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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1910
Page
3
Advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a remedy for stomach weakness and liver laziness. It promises to improve blood quality, fight disease bacteria, and cites a complete ingredients list on the bottle wrapper. Also promotes Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets for stomach liver and bowels.
Miss Patty Richardson and Peyton Wingo were married at the bride’s sister’s home in Argyle Wednesday night at 8 20. Rev Durham officiated with the ceremony in Bridgeport. The bride has taught in local city schools two years and is the daughter of Rev J J Richardson. The groom is cashier of the Argyle state bank. They will reside in Argyle.
A short repair advertisement urges prompt treatment with Bucklen’s Arnica Salve for wounds from knives guns tin cans nails fireworks and other causes to prevent blood poisoning or gangrene. Claims quick healing for burns boils sores eruptions eczema chapped hands and piles offered at 25 cents by J. F. Raley & Co.
A waterspout with heavy hail struck the Friendship community near Pilot Point on Wednesday night, washing away cotton corn and grain. Water ran three feet deep on roads as showers spread over the region, relieving drought.
The advertisement touts Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as universally effective and praised with the phrases it cured me and it saved my child’s life. It claims broad approval and attributes success to its curative power, sold by J. A. Minnis.
William Thompson of Dallas testified for fire insurance firms at the Austin conference. He defended current rates and disputed charges of unfairness, arguing the average rate has fallen while some rates remain higher where they were previously too low.
Miss Bessie Drake announces the opening of a music studio in Denton to begin in the fall term. She will spend the summer in Chautauqua New York studying with Mr. Sherrod whose method she will teach.
City board of equalization will complete its work on Saturday. Officials will release changes in assessments after finishing the hearings for property owners whose renditions are under review.
McGinnis and Sims advertise bringing produce to the McKinney Street wagon yard for the highest market price and handling all consignments.
Mrs Don B McClurkan died Monday at 6 o clock in her parents home on South Locust street after a several month illness of tuberculosis. She was about 20, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Jno A Hann. Survived by husband. Funeral Tuesday at 10 conducted by Rev A D Rogers with Revs McFadden and Heitman, interment at I O O F cemetery.
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Stomach and Live Tablets to brace nerves banish sick headache prevent des pondency and invigorate the system sold by J. A. Minnis.
City Marshal Goode arrested three young boys on petty theft charges for taking sacks and selling them to mills. Officials note rising incidents and say other arrests occurred in the past four days.
An advertisement warns against mercury containing catarrh remedies and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio as safe and effective. It notes the medicine is taken internally and targets blood and mucous surfaces. The ad urges buyers to ensure the genuine product from druggists and mentions Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
Frienyes Daily reports rapid progress on the new college building at the normal under contractor Whitlock. The first story and basement are finished, brick work done, cornices placed, plastering underway, with completion anticipated in August. Cost estimated at 30,524 dollars.
An ad promises a money back guarantee if not satisfied with Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets two thirds of a bottle. It claims the tablets cleanse and invigorate the stomach improve digestion regulate the bowels and promote recovery. Sold by J. A. Minnis.
A street car backing into a buggy driven by a small boy caused the crash at noon on a southwes northerly square street. The buggy overturned and was badly damaged. the boy leaped clear and was unhurt. The horse backed the buggy and the motorman stopped the car quickly. the buggy belonged to Claude Williams.
A large wedding at the West Oak street home united Miss Vera Bell and the groom in a ceremony led by Rev. Warren Whiteside. Ten bridesmaids, ornate arches of smilax, and a ring bearers, with a lavish reception and numerous gifts. Guests came from the city and distant points, and the couple will reside in Oklahoma City.
From Roanoke on Thursday the Alliance Mill received two carloads of wheat that measured 64 pounds to the bushel despite trashiness. Officials believe the grain will easily scale 65 pounds per bushel when cleaned, indicating potential quality improvements after processing.
The ailment, likely rheumatic muscle trouble, responds quickly to free application of Chamberlain's Liniment. It is prompt and effective and pleasant to use. Sold by J. A Minnis.
Miss Ophar Young of the public school faculty resigned her position and Miss Margery Bailard was elected in her place. Miss Young goes to Barstow to take a place in the schools there.
Mrs. W. H. Pierce of Denton Texas testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills cured her kidney trouble in 1905 and keeps using them as a tonic. She buys from J. F. Raley Co and recommends the remedy to others. Sold by all dealers price cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents Remember the name Dean's.
A deed filed in the County Clerk's office shows W. W. Brown and wife convey to J. W. Lucas of Baylor County 634 acres on Clear Creek, six miles north of Denton, known as the F. M. Baylor place, for 32040 dollars.
An advertisement extols Quaker Scotch Oats as ideal and delicious and claims it strengthens. It contrasts cost favorably with other foods and notes packaging options in regular cartons and hermetically sealed tins.
Born to Mr and Mrs J T Grant on Mores street a girl. Johnson and Gillespie sold a Model 19 Buick Wednesday to Henry Selz er Pilot int. The little daughter of R B Rich who has been sick with fever is resting easily.
W S Wadkins from west of Lew isville visited Thursday. He sold 500 dozen roasting ears in Denton this year at 10 to 12 cents per dozen or 2 cents and is now selling tomatoes that yield good returns.
The infant of J O Stone who lives north of the city is seriously ill with tetanus.
Mayor Poe has opened an office in the Craddock building and installed phones. He urges citizens to call for information about the city’s business, inviting them to report their wants and concerns.
Central Presbyterian Sunday school members spent an enjoyable Thursday evening at Highland Park. Younger members played outdoor games under older chaperones while two street carloads plus other groups traveled by carriage. Ice cream and other refreshments were served.
Brown and Yancey list sales including sixty acres three miles northeast of the city to Luther P. Bell of Dallas County for 2400 dollars. Bell plans to locate on the farm. J. S. Darnall sells his Hickory street home to W. A. Klepper for 5000 dollars. W. A. Klepper sells his home to J. S. Darnall for 3500 dollars.
Johnson and Gillespie have purchased a Model 10 Buick reflecting a local auto trade purchase. The transaction highlights a notable consumer move in community vehicle acquisitions.
Edgar Stone infant son of J O Stone died Friday night north of the city. The remains will be interred at Green Valley cemetery Sanday.
An electrical storm Friday night struck and killed a fine Jersey cow owned by Mrs. M. B. Myers. The event occurred during the storm and the animal died instantly.
J. G. Hester has sold his stake in Denton Freight Transfer Company to J. M. Pinckley. The firm is now Brownlow Lester and Pinckley.
Mrs T C McCormick received a telegram from Marietta Oklahoma stating that Dean London son of J P London a former county resident was dying She hurried to Marietta to be with him.
A Sunday message announced the death of Dean London son of J P London a former city resident. He died Saturday night in Marietta Oklahoma after a period away from home.
Work began Monday morning on rearranging the fire men's quarters at City Hall with about 500 dollars slated for improvements.
J W. Smith awarded a contract to J B Turpen to build a house on the corner of Sycamore Street and Avenue 8B. The project is expected to cost about $3,500 and will proceed under Turpen’s supervision.
McCormick Godwin completed brick work on the new public school building at Krum. They also closed a contract to erect a new building for the Continental State Bank at Roanoke.
A note states Geo Sheridan sells his Cadillac ear to Henry Lvely of Ponder on Monday.
Johnson and Gillespie report the sale of a house and lot in the College of Industrial Arts addition to D. Lacy for a consideration of $1250.
J E Jones who collapsed and died in his West Prairie Street store Monday was buried Tuesday at City Cemetery. Rev A Willsey led services with a large crowd of relatives and friends in attendance.
A female health advertisement claims Electric Bitters restore beauty and health by regulating stomach liver and kidneys cleansing the blood and improving nerves eyes breath and skin. It urges women to try them, priced 50c at J F Raley & Co.
For sale an automobile in a good condition. See Geo Sheridan Denton Texas for details.
J. K. Jones an elderly Denton county resident of long standing collapsed and died in his West Prairie street shop between 9 and 10 Monday morning due to heart failure. He had been ill only slightly recently and the funeral is set for Tuesday at City Cemetery after services at his Mulberry Street home. Survived by five adult children including Mrs. J. F. Stone of Fort Worth and J. R. Jones of the county.
Paul Mathurka of Buffalo New York says the king of laxatives Dr King s New Life Pills has been kept at home for a year and proved a blessing to the family The easy sure remedy helps stomach liver and kidney troubles Only 25 cents at J F Raley Co
A Wednesday shower swept Denton county with varying downpours from Prosper to Aubrey and Pilot Point. Little Elm saw no rain. Northwest regions received a broad net of precipitation. The cooler damp weather aids corn and a further rain could lift yields across fields.
All Au brey circuit ME Church South Sunday schools meet for a grand rally in J T Robinson’s pasture south of Shady Grove school house on Thursday July 14 1910. Refreshments and ice cold drinks will be served. Each Sunday school will prepare a program. J H Averitt Pastor.
telegram Friday announced the death of John Bateman in Galveston. He was a former partner and Denton resident, living in Henderson at his death and remembered by older Denton citizens who knew him in business until 1885. No cause of death given.
Paul Dorsey who faced murder charges in the February killing of Joe Fadler waived examining trial and was released on a $1500 bond in Dallas. The bond filed by a surety company received sheriff Ledbetter's approval and Dorsey was freed Monday afternoon.
A strong downpour hit Denton Tuesday afternoon lasting about an hour. Green Valley reported a fine rain after a heavy Saturday shower. Northwest areas near Sanger saw heavy precipitation while Little Elm noted rain on Monday and Tuesday improving conditions.
E. B Bewley and Jule G. Smith of Fort Worth who bought the Justin Mill plant have sold the same to the Justin Mill and Elevator company for 30000, deed filed Thursday.
Sept Duggan of the First Presbyterian Sunday school state that the postponed picnic will be held next Thursday at Blue Hole. The church provides transportation and wagons leave promptly at 8 o clock.
Near Little Elm on a Wednesday a farmer named Turner, brother of former Tax Collector S. R. Turner, was bitten on the hand by a snake while grabbling fish. The snake escaped as Turner sought the fish and he went to Little Elm for treatment as the pain and poison left him very sick.
Birmingham Alabama voters on Monday approved a city government reform adopting the Galveston plan. The measure places commissioners in charge of specific departments, signaling a shift from a strong mayor system.
Denton residents show interest as Thorp Springs College announces its opening on Wednesday September 14 with A W Young as president and B W Miller as dean. The faculty includes J T Stricklin Miss Lois Bonham B H Miller Miss Ola McCall Mrs J O Garret and others under a board of trustees featuring T H Dabney T A Miller J L Rutherford and T F Jasper among members.
298 acres of well improved second class black waxy land two miles from the railroad station. Contains some John son grass and has made 31 bushels of wheat per acre. Price only 30 dollars per acre from Denton Trust Company.
The estate of M. Hilger, deceased, filed in county court on June 18 and approved. Real estate valued at 19,400. horses, mules, household goods and farming implements at 1,870. notes at 342.56. total 21,612.56. Administrators Ann Stil lier and Joe Hilger. appraisal by R. H. Evers, J. Christal, and C. A. Cox.
Advert says Goodelse people use Perry Davis Painkiller, claiming it cures sprains strains colds and cramps. It notes a new size and price of 50 cents per bottle and urges taking a bottle home today. The remedy is described as tested for 70 years.
The mainspring of a watch does not unwind uniformly but jerks four times per second, about 345 600 times daily and over 126 000 000 times yearly. The discussion cites Kent and Wohler on metal fatigue from repeated shocks, noting rupture from sequences of subthreshold stresses and the finite life of iron parts under repeated loading.
President Taft plans a Texas visit later this year only if his anticipated Panama voyage proceeds. A heavy rain across Iowa Missouri and Illinois last Sunday ends drought concerns and supports a healthy corn crop.
Mr and Mrs M G Wright from Monroe County Tennessee on a Denton visit report minimal voter turnout in the recent primary. Wright says Patterson will likely win a third term as Democratic nominees gathered weak support across the state.
A local ad promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied after two thirds of a bottle as directed. The seller is J. A. Minnis.
An elderly reader recalls doctors urging surgery in Chicago after multiple operations but credits Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with restoring health after trying it, noting relief after three bottles.
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