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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1909
Page
3
A Odessa dispatch says over a hundred people died in recent blizzards across southwestern Russia in the last three days. 100 Dallas Citizens to Austin.
The American battleship fleet returns to Fort Monroe Virginia after a year long voyage covering more than 42 000 miles. Sixteen battleships including the Connecticut Kansas Minnesota Vermont Georgia Nebraska New Jersey Rhode Island Louisiana Missouri Ohio Virginia Wisconsin Illinois Kearsage Kentucky arrive off the Virginia capes for a grand review with no mishaps.
Civil War veteran J A Stone of Kemp Texas recalls a plot to hasten his death through a stubborn lung trouble. He describes contracting a cold that persisted for years and a drastic weight loss to 13 pounds. After using Dr King's New Discovery his health fully returned and weight reached 179 pounds. The remedy is praised for severe colds coughs hemorrhages asthma and pneumonia prevention with trial bottles available free and guarantee by J F Raley & Co.
Philadelphia February 22 President elect Taft and Mrs Taft visiting Dr S Weir Mitchell say the cabinet is nearly complete with one Treasury choice still undecided. Likely candidates include Franklin McVeagh or Myron T Herrick. Knox Wick ersham Dickinson Nagel Von Meyer Ballinger Hitchcock Wilson fill top posts.
Irritable skin leads to trouble. The ad promotes Hunt’s Cure claiming guaranteed relief for any skin trouble. It asserts itching is relieved instantly and one box cures all forms of skin trouble.
B E Hustands sells the Majestic theater to H C Starks with G Renfro as manager who will stay on. Renfro plans a large air dome to boost comfort and capacity and promises better shows for patrons. Husbands may leave Denton.
Rest and sleep are hard during winter colds with coughing. Simmons Cough Syrup is advertised as the quickest and best remedy, soothing lungs and bronchial passages and stopping the cough for restful sleep.
Miss Sallie Davis 18 suffered a broken leg in a Sunday runaway incident near the College of Industrial Arts. The same horse injured Ray Lakey Monday, authorities report.
An advertisement touts Hunt's Cure as a guaranteed remedy that cures any form of itch including eczema and ringworm with one box. The copy emphasizes universal itch relief and labels the product as the definitive local cure.
Fragmentary OCR notes record times for Dallas branch services and other rail postings. The readable items list classes or trip numbers with times such as 9 37 a m and 12 55 p m, 4 25 p m and 9 55 p m.
In South Omaha a mob of about a thousand harmed two boys, injured eight more, and damaged thirty Greek homes and businesses in retaliation for Policeman Edward Lowrey's death. police forced the crowd to disperse after a riot call.
Denton readers urged to treat kidney troubles early using Doan's Kidney Pills. Testimonial from W C Orr of 76 South Elm St details backache and urinary issues lifting after use. Sold by J F Raley & Co. drugstore. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY sole US agents. price 50 cents.
In Fort Worth the Frank McCue murder case facing Earl Mabry's eighteen month old Dallas killing saw the state declare readiness while the defense requested delay until the 25th. A night session is expected and only twenty four of the hundred veniremen reported, necessitating another venire. The defense team mirrors the prior trial and McCue remains pallid but composed.
In Sour Lake Texas on February 22 Yegemen used nitro glycerine to blast open a Southern Pacific safe kept in a box car before the depot opening. The heist yielded money and papers. No arrests have been made. The oil boom town reports its first safe robbery.
A French scientist cites a blood based longevity secret while testimonials claim Electric Bitters prolong life and boost vigor. The tonic purifies enriches and revitalizes blood rebuilds nerves and energizes the body, with a cited case from W M Sherman of Cushing Maine. Available for 50 cents at J F Raley Co.
Sam Ford and his sister-in-law Mrs Ed Ford were shot and killed while riding in a buggy near Marshall Texas on Sunday afternoon. Jesse Denson was arrested in connection with the double murder.
Ice coupon books issued at the ad price must be turned in at once for cancellation to allow new books at a reduced rate. New books will be issued now or later as required by Alliance Milling Company.
An advertising blurb from Garrison and Kimmins promotes Foley's Orino Laxative as a remedy for constipation and liver trouble. It claims Orino cleanses the bowels, improves regularity, and avoids griping or nausea compared to pills or tablets.
Dallas authorities detain I. Doyle on murder charges after relatives accuse him of fatally shooting Civil War veteran Montgomery during a Saturday night dispute. Doyle claims he found the man in his yard and acted in self defense.
Denton Oil offers stock feed in 100 pound sacks usable with other feedstuffs or alone. Advertises cost savings on feed bills and availability at grocers and feed dealers.
A Detroit woman Mrs. M. E. Fisher reports doctors urged an operation for severe rectal trouble. She used Dr. King's New Life Pills and claims full cure. The pills help prevent appendicitis cure constipation and headaches and cost 25 cents at J. F. Raley & Co.
In Ottumwa Iowa a mob grew from 100 to about 1000 people around the jail demanding vengeance on an unidentified black man who assaulted a white woman Sunday morning. Police and soldiers were ordered to respond before the mob was dispersed.
Stewart Douglass Robinson, nephew of the President, died after falling from the sixth story of the Hampton hotel in Cambridge on Sunday afternoon. He was 26 and reportedly visiting the city. The tragedy is under investigation by local authorities.
Liverpool cotton market operates as the sole active market outside foreign centers on Washingtons Birthday. Prices are steady to lower with May through June at 5.05 cents and July through August around 5.07. New York and New Orleans are holiday markets with scattered receipts. Local misc goods down, grocers paying 12.5 cents cash and 16 cents trade. wholesale prices fall to 12.5 cents per dozen. Fort Worth livestock report lists cattle 4000, hogs 3000. steers steady to fair, cows steady, calves up to 5.50, hogs up to 6.30.
The school board will meet Wednesday night at the president's office to open bids for the Central school building. President Witherspoon said several bids have arrived, while local contractors warn current plans may exceed the board's budget unless changes are made.
Hicks Capu chine touted as the top remedy for colds and grip, relieving aching feverishness and curing the cold. The liquid works quickly and is sold in 10 25 and 50 cent sizes at drug stores.
Ladies invited to visit as fresh merchandise arrives daily. Our store offers easy viewing and courteous service with no trouble to show goods at LONG DRY GOODS COO.
For Headache Capudine relief from colds heat stomach or nervous troubles. It's liquid pleasant to take acts immediately. Try it. 15c 25c and 50c at drug stores. W A Taliaferro north side square.
A laundry expert showcases effective laundering methods for linen. The sample highlights thorough cleaning techniques and practical tips for achieving spotless fabrics.
New owners of the Denton Dairy thank customers for their patronage. With a large Jersey herd they offer milk butter thick cream and buttermilk and provide the phone number 207 for contact.
Clover Hill Dairy Co report Jess Farmer, believed murdered near Decatur months ago, arrived back in Fort Worth from Oklahoma. Four men Boss Sutton Bob Sutton Charles Sutton and Geo Elliott had been arrested on murder charges after bullets and blood were found at a cabin near Decatur. Fields and cabin foundations were dug up to search for a body, but the arrested men claimed Farmer was alive and located him in the Hay Stack mountains in Oklahoma.
Alliance Milling Company announces notice to those holding unused ice coupon books issued at the old price. They will be sued at the reduced price. New books will be issued now or later as required.
A fragment notes baled shucks sold for four dollars per ton or a cent per bale, claimed to be equal in food value to prairie hay.
A German chemical hexamethylenetetramine is cited as a key ingredient and uric acid solvent in Foley's Kidney Remedy. Medical texts recognize it as an antiseptic for the urine and urge taking Foley's early at any irregularity to avoid serious malady.
Houston authorities search for W. D. Foster superintendent on the Scanlan building project after he complained of a headache and left to see a doctor and has not been seen since. Foster comes from a wealthy Pittsburg family.
Alliance Milling Co advertises baled shucas priced at four dollars per ton claiming equal food value to prairie hay. Readable text notes the company at 156tfe.
Short gray Panama jacket with gray silk lining reported lost on square Locust or Elm streets. Finder urged to return to office. Also an advertisement for Cu-Cura hair tonic by J. C. Guy promising guaranteed results.
Isham Randolph, who accompanied Mr. Taft on the Panama trip, states the canal will be ready for ships to sail through by January 1, 1914 in Chicago report dated February 22.
In San Antonio on a quiet Sunday, Robert Walton Goelet was arrested for speeding. The charge was dismissed in police court with a warning. Mrs E H Harriman and daughter Carol will join the camp next week with Robert Goelet and family.
Harvard President Eliot will speak to Dallas high school students this afternoon celebrating Washington's birth anniversary.
Report from Ponder dated February 22 notes Miss Minta Maxey in Denton Saturday and several visits by local residents. Alma Lain stays at home in Sanger, R J January visits Collin county, Rev Rhodes preaches in Cleburne, Ray Wakefield home from Waco, Robt Hopkins Jr of Denton visits, Opal Williams improves from pneumonia, and others visit family in Denton Plano Krum Denton area.
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