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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1913
Page
1
The Denton based Exchange National Bank announces it will conduct business from quarters near the old post office building just south of the bank until the new bank building is completed.
A London dispatch claims J Pierpont Morgan fell seriously ill in Cairo and is being taken to Naples with two doctors. Authenticated reports say he had acute indigestion four days earlier, he now appears well, and stock prices moved accordingly before recovery news.
News from Mexico City is sparse fueling fears as Taft publicizes Madero’s reply. Censorship tightens, foreigners worry for safety amid fighting resuming after a brief armistice. Rebels reportedly capture Matamoros without bloodshed as American warships anchor at Vera Cruz and a cruiser heads to Manzanillo after protests.
President Taft and his cabinet fear a total news blackout from Mexico City as strict censorship forbids cables. Three American battleships with 3000 marines standby at Vera Cruz while foreign families flee to trains and ships for safety amid an armistice.
President Taft releases a formal reply to Madero denying misinformed U.S. intent and calling for real peace in Mexico. He warns of extreme pessimism over two years of volatile events and urges prompt relief of the crisis amid renewed fighting and censorship in Mexico City.
John H. Patterson, president of the National Cash Revisiter company, was fined 5006 and sentenced to one year in prison for Sherman act violation. Twenty eight other officers or former officers were given nine months to one year terms and costs.
Washington February 17 Senate interstate canals committee rejects Senator Room amendment to repeal the Panama canal free toll provision by a 7 to 3 vote. The panel action keeps the current toll policy in place and moves the bill toward full Senate consideration.
Hon. Alvin M. Owsley returns from Austin with optimism on local college funding. He says there is broad legislative friendliness toward both the C. I. A. and Norma Notes and expects discussion about Monday.
Denton area forecast shows tonight fair and warmer with Tuesday turning fair but colder. No precipitation expected. Warming trend noted into Tuesday with daytime highs near seasonal norms and cooler overnight lows.
Austin reports indicate the legislature plans to resume work next Monday after improved meningitis conditions. Thirteen senators answered roll call with Lt Governor Mayes presiding. House members expected to return by Monday. Governor Proclaims March 10 for elections to fill districts after two deaths.
Captain Snyder, testifying in the J. B. Sneed case at Vernon, broke into tears and shouted defiantly at attorney Odell. On cross examination he said he would have killed Al Boyee like a yellow dog.
Brisk fighting occurred today in Mexico but indications point to relief of the situation. Censorship prevents describing the relief plan.
Washington notes a near total radio silence from Mexico City through the morning stirring concern here. Personal friends reportdirect contact from Madero predicting definite results soon while Senator Cullom says no Senate sentiment favors intervention.
Rebels took Matamoros at five this morning with no bloodshed after the garrison declared for Diaz at three. Rebel reorganization proceeded quietly through the forenoon.
The United States cruiser Colorado moved from Mazatlan to Manzanillo after a consul at Manzanillo reported that no American demonstrations occurred there.
In Vera Cruz three US battleships Georgia Vermont and Nebraska with about three thousand men await a possible landing. Officials fear continued fighting could trigger anarchy and attacks on foreigners. President Taft reportedly warned Madero to protect Americans as Cabinet sessions run late. Secretary Knox said a definitive reply was sent but intervention was not currently planned.
The A and M and CIA demonstration cars arrive in Denton and are placed on a sidetrack for Monday's exhibition. R B Elmore of the Texas Industrial Congress speaks to a good crowd as the train remains open for inspection until 10 PM. big crowds attend in the afternoon.
R B Elmore will lecture tonight at 7 30 at the Co I armory. The public generally is invited to attend.
Recent arrivals bring new silks novelties in Rataines and popular fabrics of the season. Egyptian Tissues offer decorative patterns while Red Seal Ginghams and utilities appear at popular prices. An emphasis on accessories completes well dressed looks.
A local store advertises a large stock of staple goods priced low and urges customers to visit and inspect the new items across all departments.
Turkish soldiers attempted to assassinate Enver Bey the Young Turks leader early today. He was badly wounded but escaped with his life. Last week Enver Bey was disastrously defeated by Bulgarians in the Gallipoli area.
E. P. Turner and associates, after Denton county, gain a Dallas county franchise. Turner cites twenty three partners with resources to fund the line and plans to file a charter once the board selects directors. Dallas granting fixes a twelve month start for construction, with Turner asserting completion within that period. The franchise bars a like grant within six months for any line using the same right of way.
Ice cream season starts at Curtis’ offering fine Jersey cream flavors using top grade fruits. Drop in and try a scoop of their current selections.
Miss Julia Fouts and James W. Golliday of Fort Worth were married at the bride’s home Saturday night with Rev. B A Co Pass officiating. After the ceremony the couple boarded the 9 30 train for Gainesville then Greenville and back to Fort Worth. The groom is a railway mail clerk between Fort Worth and Galveston and they will reside at 1015 Lamar Street Fort Worth.
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