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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1910
Page
2
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In En ton Texas on May 13 1910 the local scene shows Dr Rankin supporting Johnson and Dr Gambrell backing Poindexter amid a fluid campaign. Denton prepares to host about 300 Boys’ Corn Growers clubs members with families Saturday urged by the Chamber of Commerce to boost town interest. Citizens are urged to back the invitation for a lively event as early reports note the town awakening to the campaign and local activity.
The Record and Chronicle weighs how Poindexter stance on veto power and a state wide three mile law might have changed the prohibition vote. It argues a statewide vote in 248 Texas counties would cost about $100000 and notes the lack of funding.
The piece marks the eleventh anniversary of editor Weder Meyer leaving teaching to edit the Journal. He reflects on laborious years, misinterpretations, and the goal to keep news fair and conscience free of offense, aiming to serve truth and integrity in journalism.
Several residents in Denton reported seeing a comet Monday, witnesses described a bright tail and unusual sky appearance as dusk settled.
Brownwood Bulletin notes Democratic split over Colquitt and Colquitt’s pledge against democracy. McKinney crowd favors Bascom Thomas as Thomas speaks while Colquitt’s supporters clash with locals. The piece argues voters should back Bascom Thomas for lieutenant governor.
The Gaines-Wille Register reports Davidson is the lone late contender waging a fierce but ineffective campaign against Colquitt. Cone and the Judge spar publicly, Colquitt pursues business and constitutional rights, while Davidson is deemed insignificant and not involved in the main race.
The Dr Rankin letter has stirred Poindexter supporters into action and yielded little benefit to Cone Johnson, aside from a marginal gain from Cungus withdrawal in his favor, Abilene News notes.
The Texas Anti-Saloon League sends a pointed reply to Judge Poindexter. It notes his past $24 contribution and wealth, urging larger support and recalling widows earning their living who backed prohibition without governor declarations. The league asserts its enduring stance and Poindexter’s early interest in anti-saloon work.
The McKinney Courier Gazette notes divisions in the prohibition stance on gubernatorial questions. Dr G Rankin backs Cone Johnson against Poindexter, while some pros shift toward statutory prohibition if submission is denied again in the next legislature.
The Gainesville Register reports Sterling P. Strong is accused of using patent leather shoes to make tracks in the Johnson camp, with Judge Poinderter claiming to have supplied some cash for the footwear. The criticism ends with a sharp rebuke about deserting supporters.
Johnson and Poindexter may both stay in the race until the finish, but this will not keep the people from watching closely as the contest unfolds.
The Countess Vecchi investigates a possible prisoner on Hewington Acres after dark. She shadows a man toward the icehouse, discovers a hidden room involving Timmins and suspicious meals, then confronts the door with a muffled cry for help as security closes in.
Voters in Waxahachie signal desire for a definite governor candidate as the Davidson ballot draws interest. Local supporters pressure for clear leadership amid a crowded race.
An advertisement touts Rexall 93 Hair Tonic as a remedy for dandruff scalp itching and baldness. It claims the product strengthens hair roots, improves circulation, and offers a free trial if results fail, with Denton customers urged to buy at The Rexall Store run by O M Curtis.
Dallas defeated Houston 3 to 2 while Galveston beat Shreveport 6 to 2 and Fort Worth topped Waco 3 to 0. Cincinnati routed Philadelphia 8 to 1. New York won 9 to 3 over Chicago. Brooklyn crushed Pittsburgh 11 to 9. St Louis beat Boston 5 to 3. Philadelphia 4, Cleveland 0. St Louis 2, Boston 1. New York 5, Detroit 3. Washington blanked by error in report. Nashville defeated Birmingham 6 to 1. Montgomery 9, Memphis 6. Mobile 11, Atlanta 5. Chattanooga listed as no game.
J H Sublett and family joined the decoration service at Chinns Chapel Saturday. Mrs S P Roach visited Denton. O V Roach of Argyle and the Daughertys, recent visitors, returned home. Starr and Archer family members noted illness improvements amid light showers with hail last Friday.
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