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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1910
Page
2
A Saturday Bartonville joint picnic drew a large crowd with ample food and amusements. Several speakers announced from the stand, including a local farmer who advocates practical methods for dry weather, urging frequent shallow plowing to improve corn yields and moisture retention.
A Bonham News statement from farmer M. G. Bean of Lamar county urges continued plowing of corn and cotton into dry Denton county districts. He notes June rain spared parts while northern and eastern areas remain dry and in need of moisture. The item reflects countywide interest in agricultural action.
An advertisement touts Hunt's Reliant Oil as the instant cure for wounds bruises cuts sprains and abrasions. It claims to form an artificial skin covering that excludes air immediately and uniquely compares its action and effect to other products.
An old advert promotes Hunt's Lightning Oil with the tagline Always have it in the house. It encourages taking it on trips and claims it may be needed unexpectedly. Bottles priced 25 cents and 5 cents, sold by all druggists. A. B. Richards Medicine Co., Sherman Texas.
The chamber of commerce directors held a Thursday session focusing on routine matters. An effort to secure 500 cows for a local creamery was launched with Secretary McCook to canvass pledges. A Saturday open session with a smoker and luncheon will feature talks by President Arnold and Gov. lines official.
Mason Barnett of Denton, long-time express wagon driver, has enlisted in the United States Navy. He was sent to Ellis Island in New York for processing. The Denton Chautauqua runs July 20 to 29.
An old advertisement offers John A. Bennetts Special Bottled in Bond Hand Made Sour Mash Whiskey with twenty years of experience. It claims direct shipments from government bonded warehouses for purity and quality, prices from 2.25 per gallon, and a range of wines. It asks for cash payments and money orders, with immediate shipping and free luggage check when in town.
Denton Chamber of Commerce held a sparsely attended Monday night meeting with several talks on town betterment. President Owsley introduced plans for a local creamery. Secretary McCook urged wider membership. Speakers included Schneer Coit McLachlan F M Bottorff and J O Bell. A social period followed with punch coffee sandwiches and cigars.
Denton visitors include Mr and Mrs R R Turner and Mrs Bale from Pi lot Point. Farmers report rain aiding crops. Miss Sheila McFarland wedding at Denton, many locals attend C E Roberts funeral. Trades day in Denton drew crowds. harvest and market activity noted in Krum.
A heavy rain forecast slows afternoon activities in Gainesville as streets flood and commuters seek shelter. Local authorities warn of lingering showers into evening with potential flooding in low areas.
The first Trades Day of 1910 in Denton drew a sizable crowd despite farmers being busy and other county picnics. Exhibits in the Cockrell building showcased diverse Denton county products including 54 items on J. B. Hobson’s farm and a strong fruit display by R. O. Ellichman. Livestock, pets, and a baby show drew substantial attention with awards announced for farm and livestock classes and best displays.
A Denton event awards prizes for best produce eggs honey pies cakes and breads. Winners include Bennie Smith for best potatoes B F Smith for best peaches and R L Selby for best plums. Awards also go to Ellison Chinn McBride and others with top baby prizes noted. The best suggestion for new Chamber of Commerce features will be announced later.
The Hobson farm exhibit three miles south of town drew much attention at the Trades Display. J. B. Hobson displayed fifty kinds from field corn to cotton including three cabbage varieties five beet varieties four potato varieties and other produce. Three boys and three girls praised as fine as ever grown on a farm.
A display attracting much favorable attention featured six plum varieties, three pear types, peaches and apples, grapes, berries, beets, corn, cabbage, carrots, onions, late and Triumph potatoes, radishes, tomatoes, cantaloupes, cucumbers, peppers, okra, peas, and beans.
Denton County reports show a larger wheat acreage than expected while only about 10 percent of the crop has been thrashed. Denton Milling official Blewett notes machines working two weeks, with thrash output roughly 1,000 to 2,000 bushels daily per machine, signaling a strong overall yield potential.
Bulletin No 4 from the Texas Dairy and Food Commissioner states the department supports the U S Department of Agriculture stance that caffein is poisonous and deleterious. Manufacturers and dealers of carbonated beverages are notified that caffein addition renders products a violation of the Texas Pure Food and Drug law.
The Democratic Committee altered candidate assessments on Monday. Collector’s dues were reduced from 35 to 39 dollars while constables and justices of the peace fees dropped from 5 to 2.50 dollars. Secretary Montgomery directs payment at Exchange National Bank before Monday June 27.
A Record and Chronicle reporter spoke with three candidates Dickson Ray and Hill regarding prohibition. Ray supports constitutional statewide prohibition with conditions on statutory, Hill backs constitutional prohibition and opposes statutory, Dickson backs constitutional prohibition and any path to maintain prohibition. All three favor submission.
The negroes of the county celebrated Emancipation Day here Saturday afternoon and night with a picnic in Scripture Park. Attendance was good from residents across the county.
A Texas landowner holds 200 acres valued at 50 dollars per acre with a 5000 dollar mortgage. After marriage and death, the widow receives the land free of the mortgage. The note case outlines that accepting a lesser full settlement can bar further recovery, and vendor lien enforcement may be estopped if a four year limitation is pleaded after suit.
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