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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1912
Page
4
A rare and brief occultation of Antares will be seen Wednesday evening between 9 25 and 9 56 p m local time, with a few seconds of immersion, based on calculations from Trinity Mills and noted by L F Fouts. Denton observers may see it slightly later, as the dark lunar limb covers the star briefly.
Local advertisement announces seasonal Berry and Fruit time sale featuring Jelly glasses, jar tops, jars, and rubbers. Shoppers urged to stock up for canning and preserving as supplies are ready.
Due to recent rains delaying thrashing, the Aubrey Commercial Club called off the Fourth of July picnic. The notice mentions Try phone 44 for grocery connections and Ong & King promising prompt delivery and first class groceries.
Bids will be received for frame buildings on the Normal campus until July 3 and will be sold then if at all. Potential buyers may view the structures. W. H. Bruce.
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C. H. McDowell, A. and M. student, visited Denton on Wednesday asking former students and alumni to subscribe to a $75,000 YMCA building on the College Station campus. About $30,000 is subscribed with payments received. several Denton donations noted.
Superintendent J. W. Beaty releases Dr Thomas Fletcher University visit note confirming Denton High received one domestic science unit and retained all prior units. Fletcher records the school at 20 1/2 entrance units, a high total for a small high school in Denton.
A vintage advertisement depicts a police scene urging a crowd to move on while promoting Dr. King’s New Life Pills. The copy claims the pills ease constipation without harsh effects and touts a 25 cent price at J. F. Raley & Co.
A fine rain fell as Prof. Ross Compton and Miss Frankie Lain wed in Sanger with Rev. W. A. Thomas officiating. The bride, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Lain, taught at Sanger School for five years and served as organist and Junior League superintendent. The groom has led the Sanger school for two years and the couple left for Dexter, Missouri.
The 1911 Denton High School faculty is now complete after Miss Gertrude Malone is ejected from her English post. The roster includes Superintendent J. W. Beaty, teachers A. Logan, Miss Fannie Buster, R. E. Jackson, Miss Gertrude Majones, F. A. Floyd, and assistants Miss Anna Pritchett, Miss Lillian Walker, Miss Mable Elliott, and domestic science staff Miss Mary Fain and Miss Malone. Malone, who led the English department, left for Oklahoma City to spend the summer with her parents after being chosen for the post. Malone, Baylor graduate 1905, studied at Columbia in 1908 and Chautauqua, N. Y., in 1909, and previously taught in Mt. Vernon and Elk City.
Attorney General ruling states candidates for the Democratic nominations must pay their primary expense assessments by July 8. It confirms June 4 was the previous deadline.
A lurid tale describes a man seeking a rich woman and praising a tonic, Electra Bitters, as the source of beauty and health. It extols white blood, restful sleep, and vigor while claiming relief from indigestion and headaches. The ad declares Electra Bitters as everywoman’s favorite remedy.
Rain delays thrashing but helps crops as residents like Sttz Judge and Wilson travel to Denton while Grover Cleveland stays in Rhome. Local events include a Baptist church ice cream supper and Rev Cobers sermon. Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised as quick healer for burns cuts and wounds at 25 cents.
In Garza on June 25 several locals and guests are listed visiting or returning from nearby towns. Denton appears frequently with Miss Nancy Whitmore and Mrs J Wright among others visiting relatives. weddings and travels to Dallas, San Antonio, Wolfe City, Sherman, and Grapevine are noted.
New stock of The Craftman's Art-a fae linen paper and envelopes with a gold embossed old English script is offered in a handsome box. Careful distinction from inferior goods is urged. Phone 52 for details and pricing.
The shop pledges accurate, conscientious prescription work using fresh, full strength drugs ordered by doctors. It notes careful checking, safeguards in preparation, and special care for children in emergencies. Delivery to all city areas via both phones 188.
Ad text announces Minnis' stock of single initial gold embossed stationery and urges customers to order short runs. It mentions cooking and service roles and invites readers to visit SMITHS RESTAURANT to experience the offerings.
Bread that tastes right and gives value in every loaf says Smiths Restaurant. The ad claims customer satisfaction and neighborly quality in their baked goods.
A terse ad declares a grocery business must be leased to keep operating and promises customer satisfaction. It directs readers to call the contact numbers at LONG and KING, implying a sales pitch for lease arrangements.
The North Texas Normal faculty member Professor F A Hauslein was taken to Dallas for surgery on Tuesday. Doctors report extreme critical condition with acute peritonitis from a ruptured gall bladder or appendix. Earlier Dallas News said he was stricken with appendicitis and had a severe peritonitis, not expected to live through the week.
The family thanks friends and neighbors for their sympathy and kindness after the death of their little daughter. Mr and Mrs Chas N White express appreciation for support during their bereavement.
Charles Smith in County Treasury Office handles typing tasks and carbon copies at reasonable prices, reflecting routine clerical work in the office.
A local notice urges farmers and residents to insure wheat and other produce with a reliable company. It promotes coverage for grain, household goods, barns, livestock, and automobiles against fire, inviting visits, letters, or phone inquiries.
Local consumers praise the firm for constant availability and courteous assistance. The long distance network continues to grow, widening service reach as demand rises. Inquire for more details.
A growing business credits efficiency in service quality of merchandise and right price for its expansion. The ad invites customers to try the service and highlights the location at Long and King Streets.
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