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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1909
Page
2
Public notice requests readers to report any errors linked to firms individuals or corporations for correction by the Record and Chronicle upon notification to the publishers.
The Cleburne Enterprise urges a candid discussion of political figures in Texas. It questions statements by Gov Tom on party platform loyalty and a possible future candidacy while noting Tarrant county’s road bond vote and water meter issues amid public scrutiny.
The Mineola Monitor misstates prohibition rules about giving away whiskey in local option precincts. The paper notes confusion among 'givers' and 'givees' after an investigation found the law does not prohibit all sample distributions as captioned.
The Chamber of Commerce and Mr Lewis sign a contract urging public action to secure a new Standard Business College. They state money talks and the matter rests with the people who must speak. Denton’s board aims to boost local education and position the college as a top Texas institution with strong female enrollment.
Tennessee Senator Bob Janior offered a lighthearted tale that brightened a somber session. The incident, shared during remarks, sparked smiles and a brief moment of levity amid serious proceedings.
In a church scene a speaker recounts suffering under war and harsh tariffs, likening it to a paralyzed patient restored only by faith. A revival mood prompts testimonies, and Brother Jones, hobbling to the aisle, quips that the Lord has nearly ruined him.
A 19th century style advertisement offers a one hundred dollar reward for an incurable catarrh case cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It cites F J Cheney Co of Toledo and endorsements from Walling Kinnan Marvin wholesale druggists. The text promotes internal use and testimonials and notes price and availability from druggists.
A solitary gunman entered Smith's restaurant in Waco Texas at 3 this morning held the clerk and took $40 from the cash register before escaping. Local police investigate the holdup as the chase continues.
L S Napier of Rugless writes that after ten years of torture from piles while riding a horse, all doctors failed but Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured her. The ad claims the salve is infallible for piles burns scalds cuts boils fever sores eczema salt rheum. Guaranteed by J F Raley & Co.
A brief ad from Long and Turner Co offers hot weather lunches featuring peanut butter sandwiches. The notice emphasizes availability of peanut butter for customers seeking cooling, simple meals during warm days.
The remedy is described as stopping chronic coughs that weaken the constitution and cause constipation, while healing and strengthening the lungs. It promises relief in severe bronchitis asthma hay fever and lung trouble. Garrison Kimmins.
Ice cold watermelons can be had day or night at the Alliance Milling Company's location. The note advertises round fruits and convenient hours for customers seeking refreshments.
In an interview with Hessig Ellis Drug Co one of the largest wholesalers in the Southern state they report growing demand for Q-Ban Hair Restorer and Q-Ban Hair Tonic. Drugstores order these preparations in greater quantities than any other for the same purpose and offer a six bottle trial with money back guarantee if no color change. The tonic is claimed to boost hair growth three to six inches per year and improve overall scalp health including dandruff. Availability noted at all druggists with guarantees.
Prof G L Marshall backs a new Denton business college with a $25,000 building and a correspondence school. Slidell offers a $10,000 to $100,000 railroad bonus to connect Denton via Krum, promising Fort Worth and Dallas outlets. Denton should invest to attract immigration, improve roads, and boost land values.
An old advertisement touts Mr. King’s New Life Pills as a remedy that cleanses the system and cures multiple ailments. It contrasts the “night riders” who rob rest with a product claimed to ease cold headaches constipation malaria and related ills. Manufactured by J. F. Railey & Co.
Fort Worth July 23 delegates to the State B Y P U encampment at Palacios passed through on their way home. Weather Bureau warnings of an approaching storm credited with saving lives as guards kept people indoors hours before the storm reached Palacios and campers sheltered in cottages with no injuries reported.
Advertises Rexall Orderlies as a candy like remedy for constipation with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. Promises no griping or annoyance and claims two sizes for 25 cents. Also urges readers to compare prices for plumbing supplies and work from Wilson Hardware Company.
Cheatham's Laxative Tablets praised for quick relief of chills and biliousness with no bag effects. Portable pocket size. each box costs 25 cents by Geo. Westlake.
Washington July 23 Congressman Randell failed to force Speaker Cannon to appoint a judiciary committee for his resolution. He offered two anti employment bills to bar accepting corporate jobs influencing legislation, but no committee was named. The resolution was laid on the table by a strict party vote.
An advertising note promotes Foley's Orino Laxative as beneficial for stomach and liver trouble and habitual constipation. It claims to sweeten the stomach and breath, stimulate the liver gently, regulate the bowels, and surpass pills and ordinary laxatives. Garrison & Kimmins.
The notice advertises sending the Daily Record and Chronicle during summer travel with daily address changes if needed. It promises the usual home price of 40c and offers back copies if an issue is missed.
A San Diego drowning occurs after an undertow pull. A Texas rice belt storm causes about 100000 dollars in damage. A Galveston quarantine station is wrecked by the same storm. Palacios camping site loses tents and a bathing pavilion but no injuries. A Duluth cloud burst inflicts 1500000 dollars in damage. Six convicts testify to Texas investigations, mostly criticizing Huntsville prison discipline. Washington circles see tariffs at stalemate. France’s President asks Briand to reorganize cabinet. Confederate pensioners to receive 15 dollars for July and August. At Hot Springs Mrs. E P Dorrence is killed by a burglar. Amarillo prairie dog crew reports 234090 killed since Jan 1.
Mrs. Eula Presland of Greenfield Tennessee praises Hunt's Cure for fifteen years as a constant remedy for itching skin issues including eczema and ringworm. She calls it peerless and a true friend, priced at 50 cents per box.
Reports from Denton County describe heavy to light rainfall across towns including Pilot Point Litt le Elm Aubrey Tioga Sanger Bartonville and Krum. Newt Weaver Mayo and Big Elm Creek areas saw strong downpours Friday morning while crops benefited in spots though overall moisture remained short. R L Bass ill with fever was listed as improving under physician care.
Before laying in your winter supply of coal you should see Tay lor Bros at the old Thompson gin. They handle the best coal ever brought to Denton.
George Grady a conductor on the International and Great Northern was run over and killed in San Antonio today.
A local notice proclaims Curtis' Laxative Syrup as safe pure and effective available for 50e at Curtis Drug Store.
Denton resident J. H. Tennis reports long standing back ache dizziness and kidney weakness improved after using Dean's Kidney Pills bought at J. F. Raley & Co. He now works as if younger and recommends the remedy. Price is 50 cents per box. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name.
Venton July 23. Local markets are dull and unchanged. Fort Worth Livestock receipts: cattle 1800, hogs 600. Steers steady with tops 4.25, cows lower with tops 3, calves steady to 5.59, hogs strong with tops 7.85.
Domestic markets were steady yesterday while Liverpool declined. Spot prices closed in Galveston at 12 1 2c, New Orleans at 11 1 2c, New York at 12.20 and Liverpool at 6 52 per bushel. A further July wheat break in Chicago caused a loss of a bushel, with a close around $1.13 8.
Prices current for corn and corn chops include car and shelled corn per bushel with wholesale and retail ranges. Hay and oats rates cover prairie hay Johnson grass hay baled shucks and wheat No. 2 per bushel with varying wholesale and retail marks.
The notice lists prices for PRISH POTATOES CORN MEAL LARD BACON CANTALOUPES ONIONS ROASTING EARS EGGS BUTTER and BUTTER FAT in wholesale and retail terms. Figures include per bushel per sack per dozen per pound and delivery terms for residences hotels and boarding houses.
Poultry prices show turkeys and hens at seven cents per pound, fryers twelve and a half, old roosters ten to twelve and a half cents each, guinea fowl at one dollar fifty per dozen, ducks three dollars per dozen, geese not on market, with each item listed under Ib.
Hogs per hundredweight gross light five to six and a half cents dressed seven to seven and a half. Cows per pound gross two and a quarter to two and three quarters cents.
The last spike in the Palestine to Rusk railroad was driven today by President Ozmen of the Board of Trade in front of a large crowd. Train service will begin in a few days. Hides and dry hides prices per pound are listed in the ad.
This will interest mothers M others Gray's Sweet Powders for children provide relief for feverishness headaches upset stomach teething and worms. They help move and regulate bowels and claim to break up colds in 24 hours. Pleasant taste harmless as milk and loved by children. Over 10, dvd testimonials of cures. Sold by all druggists 25 cents. Ask today. Don’t accept any substitute.
Curtis' Drug Store advertises violet water as a hot weather necessity priced at 50 cents, offering a cooling tonic for customers during peak heat.
An early 20th century advertisement touts Simmons Liver Purifier promising full cure for liver trouble. Sold in tin boxes at 25 cents each alongside Curtis' Fountain offering pineapple snerbetic drink.
An old advertisement touts Perry Davis Painkiller as a cure for bowel discomfort and cramps in any season. It promises quick relief when pain starts and emphasizes the product’s unique status and effectiveness.
Thirsty patrons are invited to enjoy ice cold watermelon or cantaloupe at Ideal restaurant. Refreshing options are described as invigorating and cooling for a hot day.
Garrison and Kimmins promote Foley's Kidney Remedy for kidney or bladder symptoms. The ad claims the medicine stops pain and irregularities and strengthens the organs, urging early use to avoid dangers such as enfeeblement or more serious issues.
On a shaded estate, Chase warns Lord Deppingham and Browne that islanders may revolt after a looming legal fight. A gunshot narrowly misses Chase as the group seeks safety, prompting Princess Genevra to confront him and set the tense scene for further danger.
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