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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1909
Page
1
A telegraph weather note from New Orleans Louisiana reports tonight and Friday generally fair conditions with no precipitation expected and mild to warm temperatures across the area. The bulletin emphasizes stable atmospheric conditions for the near term.
Members prepare for a full turnout to vote on calling a new pastor at First Baptist Church after the resignation of Dr. Walter C. Lattimore who served eleven years. Several candidates have been mentioned, but none chosen yet. The meeting will decide whom to call.
W A Stead was shot in a Kennedale field late yesterday after a long running family feud. The bullet entered his mouth and exited under the left ear leaving him seriously wounded. Mrs B C Bledsoe, 25, was jailed after a preliminary hearing in Fort Worth. she did not deny the shooting and posted bond. The families on adjacent farms have a history of blood between them.
The city endures a sweltering day with the mercury near 100 degrees, following a record close to that mark on Sunday June 6. Residents cope with heat by wearing light clothing, using palm leaf fans, and enjoying cold drinks. The west wind adds to the muggy atmosphere as officials note the heat’s persistence.
Austin June 17 The Attorney General's department issued the opinion that match races with purses are in violation of the state anti betting law in response to a letter from Sheriff Landrey of Jefferson county.
Brownwood Texas June 17 The jury in the case of Milt Dupree charged with the murder of Conde Carnes in a Brownwood clubhouse on December 24 returned a verdict of not guilty Dupree testified to self defense.
Brownwood Texas June 17 Eight firemen were injured in a blaze that destroyed four two story buildings and caused an estimated 560 000 dollars in damage. Firefighters’ strenuous efforts limited the total loss.
The Texas State Pharmaceutical Association adjourned after selecting Fort Worth as the meeting place for next year’s convention. San Antonio dated June 17. The session concluded with Fort Worth chosen for the annual gathering.
A bank speaks to potential customers about the ease and benefits of opening an account. The notice encourages those with small funds to begin a savings relationship and invites readers to visit or call for discussion, highlighting twenty five years of service.
Exchange National Bank lists officers as A. J. Nance president J. R. Christal vice president J. C. Coit cashier and TR. L. Bass assistant cashier.
Will Hendrick, a half breed Choctaw serving a life sentence on a Federal murder removal from Oklahoma, escaped from Paris Texas jail after turning inmates loose. He gained a rope from blankets and fled, pursued by officers with a large lead.
The Rock Island railroad plans to import strike breakers to fill boilermaker positions after dismissals for refusing hot rod work. The action follows an unauthorized walkout, with the Grand Lodge Union seeking a settlement at a conference in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Fort Worth Tex June 17 Engineer Jr P T Kane crushed in the derailment of the Texas and Pacific freight near Range 1 late yesterday was brought here this morning and pines in the sanitarig where his death is expected The body of Fireman Thompson who was killed in the wreck was brought to his home in this city.
Federal authorities left Dallas for the Atlanta penitentiary with W. J. Hogue the promoter in custody. He was convicted and sentenced to serve eighteen months for misusing the mails and five years for perjury. His appeal is pending.
In San Antonio Texas on June 17 an infant of William Scheidt died during baptism at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. The tragedy occurred as the child was being christened in the baptismal service.
Last night around 10 o clock Harvey Marsh six miles north of Crockett was awakened and forced to surrender about $500 by two men. The notice urges safe deposits and lists bank officers and burglar insurance. The First National Bank advertisement notes $68,000 set aside to protect depositors and promotes security.
A local shop advertised hot weather merchandise with enticing prices drawing a crowd. The notice promotes 10 cent dress patterns sold yesterday and claims big discounts on ladies, children, and mens suits inviting shoppers to decide now if the merchandise is dependable for knockout prices.
Penitentiary Inspector Hawkins received a telephoned report that Lige Renow has arrived and begun a five year term for murder. Renow, convicted murderer, was granted a ticket to Kopperl and started unguarded toward the prison, then walked seven miles to the prison farm to report to the officers.
Chartered today Robuck Oil company of Beaumont capital ten thousand dollars Barry State bank company Navarro county capital entries appear in the Austin bulletin.
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