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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1909
Page
2
The Record and Chronicle lists monthly and annual subscription prices by mail and indicates various post office dates. It notes public corrections policy and warns against reflections on character or reputation, promising corrections if called to the publishers.
A Denton Texas subscriber urges Chamber of Commerce unity to build Penton and Denton County. The note stresses collective effort over individual, warns against census use of Black enumerators and calls on Southern congressmen to press Taft to eliminate Black census workers from front door entries and white women proximity.
Promoters of a Petrolia to Fort Worth to Dallas gas pipe plan targeted Denton as a distribution point. Chamber of Commerce backing emphasizes cheap natural gas as vital for manufacturing, plus Santa Fe and other railconnections would link Denton to state markets.
A fiery Clarendon Times column defends an area against tornado claims by the Record and Chronicle. It accuses the paper of distorting truth about weather events and disputes Denton county seed corn figures, noting Denton county exported far more corn than Donley raised.
Denton citizens attend a Chamber of Commerce social session on Thursday night to hear a man linked to certain interests speak about local affairs. The event highlights community engagement and the emergence of influential voices in the town.
J. A. Arnold, president of the Texas Commercial Secretaries' association, ran a quiet Austin office with one stenographer. He did not lobby openly yet kept business groups informed on legislation, contributing to the Thirty-first legislature's conservative tilt amid criticism from opponents of the broader reform drive.
I Commercial Club announces the second monthly Trades Day on Saturday July 10 in Denton. The committee aims to foster closer cooperation among residents, share knowledge on livestock and farm products, and explain methods for better results. Local businessmen offer premiums, farmers plan to compete, and the event seeks generous civic support and entertainment to welcome visitors.
The state geologist's favorable report sparks hopes of oil in the territory. County efforts to drill reflect local faith in opportunity and may attract visitors and investments. Support for home initiative is urged to encourage further exploration and broader development.
The Shetland pony parade on Trades Way will meet at Will Williams home on Oak street at 1 o'clock Saturday. Every child with a pony is requested to participate in the parade, whether living in town or in the country. A nice box of candy will be furnished each child. We are in receipt of valuable favors from the Merchants Marine League of Cleveland Ohio in securing immigrants homeseekers and investors.
The social session invites all enterprising citizens of Denton to attend with Gent men experienced in state development. They will explain the best path to results and urge cooperation as the keynote to lasting prosperity. Members should bring a non member invitee to attend.
The Texas Central railroad filed its answer denying the county attorney’s right to sue over alleged Jim Crow law violations. The trial is set for July 10 as citizens debate the case. the report notes opposition to the road’s proposed improvements amid the dispute.
W C Stallings special agent spoke to the Texas Corn Growers association on growing corn on East Texas sandy soils and North Texas lands. He stressed seed selection, soil preparation, planting patterns and cultivation to maximize yields and improve soil humus.
Scientists report bones of ancient men found in a Swiss cave dating back 100000 years showing early life threats from beasts. A. W. Brown of salexander Maine credits Dr King s New Discovery for curing his severe lung trouble and stubborn cough. He praises it as the best medicine on earth with 50c and 1.00 price, trial bottle free, guaranteed by J F Raley & Co.
Lorena Phillips, a young woman, is in critical condition in San Antonio after swallowing twenty five bichloride tablets. She previously attempted suicide by drowning after a quarrel with her sweetheart.
Testimonial from L. H Napier of Rugless claims ten years of pain from piles ended after using Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. The ad touts the salve as infallible for piles burns scalds cuts boils fever sores eczema and salt rheum with a 25 cent price and J F Raley & Co guaranteeing it.
Rev. C. C. Ramer acting dean of Christchurch New Orleans and former rector of Newberry has accepted a call to become rector of Trinity Episcopal church in Marshall Texas.
Customer testimonial praising Hunt's Lightning Oil as a great pain and sprain reliever. An advertisement lists 25 cent and 50 cent bottle sizes and encourages getting prices from Wilson Hardware Company for plumbing supplies and work. Name C. C. Cook appears from Halletsville Texas.
For chills malara and biliousness Cheatham's Laxative Tablets are very fine. No bad effects as with quinine. They are convenient to carry in the pocket and 10 Spoon is necessary. An ideal remedy 25c per box Geo Westlake Curtis' violet water 50c at Curtis' Drug Store.
The ad proclaims Night Riders raid with Calomel Croton oil or Aloe pills causing sleeplessness and discomfort. It claims Dr King’s New Life Pills avoid distress and cure colds headaches constipation malaria at J F Railey & Co.
In Argyle a dispute over salted asphalt on a farm owned by Mrs Howser arises after Jesse Chinn testifies he never poured coal tar on the property. He says he used tar on fence posts on another part of the farm and gave the remainder to a neighbor. A State University geologist claims the land was salted and mentions a rumor about Sucre.
An advertisement promotes Mother Gray's Australian Leaf as a safe regulator for female ailments including back pains urinary bladder and kidney issues. It claims relief from inflammation and ulcers and offers mail order or store purchase for five cents with free samples from The Mother Gray Co. Le Roy New York.
New Orleans July 6 The Texas Loan and Building Company of Lafayette Louisiana with many Texas stockholders may be forced to leave Louisiana unless it deposits 100000 with the state treasurer Attorney General Guion seeks enforcement of Louisiana laws.
Hicks' Capuadine cures sick headache and nervous headache travel ers' headache and aches from grip stomach troubles or female troubles. Try Capudine its liquid effects immediately. Sold by druggists.
In Wichita Falls Texas on July 6 the trial of David Coffey for the murder of Lawn Barnett May 15 began in district court. The case centers on Coffey charged with killing Barnett in a dispute that led to a fatal shooting.
Mrs. W. L. Gilpatrick of Danforth Me credits Electric Bitters with reviving her mother after 20 years of dyspepsia and near collapse. The tonic allegedly rejuvenates vital organs, aids sleep, and boosts appetite. Available for 50 cents at J. F. Ratey & Co.
Enraged after a saloon reprimand for firing firecrackers Fred Barnes a Negro barber shot and killed Albert Williams and slain another man in El Paso Texas on July 6 authorities reported the incident unfolding after the reprimand and a violent confrontation in a saloon.
A fragment indicates John Moore was injured in an incident described as possibly fatally wounding him. No further details on location or timing are provided in the readable text.
An advertisement from O. M. Curtis Rexall Store offers Rexall 93 Hair Panic with a money back guarantee if it fails to improve Ki health, cure dandruff, grow hair, and prevent loss. Two sizes are priced at sec and $1.00.
Fort Worth Texas July 6. William McCraw eight was killed when a Frisco train struck him as he slept on the tracks on the north side. The tragedy occurred this morning and the authorities began investigations into the incident.
Grace Wright, a Texas farmer, was killed when a southbound Katy passenger train struck him near Waxahachie as he drove a team of mules. The wagon splintered and the mules also died.
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