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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1909
Page
2
The notice lists six month and one year mail rates in advance with prices noted as forty cents, two dollars, and four dollars respectively for delivery. It presents a brief pricing table implying changes or options for readers.
Notice to the public states that erroneous reflections about individuals or corporations in the Record and Chronicle will be corrected promptly upon notification to the publishers. The policy emphasizes accountability and invites readers to report inaccuracies.
The Houston Post notes Johnson's Seville address from nearly three weeks ago. The Alabama Supreme Court rules whiskey and beer are property protected from confiscation. Denton moves to expand the Tyler business college into two stories to improve local education. Standard backs establishment of a first-rate school.
County Judge Zumwalt and Court Attorney Mays seek to clear old cases with little chance of conviction. Several chronic dockets were dismissed to refresh the calendar for the next term. Denton county shows strong Farmers Congress presence at College Station, with attendees Hoffman, Beck, McGalliard, Biles, Work, Ganzer.
A French representative reportedly crossed the English Channel in thirty minutes, beating mail boats and proving French ingenuity in auto and aviation advances. The piece notes Pasteur's impact on medicine and Curie's radium discovery, arguing decadence claims are overstated.
Senator Gore of Oklahoma advocates exchanging some Democratic congressmen for Republicans to benefit both parties. He cites Murdock and the anti Cannon group and suggests aiding anti-Cannon and stand-pat Republicans, while hoping for defections and even a possible exchange of prisoners.
The Abilene News criticizes Denton county and West Texas promoters for painting a lush garden of Eden while drought lingers. Dispatches report moisture short of helping cockle burrs grow, contrasting Abilene’s green conditions with Denton county’s failed crop prospects.
The passage notes that Denton county suffers more criticism from other regions than its peers in Texas. It argues Denton papers have not described the West harshly and suggests envy fuels comments about Denton’s situation and migration.
The piece critiques the idea that a party platform loses binding force after an election. It cites The Denver platform and Texas endorsements, arguing Democrats should not abandon core ideas post defeat and that platforms reflect governing principles rather than voting tactics.
Waxahachie Light criticizes the direct tax plan to fund road building, warning it would bankrupt the nation. The opinion signals communal concern that direct taxes burden the wealthy and strain national finances.
An editorial urges better road funding through higher and more accountable taxes, arguing labor or money taxes are often underpaid or shirked. It calls for doubled value for labor taxes, stronger enforcement, and public agitation to transform road quality, noting Texas counties' yearly road quality as a profit indicator.
A reader from Halletsville Texas endorses Hunt's Lightning Oil as a great pain and spray reliever. The ad notes prices of 25 cents and 50 cents per bottle and includes a customer testimonial from C. C. Cook.
The article reports on efforts by local business leaders including Lt With a Slidell-Denton group to secure a Santa Fe connection benefiting Denton County. Directors of the Chamber of Commerce have diligently pursued locating an experimental station in the county, with President Owsley planning a trip to Austin to advance welfare matters at personal expense. A new member paid two months in advance, while visitors from Illinois Iowa Missouri Alabama express interest in Denton County, praising its artesian water and relative drought resilience.
A Denton attentive to economic prospects receives notices from Tennessee and Charlotte advocates. A Tennessee sender extols canning profits and requires a man to operate a factory with proper climate conditions. A Charlotte, North Carolina correspondent urges a cotton mill in Denton and cites past Gaston county successes.
No spoony business for chills and biliousness. Cheatham’s Laxative Tablets are fine with no bad effect unlike quinine. They are convenient to carry in the pocket and come in a 30 spoon package for 25 cents per box from Geo. Westlake.
Dr Wood Hutchinson argues against the idea that summer calls for light meals. He says a healthy breakfast should be substantial with meat fish eggs and beer or wine at ten or eleven. Poor appetite signals may stem from sleep in unventilated rooms or late hours rather than a true need to skip breakfast.
An old advertisement contrasts night riders Calomel Croton oil and Aloes pills with Dr King s New Life Pills. The copy claims the product never distressing but cleanses the system and cures colds headaches constipation malaria. See J F Raley Co. 4.
Curtis' Drug Store advertises violet water as a hot weather necessity priced at 50 cents. The notice highlights its cooling use and availability at the local drugstore.
The Texas Farmers' congress opened sessions in College Station. A Natchez sheriff used a car to spirit a Black man from the city during a mob search. The decomposed body of G H Dalley was found near La Porte after dying at Tarpon pier. Patrick J Lynch of Beaumont Elks club was murdered. rewards totaling 1400 offered. Immigration chief Keefe says alien smuggling largely halted. efforts will continue. A general rain favoring Panhandle to Wichita Falls. crops dying in places but feed and cotton crops increasingly assured. Frenzied French reaction to Blériot crossing the Channel. London ovation and payment of 5900 by a London paper. Reports deny Taft and Diaz meeting at San Antonio. El Paso meeting remains planned. Governor Campbell criticized platform jumpers and urged discipline. no names given. The penitentiary committee plans continued session and an expert audit to Sept 1 1907. witnesses Hawkins and Barbee testified. Republican tariff conferees completed work. Aldrich notes progress on many items and pending decisions on hides. Elm Fork rise improves Dallas water. Record Crossing dam near top despite large pumps. Denton creek rise may flood dam. arrests continue for emergency ordinance violations. railroads cut off from water.
Marfa Tex July 27 following the arrest of four others Land Commissioner Terrell was arrested yesterday charged with assault with a deadly weapon. The complaint was made by Antonio Cordova and is related to an investigation into homestead entries around Marfa whichfrauqg has been charged in sever al instances.
Alta Souther a liveryman in Cleburne Texas was shooting a target rifle when a shell entered his right eye. Doctors fear loss of sight in that eye. The incident occurred this morning at the livery stable.
An 25 cent tin boxed liver purifier ad claims it restores liver health and full vitality, promising the reader will feel as if the liver is back to normal and free of trouble. The pitch emphasizes instant improvement and full satisfaction.
Agapito Trevino, a peacemaker, is hospitalized in San Antonio after being slashed across the throat and chest during a street fight. Police seek Maurice Diaz as a suspect. Trevino not expected to survive.
Capudine for That Headache promises quick relief from nerves and haze. The ad touts Capudine as a remedy to clear the head and brace nerves, urging purchase at drug stores for those facing a busy morning.
Ice cold watermelons can be enjoyed around the clock at the Alliance Milling Company. The offer highlights year round freshness and convenient service for customers seeking chilled fruit.
Inspector Sam Hawkins testified before the penitentiary investigating committee Monday about conditions in the North Penitentiary. He defended his treatment of convicts while acknowledging limits in knowledge of contracts, mining, and detailed rules. Witnesses and convicts later indicated convicts valued staff kindness but feared sergeants after his departures.
In Sherman Texas on July 27 Dr W R Howards residence and contents burned at noon with an estimated loss of 5000 dollars and 2500 dollars insured. The blaze started from flames used in fumigating for mosquitoes.
Advertising blurb urging readers to buy coal from Tay lor Bros at the old Thompson gin in Denton, claiming they offer the best coal ever brought to the area. It emphasizes prewinter supply and local merchant promotion.
Granbury, Tex., July 27. The ash drawer of the Frisco station was robbed of 25 dollars last night. A man named May was arrested near Tolar with the stolen money on his person and is held for examination.
Georgetown Texas July 27 The fifth annual Williamson County Old Settlers association reunion opened today with a large attendance. Attorney General Davidson will deliver an address tomorrow.
In a cosmopolitan tale Chase faces danger as a bungalow burns and gunfire erupts near the chateau. Genevra and Chase duel with desire amid political intrigue and a deadly mission involving Rasula.
In a chateau scene Genevra confronts fear as Chase faces death in the burning bungalow. She recalls his warning and urges action while Des Demplings and Bobby Browne stand by. The group debates a rescue as the blaze rages and Chase's fate hangs in the balance.
An old advertisement offers a reward for catarrh cures and hails Hall's Catarrh Cure as a blood and mucous system remedy. It includes endorsements from Walding Kinnan Marvin wholesale druggists Toledo and F J Cheney Co. claims of reliability and internal use. It lists price 75 cents per bottle and notes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Thousands fill Amarillo streets for the parade marking the start of a three day auto racing meet. The city welcomes visitors as cloudless skies shine over the planned races and related festivities.
Headache fetish? Capudine advertised as a liquid remedy for colds heat stomach and nervous troubles. It claims immediate action and pleasant taste with three price points 19c 25c and 50c at drug stores.
Austin July 27 The emergency rate on Texas cotton gin machinery set to meet Louisiana cut rates was cancelled today by the Railroad Commission.
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