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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1913
Page
2
The Honey Grove Signal extols liquor bill flaws and praises press solidarity while mocking the United States ban on Jack Johnson. It questions Colonel Johnston and Colonel Milner's succession rumors, arguing the declination signals disinterest rather than certainty.
The Houston Post notes Denton County’s wealth amid Texas road bond activity since 1909 and a $75,000 election in the Lewisville district. It highlights Texas Press Association ads and profits, plus Governor Johnston’s appointment to the state college regents as further signs of public interest in agricultural affairs.
Chronicle and Statesman note the Daughters of the Republic and the Daughters of the Confederacy clash over a Capitol room, with a temporary injunction keeping the Governor and Public Buildings Superintendent from removing them. Offices occupy a corridor as Legislature acts. The oil suit at $115,000,000 dominates debate.
Denton friends of District Judge Charles F. Spencer note a commendation from the Gainesville Register which once opposed his nomination. The current term of the District Court ends tomorrow after a lengthy session begun last April, with many cases docketed over the years now nearing clearance.
Wew will insure your wheat and other small grain while stored anywhere in Denton county. Write, phone or call at our office. w. T. BAILEY & CO. Old phone: 54 New pla 180.
The article notes Judge Spencer as a doer who keeps the court mill grinding and pushes through cases without delays due to technicalities. It mentions two weeks or more spent on revess to let farmers and witnesses attend harvests, praising his official duty and fairness. Watermelons from Denton County arrive at Turner Bros store, priced 25 and 40 cents, with phones listed.
Fresh shipment of Kaffir corn feed announced by Arkansas Mill at 286 cents per unit. Sale highlights point to poultry feed options and pricing for local farmers.
The Williams Stock Company is described as the best stock company playing in Texas. Local patrons praise its performances and announce upcoming shows featuring featured acts and engagements across the state.
I Have Allied Myself With the Ward Harrison Loan Co. of Ft Worth one of the strongest loan companies in Texas and I am now well prepared to make you a loan on farm lands. The loan can be promptly arranged and can get you a big or a little loan. If you're in a hurry for money on your farm lands see me at once.
Sunday school times at First Presbyterian 9 45 Westminster League 6 30 p m Cumberland Presbyterian 9 45 a m prayer meeting 7 30 p m Rev R L Rogers to preach at 11 a m Central Presbyterian Bible school 9 45 Junior Endeavor 4 p m Christian Endeavor 6 30 p m prayer meeting 8 15 p m Wednesday. Rev Dr Caldwell sermon topics partiality with God and obedience to the final test of discipleship evening services 8 45 p m.
Church of Christ on Pearl and Bolivar lists Bible classes at 10 00 am and services at 11 00 am and 7 45 pm led by C E Wooldridge. Piest Baptist Church sets Sunday school at 9 30 am with J H Legett as superintendent and youth groups afternoon and evening programs.
The pastor preaches at 11 oclock on Spiritual healership. Dr J H Gambrell state superintendent of the Anti Saloon League speaks at 8 oclock. First Methodist Church South C T Cooper pastor Sunday school 930 M L Williams superintendent Senior League at 6 pm. Pastor conducts services morning and evening 11 and 8145. Miss Bessie Smith conducts League service at 715. Welcome to all.
Sunday school 9 45 a m Prof P E McDonald Supt Junior C E 4 p m Mrs Yancey Supt Intermediate 7 p m Mrs Wolf Supt Seniors 6 30 p m Prayer meeting Wednesday 8 15 p m No preaching due to pastor in revival at Mesquite Communion with Sunday school Christian Endeavor 4 p m Intermediates and Seniors 7 p m Turner Bros offer South Texas comb honey.
F J Cheney & Co of Toledo is endorsed by the National Bank of Commerce with a 15 year relationship cited as evidence of honesty and financial capability to meet obligations. Hall’s Catarrh Cure advertised for internal use with direct action on blood and mucous membranes at 75 cents a bottle, sold by physicians and druggists. Hall's Family Pills for constipation also promoted.
Leader Miss Madie Brownlow presents Treachery from Psalm 53 and 50, with notes by Mr. Geo Kirby. Guarding the Tongue from James 3, led by Miss Susan Cobb. The Slanderer from Psalm 50, with Mrs. Vivian Rogers. The Gibe from Luke 7:28-35 and The Perfect Cure from First Corinthians 12:4-8 led by Miss Wisdom and Miss Pearl McCormick.
At Central Presbyterian Church the program includes readings, songs, and talks led by Miss Boone Miss Ethel Baker Miss Harrel and Alfred Grant. Topics cover speech conduct scripture and moral examples followed by notes on Texas Endeavor activities and Army chaplain Ramsden speaking at the State Convention. Forty four Texas newspapers publish a Christian Endeavor column weekly.
A Denton Texas promotional notice invites readers to join a July 22 train trip to Fowlerton LaSalle County. It touts crops and irrigation as key advantages with claims of $100 net per acre on cabbage lettuce and bermuda onions. Land available near town at 35 dollars per acre with easy terms and renter options. J H McAnear listed for details.
Hard work in bent positions can cause a back stitch and muscle strain. Ballard's Snow Liniment offers penetrating relief during such times. Prices 25c 50c and $1.00 per bottle. Sold by KR H Garrison. Also notice about vendors lien notes and contact via Record and Chronicle Denton Texas.
Public notice summons in Denton County Texas for Hoda King and many heirs in land dispute case No. 5714 filed June 20 1913 by J H Nimmo against Rhoda King and others. It lists four land tracts in Rhoda King and J N Gibson surveys and alleges title clouds due to chain gaps and estate administration irregularities seeking title relief and removal of clouds. Court to convene August 25 1913 at Denton County Courthouse for next term.
A letter from R Ledbetter to Denton residents urges parents who have moved to Denton to have their children transfer from their former district. They should see R Ledbetter or County Superintendent J J Mc Cook before August 4 to complete the transfer.
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