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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1909
Page
4
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Denton County gains optimism from Chamber of Commerce exposure as wheat growers prepare for July events. The Terrell Transcript notes a $1,000,000 wheat payout this year, while farmers advocate more wheat and less politics. The Tyler Times laments farm talk while praising rural prosperity and steady yields.
A 40 acre farm is hailed as a model for growth in the Southwest. Neighbors differ on its methods yet crops rarely fail while larger farms struggle. Advocates predict 8 acre plots will seem small in time, and soil conservation and scientific farming will yield definite results.
The piece notes widespread drought pressures in Louisiana and Mississippi, echoes North Texas sullen conditions, and recalls last year’s flooding in nearby counties. It highlights Denton county’s relative relief versus southern and western areas where conditions are dire.
Discussion centers on a $1.50 wheat price in Denton county with yields quoted near eight bushels per acre. Farmers report some fields at twenty bushels, but general production appears low. Estimated gross per acre is about $12, highlighting stark contrasts with higher land values and berry cash crops.
The article extols Denton county Texas as a diversified farming area with black and sandy soils, producing fifteen bushels per acre in wheat and selling at $1.40 to $1.50 a bushel. It notes potential profits from corn, cowpeas, and cotton, plus potatoes and truck crops, highlighting twenty seven soil varieties and strong growth prospects. It invites visitors to see the county’s agricultural abundance.
J. M. Smith reports June rain in Sanger Texas. A fine rain on the 9th and another on the 13th helped corn and late planted cotton emerge. Grass greens up, thrashers delayed by rain, wheat yields reach 7.5 to 13 bushels per acre from thrashing.
Tulsa investigator reports Captain F. Panderson aged 74 attempted self harm by cutting his throat amid business reverses following the Battle Ax railroad failure. The promoter, credited with oil discovery at Tulsa, faced financial reverses leading to the act.
Governor Campbell named a three member board to codify Texas laws. The appointees are James G. Dudley of Paris R. B. Miner of San Antonio and H. G. Robertson of Beaumonth. The panel will draft a comprehensive code for the state.
SANGER June 22 It is raining a little here and the ground needs thorough wetting. Local residents report new purchases including a Buick by Jas G Wright and a motorcycle by Curtis Warren. Wheat thrashing is nearly done with good price and quality. Many residents travel for visits to Snyder Hereford New Mexico Dallas Itasca Georgetown Denton and Lewisville. Community notices include church and school activities and a July 10 picnic at the Goteher grove.
Money to loan on farm lands at seven percent interest offered by Denton Trust Company Denton Texas. Seed Man S W Kanady wanted corn stock pelts core beans kaffir milo maize sweet potato slips turnip seed and all garden seeds purchased.
June 22. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Sanders were in Dallas last week. Luther McGalliarg of Tyler visited home folks here. Mrs. D. H. Fry Dr. Ada Kintald of Denton and Mrs. Vausha called on Mrs. A E B Wharton. Dr. B. A. Frechet of Greenville and Mrs. Jim Sparks were mentioned with a child’s name incomplete.
Numerous inquiries for choice farm land prompt listing requests. Denton Trust Company offers loans at 7 percent interest to finance property purchases.
Krum Texas district reports wheat averaging ten bushels per acre with gains up to sixteen and lows of four. Oats yield about one bushel. Corn looks well though some fields dry. Eli Oliver and Miss Eddie Bartee steal march to Dentoyn. Parvig singing class met Krum class. G P Gore visits Decatur relatives. School bonds approved. four extra lots purchased near current site to plan a new building by fall. Mr and Mrs B F Donala of Justin spent Sunday in town.
A local drug store invites customers to frequent the premises and recommend it to friends. The ad promises reliable goods, courteous service, low prices, and well stocked departments. J F Raley and Co., Middle Block South Side Square.
Dr W E McCabe specializes in diseases of women throat ulcers and tumors. Office located over Garrison and Kimmins drug store on the west side square in Denton Texas.
Murry and Smith, former bank cashier, visited last week while Mies Braew of Wolfe City spent time with relatives. Mrs. Jon Dyer Black hosted a Sunday gathering, and James Black of Fort Worth called on relatives. C Nail’s four children return from Arkansas to live with their father. Bewley’s elevator and the new mine both receive fresh coats of paint.
Light showers aid traps though raids continue. A M Bush of Navo visited Monday. G W Baker operates thrashing machine for the season. L T Fox and wife spent Friday night with J R Beale. John Norris and family visiting. Di Rector visited Mrs McDaniel. Ming Olle McDaniel was in Aubrey. Levie Nix and daughter Lennie in Denton recently. Little Miss George Sale visiting Mrs Ed Hawkins in Denton.
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