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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1909
Page
2
Public notice text promises correction upon notice and states subscription rates for mail delivery. It references the Record and Chronicle publication schedule and cautions against repeating unsourced reflections on individuals or corporations.
The fragment cites historical items from Shakespearean era notes including Charles I beheaded in 1649 and the play Richard III. It lists Walter Savage Landor's birth in 1775 and a 1778 United States treaty with France, plus a line about peace and national aspiration in I Henry IV.
A Texas Trade Review commentary denounces double taxation on home buyers who finance purchases. It argues taxation applies to both property and purchase notes, harming owners with small equity and urging exemption for homesteads to aid home ownership.
The Fort Worth Star Telegram notes that North Texas State Normal reports the largest Texas state normal enrollment, urging an appropriation for more buildings. It predicts the 31st legislature and Governor Campbell will fund improvements for Denton’s state normal, with cotton prices rising as producers seek to avoid speculators.
Notice to taxpayers that street tax for 1909 can be paid to B. H. Deavenport Treas at Denton County National Bank between now and February 1, 1909 for 2 dollars, after which time the tax increases to 5 dollars.
Roanoke home of John Able burned Friday afternoon destroying house and contents. Fire originated from a flue. Estimated loss ranged from 1600 to 1700 dollars with only 400 dollars of insurance carried.
North Texas State Normal college held a ceremony to present a Joan of Arc statue to the college. The program featured Marsellaise performed by Grace Chastian, a sculpture talk by Hillyar, a presentation speech by Virginia Chastain, an acceptance by Edith J. Clark, and America sung by the school.
Robert J. Eckhardt, state receiver for Waters-Pierce Oil, expects to receive the supreme court mandate early next week to assume control of the company’s Texas property. The mandate will also go to Federal Receiver C. B. Dorchester at Sherman after Eckhardt’s Austin meeting with Attorney General Davidson.
Fort Worth stockyards posted over 2 000 000 receipts for the past year, breaking records and exceeding last year by 300 000. The market here is five years old.
The severe freeze that hit North and East Texas last night is feared to damage the fruit crop. Warm days before had caused fruit trees to bloom, increasing risk.
Muskogee Okla Jan 30 There were no important developments today in the Federal grand jury investigation into the town site frauds. It is expected the jury will make a further report later this afternoon.
A cotton gin owned by S. F. Mc Cauley five miles northeast of Mt. Pleasant Texas, was burned this morning. Authorities believe the blaze was incendiary and the loss is placed at 3000 dollars as investigators probe the incident.
The body of Vernon Littlejohn of this city, bridegroom of one day, burned to death at Ardmore Oklahoma yesterday, arrived in McKinney Texas for interment on Sunday.
Frisco station at Tolar was entered late last night by burglars who cracked the safe and escaped with a small amount of money. Officers here have no clues about the Carlton State bank heist in Dublin where $10,000 was taken.
An advertisement asserts Hunt's Cure treats skin disease with instant relief and prompt cure. It promises absolute guarantee backing, claiming lower risk than other ailments and positioning the product as a universal remedy.
A New York forecast notes a dry spell across the western half of the cotton belt with little rain in December and early January. Forecasters expect only scattered showers and generally fair weather, warning a wet spring could slow planting and a dry summer may follow.
Texas Supreme Court in Austin rules license to use railroad tracks as a footpath has gone too far. Byrd sues Texas Midland for damages after walking on tracks. court finds contributory negligence and reverses for the company. Malone case also reversed on appeal, reducing the earlier $4,000 judgment.
In a family medicine chest no remedy remains unless proven best for its purpose. For skin troubles such as eczema tetter ringworm Hunt's Cure has held its place for many years and is said to cure itching instantly, according to R I Swann of Franklin La.
Washington lawmakers face a plan by Elmer E Hall and Senator Whitney to issue non transferable licenses with photographs for all drinkers. Licenses cost 5 dollars annually and restrict purchases to their home county. Violations risk license forfeiture 30 to 60 days and permanent loss after a second offense.
Fort Worth reports a sharp cold spell with winds moderating. The thermometer fell to 26 degrees, about fifty degrees lower in the past 36 hours, as trains run near schedule and many power lines stay down.
Snow started in El Paso Texas today with temperatures dropping as a cold wave moves in. Residents brace for more flakes and colder air through the day and into the night.
Denison Texas reported a night of freezing weather with a gale blowing and ice up to an inch thick in spots as temperatures held at 20 degrees. The icy conditions affected travel and daily routines in the area.
Brave fire laddies endure severe burns while fighting blazes and use Bucklen’s Arnica Salve to ease pain. It quickly cures burns, scalds, wounds, cuts, bruises, eruptions, old sores, boils, ulcers, felons and piles. Relief is instant. 26¢ at J. F. Raley & Co.
London reports a severe earthquake striking several cities near San Sebastian and Barcelona. A tidal wave affected the coast and a landslide buried the village of Romara near Ceuta, with hundreds killed or missing and Barcelona’s death toll unknown.
A Notre Dame, Indiana claimant offers a free home treatment for rheumatism and related pains. The advertisement claims the remedy purges uric acid from blood, relieves stiff joints, and restores vitality, inviting readers to write to Mrs. M. Summers, Box H, Notre Dame.
Curtis runs Want ads in the Necora Chronicle promising prompt returns. The phrase In Denton appears frequently as readers scan the Record and Chronicle for listings.
A Macon Georgia home for orphans credits Electric Bitters with nine years of beneficial use. The institution says the tonic improves digestion liver and kidney health boosts appetite and strengthens weak and run down people especially women. 50 cents at J F Raley Co.
Notes wanted for sale from Denton Trust Company. Advertises best stock feed Denton Denco mix with other feeds. Offers 100 pound sacks available through grocers and feed shops.
A mob in Jacksonville Fra attempted to hang a negro described as a suspect in a criminal assault. The Sheriff intervened to frustrate the mob and prevent the lynching.
A Denton trust firm advertises loans on city property at ten percent interest, signaling financing options for municipal holdings.
Review of a Washington DC physician’s remedy Dr King’s New Discovery praised by W R R Lipscomb as a cure for consumption and bronchial ailments. The ad claims six bottles fully cured a past patient and offers 50c to 1.00 price with a free trial bottle. J F Raley & Co guarantees the remedy.
The firm offers to list and sell city properties on behalf of customers. It invites property owners to contact Denton Trust Company for bargain prices and swift sales.
A Western judge granted a divorce on grounds of ill temper and bad breath. An ad touts Dr King's New Life PHIs claiming to prevent the issues and cure constipation causing the bad breath and liver trouble. 25¢ at J. F. Raley & Co.
A baggage car on the M and T line southbound near Lockhart Texas had its roof blown off by hurricane force winds late last night. The wind velocity reached seventy miles per hour but no other damage was reported to the train.
Donovan shares a moonlit conversation with Helen Holbrook at the Glenarm boathouse. They test each other with intimate observations as intrigue deepens about Gillespie and a past conspiracy. The mood blends romance with mounting suspense as night sky and lake frame their exchange.
In a tense exchange, Al Gan asserts a likely return and warns of trouble. A woman responds with defiance and secrecy, insisting Gillespie means little to her. He pleads not to follow, she hints at mysterious duality as the scene ends with a cliffhanger.
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