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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1909
Page
8
Any erroneous reflection upon the character reputation or standing of any firm individual or corporation which may appear in the columns of the Record and Chronicle will be gladly corrected upon being called to the attention of the publishers.
The Denton and Travis pages clash over a lobbying report as Douglas Percy and Douglas Perry push a whistle resolution to curb lobbyists. Fred Buchanan seeks to strike enacting clauses on compulsory education and juvenile training bills amid Galveston invitation and adjournment subject to call.
A fragmentary 1909 calendar entry discusses Shakespearean references and historical figures while criticizing Texas marriage laws. It mentions Lord Angelo and Measure for Measure, England Venezuela tensions, and a critique of publicity requirements for marriages across borders. The piece reflects cultural attitudes toward marriage publicity and clergy income.
The agitation over the $1,693,0002 question will pause for about thirty days as the U S Supreme Court stays its mandate for that period. This postponement shifts momentum and keeps the matter in limbo until the court acts.
A Texas town west of the 98th meridian looks set to receive the West Texas Normal, with hope it will emulate the North Texas Normal at Denton and prove a worthy investment for the community.
The Senate may follow the House and pass a compulsory education bill setting 7 to 14 as the schooling age in Texas. It would not apply to those already in school but targets indifference, while other Texas towns press for federal projects.
Reports from Austin indicate the bill requiring ten days notice to carry was favorably reported. Ministers wives fear the law will cut pin money, and couples who dislike public notices could simply run away or avoid the requirement.
An exhausted Nebraska farmer posts a crude warning on his farm warning trespassers with grim terms. He describes a warning sign boasting three mean dogs and a bubble-barrel shotgun though no shells are loaded. The note implies any hunter who ignores it faces swift actions.
A Brownwood Bulletin reflection notes a Texas town with two rough weekly papers that give a poor impression to outsiders. It praises another unnamed city with two daily papers that outsiders might deem dead but which actually shows public spirit and activity. The piece argues newspapers can mislead about a town’s true vigor.
Denton plans another long macadam stretch on Hickory Street from the normal to the depot as the next project. The street committee aims to push permanent improvements, hoping to lead small cities in first class streets. The Denton effort mirrors a broader Texas town push for better streets and sidewalks this year.
A brief classified line notes shucks priced at 4 dollars per ton or per bale of ice with food value equal to prairie hay. Includes alliance reference and page placement 30c.
An advertisement touts Hunt's Cure as a guaranteed remedy for itch, promising relief for eczema and ringworm in a single box, usable for any form of itch regardless of label or location. The claim emphasizes strong effectiveness and a written guarantee.
Fire at the Ardis hotel in Sulphur Springs yesterday severely burned Clyde Potter. The hotel, owned by L. M. Lewis of Marlow Oklahoma, sustained about $6,000 in losses. The piece notes medical advice about Foley’s Honey and Tar for respiratory symptoms.
Citizens holding ice coupon books issued at four price must surrender them for cancellation so new books can be issued at the reduced price. Issuance will proceed as required by Alliance Milling Co.
A party of Kansas City capitalists traveled by special train to Tampico mexico, stopping in Denison for a day as they seek investment opportunities in the Mexican port.
A Detroit woman, Mrs M B Fisher, suffered severe rectal trouble and was told surgery was her only hope. After taking Dr King’s New Life Pills she was wholly cured. The pills prevent appendicitis and cure constipation and headaches. 25c at J F Raley & Co.
In a tense scene Helen confronts truth about her father and Gillespie as Miss Pat pushes to reveal full facts. Arthur professes responsibility and sacrifices status for Henry, burning the envelope while Helen salvages the proof and asserts belief in her father.
On Glenarm terrace in chapter XXV the trio discuss Helen Hel-en and Miss Pat as a storm rages. Henry Holbrook dies aboard the Stiletto after a conflict aboard a canoe. Rosalind and her father approach Glenarm as the sun rises over St Agatha's.
A Michigan woman reports cure of nasal catarrh by Hyomei, saying the dry antiseptic air inhaled relieves head nose and eye symptoms. Testimonial letter from Mrs E Karberg of Ann Arbor dated November 16 endorses Hyomei as effective and affordable at 1.95 with inhaler included.
Amarillo Texas reports P N Willis shot in the head and killed yesterday afternoon at Tulia. Herschell Goodnight was arrested afterward. The shooting is described as arising from a dispute over business affairs.
A Kemp Texas veteran recounts a stubborn cold and long cough that nearly felled him, dropping weight to 13 pounds before healing. He credits Dr King’s New Discovery with restoring health to 179 pounds and endorses it for colds coughs hemorrhages asthma and pneumonia prevention. Trial bottle offered free by F Raley & Co.
Advices say W. H. Newman former president of the New York Central will visit Dallas late this month. The purpose of his trip is not revealed.
An ad notes Hick's Capu chine as the best remedy for colds and grip, claiming it relieves aching feverishness cures the cold and restores normal condition. Available in 10¢ 25¢ and 50¢ sizes at the drug store.
In a cross roads store a Lounger mocks Old Jon Weatherby for praising his gun as if it were his old woman. The storekeeper agrees noting Josh says it reminds him of the old woman, always kicking and hard to handle.
The notice highlights growing use of electricity due to excellence and efficiency in gasoline engine construction. It notes extension of isolated electric plants as a result of improved engine design and production practices.
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