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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1913
Page
1
An advert promotes a bank as a welcoming place for borrowers and savers under United States supervision. It invites readers to join as customers and adds new names to its growing list of patrons.
The Denton County National Bank lists its officers and directors. W. B. McClurkan serves as President and J. L. Blewett as Vice President. B. H. Deavenport is Cashier with R. M. Barns as Assistant Cashier. Also named: D. R. Turner, W. J. McCray, J. F. Raley, G. H. Blewett.
The conciliation committee of the Progressive Republicans announced they would oppose any reforms enacted by the National Committee without a party convention. Washington reports on June 16. The group recently demanded the convention this year from the Republican National Committee.
The twenty fifth anniversary of Emperor William's accession was observed across the German empire. Andrew Carnegie, representing the American Peace Society, presented an address. The Emperor expressed hope for twenty five more years of peace in response.
A historical note credits an 1881 establishment with assisting Denton and Denton County in development and growth. It highlights ongoing maintenance as a result of the prosperity it fostered, framing the initiative as central to local progress.
Chicago June 16 heat swept the U S with no relief in sight for 48 hours. Thermometers topped 96 in Chicago Omaha and St Joe as eleven deaths from the search for relief were reported and five heat prostrations occurred inland on a scorching Sunday.
Associated Press dispatch from Charleston describes a second mining strike in the Paint Rock and Cabin Creek districts as Senate committee investigators probe conditions. Miner Do R. Shaw testified he earned no pay for four weeks and that his wages were spent at the company store, which still owed the company money.
United States Supreme Court declares two cent fare laws of Missouri Arkansas and West Virginia not interfere with intrastate passenger rate. State laws upheld as constitutional under interstate commerce considerations, prompting regional reaction and continued price regulation debates among rail and bus carriers.
The court sustains Missouri no-cent fare flow and maximum freight law as applied to Missouri Pacific St Louis and Southwestern Wabash Rock Island and three other Missouri roads. It reverses lower court and holds other state laws confiscatory. The decision also upholds West Virginia two-cent passenger law Arkansas two-cent and maximum freight rates and Oregon Railroad Commission rates. Justice Hughes notes interstate commerce concerns.
American forces completely routed the Moros on Mount Bagsag last night. Six U S soldiers were killed and seven wounded in the engagement. Moro casualties were not known. The report comes from Manila dated June 16.
Dr GradDock explains a new tool that costs little to attach, doubles seed bed quality and greatly improves soil preparation. The device promises better tilth and efficiency for farmers.
Dr Craddock urges using a new tool attached to a disc barrow for double discing six feet to form a mulch. This improves soil moisture retention and aeration, boosting yields. After early tilling, plant peas in thinner soil at a peck per acre, three foot hills, with emphasis on using good seed and fieldwork efficiency.
Washington reports indicate Democratic leaders aim to finish the tariff revision and bar currency reform until the regular session. The currency bill drafts propose 15 regional reserve divisions with mandatory bank participation and a nine member board. Secretary Bryan rejects intervention in Mexico to shield American financial interests.
Deputy Sheriff Pat Gallagher and Chaingang Superintendent H L Aikens recaptured Jim Williams, a negro prisoner who escaped from the Denison creek chaingang Saturday evening. Williams faces fifteen days in jail and an $80 fine for petty theft, with a charge of giving intoxicants to a riot. He escaped by freeing himself from leg irons and returning to the camp, then was found in a Dallas negro house Sunday.
The Highland Park oil prospect well reached the red sandstone atracum on Saturday, overlying caprock known from nearby fields. A crowd of 100 watched as the rig neared 1200 feet, with operators ready to speed up if past mishaps do not recur.
A public message calls for immediate revision of U S banking and currency laws with leaders opposing the currency measure. The text stresses differences but highlights no legal actions or dates.
President Wilson announced the currency message urging immediate revision of banking and currency laws and signaled plans to read the message in person. He expects the Mann bill to be launched in both houses this week and says there are no essential differences among leading Democrats on currency reform.
The Senate finance committee today approved placing livestock and grains on the free list with a contravailing duty except oats, and rejected the graduated tobacco tax amendment.
The court held today that the government bears no liability for flood damage to 169 Mississippi River plantations caused by levee construction. The decision centers on government responsibility for flood risks linked to public works projects.
A meeting at the courthouse drew twenty carpenters in Denton to discuss forming a local union with State Organizer R. C. Harriss of Fort Worth in attendance. The local charter is expected before next Saturday, with several members already signed as charter members including S. K. Withrow who was elected chairman.
Washington June 16 forecast from the Weather Bureau calls for warm weather and clear skies over most of the country this week.
Associated Press dispatch from Chicago reports the steamers Jessie Spalding and Wilpin collided in dense fog. The Jessie Spalding arrived in port with its bow stove in, easing fears for the crew’s safety.
The readable portion notes general cloudiness for tonight and Thursday. No further details on temperatures or precipitation are available in the fragment.
The Texas hearing on the States $99,000,000 oil ouster and penalty suit adjourned to Tuesday to allow State attorneys to review Magnolia Petroleum Co marketing department books and correspondence in Dallas.
A dealer promotes Smoke Curtis Invincible cigars as a top seller after five years of steady sales. The product is described as high grade with stock from a major manufacturer and offered at 5 cents per single, 50 for two dollars and twenty five cents.
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