09 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1913
Page
1
By reason of the thorough identification of this bank with the interests of this vicinity, it presents several interesting features worthy of consideration for all people with surplus funds. The bank conforms rigidly to sound banking principles, and officers and directors aim to render every service within their power.
Secretary Madoc expected at once to ask Attorney General McReynolds for investigation. News of surveillance leaked out.
Treasury officials say evidence supports investigating the failure of the First Second National Bank of Pittsburgh. McAdoo plans to urge Attorney General McReynolds to act tonight as large depositors withdraw, and the government shuts the bank to protect small depositors.
Controlier Lane tabulated state road bond issues since 1909 totaling 10,857,000 for roads and 1,584,000 for bridges.
A wry reflection links pluck tenacity and application to success, claiming a man who shows sincerity cannot be stopped until he dies. The speech suggests these traits, paired with a strong bank, will grow opportunities and lead to a strong financial future.
Bulgaria signals readiness to negotiate peace with Servia as both sides report heavy casualties and fear of a spreading cholera epidemic raises alarm and prompts government action.
Vienna reports Bulgarian government open to peace talks after armistice signs by Bulgarian and Servian commanders. Cholera fears cited as driver of negotiations while reports include massacres by irregular Bulgarian forces in Salontiki with a mosque fire and mass deaths of men and families.
London July 9 The Powers will not seek mediation in the Balkan dispute as the Turkish government plans to occupy all territory within the Enos-Midia line previously set as the Bulgaria Turkey boundary.
Belgrade reports that a Bulgarian force of nine battalions invading Servia was annihilated at Zajet sar Pass according to authoritative advices.
Reuben Hopkins, once a U.S. marshal, is reported by refugees to have been commissioned a captain in General Obregon's rebel army in recognition of his role in the alleged air plane smuggling incident into Mexico. The accusation stems from the government.
The Department of Agriculture announced crops for this year with wheat at 701 million bushels and corn at 2.271 billion bushels.
In San Antonio on July 9 both the Daughters of the Republic and Gov Colquitt’s forces claim a win from the Alamo restoration decision. The Administration can continue work and spend remaining funds, to be completed in four weeks, while the court keeps the matter open on the docket.
Grasshoppers are damaging cotton in the northeastern part of Bell County with serious impact reported from Belton on July 9. Local growers face losses as insects disrupt crops and yield prospects.
The Chautauqua event runs from Friday the 11th to Thursday July 17th with a strong lineup and notable attendance expected. Organizers tease big numbers and a week of varied presentations and performances.
Denton readies a large crowd for a Chautauqua week at the Carroll addition grounds with tents, sports facilities, and a supervised playground led by Mr Neeb. Girls meet 7:30 to 9:30 am and 4 to 6 pm. boys switch days. A field day, play festival, and talks on recreation are planned for parents’ turnout.
Chairman Simmons of the Senate Finance Committee expects theTarift bill to move from printer tonight and be ready for presentation tomorrow in the Senate. Democratic leaders push for quick action on the tariff measure with odds of passage looming.
Chairman Simmons of the Senate Finance Committee said he hoped to have the tariff bill ready for the printer tonight and report it to the Senate tomorrow if possible. Debate likely will not start until next week.
The city attorney filed a complaint charging Miss Annie Webb Blanton with obstructing after way. The Hickory street lake controversy linked to prior Record and Chronicle coverage is said to be city council authorized. Blanton says she will contest the matter in court and has engaged attorneys.
A violent gale swept Illinois causing multiple deaths and injuries. Homes and farm buildings were destroyed and towns were plunged into darkness as fires broke out. Reports indicate widespread damage across Aurora and surrounding areas. Edward Leach was elected Grand Exalted Ruler of the B P O Elks in Rochester New York. T. J. Darling and P. J. Brennan were defeated in the race for grand secretary and grand treasurer respectively.
The program lists an eight piece orchestra and six Grand Opera stars from Naples. Readings and talks include Father Cronin on reading, Gretchen Myers Company with Fabrizio, and a Philadelphia speaker on the school question. Italian Marine Band and Signor Vinei perform with vesper services planned.
The Interstate Commerce Commission condemns the financial operations of the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad in its most recent investigation report. It says management was wasteful and the line would have earned a profit last year with proper methods, though it commends the road's train service.
In Mexico City on July 9 the resigned portfolio of the Minister of Foreign Affairs was offered to Federico Gambos, former Sub-Secretary under Porfirio Diaz. Gambos is expected to accept.
Four U S warships will be stationed in the Gulf of Mexico to monitor the Mexican situation. Two will be at Vera Cruz, one at Tampico, and the fourth at Galveston. Americans in Mexico threaten to boycott U S manufacturers over delayed intervention.
Rebel forces claim a severe defeat of Federals at Monclova reported from Eagle Pass on July 9 with dispatches received describing the outcome and location of the engagement.
Havana report states General Armando Riva chief of the Cuban National Police died from a wound received during a raid on a gambling club. Also under arrest are General Ernesto Albert Senator Vidal Morales and Representative Arias.
Paris July 9 report that Democratic National Committee Chairman McCombs has been operated on in a hospital for appendicitis. His condition is satisfactory.
Texas man named in a lobby report appears in a farmer union context as officials discuss alleged inside history of union activity and efforts to influence tariff legislation.
A. B. Smith testified before the Lobby Investigating committee that R. D. Bowen of the Texas Farmers National Union paid his expenses for a New Orleans meeting last spring where a plan to boost cotton consumption was discussed. H. H. Mobley confirmed attendance and said Bowen dictated a telegram to Arkansas Senators seeking a hearing for Arkansas cotton interests.
AUSTIN July 9. Anthrax and charcoal burn are widespread around Beaumont and Orange and many cattle are dying.
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