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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1912
Page
2
A public notice appears clarifying erroneous reflections and offering corrections upon notification to the publishers. The text mentions payment terms of one month, six months by mail in advance, and one year by mail in advance, with garbled filler around the notice header.
A reader who tried an exclusively apple diet for ten days lost seven pounds with no work disruption but suffered digestive upset after returning to a normal diet. The author cautions that sudden dietary shifts cause disturbances even in the elderly and that gradual adaptation is essential despite possible benefits of monodiets.
The 1911 Bowles account notes Rodney Smith the Gipsey evangelist closing the greatest Dallas revival. A monster meeting Sunday night drew 16 000 people either present or attempting to attend as crowds grew from the start.
The city removes a telephone pole from the square and plans to set light poles back into the sidewalk, as done earlier by the street car company. The change aims to improve sightliness and general comfort in public places, reflecting concern for appearance and well being.
The article notes the public square improved after paving but urges paving extending to South Elm West Hickory North Elm and East Oak. It argues dirt and wool accumulate on the square from unpaved approaches and sweeping could be reduced if these streets were paved.
In a chorus of approval this beam of praise comes as Ka ward Hines earns a commendation from the National Wholesale Lumber Dealers association. His hard work for lumber interests, from the tariff onward, is praised though some condemn him for opposing broader citizenship interests.
A Houston Post editorial opposes the sugar bill and notes Democratic figures like Col. Johnston and William J. Bryan in relation to the party’s taxation and free sugar positions. It cites The Commoner praising the measures as beneficial and urging passage through House Senate and presidential consent.
The article urges transferring taxes from consumption to income to ease the burden on the masses and stresses testing seed corn for the coming year due to a near total Texas crop failure. It describes a testing method using three grain samples per ear and recording results, then notes an unusually harsh North Texas winter of 1911–12 and hopeful signs for spring and a prepared, all-round crop.
The advertisement promotes Rexall Orderlies as a pleasant safe remedy for constipation and bowel disorders. It claims 8 percent of illness links to inactive bowels, asserts gentle thorough action without purging or nausea, and offers a money back guarantee if unsatisfied. Sold in 3 sizes at The Rexall Store run by O. M. Curtis.
In a tense tale, Jimmy frees Billy held by Miss Minerva's captive, while Mr. Algernon Jones pursues the masked robber. The boy coordinates with Dr. Sanford and Miss Central to summon help, leading to a chaotic chase and a dramatic confrontation.
All light and power rents for the period ending March 1 are due. Hives of company require a message at the office of Water, Light and Power company at City Hall on or before the 10th. W. J Grady, Supt.
Bring chickens eggs and butter to J M Barbe grocery East McKinney street for the highest market price in cash. Will call anywhere in city for chickens. Phones Olq and New. MARTIN BARBER.
A vintage ad compares Earth’s swift rotation to Dr. King’s New Life Pills offering no griping or distress. It promises thorough work for health and well being with a playful scientific framing. Available at 1 F Raley & Co. for 25e.
Notice that G Schablowsky has sold his shoe shop to Fox & Company and will operate at their shoe repairing department. He solicits continued trade from former customers and others.
Denton vendors Long and King offer new cooking bags advertised as economical and labor saving. The lightweight packaging claims hygienic use and easy preparation for home cooks.
A promotional block claims Pape’s Diapepsin cures indigestion within five minutes by stopping fermentation of undigested food. It lists symptoms from gas and belching to nausea and headache and urges readers to buy a 50 cent case to test relief.
Why do you suppose over 94,000,000 cups of Maxwell House Blend coffee were drunk in the United States last year. Try it and see on sale by Turner Bros. Thursday night 8 o'clock single admission 50c.
The Spooner company made a strong Denton debut at the Opera House, drawing a large crowd and delivering strong performances. Dad Spooner as a Walls Street broker and Alle Spooner as the Westerner lead the cast with solid support from E. N. Wallock Dorothy Hail Sidney Pittman and Mrs Spooner. The crowd enjoyed Mike Spooner's broad humor and the show promises continued patronage during the stay with another play, My Jack, or the Gambler's Wife, scheduled tonight.
One hundred dollars reward for any catarro cure. testimonial letters for F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio. Hall's Catarrh Cure advertised at 75 cents per bottle. sold by druggists. Sheriff Levy notice: property of F L Denton in Venton County Texas to satisfy a $638.46 judgment in favor of K K Thornton plus costs. dated March 6 by Sheriff Orr.
Turner Bros advertises guaranteed goods at the Ourg store promising full selection and fast sourcing if not in stock. The bid implies a general store pitch to attract customers with assurance and ready service.
Execution issued from Dallas County court on February 17 1912 directs Sheriff to sell on the first Tuesday in April 1912 before Denton County Court House door. Property described as 103 210 acres in the C B Emmons and Henry White surveys. Sale by J M Lanier and J H.
An advertisement claims D.D.D. Prescription for Eczema stops itching instantly. It touts a 25¢ bottle and guarantees satisfaction, urging readers to buy from Robly & Co. or other druggists if unavailable at the store.
Texas court orders Sheriff to publish this citation for May J Wakeham four weeks before the August 19 1912 district court term in Denton County The petition by J T Wakeman seeks dissolution of marriage filed February 7 1912 citing abandonment in 1908 and naming Fort Worth and Longworth Texas locations as the defendant’s whereabouts
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