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Newspaper

Record And Chronicle

Location

Denton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1912

Page

3

Lost items and help wanted in local notices

Public notices run many seeks including lost articles a cook wanted to apply at 101 West Oak white girl to assist in care of child and lodging rooms for rent in multiple addresses with contact r l selby 158c and dr fritz West Penton 27 South Elm St 15tfe 16tfc

West Oak Pply

Waldrip Plackemith Shop Ad Promotes Materials and Prices

An old advertisement touts first class workmanship and best material at Wollw ork shop. It invites readers to J. L. Waldrip at ery's Plackemith Shop to see price offers and rear waddle items.

J. L. Waldrip Atery Plackemith

Fern Matthews Barber Opens West Side Salon

The Fern Matthews Barber on the West Side invites new customers to join a growing list of satisfied clients, emphasizing quality service and a modern grooming experience.

Fern Matthews

VW Blett & Son Meat Market Ad on West Ak Street

City Meat Market promotes its meats with a straightforward ad on West Ak Street. The notice mentions both phones and urges customers to try their products.

City Meat Market West Ak Street Vwblett & Son

Frank Wilkinson Meat Market Ad on Elm Street

Frank Wilkinson offers fresh and tender meat at S Elm Street. Old phone 212, new phone 83.

Frank Wilkinson S. Elm St New

Blacksmith Shops Offer Reliable Shoeing and Buggy Work

Local blacksmith shop at NN Street advertises reliable shoeing for horses and buggy work. The shop highlights specialty in craft and workmanship for agricultural and transportation needs.

THE Reliable Crae

Local Farm Trade Ad Offers Stoves and Wood Fuel

Classified notice promotes BRAN CORN HAY and stove and eater wood for sale in Arkansas. Prompt delivery and full measure advertised. Contact on Fim Street using both phones.

Arkansas Fim

Moving and Dray Services by Brownlow and Strickland

Local moving and dray services offered by Brownlow and Strickland. New phone 116, old phone 310. Office and barn at 36 East Hickors.

Brownlow & Strickland East Hickors

Benton Transfer Co Seeks New Phone Line and Bottlenecks

Benton Transfer Company announces new phone number 34 and notes old trunk lines. H Morrison, proprietor, signals upgrades at the dispatcher hub to improve trunks and baggage handling amid Lips funding concerns.

Benton Transfer Co H. Morrison Old Malle

Moving Vans Offer Prompt Service in Parks & Ter Area

Classified blurb promotes first class prompt moving services by two large town moving vans. Full service household moving and specialty items offered with office and residence contact numbers.

ESTER

Autos for Hire W W Billingsley Old Phone 330

Automobile hire ad notes W V Billingsley offering pickup service with an old phone number 330. The brief item lists contact method and a new phone line may follow.

W. W. Billingsley

Taylor Dairy Fresh Cilik Cream and Butter Ad

Dairy delivery offer from Taylor Dairy Fresh featuring cream and butter products. Old phone number listed with two rings and delivery by call for better milk service.

R Taylor Dairy

Furnished rooms for rent in Denton Denton area

A. R. Mgintle lists furnished rooms for rent in the city of Denton. Offices located one door east of Exchange National Bank.

Dr W H Botts Veterinarian and Surgeon Office

Dr W H Botts veterinarian and veterinary surgeon listed with Lipscomb transfer company in Denton. New phone 70 and 298 blue. old numbers 34 pee and 486. provides contact details for office and services.

W. HB Ith Denton Transfer Co Lipscomt Jock

Local Feedstuffs and Horse Rigs Listing

MeuREMAN and LUSTER advertise at Red arn N Elm street offering feedstuffs for horses and cattle, a fleet of horses and rigs for hire, plus automobile trips. Charlie White in charge. Both phones 35.

Cement Contractor S A Bushey J M Gurley In The Lead

If you want concrete side talks or brick work, let me figure it out. S A Bushey and J M Gurley advertise as a cement contractor offering first class work at the right price and inviting estimates.

S. A. Bushey J. M. Gurley

Magill and Shepard Locksmiths Repair Locks and Sew Machines

Magill and Shepard advertise lock repair and sewing machine service offering to fit keys to any lock and fix sewing machines. Read as a local service notice from a general repair shop.

Magill & Shepard Tfc

Local Trades and Services Notices

Dentist offices listed on West and South Side Squares with addresses. Anderson's Harness and Shoe Repair relocates east of Puckett's Grocery. First class kerosene delivered at 70c for 5 gallons with New phone 3406-white. Quick Messenger Service advertised with phones 01 and W A Brashears manager Hamilton Yeatte office.

Ak Anderson Iet Doo Puckett’s 11 &Tfe W. A. Brashears Hamilton « Yeatte Office

For Sale and Rent Notices from Denton Area

Classified style notice listing include three houses and lots in Venton for sale and two rooms for rent at 69 Welch St Denton. Also baby pram and seed corn for sale plus farm implements and furniture for sale by GW Elbert and JERSEY cow with calf, work horses and mules offered by I T Fowler in Corinth.

Venton Humphiares Welch St Denton Jersey I T Fowler Corinth

Second Hand Frazier Cart for Sale by Fox Bros

Used Frazier cart offered by Fox Bros with 167p FOR SALE CHEAP GOOD LOR ry and good set single harness J A Cagle 157¢. Selling point emphasizes value and intact harness components. Local dealer listing notes condition and price to attract buyers.

Fox Bros J A. Cagle

Stock Bid for Alliance Milling At 115 Quoted

The 12 shares of Alliance Milling are quoted at 115 and a bid for 160 is noted. Address B this office. 156.

Alliance Milling Company

Sale notices for lot and piano

A vacant lot on Vea Oak Street on Car Line north rent advertised with house and lot also for sale. A Kimball piano in good condition offered cheap. Whone 33.

West Oak Kimball

Sale of cord wood in car lots

Post Oak cord wood sale advertised with location in car lots. Implied seller initials F E TOBIN.

Car Lotsa F_ E Tobin Imap

For Sale Rent Or Trade Two Story House Near Car Line

For sale or trade a two story house with hot and cold water electric lights upper and lower bathrooms located one block from the car line. Also several small tracts in and near Denton. Address P O Box 247 159c tw.

Denton P. O

Poultry Department Ad Offers Hatching Eggs

Thoroughbred eggs for hatching Indian runne ducks priced 13 for 1.50 Partridge Wyandottes and light Brahmas 15 for 1.50 Eggs delivered. Mrs A L Scott Route 2 Aubrey. 1866pti.

Indian Runne A. L. Scott Aubrey

Pape's Cold Compound Promises Fast Cold Cure

An ad touts Pape's Cold Compound as a rapid remedy for severe colds and grippe. It claims one dose relieves headaches feverishness stuffed nose and sore throat with three doses ending symptoms, and notes no quinine is used. The 25 cent package is sold by druggists worldwide.

Pape Pan

Street Car Notice Narrows West Side Service

A temporary repair schedule limits service to a single car on the West Side for several days. The car will run between the depot and William Ganzer's. Patrons beyond the Ganzer curve may request service by calling the street office.

Ganzer Ganzer Curve Wm. Ganzer's

Hall's Catarrh Cure Promoted as Internal Remedy

Catarrh cannot be cured with local applications. it is a constitutional disease. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts on the blood and mucous surfaces. It is said to be a prescription from a top physician, blends tonics with cleansers, and is sold by druggists for 75 cents. Testimonials available by mail.

Hall F. J. Cheney & Co Props Toledo

ILEAL RESTAURANT Meat Ticket Discount Offer

A local restaurant advertises a meat ticket discount aimed at helping customers save money. The notice highlights value meals and limited time pricing to attract patrons seeking affordable dining options.

Ileal Restaurant

Denton Society Happenings Honor Mrs Allen of Terrell

Mrs H F Schweer hosted a Saturday night gathering with five 500 tables. Guests included Chas Saunders H G Allen and Herbert Walden, plus Mrs Allen of Terrell. Prizes featured a pearl handled knife and a cloisonne box. A salad and ice course followed.

H. F Schweer Allen Terrell Messrs and Mesdames P. Lipscomb Chas. Saunders H. G. Allen Herbert Walden Wylie Smith J. W. Sullivan Mrs. Allen Mise Lee Wiliams Jetty Hansen Pauline Lipscomb

Social Tea Honors Mrs Allen of Terrell With Prizes

Mrs. L. H. Schweer hosted Friday afternoon games for Mrs. Allen of Terrell. Winnings included a log box of candy for Mrs. Wylie Smith and a three piece silver set for Mrs. Allen, with consolation prize deck of cards won by Mrs. J. W. Sullivan. Guests listed include R. H. Evers H. F Schneer Herbert Walden and others.

L. H. Schweer Allen Terrell Wylie Smith Mesdames R. H. Evers H. F Schneer Herbert Walden W. C. Edwards Joey Johnson W. Simmons J. Ed Wilson J. Ed Wilson, Jr H. G. Allen J. W. Sullivan Joel McCook W C. Kimbrough Charles Davis Priestly Lipscomb C. Lipscomb, Sr Chas Smoot Joe Long J. C Coit Charles Saunders McCracken Miss Lee Williams

Millions Use Cascarets for Gentle Health

Trusted print ad extols Cascarets as a cure for headaches biliousness sluggish liver and bowels and bad stomachs. Claims quick relief from indigestion and constipation promising health happiness and a clear head from a 10 cent box with broad appeal to adults and children alike.

Marriage Licenses List Includes Several Couples

The notice records marriages including M A Beard and Miss Lydia Stroud, Russell Hopper and Miss Emma Spraberry, Reenhold Dawe and Miss Adele Wolters, W P Marshall and Miss Lottie L Fleece, Garland Lipscomb and Miss Mattie Bateman in Lewisville and Garland.

M A. Beard Lydia Stroud Russell Hopper Garza Emma Spraberry Reenhold Dawe Lewisville Adele Wolters W. P. Marshall Lottie L. Fleece Garland Lipscomb Mattie Bateman

Doan's Kidney Pills Proven By Denton Resident Testimony

Mrs Martha Arnold of 125 Bolivar St Denton Texas testifies she suffered kidney trouble with back ache and fatigue and says Doan's Kidney Pills relieved her and restored health. Price 50 cents, Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents for Doan's.

Denton Martha Arnold Bolivar St Texas Dean Foster-Milburn Co Buffaio New York United States Doan's

A. & M. Glee Club Concert at Opera House Tuesday

The A. & M. Glee Club performs Tuesday night at the Opera House. Buy a meal ticket to save money at the restaurant IDFAL RESTAURANT.

Opera House A. & M. Glee Club Idfal Restaurant

Local Officials and Candidates Listed for County Races

A compiled slate lists candidates for county offices including assessor Frank Tobin and sheriff C Orr Batis, plus treasurer M Reeve and tax collector Virgil Hennen. Other posts covered include county clerk button, attorney Wilson Hopkins, superintendent McCook, and judges, constables, commissioners, mayors, and aldermen across wards.

Turner Bros Hone 7. Good Things for the Table Promise

Turner Bros proclaims better table options with the motto Every good thing for the table is our business and pledges to prove their commitment. The short line Hone 7 underscores a branding element tied to the claim.

Turner Bros

A. & M. Glee Club Concert Notice at Opera House

County Judge Hoskins calls for county school trustee candidates to file by March 10 with name precinct and district to appear on the ticket. Denton Texas notice appears amid local ads for garden seeds from Long & King.

S H. Hoskins Denton Texas

Cigar quality emphasized by careful stock and humidors

The cigar department highlights meticulous selection and specialized humidors to ensure fresh and smokable stock. Customers testify to satisfaction with brands including Abaco Arcadia Cuba Ronia Black and White LaZuma Caddo EF Cuba and more.

Abaco Arcadia Cuba Ronia Invincibles

Local Option Election Planned for Montague County

Montague County schedules a local option election in March amid ongoing local option activity. Fire damaged the Katy Dallas freight depot and its stored freight is valued between 360000 and 460000 dollars. An oil shipment explosion was observed as flames started. Local politics in Scurry County dominates state issues with four candidates for county clerk and twelve for assessor. J Y Massey, a former Denton man, seeks the mayoralty of Snyder.

Katy Dallas Scurry County J. Y. Massey Denton Snyder

Streetcar Repairs Limit Service Between Depot and Ganzer's

Only one car will run on the tween between the depot and William Ganzer's due to repairs. Authorities advise phoning the streetcar office for updates.

Land dispute in Denton County Texas 1912 suit details

The Alliance Milling Co. sues William Austin and others in Denton County for title to tracts in Vernon County Texas with adverse possession alleged since 1911. The petition cites publication orders, the 5 and 10 year statutes, and claims trees on the land valued at $500. Defendants include unknown heirs and J N Rayzer as plaintiff’s manager.

State OF Texas Denton William Austin W. P. Ferguson Cawthorne Sixteenth Judicial District Denton County Alliance Milling Co Fulme J Conway Rusia Wonde Thompson Oscar Thompson Cow Sai ‘ Nk Plantiff Vernon County Texas Jock Aid Survey Venton A. J Conway B R. H. Johnson A. J. Conway Deea Dnton County A. Vv. Conway and Vite T. KR. Conway Conway Lana O&k

1912 Corsets Arrive With Rust Proof and Gossard Styles

We have just received 1912 corset models including Warner Bros rust proof designs from $1.00 to $350 per pair and Gossard front lace corsets from $3.50 to $8.50 per pair. A trained attendant offers fitting guidance and assurances of satisfaction.

Warner Bros

Cloudy title suit over burnsett lands in Denton County

Writ filed to quiet title to parcels in blocks 8 and 9, asserting vendor liens and defective deeds create clouds. Defendants include J F Conway and heirs of Isaac Conway, with claims from Ferguson, Cawthorn, Johnson, Keating, Fulmer, and others. plaintiff seeks possession, damages, and removal of clouds.

Pplaintuff J. M. Smith J. W. Keding Keating W. F. Fulmer Reding Fulmer Omia Tlock Isaac W. Conway Crial W. E. Durbin District Court Denton County Denton

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