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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1909
Page
2
The Record and Chronicle warns readers that any erroneous reflection on a firm, individual, or corporation will be corrected if brought to the publishers’ attention.
Calendar notes mark William Godwin born 1756 and reference Henry VI lines quoted. It recalls Gladstone’s resignation after sixty two years in parliament in 1894 and remarks on serfdom abolition in 1861.
A Pilot Point woman sold a local merchant a 34 pound turkey for 3.75 dollars. Denton county markets show turkeys at 3.75 and hens up to one dollar, underscoring a budding poultry trade in the area.
Governor Campbell again threatens to keep the legislative noses to the grindstone until platform demands are met or refused. He made his threat on the Thirtieth and may face a stubborn Thirty-first. Some Oak Street property owners refuse to macadamize the west end, halting work. The editorial urges communal effort to build the town and asks those stopping work to reconsider.
In Texas a Bowles of Collin County introduces a bill in the legislature to reduce teachers pay despite a looming normal school bill aimed at boosting training and supply. The move contrasts with rising demand for teachers and higher living costs facing city schools.
The editorial argues against amending the Pure Food Law to limit enforcement. It contends the proposed $190 monthly expense cap and Ray’s $5 000 annual limit would effectively neutralize the law. It urges opposition to prevent its virtual interment and keep enforcement intact.
A Century Magazine writer cites figures on municipal indebtedness, with New York City leading in bonded debt among American cities. The article notes New York's prominent position in this fiscal measure and compares it to other cities in round numbers.
The article compares debt and tax values across major cities led by New York, which bears the largest bonded indebtedness yet claims vast public improvements. It notes Chicago Boston Pittsburg Cincinnati San Francisco Dallas and others with varied debt, and discusses public debate on subway funding, credit margins, and future urban growth.
H W Sanders, familiar with the Cooper family, defends Col Duncan B. Cooper saying he was a good man and a decent neighbor. He acknowledges an alleged deficit in the chancery office but blames incompetent business methods and notes Cooper’s relatives as assistants.
An advertisement promotes Hunt's Cure as a quick reliable remedy for itching disorders of any kind. It claims one application relieves and one box guarantees a cure.
An advertisement for Foley's Kidney Remedy asserts it cures kidney and bladder troubles not beyond medicine’s reach. The copy claims relief from backache and irregularities that could lead to Bright's disease or diabetes, promoted by Harrison & Kimmins.
Brownfield Texas March 3 A destructive fire in Terry county wiped out the Meadow store of T S Jackson. The building and contents valued at $6,900 were a total loss with the origin undetermined.
A short item notes the publication Record and Chronicle and Mc Clure's Magazine priced at two dollars.
In Austin on March 3 the committee to probe the Kennedy administration clerks and officers started work with Miss Jessie Kennig testifying at $120 monthly. The day also notes House sessions on homicide and anti pass laws, Texas Independence observances, and a planned adjournment around March 13 amid debates on race track betting and a budget bill.
The revenue and taxation committee reported Mobley’s bill favorably. It would impose a two percent gross receipts tax on stock yards and brewers, repealed by the Thirtieth legislature. Chairman Raye opposed the measure and a hard fight is expected in the House.
Sulphur Springs fire destroys 100 bales of cotton owned by Metsui & 60. Loss about 4000 dollars, insured. Sparks from a locomotive caused the blaze.
Houston reports firefighter Boone sustained serious injuries in the Lumbermen's National Bank blaze at midnight. Property loss estimated at about 8000 dollars.
James Knox of Krum wed Miss Cochran of Oklahoma in a Wednesday forenoon ceremony at the home of C E Roberts with Judge Zumwalt officiating. The couple began their married life after the ceremony.
In Dalhart Texas on March 3 18 year old Alsea Oliver was instantly killed by an accidental discharge of a shot gun while on the road to Nic ranch near Ware. The Oliver family is from Rockwell City Iowa. The body awaits the mother’s arrival.
Fragmentary OCR item mentions hay bale pricing with a line about four dollars a ton and references Alliance Unitaling Co. The readable text hints at bale value and agricultural trade but lacks complete details or context.
Capudine relieves headaches from colds heat stomach or nerves. Liquid pleasant to take and acts immediately. Available in 10c 25c and 59c sizes at drug stores.
Friday evening March 5 at Emerson College of Oratory Boston features Walter Bradley Tripp in a dramatic monologue from Henry IV. Single admission is 35 cents.
J A Swenson credits Bucklen’s Arnica Salve with curing a ten year eczema that resisted treatment. The salve is advertised for skin eruptions eczema salt rheum boils fever sores burns cuts and piles and is sold for 25 cents at J F Raley & Co in Watertown Wisconsin.
Arlington Texas march 3. The Arlington Commercial club formed a committee to study Northern Texas Traction company plans for an interurban to Clepars via Mansfield and connecting with the Fort Worth Dallas line. Local report says the town will raise funds for the project.
An old advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as preventives for appendicitis and cures for constipation biliousness chills malaria headache and indigestion. Sold for 25c at J F Raley & Co.
A writer notes that neglecting to advertise is a poor practice that undermines visibility and business opportunities, urging readers to adopt consistent promotional efforts.
Stark and Runnion plot to seize Necia Gale's mining claims by rigging a district election while Gale, Lee, and Burrell confront a scheme to push them out. Necia pleads for calm as Gale discovers a biased move aimed at denying her ground and reshaping the claims for profit.
The narrative depicts three men arriving at a cabin while the little party is at breakfast. They greet the residents boisterously and joke about travel, with Lee answering from the door as the scene introduces tensions among small‑town characters. The passage sets a mood of intrusion and social friction.
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