This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 45 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1909
Page
3
Mrs Bess Lanham widow of E M Lanham sues to set aside the will made shortly before his death claiming the deceased suffered an insane delusion about his wife. The estate valued at 39000 dollars mainly goes to his two sons.
Abilene Texas March 1 A district court opened and the grand jury will investigate the killing of Alex Sears stockman burned to death near Clyde February 1 Tom Barnett, the alleged murderer, is jailed at Baird.
Advertising copy touts Simmons' Sarsaparilla as a king of tonics that will restore appetite and energy, claiming it makes you eat freely and laugh again. The pitch encourages immediate use to combat fatigue and “whack” feeling.
WEATHERFORD Tex March 1 The State Knights of Pythias new home for widows and orphans opened here today at a cost of 250000 The first orphans received were the Windley children from Amarillo.
A Casimer, Wisconsin mother states her three year old was severely constipated with high fever. After giving Foley's Orino Laxative twice the fever disappeared and the child recovered fully, claimed as life saving by the parent.
Chic Perkins stars in a new Western play of humor and pathos Tuesday March 9. The show features charming comedy and strong sentiment with mining life set in Colorado and lavish scenery. A wholesome family outing with entertaining, pure entertainment.
Lunch by Baptist ladies at the Fry building from 6 to 7 30 PM serves a 15 cent meal. Proceeds go to benefit the Denton sanitarium initiative.
Nashville march 1 story on the Cooper Sharp trial for Senator Carmack's slaying. Arguments loom as defense and state prepare hundreds of witnesses. jurors, mostly farmers, press for air as judge orders outdoor walks twice daily.
Abilene Texas March 1 Sam Fuller, arrested on a Tennessee murder charge from ten years ago, was taken into custody by Weakley County Sheriff Brasfield. Fuller, serving a ten year sentence, escaped three years back and now admits the crime. He did not resist extradition.
Dr King’s New Life Pills claim to prevent appendicitis by stimulating the stomach liver and bowels. They are advertised as curing constipation biliousness chills malaria headache and indigestion and priced at 25 cents at J F Raley & Co.
Fort Worth report says the Anti Vaccination League prepared a bill opposing compulsory vaccination of school children after learning of a City charter provision. The group also appeals an injunction decision by Judge Mike E. Smith in favor of the school board.
Watertown Wisconsin resident J A Swenson credits Bucklen's Arnica Salve with curing ten years of eczema after failed treatments by fifteen doctors. The advertisement touts its effectiveness on skin eruptions boils sores burns and piles and lists J F Raley Co as a local seller at 25 cents.
Henry McDonald of Brownwood was arrested and jailed on a charge of assaulting Charles Smithers of Houston with a gun. McDonald pleaded guilty claiming he objected to Smithers paying attentions to his daughter. Smithers was jailed on perjury charges connected to the case.
Washington reports that statehood hopes for Arizona and New Mexico are dead due to political conditions in New Mexico. A Senate committee is said to reveal a land syndicate grabbed millions of acres set aside for education, while local bonds funded promotion schemes. Gov Curry, a Rough Rider, may be asked to resign. Taft's post inauguration actions expected.
Denton resident J. H. Tennis reports long back aches and kidney weakness improved after using Doan's Kidney Pills from J. F. Raley Co. The advertisement asserts kidney cures and urges purchase from dealers with Foster Milburn Co. as U S sole agents. It notes price at 50 cents.
Denton citizens recall Duncan B. Cooper from Tennessee. R. B. Anderson, former Sul Ross camp adjutant, says Cooper led a bushwhacker company during the war and earned the title of colonel afterward. H. W. Sanders and Mrs. Brazier also knew Cooper, with Mrs. Brazier noting an unprofitable acquaintance.
Federal officials say twenty two Chinese smuggled through New Orleans were actually moved across the Rio Grande at El Paso and are part of several batches brought into Texas by wholesale in the last six months. Eight were caught at Fort Worth and six at Baird as authorities work to curb the operation.
The seven year old son of H M Adams of Henrietta Pa suffered five years from eczema with lung risk. his mother reports seven bottles of Electric Bitters cured him. The remedy claims to treat eruptions eczema salt rheum sores blood disorders and rheumatism, price 50 cents, guaranteed by J F Raley & Co.
Washington March 1 Following Taft arrival from New York he will be elected on sight as a member of the National Farmers Union as President Roosevelt was Judge Taft will not leave the capital again until after he has assumed the reins of government
Advertisement touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a safe cough remedy that cures coughs and strengthens lungs to prevent pneumonia. Warns against substitutes and notes the product comes in a yellow package with no harmful drugs. Refers to Garrison and Kimmins.
Denton grocers offer 100 pound sacks of stock feed advertised as versatile and mixable with other feeds. The seller promotes cost savings on feed bills and notes the product is suitable for standalone use.
The article reports an anti nepotism amendment proposed to bar invited speakers and junket trips, with House rules under debate. It notes the Senate passing bills limiting railway workers to sixteen hours and merging Wichita Falls railroads, plus a railroad ad space contract bill pending after a 3 o'clock Senate recess.
Paramore and Burnett pledge backing for a Victoria candidate as Lt. McFadden becomes Pryor’s successor. Support shifts signal political transition and local power alignment.
It is announced that J. H. Parramore of Abilene and Burke Burnett of Fort Worth, previously discussed as candidates to succeed, will help Ike Pryor in supporting A. L. McFadden of Victoria for that office as president of the Texas Cattle Raisers' Association.
Mrs Ida Soper of Big Pond Pennsylvania recounts near fatal lung illness followed by relief and a permanent cure after using Dr King’s New Discovery. The notice touts its effectiveness for coughs bronchial ailments and offers trial bottles free with guarantee by J F Raley & Co.
Promises top quality laundry service with guaranteed satisfaction and careful workmanship. Emphasizes perfect methods, intelligent operation, and protection of output while reducing wear and tear. Calls for a trial to prove complete customer satisfaction.
In Denton on March 1 a slight gain appears in all future markets with domestic spots higher and Liverpool prices mixed. Settlements boosted spot sales in New York, hinting at further advances after settling day. Local receipts remain scattered as Fort Worth livestock shows limited changes in cattle hogs and calves with modest gains in grain prices and poultry demand.
An advert promotes Hunt's Cure as the quickest and most reliable remedy for itching diseases. One application relieves and one box is guaranteed to cure.
The report lists prices for cotton lint corn oats oats chops barley hay and groceries. It details per bushel or ton prices for corn shelled and ear corn chops oats and onions with regional retail and wholesale figures. Livestock hogs cows and poultry prices conclude the market snapshot.
No quorum blocks Tennessee Legislature from transacting business as lawmakers reportedly evade records and delay proceedings.
Eight Democratic senators who fled to Kentucky to dodge arrest have decided not to return to Nashville. They will remain in Hopkinsville until the Tennessee General Assembly adjourns, saying their aim in breaking quorum was to block Republicans from electing Democratic primary election commissioners.
Capu chine is promoted as the best remedy for colds and grip. It relieves aching feverishness cures the cold and restores normal conditions. The liquid acts immediately and is sold in 10 25 and 50 cent sizes at drug stores.
The House approved a Senate bill to re enlist discharged negro soldiers from Fort Brown amid Brownsville shooting fallout. The 210 to 101 vote saw Northern Democrats align with Republicans. Critics warned of inviting more lawlessness. supporters argued the discharge was irregular and justice due.
An advertisement urges readers to try Hunt's Lightning Oil for immediate relief from aches pains burns cuts sprains and similar afflictions, promising quick complete cures and urging readers not to suffer or delay.
Bert Rhodes, a Houston telephone lineman, was knocked from a pole on Tyler Street by a severe electrical shock. He suffered deep head and facial cuts and a broken arm, with recovery considered doubtful after the fall.
An ad claims one box of Hunt's Cure cures any case of itching piles with a single application proving its merit. It emphasizes guaranteed results and urges immediate trial.
Bale shucas priced at 4 dollars per ton or Lica bale. Claimed to equal in feeding value to prairie hay. Alliance Milling Co. 150tfe.
In Dallas Texas the Snowberger murder trial called for eighteen veniremen faced fines for appearing late or failing to attend jury duty. The record shows jurors misled by unclear instructions and possible procedural issues affecting the case.
Independence Day on Tuesday March 2 prompts Denton post office actions. Money order window closes, registry stamp and general delivery open 7:39 to 9:30 a.m. Carriers report on schedule and depart as directed. Afternoon hours 1:65 to 6 p.m.
E. H. Harriman will not speak to the Texas Legislature in Austin as had been rumored. The railroad magnate plans to proceed to Mexico from San Antonio, with no exact travel date set.
The grand lodge of the Odd Fellows of Texas assembled at the Surf pavilion in Galveston with a large attendance, marking the start of their gathering on March 1.
An ad promotes Capuoline as a liquid headache remedy for colds heat stomach or nervous troubles. It claims immediate action and pleasant taste with prices of 10¢ 25¢ and 5¢ at drug stores.
P P Wilkins of Whitesboro, a Federal Agricultural Department agent, assesses plans for the coming year. He notes strong farmer interest, more experiment stations, and cooperative work, citing methane cotton trials and corn yields as evidence of good results.
In Georgetown Texas an 18 year old girl Mary Burgess escaped a devastating home fire this morning by leaping from an upper story to the veranda. The fire destroyed C F Burgess residence and left Mary badly burned.
Misses K of Denton visited friends. Mr and Mrs Nai ent e young people Friday in Mr Hornsby and isville visited friend and Sunday. Saturday eve Marcus Dean cross the rai fell and br Mr visited Re.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.