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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1909
Page
2
Subscription rates are listed per month and year with mail in advance options. The notice states the paper is weekly, entered as second class mail matter at the Denton post office and discontinued at expiration.
The editors invite corrections to any erroneous reflections about firms individuals or corporations appearing in the columns and promise prompt rectification upon notification.
The item catalogs dated lines from Shakespeare and references to Edgar Allan Poe born 1809 and General Robert E. Lee who died 1870. It quotes lines from Titus Andronicus and Macbeth and comments on county court, Kennedy and political issues, with notes on cotton prices and New York spot markets as winter advances.
Veteran Denton county candidate C. E. Farmer is in Fort Worth and contributes heavily to Letters from the People in local papers. He is known to set readers and editors right when errors appear.
The poll shows anti prohibitionists hold the whip hand and decide submission. A Texas majority wants the issue settled within twenty years, but a legislative minority may block carrying out the people's wishes.
The Record and Chronicle notes that advertising steadily increases advertiser results in Denton. It states that persistent ads win new business from non advertisers and that growing ad space benefits advertisers more than non advertisers.
The Governor’s Message praises improving and expanding current educational institutions before creating new ones. It argues that strengthening the existing system is prudent and fair, arguing for building on experience before extending with new establishments.
The Waters-Pierce iO company suffers ousters in Missouri and Texas, a heavy fine, and a receiver amid a legal crackdown. Now Standard Oil is said to be pursuing the Waters-Pierce case, intensifying pressure on the long‑standing rival.
The Standard hints at using sympathy to salvage its position as authorities in two states scrutinize the Pierce Company. Observers suggest the firm may drop this venture and pursue an alternate company not repeatedly investigated or reorganized.
A Texas newspaperman visiting Denton praises the Record and Chronicle as the best small-city daily in the state. He says the paper stands out in a limited field and commends its quality and sincerity.
The Record and Chronicle explains it does not suppress news on request. It treats all refusals equally to avoid setting a precedent for future omissions and to fulfill its duty to readers.
A Santa Fe official told a prominent Denton citizen that under existing statutes there is little prospect of Santa Fe extensions in Texas, including the Denton-Krump line. Railroads may bluff or not, but extensions are slow to discuss. The Herald doubts any building until after the next Texas legislature adjourns.
Lon Hedrick aged 23 was killed when a mule attacked him six miles north of Temple this morning. He was found two hours later with fatal head injuries. no witness to the accident.
The Indus trial and Orphan's Home in Macon Georgia reports nine years of use for Electric Bitters. The president praises it as an excellent medicine for stomach liver and kidney troubles and a top family remedy. It strengthens weak children and run-down people and aids digestion and appetite. Available for 50 cents at J F Raley & Co.
Denton Oil offers Denco stock feed in 100 pound sacks. Novel claim of savings and compatibility with other feedstuffs. Product marketed to grocers and feed dealers.
A Denton Texas testimonial promotes curing eczema by applying oil of wintergreen in the D. D. D. Prescription rather than internal medicine. It claims eczema is a skin disease, not systemic, and stresses healing through the skin with proven results.
The article lists upcoming submissions and committee roles including Mr Hill of Denton as constitutional amendments chair and member of criminal jurisprudence. Tarver plans a bill to ban liquor sales within ten miles of higher educational institutions, affecting Austin Galveston Bryan Huntsville and restricting new saloons in Denton and San Marcos. Senate submission on Wednesday follows.
Jan 19 report lists bills from Hayter increasing mining inspector pay to 2000. Terrell of Boyle on Alamo jurisdiction. Perkins on liquor sale felony in prohibition areas. Meachum on banning anonymous defamatory letters. Terrell of Bowie on wage assignment. Mclennan on convict labor on roads. Perkins on licenseless frost sales. state to take over Grubbs Self Help College. placing certain mentally impaired in court as minors. Weinert on feeble minded school funding. Rayburn on alimony discretion for fines. Roach on ex officio county clerk fees. Terrel of Bexar punishment for anonymous letters. Bowles on railroad excursion police. Vaughan on fire insurance settlement procedures. Baker on bank regulation and deposit guarantee. Cathey on county superintendents and election in smaller counties.
Austin Jan 19 The first test vote on submission showed 81 for and 44 against with 7 absent. The list names 44 ayes including Cox Gaines and Brookshire and 45 noes across multiple districts. Absent include Briscoe Goodman Jenkins McKinney Pierce Stratton Wortham.
A Western judge granted a divorce on account of ill temper and bad breath. Dr. King's New Life Pills would have prevented it. They cure constipation causing bad breath and liver trouble, the ill temper, dispel colds, banish headaches, conquer chills, 25 cents at J. F. Raley & Co.'s.
Denton Trust Company advertises a farm loan on land at 7 percent interest claiming a lower rate than other lenders. The notice emphasizes businesslike terms and urges farmers to seek financing through the firm.
An Oklahoma Daily Oklahoman editor criticizes the Roast Em crowd for demanding sensational roasts while avoiding accountability. The piece argues newspapers are businesses, not public roasting houses, and calls for readers to attach signatures to roasts to take responsibility.
The annual stockholders meeting for the Denton Railroad company elected R. Wilson as president and general manager, W. W. Wilson as vice president, and Co. M. Simmons as secretary and treasurer at the company office.
In a burst of eloquence, Henry W. Grady extols the cotton plant calling it a royal, earth spanning tribute. He links its growth to sun and rain, notes its fiber carries a global banner, and declares cotton a heritage granted by God to the people and their children forever.
Local Denton readers rely on the Record and Chronicle for yearly want ads. Homeowners report quick returns and widespread reach across the community, making classified notices a standard feature in the publication.
A roundup notes the U S senate votes to raise the presidents salary to 109000 while cutting travel funds. Elihu Root is the Republican caucus choice to succeed Platt. Lewis Chanler is the Democratic nominee. Dallas asks 460000 in bonds to fund school growth. Hearst agent McReynolds arrested in Oklahoma in libel case. Lakes to Gulf project eyed with a deeper canals plan. Gov Campbell names Carswell and Williams as special appellate judges. Hamlin district citizens oppose a 2 cent fare bill.
In Washington on January 19 the House heard a bitter attack on President Roosevelt by Mr. Willett of New York during general debate on the pension appropriation bill. The speech was cut off after portions drew repeated chair warnings. Following the uproar, members spoke on pensions, House rules, and Porto Rico’s political status before the House adjourned at 5 30 p m.
In Washington the Senate approved a 37 to 27 measure raising the Speaker of the House salary from 12000 to 15000. Senator Bailey opposed the increase as others pressed for it. Senator Rayner sought a inquiry into a libel suit report, claiming no statute authorizes such action. Further discussion was postponed as the Senate adjourned at 5 20 P M.
In a family medicine chest no remedy remains unless proven best for its purpose. Hunt's Cure has held its place for eczema eczema and ringworm and other skin troubles. It cures itching instantly says R. Swann Franklin La.
John W. Gates the Port Arthur multimillionaire arrived in El Paso in his private car en route to California. A Port Arthur cable warned that dogs there had rabies and the pet dog Gates carries in his ear had been bitten risking his safety during travel.
A loan prospect involves securing funds on land at a 7 percent rate through Denton Trust Company, outlining terms and eligibility for property owners seeking borrowing against real estate.
B F Yoakum head of Rock Island Frisco lines is in Austin to confer with rail road managers about a plan to fight the two cent fare bill. He calls his visit not significant beyond meeting friends and states the fare reduction will not benefit the state.
A petition circulates in Ward County to move the county seat from Barstow to Goowated following a clash between farmers and stockmen. Stockmen aim to shift the seat after farmers defeated them in a vote on cattle running at large.
An item notes the publication Record and Chronicle and Mc Clure's Magazine with a price of 2 dollars.
After a perilous escape, Miss Pat declares she will not flee. She vows to confront Henry Holbrook and protect her family name, urging Aunt Pat and Mr. Donovan to stand firm and harbor the will to fight, not run. Helen remains compliant as the storm subsides and plans to stay put.
Jima returns soaked from the lake and rain after a near encounter with an Italan aboard the Stiletto. He will stand night watch at St Agatha's, sharing grounds patrol with the gardener, while Ima remains curiously silent. The narrator hints at possible further trouble to come.
An advertisement claims indigestion stems from incomplete digestion and fermentation. It touts MI-DNA and Miona tablets as guaranteed cures or money back, priced at fifty cents for a large box, promising rapid relief of indigestion and gastritis.
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