Hall dining room. A Christmas centerpiece and colors highlighted the seven course meal. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Banks and several students and faculty. Menu featured fruit cocktails bouillon olives celery scalloped clam turkey cranberries plum pudding and Nesselrode pudding with coffee.
Former Senator Joseph B. Foraker today presented a Senate campaign expenditures committee statement via Gilchrist Stewart. He challenged Hearst's denials about the Archbold letters and tied Stewart to a 1908 clipping invoking Altman Taft Cronin contacts. Foraker said Stewart went to Chicago to question Winkfield, a waiter, and noted the report rested on interviews.
J Pierpont Morgan appeared before the House Money Trust committee as it began examining the concentration of money credits. Charts showed interlocking directors linking eighteen New York Chicago and Boston financial institutions to 134 corporations, presented to the record.
The Illinois Supreme Court ruled that remarriage within one year after a divorce is illegal under state law, affecting numerous Chicago residents who had remarried or planned to remarry. The decision deems such ceremonies invalid and may trigger further legal consequences for violators.
Fort Worth December 18 Thomas E Berry laundry wagon driver was killed when a street car struck his wagon. He was working near the city streets when the collision occurred. Authorities investigated the incident and ship for the body.
In Dallas on December 18 Bob Davis received a five year sentence after pleading guilty to assault to murder for wounding Lydia Ahlfenger last January. He already had a 25 year term for killing J W Whaley during the same incident, a factor cited by Assistant County Attorney Roark in seeking a lighter sentence. A new divorce suit appears in District Court Donnie Jefferson vs Ollie Jefferson.
Arca ni, the notorious outlaw chief in the Philippines, was killed today in a personal encounter with Lieut. EB. H. Johnson. Two other members of the band were slain in a clash with Philippine constabulary forces.
The advertisement urges shoppers to start early this week and choose practical gifts. It promises value and underselling across hundreds of options suited for family members, friends, or sweethearts, with gifts that are useful and serviceable.
A list itemizes gifts including a tailored suitor dress, coat, fur ser, silk petticoat, bath robe, kimono, sweater coat, shopping bag, piano scarf, censer piece, bar pins, handkerchiefs, parasol, collars, counterpanes, quilts, rugs, blankets, silk hose, and shoes.
Gift ideas list suggesting items for men including a suit or overcoat, shoes or hat, hose, shirt, bathrobe, ties, suspenders, belts, tie clasp, stick pin, cuff buttons, handkerchiefs, sweater, trunk, suit case or traveling bag.
Advert shows an insurance agency touting superior facilities for difficult risks in Denton County. It claims unmatched capabilities compared with other local agencies and invites inquiries for hard to place risks.
Trenton New Jersey December 18 Gov Wilson says he will keep fighting Smith Nugent backed and reactionary forces in New Jersey and the national democracy He pledges to back progressive forces and use all proper power and influence to aid them A threatening unsigned letter was received by the President elect yesterday.
Kitty Marion, a militant suffragette, chose a thirty day jail sentence over a 125 fine today in London, refusing to pay the amount. The Associated Press dispatch reports her action as part of ongoing protest tactics by suffragists.
Attorney General Walthall and County Attorney Shelton filed suit alleging violations of the anti trust law against the Texas Portland Cement company of Dallas and several others. They seek 1 900 000 in penalties to the State, totaling 7 600 000, asking cancellations of permits and dissolution of the trust and ouster of its units.
Misses Copass Nina McCormick and Lois Bailey led a Red Cross seals sale at the post office Tuesday selling 911 worth of stamps. The day’s sales topped the previous by about $2. Hilda and Helen Schmitz take charge today aiming to outdo the prior effort. The top single sales were two $10 purchases from local banks.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.