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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1910
Page
1
Weather bureau warns of snow in the Panhandle and a heavy freeze sweeping across Texas tonight. The forecast calls for icy paths and subfreezing temperatures likely to affect travel and outdoor activities statewide.
Reports from Fort Worth to the Panhandle show a wide rain sweep overnight with totals from half an inch to over two inches. Houston records more than two inches, flooding streets and basements as cold weather imminent for East and West Texas with freezing temperatures forecast.
A formal resolution states the intent to open a bank account for iSll. The document confirms the account will be held with a designated bank and outlines initial authority and signer requirements.
New Orleans Louisiana reports a strong cold wave with temperatures 20 to 25 degrees below or near zero, expect continued frigid conditions and Friday fair skies as the pattern shifts slowly.
A midnight Wednesday blaze gutted four business buildings in a downtown block. Officials state the cause is under investigation and no injuries were reported. Firefighters battled the flames for hours until containment. Local merchants assess the damage and await insurance assessments.
The report notes a gentle rain between 2 and 4 AM yielding about half an inch. The area described was largely unchanged with similar coverage across the section.
Reports from New Orleans say Honduras has erupted into open revolt. Rebels field an organized 16 000 strong army and about 4 000 exiles have crossed the border to join. U S. likely to back the revolt amid chaotic conditions.
The Weather Bureau forecasts the coldest weather of the winter with temperatures from 20 to 25 degrees above zero. Friday is expected to bring milder conditions according to the same authority.
Milton Lloyd Platt, a Shreveport area farmer, died this morning from wounds believed accidental. He was shot yesterday when a twelve year old black servant, accompanying Platts sister on a hunt near Grand Cane, discharged a shotgun while the gun was still in the girl's hand after she was frightened by a bull.
Fire discovered at midnight engulfed four business houses and contents in Justin causing about six thousand dollar loss. Incendiary origin suspected with no arrests. damages spread from Smoot butcher shop to Bradley restaurant and Pennington building and Taylor furniture stores with partial insurance coverage.
City voters face delays as polls lag in tax payment collections. Officials warn of budget strains and potential service impacts if receipts do not improve. Citizens are urged to settle arrears before deadlines.
Only 219 poll tax receipts issued in four city boxes, far below the county average of 1200 to 1400. County Tax Collector Hawkins notes voter apathy, with Lewsville and Aubrey comparatively active. To reach last year’s 4500 total, about 100 polls daily are needed from now to February 1.
Reports Friday show Denton and neighboring counties received more than half an inch of moisture. A good rain began Thursday around 2 am and ended after 6 am, with a brief shower Wednesday evening and a light shower near 10 pm. The local wind shifted from the north, clearing the skies. The rain moisture wet the topsoil and aided emerging crops though not enough to start a full season.
Abilene Dec 29 The State Teachers conference debated methods for Texas juvenile delinquents with Dr C S Potts T G Kennedy and ex Superintendent Cousins delivering addresses They criticized the state system urged separation of Gatesville reformatory from politics E O McNew of Mineral Wells condemned the current text book law Officers to be elected tomorrow.
Dallas December 29 District Judge R B Seay overruled Fred Flemings motion for a new trial after his four year penitentiary sentence for receiving deposits from Western Bank and Trust Company as it failed. The defense gave notice of appeal to the Court of Criminal Appeals and bond was set at 10000 with Fleming released after five days in jail.
W H Payne a facina who was Celaind on a funny writ was adjudged insane after a Tuesday trial before Judge Hoskins. Threats to himself and others were the displays of insanity noted on the witness stand. Payne will be placed at North Texas Insane Asylum likely Friday. Mrs Lela Nichol son of Sanger was also adjudged insane in an examination at her home by Judge Hoskins Tuesday.
The census bureau reports Longview population at 5,155, up from 3,591 a decade ago. Cisco is listed at 2,400, rising from 1,515 ten years prior.
New suits filed in the district court include Farmers & Merchants Bank of Pilot Point versus W. H. Balls on debt. BE. J. Lockheid versus Rachel Cruse and husband W. A. Cruse et al for perpetuation of testimony.
The Daughters of the Confederacy will gather Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock at Miss Minne Paschall's residence on North Locust Street for a local meeting.
Six men died in an explosion yesterday at the American Smelting and Refining plant five miles from El Paso. Thirty were injured as rescuers search the debris for four more missing workers. the smelter resumes operations today. The dead are Florentino Navarro, Guillermo Dominguez, Jose Ruis, M. Reyes, Juan Tallamane, Francisco Eramendez.
Secretary of State Towns completed the canvass of state election returns for state offices except governor and lieutenant governor. Railroad Commissioner W D Williams led with 180 574 votes and A J Harper for judge of the Court of Criminal Appeals was second with 179 940. Walker Crosby Upton King and Yoakum counties went solidly Democratic while Goliad Guadaloupe and Zapata went solidly Republican.
Squire and Mrs. Sam R. Lain marked their golden wedding anniversary with a dinner at the home of their son Dr G D Lain in Sanger. Nearly seventy five guests attended including relatives and listed friends from Bolivar, Cooper, Den ton, Ponder, Sanger, and distant chambers.
Huch Tobin and wife deed 89 acres to H. G. Musgrove in the Francisco Travino survey for $2,000.
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