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Newspaper

Record And Chronicle

Location

Denton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1909

Page

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Senate and House Await Submission Test in Austin

In Austin the Senate and House wait for the submission issue this afternoon after a quiet morning. Both chambers met at 10 and held a joint session at 11 to canvass the governor and lieutenant governor vote before recess. Prohibitionists and antis feel confident, with antis thought stronger than expected. submission lists show 16 in favor, 13 against, two uncertain.

Austin Senate House Adams Alexander Bradfield Bryan Cofer Greer Hayter Mayfield Perkins Stokes Sturgeon Terrell Bowie McLennan Thomas Veale Ward Harper Halsey Hurspeth Hume Masterson Mescham Paulus Peeler Real Senter Watson Weinert Willacy Murray Kellie

Bank Welcomes New Accounts of Any Size

This bank invites new customers with deposits of any amount from $1 upward, promising the same courtesy and service to small depositors as to larger ones. It emphasizes a mission to serve the public in financial matters, suitable for all ages and income levels.

Moon Bros Parry

Weather Report from New Orleans Jan Night

New Orleans weather outlook for tonight and Tuesday forecasts warmer conditions overall with colder trends in the western portion. Threats of unsettled conditions noted with temperature shifts across the area.

New Orleans

Reverend Wear Resigns from American Presbyterian Church

Rev. F. L. Wear announces resignation effective March 1 and will return to Alabama after the death of Mrs Wear. He cites family reasons and says Huntsville and Athens churches have invited his services while Denton holds deep affection for the congregation and city. The church board notes harmonious relations and says a successor will be found.

American Presbyterian Church F. L. Wear Wear Alabama Athens Denson Huntsville Denton

Kennedy Names House Committee Chairmen In Session

Speaker Kennedy announced chairmen for several key House committees in Austin. The move is seen as likely to block administration measures, with Rayburn named head of the Banks and Banking committee.

Believeg Meares Austin Tex Jan Kennedy House Banks and Banking Committee Rayburn

Texas Wins Suit Against Waters-Pierce Oil Company

Washington January 18. The U S Supreme Court ruled in favor of Texas in the waters Pierce Oil Company case. Campbell and Davidson express jubilation over the decision as governing officials celebrate the victory.

Campbell Davidson Washington U. S. Supreme Court Texas Waters-Pierce Oil Company

Texas Wins Waters-Pierce Case Against Corporation

Governor Campbell and the attorney general's department hail the Washington ruling upholding the state's victory in the Waters-Pierce case. Initiated in 1907, the suit ended with the corporation liable for all penalties sought. Federal receiver C. B. Dorchester, with state-appointed receiver Chas. Eckhardt, poised to take charge.

Campbell Davidson Austin Attorney General's Department Waters-Pierce Washington District Texas Supreme Courts C. B. Dorchester Sherman Chas. Eckhardt Taylor Eckharst

Eckhart Receives Waters-Pierce Victory News

Robert J. Eckhart, appointed state receiver of Waters-Pierce Oil Co, is visiting Yorktown after receiving word of the state's victory in the Waters-Pierce case. The message came by telephone this afternoon.

Eckhart Taylor Robert J. Eckhardt Waters- Pierce Oil Company Yorktown Waters-Pierce

Denton Youth and College Students Lose Favorite Mentor

A local figure expresses sorrow at leaving Denton’s young people and college students but states that one must follow what seems right. He mentions friendships with many boys and regrets over disrupted plans, framing departure as a personal duty.

Denton

Denton City Buys Land for Septic Tank Site

Denton acquires four and a half acres east of the city cemetery to build a sewerage system septic tank. The land from J. J. Wilson, price undisclosed, deemed reasonable by Mayor Bates. The tank covers about half an acre, with extra land bought to prevent future suits. Creek boundaries surround the area except for one access point.

City of Denton City Cemetery J. Wilson Bates

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