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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1909
Page
2
The Record and Chronicle lists subscription rates and terms for Denton Texas. It notes weekly publication, second class mail status, and that notices may be corrected if a reflection upon character or reputation is printed.
A Waco Times Herald writer, praising Jefferson, critiques 1896 1900 and 1908 Democratic platforms. He argues natural rights founded republican government and warns that drift toward centralization and socialism endangers liberty, urging repeal of laws to preserve decentralization. He cites Madison Jackson and Roosevelt to defend states rights and constitutional limits.
A visitor from another town praised the Daily Record and Chronicle as the best small city paper he had seen. The piece notes the community to decide whether to secure the Standard Business College and what residents intend to do about it.
The Galveston sea-wall withstood the strongest wind and waves, preventing a repeat of 1909 horrors. It shows the city remains secure behind a granite barrier and that Gulf hurricanes are not more frequent than inland tornadoes. The wall preserved money for locals in six hours of Tuesday's storm.
A vintage advertisement offers a one hundred dollar reward for an uncured catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney & Co of Toledo. Local wholesalers Walding Kinnan Marvin vouched for Cheney's integrity and ability to fulfill obligations. The product is taken internally with testimonials available and a price of 75 cents per bottle.
Denton County officials report interest from out-of-county renters for next year and push for gas supply via Lone Star Gas tied to Clay County wells. Prospects hinge on regional gas development and a railroad link to Slidell, with chamber efforts to attract settlers, industry, and investment to boost growth.
Diversification in Denton county expands this year with Carying, poultry raising, and truck gardening interests growing annually. The passage emphasizes diversification as the key to prosperity and asserts the vast possibilities of the region.
A vintage ad touts Mr Kings New Life Pill as gentle on sleepers, claiming it cleanses the system and cures colds headaches constipation malaria. The copy urges readers to visit J F Raley & Co for purchase.
Denton and Wise county readers get step by step on growing a second Irish potato crop. Select small seed potatoes, sprout larger ones, store in shade, protect from hens, and mulch with straw. Sow in late August, cover four inches, then cultivate shallow. Follow with plowing and harrowing to retain moisture for a bountiful frostproof harvest and home seed stock.
Ice cold watermelons can be had at night at the Alliance Milling Company's.
Houston Tex July 24 The coast country seeks to resume normal business with laborers paper-hangers painters and bricklayers needed. Deaths total thirty six by noon today and damage estimated at two and a half million dollars across the coast region with possible ration needs for farmers in some districts.
Houston report lists two additional fatalities from the storm. A man named Jarvis and John Finlay are confirmed dead, raising the storm's toll in the Rock Island area.
Miss Martha and Allen Wolfe received a telegram announcing Maurice Wolfe and his six children were drowned at their Angleton area plantation during Wednesday's storm. The Wolfe residence was wrecked in the same event.
Velasco Texas residents report a severe storm Tuesday that devastated the town, with over 200 houses affected and more than a dozen left standing. One man, a Black resident, was killed as gulf water surged inland up to three miles. Quintana reportedly escaped harm.
Galveston Texas reports the recovery of Capt Bettison and his wife and a negro woman found near Tarpon pier. Dailey of Galveston remains missing. The Bettisons died after a fierce water struggle with extensive injuries. Wharton suffered heavy damage. El Campo and Columbia also wrecked as the storm damaged most industries and homes. Loss pegged at about 100000.
Headache-icks Capudine offers relief from colds heat stomach and nervous troubles. Described as liquid pleasant to take and acting immediately. Available in 10c 25c and 6c sizes at drug stores.
Winter coal buyers urged to visit Tay lor Bros at the old Thompson gin for Denton’s best coal. Curtis' Laxative Syrup from Curtice Drug Store is promoted as safe pure and effective.
An advertising note promotes Simmon's Liver Purifier claiming it cures liver trouble and restores health. The product is sold in tin boxes for 25 cents per box.
An old advertisement notes Curtis violet water for 5 cents at Curtis' Drug Store and promotes Foley's Orino Laxative for stomach and liver trouble. It claims it sweetens the stomach, regulates the bowels, and is superior to pills. Garrison & Kimmins advertise Want ads in the Record and Chronicle.
Chase warns the princess of looming upheaval on the island as mine unrest and rival heirs threaten order. A tense ride reveals danger, while their flirtation deepens amid secrets about marriages, divorce rumors, and Paris plans.
Capudine advertised as a remedy to relieve headaches and nerves, promising a clear head for business. Sold at drug stores with claims of soothing head and nerve tension.
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