Trades Day prizes at Inton fair offer cash and goods
Denton citizens announce a June 18 trades day with prizes from local firms. Awards include cash, merchandise, subscriptions, and hats for livestock, produce, and baked goods. Exhibits go to the Dock building and live stock on Ash Street. Chamber of Commerce seeks turnout and contributions for Dallas Fair display.
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Bat
sicClarkan Dry Goods Co
A. Gibson Grocer
Exchange National Bank
Faultress
Crain Grocery Co
Denton County
Evers Hardware Co
Jarrell Evans Dry Goods Co
Arthur W. Palmer
American Beauty
MecClarkan Dry Goods Co
J. A. Hann & Co
Weekly Record
Chronicle
W. B. McClurkan
O. M. Curtis
W. W. Batton
Julian Scruggs
Magill & Shepard
Denton Chamber of Commerce
Denton County News
Curtis
Inton
Dallas
Chamber of Commerce
Ash Street
Jenton County Bank
Wheat crop shipment arrives from state experiment farm
Two loads of a $910 wheat crop from the state experiment farm arrived late Saturday afternoon. The shipment's origin and exact destination were not specified.
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State Experiment Farm
Denton County Wheat Yields Reach Lead Off 27 Bushels Per Acre
H C Holmes of Blackland Experiment Farm reports two acres averaged 27 bushels 49 pounds with grain weighing 59 to 61 pounds after cleaning. A third harrowed acre yielded 28 bushels. Thrashing starts Monday across many sections as harvest continues with expected county averages around 14 bushels per acre.
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Denton County
H. C. Holmes
Blackland Experiment Farm
Alliance Mill
Holmes
Notice of Denton County Equalization Board Meeting
In compliance with law and an order of the Commissioners Court of Denton county Texas the court will convene as a board of equalization at the courthouse on June 13 14 and 15 1910 to proceed with the duties of equalizing assessments for state and county taxation for 1910. W T Bailey County Clerk Denton Co Texas by W R Orr Deputy. 2td 2td
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Commissioners’ Court
Denton County
Texas
Commissioners Court
Court House
Denton
A. D
W. T. Bailey
Denton Co
W. R. Orr
Rainy County Sees Best Rain In Years Says Krum Reporter
Joan Pace of Krum reports the local area looks fine after a long awaited rain described as one of the best in years. Weather brought relief to farms and roads in the county area.
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Joan Pace
Krum
Hardin and Company Move Lumber Yard to East Hickory
Hardin and Co. announce relocation from West Hickory to their own property opposite the Masonic temple on East Hickory in Denton Texas. They plan to expand their stock and continue lumber business serving Denton and Denton County, seeking continued and new patronage.
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West Hickory
Masonic Temple
East Hickory Street
Denton
Texas
Denton County
H. H. Hardin & CO
J. W. Bone
Alliance Milling Company Stockholders Meet in Denton
The annual meeting of the stockholders of Alliance Milling Company will be held at their office in Denton on Tuesday June 14 at 10 oclock A M Secretary FP M Rayzor invites all holders to attend.
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The
Alliance Milling Company
C.heir
Denton
FP. M. Rayzor
Itawdy
Farmers Implement and Vehicle Co. Bundles Twine
Twine supplies plentiful at Farmers Implement and Vehicle Company. Local shop reports ample stock, serving farmers and ranchers with sturdy binding twine for bale tying and general use.
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Farmers Implement and Vehicle Company’s
Workers Conference of Denton County Baptist Association Meeting
The Denton County Baptist Association Workers Conference meets at First Baptist Church in Denton. June 13 begins at 9 30 a.m. with devotional led by Rev W H Carder Roanoke, reports from the field, sermon by Rev Geo B Butler Austin, dinner at noon, board meeting at 2 p.m., and a 3 p.m. ladies meeting urging large attendance for important matters.
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Workers’ Conference
Denton County Baptist Association
First Baptist
W. H. Carder
Roanoke
Geo. B. Butler
Austin
Denton
Died Sunday Afternoon Alderman Jones Funeral Planned
Alderman T. M. Jones died at his Bell avenue home Sunday afternoon after a three week pneumonia battle. He was 63 and survived by four married daughters. Funeral services are set for Monday at 3 30 p m at the family residence followed by interment at the City cemetery.
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T. M. Jones
Bell Avenue
Jones
Mr. Jones
Arch 12
A. B. Minnerly
Drop
Hollyfield
Near
Aubrey
eBaman
New Mexico
Eubanks
Oklahoma
First Christian Church
Fire destroys Tom Killingsworth home near Little Elm
Capt A M Bush reports the house of Tom Killingsworth on the Ola Potter place near Little Elm burned Thursday. Loss includes household goods meat and feed with no insurance and an estimated range of 80 to 1900 dollars.
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A. M. Bush
Tom Killingsworth
Ola Potter Place
Little Elm
Abney Building Sold For 12500 Front Foot Deal
Deeds recorded Friday show Mrs. M. E. Abney selling the Abney building on the square to W. B. McClurkan. The West half already owned by McClurkan expands to 50 feet frontage by 120 feet deep valued at 500 a front foot.
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M. E. Abney
W. B. McClurkan
Abney
McClurkan
McClurkan & Co
Civil service exams held for post office clerks and carriers
A civil service examination was conducted Saturday here for post office positions. Applicants listed include Elbert Naugle Valentine Leach Earl Darnall Jack McMath and Chas Kirkpatrick.
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Elbert Naugle
Valentine Leach
Earl Darnall
Jack McMath
Chas. Kirkpatrick
Summer School Open for High School and Grades
Those who wish to attend the summer school should arrange promptly. Work begins Thursday, June 7 at 9 a.m. Pupils should bring report cards. B. W. Miller, New Phone 443.
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B. W. Miller
Fire Sale Plans After Denton Fire Damages at Grand Leader
Mr Toplitz of Toplitz and Zesmer in Dallas reports fire and water damage to stock at 169 Elm Street Dallas. He will move goods to Denton after settling with the Insurance company and hold a big Fire Sale at the Grand Leader with prices unheard of in Denton County.
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Toptlitz
Toplitz & Zesmer
Grand Leader
Denton
Southwestern Nation Company
Elm Street
Dallas
Toplitz
Insurance Company
Denton County
June 18 Declared First Trades Day by Chamber of Commerce
The chamber of commerce announces June 18 as the first Trades Day of the year with range events planned for Saturday.
Trades Day 1910 Set by Chamber of Commerce with Prizes
The Chamber of Commerce designates Saturday June 18 1910 as the first trades day. Secretary McCook says it will attract a large crowd due to strong advertising and farmer participation. Premiums will be offered for seasonal produce to showcase crops for a future Dallas fair.
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Chamber of Commerce
McCook
Dallas
Russell
News doubts publishable name in Russell letter evidence
Under the caption A Statement the News says it possesses evidence identifying the author of the Russell letter but the proof is not perfect. It will not publish or privately name the man, noting he opposes Senator Bailey politically.
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Dallas
Russell
Bailey
Summer School Opens at College of Industrial Arts
The summer term opened Monday with 50 students enrolled. More students are expected to enroll in the next few days. The faculty remains practically the same as during the regular term.
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College F Industrial Arts
Alvin Hill Sets Fast Round Trip In Hupmobile
Alvin Hill of Lewisville drove his new Hupmobile to Denton on Sunday morning and returned in one hour five minutes for the round trip. The long sandy zone roads made the drive notable given the vehicle size and rough conditions.
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Alvin Hill
Lewisville
Denton
Denton Chautauqua July 20 29 Evening Schedule
Denton Chautauqua runs July 20 to 29 with three daily sessions. Notable attractions include Rev F DeWitt Talmage D D July 20 30 pm and acts by The Nee Sisters Madame Mountford and Captain R H Hobson across several evenings. Season ticket two 50 and daily 50 cents, full program lists 36 attractions.
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F. DeWitt Talmage
D. D
Edward Elliott
Nee
Ira Landrith
Madame Mountford
Jerusalem
R. H. Hobson
Wellington Vandiver
Epworth League Conference Held at Methodist Church
The Epworth League conference met at the Methodist church in Iowa with strong attendance and spirited sessions. Rev. Whiteside welcomed visitors, Rev. Barcus and Rev. Kirk addressed the gathering, the Jones sisters provided singing, and Miss Alma Edwards spoke on missionary calls with plans for further talks and Round Table discussions on devotional work and league activities.
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Epworth League
Iow
Methodist Church South
T. Whiteside
E. R. Barcus
Gainesville
Misses Jones
T. M. Kirk
Sanger
J. A. Oldd
Round Table
Jones Sisters
Alma Edwards
Sais
League
Jones
Quarte
Mision
State Bank at Lewisville Erecting New Building
Work began Monday on a brick two story structure in Lewisville housing the new Lewisville State Bank on the main floor. The post office will occupy the rear and the Knights of Pythias lodge will use the upstairs space.
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State Bank AT
Lewisville
New
Lewisville State Bank
Knights of Pythias Lodge
South African visitor considers Denton home
A Smith of South Africa is a guest of A. Toplitz and contemplates making Denton his home.
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A Smith
South Africa
A. Toplitz
Mr. Smith
Denton
Train Derailment Blocks Elm Bridge at Mingo
Northbound Katy passenger train derailed on Elm Bridge at Mingo after collision or derailment incident. All cars reportedly derailed with no immediate word on injuries or casualties. Authorities investigate cause and assess bridge safety and service disruption.
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Elm Bridge
Mingo
Train Derailment Delays Northbound Katy Train at Little Elmbottom
Northbound Katy No 2 derailed near Mingo in Little Elmbottom on Saturday afternoon. The engine tender and six cars left tracks, but no crew or passenger was hurt. Warrenized details indicate tender trucks jumped the rail, train speed was low, and no cars overturned. Passengers were transferred to Aubrey and Denton for the return voyage.
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Katy
Union Pacific
Little Elmbottom
Mingo
Elm Fork Bridge
Aubeey
Denton
Wheeler peaches debut in county from Garza grower
B F Smith of near Garza visited the city with four loads of Wheeler peaches, a new county variety. The fruit impressed with look and flavor, the office force enjoyed samples, and Smith sold his Wheeler peaches for $3 a bushel.
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B. F. Smith
Garza
Wheeler
Nyal's Hersutone Promises Dandruff Cure for Denton
The advertisement proclaims Nyal's Hersutone cures dandruff by removing crusts and scales and improving scalp health. It claims stimulation of hair roots, stronger growth, and better appearance, priced at 50 cents with a satisfaction guarantee from J. F. Raley & Co. The Nyal Drug Store sits in the middle of South Side Square.
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Nyal
Hersutone
J. F. Raley & CO
Nyal Drug Store
Middle of
South Side Square
Denton
Appreciation for Poultry and Egg Business Support
A local note thanks patrons for past support in poultry and egg trading and announces an auction of a first class sack of groceries from the former business. The seller invites continued patronage from the community.
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A Nance
J R. Christal
A J. Nance
Ed F. Bates
C. A. Williams
J. Coit
J. R. Christal
J. M. Inge
Alvin C. Owsley
Yemen
Wile
Denton Steam Laundry
Denton Steam Laundry Co
Jarrell&Evane Dry Goods Company
Weekly
Record
Johnson & Gillespie, Real Estate Co
Long & Wilson Dry Goods Company
Stetson
Williams
W. J. McCray
Terry & Co
R. H. Garrison
Drug Ang Sunries
Jersey
Lee Stock Food
John A. Hann & Co
A. Hann & Co
A. Gibson
D. R. Turner
B. F. Paschall
L. L. Puckett
McClurkan Dry
O. M Curtis
Tvramber of Commerce
J. Terry& Co
Arthur Palmer
W. Bibert
Alliance Milling Co
C. F. Witherspoon
Denton Milling Co
Denton County National Bank
Boys’ Corn Growers’ Club
Long & Wilson
Dry Paige
Western Hat Co
Jarrell-Evans Dry Goods
Ee of
Lansaan
Manorcia
Chamber OF Commbeuk
J. J. McCook
IRS
Mel&ting
Equalization Board
J. B. Schmitz
Stockholders’ Meeting
Binder
Workers Conference
Workers Conference of
Tom Killings
Worth
D'N
Merchants of
Denton and
Denton Chautauqua
Pelgates
Happy Heads
Curtis’ Carbole
Igt
iMae
E. Milligan
Square Hall
Scruggs
E. L. Lewis
Denton Transfer Sales and Livery Barn
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