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Newspaper

Record And Chronicle

Location

Denton, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1912

Page

3

Local Classifieds Readable With Various For Sale And Rent Notices

Multiple short ads list items for sale including ponies a Jersey cow and horses for sale. Real estate properties include a 15 room boarding house and a two story brick building. Rentals include office space and 32 rooms either furnished or unfurnished. Also ads seek a housekeeper cook and typing services at the newspaper office. Location references Denton Normal College Elm Street and local phone numbers noted.

Normal College Denton Texas J. Db. Hodges W. Hickory

Rental and sale notices for Wright building spaces

Storage space to rent in the Wright building basement and a southwest room in the Opera House building offered by Mrs. W. C. Wright at 206tfe. A wood mule for sale is noted by J. J Matthews with a 175thc reference.

Wright Building Opera House W. C. Wright J. J Matthews

Concrete and brick work by trusted local builders

Readable fragment promises First class cement work by Gurley and Bushey offering estimates for concrete and brick projects. Includes contact cues for price and quality.

Moving and storage ads from local services

Small town classified notice listing moving and hauling services. Brownlow & Strickland and Denton Transfer Co advertise moving of household goods with contact numbers. Parks & Les ter also offer moving vans and prompt service with office and residence phone lines.

Brownlow & Strickland Office East Hickory Specialty Parks & Lester

J. L. Waldrip At Lacy's Blacksmith Shop Ads

An old notice promotes first class iron work by J. L. Waldrip at Lacy's Blacksmith Shop offering best materials and reasonable prices. It highlights quality craft and accessibility for customers seeking reliable blacksmith services.

J. L. Waldrip Lacy Blackemth

City Meat Market Ad

Local meat market at West ak Street advertises best meats at right prices with prompt delivery and new phone number 1St.

City Meat Market West Ak St

Dentists Listings in Denton Texas

Dentists OK WW A Jones and W Fralin practice in Denton Texas. Jones at West Side Square and Fralin at South Side Square middle of block up stairs.

Jones Ventist West Side Square W. Fralin South Side Square Denton Texas

Dr W E Botts Veterinarian at Lipscomb Office

Dr W E Botts Veterinary Surgeon listed with Denton Transfer Co Lipscomt stock. Contact numbers old 70 new 298 and residence 456. Old telephone four refers to local exchange.

W E. Botts Denton Transfer Co Lipscomt Slock

Business Notices Listen for the bells and kerosene delivery

A small classified ad promotes kerosene delivery with tiered quantities and price hints. It lists Roark as contact with a new phone number and advertises quick messenger service via Hamilton and Yeatts office with two phone lines.

L L. Roark A Braehears Hamilton & Yeatts

Actos for Hire. W. W. Billingsley Old Phone 330

Classified line item notes actos for hire managed by W. W. Billingsley with an old telephone contact 330.

ACTOS W. W. Billingsley

Rental rooms and furnished houses in Denton by A R McGindle

Rooms for rent and furnished houses offered by A R McGindle in Denton. Listings cover Worth, southeast and west areas with an office location one door east of Exchange National Bank. Local advertisement notes available rentals in the city.

A. R. MecGindle Worth Denton Exchange National Bank

Feedstuffs and wood sold by Arkansas Mill

Arkansas Mill on South Elm Street advertises chops bran corn hay and other feedstuffs plus stove and heater wood. Provides both phones and promises prompt delivery with full measure.

Arkansas Mill Elm Street

Scavenger Work Wanted Call Number 307

Help wanted for scavenger work with contact via phone at 307. Callers are directed to inquire about available scavenging tasks and scheduling.

Poultry Offerings from Mrs Scott Auction at Aubrey

Poultry department lists Indian Runner ducks eggs 13 for $1.50 and Partridge Wyndottes 15 for $1.50. Mrs A L Scott advertises duck eggs and runner duck eggs for sale, with 14 ducks delivering 14 eggs daily. Setting of 13 eggs at $2. Mitchell's Barber Shop is contact point.

Duce Partridge Wyndottes Lieht Brahmas A. _ L SCOTT Aubrey Gale Will Itchell Mitchell

Diapepsin Promises Quick Indigestion Relief

A 50 cent to 60 cent claim press ad touts Pape's Diapepsin as a rapid cure for indigestion and sour stomach. It asserts that a dose digests food, restores appetite, and prevents laxatives, urging readers to ask pharmacists to read the formula.

Turner Bros Delivery Wagons Satisfy Local Orders

Our delivery wagons stay busy delivering groceries. They pass your area and your order will be appreciated. Contact Turner Bros for service.

Turner Bros

Local Officials and Candidates List for County Elections

A fragmented slate lists candidates for county offices including County Judge H Hoskins, Assessor F E Tobin, Tax Collector H Hennen, Sheriff Wy Fry, County Clerk G T Button, District Clerk Durbin S T Higgs, and Commissioners John F Morgan and J A Sweat among others. Voters encounter a dense roster of names with roles across precincts and offices.

Home Helper Water Coolers and Quahl Stoves Store Ad

A compact ad invites readers to visit the store offering Home Helper Water Coolers, Ice Cream Freezers that freeze quickly, Hose and Nozzles for reliable service, and Quahl Stoves noted for fuel economy and no ash. Croquet Sets are also advertised along with general hardware goods.

Denton Senior Household Arts Cottage Anniversary Reception

Senior women of the Household Arts department hosted a Monday night reception on campus celebrating the second anniversary of the cottage demonstration. Guests from college and town enjoyed daisies, blue-violets, LaFrance roses, a welcome canopy, a cake with candles, and refreshments for about 30 to 40 attendees including Mr. and Mrs. Coit and other named local residents.

Household Arts Department Nannie Jennings Im. Bizzell Messrs J. C. Coit P. G. Beyett H. B. Boyd R. P. Lomax A. A. Abney Frank Reewder Kerley Hawkins Filla Baxter Nell Kelsay Mary Fain Kate Hallam George Roark Charlies Smith Grover Campbell

Recital by College of Industrial Arts students impresses faculty

On a Saturday recital at the College of Industrial Arts teachers and students showcased a Musi depart ent program. Miss Owsley and Miss Mackensen displayed strong technique and expressive playing in works by Beethoven Liszt Wagner Ronald and Chopin among others. The two young musicians drew praise for clarity of idea sincerity and controlled boldness indicating bright future prospects.

College of Industrial Arts Thauch Fai Owsley Mr. Pfaff Elizabeth Milden Tere Leichter Ronald Miss Mackenson Barhcanioff Chopin Miss Mackensen Kec West Tithe Land Tough Leichter Miss Owsley Beethoven Weber Loredetto Wagner Nightingale Alabieff Love's Dream Lizt Summer Chaminade Miss

Chinamen Are Tough Defying Disease Says Chicago News

A Chicago News report cites Professor Ross claiming Chinese people resist disease due to hardiness and adaptation. It notes infant mortality differences, immunity to microbes, tolerance of contaminated water, smallpox perception, and soldiers resting on harsh ground during maneuvers.

A. Ross China Ross Chicago News

Evolution of Mathematical Signs Through History

A concise historic note traces how arithmetic symbols developed from word forms. It covers plus from P shaped capitalized letters, minus as mus with a diacritic, the x-shaped multiplication sign, division using a stacked format, the radical sign from radix, and the equality sign first used in 1557 as a substitute for equal to.

Onis

Enlightening a Poet Anecdote From the Queen’s Jubilee

The English poet Mr Powys recalls an 1897 jubilee anecdote about an old country woman. He asks what the word jubilee means and she replies that a fifty year worry with the man alive is a golden wedding, if dead it is a jubilee.

Ancient Cure of Cancer by Live Toad Report

A Smyrna merchant’s wife reportedly used a live toad strapped to the afflicted area as a cure for cancer. The toad died after twenty four hours of use, and the patient was said to be cured shortly thereafter.

Smyrna

The Best He Could Do

A London Mail item portrays a merchant urging a somber bookkeeper to appear cheerful. The bookkeeper resists, noting his wage of 30 shillings a week leaves him little room for cheer.

Subduing Killer Auto Near Evening At Athletic Gardens

A Chicago Tribune note describes a stunt at the Athletic Gardens where a man will attempt to subdue an automobile with a fatal record of six deaths within one hour or forfeit $1000. The scene blends sensational daredevil entertainment with a vigilante flavor.

Athletic Gardens Chicago Tribune

No disapproval but concern over title holder

A Washington Star line quotes Mr. Cumrox saying he does not object to his daughter marrying a titled man, yet he objects to the accompanying fool. The remark notes a clash between social ambition and character in a family context.

Read the Grocery Ads for Thrifty Household Savings

A thrift tip urges careful attention to grocery advertisements as each ad contains items desirable for the culinary department. By utilizing the ads shoppers can obtain reductions on needed goods and stretch their budgets.

A bargain The Daly at 4c A a month

The item notes a bargain rate labeled The Daly priced at four cents per month. No additional context or details accompany the offer.

Daly

Classified Ads Drive Responses in Denton Week

A Denton classified force store week drew readers to advertising columns where replies surged. The ads prompted numerous responses as residents engaged with the listings and payments flowed to sellers.

Denton

Late personal news from Denton county events

T R Brand visits from Roanoke and Brent Smith from Lloyd. Squire A J and M J Nance arrive from Sanger while R R Hollowna and M L Chandler come from Garza. County Chairman L G Belew from Pilot Point is here. Ballard ill with yellow jaundice at home this week.

T. R. Brand Roanoke Brent Smith Lloyd Squire A. J M. J. Nance Sanger R. R. Hollowna M. L. Chandler Garza L. G. Belew Pilot Point G W. Ballard J. M A. H. McCracken F. M. Griffith Corinth Ed Smith W. K. Mile J. L. Curtsinger Bolivar Ben §. Brown Denton Lewisville Velasco Eugene Ballard Dallas Macon Dr. J. R. Edwards Whit P. Brown

A Cold Cure: Vapor Remedy Promises Quick Breakup

Advice claims strong drink and quinine harm more than help for colds. Recommends cleansing bowels, then inhaling a vapor from HYOQMEI for 5 to 10 minutes nightly. Says this treats colds, coughs, catarrh, asthma, and croup with a 50 cent bottle sold at O. M. Curtis' and druggists.

O. M. Curtis

Denton Shakespeare Club Holds Open Meeting

Miss Blanton hosted the Shakespeare club on May 2 for its annual open meeting. Guests and members participated in a contest with Shakespeare rebus prizes and lunch. The afternoon ended with plans to meet again May 9 with Mrs. Blewett.

Miss Blanton Shakespeare Club Mesdames Palme Fry

Local Briefs Include Social Events and Conventions

Bevnett's confectionery installs a fountain mirror. The Matrons' club meets 3 PM with Mrs A L Banks. The Ladies Missionary society hosts tea at Mrs L Bailey's home at 3 30 PM. Delegates from the county attend the Democratic county convention this afternoon. GOP adherents also gather with a Taft leaning majority among delegates.

Bevnett A. L Banks Ladies’ Missionary Society M. E. Church L. Bailey Taft Roosevelt

Shoe Advertisements Invite Careful Shopping

The city shoe trade urges readers to inspect stock in stores as part of examination. Advertisers aim to entice visits to examine wares and secure better shoes for less money.

Lost Oval Gold Belt Buckle Recovered

Lost oval gold belt buckle, finder urged to return to Tempie Palace on West Oak Street. Classified note references Kanady 229p and six-word entries at 30 cents each.

Tempie Palace W. Oak St W. Kanady

Complaint Against Groom Sparks Perjury Charge In Argyle

Brother of the bride accuses Jim George of swearing the bride was 18 to secure a marriage license. Miss Ruts Sparks and Rev. O T Cooper united them Monday afternoon. Tom Sparks filed the perjury complaint in the county attorney's office. George was arrested Tuesday morning at Argyle.

James George Ruts Sparks Rev O. T. Cooper Tom Sparks George Argyle

Growing business from efficiency and value drives sales

A local trader claims steady growth due to efficiency service quality and fair pricing. The message invites customers to try the service at their shop with the contact line Phones 44 LONG & KING.

Long & King

Turner Bros Grocery Service Endorsed by Phone Ad

A brief promotion from Turner Bros. claims phone orders guarantee delightful grocery service and high quality goods. The note emphasizes satisfaction with the grocery shopping experience.

Turner Bros

Have you tied Smith's Bread

A promotional note urging customers to try Smith's Bread, claiming a large loaf and superiority over ordinary bread. The message combines a casual check with a shopping plug for a restaurant deal.

Smith Deal Restaurant

Also Mentioned on This Page

Blvaneoub Winchester P. Kirby Denton Mill West Side Parvin Kittrell Jersey Welch J. W. Simmons First National Bank W. T Johnon Acme Poland Big Boy E. C. Yeatts Ganger Rowden MNO A. Hann D&wtte You A. Bushey Obira Sr le H. Morrison Poultry Department Airdome R.L. Cable C Montague Alvin M Owsley H Hoskins E Tobin Frank) Witt & E. Miller M. Gary Co I. Lane I K McKelvy County Treasuer M&m Reeve G Guy Dad Egan Gy Williams Nelsus Virgil Hennen Sam Hawkins Fryn CC. Batis H R Wilson Hopkin J We Cook Listriet Clerk Durbin S. T. Higgs Stlliam McCormica George Watson Sullivan G. L Granville John F Morgan J. B John) Johnson G. W Walker) Riley W F Fred) Cunningham Atcheson J. A. Sweat Taylor Hadware Co THE Denton Societies Rand Denton County E. C. Buell Roosevelt D. KR. Button Smiths Grove J. R. Button A. M. Buckner Waketon H. F .Sehweer San Antonio Rogi Robeverdeau Austin Denton Society Denton Broom Moody Brothers Bride Paise Jim George Coca-Cola Chattanooga Coca-Cola CO Atlanta, GA
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