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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1913
Page
4
The Young People’s Leagues of the First Methodist church vote to join the Senior Epworth League. Paris conference reports were given by Mrs. Cora Nichols Douglass Witt and Rev. O T Cooper. The Senior League now meets at 7 15 each Sunday evening.
An advertisement promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills as a safe painless laxative for the aged. It claims prompt, easy relief and notes the product costs 25 cents. Recommended by J. F. Raley & Co. (Advt.)
The Commercial Secretaries Association summarizes Denton County livestock from the Thirteenth Census. On 4,136 farms total domestic animals numbered 76,964 with value $2,771,800. cattle led, followed by horses, hogs, and other stock across listed counts and values.
A notice from J Coit reports the death of Mrs. Robert Hann at the family home in Danville Kentucky on Friday June 13. The telegram to Alex R Hann of Dallas gave few details. Mrs. Hann was well known in Denton where the family lived before moving to Kentucky. burial was in Danville.
Local advertisement notes fresh stock of potato chips suitable for hot or cold suppers. Promotes Turner Bros as the supplier with a contact phone line.
Mothers misread child illness as indigestion or nervousness when worms are present. A candy lozenge advertised to expel worms, regulate bowels, and boost energy is promoted as safe and effective. Guaranteed and sold by druggists or by mail. Price 25 cents. Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co. Philadelphia and St. Louis. J. F. Raley & Co.
The elementary department of the First Methodist church held a Monday picnic at Hiland park chaperoned by Rev. and Mrs. O T Cooper Prof and Mrs M L Williams and several mothers. Over fifty children played games directed by Miss Birdal Hicks Olga Steinman and Cordelia Steinman. A bountiful lunch was served in a semicircle on the benches.
The Harrison Theater Co launched a two week run in Denton drawing near capacity crowds and strong applause. The four act comedy The Love of a Thief impressed fans with the cast and enhanced the troupe’s local support. Tonight the company previews Texas themed fare The Lone Star Ranch featuring special scenery and a cowboy band.
The notice states Fred Moore has relocated to Fulton's building on West Oak Street and promises continued high level service after the move.
Local advertisement promotes Long and King Grocers offering grocery delivery and prompt service under the phone number 44. The notice highlights convenience for shoppers seeking ready access to staples and fresh produce.
A health advisory promises best results from prescriptions when filled properly. It assures no risk, emphasizes fresh pure drugs, accurate compounding by experienced registered staff, and free delivery to all city areas.
J A Minnis operates a prescription drugstore in East Side Square offering medicines and related health products.
O L Willis bruised his left foot when a ten gallon oil can fell while being lifted. The Ladies Aid and Mission Society of First Presbyterian church will hold the year's last meeting with Mrs George Moore Tuesday afternoon. J W Riney harvested about 50 bushels of wheat weighing roughly 61 pounds per bushel, bought by Denton Milling Co. Mid week prayer service at First Methodist at 8:15 p m with Rev O T Cooper in charge.
Denton Printing Co offers several 1913 Bronco High School Annuals for sale as neat souvenirs.
Miss Verna Jackson married Gerald Wade McKenna at the M E Church South with L C Mathis officiating. Attendants included Lenora Jackson Elsie Prideaux and ushers D N Jackson Dale Turner. Out-of-town guests joined a brief reception before the couple departed for Abilene.
Local ad urges keeping Beechnut canned goods on hand for unexpected company and asks about varieties. It promotes buying vendor lien notes and directs readers to contact Record and Chronicle office or Box 488 in Denton Texas.
Patron notice states the Princess will close this week for interior remodeling and to install two large exhaust fans. After reopening the theater promises the best available motion pictures, usual programs, and a perfectly comfortable, sanitary house as Denton’s coolest spot. J M Vivion, Manager
Col R T Milner who recently resigned the presidency of the Agricultural and Mechanical college will speak here Monday June 23 at the courthouse in opposition to Resolution 18 the proposed amendment to the Constitution. A good crowd is expected due to interest in the election on July 19.
Attorney General advisory on nepotism in Denton County addresses if a nephew can be hired as a teacher when a trustee is related by affinity. The ruling distinguishes two scenarios based on whether the trustee married the uncle’s sister or the uncle married the trustee’s sister, and cites Article 381 of the Criminal Code on voting restrictions.
An advertisement explains deafness stems from inflammation of the Eustachian tube mucous lining and offers 100 dollars for any catarrh deafness cure not achieved by Hall's Catarrh Cure. It promotes circulars from F. J. Cheney & Co of Toledo Ohio and notes bold by druggists. Also advertises Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Robert Craig and W A Taliaferro sell Lot 8 block 2 Fair Grounds addition Denton for 187.75 dollars. Lillian Hill sells interest in east half of 166 acres in L Shepard survey to W L Woodruff for 26 dollars. A L Donald and wife sell 2414 acres in J T Stewart survey to J A Crawford for 1200.56 dollars. H M Walden and wife sell lot in Wm Niel survey Denton to L H Brady for 2000 dollars. W A Wilson and wife sell 161 12 acres in M Nit Stewart survey to L P Enlow for 2644.50 dollars. M A Hicks and wife sell one fifth of 140.92 acres in Jno Hicks Wm Luttrell and John Maloney survey to N A Lupton for 590 dollars. Fred H Stephens and wife sell 12 acre to Mrs Sallie Stanley for 309 dollars.
An advertisement promotes Dr Hobson s Eczema Ointment as a guaranteed cure for eczema and related skin conditions. It features a testimonial from J C Eveland of Bath NL and states the formula is plant based and long used. Availability through druggists or by mail with a 50 cent price. Pfeiffer Chemical Co. and Turner Bros are listed.
Miss Sammie Rosen visits Ennis. Mrs. H. T. Burgoon of Spur guests with Mrs. Goodfellow. Miss Mary Donovan returns from Venus visit with Noah Donovan. Mrs. J. H. Johnson visits sister Mrs. Reich in Fort Worth. Miss Mary Gilson of Carrollton visits Miss Mary Francis at W. B. Francis home. L. D. Borden called on his sick wife in Tioga. Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Cox of Ponder here. Wheat harvest nearly over, Mrs. G. D. Clark and children return to Oak Cliff. Lavinia Gillespie leaves for Greely Col summer school, visits Denver en route. Tom Melivaine from Ponder visits. recovering after illness. Mrs. George Alexander and son J. B. return from Fort Worth and Dallas trip. Mrs. C. W. Geers returns to San Antonio with plans to settle there. B. O. Moser and Charles Richards of Dallas pass through Springside. Moser in charge of Dallas dairy exhibit, blends business with leisure.
A June grocery advertisement from Ong King promises satisfactory service and quality groceries at low prices with contact via phone number 44.
Three year old Gladys Barns of East Oak Street nearly sustained severe injuries when a buggy wheel passed over her after a horse reared and backed at her family gate Monday evening. A physician examined her and found no internal injuries.
John Swartz invites newlyweds to view his new Stroup phoeios styles at Fad Studio above the post office Beechnut Olive Oj at Turner Bros. Set prices.
Miss Edna Hancock died early Monday. Funeral services were conducted at her home Tuesday at 10 oclock with Rev. Oscar T. Cooper officiating. Interment followed in the Odd Fellows cemetery. Active pallbearers were S A Bayless, E E Miller, H B Caddell, L L Fry, C C Yancey, and H V Hennen.
An advertisement from Frontier Asthma Company invites readers to request a free trial treatment and information from Room 102 Buffalo New York. The notice emphasizes no charge for information or trial access.
Turner Bros promotes seven phone lines for grocery ordering and curbside pickup. Readiness to handle multiple calls aims to streamline shopping for customers seeking quick, contactless service in busy hours.
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