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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1909
Page
2
The Record and Chronicle announces subscription rates and publication details for Denton Texas. It pledges correction of erroneous reflections upon any individual or corporation upon notification to the publishers.
The Worth school board and citizens applaud Superintendent Cantwell's recommendation to add four free kindergartens linked to public schools. The piece argues for utilitarian education focusing on manual and technical training, with colleges like A. and M. and the College of Industrial Arts cited as models, while noting entertainment industry shifts and local press improvements by Jim Daley.
A Galveston Chamber official jokes about Texans enjoying Galveston for bath and Sunday beer. The piece notes Missouri flood rain could aid Texas, warns roads may worsen with winter rains, and discusses shifting wheat planting in Denton and Brazoria counties. A Denton wheat surge could endanger prairie farmland if wheat dominates.
Tarrant county will deploy ballot boxes on July 17 to rally support for a million dollar bond issue for permanent speedways. Proponents argue good roads raise farm values, ease marketing of crops, reduce wear and tear, and boost living standards.
Local papers urge better roads and closer town country ties echoing support for road work. Waxahachie plans a road improvement district bond issue of 250000 dollars to fund projects across the district including Waxahachie adjacent areas, Ennis News reports.
The Sulphur Springs Gazette notes that in the last two years Jefferson county spent three hundred thousand dollars on roads beyond the regular appropriation. The editorial argues this investment advances civilization, raises property values, and promotes overall prosperity for citizens.
An old advertisement promotes Simmon's Liver Purifier claiming it fully restores liver health and satisfaction. It touts tin box packaging and a price of 25 cents per box with bold claims of curing ailments.
In El Paso on July 8 Judge Lea in the corporation court ruled that a piano player employed in a house of ill fame falls under the new vagrancy statute and fined two men $25 each.
Scientists report bones from men who lived 100000 years ago in Switzerland, once facing beasts. Modern danger comes from disease, says A W Brown of Alexander Maine who credits Dr King’s New Discovery for cure of lung trouble and stubborn cough. Medicine offers relief for sore lungs colds and pneumonia prevention. 50 cents and 1.00 guaranteed by J F Raley & Co trial bottle free.
In Washington on July 8 W B Jaynes secretary to Senator Bailey won the prize for the best advertising slogan. His line Washington the people's city was adopted.
An advertisement touts Cheatham's Laxative Tablets as a fine remedy for chills malaria and biliousness. It claims no bag effect unlike quiline and notes convenience for pocket carry with 40 spoons needed. Priced 25 cents per box by Geo Westlake.
In the hot weather Curtis' Drug Store offers violet water for 50 cents, a cooling refresher advertised at the shop. The notice promotes the item as a seasonal relief for the heat.
Contractors accelerated work after delays from missing materials. By tomorrow night the big roof will be in place and walls finished, with interior work and grounds cleanup planned to be completed before the September start. Ground repairs and debris removal will proceed as soon as possible to have the campus ready.
Mr. King’s New Life Pills claim to cleanse the system and cure ailments from colds to malaria. The ad touts relief without distress or inconvenience, contrasting with “night riders” that raid beds and disturb rest. J. F. Raley & Co. distributes the remedy.
Wills Point Chronicle outlines Texas constitutional amendments to be voted on August 2 with explanations of three proposed changes The first allows formation of multi county school districts and clarifies bond legality The second validates outstanding bonds for such districts The third would let cities above 5000 population incorporate by special act of the legislature The piece urges voters to inform themselves and vote accordingly.
The Wilson Hardware Company states that no charge is made for estimates on plumbing work. The notice highlights their pricing policy and customer service approach.
All Chamber members are urged to attend with a non-member guest. Three new voluntary members joined yesterday, signaling rising membership. The note urges soliciting friends, noting growing interest from Kansas gentlemen, especially about Denton county's stock and packing industries, and promises better literature as finances permit.
The Commercial Club of Gainesville seeks full information on an intercity interurban from Gainesville to Denton and previously to Denison for a Dallas connection. Two private business aid requests came from non members. J A Arnold Chief of the Commercial Secretaries association will miss Denton tonight. A lineup of Texas development talks will follow with Denton Trades Day promising a large turnout and races for first.
Mrs. Eula Presland of Greenfield Tennessee praises Hunt's Cure as a constant remedy for fifteen years handling itching skin problems eczema and ringworm. The advertisement claims the product is peerless and costs 50 cents per box.
Austin March 8. E A Bolmes commissioner of pensions states to newspaper men that under the act approved March 26 1909 he has re approved and reaffirmed all rights to pensions earned under the former law. He reserves right to call for additional testimony if deemed necessary.
An old advertisement touts Hicks' Capuciline for fever relief from malarous or cold conditions and overheating. It states the medicine reduces fever and relieves the cest's liquid with price points of 14, 25 and 50 cents at drug stores.
The United States and Mexico conclude a postal compact allowing money orders to be paid at any money order office in either country. Previously orders were sent to Laredo Texas or Nueva Laredo Mexico, causing delays.
An old advertisement touts Allen’s Foot-Ease as a powder to shake into shoes to ease fired aching feet. It promises relief for swollen hot feet, corns and bunions, and fits tight shoes. Sold by druggists and shoe stores for 25c with a free trial offer from Allen 8 Olmstead Le Roy NY.
Baseball results show Texas-Galveston 5 over San Antonio 3 and other regional games. Snreveport 5 edged Oklahoma City 4, Dallas 4 Fort Worth 2, Houston 4 and Waco 1, National-Pittsburg 6 defeated Chicago 2, New York 8 over Philadelphia 1, Brooklyn 7-5 over Boston 4-1, American-Cleveland 4 beat Detroit 8, Boston 9 over New York 6, Southern-New Orleans 3 over Mobile 1, Atlanta 2 over Birmingham 2 in 10 innings. no other games.
Hicks' Capudine advertised as a liquid remedy for sick, nervous, traveler's, and stomach headaches with additional female troubles. Claims quick effects and availability at druggists.
Notice to consumers that all water light and power rents are due on or before July 10 1909. Payments must be made at the Water and Light Department office in City Hall. H C Storrie PH Superintendent.
The Denton post office money order business for the year ending June 30 1909 totaled 105 030 85 dollars. Money orders issued reached 43 010 70 dollars while those paid amounted to 62 020 15 dollars a rise of 19 000 dollars. Fees from issued money orders totaled 426 34 dollars.
Mrs. W. L. Gilpatrick of Danforth Maine praises Electric Bitters claiming her 70 plus mother grew young again after 20 years of dyspepsia. The tonic allegedly improves digestion sleep liver and kidney function and appetite. Available for 50 cents at J F Raley & Co.
A. B. Leoper, formerly a trusted employee of the Southern Pacific's claim department in Houston, is arrested on three forgery counts and four theft charges. The indictment alleges he misappropriated $500 by manipulating railroad claims.
Denton resident L. T. Fowlkes of 39 E Mulberry St reaffirms prior endorsement of Doan's Kidney Pills praising their tonic value. He repeats his support from February 15, 1905 and offers his full name for a second endorsement. Sold by dealers nationwide price 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY agents. Remember the name Dean's.
Tulsa police arrested Al Carr in Tulsa Oklahoma after a three day pursuit. Carr had stabbed Roy Lewis a young Indian man and was taken into custody and placed in jail. The article mentions shopping for plumbing supplies from Wilson Hardware Company.
Classifieds in the Necora and Chronicle urge quick responses with Denton readers lodging prompt purchases. Local advertisers report brisk results as residents respond to ads placed in the Record and Chronicle.
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