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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1909
Page
2
A lengthy sale listing notes a pawnshop event lasting twenty four hours with subscription pricing details included. The notice emphasizes extended hours and pricing for readers seeking access to services and products.
The first full 24 hour rain in four years drenched Denton County, soaking the ground and muddying streets and sidewalks. Farmers fear livestock off wheat pastures while merchants report decent post‑holiday trade despite slick roads and poor driving conditions.
The Record and Chronicle announces a Christmas day off with best wishes to readers and Denton County citizens. Dallas county agents report an $875,000 bond sale attempt ending with a full bond issue offer from a Dallas bank, signaling rising money supply and expected low interest rates in Texas.
A collection of curiosities about misunderstandings and insults leading to minor altercations. It quotes rumors of Ben Johnson contesting abuse by calling a woman an adverb and a preposition, a Denton youth aiming to fight over alleged ancestors, and a boy labeling a rival with a sharp term. A vaudeville anecdote about a rooster finding Easter eggs ends the item.
The Wise County Messenger jokes about local bank deposits noting Denton County holds about 700000 dollars in deposits across twelve banks while two Wise institutions show 276000 in deposits subject to check. The mock bragging targets friend Collins and the Denton financial scene with playful banter about prosperity.
The Commercial Club urges Denton and Denton County to support establishing an experimental agricultural station. The proposal cites national success of such stations and offers a cash bonus to attract the project, calling for united citizen support to boost the effort.
Dr. H. H. Harrington head of the state demonstration work under the Department of Agriculture of Texas will experiment with a small quantity of cotton seed raised by J. W. Dunningay of Denton. He claims a 44 percent lint yield the highest on record and the seed has been sent upon request.
A brief ad promotes Hicks' Ca pucline as a fever reducer and ache reliever. It claims effectiveness against feverishness from malarious conditions colds or overheating and lists prices at 25 and 60 cents for Nquid-16.
The notice lists new fre ket green vegetable varieties, highlighting selection by growers and seed suppliers. Phone numbers included for ordering and inquiries.
A daily cycle of decisions leads to a quiet halt as choices dwindle and participants quit in the market. Officials note shifting patterns and urge calm management of events.
unanimous vote by Kentucky Avenue Baptist Church calls Dr. A. J. Harris of Gainesville to lead their congregation. Harris, the famed "cowboy preacher" trained at Louisville, preached last Sunday and is expected to accept. He previously led Broadway Baptist in San Antonio and First Baptist in Gainesville.
An advertisement claims deafness caused by catarrh can be cured only by constitutional remedies. It asserts the mucous tube inflammation leads to hearing loss and offers $100 for any case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Circulars, Toledo based F J Cheney & Co, and Hall's Family Pills for constipation are promoted.
Sam Hawkins of Denton has sent in his resignation as penitentiary inspector. The Wise County Messenger notes that other prison officials should emulate his duty and gentlemanly conduct. Reports claim he resigned after being asked to move to Huntsville, but the paper suggests he quit in disgust upon learning of his associates.
Den ton county commissioners failed to honor the agreement with petitioners for a good roads bond issue, and the election was declared off. The dispute centered on how the funds would be apportioned if the bond carried as rains made roads impassable.
Notice announces a masquerade party at the Denton skating rink on Saturday night December 25. Attendees are asked to come in disguise and prizes will be awarded to the best disguises. Jillie R. H. Hope, proprietor invites friends to learn to skate.
Early ordering avoids Christmas Eve rush and confusion. Long and Turner Co offers flexible delivery timing to fit when you want your order.
Local grocer announces fresh Selmo rolled oats Telmo pearled hominy Telmo buck wheat flour Telmo pearled barley Yelmo granulated hominy and Telmo steel cut oatmeal. Company guarantees quality from LONG & TURNER CO.
LONG and TURNER CO promotes packing and delivery of Christmas candy nuts and fruits at the time desired. Local shoppers urged to place orders now for flexible timing and convenient service.
A single diamond brooch is offered for 135 dollars at W J McCray. The listing highlights the item as a fine jewelry piece available for immediate purchase.
Ad touts Capudine as a liquid remedy for headaches from colds heat stomach or nerves with immediate action. Available in 15 25 and 50 cent sizes at drug stores and cathode markets.
Fresh shipments of Sealshipt oysters and catfish arrive at IDEAL RESTAURANT. Patrons encouraged to try the new seafood offerings and enjoy highlighted specials.
The Elks held a Thursday evening Christmas party in their club with crimson bells holly wreaths and scarlet carnations. A reception ran until 10 30 followed by a twenty number program dance led by Bala Williams for Miss Church of Fort Worth. Out of town guests included Mr and Mrs Jack Webb Abilene Miss Church Fort Worth Floyd Plans Sims Sims Shields San Antonio.
Mrs Bula Preslad of Greenfield Tennessee says she has kept Hunt's Cure on hand for fifteen years to treat itching skin troubles including eczema and ringworm. She calls it peerless and an old friend, priced at 50 cents a box.
Denton residents report lasting kidney relief from Doan's Kidney Pills with R R Turner of W Oak St asserting a permanent cure. The ad notes Doan's as the sole U S agent product by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo and urges readers to remember the name Doan's.
Advert says come in to enjoy fresh Sealshipt oysters and catfish at Ideal Restaurant, with both phones listed for contact.
In a tense confrontation Kendrick lashes Orde with a riding whip then flees seeking reprieve. Next day Carroll guides Orde toward a dramatic revelation as Gerald arranges a private plan. A carriage brings them to a house for urgent life lessons on male authority and an impending marriage.
Orde and Carroll flee the Bishop household after a bitter maternal confrontation. The general urges secrecy and supports the couple with a hurried exit and a $1000 wedding gift from Carroll’s father. Gerald confirms the plan and offers quiet encouragement as they depart toward a new life.
In Monrovia Orde and his wife reside at a hotel as Edith Fuller Valerie Cathcart Clara Taylor and Mina Heinzman form a social circle among mill owners and lumber operators. Newmark notes his partner's marriage with a sardonic eye while Carroll remains nonchalant and wary of deeper ties amid river clashes. The scene unfolds against a backdrop of local power, class, and personal entanglements.
Vital statistics list births to J. D. Scott and wife at Pilot Point and other families in Denton and nearby towns. Entries note dates in December and November for newborn girls and boys, with locations including Garza Dee, Carrolton, Den ton, and Denton.
Mrs Pryor of Denton and Mrs Elizabeth Craig of Denton are listed as deceased with dates in December. B H Williams, age 78, of three miles east of Denton, is noted with December burial.
Nashua Iowa night policeman J N Paterson recalls a winter lung illness and unsuccessful treatments before trying Foley's Honey and Tar. After two-thirds of a bottle he declares it the greatest cough and lung medicine in the world, recommended by a friend and Gar rison Kimmins.
A brief Rochester advertisement touts inexpensive chafers and trays under the name Evers. It urges readers to avoid illness by using Simmons Cough Syrup, claiming it cures coughs, heals lungs, and helps prevent pneumonia and consumption, enabling enjoyment of spring.
An unusual shopping blurb offers fresh seal shipt oysters for immediate sale. Advertises a restaurant item and a diamond ring, urging readers to come in and buy.
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