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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1913
Page
2
Subscription rates listed for 24 per month six months and one year with advance payment. A public notice promises corrections for erroneous reflections upon any firm individual or corporation appearing in the column upon notification to the publishers.
Denton editorial notes Turkish Balkan conflicts linger as Turks fail. North Texas Normal enrollment nears 1000 with record rise to 949. Labor leaders Clark and Gompers back reforms. Real estate demand rises for unimproved city lots for homes. Denton poised to adopt a modern charter under new law effective July 1, urging timely civic progress.
A column endorses Uncle Joe Cannon for Congress again despite critical views of his stands and conscience. Denton residents note heat waves across Texas, with a memory of extreme temperatures and a Chronicle remark on local government reform and currency measures.
The University of Texas forms a journalism school following the College of Industrial Arts example. Debates on its merits continue with views that formal schooling may speed preparation for newspaper work, though practical experience remains essential for mastery.
The Denton Record-Chronicle cites the Tyler Courier-Times noting interest in the pamphlet on American Beet Sugar and the tariff and questions the parentage before reading it, aiming to gauge the paper's perspective.
Insurance advertisement pledges coverage for wheat and other small grains stored anywhere in Denton County. It invites farmers to write, phone, or call at the local office for details.
The firm W. T. Bailey & Co. announces new contact lines replacing the old telephone 54 with the new number 120. No change in address or operations is noted.
A pointed line from the Ft Worth Star Telegram notes lobbyists persist regardless of political mood or climate as Congress debates policy. It frames lobbying as constant influence across seasons and sessions.
A Denton Record and Chronicle columnist cites Dr Harvey and Herr Alsberg to argue that if their theory holds, avoiding thermometers would remove the need to buy ice in summer and fuel in winter, effectively ending the thermometer nuisance.
The Denton Record Chronicle argues that paramount side issues enable undersized men to reach high office while urging voters to focus on honest government. The Greenville Banner notes risks of political agitation diverting voters from real interests.
The Fort Worth Star Telegram notes the buttermilk potlicker dispute was decided in favor of potlicker at the Dallas Press Club. The cartoonish column questions who wins between vegetarians and reactionaries while reflecting on lackluster religious fervor in modern audiences.
Wacco Morning News hints at a lively cook strife as two women loom in a potential double header debate. The chatter blends playful puns with local civic interest.
Great Salt Lake in Utah, a sprawling body nearly two thousand square miles, shows extreme buoyancy from high salt content. Scientists note depth shifts as the lake recedes, with a suspected subterranean outlet near Antelope Island and a dangerous maelstrom region that capsized a sheep vessel.
A comic scene shows a young man bargaining with a clerk for a pair of white gloves as a Christmas gift, insisting he will buy them rather than rent. The moment underscores shop talk and social voice in a holiday shopping snapshot.
Your name and the number of tickets you subscribed for last July are on file at every town bank. Go to your bank now and request the tickets you agreed to take to support the Chautauqua movement this year. Signed 2tc. D Borden E Wilson H G Allen. Also July Sale at Mrs Dickson’s millinery offers savings on hats during the clearance.
Advertisement extols Ballard's Snow Liniment as the cure for back stitches and strained muscles from hard labor. It touts strong penetrating relief, suitable at such times, with prices 25c, 50c, and 1.00 per bottle, sold by R H Garrison.
Mrs. J. B. Whittaker of McDuff Virginia says Black-Draught keeps her family healthy. She reports relief from headaches and stomach trouble for years and notes children request it for minor ailments. The vegetable medicine is claimed to regulate digestion and relieve indigestion, colic, and nausea.
A. A. Green Jr of Dallas plans street grading in New Carroll Addition. Work will extend Carroll Avenue toward the city limits, reroute Cottonwood Creek to fill the old bend and create a new stream to remove the S curve through the property, with crews ready to begin sale of the lot areas.
Roe Laney narrowly escaped serious harm when his new motorcycle darted forward after he misturned the throttle. The bike struck the curb at about ten miles an hour, throwing Laney onto the sidewalk and injuring him with only a few bruises.
Advertising copy claims Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment cures all skin eruptions and relieves itching burning and scaling instantly. It cites a Littletown success story and guarantees refund if not relieved. Available at druggists or by mail from Pfeiffer Chemical Co Philadelphia and St Louis.
The oldest grocery in Denton invites patrons as the store has served Denton families for over thirty years. Pas chall's. Phones 86.
If there are fresh vegetables anywhere you will find them at our store. Phone 44 Long and King.
The Cham ber of Commerce names its pilot group to meet Lewisville visitors in Denton on Friday. Harrison band to play and lead the welcome parade with a luncheon to follow. About thirty cars and up to 150 Lewisville businessmen expected. route via McKinney road from Little Elm. Early word on entry route to be announced Friday.
The Denton Steam Laundry Co will hold an open house tomorrow Friday to let the public inspect its plant. Hours are 9:30 to 11:30 am and 1:30 to 4:30 pm. Manager MacLachlan hopes to show hundreds through the modern plant moved to the new building at East Hickory and Bois d Arc streets. A new building is under construction to house a modern dry cleaning outfit.
A reader warns that waiting to paint or feed due to rising prices hurts property value. The note likens feeding horses and delaying paint to ongoing loss as paint costs climb yearly. DEVOE paint promoted by Taylor Hardware Co.
Mrs Joza Dickson announces a July clearing sale of hats and millinery goods with the Wilson Hann Co featured supplier. The sale offers selected styles and discounts likely aimed at clearing stock.
Mr and Mrs T F Jasper and their children Fay and Joe Bailey Jasper left Wednesday afternoon for a month long car trip to South Texas aiming for Corpus Christi. Their Lozier car will take a leisurely route with stops at various points along the way accompanied by their chauffeur.
T C Sample invites customers to sample the high quality of their goods with an offer valid through July.
List shows new registrations: D. D. Puckett Denton No. 432 Brent C. Jackson Denton No. 433 J. B. Hardeman Justin No. 434 J. A. J. Robertson Waketon No. 435. Also a medical ad urges prompt treatment for insect bites and promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment priced at 2.6, 9oc, and 60c per bottle through R. H. Garrison.
All water light and power rents are now due and must be paid by the 10th of the month. By rules of City Council. W. J. Grady superintendent. A business is known not by what it sells but by what it delivers. Try us. Turner Bros.
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