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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1913
Page
4
In Sherman Texas CHAS BATSELL Referee in Bankruptcy adjourns to conduct business at the meeting. The notice mentions South Texas comb honey and Turner Bros watermelons at ice, with contact via phone 130.
Threshermen report crew shortages as heat intensifies. Laborers quitting due to extreme perspiration pass through town. No prostrations yet, but several nearly fall ill. Thermometer readings hit 108 degrees at the Experiment Farm, fourth 100plus day this week after 102 Sunday and 105 Monday.
An old promotional notice warns against mercury for catarrh remedies and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio as safe when taken internally. It assures genuineness, offers testimonials, and notes price. Also mentions Hall's Family Pills for constipation and invites purchases via Druggists.
Pauli Mathulka of Buffalo New York praises Dr King s New Life Pills calling them the King of all laxatives and a family blessing. The an ad notes the pills cost 25 cents and are recommended by J F Raley Co Sey.
A local ad touts Denton Tailoring Co offering renovation of worn suits. The process uses steam to disinfect, remove odors, boost fabric nap, and improve overall appearance. customers are invited to call for a trial.
Ad touts a tonic named Hair Tonic claiming it grew hair on 93 out of 100 heads and helped seven more. It promises a purchase price cheerfully refunded if it fails to benefit with 50e and 1.00 menus.
Robert Alexander shows signs of recovery as Dr W A Jones improves after injuries. Denton County Bank two story building by M B Whitlock & Co delays due to missing white stone. Alliance and Normal baseball teams set for Friday game at D A C park with both sides bolstered and each aiming to win their three game series.
A 19th century advertisement touts Kickapoo Worm Killer a candy lozenge that expels worms and steadies bowels. It claims relief for tossing rolling teeth crying out in sleep thirst and stomach pains. Endorsed by Mrs. J A Brisbin Elgin Illinois and offered by Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co Philadelphia and St Louis for 25 cents.
W W Keithe arrives from Dallas as Sheriff Orris attends Austin sheriffs meeting. Dr FE C Foster of Whitt visits brother John L Foster. M H Smallwood and G C Russell to debate at Cooper Schoolhouse Saturday night. Eula Drake of Slidell attends chautauqua hosted by Anna McMurray. Ford Witherspoon family departs for Chickasha after week here. Tom Floyd family moves to Denton working at Lehmitz. G R McLeod of Lewisville visits after eight years. Dr and Mrs J P Blount return from Rogers Ark with ill wife. heat and dryness noted.
The North Texas State Normal prepares for its second commencement of 1913 with an estimated sixty five to seventy graduates. Rev. T. Cooper will give the baccalaureate sermon on July 27 and F. F. Hill the baccalaureate address on July 28, with diplomas awarded that day. The class size totals will exceed prior records, placing the Normal just under one hundred behind the state University in overall graduating numbers.
Over one hundred Denton residents place Stoddard's Lectures in their libraries. The 14 volume set covers art literature history geography and travel with 6000 engravings and 42000 references. Interested readers may write to C. B. Fullerton, Denton.
In every home should be a box of Bucklen's Arnica Salve for burns cuts wounds or scalds. J H Polance of Delvalle Texas reports Bucklen's saved his little girl's cut foot. The salve is touted as the world's best and is recommended by J T Raley Co.
If there are fresh vegetables anywhere you will find them at our store. Phone 44 Long and King.
A brief, promotional notice touts 44 phones as memorable for satisfaction in service and groceries. It urges readers to call and compare, highlighting Long and Ling as the advertiser.
Miss Frances Lewis hosted the Entre Nous gathering with sixteen players. Ethel Allen won high and received a guest towel. Myrtle Terrell of Austin received the guest prize. Refreshments included fruit salad ice cream angel cake and sandwiches for members and guests from Terrell and Austin.
An offer from Frontier Asthma Company promotes trial treatment and full information at no charge. The notice directs inquiries to Room 107 Buffalo N. %.Agave.
The eight day chautauqua opens with a play festival at the grounds for children. Directors expect a large crowd for two hours of games and fun. Playground officials promise easy supervision and urge parents to attend to see children enjoying play. The festival starts between seven and seven thirty.
Miss Emmabelle Lipscomb entertained at her West Oak home Tuesday night with a delightful dance. Punch and ice cream cones were served as Addie Melson Lois Bailey and others played for the dancers. Eight or ten couples enjoyed the event.
A local market touts daily vegetables and invites customers to know the team by trying their produce. The message emphasizes freshness and consistency as core values.
Arkansas Mill reports a fresh shipment of Kaffir corn for poultry use. The feed product targets local farmers and smallholders seeking nutritious grain for chicken diets.
An advertisement asserts that a torpid liver causes daytime yawning and general malaise. Herb ine is promoted to strengthen the liver cleanse bowels and restore health. The remedy costs 50e and is sold by R. H. Garrison.
The reader asks whether painting adds value to a house or lowers it and wonders if the money spent on paint is worthwhile. They cite Devoe brand cost at about 2 per gallon and painting jobs priced at 60 to 90 for ten gallons, asking if fresh paint increases sale price versus a needing-paint condition and noting a hardware store selling Devoe.
Denton County shoppers found fine melons at Turner Bros Store priced 25 and 40 cents each. Phone numbers listed for inquiries.
Beers for sale by the bushel at $1 per bushel with delivery. Contact KR L Selby by phone. The Sample company promotes coffee options including White House, Maxwell House, Schotten's, Guatemala, and Java blends in three sizes. Teas offered feature Lipton, Tetley, India teas and bulk gunpowder tea.
An advertisement claims Dr. Hobson's Eczema Ointment cures unsightly skin eruptions and itching. It asserts instant relief, rapid healing, and doctor endorsements with a two week example from Mr. Alleman of Littletown. Sold by druggists or by mail, price 50 cents. Pfeiffer Chemical Co. Philadelphia and St. Louis.
Denton Floral Co advertises Chicago Growers stock with roses and carnations arriving Fridays and Mondays. They urge advance orders for special occasions and note design materials and ribbons in stock. Also promotes Ballard’s Snow Liniment for back strain with local sale details.
Advice on using prescribed medicines effectively to aid doctors in treatment. Emphasizes careful, accurate compounding by experienced staff and low prices. Offers fresh, pure drugs and free city delivery.
Advertiser seeks a moderate priced Denton home for sale on monthly payments with no down payment. They request the seller provide name and address and can meet after six at the Record and Chronicle office. Also promotes Denton County watermelons and peaches with contact numbers.
Notice from W. J. Grady Superintendent states all water light and power rents are due and must be paid by the 410th of the month under City Council rules.
The committee announces today and Friday as the last days to sell season tickets at 2.00. They urge all residents of Denton and Denton County to act now to secure the discounted price, with tickets available at four banks. Signed by L. D. Borden chair, J. Be Wilson, and H. G. Allen.
W. J. Fowler serves as Deputy Comptroller of the Currency and outlines authority under Na 1442-2-2. The notice reproduces role and jurisdiction indicating official duties and scope of power.
In the Eastern District of Texas a district court proceeding concerns J. W. McFall, a bankrupt from Denton County. Creditors are addressed regarding the bankruptcy, with the case action and venue noted.
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