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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1909
Page
2
Public notice states that any erroneous reflection about a firm individual or corporation in the Record and Chronicle will be corrected upon notification to the publishers. The notice invites readers to call attention to errors for remedial action.
Denton residents learn of a couples secret marriage after nearly twelve months without public disclosure. The Telegraphic report by The Recording Chronicle highlights the discreet nature of Dentons residents and the reliance on the Daily for concise general news.
A minor editorial voice praises Wichita Falls as a live town with a growing newspaper scene but notes it remains outside the top two dailies. The piece uses the water metaphor to suggest potential investments and future growth, while acknowledging current limits and the risk of overexpansion.
The Tyler Times urges focus on farm blessings over complaints. It celebrates a model rural scene with schoolhouses, springs, milk houses, barns, beehives, gardens, crops, and a cheerful family life, portraying agriculture as wholesome and satisfying.
Col James Clayton McNealus vows to oppose Randell for Bailey’s seat and potentially backs Judge Rice Maxey or B F Looney as strongest challenger. Randell’s record in the Fifth District praised as aligned with democratic platform, prompting editorials on his possible climb.
The Fifth District will support Randell and resist any plan to weaken him. Our limited view sees no senatorial aims for Randell, who has focused on Fifth District duties in Congress. The piece suggests a tactic to aid Maxey or Looney by pressuring Bailey supporters, but it will fail.
Gov. W. L. Douglass of Massachusetts argues the hide tariff does not raise cattle prices and mostly benefits tanners. He says he would drop the tariff on shoes if hides were also removed to show American labor can stand without protection, noting few Texans benefit compared with many who lose. Texas lawmakers touted a 15 percent protective duty on hides.
The Dallas Times Herald reports Denton county farmers will receive one million dollars for the 1909 wheat crop. The notice directs the news to Hon. Davy Neill, described as the protector of the bears.
The Denton Record and Chronicle note Trades Day was a tremendous success despite bad weather. The Tyler merchants are urged to follow suit and imitate the event on the last day of Home Coming Week, July 10.
A Denton friend James Dee Baldwin and Eva Helena McNitzky wed last August and kept the marriage secret until last Tuesday when announcement cards were issued. Friends warn that couples should not delay announcing such news to dodge early quarrels.
In San Antonio on June 21 Claude Drennan aged fifteen was gravely hurt when he chased a fly ball and collided with a tree. He was unconscious and doctors feared a fractured skull in the amateur game.
Garrison and Kimmins promote Foley's Urine Laxative as superior to pills for constipation stomach and liver discomfort. It sweetens the stomach breath and gently stimulates the liver while regulating the bowels.
The Red Star steamship Zeeland from Antwerp to New York halted in Southampton with severe damage after a fog collision with an unknown vessel. Lifeboats were lowered but no trace of the struck ship was found, and the Zeeland stayed nearby before continuing to Southampton.
Texan towns seek tips on large news coverage funded by local papers and Denton County gains nationwide exposure at minimal cost. A Bartonville-area farmer criticizes the Chamber of Commerce for pulling a road petition while noting personal road funding support shows good roads are vital for the county. Cooperation between citizens and business groups is urged to build roads.
Denton farmers show rising interest as inquiries increase for the trades day. The next event is scheduled for the second Saturday in July and each subsequent trades day aims to surpass the previous one.
To appreciate Denton more thoroughly one should go to some other section. Many towns in Texas are absolutely dead, while Denton is providing work for those who want it. The harvesting of a very satisfactory wheat crop and with good prospects for other crops makes the county look exceedingly good.
A Friday night rock shattered the seven by twelve foot front window of Wilson Hardware on the square corner. The rock lay on the sidewalk when the store opened. The glass cost over 190 dollars to replace and was insured. Officials are pursuing the perpetrator.
A boiler on an engine used for well digging exploded in a group of workers in Hamlin Texas. The blast lifted the boiler over 60 feet and caused minor injuries to G. R. White and scalding to H. L. White, while no one else was seriously hurt.
Bert R Lean of Cheney Washington describes a life threatening lung illness after failed visits to a local doctor and a Spokane specialist He traveled to California with no relief before trying Dr Kings New Discovery which he credits with a complete cure The ad promotes the remedy priced 50 cents and 1 00 with a free trial bottle offered by J F Raley Co
Tulsa Oklahoma June 21 after forty hours search no trace found of six men who escaped from the county jail by sawing bars it is believed they are hiding in the Osage hills sheriff Newbler has offered a reward for the capture of each fugitive.
A reader reports relief from stomach trouble after using Dr King’s New Life Pills. The remedy improves digestion, appetite, nerves, vigor, and liver and kidney function, with the price noted as 25 cents at J.
June 21 report states twenty seven U S senators and representatives will join a Hawaii excursion organized by Prince Cupid Jonas Kalaniaaaole the Hawaiian delegate in Congress. Hawaii legislature funds the trip to acquaint Congress with island affairs and conditions.
A vintage testimonial touts Hunt's Lightning Oil as a unique remedy for aches pains stiff joints cuts and burns. The ad promotes 50 cent and 25 cent bottles as the quickest surest cure with no rivals mentioned.
Austin June 21 bids for state institution supplies require all samples with bids to be filed with the State Purchasing Agent department by next Saturday The bidding will proceed the following Tuesday morning June 29 with the samples due as specified in the notice
Late County News Pilot Point reports a large Fort Worth realty sale last Thursday. The Turaine hotel at Seventh and Throckmorton streets was sold by John R. Griffin of Itasca to Geo BE Light of this place. A light rain fell locally with a southeast wind blowing tin off the lumber yard office.
Banks and a seventeen man posse press northwest after dawn crossing the Crawling Stone. Du Sang and allies execute a deadly crossing at Deep Creek then Baggs Ranch massacre leaving a boy widowed and a veteran engineman dead as Whispering Smith closes in on the Williams Cache trail.
Railroad Commission schedules July 13 to hear Pilot Point citizens complaints about stopping Katy Flyer No. 205. City to be represented by local residents seeking an order to halt the train for passenger embarkation and disembarkation.
Last Sunday afternoon the W O W held ceremonies at the unveiling of monuments to deceased sovereigns. Judge Clem B. Potter of Gainesville, with W T Nance, A O Buster, and H C Stanley delivering the memorial address. Morning rain kept visiting camps away as expected.
Herald notes S. H. Sims reports Tuesday the season’s first cotton bloom and says his cotton is the best he has ever had at this time of year.
Ed Boswell purchases a two cylinder auto car designed as a hill climber and sand puller. The vehicle promises strong traction for rough terrain and challenging slopes.
Weekly News reports Postmaster Cowan who was injured weeks ago can now walk to the office. Miss Nina Moody of Sanger has been hired by the school board to teach the intermediate grade.
Alvin Cowling suffered a severe leg injury Saturday when his team rolled away, throwing him from the wagon and breaking his leg between the knee and ankle.
Curtis Warrey yesterday took delivery of a new motorcycle and has placed it in service on his rural free delivery route.
At the bride’s parents home Mr and Mrs W T McClellan on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o clock Geo L Yates of Hale Center and Miss Mavelle McClellan wed with Rev BE G Roberts Methodist pastor officiating.
A brisk consumer note explains Hunt's Lightning Off repels mosquitoes when applied promptly to irritated skin. The remedy promises to keep insects away if used in time, reducing bites and sting.
In San Angelo Texas on June 21 a shipment of two and a half million pounds of wool sold locally began. The Mallory line secures a large portion of the cargo via Galveston and will move the wool to markets.
An advertisement touts Backlen’s Arnica Salve as the perfect remedy for cuts burns sores ulcers eczema and other ailments. It highlights effectiveness on sore eyes cold sores and piles and lists J. F. Raley & Co as the seller offering it for 25 cents.
Five year old J T Lawrence, adopted son of J T Valentine, died in a fire at the Valentine home on Angelo Heights San Angelo Texas. His brother was painfully burned while attempting to rescue him. The blaze occurred yesterday afternoon.
Attractive women are envied by many while a weak sickly woman shows irritation from constipation and kidney poisons. Electric Bitters are claimed to regulate stomach liver and kidneys purify the blood and improve nerves eyes breath and skin. Sold at 5 cents by J.
Sweetwater Texas June 21 contractor McSpadden of Houston directs eighty teams as grading starts on the Texico to Coleman cut off of the Santa Fe line.
Texas area results show Texas-Dallas 10 over Waco 4 and Houston 2 over Fort Worth 1 with Galveston 4 and Shreveport 0 and San Antonio 5 over Oklahoma City 2. National League games include Chicago 6 over Brooklyn 1 and Philadelphia 4 over Cincinnati 3 after 15 innings with St Louis 8 over Boston 3. American League bouts list Detroit 6 to 8 and Chicago 4 over Cleveland 5. Southern results note New Orleans 4 at Birmingham 2 and Memphis 1 at Atlanta 1 in nine innings.
The Wilson Hardware Company states there is no charge for estimates on plumbing work. The note underscores their commitment to customer service and transparent pricing for plumbing projects.
New York June 21. Elsie Sigel granddaughter of Civil War veteran found dead in a trunk. Suspect Leon Ling alias Leodz Lee Lee Lim alias William L. Leon, a restaurant proprietor, is under arrest. Chung Sin may aid inquiry as both men possibly head toward Vancouver via Panama. Victim feared her Oriental lover who stalked, threatened, and jealously mistreated her.
In McKinney on June 21, Louis Coffman faces murder charges in district court. The defense seeks a continuance citing Coffman’s alleged insanity. The state has until 1:30 this afternoon to respond to the motion. A special venire of 225 men was summoned for the trial.
Mothers who value their child’s comfort should keep a box of Mother Gray’s Sweet Powders. They claim to break up colds cure feverishness constipation teething troubles and related discomforts. Sold by all druggists 25 cents. A trial package is offered free to any mother who writes Allen Olmstead Le Roy New York.
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