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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1909
Page
2
The Record and Chronicle lists subscription rates and postal classifications. It notes pricing for 12 months to 7 months and three month options, with weekly and daily mail details. The notice asks readers to report erroneous reflections for correction.
The Houston Post analyzes Texas mortality from whiskey and finds annual deaths well under 25 000, challenging Chairman Strong s figure of 100 000 and urging a recount of estimates by Bret Sterling to refine the count.
A Denton flagship claim, The wealthiest city of its size in Texas, frames growth as driven by the prosperous middle who push town expansion. The text notes 10 poverty stricken residents and many well-to-do men guiding builders, while ultra-rich remain indifferent to growth.
The Wise County Messenger questions Decatur's $1.25 levy on 110 percent assessed value while contrasting Bowie's $1.15 and Denton's $1.21 rates. It notes Decatur lacks streets and fire services, an abandoned fire hall, and a rented city hall, urging taxpayer awareness. The column also relays Denton satire about a turkey gobbler and a humorous tale of whiskey-fed incubation.
A rumor cites a plan to sidestep the local option law by serving alcohol via poultry. Officials fear a dozen men may become intoxicated after a turkey dinner as drinkers turn to the dining table rather than the bar.
Denton business men have organized a Chamber of Commerce. Five firms join at ten dollars monthly for a year, with many subscriptions down to fifty nine cents. North Texas towns seek new enterprises and showcase their goods as rains boost prospects.
The piece urges support for a board election in justice precinct No 1 and pressing a federal building with a congressman on senators. It also backs aiding the retail merchants association on the poultry show and arranging a Dallas fall exhibit, urging steady effort until these aims are achieved. The notes are from Record and Chronicle and Star Telegram.
A nineteenth century style boast highlights extreme longevity and youthfulness with a Ky man James Wright claiming renewed vigor after using Electric Bitters. The ad-like piece promotes the medicine as a cure for kidney trouble and general weakness, urging readers to visit J F Raley & Co. for a trial.
The Rev. P. J. Murphy, new priest of the parish serving Clay Montague Wise Jack and Young counties, was attacked on Tuesday night by Ed Harrison. Murphy wrested the gun from his assailant, forced him to walk, and alerted others. Harrison faces aggravated assault charges and bond.
Beyond Expression G W Farlowe of East Florence Alabama states he suffered seven years from a severe skin disease with relentless itching that disrupted work rest and sleep. After one Hunt's Cure application and one box he was cured and remained so for a year. Hunt's Cure is advertised as a guaranteed remedy for all itching skin diseases priced at 50e.
Capt. W. P. Getzendauer, pioneer and first mayor of Waxahachie, Texas, died at 4 a.m. He served in the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Texas Senate legislatures and was vice president of the Citizens National Bank.
A vintage advertisement touts Hunt's Lightning Oil as the sole remedy for aches pains stiff joints cuts burns and bites. It promotes 50 cent and 25 cent bottles as the quickest and surest solution with no rivals.
Members of the Womal speare club closed their season with a reception at Stoddart Hall on April 29. The rooms were tastefully decorated with ferns palms and potted plants. A short musical program featured Miss Fritz Mrs Haustein Mr Wolfsohn and Mrs von Briesen with a lively audience response. Leaves were used as fall colors and limericks added by guests. Prizes were awarded for best limerick and greatest reading effort. Ice cream strawberries cake and mints concluded the event with compliments to the hostesses.
The Ariel club music department met on April 29 for an annual exam and business session led by Mrs. Thornley. Members answered with favorites by French composers while discussing the French school of music and music form. Officers elected include Mrs. Thornley chairwoman Mrs. Saunders vice chairwoman Miss Boylan critic and Mrs. Allen librarian.
Fort Worth diary recounts repaired water pipes and restored well system, spring renovations, and the board meeting. It notes dry weather delaying farm work, poor hay and crop prospects, but expresses hope for brighter days. Describes health improvements in a crippled girl, school activities, graduation prep, and decorative upgrades to the main building while praising the Daly community.
Frank L. Stanton narrates Uncle Remus style tale where a suspicious wife imagines a secret drug and a phantom pipeline from a big seal ring to a flask. The punchline reveals pills misused as strong medicine masking alcohol, causing a night of headaches, pills, and comic brawling between husband and deacon with a broomstick finale.
A Rutherford Tennessee resident endorses Funt's Cure as the sole effective remedy for eczema ringworm and itchy skin. The ad claims consistent success and offers the product at a per box price.
Capudine for That Headache promises quick relief for a headachy morning. Clears the head and steadies nerves, marketed for busy people. Available at local drug stores.
The Majestic presents a strong vaudeville bill fresh from Dallas led by Tuttle and Miss May in A Pipe Dream. Redner Thomas & Co. perform The Actress and the Burglar, plus four thousand feet of feature films, two illustrated songs a barn concert and a dedication by Hon. A C Owsley.
An old advertisement touts Dr Simmon s Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier that rids the system of winter impurities and makes both the young and old feel well. It urges renovation now with a price of 50 cents and one dollar and ten cents.
The Sea Queen crew, led by Stephens, subdues mutinous hands and regains control on deck as Lady Darlington waits aboard. The voyage nears its end but a harsher fate awaits when the vessel strikes ice causing heavy damage and chaos below.
The column highlights daily real estate offerings from leading Denton firms and urges readers to check each day for new listings and opportunities in the local market.
160 acre black land farm well improved priced at 25 dollars per acre with half cash. No 2. House and lot in the city of Denton five rooms priced at 654 dollars. We have many to loan on property. No charges for place loans.
A good size lot on one of the best streets in the city offers a model cottage with up to date features and a solid barn and outbuildings. Cement walk to town enhances accessibility making it a strong sale opportunity.
Real estate listing noting Wylie Smith properties located adjacent to the post office. Describes available parcels and nearby landmarks for prospective buyers in the area.
Local store hosts a festive gathering to thank friends and clients for support. Vendors, staff, and community members share refreshments and remarks highlighting partnerships and continued local service.
Tyler Texas May 3 It is understood here that District Judge Simpson will return from Mineola later this week to institute an investigation into the lynching of Jim Hodge the negro here Saturday following an attack upon Miss Winie Harmon.
Uncalled letters at Denton post office include Mrs Lina Baker Mrs Vean Bowers Mrs Sallie Cobb Mrs Lulu Cook Mrs Sarah Hart Mrs Thos A Haughhan Miss Nannie McClether Temple Mrs Jas Postal Cards Mrs Mattie Garrison Miss Haydee Morgan G L George Horace M Green Witt Lewis Edgar McBrayer Other Smith W G Strait Chris Waltz Charlie Washington L W Wood Elmo Wright One cent charged for each advertised letter. Postmaster John B Schmitz notes letters will be forwarded to Dead Letter Office Washington DC if unclaimed.
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