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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1910
Page
2
The Record and Chronicle lists subscription pricing with monthly, six and twelve month options and notes second class mail status. It also includes a public notice inviting readers to report any erroneous reflections for correction.
In Denton Texas July 19 1919 the Weather Bureau forecast generally fair weather but a heavy afternoon rain disrupted events. The column muses on Oklahoma gubernatorial candidates Denton’s visibility and a proposed federal building, then cites Texas health data on tuberculosis urging cleanliness and caution as essential to public health.
A local remark links the three years four months spent removing a single Poindexter saloon in Cleburne to the challenge of eradicating more than 4,000 saloons across Texas, noting the answer remains unseen.
The piece notes two congressional races outside the home district. Tyler District features Judge Geddie opposing Congressman Russell, who was appointed as a federal judge. Randell District sees Randall facing B Q Evans of Greenville. The paper predicts both favorites are likely to win.
Denton’s official count misses a thousand boarding students and over 2,000 suburban residents just outside the city limits. Census rules exclude them as bona fide residents, though local businesses view them as part of the community. If suburbs are included before 1920, Denton’s figures would improve markedly.
The piece notes demand for repealing or amending the fire insurance board bill as the session’s main issue. It questions Governor Tom’s plans beyond that bill and hints at possible political maneuvering, urging scrutiny of any moves by the governor. It reflects expectation and skepticism about the session’s agenda and outcomes.
The Terrell Transcript notes census data showing Denton up 547 in the last decade to 4734 and teases Edwards of the Chronicle about reactions. It recalls teasing McKinney after its population lead by twenty, and questions Terrell's own growth amid scholarly talk.
A historical clipping notes 2979 deaths in Texas and references the great white plague as the death rate in the state. The fragment implies a public health report linking tuberculosis to Texas mortality.
A writer laments the lengthy state political campaign and its disruption to business. They note seven months of campaigning from January to July against governors and other offices, with candidates and supporters investing time and money. The piece questions term limits and the frequency of elections in a broad, reflective tone.
The Waco Times-Herald surveys the Texas governor race as Colquitt and Cone Johnson emerge as front runners. Colquitt benefits from papers backing him and anti statewider stances while Johnson leads with prohibitionist support despite Bailey memories. The contest centers on who best channels Republican and prohibitionist sentiment in Texas.
The piece analyzes a Texas primary showing Colquitt and Johnson as favored by Bailey allies while Poindexter struggles to unite Bailey followers. Davidson is weakened by anti and pro factions, leaving Colquitt or Johnson as the likeliest top vote getters amid hostile press and rival camps.
The Houston Post reports correspondent J B Rosser on Poindexter forces near Dallas. A planned statement promised action but produced a tame document. Senator Bailey refused to join the campaign, stating he supports Poindexter personally but will not lead militants in the race. The Dallas meeting at the Oriental hotel drew about twenty five attendees.
Fragment reads that the chief purpose of the states was to incite Bailey to mili tant activity. The text appears as a partial quotation referencing actions and motives without full context. No additional entities or dates are provided.
A heated debate on prohibition and governor contenders features Rev. Beckham praising Poindexter and attacking Johnson for shifting stance. Jones counters with questions on legality of statutory prohibition and compares records, urging support for the consistent Prohibitionist Poindexter.
A historical remedy note states Hicks Capuchine will banish aching feverishness and restore normal conditions. Budine is said to cure headaches of all kinds including sick nervous and those from heat cold grip or stomach disorders. 10c at drug stores.
Monroe Michigan attracts visitors as a bronze tablet marking the birthplace of the Republican Party becomes the center of a language dispute. College professors and Former President Eliot clash over wording while President Taft unveils the tablet attracting tourist attention.
A speaker in the city debate ridiculed Poindexter supporters by saying they favor total prohibition and target saloons near churches or schools. He praised Johnson's record as broader and urged loyal prohibitionists to back Johnson to defeat Colquitt, insisting Colquitt could endanger Johnson.
Denton Tex July 19 1918 A letter to the Record and Chronicle defends Hon Cone Johnson from a circulated claim that he said Hell would be full of prohibitionists. The writer attributes the origin to remarks by Hon R Q Mills and Dr B H Carroll in a Waco Texas debate with Mills replying to Carroll.
Advertises private one hour lessons for entrance examinations to public school Normal or Industrial. Instruction offered by Mrs. C. C. Yancey at 116 W. Hickory St. Tuition totals 12 lessons for $1.50.
A joint debate will be held Friday night in Justin with A. B. Honeycutt of Cleburne representing Judge Poindexter and A. A. Puckett of Kaufman representing O. B. Colquitt in a contested discussion.
An ad promotes a 40 cent rate for 16 words weekly in the Daily and a Week in the Weekly Classified. The notice markets affordable exposure for readers and advertisers seeking small space announcements.
State Secretary C. Be Evans spoke to a large student body at the Normal campus Monday on the improvement of rural schools. He delivered an instructive and enjoyable lecture as the summer normal nears its final exams and more than 600 students prepare to leave Texas.
A Democrat in Denton County pledges support for girls dormitory funds at the Girls Industrial School, Denton Normal School appropriations, and liberal aid for state schools. He claims authorship of the Pure Food Law and locating its department in Denton and stresses submitting to district Democrats and developing state resources.
A brief ad offers to cover grocery bills this month for grocery business owners. It mentions two contact phones and identifies the advertisers as LONG & KING.
Promote habit of contacting G. W. Elbert for groceries fruit jars caps rubbers poultry and eggs. This notice directs readers to buy assorted essentials from the local supplier.
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