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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1909
Page
2
Publication notice states subscription policy and urges readers to report any erroneous reflections for correction. it lists that the firm will address concerns promptly and welcomes public input to maintain accuracy and accountability.
Almanac notes feature dates echoing Shakespeare and Civil War figures while local pages discuss macadam on Noth Locust street and the benefits of advertising in the Record and Chronicle. A merchant investment and neighborly sale tips illustrate early 20th century Denton commerce.
The con man in The Confessions of a Con Man in the Saturday Evening Post says Honey Grove Texas is the easiest mark on the map. He claims he and his confederates traveled with a circus and left town with five or six thousand dollars of easy money. The remark predates Jim Lowry's arrival.
The piece notes abmissionists back a move for a constitutional convention to push a prohibition clause. It explains that a two thirds vote is needed to submit an amendment, but a simple majority can call a convention to rewrite the constitution. The committee report favors the convention, with uncertainty over anti submission support, and warns it would be risky to vote amid political turmoil. The Record and Chronicle urges submission of the prohibition amendment, while the writer doubts amending the entire constitution for prohibition.
An Aubrey Herald editorial urges farmers to use newspaper ads to sell surpluses like corn or hay. It argues local ads connect neighbors, save hauling costs, and benefit both seller and buyer as the paper’s advertising columns draw attention to available goods.
February 1909 postal receipts rise 11 percent from February 1908. Readings show stamps 1403.98, second class matter 24.03, box rents 3.10, total 14311.11, while February 1908 totals 1294.98 with stamps 15.87, second class matter 4.45, box rents 0.00. Overall increase 136.79.
The little son of H M Adams of Henrietta Pennsylvania suffered five years from eczema and lung complications. His mother reports seven bottles of Electric Bitters cured him completely. The tonic is advertised for eruptions eczema salt rheum sores blood disorders and rheumatism. Sold by J F Raley Co. 60 cents guaranteed.
Brenham Texas March 6 S E Kitchen postmaster at Chappel was jailed here accused of shooting John Carlisle a prominent planter at that place last night Carlisle is dying and no formal charge will be placed until the result is known
Finished tearing down cribbed elevator leaves lumber in good condition. Walls drawn, preserved for sale at a low price. Ideal for barn shed or other building with dimension lumber. Call early. Price 1.50 per hundred feet. Alliance Milling Company.
Advertising note offering cotton seed meal for sale by W. T. Johnson. Mentions price and quantity not specified.
Local agricultural ad states baled shucks selling for four dollars per ton or fifteen cents per bale and notes their equal food value to prairie hay. Alliance Milling Co. 150tfe.
In Rockwall Texas on March 6 settlers hunt Anderson Ellis a negro suspected of attempting to assault Mrs. Arthur McKinney on her husband’s farm. White residents threaten lynching if he is found. Mrs. McKinney fought off the assailant torn clothing and injuries while her children cried for help as neighbors nearby are alerted. Ellis had been employed as a farm hand by McKinney.
New York March 6. The seventh annual Canadian camp dinner at the Hotel Astor featured roasted Amazon monkey and boa constrictor as crowd favorites. Over 260 guests attended as entertainment included yodeling, moving pictures, and a talk by John J. White Jr. with a letter from Rev. Dr. William Rainsford about African hunting adventures.
A vintage advertisement promotes Allen's Foot-Ease powder to allow wearing shoes one size smaller. It claims instant relief for pinching shoes, suitable for dancing and breaking in new footwear. Sold everywhere 25c sample free address Allen S. Olmstead Le Roy New York. Do not accept substitutes.
Luther Brown aged 34 a farmer near Graham Texas was killed when a cow kicked him in the head causing skull fractures and brain injury this morning.
“All thought I’d lose my lot,” writes J A Swenson of Watertown Wisconsin. Ten years of eczema and 15 doctors failed until Bucklen’s Arnica salve healed it. For skin eruptions boils burns cuts and piles 25¢ at J F Raley & Co.
An offer from Mrs. M Summers of Notre Dame Indiana for a free home treatment to cure bed wetting in children and urinary difficulties in adults. No money required and instructions are sent to mothers who write today.
Belton Texas March 6 Bracken the man accused of shooting B Caddel in this county and held on bond for murder was shot last night by an unknown assailant in an ambush and was fatally wounded.
Baltimore Md March 6 The latest estimates place storm damage to public service corporations at 700000 to 1000000 dollars with several fatalities reported amid the recent storm in the city and surrounding areas.
An advertisement touts Hunt's Lightning Oil as instantly relieving aches pains burns cuts sprains and similar afflictions and promises immediate relief or cure. The copy urges readers not to suffer or delay in using the product.
The Nebraska House approved the Howare bill by 62 to 34, sending a constitutional amendment to permit women's voting in all elections to the voters by the required three fifths majority.
T Johnson advertises seed meal for sale at 173 core address with unclear contact details. The note emphasizes availability and pricing unknown in readable text.
A promotional note claims Dr. King's New Life Pills prevent appendicitis by stimulating stomach and bowels. They are said to cure constipation biliousness chills malaria headache and indigestion. 25¢ at J F Raley & Co.
Brooklyn's Scott McReynolds files $10,000 damages suit in Guthrie Oklahoma against Gov. Haskell Orville Smith John Mahoney and Robert Lunsford over seizure of documents tied to the $690,000 Hearst case. McReynolds acted as Hearst's representative.
Ad claims Simmons sarsaparilla as the king of tonics that will restore appetite energy and cheer. It promises you will eat freely and hear yourself laugh again, urging immediate use.
A corporal urges Necia to consider the lieutenant’s conduct as he recounts a frontier tale from Fort Supply and Dodge City. He warns of gossip reaching headquarters and the lieutenant’s family about a possible “messy alliance.” Necia questions how this could affect her.
The narrator recalls a captain who married a woman pursued by many, enduring disdain and being kept apart as he stayed in Supply. The story follows social scorn, half-breed tensions, and Necia’s struggle with identity as she confronts love, loyalty, and whether a man will accept her despite her blood.
Enterprise Ben Davis and Miss Edna Husky were married Sunday afternoon east of town in a buggy with Rev H F Holley officiating. In a separate note J W Payne, pruning fruit trees, fell and injured his back and remains bedbound and not well.
John Heath, a hog and cattle buyer, paid out over $1200 for hogs bought in Lewisville on Saturday. For two months he has shipped from one to three car loads weekly, averaging about $1000 weekly spent on hogs and cattle in Lewisville by a single buyer.
The Woman’s Home Mission Society of the M. E. Church South met February 23 and elected officers: Mrs. W. D. Milliken president, Mrs. P. R. Hyder first vice president, Mrs. C. M. Jacobson second vice president, Mrs. J. R. Bourland third vice president, Mrs. M. H. Milliken recording secretary, Mrs. E. R. Hursey corresponding secretary, Mrs. W. W. Sherrill treasurer, Mrs. L. L. Degan press reporter, Mrs. J. H. Cobb aged at Our Home.
On Thursday around 2 15 p m a five room residence west of Gordon Elmore's, owned by Rev G R Buchanan, caught fire. Insufficient water hampered efforts and the structure was totally destroyed with losses estimated between 800 and 960 dollars, 360 dollars insured.
The Post-Signal reports the death of Mr Caswell at Corning California. He previously served as station agent in this place for eighteen years and was well known to readers who recall him in that role.
Lee, son of Mr Kag Lee from the southwest town area, had his leg broken Friday afternoon when dragged along the railroad west of Mrs Black's residence. His foot slipped through a cattle guard between the crossties, breaking the leg above the knee. The limb was set and he is recovering.
On last Thursday February 3 Ellis Cornwell and Georgia Parkinson were married in Dallas with happiness.
On February 18 in Dallas Dr Newton and Miss Lula Clark wed with friends praising the groom a respected blacksmith and the bride described as a well known young lady.
Hardy Pope and Boss Ad cock were involved as two boys across the creek were hurt while a team dispersed last Monday. The incident left bruises but the boys are recovering and getting along.
The Herald reports the office addition was completed last Saturday evening with assistance from several boys. The presses were moved into the new room and the facility is described as having comfortable quarters.
The school board laid out a row of shade trees on the school grounds last Saturday. The effort will greatly improve beauty and comfort for years to come.
Former Aubrey resident Anderson Mahon died at his Kirkland home last Tuesday March 2 from pneumonia. The body was brought for burial and interred Wednesday evening at Belew cemetery. Rev H E B Morris conducted funeral services at the grave as a large gathering of relatives and friends paid final respects.
L T Brockett with Ida May Laws M Cc Amyx weds Mary Shugart T W Stone weds Mandy Hill J W Knox pairs with Mary A Cochran R H Marshall weds Cora Biggs.
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