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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1909
Page
2
A public notice lists subscription rates by month and mail in advance with scattered unreadable OCR. The notice also includes a standard public correction policy stating errors will be corrected upon notification to the publishers.
A compact excerpt listing dated literary and historical notes from 1909, including references to taxation repeal debates, vaccination pioneer Sir Edward Jenner, surgeon James Marion Simms, and General Gordon, paired with Shakespearean quotes and plays for context.
A city sidewalk weather dispute stirs debate as officials face opposition from critics who say public duty requires truth telling and accountability. The comment hints at ongoing friction over municipal reporting and power dynamics.
Two weeks ago yesterday the thermometer hit six degrees above zero marking the coldest stretch of winter. Yesterday the temperature climbed to 85 degrees. A Wa O teacher suffered a broken rib from a pupil’s exuberant hug, reflecting the perils of popularity and strong emotion.
The Denton county poor farm is described as a self supporting eleemosynary institution. In the past year it yielded a net return to the county of 77.79 dollars while inmates suffered for necessities needed for their comfort.
A visiting committee from the legislature arrives to inspect North Texas State Normal and the College of Industrial Arts. They will review both institutions and note needs for improvements and additions funded by the Thirty-first Legislature.
Most state tax offices close Saturday night and late payments incur a 10 percent penalty. Collector Crowder will keep his office open until midnight Sunday to accommodate stragglers and prevent any from failing to pay.
Citizens of Denton push for a sewerage system with widespread support. The editorial warns against any effort to stop the project, calling such action a challenge to the city’s will and urging opposition to such obstruction.
Wireless telegraphy prevented a repeat of the La Bourgogne sinking last week as The Republic reported a collision near a rescue radius of over a hundred miles. The Republic and its crew were saved, with a death list averted, amid public talk of a monument proposal by A G Lee for Joan de Belf?lier and other philanthropy debates attracting attention.
The Brownwood Bulletin scorns a Denti man’s Rockefeller monument as helping the rich die rich and questions its value. The McKinney Courier-Gazette notes a Denton man’s stone for Rockefeller expects Rockefeller to attend its unveiling. It argues for honoring Texas heroes at San Jacinto instead of costly memorials to outsiders.
Report notes no Denton county commissioners listed among speakers for the session on Practical Road Making and Good Roads. The program features other county leaders and related topics.
Denton County enjoys strong fall crops and favorable weather. Wheat has declined while corn oats and cotton expanded to diversify farming. More residents work from home, a creamery boosts butter fat markets, and idle farms are rare. The county remains productive and prosperous with ample dairy and livestock potential.
In Marlin Texas on January 26 the falsework of a new Brazos River bridge span failed last evening, tossing several workers into the river forty feet below. Three men were injured but there were no fatalities.
Washington writer Lipscomb recalls a brother cured of consumption with Dr King’s New Discovery after doctors failed. The advertisement claims quick relief for coughs colds bronchitis la grippe asthma and bronchial ailments and offers 650c and 1.00 with a trial bottle free and guaranteed by J F Raley & Co.
President Roosevelt says the West suits him and he intends to spend much time there after a year in Africa. He notes the East feels similar but prefers western life and the country’s opportunities.
The notice touts Hick’s Capu chine as the best cure for colds and grip, claiming it relieves aching feverishness and restores normal conditions. It is sold in liquid form with immediate effects at drug stores for 10, 25, and 50 cents.
A newspaper advert promotes a vegetable prescription claimed to ease kidney trouble and rheumatism. The mix uses Fluid Extract Dandelion, Compound Kargon, and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla with dosing after meals and at night. First class drugstores sell the ingredients.
Auction notice lists competing kargon items offered by O M Curtis with bidding details and sale terms. Items described include specified quantities and conditions for prospective buyers. The listing notes location and date for the sale and hours of viewing.
Houston date January 26. L Matthews hardware merchant swore out a warrant charging John Gilland clerk with robbing the cash drawer and setting the building on fire early today. Gilland is missing. The damage to the store is slight, but four hundred dollars in money was taken.
An advertisement asserts that dyspepsia prevents proper digestion and blood nourishment. It promotes Mi-o-na tablets as a cure for indigestion, gas, sour taste, seasickness, and morning sickness with a money back guarantee by O. M. Curtis at 50 cents per box.
The narrator and Miss Pat attend the Port Annandale canoes procession at night. Helen is absent, Henry has left, and Miss Pat shares quiet reflections while enjoying the lake music and lantern-lit boats as Ijima manages the launch.
Secretary of State Root submitted his resignation to President Roosevelt yesterday to take effect after Robert Bacon, his successor, is sworn in. Bacon, then Assistant Secretary, will be replaced by John Callan O’Laughlin, a prominent Washington correspondent.
Notice from treasurer B H Deavenport asks taxpayers to pay street tax for 1909 at Denton County National Bank by February 1 for $3. after that date the tax rises to $5.
In Havana on January 26 the new battleship Maine arrived to attend the inauguration of President Gomez, marking the eleventh anniversary of the earlier Maine's arrival. The visit draws wide attention as the ships namesake makes its first appearance here.
In a long standing claim for skin ailment care the speaker asserts Hunt's Cure remains the best remedy for eczema ringworm and other skin troubles. The text emphasizes instant relief from itching and enduring use over many years.
An advertisement touts Mother Gray’s Australian Leaf as a safe herb remedy for back pain, urinary, bladder and kidney trouble, claiming it relieves female weaknesses, inflammation and ulcerations. Sold by druggists or mailed for 50c. sample free. The Mother Gray Co. Le Roy, New York.
Congressmen question the action as overstepping presidential authority. The ruling is viewed as emasculating the Pure Food Law and prompting debate over the board's power to supervise food preservatives.
Denton Texas resident O M Curtis promotes the D D D Prescription as an instant itch relief for stubborn skin disease. A 10 cent trial bottle is advertised with a request to mail 29 cents for the trial and to write to the D D D Co. in Chicago for details.
Bonham Texas Sunday schools reported an aggregate attendance of 1759 on Sunday. Collections totaled 55 dollars 32 cents. Bonham population is estimated at 6000.
The notice promotes Abaco cigars as the best sold in Denton at five cents each. It claims the smoke beats many cigars priced a dime and invites customers to try one today. C. M. Curtis, Cigars and Tobacco.
Nashville Tenn January 26 One more juror was secured yesterday for the trial of the Coopers and Sharp for the murder of Carmack. This makes a total of seven.
An ad promises Hunt's Cure relieves instantly and cures promptly for skin disease. It claims daily production and absolute guarantee, presenting a bold remedy claim amid harsh health warnings.
Fire early today damaged the Consumers' ice plant in El Paso Texas causing about $3000 in losses and endangering nearby Swift and Armour Houses and the county jail. Also noting a Denton Oil Mill advertisement for 100 pound sacks of Denco stock feed.
The trial of John W. Wright former financial agent of Texas penitentiaries began in Rusk Texas on January 26. He faces charges of violating the nepotism law amid allegations tied to his duties.
Notary services promised by the Denton Trust Company offering document authentication and witness support for residents and businesses seeking official notarization.
Guthrie Oklahoma January 26 Arguments in the Haskell McReynolds suit will be completed late this afternoon Henry Asp represents the governor and Judge James is McReynolds attorney Both sides say the case will be carried to higher courts if the lower court's decision is unsatisfactory
An old advertisement urges readers to “Put it away for good” with Sit mons Cough Syrup. It claims to heal throat inflammation and aid rest and peaceful sleep for those with lingering coughs.
Two cases of leprosy were discovered in San Antonio and will be segregated.
Capudine claimed to relieve headaches from colds heat stomach or nervous troubles. The liquid formula was touted as pleasant to take and to act immediately. Available in drug stores in 10c 25c and 50c sizes.
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