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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1912
Page
4
A crew Tuesday morning cut down Southwestern Telephone poles on the square removing most overhead construction from the fronts of business houses. The activity drew a crowd as poles were felled with ropes, the sounds resembling dynamite explosions. Long & King advertise garden seeds seed potatoes and onion sets, noting their complete stock.
W F Cunningham announces his bid for Commissioner of Precinct No 3. A longtime resident, he is described as thoroughly equipped for the post and urged by friends to run.
Rain began Sunday night and fell through the night, with hard bursts and drizzle. Total precipitation exceeded half an inch and will aid the coming spring in the soil as clouds return after Saturday's brief sun.
Clarious News from Dwight Kansas reports D J T Curtiss claims cure of eczema in patients and himself using Electric Bitters. The letter extols Bitters as a blood purifier and remedy for eczema tetter salt rheum ulcers boils and running sores. It claims to stimulate liver kidneys and bowels expel poisons aid digestion and build strength. Sold for 50 cents with satisfaction guaranteed by J F Raley Co.
The notice states that prescriptions would receive proper care and fulfillment locally. It mentions sending items from the Drug or Drug Sundry line and invites orders via both phones.
Denton County Commissioners plan to establish one new voting precinct named Shiloh largely on the west end of Lewisville precinct. The item will bring the county total to thirty one polling boxes and follows a recent petition filed last week. The court will review routine matters and the Denton Independent School District annual report. Bond purchasers for Lewisville road projects have 60 days for examination with $1000 earnest money held by the court.
Denton merchants Long and King urge customers to order field and garden seeds and announce their new cooking bags as economical labor saving and hygienic options sold locally.
Coffee shoppers can buy Maxwell House Blend in 3 pound packages exclusively at Model Grocery. Turner Bros. advertises the deal.
The Dunbar Concert Company performed at the Normal auditorium to a full house of about 1200. Selections included Faust Rosary Traumerei and Jesus Savior pilot Me with strong applause and a capella pieces from several quartets and solos.
An old advertisement for Maxwell's Blend coffee promotes enjoying a perfect cup at home in the morning. Turner Bros. sell the product to readers seeking a reliable brew.
Real estate transfers listed include A B Horton and wife selling Lots 11 and 12 in Argyle to Waples Platter Grocer Co for 1497 dollars. J L McNeill and wife convey 193 1 3 acres in Levi N Sparks survey to John Heath for 6500 dollars. E G King to W F Kimbell Co L Tippet sells lots in BB B C Ry survey in Denton for 1 dollar. C W Wulffin to W A Ryan transfers lot into OW Craft survey in Denton for 2006 dollars. J W Shepard and wife to M T Griffin sells Lot 1 Block 1 Hebron for 250 dollars. J T Simmons and wife to G W Burch sells lot in Little Elm for 700 dollars. J P Goodwin to B O Bateman sells Lots 14 and 15 Block 5 College Addition to Denton for 5500 dollars. Co L Topet to W F Kimbrell sells lot in J R Henry survey for 1 dollar. Short orders all the time segula dinners every day. IDEAL RESTAURANT invites calls for service. LONG & KING promotes Maxwell House Blend and Chase & Sanborn tea for health.
Advert says aluminum cookware lasts long is light and sanitary and easier to care for. Although more expensive than granite, the added value is claimed and a plan to broaden distribution is announced.
Local store promotes a redesigned window showing many affordable pieces with clear price marks. Managers invite customers to judge value and promise satisfaction after exploring the selection.
A collection of society notes lists residents and visitors in Denton and nearby towns. Names include O Beall in Marlin, Cyrus and Mrs. Cooper in Dallas, Fincher of Roanoke, Miss Manora Boylan in Dallas, Mrs. Anna Baker in McKinney, Eula G. Baes in Weatherford, R. J. Edwards and Mary Jane in Fort Worth, Miss Katie Bass in Lewisville, C. D Riffe in Anna, W. L. Foreman from Oklahoma City, Miss Vera Foreman, Miss Mary Williams returning from San Antonio, G. M. Hardy visiting from San Antonio, Rev and Mrs. O. T. Cooper traveling to Dallas and Cleburne, W. B. Bizzell from the College of Industrial Arts, J. M. Gurley’s Washington trip and Denton county praise.
Asthma cure claims offered by Frenklier Asthma Company with free information. Advertises location Room 12 Buffalo, NY and notes availability in Denton through Long & King.
The Spooner dramatic cooperative announces hose sales and events starting next week, inviting residents to view demonstrations and explore new outdoor watering options. The program highlights practical affordability and community access.
A bare sufficiency of names secured for county trustee positions and the official ballot for the April rural elections will be printed this week. Candidates listed by County Supt. McCook include five at large and precinct race contenders: Thomas, Laney, Riley, Proffer, and Combest. A contest appears likely in Precinct No 2 with H A Porter challenging J E Riley.
A timeless motto from Long and King highlights commitment to superior goods and attentive service. The phrase underscores a business ethos centered on customer care and product excellence.
The Dunbar male quartet and bell ringers performed at the Normal College auditorium on Saturday night to a full house. The varied program featured vocal, cello, flute and bell music plus short humorous readings. Encores followed each number and the familiar songs Silver Threads Among the Gold and Jesus Savior Pilot Me with bells drew strong applause.
Turner Bros offers a square deal policy ensuring every purchase is satisfactory. The store carries Maxwell House Blend and Chase and Sanborn coffees.
To Mothers And Others, use Bucklen's Arnice Salve to cure eczema rashes tetter chafings and crusted humors as well as accidental injuries cuts burns bruises with perfect safety. It heals boils ulcers piles and other sores quickly. 25 cts at J F Raley & Co.
The firm of Mays and Mays led by W. J. and Charles Mays, former Denton county boys, has been engaged for the defense of Reverend 3. F. Norr, a current sensation in Fort Worth.
Stillman Green Malachite of Co tells how doctors gave him two years to live after a consumption diagnosis. He credits Dr Kings New Discovery for saving his life. now he works and promotes the throat and lung remedy. Free trial bottle offered at J F Raley & Co. storefront.
Long and King advertise a wide selection of garden seed and related supplies for planting. The notice implies a comprehensive stock and customer demand for complete gardening provisions.
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