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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1913
Page
2
A generic public notice states that publishers will gladly correct any erroneous reflection on the character reputation or standing of any individual or corporation when brought to their attention. The text emphasizes prompt correction upon notification.
The Denton Record and Chronicle invites citizens to submit opinions on the city charter and road bond issue. It advocates city services for suburbs if extended, notes suburban resistance, and cites improvements in roads and utilities as keys to rural revitalization.
A testimonial from Lewis Chamberlain of Manchester Ohio praises Dr King’s New Discovery for croup coughs and colds in children. He notes severe attacks once feared death but now relies on the remedy. A bottle costs £1.00 and should be in every home from H E Bucklen & Co.
Paschall's advertises a holiday assortment with traditional fruits and nuts plus special items. Call for details and ordering ahead as the store invites reader interest.
In district court J. T. Murphy files a suit for debt against W. Dickson and others and seeks foreclosure of a deed of trust.
Turn Er Brothers offer Russian style fruit cake available in two and five pound sizes. Inquire for pricing, availability, and purchase options.
South Texas comb honey priced for wholesale sale in 12 pound buckets supplied by Turner Brothers.
In a CCIA forum a faculty member claimed female students face pressure to be future wives and mothers. He noted speakers’ sincerity despite urging caution to avoid triggering reactions from the students as the Texas college community debates gender roles.
A Denton man recalls taking his brother to Frisco after a mud clogged trip from Little Elm. He notes the poor road conditions and quotes his brother saying that a man who could vote to pave a road but did not would be a fool.
Four children in the city list gifts for Santa to deliver. Spicer Taylor asks for a fire engine and assorted toys and treats including candy and oranges. Joe Gambill requests a football dominoes and tools with fireworks. G W Gambill hopes for a toy cannon a drum a horn and fireworks. Ben Gambill asks for a tricycle a climbing monkey a fire wagon and fireworks.
A note requests Aubrey to bring a sleeping doll a doll cradle a tea set of dishes and various nuts and fruit for Emma Warren Also asks to include Lawrence at the hotel with a rocking horse to be delivered.
Emory Boyd Curtis asks for a merry go round airship automobile and festive hardware including firecrackers Roman candles and a bucking mule for Grand ma Curtis at Taliaferro's store.
A note from Ora Lee Anderson at 11 W Sycamore asks for a big doll with lone hair a story book a locket and fruits of every kind for her little friend. The request reads like a quaint early 20th century wish list.
Five year old Herman Davis requests a tricycle an auto an engine and a horn plus nuts fruits and candy in a note marked from Mill Street.
Lucy Lane Horton asks for a doll bed a blue bird pin fruits nuts and candy for a merry Christmas. She includes mother father grandparents aunts uncles and cousins and asks friends to join in the holiday cheer.
A note from Velma Ellason of 167 North Locust asks for a doll buggy table two chairs nuts fruits and candy. The message appears as a personal request likely for donated items.
The note requests a ring and locket. also asks for nuts, fruit, and candy. The sender signs as Alice Ellason and specifies a shopping list style collection. No dates or locations accompany the request.
A note from Ora Ellason asks for a doll ring a doll buggy bed candy fruit and nuts. No other details are provided.
A local request from Kathryn Grant of 66 Bernard Street asks for a small cap and sweater to match, plus a tiny broom and any other available items. The note emphasizes basic household needs and asks neighbors to provide what they can.
The Rexall Store in Denton Texas advertises Rexall Olive Oil Emulsion as a safe tonic and strength builder for underweight and frail individuals. It claims to nourish tissues, replenish blood, strengthen nerves, and improve health with a money-back guarantee if not helpful.
Local bankers expressed hopeful views on the new currency measure and its effect on small banks and general business. Quotes note potential benefits in rediscounting, reserve reductions, and more equitable regional bank control, with cautious timing on realized gains.
The president and bankers celebrated the currency reform bill as it neared enactment. Secretary McAdoo reported banks pledging to join the new system, signaling broad support from business leaders and merchants nationwide. The measure is seen stabilizing commerce and finance while receiving favorable reception from the public.
E A Ross argues December Century on how yellow journalism targets sub American minds with simple tone visuals and crude emotion. He notes success in cities but warns migration patterns and immigrant influence affect readership and local intelligence.
Fire swept the Navasota business section, destroying four buildings and causing a loss estimated at 35000 dollars. No injuries were reported as early crews fought the flames and containment efforts continued through the day.
An advertisement promotes Harmony Hair Beautifier and Harmony Shampoo, claiming they improve hair shine and manageability without changing color. The products come in ornate bottles and promise money back satisfaction. Sold at The Rexall Store, a nationwide drug retailer.
Denton shop Paschall’s markets fresh fruits and green goods praised for quality. Consumers urged to visit or call to place orders and ensure reliable service.
LONG and KING advertise the city’s best line of Christmas sweets nuts oranges and apples and invite readers to place orders. The notice emphasizes a broad assortment and urges customers to place orders.
Notice states the undersigned will close their places of business all day Thursday December 25 1913. Signatories include T C Sample L L Puckett Turner Bros S A Gibson Long King Harper Graham Co Woodrum Davis Crain Merc Co B F Paschall Jr. Christmas fruits nuts apples oranges arrive. phone Paschall's.
Bayless Nurseries advertises a wide selection of climate suitable shade trees including Carolina Poplar, American Elm, English Elm, Hackberry and Sycamore. Orders are invited and customers urged to call Old Phone 199.
A local Christmas sale is advertised at Mrs. Dickson’s. The notice promotes canned goods described as revocable brain in one pound cans ready to serve and urges readers to try a can. Turner Brothers are credited in the ad.
Anne Croman of Santa Rosa California shares her experience with the D D D Prescription described as an eczema cure. The mild wash purports to cleanse skin, remove blotches pimples and impurities and leave the skin smooth and healthy. J F Raley and Co advertise the product offering a 50c bottle.
President Wilson reappointed Judson Clements of Georgia as a member of the Interstate Commerce Commission. The action announced in Washington confirms Clements will continue on the federal regulatory body overseeing railroads and commerce.
The Christmas graduating class of fifteen held commencement exercises Monday night at the BR E Lee auditorium. President Allison awarded diplomas to the entire senior class. Wynne Woolley delivered the oration and Dr. W B Bizzell gave the commencement address.
The city council ordered the removal of the ornamental white posts around the public drinking fountain on the southeast square corner. Street crews began early Tuesday to remove the posts fill holes and reinforce the fountain foundation.
Health officials warn parents to keep youngsters indoors amid scarlet fever cases near the city. Mild illnesses go untreated as families mingle in town before fumi gation and danger subsides, risking further outbreak.
Mrs. Dickson offers plumes and fancy feathers at cost while Paschall's advertises a complete Christmas assortment. The notice highlights Russian Style Fruit Cakes with brandy and invites readers to drop by for shopping.
Turner Brothers offer comb honey from South Texas in two and a half pound buckets. Business details emphasize ready-to-serve product and local availability. No further context provided.
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