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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1913
Page
2
Rates listed for monthly, six and twelve month subscriptions with advance payments. Notices include mailing classifications and public correction policy for the Weekly Record and Chronicle. The text also cites postal service dates and a general notice about corrections upon being informed by readers.
Denton leads in trade outreach while Lewisville boosters plan a county visit on July 4. The Fourth of July celebration is organized by the Denton Fire Department with high expectations, and public cooperation is urged to ensure a successful event.
From reports to Rev. C. T. Cooper chairing the North Texas Sunday School board the First Methodist church in Denton leads observances of Children’s Day with 469 Sunday schools in the conference and Denton again ahead after last year’s win. Dallas Terrell Greenville and others in the North Texas conference contribute to the victory.
The Record and Chronicle editor plans a vacation as the legislature nears, hoping relief from the intense visits of lawmakers with hot weather approaching in the state capital. The note mocks Bill Edwards of Texas Press for resisting reform and recalls the now defunct press union once led by C. T. Crowell.
A Fort Worth husband filing for divorce cites a night at a lodge with his wife who “shadowed” him. The item notes readers should ask Bob Davis for the lodge name. the reply hints it was the Odd Fellows, the sole lodge he hasn’t fried.
Bath Illinois resident J C Eveland credits Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment with curing his 25 year battle with eczema after other remedies failed. The advertisement touts a physician formulated ointment guaranteed by Pfeiffer Chemical Co and sold by druggists or mail order for 50 cents.
An insurance offer covers wheat and other small grains stored anywhere in Denton county. Customers can write, phone, or visit the office for details or to arrange coverage.
F. F. Hill with Brent Jackson Luther Hoffman and County Attorney Wilson traveled to Littl Elm Saturday morning in the Hill auto. Hill is scheduled to speak there Saturday night opposing Senate Joint Resolution No. 48 and has issued a challenge to debaters for the other side.
W. T. Bailey & Co. announces telephone number changes from old 54 to new 120. The company requests customers update contact records and use the new line for inquiries and orders.
The Ladies' Aid and Mission society of the First Christian church entertained guests from Denton’s other churches at Mrs. C. Lipscomb Sr.’s West Oak home. Talks, debates on federation of church societies, and a push to petition Gov. Celquitt on widening the Pender white slave bill dominated the afternoon. Mrs. Kittrell won the Bible contest, and an angel food cake was served with an ice course.
Secretary George Roark of the Chamber of Commerce urged the Lewisville boosters to visit Denton on their July 4 trade trip. He said Denton welcomes them and aims to ensure a pleasant stay in the county seat, addressing rumors of any picnic conflicts.
Gettysburg hosts a joint Civil War reunion with Stars and Bars and Stars and Stripes to mingle in peace. Confederates are allowed to bring flags but official decorations will feature the Stars and Stripes only. Veterans arrive to a festive town as 5,000 tents are set and 50,000 soldiers are expected to attend.
The First Baptist Church ladies group met at Mrs Otis King’s home for a pleasant Friday afternoon. The evening program included prayer by Mrs J A Minnis Scripture reading by Mrs Lester a China lesson led by Miss Whitten and songs. Hostesses were Mrs King Mrs Floyd and Mrs Key with an ice course served.
Local Christian Endeavor members return from the Dallas state convention. A business meeting at Central Presbyterian planned new efforts Basil Mahan to lead Sunday. National study focuses on Glory righteousness Prosperity Liberty Peril of forgetting Pride Oppression with readings from Prov Deut Isa Dan.
The three week revival under a big tent led by Evangelist John B. Andrews and helpers concluded Sunday night. Though outcomes were not as large as hoped, community good was said to have resulted. Nearby events included Pauline South hosting a dinner for Fay Hulm with several guests, and Scott & Owens buying the Palace Barber Shop south side location from Blake & Blake. A birthday surprise for Henry Nortman was shared by his family, while Mrs. W G Leath suffered a broken rib from a fall after the meeting, and Mrs. Mattie Montgomery went to San Antonio to be with her daughter Bess who underwent appendicitis surgery and was recovering.
Frank J. Cheney sworn as senior partner of F. J. Cheney & Co. pledges to pay one hundred dollars for each catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notary A W Gleason certifies the oath dated December 6. Promises testimonials and nationwide selling in Toledo Ohio with 75 cent price. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
A August tour led by Edith L Clark instructor in English and Americana Literature at North Texas State Normal includes stops in Chicago Buffalo Niagara Toronto Hudson River trip to New York Boston Norfolk Virginia Washington City and other scenic side trips. Address for details is 150 W Hickory St Denton Texas.
T. C. Sample invites customers to compare quality and price, promising high quality goods at low prices and asking for a chance to prove it through July.
J E Stringer advertises farm land loans with the Ward Harrison Loan Co of Fort Worth as a strong Texas lender. He offers prompt arrangements for large or small loans and invites borrowers to visit his office upstairs over Wilson Hann Co. for immediate money.
The McKinney Examiner recalls Capt. J. J. M. Harper of Navo Denton county as an early subscriber and local correspondent nicknamed Nemo. Born in Green county Missouri he moved to Texas settling near Teatur Wise and later Navo. He married twice and left six children with several noted neighbors in early days of the Texas settlement.
Miss Ardis Nichols hosted a social gathering at Hiland Park Friday night in honor of Miss Dena Belle Newton of Gainesville who returned home Saturday morning. Guests and chaperones included Mrs. Nichols and several couples, with supper served at 6 30 for a list of local youths and their families.
We the undersigned merchants of Denton agree to close our stores all day Friday July 4 in order that our forces may enjoy the fresh ozone of the country and vicinity. Signed Wilson Hann Co W B Mc Clurkan Co A Toplitz Grand Leader Duke Ayers Jarrell Evans Dry Goods Co J S Terry Beyett's Shoe Store Julian Scruggs daw
Mrs. Jessie Sharp of Columbia describes severe womanly ailments and says Cardus, a tonic, cured her symptoms. The ad touts Cardus as a natural-strengthening remedy for tired nervous women and offers a 64 page treatment guide from Chattanooga Medicine Co.
The formal installation of Dr J W Caldwell as pastor of Central Presbyterian church will be held Sunday at 4 41 oclock. Rev R T Caldwell of Paris a brother of Dr Caldwell will preach the installation sermon with Rev Calvin W Yates of Cleburne in charge of the services. Mr Yates will also deliver the impressive charge to the pastor and Elder J C Foster of Fort Worth will deliver the charge to the congregation.
Teething babies suffer in heat with gum pain and upset stomachs. The ad promotes Mc GEE'S BABY ELIXIR to correct the stomach, cool and quiet the bowels, and aid digestion. Prices 25¢ and 50c per bottle, sold by R. H. Garrison.
An old advertisement claims Texas Wonder cures kidney and bladder issues and related ailments in men women and children. It promises digestion of gravel and diabetes relief with one bottle lasting two months and mailed sales from Dr E W Hall in St Louis Missouri. Sold by druggists.
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