04 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1913
Page
1
The notice urges farmers to open a bank account and use a check plan for paying bills. It promises a bank book and checks on first deposit and highlights the efficiency and reliability of organized finances over loose cash.
The Denton County National Bank presents its governing officers and directors. W. B. McClurkan serves as President with J. L. Blewett as Vice President and B. H. Deavenport as Cashier. R. M. Barns is Aust. Cashier, with B. R. Turner W. J. McCray J. F. Raley and G. H. Blewett as directors.
Torrential rains flood Hunt, Grayson and Collin counties causing millions in damage. Train service on many lines crippled though no loss of life reported.
The July 4 report describes rainfall across Hunt, Grayson, and Collin counties causing millions in damage. Rail, telegraph, and telephone service was cut, with rail lines washed out in all directions severing Greenville’s link to national networks and likely days to restore.
A column extols pluck application and tenacity as keys to success and growth with the Exchange National Bank. It claims a man with these traits, backed by the bank, cannot be defeated and will seize opportunities to invest and prosper, noting the bank was established in 1881 and its motto is safety and service.
Mrs. John W. Bailey and her two young daughters fled Mexico after rebel bands demanded guns and money at their ranch. With the Bailey husband and son remaining, the family reached Galveston then North Texas via Tampico. She reports rail shutdowns and widespread fear among Americans as conflict rages.
Sun lit morning brought big crowds to the county seat for the annual holiday. Many stores were closed all day as the community celebrated with patriotic displays and local events.
A sunny Fourth of July parade and events fill Carroll Park and surrounding areas. Stores close or shorten hours while the post office and banks observe holiday schedules. Afternoon include freak races at Carroll Park, baseball games at D A C and Highland Park, a balloon ascent at 5, and a fireworks display at 10.
Centennial observances mark the U S victory on Lake Erie as Commodore Perry’s forces celebrate at Put-in-Bay with ceremonies recalling the famous line we have met the enemy and they are ours. The event honors a pivotal American naval victory and ties to regional history.
Palestine Texas July 4 Anderson county in the election yesterday remained wet by 23 votes. Local totals show the measure passed or failed by a narrow margin as reported by the Associated Press.
Put-In-Bay O July 4 The Perry Centennial marks Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry s victory on Lake Erie and a century of peace since the 1814 Treaty of Ghent. The ceremony features memorial cornerstone laid for Perry Memorial and a grand program with state and national officials, a 330 foot granite column, and a million dollar memorial funded by the federal government and ten states.
A heavy rain swept the eastern county Thursday morning soaking ground and making roads muddy. The washout is expected to disrupt the Lewisville trade boosters planned trip to Little Elm and Hebron, delaying their itinerary.
Will Forsha, a trusting prisoner at the county jail, attempted to flee during a Fourth of July celebration break. Jailer Wells pursued and recaptured Forsha near B F Paschali's home after a short chase, returning him to custody and revoking his trusty status.
Vernon Texas July 4 voters of Justice Precinct No 1 petition for the first local option pool hall election under the new law in the county.
Cleburne Texas July 4 an election for July 30 has been ordered in the Grandview precinct on the question of pool halls.
A few instances of wheat sprouting are reported due to persistent wet weather. The problem is especially noted where shocks were badly set up, a condition observed in many fields.
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