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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1909
Page
4
Advertisement noting ready made and custom clothing for men with pressed cleaned repairs and samples on display in a shop adjacent to the Ideal Restaurant.
Walter Sandy of Fort Worth arrested and released on 750 bond for assault to murder related to a January 21 22 shooting at the John Day ranch in the county. The Day family members are also held on 1750 bond for the same charge and location.
Denton High School girls finish the season strong defeating Southland University 29 to 4. They exchange advantages in height and strength with standout teamwork overcoming larger rivals. The season included six matches and close games with Cleburne High, where Denton won both at home and away.
Members urged to attend a special Elks meeting Saturday night with Deputy Grand Ruler Batter of Abiene scheduled to visit. F. A. Haussein, E. R. M. W. Deavenport, Secretary.
Miss Emma Dee Randle impersonator and reader performs a popular Lyceum course program Saturday evening March 20. Single admission is 35 cents.
Mrs Francis Burns commander of the Maccapees to arrive in Denton this afternoon at 3 10 from Aubrey. She will be met by local lodge members and driven to see the College of Industrial Arts and state dormitories. A reception at the Elks club rooms features Rev Otis Hawkins address and luncheon for an all day lodge session Saturday at Firemen's hall West Oak Street.
The Senior League of the M. E. church South presents a Sunday evening program at 6 15 featuring Song League prayer scripture reading readings by Miss Emma Johnson Miss Minnie Claire Johnson and Miss Margery Ballard solos by Miss Margery Ballard and Miss Bess Turner missionary talk by Mrs Johnson freewill offering and doxology. All members and friends are invited to attend.
Notice lists B F Paschal Jr Crain and Co Long and Turner Co F M Craddock S A Gibson J A Wit. ers LL Pucke Tp. Api. The undersigned grocerymen state they will close their places of business from April 1 to September 1 at 7 p m.
Authorities explain macadam on one side is left to install sewer mains without damaging the pavement. After the mains are in place the remainder of the street will be macadamized.
A client offers to trade cash totaling 16 960 dollars and 16 000 percent for a large farm in Denton County. The proposal suggests a favorable swap, seeking to convert liquid assets into real estate through the Denton Trust Company deal.
A brief ad pushes prescription work at Minnis' Drug Store stressing competency and equipment. It also promotes Estes' Hamburger stand on East Side for quick meals.
Advertisement touts the biggest stock of fishing tackle ever available with fresh lines and quality hooks. It promises a wide range of gear and essentials for anglers.
Denton aims to macadam East Hickory Street from the public square to the depot with concrete sidewalks from the depot to town. The effort hinges on abutting property owners and subscriptions from business and street users, with C F Witherspoon ready to start on his section and the power-station frontage walk already under way.
Mayor Bates receives a letter from Senator Hayter stating dedication to securing a 2000 dollar appropriation for sewerage connections. Hayter explains busy session details and defers approval to the Senate committee chaired by Mr. Kelly, promising to act as the city’s representative.
Denton lodge No. 807 will host district deputy grand exalted ruler W. F. Batjer of Abilene at a special meeting Saturday night. Batjer is visiting all lodges in his jurisdiction.
Announcement lists Joe L Mercer as a candidate for alderman in Ward 1. Mercer, a Denton raised local, enters the race amid friend solicitation believing he would make a first rate alderman.
News arrives of Hugh Hill aged 33 years dying in Corpus Christi after an influenza attack. He was raised in Denton county and went to the coast about mid January. He was a brother in law of Dr. S McReynolds of this place.
The county grand jury adjourned after sixteen days of work and reported twenty four true bills. nine felonies and fifteen misdemeanors. They certified diligent inquiries into law violations, jail conditions, and county officers annual reports, praising the courtesy of Judge Clem Potter and county officials.
Mr and Mrs John Coit hosted a bridge gathering as a farewell courtesy to Mrs Winston of Chicago guest of Mrs Schneer. Rose decor brightened the reception suite while tables were set for the game. A salad course followed at midnight with guests in attendance before the guest departed to visit Southexas.
Nine year old Fred Young was struck by a street car in San Antonio this morning, resulting in both hands being severed at the wrists. He is reported in a sad condition but alive.
Capu chine is promoted as the best remedy for colds and grip relieves aching feverishness cures the cold and restores normal conditions. It is liquid and acts immediately sold at drug stores in 10 25 and 50 cents.
Classified notice announces notary work by A. P. Duggan at Denton Trust Company and mentions guaranteed alarm clocks for 7ic at Minnis Drug Store. Reading reflects a past clerical advertisement style with repetitive phrases and unclear details.
Dr and Mrs Lipscomb entertained Wednesday night with Mrs Winston of Chicago as guest of honor. Roses adorned the living room and a two course luncheon was served on card tables. St Patrick colors appeared in the dainty viands and on scores and markers.
Capudine claimed to relieve headache and nerves clearing the head for business. The ad urged readers who spent last night out to try Capudine, stating it fits for work and is available at drug stores.
Local shop Minnis Drug Store showcases new comic and bar items in latest fashion trends. The brief note highlights refreshed merchandise and store impulse for customers seeking current styles.
Mrs John Reyomefrsdoffer of Gal veston has returned home after visiting Dr and Mrs Hill Rowe in West Oak street J H Wilson of Justin visited noting the county was dry Mr and Mrs J E Wilson return to Denton to live taking the Millican bungalow on West Oak street Wilsons travels include California Amarillo and Dallas Denton is described as superior to other places visited.
Asthma can be cured at home. Free trial treatment and complete information offered by Frontier Asthma Company. Room 702, Buffalo New York.
Watertown Wisconsin resident J A Swenson credits Bucklen's Arnica Salve with curing ten years of eczema after 15 doctors failed. The advert claims it heals skin eruptions eczema salt rheum boils fever sores burns and piles. 25 cents at Raley & Co.
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