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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1910
Page
3
The Illinois Senator Lorimer faced formal bribery charges presented to the Senate on Tuesday. The report notes the development amid coverage of the Texas Optical Association's eighth annual convention in Daling.
Cotton markets show gains in New York and New Orleans with prices around 15.20. Liverpool spots rise three points while New York and New Orleans hold at 15.20 amid heavy late trading. Fort Worth livestock receipts include cattle calves and hogs with firm beef and hog prices. top bids reach $6.50 for beef steers and $9.35 for hogs.
In the Texas League Dallas lost 1 to 2 while Fort Worth won 4 to 0 San Antonio defeated Houston 4 to 2 Galveston topped Wace 4 to 2 and Oklahoma City 4 Sareveport 2 in 15 innings In the National League Chicago beat Philadelphia 6 to 5 Brooklyn won 10 to 6 over Cincinnati St Louis beat New York 5 to 4 The American League New York 4 over St Louis 6 Detroit 4 Washington 6 over Philadelphia 4 Boston 7 over Chicago 6 In the Southern League Mobile 3 Memphis 1 Nashville 6 New Orleans 3 Birmingham 2 Chattanoga 6 Atlanta 5 Montgomery ?
President Taft nominates W. D. Crum, a Black man, for the post of minister resident and consul general at Monrovia Liberia. The nomination seeks a high diplomatic role and signals the administration's outreach in West Africa.
By a six vote margin the House moved the railroad bill to a conference committee rather than accept the Senate version.
Col. Roosevelt spoke at Oxford before an enthusiastic gathering and was awarded the honorary degree of Doctor of Civil Law by the university.
Mrs. J A Long hosted a morning entertaining Miss Areta McCormick with cards for forty two. Abney of Dallas won guest honors and Gertrude McReynolds achieved the high score. Refreshments were served by Lois Bailey and Nina McCormick to a list of guests including Rosa Lee Rathbone Willie May Abney Dallas Gertrude McReynolds Winnie Woodward and others.
A Denton resident testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills permanently cured kidney trouble after backache and lameness. The testimonial cites durable relief since 1905 and endorses the product as a reliable kidney remedy sold by Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo New York, sole US agents.
Only two days remain for Dallas to raise the $100,000 needed to complete the $400,000 Southwestern University bonus. The fundraising push seeks to secure the incentive for the university project.
A Buffalo resident praises Dr King’s New Life Pills as an easy but sure remedy for stomach liver and kidney troubles in a letter recommending the product. The note claims the pills have been a blessing to the family and mentions a 25 cent price at J F Raley & Co.
Prairie Mound reports dry pleasant weather for harvest with crepe crops needing rain. Mrs. Houser and daughter from Cas tille visit sister Mrs. L Crawford. Mrs. Potts and family go to Denton. Freeman of near Krum visits. Rance Bround’s young daughter is ill. Mrs. Bround and son visit Rance. Elbert Hall and wife from near Denton Creek visit. V Roach and son visit Sunnydale community.
Rev Gambrell says submission petitions continue arriving at a lively rate and he is confident the required number of signatures will be attained.
A member of the University of Michigan Board of Regents is in England to urge Col. Roosevelt to accept the university presidency. The move signals an effort to place Roosevelt in the top post of the institution.
The postal savings bank bill cleared the Senate and is now in the House where members show reluctant interest. Debate time has been capped at eight hours, signaling cautious consideration of the measure.
A severe quake struck central and southern Italy Tuesday with Avellino hardest hit. Twenty three people are reported killed and thousands left homeless as residents abandon homes and camp outside.
Death notices: Raymond Blanken Meyer age 18 months near Denton on May 28 and Mrs. Mary Ida Argo age 26 near Denton on May 10.
An advertisement targets elderly readers warning about constipation and offering Rexall Orderlies as a safe, convenient remedy. It claims the product relieves bowel disorders without harsh side effects and offers a guarantee that the user pays nothing if claims aren’t substantiated.
R. V. Davidson spoke at Cumby to a sizable crowd as R. R. Williams introduced him. Cone Johnson addressed about 250 in Kountze, Judge Poindexter spoke to about 250 in Denison, and O. B. Colquitt drew cheers in a packed Henrietta district court room.
A reader letter extols Hyomei as a cure for long standing catarrh and throat ailments. W K Engle reports dramatic relief after two weeks using the inhaler and urges others to try the complete outfit for a dollar and an extra bottle for fifty cents. May 30-Jn8-20.
Mrs G Vaughn visits daughter Mrs J W Stuart northwest of Denton. O V Reach and son Frank visit Mrs 3 P Roach. Locals at Denton include J E Elrod R S Dobbins R S Starr M L Yeck Oscar Bryan Ben Daugherty J W Stuart Dennis Beaird J L Bryan J M Cargil and Mary Millwood of Gorin visit friends. Vada Elrod very sick. A heavy shower helps crops though heat last week hurt corn. D F Yeek and J W Hammonds went to Corinta Saturday.
A woman's health hinges on a strong body. Constipation and kidney poisons cause pimples and dull complexions. Electric Bitters regulate stomach liver and kidneys purify the blood and give strong nerves and clear skin. Try them for 60 cents at J F Raley & Co.
Dr. G S Fraps Texas state chemist outlines three preservation methods for exhibit fruits and vegetables. Method one uses formalin with light protection and gradual strengthening solution changes. Method two mixes zinc chloride and formalin for light colors. Method three uses bisulfate of soda for dark fruits, noting all preserved produce is unfit for consumption.
Rawson offers Haviland China in stock a plain undecorated pattern for purchase. Sold singly or in sets of 100 pieces at 45 dollars per set.
June 7 Sanger text reports light rain and multiple social notes. Sermons by Rev Nicholson, visits from residents to Wellington Pilot Point Garland and Denton events. Attendees include Misses Nicholson Ready Bates and Garrison. I O O F lodge attended Oak Grove decoration. several ministers returned from Oak Grove.
Lewisville column notes local social activity with several names visiting relatives and friends in Dallas Denton Waxahachie Fort Worth and Fort Worth areas. It records Miss Wilma Gentry returning from Dallas and lists multiple guests and returns including Miss Fay Jasper Miss Margie Sparks and Miss Edna Gulledge McGregor among others with travel to Waco and Denton.
Mrs Wilt Starr of Pilot Point and Miss Lula Drake visited Denton area friends while balloon ascension drew a large crowd. Visitors include Noau Roark from Den Mrs J G Powledge and Dr W Geers from Pilot Point. J B Stotler travels to St Louis for six weeks. Mr Gray backs moved from Mineral Wells. others from Krum Belew and Nocona share community notes. Rev W J Tincher was returned home.
June 7 Corinth report notes heavy rain making land too wet to plow. Local activity includes visits by Mrs. J. P. Garrison and Mrs. F. A. Bennett, a Denton crowd on Monday, and farm interest as W. D. Pockrus thrashes. Mrs. E. A. Garrison is ill and picnic planning at Lynchburg continues. Ike Davis's baby is very sick.
June 9 report from Garza details Henry Berry burial in Fort Worth. Visitors include Don Emple and R. E. Newton from Lewisville, Clow Bailey of Denton visiting grandparents J. M. and Mrs. Bailey. Dixie Boyd of Lewisville named Garza school principal for the coming term. New teachers Virginia Goode of Denton and Carter of Arlington named for Garza school. A welcome rain aided crops.
June reports from Krum and Justin note visits among residents, travel to Denton, Sanger, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Chillicothe. Local health news mentions smallpox quarantine for a Justin family after Nanniebell Layfield’s illness.
Miss Overshiner of Valley View visits sister Mrs J Hornaby. Miss Hattie Conley of Sherman visits aunt Mrs J B Ben. A rain Monday night aids crops as farmers finish cutting Wheat. Miss Nannie Pafford of Justin visits aunt Mrs T C Eubanks. Modern Woodmen hold decoration services for departed brother Willie Black.
June reports from Little Elm note farmers nearly finish cutting wheat as thrashers prep to begin. Stinson Dudley returns from Denton, Jim Fuqua back from Arizona with family planning a month’s return. Little Elm Reds lose two in Denton 6 5 and 3 2 with King officiating and White Sox managing. Tom Killingsworth’s home destroyed by fire, total loss.
Farmers report most crops cut while a Saturday shower boosted corn and cotton growth. Miss Claudie McReynolds and Tempest Holloway attended quarterly conference at Cooper. Mrs Upshur Wilson seeks health at French wells. Mrs Mary Blakely returns to Denton. Rev Miller preached at Wesley. Wess Scroggins went to Sanger. Alfred Young to preach at Wesley Chapel next Sunday. Local league meeting held Sunday night. Kate Taylor returns home from school. Some local children have whooping cough.
A concise note compares classified want ads to house rentals, suggesting individuals seek clearer or more effective postings. It hints at the practicality and visibility of wants versus rent signs.
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