Colquitt Addresses Texas Democrats in Austin Speech
Colquitt spoke Monday night in Austin before about 1200 listeners, organized by county chairman John E. Shelton, arguing over records and platforms of rivals. He pledged no personal campaign, attacked Poindexter on prohibition, and urged an investigation into Campbell while praising Davidson and Johnson as consistent in the race. Davison spoke at Eagle Lake to about 700 listeners, endorsing anti Poindexter stances and noting past positions of Colquitt and Johnson.
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Uear
C. G. Colquitt
Austin
John E. Shelton
Texas
Davidson
Joanson
Pondexter
Pointexter
Baptist Convention Opens in Baltimore with Local Hire Note
Fragmented briefs report the Southern Baptist convention opening in Baltimore Maryland and mention a hire at Gilmer. A bus section fire causes unspecified losses. A 12 year old girl, Claris Edwards, daughter of J W Edwards, of Pittsburg, is reported drowned in a pool near Damascus.
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Baltimore
Southern Baptist Convention
Gilmer
Claris
J. W. Edwards
Rittsburg
Damascus
Explosion at Hull magazine kills ten and injures fifty
Ten people are dead and about fifty injured after a magazine explosion at the General Explosives company in Hull Canada. Rescue crews worked through the aftermath as authorities investigated the blast site.
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General Explosives Company
Hull
Canada
May Appoint Roosevelt as Special Ambassador
President Taft is likely to appoint Theodore Roosevelt as special ambassador to represent the United States at King Edward VII's funeral, confirming high level diplomatic duties for the former president. The move signals strong ties between the two nations during the royal event.
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Roosevelt
Taft
Theodore Roosevelt
United States
King Edward
Narrow Escape for Taft in Passaic Train Near Miss
President Taft narrowly avoided collision when an express train, obscured by trees, came within about twenty feet of his automobile in Passaic New Jersey. The incident stunned onlookers and prompted swift cautions from officials.
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Taft
Passaic
N. J
George V Proclaimed King Amid Broad Empire Ceremonies
George V was proclaimed king across the British empire on Monday with traditional ceremonies. The country begins to resume normal life as the news spreads.
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George V
British Empire
Death of Hillsboro banker under pistol shot ruled suicide
D. D. Sawyer assistant cashier at Citizens National Bank of Hillsboro died Monday in his room from a pistol shot. Officials say the death appears self inflicted and linked to ill health and personal safety concerns.
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D. D. Sawyer
Citizens’ National Bank of Hillsboro
Oklahoma law requires passengers to bring cups on rail trips
Railroads in Oklahoma post notices at drinking fountains announcing a new law that requires passengers to furnish their own drinking cups, as the measure goes into operation.
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Oklahoma
Attorney General Wickersham Keeps New York Cotton Probe Secret
Wickersham told the Senate he would not disclose information on the cotton investigation in New York. He said the inquiry is conducted by a grand jury and must remain secret.
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Wickersham
Senate
New York
Roosevelt departs Stockholm for Berlin amid cheering crowd
Col. Roosevelt leaves Stockholm by train to Berlin on Monday as supporters bid him farewell. The former president is scheduled to reach London on May 16 according to his current itinerary.
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Roosevelt
Stockholm
Berlin
London
Thousands Lifted From Cartago Ruins After Quake
More than 1,000 dead have been recovered from the ruins of Cartago Porto Rico after a devastating earthquake. Authorities say extraordinary efforts are needed to provide shelter and aid for those still in the area.
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Cartago
Porto Rico
Franking Privilege Misused in Tariff Act Debate
Senator Stone of Missouri charges the American Protective Tariff League used Senator Gallinger’s frank to circulate about $900 in postage to defend the Payne-Aldrich tariff act, exposing alleged improper post office payments.
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Stone
Missouri
Senate
T.e American Protective Tarff League
Gallinger
Frank
Post Office Department
Senate Poised to Fight Publicity Measure
Democrats in the Senate plan to oppose Senator Burrows publicity bill. They will seek to restore House provisions requiring campaign contributions to be made public before and after elections.
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Senate
Burrows
Methodists Debate at Asheville Over Church Officer Selection
A heated discussion at the Methodist general conference in Asheville North Carolina focused on a memorial to let the church conference elect stewards and other officers instead of the quarterly conference. The memorial failed by 168 to 162.
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Methodist General Conference
Asheville
N. C
Census Bureau Expands Space for Enumerators Operations
The census bureau in Washington expands offices by leasing two additional buildings, totaling 150000 square feet. Enumerators schedules are arriving, but it will be weeks before city or county populations stabilize, with cities’ totals calculated first.
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Census Bureau
Census Bureau At
Washington
Gillett Declines to Halt New York Boxing Fight
California Governor Frank Gillett said he would not attempt to stop the Jeffries Johnson bout in New York. He noted the law allows boxing matches with round limits if contestants are medically examined before entering the ring. He added that laws reflect the will of the people or can be changed.
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Gov. Gillett
California
New York
Jeifries-Johnson
Notice of Insurance Agency Change in Denton
We have purchased the O P Poe insurance agency and will keep the office in the Denton Trust Company building on the square's south side. All Poe agency companies remain represented. Mr Poe will stay for a time to handle expirations and Jasper & Jasper will personally attend to the agency and solicit continued business.
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0. P. Poe Insurance Agency
Denton Trust Company
Poe
Jasper & Jasper
T. F. Jasper
A. Jasper
Aubrey Milling Plant Readied for Business
Aubrey Milling Company prepares its plant for operation as J. A. Davis and family oversee overhaul of machinery ensuring first class condition before opening. Poindexter supporters organize a 61 member club. J. H. Terry residence near Antioch burned. Other news in Aubrey Herald.
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Aubrey Milling Company
Poindexter
J. H. Terry
Antioch
Aubrey Herald
J. A. Davis
Poindexter Club Organizes In Aubrey After Meeting
Following support for Cone Johnson, Poindexter backers formed a club in Aubrey. W P Ratcnford was named chairman and Dr J E Copenhaver secretary. 61 members enrolled and stores posted sign-up lists. Weekly meetings planned with speakers and literature.
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Poindexter Club
Rankin
Cone Johnson
Aubrey
Poindexter
Miss Clara Lee Ison Dies After Short Illness
Miss Clara Lee Ison daughter of Mr and Mrs T H Ison died Wednesday after a brief illness Pneumonia developed after Friday of last week Funeral services were held at the family residence by Rev E J Thompson and she was buried in Belew cemetery
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Clara Lee Ison
T. H. Ison
E. J. Thompson
Belew
Residence Burned Near Antioch
Fire destroyed the home of J. H. Terry near Antioch last Sunday night. The family had supper and went to a neighbor's to wait for bed time. The blaze started after they left and was discovered late. only a few pieces of furniture and some bacon were saved.
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J. H. Terry
Antioch
Lion attacks child in Pittsburg cage incident headline
Savage lion fondled a child's hand through a cage while danger to a child remains. The note warns of illnesses from colds to croup and lauds Dr King's New Discovery for babies with claims of cures. Advertises 56c and $1 sizes with trial bottle free guaranteed by J. F. Raley & Co.
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Pittsburg
J. F. Raley & Co
Denton Grocery Stock Update Hotline Promotes 44 Dial
Long King advertising line promises callers the latest grocery stock data for Denton. The number 44 is featured as the quick connection to real time inventory updates.
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Denton
King
Democratic Announcements for Local Representatives and Officials
A list of Democratic candidates for local offices including Local Representative F F Hill W C Dickson for County Judge Lee Zumwalt S H Hoskins for County Attorney Charles Mays for Tax Assessor E B Miller J K McKelvey for Tax Collector Sam Hawkins C L M Crowder H V Hennen D L Hamilton for County Clerk Oscar T Button M P Kelly Waller L Buster for County Treasurer D M Reeve for District Clerk W B Durbin for Sheriff W C Orr for Commissioner Precinct No 2 John W Stuart for Commissioner Precinct No 3 S T Coleman Jack Christal for Commissioner Precinct No 4 J E Smith E F Ted Davis J M Gary for Justice of the Peace Precinct No 1 WM McCormick for Constable Precinct No 1 Job A Young
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W. C. Dickson Worth
Ray
Lee Zumwalt
S. H. Hoskins
Charles Mays
E. BE. Miller
J. K. McKelve
Sam Hawkins Cc
L. M. Crowder H. V. Hennen
D. L. Hamilton
Oscar T. Button
M. P. Kelly
Waller L. Buster
D. M. Reeve
W. BE. Durbin
W. C. Orr
John W. Stuart
S. T. Coleman
Jack Christal
J. E. Smith
E. F
Ted) Davis
J. M. Gary
Justice Peace
Prohibition Debate At Lubbock In Texas gubernatorial race
Judge Poindexter in Lubbock praised Dr. J B Gambell defending regulative measures while warning that Johnson opponents push anti prohibition branding. Rev Indley endorsed Johnson in a sermon as a crowd heard him in Bridgeport. R R Williams the sage of Cumby endorses General Davison as best Democrat for prohibition amendment submission.
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Lubbock
Pondexter
J. B. Gambell
Anti-Saloon League
Johnson
Tulsa
Indley
M. E. Bhureca South
B Cone
Bob
Savinson
R. R. Williams
Sage
Cumby
General Davison
Davidson
Market Daily Summary Mixed Cotton and Livestock Prices
Cotton and New York and Newark futures show gains with 4 to 6 point up moves. Fort Worth and New Orleans receipts report steady to firmer cattle and hog prices, with top beef steers at 6.50 and hogs near 9.35.
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Liverpool
New Orleans
Fort Worth
Gillette Razors Arrive In New Shipment
A local store announces new Gillette safety razors in multiple sizes and prices including the pocket edition at 5 to 6. Gillette is praised as the top working razor with lineups at 5 50 and 6 while travelers sets cost 6 and 9. A cheaper Shumate Safety Razor is offered at 1.00.
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Gillette
Where Are the Girls I Used to Know
An old ad recalling past sweethearts Mollie Margaret Ruth and May. It imagines them as happily settled in life while promoting Chi-Namel varnish in bright colors. Sold by Magill & Shepard.
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Margaret
Ruth
May
Magill & Shepard
Plainview News Highlights School Closing and Local Events
Plainview reports a progressive school term ending with a picnic in Kimbrough pasture. Sunday school attendance 119 with nine absent, 81 percent lessons, 806 chapters read, and a $4.21 collection. Local weddings and cemetery committee reports accompany the day’s social notes.
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Texas
Kimbrough
Mary Plummr
Waitesboro
Nell Naylor
Denton
Chaptry
J. C. Guy
Horton
W. Y. Barnett
Weaver
Henry Rick
Zion
J. B. Baxter
Joan Baxter
John Higgs
Mr. Whitlock
J. B. Stogner
Mr. Sweat
W. H. Owens
Mr. Cowan
Prof. Crew
Ww. L. Ford
Mr. Helms
W. F. Tritt
Nell Nay
Mouna City painting adds cost says M R Gilbert
M R Gilbert argues local mural work in Mouna City will raise prices by a few cents per gallon of paint and raise costs for contractors. He cautions residents to expect higher service bills as coatings and supplies price up.
Baseball results by leagues for Texas and national play
Dallas beat Waco 3 0 and Fort Worth defeated Galveston 5 3 as Shreveport edged San Antonio 3 7. Chicago topped New York 2 0. Pittsburg 7 Brooklyn 6. Philadelphia 6 Cincinnati 4 with Louis 2 over Boston 1. American League saw Philadelphia 10 Washington 2 and Boston 16 New York 0. Southern League games included New Orleans 6 Chattanooga 6 and Mobile 2 Nashville 2 in 13 innings with Montgomery 5 Memphis 1 and Birmingham 1 Atlanta 2.
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Oklahoma City
Shreve
Port
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Galveston
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New York
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Brooklyn
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Louis
Boston
Washington
New Orleans
Chattanooga
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Memphis
Nashville
Birmingham
Atlanta
Mobile
Chronicle Records Amid Denver Wait Ends
Record and Chronicle announce completion of preparations despite delays in Denver. Officials confirm readiness and a planned rollout date, with stakeholders urged to monitor future updates and community notices for specifics.
Denton County Baptists Discuss Denominational Paper Plan
A Denton County Baptist association workers conference with fair attendance debated forming a county denominational paper. Proposals to fund and publish with a stock-backed editor were floated, to be revisited at the Fifth Sunday meeting in Gibble Springs with Rev. Cagle adding a related item to the program. Delegates were hosted at church dinner and adjourned to meet again in June.
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Baptist Pasture and Workers Conference
Denton County Baptist Association
County Baptist Association
T. Andrews
Nev
Gibble Springs
Cagle
Denton County
Texas wire fence Co offers sharpening and repair services
Old phone 42 lists sharpening and repair work for lawn mowers with a promise of quality. TEXAS WIRE FENCE Co contacts readers to call for details. LONG & KING advertise a fresh vegetables and fruits assortment and invite customers to phone their wants.
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Texas Wire Fence Co
Long & King
Record and Chronicle Lost and Found Ad Service
Advertise in the Record and Chronicle Lost and Found columns to recover lost articles. Reach readers who scan notices and listings for missing items and return valuables.
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The
Record
Chronicle
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