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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1909
Page
3
For rent a wagon yard suitable for coal and feed business at the old Kincaid yard on West Oak. Inquiries should be directed to W. T. Johnson or Dr. Kincaid at once.
Announcement of the sale of the Denton Mill ice plant to J N Rayzor of Alliance Milling followed by Denton price reductions. Manager Ged T Cobb says ice will drop to 25c per 100 pounds wholesale and 35c delivered, with factory price at 25c. Old coupons may be surrendered for new reduced ones.
Kemp Texas Civil War veteran J A Stone says a lung trouble and stubborn cold nearly ended him. He lost weight until using Dr King’s New Discovery, which restored his health and weight to 179 pounds. Useful for severe colds and pneumonia prevention. 50 cents to 1.00. Trial bottle free. Guaranteed by J F Raley & Co.
President elect Taft and party sailed from Colon aboard the U S cruiser North Carolina for New Orleans. He reported work in Panama was progressing satisfactorily and engineers promised a report by the time he reached New Orleans.
Rev. W J Gregory, 63, burned to death while trying to save his Chico home from a Sunday morning fire. His wife escaped with minor burns. He attempted to recover money and the building, keeping 1500 dollars hidden, with 280 dollars in gold recovered. Robbery theory offered. Gregory, a pioneer preacher in Wise county for 35 years, widely known in the region.
A German chemical hexamethylenetetramine is cited as a key ingredient in Foley’s Kidney Remedy. Medical authorities note it as a uric acid solvent and urine antiseptic.
Fire in Cumby Texas on Thursday night caused about 9000 dollars in damages. Principal losers were H. B. Taylor and H. B. Cash.
A Mississippian correspondent from Kosciusko extols Hunt's Lightning Oil as essential on the farm and for both people and animals. The writer calls it quick acting and rich in results, noting its effectiveness on burns and fresh cuts. Published as a personal testimonial.
Mrs Nix remains in critical condition after being shot by her stepfather J P Lane in Corsicana Texas yesterday. A ball was removed this morning but her lower limbs are still paralyzed and doctors fear she may die.
President D. J. Neill of the Farmers' Union travels from Fort Worth to Memphis for a national conference of state presidents on legislative matters and then proceeds to Washington to press the anti bucket shop law before Congress. Hearing set for February 24. If enacted, it would shut down cotton exchanges in New York New Orleans and Galveston.
Navy Captain Edward Qualthrough of the battleship Georgia is suspended for six months after being found guilty of intoxication on duty. Also reports include W J Bryan near fatal auto accident in Tampa and various national notes from politics to crime and sports.
Ads in the Mecora and Chron tele drive prompt returns as the Record and Chronicle reach nearly every home, boosting engagement and readership.
Denton County commissioners selected Exchange National Bank of Denton as the county's depository for two years following bids from Denton County National First National and Exchange National. The contract covers daily balance payments, replacing the previous term where the rate was 5.11 percent.
Rest and Sleep. A bad winter cold brings coughing and sleepless nights. The ad endorses Simmons Cough Syrup as the quickest, best remedy to soothe the lungs and bronchial passages and stop the cough for peaceful rest.
Petitions circulated in Waco churches urging the Texas legislature to pass anti race track betting laws. Many signed the petitions while a significant number declined to sign.
Hoarse coughs and stuffy colds that may develop into pneumonia over night are quickly cured by Foley's Honey and Tar. It soothes inflamed membranes heals lungs and expels the cold from the system. Garrison & Kimmins.
Mose Watson was shot and mortally wounded Friday night in Dalhart Texas. W T Childers surrendered to the sheriff and Watson died shortly afterward.
An advertisement proclaims Hunt's Cure as a guaranteed remedy that clears any form of itch including eczema and ringworms with one box. It emphasizes rapid relief and universal applicability for itch sensations.
Paris Texas February 8 John McIntosh the Negro wanted for killing Deputy Constable Draper remains at large as lawmen continue pursuit across the area.
An irritated skin leads to trouble for the person. The ad promotes Hunt's Cure claiming one box guarantees cure for any skin trouble and relieves itching at once.
The firm B. L. Gibbons & Son a general merchandise business at Krum has been adjudged bankrupt. Liabilities total about 5000 with assets including 3500 in stock and 1000 in notes and accounts. The first meeting of creditors is set for 9 a.m. February 19 at the courthouse.
Sterling P. Strong, prohibition leader, spoke in McKinney Texas, saying if submission fails in the present legislature the fight will continue in the Thirty second legislature. The report cites Strong's warning as he urged support from residents.
In Dallas on February 8 Prof. J. M. Carlisle of the Carlisle Military academy at Arlington won a default judgment for $5,000 against the American Book company and the University Publishing company. The suit arose from an alleged contract violation tied to Carlisle's efforts to persuade the Texas textbook board to adopt specified books.
In Stephenville Texas on February 8 9 year old Archie Blichet was accidentally shot when a small rifle discharged as he climbed a fence the ball entered his side.
Palestine Texas reports prizefighter Bat Nelson passing through en route to San Antonio for a bout with Kid Burke Fort Sam Houston. Nelson expressed interest in another match with Joe Gans, the well known African American fighter.
W B Dorsey was arrested and jailed in Dallas on a charge of attempting to assault a nine year old white girl yesterday at Lake Cliff.
Cotton markets in Denton were steady to slightly higher with spots unchanged at 5.22 and Liverpool and New Orleans futures mixed. Fort Worth livestock led with 4,700 cattle and 3,600 hogs reported. steer prices steady to 5.75, cows up to 3.79, calves at 4.80, hogs easing to 6.20.
A Sherman dispatch reports Bill McIntosh the alleged murderer of Officer Draper was seen passing through Sherman. Sheriff Fuller will depart for Sherman this afternoon. The reward is increased to 150 dollars and the governor has been asked to aid in capture.
H G Richardson former International and Great Northern engineer filed a $40 000 damages suit alleging his heart was dislocated by being mashed against a car while alighting from his engine. The incident occurred in San Antonio Texas on February 8.
Uncalled letters for week ending February 7 1909 in Denton Texas. Names appear on Ladies and Gentlemen lists with Mrs Miss and Mr entries. Letters will forward to Dead Letter Office Washington February 21 if not claimed. B Schmitz P M
A French scientist claims a blood based method for longevity, while Electric Bitters is touted as prolonging life and restoring vigor. An anonymous testimonial from W. M. Sherman credits Kidney trouble with life force loss and mentions J. F. Co.'s product entry.
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