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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1912
Page
4
J G Hester received a telegram Thursday afternoon announcing the death of his father at Burnet the same morning. He left on the afternoon train to attend the funeral in Burnet at 4 PM Friday.
To carry out that New Years' resolution to earn a little more save a little more and spend a little less See Long and King. They can help you.
A copy of the Oklahoma Banker reports the 1912 Bixby Oklahoma bank robbery where C Lipscomb of Denton aided the escape attempt and Jim Crowell and others thwarted the bandit O C Brock, who was captured in Tulsa after a gunfight. The story highlights Lip scomb as cashier and praises local cashiers who would tip their hats.
An advertisement highlights atomizers and antiseptic solutions recommended by health officers to prevent meningitis, urging readers to buy meat tickets and use grocery services. Tax Collector Hawkins reports a busy day issuing about 200 poll tax receipts with continued high demand in the days ahead.
The notice promotes men’s tickets and savings at IDFAL RESTAURANT. It urges readers to hone orders and compare quality and price, inviting favorable comparison with Long and King Grocers.
G H Blewett of the Denton Mill reports spring warmth improves crop prospects as wheat and oats green up. Oats feared killed by cold are recovering, with late indications that most survived. Will Ewan of Dexter announces his candidacy for Constable Precinct No 1, supported by local friends who trust his fitness for the office.
A local dealer reports a fresh shipment of Nunnallys candy direct from the Atlanta factory by express. He praises the product as superior to eastern candies shipped long distances and notes ten years of selling success with satisfied customers.
The First National Bank plans six new office rooms upstairs in the building next to Curtis' drug store. The upstairs space, once two rooms used by Dr Hooper and H W Chandler with an unused back room, is being reconstructed into six rooms. All painting and papering will be new with total costs of 300 to 400 dollars.
New supply of 50 cent atomizers at Minnis' drug store. Even during a snort crop year the volume of our business continues to grow. Come in and let us tell you how we are prepared to fill your order.
Funeral services for Carl Os Hoffmeyer were held Thursday afternoon at the Jackson cemetery near Krum with a large crowd present. Rev. Wm Mackowski presided with out of town attendees including Wm Hoffmeyer Quanah and Mr and Mrs H W Boyd Ennis among others.
A local notice highlights an iLEAL Restaurant menu ticket program aimed at reducing meal costs. The scheme offers discounted items and bundles to attract more customers while maintaining dining options.
A J Underwood returned from Dallas with $125 from selling 75 Barred Rocks. The birds were prize-winning and sold as a solid lot. Asthma cure advertised with free information from Frontier Asthma Company Buffalo.
Bright hay offered by Niece with pricing options 35 cents per bale or at a stated rate per ton. Denton Traction Co and Long & King grocers promote hay delivery or service to local neighbors.
A nocturnal horseback ride by a young girl warns residents of a dangerous forest fire in the Catskills and highlights survival tales. An advertisement promotes Dr King's New Discovery for lung trouble with testimonials, touting cures for coughs and pneumonia and offering bottles at 40 cents and one dollar, guaranteed by J F Raley & Co.
Soure William McCormick declares in today’s prore column his bid for re election as Justice of the Peace in Precinct No 1. He claims to have served with general satisfaction and asks voters to support another term. Poultry sellers are invited to list stock for sale across city limits with G. W. Elbert coordinating.
Jasper and Jasper announce dissolution effective January 1. W. T Bailey & Co. succeeds as W. T Reiley & Co. All accounts made or contracted since January 1 will be written with the new firm. Offices remain Craddock building, south side.
The square paving began May 15, 1911 and finished January 26, 1912 amid delays from West Side property owners refusing pro rata payments. Three fourths of the work on the south, east and north sides was completed within three months. The project required a special street improvement ordinance and a 30 day publication. Additional paving may extend 609 feet onto surrounding streets including South Elim, West Hickory, Cast Oak and North Elm. TURNER GROS grocery ad appears.
The advertisement notes Minnis Drug Store makes prescription work a specialty and promises prompt home delivery of groceries with phone contact.
The Denton Commandery Knights Templar will install new officers at the Masonic Temple at 8 o'clock with Hon. Sam P. Cochran in charge. A reception with Mr Cochran as guest of honor will follow, with local Knights families in attendance. Also appears an unrelated 1886 testimonial for Hall's Catarrh Cure and an ad offering poultry services and cash.
County Commissioner J M Gary announces his candidacy for Denton County Tax Assessor. A longtime Bolivar resident and former county commissioner supporters cite his record as evidence of fitness for the assessor’s office.
Old phone 474 and new 266 G for Barbers store poultry buyers and sellers. Frightful polar winds at the far north disrupt shipping. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve remedies chapped hands and lips, cold sores, burns, cuts, ulcers, and sores. 25 cents at J. F. Raley & Co.
A quirky note from Smith the Banana Man announces bananas available at personal price, urging buyers to weigh conscience as prices shift. The message hints at a Thursday morning start and signals a local retail bet on supply and demand.
Advert says Dr King’s New Life Pills cure stomach trouble indigestion and other disorders. It touts easy safe and sure relief and notes the product costs 25 cents at J F Raley & Co in New Orleans.
A list of land conveyances across Denton and nearby towns including Marcella Jones, Jones, Robt Beaumont, Puchalski and other surveys. Transactions cover buyers and sellers such as J R Button, Caruthers, S B Tabor, W T Cayton, Lipscomb, Simmons, Sanderson, Lee, Kinard and others with prices from 200 to 9 413 dollars and parcels ranging from fractions to full 718 acres.
Your next gown may be stylish yet affordable by checking the Record and Chronicle want columns. Dress makers look for work and dry goods stores advertise bargain dress goods. keep your eyes open for thrifty finds.
A local advert invites riders to enjoy a smooth journey behind a well matched horse or team and encourages readers to consider their services for a pleasant, stylish experience.
Curtis' Ice Cream uses good Jersey cream and finest fruit flavors. Curtis' Drug Store is known statewide for this product. Tryadish today priced at 10 cents.
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