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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1912
Page
2
Denton coverage dwells on upcoming aviation and chautauqua events, local leaders visiting, and citizen support for Morris Sheppard. It urges civic pride as Denton’s economy grows from schools, factories, and outside investment, urging readers to contribute to local institutions.
Denton High School advertises for Normals to donate one hour each afternoon to algebra geometry or trigonometry. Address Logan A. M. Mathematic S Denton Texas 252 South Locust.
Turner Bros announces potato chips added to upcoming orders with an invitation to try a sample. The note highlights the brand and urges customers to include the product in their next purchase.
Neighbors recalled gunfire near the Hope farm on Tuesday as Claud Cook surrendered to the sheriff after being urged to drop a matter. Sheriff Beging and deputies hurried to the scene while Cook awaited a jail visit and a possible preliminary hearing. Interment for D. B. Hope occurred Wednesday at 4 PM in the I. C. C. F. cemetery.
At 3 o clock Wednesday afternoon 516 students enrolled with daily total not expected to drop below 600. Readily surpassing last year’s first day count of 568, indications point to a substantially higher overall enrollment this summer.
The North Texas State Normal started its term on Wednesday with 11 AM student registrations. Offices were busy and many students will register on Thursday or later as more arrive by train this week. Secretary Smith expects higher attendance than last year, with totals possibly surpassing 600 for the summer. Last opening day saw 568 registered, rising to 767 by early next week and possibly the 800 mark, despite the Canyon campus opening.
An advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a cure for weak nerves and poor health in women. It claims benefits such as bright brains, even temper, rosy complexion, restful sleep, and strong muscles, promising relief from indigestion backache headaches and dizziness. Available at J F Raley & Co for 50 cents.
Full results from Ohio's Democratic primary are not complete. In 75 counties Harmon leads Wilson by about 8 195 with 76 237 to 68 042 though 2 806 listed Clark and 2 108 Bryan on ballots. After subtracting 4 914 progressives, Harmon's margin narrows to just over 3 000 and he has 22 of 42 district delegates.
An old classified style notice urges customers to call phone 44 for grocery deliveries. It promises first class service, prompt delivery, and right pricing from Long and King.
Associated Press dispatch from Austin reports the Texas Criminal Court of Appeals reversed and remanded the case of Dr. A. J. Menefee of Hill County who was convicted of fatally shooting Frank Glasgow and sentenced to life imprisonment.
Beechnut Peanut Butter in all sizes appears with fresh stock. Turner Bros advertises fresh catfish today. Ideal Restaurant markets dining options. A model 20 Buick car is for sale cheap for cash, with Dr. Martin as a contact.
A nostalgic note on Eastman and the Kodak evolution from the 1888 model to today. The ad promises a full stock of Kodaks and supplies at the store with Brownie cameras $1 and up, catalogs available, and free delivery by phone order.
A local shop touts framed pictures to brighten homes with prints like The Song of the Lark The Gleaners and The Bodenhausen Madonna at attractive prices. They feature factorymade oval frames and can frame photos while you shop, with options to regild heavy frames and add new mats. Sample trays are on display.
In Argyle on June 4 the rain provides crop benefit while many locals visit or travel. Mentions of Dr. Palmer of Dallas, Rev. Sooter moving in, and numerous residents visiting Denton or Bartonville. Classified ads hint at cooking beans and a Denton Traction timetable with routes and schedules.
County examinations for certificates begin at the County Superintendent's office Thursday morning and continue for three days. The timetable lists Thursday forenoon subjects History of education physics solid geometry English and American Literature. Thursday afternoon Psychology chemistry plane geometry American literature. Friday forenoon Texas history physics spelling reading. Friday afternoon Methods A S history geography and agriculture. Saturday forenoon Arithmetic grammar physical geography plane geometry. Saturday afternoon Civil government government algebra general history composition.
Miss Jennie Keyte announces a piano music lesson term starting Tuesday June 4 at 36 West Sycamore street with BEN SULLIVAN and MISS KEYTE'S MUSIC CLASS in the City meat market area consolidation on West Side Square.
Harold Kantner the nationally famed aviator is due in Fort Worth tonight from Hillsboro to attend the Moisant aviation meet. He will be at the park most of tomorrow and flight arrangements are being prepared by his manager after a successful Hillsboro meeting.
Sanger notes report a presbyterian Sunday school picnic on Clear Creek, a bac calaureate sermon at the Methodist church, and graduation exercises at the opera house Monday. Roma King and Kate Gentle wed at the bride’s home. Harvest of the grain crop began this week and local ads draw replies as readers respond in the classified force store in Denton.
Light rain fell Saturday as local residents shared visits among towns. J E Chambers and family from Lewisville called on his parents. Laura Brown and Ruby visited Eula Moore in Argyle. J A King in Argyle. Alex McMakin in Denton. Double Oak school held a large exhibition Friday night.
The Chautauqua lineup features Signor Lacerenza directing a 22 piece Italian big band with Ruth Bowers Concert Company as violinist, operatic soprano Sibyl Sammis MacDermid, pianist James G MacDermid, illusionist Laurant, and other notable acts including ex governor folk and Belle Kearney among lecturers and performers from Venice to New Zealand.
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