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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1909
Page
4
Poll Tax Receipts Counted in County Totals
Tax receipts issued in the county reach 4200 or 4500, indicating turnover in local poll tax collections and prompting officials to review the year’s voter registration figures.
Poll tax receipts in Denton county exceed expectations
Denton county poll tax payments are expected to total 4000 to 4500, per Tax Collector Crowder. Weekend and Sunday activity surprised collectors, with substation totals higher than anticipated and many payments delayed until Monday to avoid a 10 percent penalty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denton County
Crowder
May and Bratcher Wed at Denton Area Home
R. T. May and Miss Ira Belle Brat cher were married Sunday at the bride’s mother’s home near Krum. The groom is a local railway cashier in the freight department. The bride, formerly of Denton, will make their home on West Hickory Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. T. May
Ira Belle Bratcher
Krum
Denton
Minnis Drug Store Offers Stationery and Paper Supplies
Minnis drug store is promoted as a convenient source for fine stationery tablets and envelopes. The ad highlights up-to-date paperry at popular prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnis’ Drug Store
Infant Son of R. R. Fain Dies on Sunday
The infant son of R. R. Fain died Sunday morning on East Oak Street. Funeral services were held Monday morning and the remains were interred at City Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. R. Fain
RR. Fain
East Oak Street
Taft Signals No Crum Appointment in Charleston
In Charleston the report says President elect Taft would not appoint Crum as collector of customs here. Washington sources claim Taft wants Roosevelt to hurry Crum’s appointment to let the matter drop for now. Hicks' Capudine offered as a headache remedy with quick effects. sold by druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Crum
Charleston
S. C
Washington
Roosevelt
Personal mention notes from Fort Worth area
Local readers list visitors and residents in town including J. L. Grissom from Fort Worth Henry Medlin from Roanoke C P L Ripy from Fort Worth Lonsewier from Corinth and others. Also notes Freeman Paschall returning to Exchange Bank and Mrs Sidney A Gibson preparing travel. An asthma cure advertisement closes the column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Grissom
Fort Worth
Henry Medlin
Roanoke
W. C., Frasher
Argyle
C. PL Ripy
Lonsewier
Corinth
McCoy
H. D. Robinson
Justin
C. A. Garrison
Aubrey
Freeman Paschall
Exchange Bank
Sidney A. Gibson
Alden
Falfurrias
W. E Kesterson
Atoka
Okla
Freeman Paschali
BE. L. Brown
Denton
J. E Smyer
Amarillo
Noah Roark
Bolivar Street
Matt Davis
Matt Jr
West Hickory Street
Min nis Drug Store Rubber Goods Display
Fresh stock at Min nis Drug Store features hot water bottles fountain syringes and other dependable rubber goods now in the show window.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnis’ Drug Store
Denton Couple Marries at Tucker Arkansas Home
Miss Kate Anderson of Denton wed Joe Watson this Sunday at Tucker Arkansas, the groom's home. The bride, daughter of A. A. Anderson, has been visiting in Arkansas. Watson owns a large tract of land near Tucker and will move there with his wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate Anderson
Denton
Joe Watson
Tucker
Ark
A. A. Anderson
Arkansas
Watson
Thanking all who aided us during illness and death
The family of GEO. KINCAID thanks friends for many courtesies shown during the recent illness and death of their husband and father. They appreciate the kindnesses and say they will long remember them with gratitude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. Kincaid
Prescription work at Minnis' Drug Store
Have your prescription work done at Minnis' Drug Store where competency and equipment are the best.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnis’ Drug Store
Secretary of State Arrives to Assume Duties in Austin
The newly appointed secretary of state, succeeding Secretary Davie, arrived from Vernon to begin his duties. The report notes his formal transfer of office and tenure in the capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Feb
W. B. Townsend
Davie
Vernon
Wagon Yard For Rent In Old Kincaid Site West Oak
For Rent Wagonyard coal and feed business space in the old Kincaid wagon yard on West Oak street. See W. T. Johnson or Dr. Kincaid at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kincaid Wagon Yard
West Oak Street
W. T. Johnson
Dr. Kincaid
Mule and Buggy Reported Lost Near County Court
Mr Dooley a farmer southwest of town reported to the sheriff Monday morning that a mule and buggy were missing from the yard Sunday night. The rig was tied to the courthouse chain and no trace was found upon the owner's return. He cannot tell if it was stolen or if the mule wandered off. T S Atcheson also lost a bay mare pony Saturday night, unsure if strayed or stolen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Dooley
Sheriff’s Office
Court House
T. S. Atcheson
School staffing changes after resignations and absences
Following Miss Bruce’s resignation as English and history teacher, Miss Ina Caddel assumes her duties and Miss Higgins takes over Miss Caddel’s work. With Miss Blair absent due to her father’s death and burial at Holland, Miss Nancy Fritz moves to North Side School and Miss Robinson teaches Fritz’s Central building class.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Bruce
Ina Caddel
Miss Higgins
Miss Caddel
Miss Blair
Holland
Nancy Fritz
North Side
Schol
Miss Robinson
Miss Fritz
Death of Miss Ola Stegall Baffles Denton Society
Miss Ola Stegall age twenty daughter of W R Stegall formerly of Denton died near Linton after a three week illness of typhoid pneumonia. The family moved from Denton to Linton about two months ago and many friends regret her death. The funeral arrangements and further notices were published in local papers.
Indiana Democrats Move to Redeem Campaign Pledges
Indiana Democrats decide to re enter the local option fight in the State Assembly and redeem their campaign pledges following a Saturday night meeting of the State Democratic executive committee in Indianapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ind
State Assembly
Democratic Executive Committee
Hardware store ad touts garden tools and poultry wire
Local retailer promotes hoes at 35c to 75c rakes 35c to 65c shovels spades and garden plows Poultry wire offered with stock ready for prompt delivery and phone orders to reach customers.
Death Comes Sunday James S Blair Dies at 59
James S Blair died Sunday morning at 11 at the family home on North Locust Street after a two month illness and a stroke. He was 59 years old and survived by three children F Blair Mabel Blair a North Side School teacher and a married daughter in Fort Worth. Remains were shipped to Holland for interment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James S. Blair
North Locust Street
Blair
F. Blair
Mise Mabel Blair
North Side
Fort Worth
Holland
Medicine Vendor Legislation Debate in Den ton County
J C Guy defends medicine vendor practices against Hayter high license bill. He argues vendors offer high quality goods tested on trial and delivered widely, while opposing tax provisions would mainly benefit drug manufacturers and a small group of druggists, calling the measure class legislation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denton County
Hayter
Texas
Austin
Mr. Hayter
Longs
Notice of severance and thanks from Con way-Craig Lumber
On account of ill health I sever my connection with the Con way-Craig Lumber Company and thank customers and the public for their liberal patronage. I bespeak for J. W. Hedgcoxe, manager in charge, continuance of the same fair and honest treatment. G. M. Hardy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conway-Craig
J. W. Hedgcoxe
G. M. Hardy
J W Hedgcoxes Notice to Denton Lumber Patrons
Notice from J W Hedgcox announcing purchase of G M Hardy interest in Conway Craig Lumber Co and assuming management at Denton seeking continued patronage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. M. Hardy
Conway-Craig Lumber Co
Denton
J. W. Hedgcoxe
Funeral Sunday for W. C. Sledge in Masonic rites
The body of W. C. Sledge who died Saturday was laid to rest Sunday morning in the O. O. O. F. cemetery. Funeral services were held at 10:36 at the residence by Rev. F. L. Wear before the remains were taken in charge by the Masonic lodge with side grave side services conducted by the order. Pallbearers were chosen from Masonic ranks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Sledge
F. L. Wear
Masonic Lodge
Forest fires sweep large area near Houston in Texas
A pall of smoke hangs over Houston and South Texas as fires burn across Liberty Polk Angelina Hardin and Tyler counties. The flames started Friday and, aided by strong winds, swept a wide area causing great losses to farmers and stockmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston
Tex
City
Texas
Liberty
Polk
Angelina
Hardin
Tyler
Book Trust Hearing In Fifty-Third District Court Postponed
In Austin on Feb 1 the antitrust case against the American Book Company before the Fifty-third district court was postponed to tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Book Trust
Austin
American Book Company
Fifty-third District
Australian duo Rivers and Rochester at Majestic Theater
The Majestic Theater extends effort to present Walter Rivers and Nina Rochester a team of Australian singers and comedy sketch artists. They have toured major cities in the United States and abroad. The New York Variety praises their act Island Episode with a strained sailor scene and an elegant duet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Majestic Theater
Rivers
Rochester
United States
Australia
Philippines
China
Japan
New York
Walter Rivers
Nina Rochester
Pastor Theater
W R Scott Tailor Promises Cleaned Pressed Garments
W R Scott offers cleaning pressing and repairing services next to the Ideal Restaurant. Custom gentlemen’s clothing made to order with sample options available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Side
McQuigg's
Ideal Restaurant
Dead Letter List for Denton Texas Week Ending January 1909
Denton post office announces uncalled letters for the week ending January 1909. Letters will be sent to Washington February 14 if not collected. Notices include Ladies and Gentlemen lists with names. advertising fee one cent per letter. Local ads list two 5 room houses for exchange for vacant lots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denton
Texas
Washington
Bader
Minnie Bush
Mary Hudson
Mary B. Hudson
Mary E. Horn
Pearl Karr
Lillie Martin
Vera Price
Dora
Roberts
Nannie Vaughn
John Clements
Hutcherson
Ethel Hamron
Virer Hughes
C. E. Rogers
Ruby Smith
Lillian Williams
Mary
Allman
D. F. Alyea
James M. Branderd
J. Brown
Frank Callahan
R. E. Eband
Jesse Helms
J. T. Hunter
Kelm
Leo Keith
Lem Lawler
Clay Phillip
J. W Ransom
R. Shoemaker
Bryant
W. H. Hender
J. P. Kelum
A. G. Miller
G. M. Stowell
Willie Tidwell
J. BE
Verne
W. A. Wilson
Gk. C. Foreign
Gonzales
Fiburcio
John B. Schmitz
Also Mentioned on This Page
Duggan & Duggan
Kodaks
Chemicals
Neko O.m.curtis
Blanks
Denton County National Bank
Barbers
R. M. Mitchell
Hamilton @ Yeatts
R. B. Bishop
G. W. Birchfield
Bishop & Birchfield
Fort Worth National Bank
Fort Worth, Texas
Lewisville
Record and Chronicle
Mce Clore’s Magazine
Nome
Frontier Assthma Company
Buffalo, N. Y
Anderson
Denton Oil
Foley
Garrison & Kimmins
Cu-Cura Co
Tulsa
Ola Stegall
Thecora
Promto
Indiana
Democrats
Evers Hardware Co
Jas. S. Blair
Ree
Mavis
J.C. Guy
Hooper
Farmers’ Implement & Vehicle Co
C. P. Poe
Wrixes Insurance
Automobile
Texas Wire Fence Company
Johnson @ Sheridan
Nature
Julian Scruggs
Ladies Outfitters
Masonic Order
W.R. Scott
P. C. Withers
Record and Chronicle and
Ste Clare’s Magazine
Cy Er Ny
Piana
Sie Wees
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