21 Jul 1913
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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1913
Page
1
A bank draft costs less than either a post office money order or an express order, especially in larger amounts. Drafts issued to the customer and endorsed return to the issuing bank as a receipt, and are drawn on New York and Chicago, payable anywhere in the United States.
A financial notice urges readers to open or deposit with a bank citing prudent management and reliability. It emphasizes trust, steady interest, and safe handling of funds while inviting customers to review the bank’s sound practices.
The Denton County National Bank lists its officers and directors including W. B. McClurkan as President J. L. Blewett as Vice President B. H. Deavenport as Cashier R. M. Barns as Assistant Cashier D. R. Turner W. J. McCray J. F. Raley and G. H. Blewett.
Official confirmation from Bucharest states Bulgaria has accepted Roumania's peace conditions and agreed to terms with Greece and Serbia. The dispatch notes Bulgaria’s alignment with Balkan peace negotiations and the broad regional settlement.
The Daily Telegraph correspondent in Demir Hisar estimates about 50 000 people have been killed in the last three months, most of them Turks, amid ongoing hostilities.
The funeral for Captain L. Floyd, Plano resident born July 14, 1847, was held at the Christian church. A large crowd attended. He is survived by his wife Ella Vinson of Elizabethtown Kentucky and daughters Mrs Joe L Blewett of Denton and Myrtle Birdie and Bess Floyd of Plano.
Mrs. V. Edna Henson a Christian Science practitioner went on trial in Canyon Texas charged with illegal practice. The prosecution says she accepted money from Daniel Lehman for treatment. Eight lawyers including one from Boston, Mass., defend her.
July 21 Texarkana reports the race for Senator Vaughn successor may hinge on the official count. Dr. Oliver of Cass county and C. A. Wheeler of Bowie county are the leading contenders.
Pluck application and tenacity define a man who can’t be nailed in death. Without these traits he is a mere corpse from cradle to grave. Pluck opens an Exchange National Bank account and with tenacity and application his wealth grows as opportunity appears. Fortified by these essentials and the bank motto SAEFTY and SERVICE, he is a sure winner.
An authoritative statement warns of developments in the Huerta administration over the next two weeks of tremendous importance.
Washington officials report alarming signs from Mexico with two weeks seen as pivotal for Huerta, though details remain undisclosed. High government sources say developments could have tremendous implications for the Huerta administration.
Americans at Madera Chihuahua face threats from bandits. Francisco Villa's rebels will provide protection and 100 cavalrymen have been dispatched to relieve the Americans.
The American Consul in Mexico City requests a gunboat from Washington after rebels threaten Frontera and occupy nearby American plantations causing damage.
A Linion League crowd of about four thousand fans raided the ball park yesterday after discovering the so called Bloom er Girls were actually men in disguise. Police escorted the team off the field as three officers were injured. A young boy pulled the center fielder's hair and exposed the disguise.
A square mile of cotton near Mountain Peak in Ellis County was wiped out by hail yesterday. The Hugh McAlpin residence was struck and destroyed by lightning, and the Maypearl Presbyterian Church suffered heavy damage.
Fort Worth resident W A Hanger announced in Sundays papers his candidacy for governor next year. He is identified as an anti candidate in the report.
An advertisement extols Curtis' soda water and ice cream as pure and delicious with flavors that are perfectly balanced and served cold and smooth. The copy emphasizes careful production and consistent taste, ending with a clipped flourish.
Amended measures were rejected heavily with a vote margin over four to one. Denton County shows a strong anti amendment majority, estimated around 15 to 1 in favor of no changes.
A statewide vote saw all three constitutional amendments decisively defeated with only four counties Travis Bexar El Paso and Galveston reporting any favorable returns. No. 18 drew overwhelming opposition, while the salary and judges amendments fared better in some counties. Dallas News tallies show large margins against all amendments statewide.
After a season opening defeat Prosper seeks a second game with Millers at home this week. Both teams are said to be strengthened for the rematch and aim to rebound quickly.
Atlanta Texas July 21 with four small boxes yet to be counted Dr Oliver asserts a nine vote victory over C A Wheeler of Texarkana in the First Senatorial District election.
In Washington on July 21 Senator Burton of Ohio denounced free trade as untimely and attacked the ad valorem tariff plan while Senator Smoot charged a foreign lobby influenced the Democratic tariff bill.
Martin Mulhall resumed testimony before the Senate lobby committee and presented a lone blacklist of Congressmen the Manufacturers' Association allegedly aimed to drive from public life for supporting labor legislation. He noted another list including Champ Clark was in disfavor for opposing Speaker Cannon.
In Washington on July 21 the foreign relations committee shows strong Senate support for the presidents policy of protection and supervision over Nicaragua. The Nicaragua treaty proposed by Secretary Bryan will have backing of leaders from both parties and does not bind the United States to Nicaragua's debts.
Republican Senators told Democrats there will be no general filibuster to delay the tariff revision bill. While sharp criticism and dire predictions will be voiced in debate, Republicans do not plan to employ filibuster tactics or block final action on the measure.
Governor submits message covering appropriations direct election of senators and penitentiary laws amendments. Carter presides as president pro tempore of the Senate.
Gov Colquitt delivers a message to the special session proposing an $11,306,168 two year appropriation plan plus $1,382,822 from the regular session for a total of $12,679,000. Senate elects Ed Carter as president pro tem. The house adopts a resolution to correct a miscount on the initiative and referendum vote, threatening its passage.
In Austin on July 21 the eve of an extra legislative session, rumors spread that opposition leads the governors penitentiary reform plan with both anti and pro sides included in the opposition.
The regular July term of County court convened Monday for a three week session. The first week will focus on criminal business. Dockets show light Civil docket orders with several cases set for weeks two and three.
Mrs Tennie Wimberly charged with killing her husband on October 16 1941 was re arrested by Sheriff Orr at Mineral Wells and brought to jail here Sunday Her bondsmen J F Baker John Sublett of this city with Riley Manery and Mr Taylor of Jones county filed affidavit Saturday asking to be released The case was continued at the last term of District court.
The article extols cigars as the real delights of tobacco noting proper blending moist air storage and a fresh draw with cigars kept as here.
Most threshers around here have completed contracts and turned in their gear last week. Frank Hawk of Denton said his outfit closed Friday night and yields ranged from fourteen to twenty eight bushels, with an expected county average near twenty bushels.
Earl M. Greer carried every county in the district to win the unexpired term of his late father Senator W. J. Greer. The July report shows a complete district sweep in the succession bid.
A note extols fine letter papers from major makers, praising Symphony Lawn for its pure white and colored dull finish. It highlights tablets boxes and pound packages as available options with an aristocratic air.
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