12 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1913
Page
1
An advertisement urges parents to open a bank account to fund a son’s future business. It links discipline, credit, and savings to a child’s self sufficiency, promising growth of funds as the boy rises in business with sound banking.
The Denton County National Bank announces its officers and directors. President W. B. McClurkan. Vice President J. L. Blewett. Cashier B. H. Deavenport. Ags'J. Cashier R. M. Barns. D. R. Turner. W. J. McCray. J. F. Raiey. G. H. Blewett.
Ruth Trietsch, 44, daughter of John Trietsch of Blue Mound, suffered severe hand injuries when she attempted to stop a small windmill. Both hands were struck by sharp metal edges, crushing a hand and mutilating a forefinger, with a broken and mashed thumb risking amputation and permanent disability.
Forecast for Denton and vicinity calls for increasing cloudiness. Friday temperatures ranged from 75 1/2 to 105, with tonight and Sunday likely similar warm and humid conditions and no significant precipitation indicated.
Forecasters predict more clouds Sunday to dampen a blazing heat wave that set multiple weekly records. The run of extreme temperatures included 102 on Sunday 105 Monday 106 Tuesday and 110 Thursday per the Experiment Farm thermometer.
A promotional note extols pluck, application and tenacity as keys to success with the Exchange National Bank. It claims such qualities, backed by the bank founded in 1881, enable an account to grow and seize opportunity, marking the bearer as a winner.
W. B. Martin and W. A. Swindell, held on felony charges, escaped Friday night by cutting through two sets of steel bars at the county jail.
W. B. Martin and W. A. Swindell fled Denton county jail early Saturday after sawing through two sets of steel bars and a drain pipe. Jailers reported no alarm and Sheriff Orr issued a $25 reward each for the fugitives, with searches spanning fifty miles. Claude Cook and Liam Sissons, also jailed on murder charges, were said to be in the run-around when the escape occurred.
County towns host speeches for and against Resolution 18 with speakers including Judge J v Pierson and Hon Alvin Cc Owsley. Owsley addressed Sanger and Milliken missed Lew isville appointment while Hill Ferguson spoke in Sanger against the amendment and McCook spoke in Garza. Alvirt M Owsley addressed Normal students in support Saturday morning.
To those who showed kindness during our bereavement for our mother Mrs BR CG Bass we extend heartfelt thanks for the floral gifts music and words of comfort expressed by friends and neighbors from her children Bast
The text reports that all belligerents urge Russia to end Balkan hostilities and suggests the struggle is near its end as both sides are exhausted while the Bulgarian government suppresses news of losses.
Sofia reports Russia has full power to end hostilities as all belligerents seek a resolution. Bulgarian authorities suppress news in Sofia and suspend all newspapers to curb unfavorable reports while war offices claim victories.
Mulhall asserts aiding Aldrich in the senatorial battle as revelations intensify. An alleged lobbyist for the Manufacturers' Association continues to tell startling details as House and Senate clash over utilizing a witness.
Reverend Tahan, a learner from a distant community, recounts memories of an Indian race. He contrasts his people’s traditions with perceived merciless conduct by whites. The lecture defends cultural heritage while criticizing colonial brutality.
The notice lists a packed Chicago arts evening with Frank J. Cannon and the Chicago Artists performing tonight. Sunday afternoon and night feature Rogers and Grilley harpists, followed by Monday afternoon Neapolitan Singers, Father Cronin, and Monday night Neapolitan Singers with Mrs. General George E. Pickett.
July 12 report describes Martin Mulhall testifying before Senate and House committees. He claimed the National Manufacturers Association worked to defeat McComas and Hughes while secretly supporting labor-favorable nominees. Mulhall cited payments to Carl Downs and efforts to influence the Rhode Island labor vote.
Vienna dispatch reports mobs storm government offices in Sofia before troops drive them off. Several citizens killed as the royal palace is surrounded and tensions rise in the capital.
Negotiations between Turkey and Bulgaria over the frontier line have collapsed. The Turkish government demands Bulgaria withdraw immediately from all territory south of the Enos to Midia line or face Turkish military action to expel them.
London dispatch reports Bulgaria anxious for peace after a failed coup. Hostilities are believed virtually ended though a durable peace settlement is expected to be lengthy due to many complicating factors and involved parties.
A locomotive struck a car in Los Angeles on July 12 killing Carl Huffman his wife their three children and his aunt. A fourth child escaped injury. The tragedy occurred when the vehicle failed to clear the crossing.
A masked man tried to rob the night clerk of a fashionable Colorado Springs hotel this morning. He killed the nightwatchman who tried to intervene and fled. A posse is in pursuit.
Mexico City July 12 An anonymous letter threatening to blow up the United States embassy here was received by Ambassador Wilson and referred to the Mexican foreign office for investigation.
Judge J H Harrod a prominent Arkansas figure was killed instantly when struck by an automobile driven by J E B Madding of Pine Bluff. Madding surrendered and was charged with manslaughter and assault to kill.
Patterson New Jersey July 12 The silk mill strike worsened as water service was cut to hundreds of idle families raising fears of an epidemic. Health authorities warn conditions could worsen if supplies are not restored.
Martin H. Mulhall began his testimony before the Senate lobby probe committee last night. The panel focused little on the vast stack of letters and documents he produced, but enough was recorded to hint at his alleged ties to Marshall Cuching, ex secretary of the Manufacturers' Association.
Laredo report says American authorities secured the release of Robert Hazelrige William Randolph and Isaac Cade who were held for ransom by rebels near Hidalgo. Mexico City dispatch notes 30 000 workers seek military instruction to defend national existence as do women school teachers per El Pais.
American Consul Ellsworth in Piedras Negras reports Washington requests immediate release of two Dallas men, L. L. Davis and John Rives, held prisoners by the Constitutionalists.
An Associated Press dispatch from Belfast reports injuries to policemen and civilians during the Twelfth celebration of the Orangemen. Nationalist and unionist crowds clashed until police interference led to a broader assault on officers.
The Chautauqua program in Denton featured William Tahan delivering a powerful defense of the American Indian. He recounted the Little Big Horn massacre and Indian customs, including scalping origins and tent etiquette, in a manner praised as among the era's most remarkable speeches. The Strollers quartet provided a mixed program in the same session. Tyler votes $300,000 road bonds with a three to one majority.
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