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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1912
Page
2
Notice announces subscription rates and delivery terms for The Record and Chronicle. It warns against erroneous reflections and invites readers to report any corrections to the editor.
A 1982 Pentosn Texas piece argues against political lying and mudslinging. It urges candidates to run on merits and truth, criticizing deceit as harmful. It emphasizes setting a good local example and building better neighborhoods through integrity.
Denton residents are urged to participate in a general clean-up day on May 16. The city will provide street crews to haul away non recyclable rubbish at no charge, with piles placed on the front curb by Wednesday afternoon for collection Thursday morning. The note emphasizes civic pride and asks full citizen cooperation.
The Houston Post notes 206000 voters active in Texas, while 460000 Democratic voters stayed home. It argues Gov. Wilson's Texas victory signals the machine's downfall, with Colquitt Wolters and related races likely to follow similar outcomes, predicting decisive convention results and a divided opposition.
Gaps in the concrete sidewalks vanish under public spirited effort as citizens push for better walks and streets. The note urges continued daily progress and practice of civic improvement.
Hugh Tallman of San Antonio extols Dr Kine's New Life Pills as life giving and energizing. He and his wife claim they are the best made, benefiting stomach liver and kidney troubles. Available for 25 cents at J. F. Raley & Co.
Congress candidate Randell defended his record to a good Abilene crowd yesterday. He countered Bailey’s claim that Randell lacks ability, stating that such a charge could apply to any man. Randell warned he could run for the U. S. Senate if Bailey’s statement applied to the Junior Senator.
Mrs J E Cox of Joliet Illinois recounts a near death from typhoid pneumonia and a cough that threatened her life. She praises Dr King’s New Discovery for stopping her coughing fits and restoring her health. The remedy is advertised as quick and safe for lung troubles with trial bottles available at J F Raley & Co.
May 7 report from Krum lists local residents visiting Denton and nearby towns. Santa Fe plans a new depot. stormy weather injured a horse by lightning. faculty names for the big year include J. C. Chambers and Miss Mae Howard. Community notices include cemetery decoration day, church events, and re election of old trustees.
The article explains how cuttlefish bone is used as both flask and mold material to cast solid gold rings. It details three to five part molds, the process of forming impressions, aligning mold pieces, creating the gate for molten gold, and producing multiple rings from one mold.
A compact classified item advertises local services and offerings with contact details and rates. It highlights a small business event and urges readers to inquire for more information via listed phone numbers.
Local ad promotes Turner Bros delivery wagons for groceries claiming constant courier service and reliable order fulfillment. The notice markets a 4¢ per word classified rate across Daily and Weekly editions to reach up to 3 000 families and 15 000 people.
A brief note invites readers to use the classified section for selling items locally. It emphasizes practical, simple steps to place an ad and reach nearby buyers.
Dozens of watches to choose from with 7 and 15 jewel movements for cost conscious buyers and high grade 17 to 23 jewel movements for those desiring longevity. Store claims to be headquarters for watches with a wide stock and price comparisons showing competitive rates. Elgin or Waltham 12 size 17 jewel watches in 20 year gold filled cases offered at 19.25.
In the small town of Chudleigh Elsie, a willing private secretary to Mr. Larkin, resists distractions from friend Mildred Rand. Elsie values fair pay and professional focus, earning her employer’s quiet approval as Mildred probes social distractions.
An American traveler describes Berlin’s police and governance as orderly and protective. He notes inspectors at cab stands, district officers handling offenses with fines by mail, universal welfare coverage, and reliable public services that deter crime and enforce calm civic order.
A father boasts of graduating from the U of M in 1898, while his young daughter corrects him with sharp wit. He insists on gradulated, she counters with graduated and prompts him to relearn. The exchange, playful and endearing, shows a child’s knack for language.
A vintage ad extols delicious Syrup of Figs as a gentle liver and bowel cleanser not an irritant. It claims fast relief from sour stomach and gas, avoiding harsh laxatives, and urges asking pharmacists for California Fig Syrup and Elixir of Senna, warning against imitators.
A bedtime tale tells of primrose as the key flower in a German legend. Queen Bertha tests children by offering a single pot of primroses. polite children find a gold gift at roots, while greedy ones return with only soil and lies. Evelyn and Jack listen as the story unfolds.
N. M. Wheeler was bitten on the right hand by a water moccasin while working on a fish tram on Elm creek. He reached home hours later and, though ill, the physician expects recovery. Nearby, Bert Adams and Dub Hutson visited in Den ton as oats head and cotton chopping begins.
Roanoke News notes Mrs C L Lane Mrs T L Cox and Mrs L B Reynolds traveled to Fort Worth. K C Buell went to Denton. Mrs J R Morton and children visited relatives in Fort Worth and Dallas. Misses Josephine Prewitt Judith Bourland Billie Robinson and Katherine Hambright visited Maude Zumwalt in Denton. H W Jenkins family visited Aledo. Mrs Fowler and daughter and Mr Remington of Denton were here. Henry and Grover Hows took the Civil Service exam in Dallas. M G Cox of Denison is here.
The news notes visits by Mr and Mrs G M Foster and son from El Paso. Ruby Fanning, Nna Brand and Odessa Davis with Claud Fanning visited Grapevine. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Hambright of Grapevine. A son was born to Geo Ballew and wife. Miles Cannon and his brother were here visiting. Mrs Prewitt of Keene visited her son. Mrs Brigman hosted a young folks gathering. Ruby Fanning and Una Brand visited in Justin.
Mrs Essie Moody of Denton visited her parents in Plainview on Friday night. Local residents in Denton included A C Ball T J Bratcher J H and J B Baxter A W Anderson Marion Hare and husband George Rick and wife. Mrs Ida Moody and children of Denton are visiting. Decorat ion services were held at the church Saturday. John Miller was called to Krum to attend his father’s stroke.
A promotion claims Danderine will instantly cleanse the hair and make it light wavy fluffy and lustrous. It asserts dandruff itching and hair loss disappear after one application and weeks of use bring new hair growth with heavy luxuriant length. A 25 cent bottle is advertised from druggists and toilet counters.
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