Denton Hosts Witty Riff on Law and Politics
The Denton area news recalls Col. J Plavius as a welcome guest while a Texas lawyer stirs talk at the Tex Bar association by claiming a lawyer works harder for a client than for justice. Cone Johnson and Jake Wolters are cited in playful exchanges about past party platforms and present politics.
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Denton
Col. J. Plavius
Texas
Tex Bar Association
Cone Johnson
Jake Wolters
Brownwood Bulletin
Jake
Utilitarian Education Emphasizes Hands and Brains
A reader notes a Record and Chronicle paragraph praising utilitarian schooling that trains both hands and brains for practical livelihoods. The writer urges a response from the opposite perspective and highlights the article as a thoughtful discussion of applying utilitarian ideas to youth education.
Street Railway Sale Delayed Sparks Local Debate
Citizens along the line have keen interest in who bought the street railway and plans for its future. The sale was postponed for a month and locals who opposed the project now favor extending service to the north end, hoping it becomes a revenue producer from the start.
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Record and Chronicle
North End
Weather Bureaus Clues In Wind Patterns Noted
A North Texas reader reflects on weather indications from the bureau map. The note explains how winds from certain directions and falling barometers signal storms, predicting centers passing nearby within 12 to 24 hours and shifts in wind, with emphasis on northwest or southwest tracks.
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Bureau Weather Map
Brownwood Bulletin Calls Towns to View Climate Beat
The Brownwood Bulletin notes Denton Record and Chronicle claims of halted sidewalk work in Denton and a restarted effort in Brownwood. It invites Brother Edwards to visit a real climate with mountain air and sea breezes, contrasting weather with the 107 in the shade tale.
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Denton Record and
Chronicle
Brownwood
Brother Edwards
Brownwood Bulletin
Brother Mayes
Record and
Bulletin
Good Roads Boost Calls Across Texas Media
Readers hear calls for the road bond proposal from Fort Worth to McGregor and Ennis News. Editors urge voting yes while opponents offer few public deeds. The nationwide push favors faster travel and modern improvements.
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Fort Worth
Midlothian
Ennis News
Blacksand Farms
McGregor Mirror
Denton County Land Rent Inquiries For Farms And Industry
A Collin county farmer seeks to rent 100 acres of black land in Denton county for next year and later purchase. The Commercial Club aims to list farms for rent to attract suitable renters and promote local schools. The Chamber has an address for a large glass plant seeking a $100000 Texas site and Missouri firm seeks a new pottery clay field.
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Collin County
Denton County
Chamber of Commerce
Texas
Missouri
Chamber of Commerce Promises Popular County Institution
The Chamber of Commerce gains attention as prospects mature and popularity grows, affecting its officers. The organization aims to become one of the county’s most popular and successful institutions.
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Chamber of Commerce
Trades Day Urges Citizens to Welcome Visitors
Public spirit urged in Denton for Trades Day with a call to all residents to attend and greet guests. Citizens are asked to be friendly to men women and children and show welcoming hospitality.
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Denton City
Strang
Night Riders Raid Against Rest Target Bed Sleep
An old promotional notice contrasts harmful night riders calore, croton oil or aloes pills with Dr. King's New Life Pills from J. F. Raley Co. claiming the product cleanses the system and cures colds headaches constipation malaria and more without distress.
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Dr. King
J. F. Raley & Co
Classified ads in the Record and Chronicle Pay
A brief note highlights that classified ads in the Record and Chronicle offer a paid service. It invites readers to try placing ads to gain exposure and potential returns. The ad section emphasizes benefits for small businesses and individuals seeking listings.
Trades Day Tomorrow Boosts Denton County Fair
Denton prepares for a large trades day with pony parade at 1 pm and a free auto ride tour after judging exhibits. Livestock and agricultural entries assessed by named judges. the exhibition hall opens early with prizes for women’s displays. Local Chamber backs a busy afternoon featuring the Denton band and a government agricultural talk.
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Denton
Denton County
Ed Hawkins
Houston Stiff
E. Cocanougher
R. H. Hoffman
T. A. Robinson
M. P. Kelly
M. S. Stout
C. F. Witherspoon
F. E. Piner
Poultry Department
A. C. Owsley
Duggan
W. W. Williams
Williams
West Oak Street
Oak Street
Court House
Exhibition Hall
Quicksall
Wm. Ganzer
T. A. McGalliard
Corn Growers’ Association
Chamber of Commerce
Fifteen-Year-Old Laura Badger Dies by Drowning
In Durant Oklahoma authorities recovered the body of Laura Badger aged fifteen from City Park Lake after an all-night search. The girl allegedly drowned herself over social pressures and left a note detailing her intent.
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Durant
Okla
Laura Badger
Capudine Headache Remedy Promises Quick Relief
Capudine relieves headaches cold and nervous troubles. It is a pleasant liquid remedy that acts immediately. Available in 10 25 and 50 cent bottles at drug stores.
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Hick
Capuchine
Capudine
The Man From Drodneys and the Strange Will
A pair of heirs must marry within a year to inherit a vast Japan estate while two eccentric travelers and a lawyer race to interpret Taswell Skaggs’s will. Boston and London firms clash over executor duties as intrigue and romance unfold across continents.
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Japan
Island riches hinge on unlikely marriage pact
Taswell Skaggs and John Wyckholme left England for a South Seas island to guard a fortune with a will that binds their heirs. The plan requires the two grandchildren Agnes Ruthven and Robert Browne to wed within a year or forfeit the estate to bidders. Browne seeks counsel as the clock ticks.
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Deppingham
Browne
Bosworth
Hare
Taswell Skaggs
Upper
England
Taswell
Skaggs
Goodby
Shanghai
Jack Wyckholme
Far East
Jackie
Usband
United States
Mr. Wyckholme
Somebody
British Isles
Tas
Tazzy
Mr. Skaggs
John Wyckholme
Japan
Arabian Sea
Wyckholme
Mohammed and
Skages
Mesers
Wryckholme
London
Ruthven
Ruthvens
Agnes Ruthven
Robert Browne
Worthy
Miss Rathven
Mr. Browne
South Seas
Miss Ruthven
Lord Dennisham
Boston
Back Bay
Sir John
Mr. Bowen
Life 100000 Years Ago Unearthed Bones and Modern Coes
Scientists report discovery of ancient human bones in a Swiss cay dated 100000 years past. A. W. Brown of Alexander Maine credits Dr King’s New Discovery for curing a severe lung trouble and preventing pneumonia. The remedy is sold at 50c and 1.00 with trial bottle free by J F Raley & Co.
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Cay
Switzerland
A. W. Brown
Alexander, Me
Dr. King
J. F. Raley & Co
Water and Light Rents Due by July 10 1909
Notice to customers that all water light and power rents are due and payable on or before July 10 1909 at the Water and Light Department office in City Hall. Superintendent H C Storrie signs the notice.
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Water and Light Department
H. C. Storrie
Purifier Ad Promises Liver Relief in Tin Boxes
An old advertisement touts Simmon's Liver Purifier as a cure for liver troubles. It claims full restoration and satisfaction, offered in tin boxes for 25 cents per box, with a note to also try a marmalade product at a fountain.
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Simmon
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Cleburne Enterprise
Austin Statesman
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Weseteey
Foley
Garrison & Kimmins
Lody
Man From
Drodneys
George Barr McUtcheon
Atlantic
Bowen Hare
Bossworth, Newnes & Grapewin
B.C
Messrs
Bosworth, Newnes & Grapewin
Bowen
John Allencrombie
W. C
Bowen & Hare
Constantinople
New York
Orient
Alfred Bowen
Wytkhulme
Judge Garrett
K. Building
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