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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1909
Page
2
The notice lists subscription options for the Weekly Record and Chronicle including monthly and annual mail rates, a weekly rate, and advance payment terms. It notes second class mail status for Denton, Texas, under congressional acts and that all subscriptions end at expiration.
Notice to readers states errors in character reputation or standing in the Record and Chronicle will be corrected when brought to the attention of the publishers. The notice emphasizes accuracy and responsiveness to readers who flag mistaken reflections about firms individuals or corporations.
A Denton Roundup details Austin pastors holding a week of prayer before the legislature, a graft of caucus loyalties inside the Bailey camp, and bids sought for county money. It notes the Sargasso Sea report, the Sanger Courier editor’s bereavement, and Oklahoma official Caldwell seizing beer amid a dry state tension with Governor Haskell, who quips about resignations.
The state, famed for political corruption, is praised for road work. In 1907 it completed 25 miles of first class pike road and had 221 miles under contract. In 1908 those 221 miles were finished plus nearly 200 more, giving over 700 miles of premier roads and a recommended annual appropriation of four to five million dollars to continue the program.
The editor notes two or three Denton county residents attracted by Texas advertising have moved to the area. They traded Denton county property for local property and question why longtime locals would swap back, citing the advertiser’s claim there is a reason.
The article cites O. Beall of Denton, formerly of Charlotte, asserting convict labor built the pike roads and that nearby farmers were paid per perch to haul stone while convict gangs completed the work. A Record and Chronicle note W. B. Simpson and neighbors in the western county ready to haul any amount.
Denton County reportedly has 40 000 to 50 000 dollars annually set aside for improving public roads, but a dispute arises over whether farmers can move rock from their farms onto public roads to aid road work.
Denton County shows strong farming with fall crops in good condition and favorable weather. Wheat acreage has declined, replaced by corn oats and cotton while dairy demands rise with a local creamery providing a market. Fewer idle farms and tenants returning richer in experience underscore the county’s agricultural progress.
Chairman Yoakum warned Texas needs 10,000 miles of new track, yet 165 miles were laid in 1908 leaving vast counties without rail service. The San Antonio Express cites urgent rural isolation while the Thirty-first legislature and public sentiment shape future railway growth.
Washington reports a serious disagreement between President Roosevelt and President-Elect Taft over Tafts refusal to grant Willie Loeb Jr a preferred fat office cabinet post as secretary to the President.
A Macon Georgia industrial and Orphans Home president reports nine years of use with Electric Bitters in the institution. The medicine is praised as a tonic for stomach, liver and kidney troubles and as a general health booster for weak and run-down people including women. Available at 50 cents.
Nine thousand or more residents signed petitions protesting Tennessee’s statewide prohibition measure. Four anti prohibition coaches departed to present the petition to the legislature, while mass meetings with resolutions of protest were held in Memphis.
If you take Foley's Orino Laxative until bowels are regular you will not need purgatives constantly. Foley's Orino Laxative claims to positively cure chronic constipation and sluggish liver. Pleasant to take. Garrison & Kimmins.
In a family medicine chest no remedy stays unless it proves the best for its purpose. For skin troubles such as eczema and ringworm Hunt's Cure has held its place for years. It cures itching instantly says Riven Dwann of Franklin Louisiana.
Twenty five men died at the Leiter colliery Zeigler mine in Du Quoin Illinois after a gas explosion sparked by a trolley wire arc. The blast reports say a pocket of gas was ignited by the spark.
Mrs. Z E Goforth of 2119 Holly Street Kansas City reports using a sample bottle and two 20 ounce bottles of Hunt's Lightning Oil to cure catarrh and stop headaches. She declares it the best medicine she has seen and cannot live without it.
Fire at Alba Wood County Texas Saturday night caused a 15000 dollar loss wiping out an entire business block.
For Headache Hick's Capudine relieves from cels heat stomach or nervous troubles. It is liquid pleasant to take and acts immediately. Try it. 10¢ 26¢ and 50¢ at drug stores.
Sanger Camp No. 437 of the Woodmen of the World held a free entertainment on Friday night at the Sul livan building. The program featured the installation of new officers, plus comic songs recitations and dancing.
Last Sunday afternoon about 1 o'clock Rev. E. H. Depew performed a double ceremony uniting S. E. Ennis with Edna Montgomery and Dillon Beavers with Fay McCollum. Both couples reside in the Hemming community.
At Mrs. E. Howard's home on December 23 E L Berry and Miss Irene Bibbe were married by Elder Wheeler. Few guests attended the nuptials. Berry, longtime cashier at the First National Bank, and the bride who had resided with her aunt, Mrs. E. Howard, in Sanger, now begin housekeeping in a new home.
A Washington man writes of a brother who suffered hopeless consumption ten years ago and found relief only after using Dr King s New Discovery. Six bottles cured him and he is well today. It is advertised as a quick relief for bronchial complaints and asthma with a trial bottle offered. Guaranteed by J F Raley & Co.
During Sunday services at the old church near Gion, Berne, Switzerland, the structure collapsed without warning. Forty people were killed and sixty were badly injured as worshippers attended prayers. The disaster occurred as the congregation gathered for divine services.
Firefighters known as Brave Fire Laddies endure severe burns while fighting fires. The arnica salve from J. F. Raley & Co. is promoted as instant relief for burns, wounds, boils, ulcers, and skin eruptions.
Washington January 11 The Tillman matter remains the most interesting Washington gossip with many congressmen delaying judgment until Tillman can present his side of the question.
Advertisement claims Hunt's Cure relieves itching and cures skin disease instantly and promptly with an absolute guarantee. The copy markets the product as safer than other ailments and promises rapid relief.
Six men sentenced to death and two to twenty years imprisonment were shipped from Union City jail to Jackson for safekeeping.
A Western judge granted a divorce citing ill temper and bad breath. The ad claims Dr. King's New Life Pills would have prevented it, curing constipation, bad breath, liver trouble, headaches, and chills. 25¢ at J. F. Raley & Co.
Denco offers the best stock feed on the market with potential savings on feed costs. Sold in 100 pound sacks by grocers and feed dealers. product can be mixed with other feedstuffs or fed alone.
Special low prices offered on men and boys clothing and hats at Long Dry Goods Company.
An advertisement touts Sha mons Cough Syrup as a remedy to quell persistent coughs. It claims to soothe throat and lung inflammation and provide rest and peaceful sleep.
A detained suitor named Gillespie, owner of a vast button factory, confronts Donovan aboard a lake and in a country house as he seeks access to Miss Patricia's niece. The exchange reveals Gillespie's odd pride, past escapades, and a potential plan to leave with Miss Pat's relatives.
A historical ad notes Foley's Honey and Tar in a yellow package as a quick remedy for la grippe coughs that may develop into pneumonia. It claims to heal sore lungs and avert danger, urging use of the product from Garrison & Kimmins.
A brief note from the Recording Chronicle reports the classified columns expanding as they feature poetry. The editors mention the challenge of satisfying a ten word minimum across multiple entries and seek to prove consistency.
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