08 Jan 1913
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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1913
Page
1
A Scotch collie rescued Lewis and Samuel Calvarno ages 10 and 12 in Trinidad Col. by fending off three hungry coyotes. The dog killed two of the attackers while the boys suffered serious bites.
Several Denton county citizens were summoned for the Sherman term of the Federal Grand Jury. Two were selected to serve B Benton of Krum and A Wardlow of Aubrey.
New York January reports physician Dr W Chappelle says William Rockefeller must stay silent for life to avoid spasms of the larynx. She explains every wish of the aged millionaire must be written as he cannot speak.
Tonight and Thursday fair with warmer temperatures. Light winds and no precipitation expected. Conditions improve as highs reach comfortable levels across the region. Stay hydrated and plan outdoor activities accordingly.
The record lists officers and directors including A. J. Nance as President TR. Chastal as Vice President C. Coit as Cashier D. Curtis as Assistant Cashier J. H. Paine Ed F. Bates Dr. J. M. Inge A. C. Owsley on the organization chart.
Memphis Jan 8 Motion to continue and to quash the indictment and the social venire were overruled by District Judge Nabors in the Epting trial this morning and the case was finally called for trial.
Fire at Johnson and Simpson in Cleburne today caused a loss of 15000 dollars with $8000 covered by insurance. The blaze damaged the drug stock and disrupted business in the town.
John Jones a machinist from Cleburne shot Miss Augusta Matula twice in Houston this morning and then killed himself with a pistol. The tragedy occurred as authorities began investigating possible motives and relationships between the two.
Associated Press dispatch from Washington reports Democrat Leader Underwood will back a tariff of 55 and 60 percent on pottery to shield U S producers from strong competition by European pottery makers.
Comptroller Lawrence O. Murray told the money trust committee that criminal statutes are needed to prevent bank officers from taking personal compensation from loans to their banks.
Today s quotations show Liverpool futures at 6 79 6 80 for Feb to March and 6 76 6 76 for April to May. New York open and close around 13 01 to 13 72 48 with spot 13 10 13 12 near. Local lint prices top 12 1 2 cents with seed at 4 10 and boll at 2 10, many loads reported.
Pneumonia claimed the life of M. Briggs six and a half miles east of the city on Wednesday morning around 6. Burial is set for Thursday at 10 o clock in Cooper cemetery. He had resided in the area for several years and leaves a wife and eight children.
Associated Press dispatch from Corpus Christi reports 26 degrees this morning as icy conditions hit the coast. Cabbage crops in Nueces County are saved after fields flooded by irrigation ditches.
London reports the Servian government will withdraw from the Adriatic Sea, described as a notable step toward peace. In Astoria Oregon the oil steamer Rosecrans ran aground on Peacock Spit during a 68 mile gale and sank with thirty one crew lost from thirty five aboard.
Jackson officials report a state bacteriologist tracing diphtheria germs from animals to humans. The finding notes cats and hogs as carriers, highlighting potential transmission paths in January. The report emphasizes animal sources in the disease’s spread and urges caution.
W W Sheppard attended the Presbyterian commission meeting in Fort Worth where Dr J W Caldwell resigned as pastor of Taylor Street Presbyterian Church. The commission approved severance and Caldwell accepted a Denton call at 2000 salary and manse. He will relocate this month and preach his first sermon the first Sunday in February.
Ben Sutton twenty one of Frank Suttons living south of town lost two fingers and part of his thumb when machinery at Taylor Brothers gin closed on his hand. A physician attended to the wound.
President Taft asked Congress for a 250000 appropriation to continue the commission studying government efficiency. He argues adoption of its recommendations will save millions yearly in federal expenses, noting New York post office clerk costs exceed those of major departments in Washington.
The wills of Emory UC Smith and Emory B Peter, both Denton residents who died in December, are entered for probate. Smith's will leaves 75 acres to Miss Norma Smith with life use to Mrs. H J Smith and then to three daughters, with Mrs. H L Smith as executrix. Peter's will from 1905 leaves the full estate of about 34000 to Mollie Peter, with Mollie named sole executrix.
Governor Colquitt approves a deficiency appropriation of 7071 dollars requested by the Board of Regents of the College of Industrial Arts. The funds will complete equipment for the new Household Arts and Science building.
Sheriff Orr sold 75 acres ten miles south of Denton to the Fort Worth Stockyards National Bank for 20 dollars the best bid. The land was sold under judgment for 2809 dollars with about 7900 dollars in other claims against it.
County Tax Assessor J. M. Gary released the full list of Deputy Assessors whose work began this month. Justice Precinct No. 1 has C N Ellis working with Gary in the county’s largest precinct. Precinct No. 2 lists R J Julian of Pilot Point. Precinct No. 3 names Walter R Orr of Lewisville. Precinct No. 4 has L Coleman of Justin. Precinct No. 5 lists J M Smith of Bolivar. Precinct No. 6 names Bart Robertson of Little Elm. Precinct No. 7 lists W J Slaton of Aubrey. Precinct No 8 J M Giles of Sanger.
Insurance notices warn that standard fire policies exclude losses from gas explosions without an added premium. Ask about required coverage to secure this extra protection and what steps are needed.
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