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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1909
Page
2
Public notice from the Record and Chronicle promises corrections if any erroneous reflection appears in its columns. The statement outlines the policy on addressing character or reputation concerns and invites readers to notify publishers for corrections.
Denton must offer inducements to attract visitors and boost business. Trades Day could revive the city and county economy, with Dauntless efforts echoed by other Denton County areas. Attendees may receive credentials for the Southern Commercial Secretaries' association in Atlanta.
The town backs concrete sidewalks and a $830 contract as Denton welcomes Texas teachers for the North Texas Normal summer session. The Normal and Industrial schools shift to summer terms, bringing hundreds of new faces while local supporters push street improvements amid a favorable Denton County outlook and anticipated fall immigration with good crops.
The North Texas Normal opened with about a hundred more students than last year. While scholarship funds were vetoed, the institution is expected to benefit as more students choose this normal. Vacations begin as 1,500 public school students enjoy three months off. Construction on the Central school building advances after delays, aiming for September occupancy.
Fort Worth Star Telegram notes several Texas counties, including Denton in Justice Precinct No 1, moving to issue road bonds as a path to prosperity. It argues good highways boost agriculture into markets and spur factories, with Denton voters facing a $150 000 bond split taxes and farmers benefiting from shared improvements.
Hick's Capu chine claims to relieve aching feverishness cure the cold and restore normal conditions. Liquids work immediately. Price points 10 25 and 50 cents at drug stores.
The moon entered an eclipse Thursday night, darkening a large portion of its surface for about an hour or two. The shadow began soon after moonrise in the east and moved halfway up its nightly path before the last light returned. Folys Kidney Remedy ad follows.
William Jennings Bryan, via the Commoner from Lincoln Nebraska, calls Democrats to come together in each district to nominate unpurchasable candidates. He warns trusts have gained influence over some Democrats and predicts the 1912 campaign will hinge on these decisions.
A man from Cheney Washington recounts a dangerous lung illness caused by a collision that stumped doctors. He spent 10 to 15 dollars per visit with a Spokane specialist and traveled to California without relief before using Dr King s New Discovery which cured him. The advertisement promotes 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles with a trial offer guaranteed by J F Raley & Co.
Colorado river hits twelve feet at Austin as workers battle drift wrecking a wagon bridge. The drifting jam endangers the bridge and crews remain busy clearing the channel through the night.
J. O. Moore of Atchison Kansas endorses Hunt's Cure noting personal experience and that friends agree it cures a larger percent of skin troubles, especially itching, than any other remedy. Price listed as 0c per box.
Kerrville Texas June 4 Jas Ambigon aged 52 was killed by lightning today near London He was a pioneer of Kimble county Deceased leaves a widow and six children
A patient reports relief from stomach trouble after using Dr King’s New Life Pills. He notes dyspepsia and indigestion disappear and praises improved appetite, nerves, and vigor. Pills priced 25 cents at J. F. Raley & Co.
Mrs. J. W Phelp was found dead in her bedroom in Alpine Texas this morning with a bullet hole through her heart. A revolver lay beside her. Police investigation to determine if suicide or foul play is involved.
About a dozen Denton veterans will travel to Memphis for the annual Confederate veterans reunion. They will depart on the 12:05 train to Dallas where Fifth brigade members gather, with the Memphis train leaving around 3 o’clock. Included from Denton are General W. J. Lacy J. D. Whayvre E. J. Brock D. F. Kirkpatrick Whayne Robertson Alex W. Robertson Dr. J. R. Edwards Eugene Whitehead and sponsors Miss Susie Hopking and Miss Robertson. Some may travel via Texarkana.
An 19th century ad proclaims Hunt's Cure treats all forms of itch with equal effectiveness for rich and poor. It promises guaranteed relief and lists a price of 56 cents.
News brief notes the shooting death of B. Simpson near Elizario in El Paso County. Other items report Judge Felix J. Menard's candidacy for the Court of Criminal Appeals, relief needs after the Zephyr storm, and various regional updates including the Pathfinders’ Denver to Mexico City trek, Mineral Wells politics, and the Jefferson Davis memorial park dedication in Fairview Kentucky.
A beauty feature credits five women across age ranges with gold medals for beauty two years ago and attributes their hair to Parisian Sage. The tonic, claimed to cure dandruff stop hair loss and prevent gray hair, is sold by QC M Curtis at 50 cents a bottle with money back guarantee. Send 50 cents to Giroux Mfg. Co. Buffalo New York for delivery. June 16 25.
Parcel note lists Parisian Sage offered for sale by O M Curtis with minimal details. Item described as fragrance or scent product available through local seller. No further specifications or pricing provided in readable text.
Ada Okla June 4 Dan Schrieber was convicted on a charge of killing Seek Putnam marshal of Allen Oklahoma The jury was out thirty minutes Four others are charged with the murder and will be tried at this term of court Schrieber and others were hurried from Ada during the lynching of four cattlemen amid fears of mob action
Warning about ointments containing mercury that harm smell and the body. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney & Co Toledo is described as dangerous and mercury laden. The ad urges prescriptions from reputable physicians and notes testmonials and a price three dollars per bottle.
New York June 4. It was announced today that the Schwarz child and Sulzberger Packing Company will immediately enter the Southwest and erect large plants in Texas and Oklahoma.
An advertisement extols Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as unmatched for cuts burns bruises sores and skin conditions. It claims supreme effectiveness for sore eyes cold sores chapped hands and piles and promotes a 25 cent price at J F Raley & Co.
Washington June 4 The Agricultural Bureau reports cotton condition on May 11 at 81.1 percent, up from 76.7 a year ago. Acreage is 4.96 percent higher than last year.
An old advertisement touts Hunt's Lightning Oil as the sole remedy for aches pains stiff joints cuts and burns claiming the fastest surest relief with 50 cent and 25 cent bottles offered.
Austin June 4 charter granted for the Houston Fosteria and Norther railroad with capital of 50000 dollars. The line will run from Fosteria in Montgomery county to Midline, five miles distant.
Fragmentary notice states baled shucks sold at four dollars a ton or per bale with claimed food value equal to one day’s ration. Details unclear due to damaged text but identifies Alliance Milling Co as the authority.
Denton Texas resident E P Pickrell testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills relieved years of back pain and frequent kidney secretions after cold or overexertion. The advertisement urges readers with kidney symptoms to buy Doan's at 50 cents from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY, sole US agents.
In the Wickiup, Whispering Smith and McCloud discuss Sinclair’s gang and a plan to ride toward South Mission pass to counter the threat. McCloud worries for Marion and vows to avoid bloodshed while Smith sleeps. Dicksie Dunning and Marion Sinclair loom as key figures ahead of an early breakfast.
Chapter Xil describes the start of the Crawling Stone line under President Bucks with a push to reconstruct the system for through traffic. Glover funds large undertakings and orders year round construction, challenging older mountain men and rallying younger workers led by McCloud and Anderson to push toward the lower Crawling Stone valley despite Mears’ winter concerns.
Real estate column highlights daily offerings from leading Denton firms with frequent changes. Read today for current listings and tomorrow for new opportunities.
A hundred foot front property offered for 750 dollars is described as well located and a good bargain. Wylie Smith & Co Real Estate invites readers to see them next door to the post office.
Reporter advertises 200 acres of land five miles south of Decatur available for trade for property in Denton. Interested parties are urged to contact immediately.
The notice urges country readers to place announcements in the Weekly Record and Chronicle for broad rural reach. It emphasizes that the publication reaches areas the Daily misses and invites entries for next week's issue with forms due by Wednesday and copy ready by Monday or Tuesday.
Tensions arise over crossing ranch lands with Dicksie and Lance Dunning at odds with Stone ranch leadership. Rumors of Sinclairs irrigation plans for Crawling Stone valley surface as Dicksie frequents Medicine Bend and Marion, restricting hats, tests loyalties, yet the feud tightens their bond amid ongoing disputes.
Colds that linger weaken the constitution and may develop into consumption. Foley's Honey and Tar is advertised to cure persistent coughs that do not yield to other treatments. Do not experiment with untried remedies as delay may allow your cold to settle on your lungs. Garrison and Kimmins.
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