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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1909
Page
2
Public notice requests readers to report any erroneous reflections on the character or reputation of any firm individual or corporation appearing in the Record and Chronicle for correction upon notification to the publishers.
Denton prices for wheat varied with wagons reporting around 1.30 to 1.40 dollars per bushel while premiums near 1.56 to 1.60 appeared in Denton county. The article also covers Tarrant county voting on a 1 million dollar highway bond issue with pledges of careful spending and independent oversight by county officials.
The piece argues that replacing jute with cotton in bag making could raise cotton use by 6 million bales, easing overproduction fears and sustaining high prices. It contends a 13 million bale crop could not meet demand and would push acreage higher, stressing that the South has not produced cotton solely to limit supply.
The Brath County Commissioner's Court calls off the road bond election in Precinct No 1 amid expectations of defeat. The Erath community may delay immigration efforts and reconsider public improvements while other counties like Brown advance roads. The bulletin suggests the vote is not dead, only sleeping for now.
In Denton County H B Wilkerson sold 990 bushels of wheat from fifty acres at 25.4 dollars an acre. The Record and Chronicle notes North Texas farmers must harvest more such crops to offset earlier losses. Large wheat areas are likely to shrink as farmers diversify after recent failures.
The Railway Age Gazette notes a 3245 mile rail trip from Atlantic to Pacific can be made almost entirely with automatic electric block signaling. The system requires human compliance but provides absolute collision protection as electric agents guide engine crews.
An old advertisement promotes Allen's Foot-Ease powder to relieve fired, aching feet and ease tight shoes. It claims to cure swollen hot sweaty feet and corns, offering rest and comfort. Sold by druggists and shoe stores for 25c with a free trial package and sample.
A sprawling roundup notes railroad boom threats, a Comanche death from a horse accident, the death of trotter Jey Eye See in Racine, and a fatal heat wave in New York. It covers bank deposits, industry sessions, tariff votes, politics, the Hope diamond sale, Taft tax plan, lynching in Georgia, a boy charged in Waco, agricultural labor shortages, murder cases, and upcoming Dallas fair purses.
Charming women cited as dreams of beauty seek relief from nervousness and skin flaws caused by constipation and kidney poisons. Electric Bitters are claimed to regulate stomach liver and kidneys, purify blood, strengthen nerves, and improve complexion. Sold by J Raley & Co for 50 cents.
The Commercial Club urges landlords in Denton county to announce land available for rent for next season. The Chamber of Commerce will place notices in the want column and direct inquiries to suitable tenants. No charge is made and prompt information helps identify good tenants for harvest and farming needs.
P. P. McDermott of St Joseph yesterday praised Denton County's prospects with strong corn wheat and cotton outlooks. He urged citizens to unite to build a Santa Fe or Krumm road and to organize for a big Trades Day on July 10 to expand trade territory and showcase county products.
Experience proves time tells which is best. For 70 years Perry Davis Painkiller has driven away pain and aided health for sprains burns bruises rheumatism neuralgia and colds cramps and bowel complaints. Take this remedy promptly. Large bottles 36 cents or 50 cents.
In Marlow Oklahoma on June 26 Dr A A Robertson accidentally shot his wife while cleaning a rifle for a hunting trip. Mrs Robertson formerly lived in Ringgold Texas and was known as a prominent society and lodge member.
The note describes mosquitoes as troublesome and biting, advising Hunt's Lightning Oil to soothe irritated spots. It claims the oil also keeps mosquitoes off if applied promptly.
Carthage Texas June 26 Mrs F R Goodaye and granddaughter were bitten by a maddog yesterday and are now en route to the Pasteur Institute in Austin for treatment and observation.
R H Harrs secretary of the Texas Livestock Sanitary Commission issued a quarantine order this morning requiring cattle mules and horses to be driven or transported into Texas from Louisiana until further orders by the commission. The move follows an epidemic report in southwestern Louisiana.
An advertisement touts Hunt's Lightning Oil as a universal remedy for aches, pain stiff joints cuts burns and more. The copy stresses rapid and reliable relief with price points 50 cents and 26 cents per bottle.
Bert R Lean of Cheney Washington describes a near fatal lung episode caused by a bara coli infection. After expensive doctor visits in Spokane and California with no relief he credits Dr King s New Discovery with a complete cure for lung trouble bronchitis coughs asthma and related illnesses. The ad promotes the medicine at 60 cents to 1 00 with a free trial offer from J F Rala Co.
Austin June 26 State Tax Commissioner Dashiell drafts a detailed statement on the impact of the Supreme Court decision in the intangible tax case. The new law requires assessors and boards of equalization to oath that property is rendered at full market value with penalties for failure. The ruling offers no relief to railroads for 1907 taxes unless assessment was not made.
Contemporary ad extols Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the perfect remedy for cuts burns bruises sores ulcers eczema salt rheum and sore eyes. It claims superiority over all salves and lists uses from chapped hands to piles with a 26e price at J stores.
McCloud learns from a telegram that Du Sang’s arrest attempt failed and Gordon from Sleepy Cat confirms the fight’s outcome. Dicksie, Marion, and Whispering Smith join in a quiet, tense supper as McCloud plans a long ride and Dicksie reassures him with restrained affection.
In a cottage trimming room Marion is surprised as Dicksie announces she will stay all night. McCloud arrives with a porterhouse steak and the pair bustle in the kitchen while Dicksie tends the broiler, unaware of who suddenly appears at the doorway.
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