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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1909
Page
2
Public notice warns readers that any errors reflecting on individuals firms or corporations in the Records and Chronicle will be corrected upon notification to the publishers.
February 20 marks anniversaries of Voltaire born 1694 and Frederick Douglass died 1895. Noted lines honor Garrick born 1716 and Jefferson born 1829. Shakespearean quotes and play references accompany brief biographical mentions and literary praise.
February 21 entry notes John Quincy Adams death in 1848 and Cardinal Newman birth in 1801. It quotes verse on Adams and Newman and references Shakespeare plays Trois and Cressida Cymbeline. The item presents a calendar format with literary asides and era notices.
Monta Moore has been employed as counsel for the Thomas probe, signaling continued involvement in the case. Analysts say Moore’s role points to ongoing legal strategy and possible political ambitions in the near term.
In a free country some people defend the move while others view it as excessive censorship. The report notes concerns over limits on artistic expression and government control of media.
A sundry civil list shows a long Texas town roster for federal buildings and improvements, but Denton is not listed. The local Commercial Club may need to advocate to secure inclusion and funding for Denton projects.
A committee investigating the paper trust recommends cutting print paper from six to two dollars per ton, adding ground wood to the free list and taxing chemically crushed pulp at one twelfth of a cent per pound, signaling lower costs after past climbs from one to two cents to three dollars per pound.
Wichita Falls Times sketches the Nash ville murder case of ex Senator Carmack and the Cooper trial. Prosecution aims to prove a plotted killing tied to Carmack’s anti prohibition stance. Colonel Cooper faced sharp criticism for opposing statewide prohibition and threats followed editorial notations.
Editorial notes Carmack and the Coopers duel on a Nashville street after a political dispute. Carmack is killed instantly and young Cooper wounded. Courts face a wide attention trial over self defense and political power dynamics in Tennessee’s dry movement.
The Record and Chronicle praises the Thirty-first Texas Legislature as temperate and cautious. It argues conservative measures fit the period and urges patience until the term ends before judging the body, contrasting it with the Thirtieth and noting it aims to build up Texas. San Antonio Express.
San Antonio reports E. N. Deatley, street car conductor, was stabbed by a Black man when he attempted to eject him for causing a disturbance. The assailant escaped. Deatley expected to recover.
S Harrison of Kosciusko Mississippi hails Hunt's Lightning Oil as a household necessity. He praises its quick action and strong results for both people and animals, citing its effectiveness on burns and fresh cuts.
NONOGENAIGAN DAD, CARTHAGE, Tex., Feb. 20 Cole Hull aged 93 a Texas pioneer died here today. He leaves three sons.
The Record and Chronicle report rising results from the Classified Act 13 test. Readers are invited to try them and verify the coverage grows as expected.
The 1910 political sphere buzzes over William Jennings Bryan's article in Maren Munsy's The Future of the Democratic Party. Bryan argues a Democratic House is possible under a Republican Senate and House led by reactionaries, warning Taft of party conflicts and endorsing remedial reform. Influential Democrats call Bryan's piece the era’s most important political paper since Taft's election.
Denton county’s F F Hill named chairman of Galveston trip arrangements faces comical pressure as lawmakers demand nine lower berths for a train with only three. Hill admits the odds are tight yet vows to fit the needs, while all legislators seek the Galveston journey.
Rest and Sleep. A bad cold and lingering cough plague many in winter. Simmons Cough Syrup is advertised as soothing to the lungs and bronchial passages, stopping coughing at once and providing peaceful sleep.
Granger Wash postmaster Geo Eaton leads a petition drive to back Miss Mary A Ide for the Granger postmaster job. The effort follows Eaton signaling support and printing a list of signers as locals favor Ide who has experience and is qualified for the office.
Elsie Hendricks aged four may die from potash poisoning after swallowing a quantity found in a box at her Mt. Pleasant home. Her mouth lips and throat were seriously burned but she is hospitalized and under medical care.
A Detroit woman with severe rectal trouble was urged by three doctors to undergo an operation. She instead took Dr. Kin’s New Life Pills and claims to be wholly cured, noting their alleged prevention of appendicitis and relief from cramps. The ad-style passage cites J. A. Raley & Co. as the source.
Denco stock feed marketed as economical and versatile for mixing with other feeds. Sold in 100 pound sacks by grocers and feed stores. Produced by the Dentonil Mill.
Ray Worth 8S of Den ton is praised as a newspaper man at home and an expert on state taxation in Austin. As chairman of the revenue and taxation committee he is noted as the youngest and one of the best, with eloquence and a strong zeal for Venton’s College of Industrial Arts and girls’ welfare.
Kemp Tex Civil War veteran J A Stone recalls a plot to end his life via illness. He suffered a stubborn cough and weight loss to 133 pounds before using Dr Kings New Discovery which restored his health to 179 pounds. The remedy targets severe colds and pneumonia with a trial bottle offered.
San Antonio reports Guy Nelson swallowed a piece of a match while laughing and was rushed for emergency surgery today. The condition is described as very serious as doctors work to save his life.
Advertises Capudine as a liquid remedy for sick headaches nervous headaches travelers headaches and stomach troubles including female troubles. Claims it gives immediate effects and is sold by druggists.
Clerks and other employees of the bodies left Galveston last night on a special train over the Houston and Texas Central railroad. Only legislators and those with direct connection were allowed to board. In Galveston the visitors will be guests of honor and receive full courtesy including a gulf trip on the Mallory liner Denver.
Legislative notes from Austin report adjournment until Monday for a Galveston trip. The Senate passed bills on public service continuity and mechanics liens while House measures include A and M High schools in each district and bulk sales. Debates on appropriations and taxes continue as several bills advance or fail.
An advertisement from Mrs. M. M. Summers of Notre Dame Indiana claims a new at home absorption treatment cures hemorrhoids. It asks sufferers to send their address for instructions and a free trial, with local references if requested, promising immediate relief and permanent care without money up front.
Judge Mike E. Smith of the Seventeenth District Court ruled in favor of the Fort Worth school board in anti vaccination injunctions. The decision holds the board may order vaccination whenever it deems necessary.
An advertisement claims Hunt's Cure eliminates any form of itch including eczema and ringworms. The box is advertised as guaranteed to cure various itch sensations, promising complete relief in one treatment.
Poleon, the Great Heart, captivates in a tale of universal conflict and love overcoming barriers. Boston Transcript praises The Barrier as stronger and more gripping than The Spoilers. Don’t miss first installment.
In a busy Senate day, the army bill of 102,636.05 dollars and the pension measure totaling 160,869,000 dollars passed along with forty five other bills, forty of which had cleared the House. The Senate adjourned at 5:09 p m.
In Washington the House advanced key government funding bills including the fortifications bill moving to the Senate, and the sundry civil and post office bills advancing to conference. Debate featured remarks on child welfare, order, labor rulings, free anti toxin, and injunction law, with a 5:21 p.m. recess until today.
In Rector Texas on February 15 the community reports rain Saturday night benefiting wheat and oats. Farmers are busy with spring work and plan to plant corn soon. Local residents including Maxey Robinson, Mrs. N. A. Grace, Lee Jenniger of Sanger, and Miss Georgia Parkinson of Gar are noted in visits and illness. The Beck family reunion set for August near Plano is teased as the largest in Collin County. M. M. Davis finished a new rental house on his farm.
Capudine for That Headache promises quick relief for nerves and headache. Cleanses the head braces the nerves and fits you for business with ready relief advertised for purchase at drug stores.
Notice to those with unused ice coupon books issued at the ad price to turn them in for cancellation so new books may be issued at a reduced price. New books will be issued now or later as required. Alliance Milling Company.
Train schedule details for Missouri Kansas and Texas and Texas and Pacific lines list times for southbound and northbound departures and arrivals. Notable entries include local and Dallas branch trains with morning and afternoon slots and a late evening service.
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