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Newspaper

Record And Chronicle

Location

Denton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1912

Page

3

Rooms For Rent And Multiple Homes In Denton Area

Classified ads list rooms for rent furnished or unfurnished at 39 E Mulberry and a 6 room house near Normal. Also 2 five room houses for sale, a four room cottage on East McKinney, and a Garnett home with nine acres near Denton. A Model 20 Buick for sale. Journal details prices and contact names such as FPOW LKES, W T C Potter, J A Cagle, W Johnson, Garnett Administrator, Dr. Martin.

Garnegy Hear Industrial College Denton J. H., Garnett Gainey‘Ville Texas

Fort Worth Man Advertises Fence Posts and Cars

G. E. Blewett of Fort Worth Texas seeks purchasers or shipment contacts for several cars and seven foot fence posts described as straight stock. Write or wire for details. D265 W Jun 13.

G. E. Blewett Fort Worth Tex

For Sale Wagon Yard Lot in City District

For sale our lot 100 by 360 feet with artesian well and frame building 410 by 110 feet on EK McKinney Street. City water and sewer connections. Ideal site for wagon yard livery or wood and feed business. Bargain. Apply Denton Steam Laundry Co.

Ek, McKinney St Denton Steam Laundry Co

Wanted 4J Binder Iman with Experience

Job seeker Iman with binder experience advertised by J. Simon on Route 3 in Denton seeking a binder position. The brief indicates prior experience is present and provides a contact route for employment.

Binder Iman J. Simon Denton

Warehouse Por Sale After July 1 1912

Classified note indicates a warehouse for sale after July 1 1912. Mentions location on back of north side and references R. J. Wilson with an old photograph. Includes address clues and sale condition.

North Side R. J. Wilson

Farm For Sale Near Krum In Sharp Acreage

3206 acres well improved farm 5 miles northwest of Krum. Low price for quick sale. Contact J Wilson old phone 174.

Krum J. Wilson

For Sale or Trade in Oklahoma and Denton Areas

Classified item offering property for sale or trade. Mentions Oklahoma City and Denton lots and an offer to trade for Denton property. Listed contact N H Rector with a new phone. Colored help reference appears in OCR.

Oklahoma Oklahoma City Denton N. H. Rector

WANTED HOME FOR A BRED TWO YEAR OLD BOY

WANTED home for a two year old boy found wandering. In good health, friendly, and well behaved. May be seen at County farm or at my office. County Judge H. Hoskins seeks a safe, loving placement.

H. Hoskins

Cement contractor Burley Gurley promises first class work

An advertisement from A. Bushey and J. M. Gurley promotes concrete sidewalks brick work and cement contracting services. They advertise competitive prices and invite estimates.

A. Bushey J. M. Gurley

Help wanted for moving and transfer services ad

Help needed for moving and transfer work. Drayage at Dray company and household moving by Oody. Contact Rownlow and Strickland at New Haven 110 or Old Phone 210. Denton Transfer Co. Harrison, Proprietor, New phone 76, Old phone 34. Service area calls anywhere in the city. Trunks and baggage at Lips Comb Building.

Rownlow & Strickland East Hickory Denton Transfer CO Hmorrison Prop Lipsomb Building

Parks and Lester Moving Service Opens in Town

Local dray business offers first class prompt service with two large moving vans. Specializes in household moves. Office phones 342 and 1613-3r. Residential lines 381 and 381.

Parks & Lester

Denton Dentists J Jones and Fralin Advertise

Dr W A Jones dentist located at West Side Square and J W Fralin dentist at South Side Square middle of block up stairs Denton Texas advertise their offices through local notice.

W. A. Jones West Side Square J. W. Fralin Southide Square Denton Texas

Veterinary Surgeon Dr E W Botts Hometown Practice Note

Dr E W Botts veterinary surgeon announces office at Denton Transfer Co Lipscomb Rock, new phone 70 and old 31, residence phones old 486 and new 245lite, updating contact details for his veterinary services.

W. E. Botts Office Rail Denton Transfer Co Lipscom Lock

Autos for Hire W W Billingsley

Auto rental listing for W W Billingsley with old phone 330 and new phone 148. Local classifieds show contact numbers for arranging vehicle hire.

W. W. Billingsley

Rental Agents Advertise Houses and Rooms for Rent

A. R. McGintie offers furnished rooms and houses for rent in all city areas of Denton. Office is one door east of Exchange National Bank.

A. R. McGintie Denton F Exchange National Bank

Scavenge Work Call Post Amid Local Notice

Short classified line invites workers for scavenger job, offering contact number 307 for arrangements. The fragment hints at informal employment messaging in a local ad context.

Waldrip and Blacksmith Shop Ad

J L Waldrip advertises first class Woop ork materials at reasonable prices at Lacy Blacksmith Shop, inviting customers to compare offerings and shop for best value.

J. L. Waldrip T

FOR RENT HOUSE NEAR HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING

Classified items include a house for rent near the high school with contact from A Logan, plus two furnished upstairs rooms listed, a big bargain residence near Normal for quick sale with A Scruggs Burr Texas, a lost time puppy notification, mowing services with a two horse mower, and a quick messenger service via Hamilton Yeatts' office.

A. Logan Scruggs Burr, Texas

Feedstuffs and farm supplies offered for prompt delivery

Arkansas Illinois ad lists chops bran corn and hay feedstuffs available with prompt delivery and full measure. Beet stove and greater wood on the market. Contact via 8 Bim street and both phones for orders.

Arkansas ‘Ill Bim

E M Wood Barber Shop on West Side Square

Local barber shop E M Wood located on West Side Square invites patrons to visit their clean shop and enjoy skilled haircuts by experienced barbers in a welcoming setting.

E. M. Wood West Side Square

Lawn Work Pioneer: Wes Jackson Seeks Yard Jobs

Classified notice states lawns mowed and general yard work available by Wes Jackson. Contact via phone old number 379. Immediate local service with dependable help.

Wes Jackson

Poultry Department Ducks Eggs for Sale

INDIAN RUNNER DUCK EGGS for sale Fawn and White two dollars per setting of 13 Pure White five dollars per setting of 13 May through July best for hatching ducks See or write Will Michell Mitchells Barber Shop

Will Michell Mitchell's

For Sale Laying Indian Runner Ducks by Mitchell Harbor Shop

For sale: laying Indian Runner ducks, fawn and white, plus some two to six weeks old. Call or visit W. J. Mitchell at Mitchell Harbor Shop to see them at once. New phone 11.

W. J. Mitchell Mitchell Harbor

Thoroughbred races and racing odds from an old card

Thoroughbred racing odds feature Indian Runner and Partridge Wyndottee with prices listed. The fragment mentions a 13 for 15 cents and a 115 for $1.59, with references to people or entities like Scott and Aubrey. The legible bits suggest a betting card or race results notice from a historical publication.

Partridge Wyndottee Scott Aubrey

Coming of Columbus Film Debuts at Airdome Tonight

At the Airdome tonight the Coming of Columbus will be shown for the first time. The photoplay is described as elaborately produced and has drawn favorable comment. A special musical program will accompany the film, with three reels of the feature plus three additional comedy reels.

Airdome

Turner Bros Save Cooking With Pork and Beans

Turner Bros presents simple fare using pork and beans to ease meals. A brief kitchen tip highlights quick prep and budget friendly ingredients.

Turner Bros

Political Announcements Under Democratic Primary Action

Announcements under the political header note that all items await the July Democratic primary actions. The named gentlemen solicit public support and acknowledge forthcoming investigations into their claims.

Political race in 31st District names Cable and Wiley

State Senate race in the 31st District lists RE L. Cable of Montague and James R. Wiley of Montague County as candidates. The item presents sides in the contest and the local office involved.

L. Cable Montague James R. Wiley Montague County

Local Races List Names for County Offices

Local ballot slate lists candidates for county and precinct roles including representative, judge, assessor, treasurer, tax collector, clerk, sheriff, attorney, superintendent, district clerk, and precinct commissioner with multiple initials and surnames across several offices.

Prices For All Sizes Promised

Advertiser claims availability in all sizes and urges readers to see the price list. The brief promises affordable options and directs customers to contact for quotes.

Late personal news highlights visits and homecomings

Miss Suse Miller went to Lewisville today. Mrs. B. Roberts of Crowell visits relatives in Denton. Miss Nora Jones spends a few days in Galveston. Bruce returns home from the Varsity for the summer. Smoot and Summers of Justin visit Denton. Mrs. C. M. Hutson of Dallas and husband were here yesterday. Jim Staples and family visit from Ardmore. Miss Lillian Graves of Cleburne visits her sister Mrs. Adams. Joan Weeks of Irendeil attends the summer Normal. Editor O. L. Hamilton of the Lewisville Enterprise visits. Lucile Gerkey of Carthage visits Blanche Garrison. Ruby Shepard visits in Denton then leaves for Lewsville. Mr. and Mrs. James G. Wight of Lange spend Sunday with Denton relatives. Mrs. Rebecca Hardwick of Denton County goes to Dallas to visit a sick brother. Mrs. W. L. Pace and family of Beaumont visit sister Mrs. M. E. Pittman. D. W. Brasheare is very sick at his son W. C. Brasheare's home on West Hickory. Dr. Byron S. Bruce and Ralph Bruce of Dallas visit Dr. and Mrs. W. H. Bruce. Homer Groves returns to Dallas after visiting A. C. Owsley. Sidney Bates and Roy Borden, recently at Purdue, are home for the summer. Mrs. C. P. Yeager and daughter Nannie of Corpus Christi stay with Mrs. R. S. Taylor. Miss Hattie Lewis of Parvin returns home from Mrs. Robert Haskins'.

Suse Miller Lewiswill B. Roberts Crowell Nora Jones Galveston Bruce Varsity W. E. Smoot Justin C. M. Hutson Dallag Jim Staples Ardmore Lillian Graves Cleburne Adams Joan Weeks Iredeil O. L. Hamilton The Lewisville Enterprise Lucile Gerkey Carthage Blanche Garrison Ruby Shepard Denton Lewsville James G. Wight Lange Rebecca Hardwick Denton County Dallas W. L. Pace Beaumont M. E. Pittman D. W. Brasheare W. C. Brasheare West Hickory Byron S. Bruce Ralph Bruce W. H. Bruce Homer Groves A. C. Owsley West Oak Street Hattie Lewis Parvin Bertha Naugher Robert Haskins

Trial Home Cure Claim From FrontiersAthma Company

A claim advertises a home asthma cure offering trial treatment and full information free of charge. It lists FrontiersAthma Company and a Buffalo New York address room 192.

FrontiersAthma Company Buffalo, N. Y

Sale of Gravel Freight Claims by Denton Agent

I W Murphy agent for the Missouri Kansas Texas Railway Co of Texas will sell 5 cars of gravel at the Denton freight depot on June 20 1912 for cash to the highest bidder. The shipment refused by consignee, freight claim 123.06 demurrage 151.00 and costs are to be covered. Sale proceeds to satisfy freight and demurrage claims with costs.

ULXS Texas Denton I. W . Murphy Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway Co Wiggins and Michaud Mariu Gravel Co Tar Consignee W. Co. Murphy

Snap Fingers Signal Aids Hunt With Lions

Edward White recounts an Africa hunt where a native snaps fingers to signal in close quarters with two lions. He notes the gesture draws no response from wild animals and proves useful amid danger. Also mentions potato chips and a Turner Bros feature.

Stewart Edward White Africa Mr. White

Player-Piano Gains Public Interest and Sales Promise

A forecast asserts that within five years 90 percent of piano sales will be player pianos. Musicians teachers and artists approve the instrument and it captivates public attention more than the flying machine. The ad promises expertise and trading value for old pianos to attract buyers.

Wholesale Murder in Villisca Iowa

Eight people killed at the Moore home in Villisca Iowa including six Moore family members and two unidentified women. Victims were found in bed with heads smashed by an axe. No motive or clues immediately evident.

Associated Press Dispatch Villisca J. B. Moore Moore Sonr

Greenville Banker Injured In Auto Crash Near Sherman

Ward Jones a Greenville banker is in serious condition after his automobile overturned at a bend near Sherman yesterday. A policeman warns a crowd to move on as the scene draws a crowd. An ad text about Dr King’s New Life Pills promotes a patent medicine.

Associated Press Dispatch Sherman Ward Jones Greenville Bowe

Dead Letter List for Week Ending June 2 1912

Public notice lists names of undelivered mail letters with call time and office location. It includes multiple ladies and gentlemen entries, plus post cards and firm letters. Letters will be sent to the Dead Letter Office in Washington if not claimed by June 16 1912.

Washington PD. C

Local social notes from Lewisville population near Denton

Miss Ola Stover returns home after attending the Normal in Denton. Several residents visit Dallas Arlington Waco and Fort Worth, including Miss Pett Finnel and Miss Ola Degan. Birth announced for a girl to Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Corder. Various locals travel from Oklahoma Texas and Arkansas regions with visits and returns listed.

Freckle Cream Guarantee and Sale At Local Shop

An advertisement for Wilson's Freckle Cream promises to remove freckles tan and pimples with a money back guarantee if complexion is not restored. Jar sizes are 50 cents and one dollar plus Wilson's Fair Skin Soap at 25 cents. available locally through O M Curtis and by mail order.

Wilson Mammoth Winson's Fair Skin

Huerta to Enter Chihuahua City Soon

Federal General Huerta expresses enthusiasm about entering Chihuahua City before month end. His forces moved to a camp as 1,000 men rebuild a bridge between Torreon and the city, with work expected to finish in two days. Gonzalo Enrile captured by Texas Rangers on El Paso bridge. identity confirmed after body scars revealed.

Santa Rosaria Mexico Huerta Chihuahua City Torreon Gonzalo Enrile Tyas Rangers el Paso Chihuahua Texas Rangers International Bridge Juarez

Huerta Villa Clash Reported. resignation denied

Mexico City June 10 A report that General Huerta has resigned as commander in chief of the army in the North following an altercation with General Villa was current but denied. Villa was alleged to have struck Huerta and faced a death sentence for insubordination, but Madero's brothers intervened and Villa was sent to prison instead.

Mexico City Gen. Huerta North Villa Huerta Brothers of Madero

Rangers Arrive to Aid Peace Amid County Feud Inquiry

In San Diego Texas on June 10 Captain Fox and four rangers arrived to help maintain order as a grand jury begins investigating the deaths of County Clerk Pedro Eznal and two others tied to a political feud.

Associated Press Dispatch San Diego Captain Fox Pedro Eznal

Aviator Kimmerling Dies in French Monoplane Test

In Mourmelon France on June 14 veteran aviator Kimmerling and passenger engineer Tonnel were killed instantly when their new monoplane plunged 306 feet during a test flight.

Mourmelon France Kimmerling Tonnel

Supreme Court Rules Federal Prohibition Law Applies in Indian Territory

The United States Supreme Court ruled that the federal prohibition statute remains operative in the Indian Territory portion of Oklahoma. This decision keeps the ban on transporting intoxicating liquors into the area enforceable under national law.

Supreme Court Old Indian Territory Associated Presse Washington United States Supreme Court Indian Territory Oklahoma

Three Men Shoot Wives and Themselves in Separate Incidents

In Alabama Gus McIntyre shot his wife three times and likely fatally wounded her before killing himself after a months of separation. Detroit note says Rudolph Jennings aged 25 shot his wife and then himself following estrangement. In Saginaw Caspar Marcus, 28, shot his wife, 16, and then killed himself after a three week marriage.

Dotham Ala Gus McIntyre Detroit Mich Rudolph Jennings Saginaw, Mich Caspar Marcus

Wheat Harvest Underway As Crops Show Strong Prospects

NAVO reports farmers are harvesting wheat and oats with crops maturing well. A light shower gave little aid, while corn and cotton thrive but crave rain. Dry spells have allowed timely progress and optimism for a splendid crop. Ber t Adams and family visit Denton relatives. Miss Robe Harper also visits. N F Adams visits daughter in Wise county.

Navo Bert Adams Denton Miss Robe Harper

Trophy Cup for Firemen in Denton Rivalry

The Denton Fire Department Hose and Ladder divisions contest for the silver loving cup trophy donated by P. J. Benett and J. O. Bell. The Friday night event on the square features activities like coupling hose ladder climbing and watering to determine the winner who gains temporary possession until challenged.

Denton Fire Department P. J. Benett J. O. Bell Bes

Recital Postponed To Saturday Night In Local News

Miss Hardy's recital moved from Monday to Saturday night. Luther Myes's small son was cut on barbed wire Saturday afternoon. Virgina Rabb of Indianapolis arrived in Denton to direct domestic arts at the CIA this summer. Ella F. Littie of Temple arrived to lead the primary class for summer. Most children plan to enter public schools next fall.

Road bond money arrives for Lewisville district

The Lewisville district road bonds approved after delays were deposited Monday by County Treasurer Reeve into the First National Bank. The check totaled $77,035.32, covering par plus $2,035.32 accrued interest.

Lewisville Road District Lewisville Reeve Ip First National Bank

Denton Traction Company Timetable

The timetable shows service from 6:00 a.m. to 10:40 p.m. West bound cars depart the depot on even hours and at 20 and 40 minutes past the hour while east bound cars leave Highland Park on even hours and at 20 and 49 minutes past the hour. Trains leave Normal College at 10:30 and 50 minutes past the hour for both directions, and northbound trains depart the depot at 10:30 and 50 minutes past the hour. South bound trains leave C. I. A. on even hours and at 20 and 40 minutes past the hour.

Normal College

Quieting Title Queried in Denton County Land Case

The suit seeks to quiet title to 20 acres on the Trinits fork in Denton County Texas claiming loss or destruction of key deeds and chain of title. J. W. Degan files for Eli Pickett, William King Augustus G King Stephen Hiatt and unknown heirs with public summons to appear at the sixteenth Judicial District Court.

Penton County Eli Pickett William Kong Augustus G. King Wm King Augustus G Stephen H Stephen Hiatt Denton County Denton Fabour J. W. Degan Wm. Kng Lenton County Texas S,tereorim Fork Trinits Alton Augustus King Varas Varas Prairie Eli Wm. King Denton Co Denton County Court House Lang Samerta Maudie Hiatt Caudle W. E. Durbin

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