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Newspaper

Record And Chronicle

Location

Denton, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1912

Page

3

Classified Ads Offerings and Rates Through The Week

Classified ads describe 13 words priced at 6 times daily 10 words daily and weekly one week rates 30c 40c offered.

Lost and For Sale Notices From Local Classifieds

A collection of brief classifieds lists items for sale and notices. Entries include lost items such as a belt buckle watch and a gold bar pin, sales including a pony and saddle, a two story brick building, and pasture offers for cattle. Names and addresses include Tempie Palace, W Oak St, Or 5, W. Kanady 2229, Parvin Kittrell, J. W. Jagoe, W T Johnson, and Oren Bell This compilation also advertises housework requests and a typewriting service.

Tempie Palace W. Oak St W. Kanady

Registered Hogs for Sale From Acme Herd Poland China

Pedigrees furnished. Sanger Texas dealer Yeatts sells hogs from Acme herd headed by Big Boy 163615. Also listed are a good heavy work mare, a 32-20 Winchester, pure 4-lock cotton seed, and storage space in the Wright building complex near the Opera House with contact through Mrs. W. C Wright.

Acme Poland Big Boy C. Yeatts Sanger Texas Wright Opera House W. C Wright

Concrete Sidewalks and Brick Work Proposal

A brief note from 8 A. Bushey offering to discuss concrete sidewalks and brick work projects with the recipient.

A. Bushey

J M Gurley Cement Contractor Offers Estimates

J M Gurley, a cement contractor, advertises first class work at the right price and invites readers to get estimates.

J. M. Gurley

Moving and dray services advertise in Denton

An ad showcases household goods moving and dray work by Denton firms. Listings include Aill kinds of drag work, moving services, new and old phone numbers, trunks and baggage handling, and two large moving vans for households. Firms named include Park s and Lester.

Rpownlow & Strickland Hickory Denton Transfer CO Morrison Prop Caile Lipscomb Building Parks & Lester

First Class Wood Work At Waldrip Shop

J L Waldrip advertises heat materials and reasonable prices at Yaewa Riackemth Shop, inviting customers to inquire for wood work and supplies.

J. L. Waldrip Yaeva Riackemth

West Side Square Dentists and City Meat Market Ad

City meat market promotes pest meats at right prices with prompt delivery. Dentists Dr. W. A. Jones on West Side Square and J. W. Fralin on South Side Square Denton Texas advertise their practices in the same notice.

West Vax W. A. Jones West Side Square J. W. Fralin South Side Square Denton Texas

Vet Office Ad Promotes New Phone Listings

A veterinary practice announces new contact numbers for the office and residence in Denton. The listing notes updated landline and mobile style listings with both old and new digits for mayor and staff access.

JR. W. BE. Botts Witt Denton Transfer Co Lipvscom

Service notice for Brashears and offices

Quick Messenger Service contact information lists J. W. A. Brashears as manager with Hamilton and Yeatts’ office details for call coordination.

Quick Messenger Servce J. W. A. Brashears Hamilton & Yeatts

Autos for Hire by W W Billingsley

W W Billingsley offers auto hire service with updated contact numbers 148 and old 330 for inquiries and bookings.

W. W. Billingsley

Rooms for Rent in Demon City Near Bank

Four furnished rooms for rent by A R McGintie. Location described as north south east and west in the city of Demon, office one door east of Sachange National Bank.

A. R. McGintie Eouth

Lawn Work Offered by Wis Jackson

General yard work available with mowing services. Contact Wis Jackson at old phone 379 to arrange.

Wis Jackson

E M Wood Barber Shop and Arkansas Mill Ad

West Side Square barbers advertise clean shop with good barbers. Also promote CHOPS BRAN CORN HAY and other feedstuffs. Arkansas Mill at S Elm street offers best store and heater wood with prompt delivery and full measure. Both phones listed.

E. M. Wood West Side Square Arkansas Mill Elm Street

Poultry for Sale and Ducks Eggs Offered

An ad lists ducks and eggs for sale from Mrs A L Scott and others. Describes runner ducks, Brahma eggs, and duck eggs with prices and daily yields, plus contact for Will Mitchell in Michigan.

Duck Eges Han Will Itchell Michells Barber Shep

Garza News Highlights Local Movements and School Closure

May 14 in Garza reports residents visiting in Denton and nearby towns. Individuals listed include Miss Nadia McGallard, Miss Geneva McGallard, Miss Lyella Simmons, Miss Ethel Simmons, and Alphag Chambers. Garza school closed after a profitable year. several residents traveled or visited associated with Denton Lewisville Tyler and Roanoke.

Denton G C. Tubervile Garza Dan Brumley Rosales Lewisville Nadia Geneva McGalliard Tyler Lyella Ethel Simmons Alphag Chambers Minnie Grant

Reading the Daily Ads Brings Good Pay, Readers Say

The column notes many people read daily ads for pay and to find items cheaper than elsewhere. It highlights the appeal of scanning listings for bargains and deals.

Obituaries and School Board Notes From Sanger Courier

Mrs 8 E Harter of West Sanger dies at 60 with children Julia McMurtre Nes tlarter Lee Moody W J and Frank Harter listed as survivors. Cev H Killits aged 14 dies southwest of town after illness. funeral at home with Rev H J Matthews officiating. R A Batterie aged 68 dies and rests in local cemetery. Christian church member since 1885. J C Wright C F Gary and W F Legear elected school trustees. Justin Trifune Kn F Donald W E Smoot A E Faught A M Wilson also elected trustees.

County Exchange Sanger Courier R. A. Batterie Chrstian Church J. C. Wright C. F. Gary W F. Legear

Little France Mae Lon hosts kindergarten party in Denton

Mae Lon hosted about twenty five children with games and candy cake and cream. She treated the kids to a car ride after the party. An afternoon tea at the First Methodist Mission Society residence on West Hickory hosted by Mrs. L Bailey included musical readings and refreshment with many members attending.

Little France Mae Lon Geveral Little Mission Society of the First Methodist Church

Local Weather Boosts Crops and Community Happenings

A good rain improved wheat and oats while cotton stands thrive as chopping begins. Hackberry hosts a new Sunday school with T. L. Nash as superintendent and Mrs. McCormick assistant. A Stewart's Creek Baptist church reunion drew attendees from Roanoke Denton Grapevine Garza and Lewisville. Decoration day is planned at Ritter graveyard next Saturday.

Hackberry T. L. Nash McCormick Assisant John Green Stewart's Creek Baptist Church C. D. Low Roanoke Ed Key Denton Bessie Kelly Rev Cook Grapevine Garza Lewisville Fort Worth Luis Vaughn van Hays Little Elm Ritter Graveyard

LocalMontana primary announcements list candidates

A scanned page lists numerous names and roles for upcoming July democratic primary contests in Montana. Voters see candidates for state senate district 21 and various county offices including treasurer sheriff clerk and attorney among others.

Eight Price Principles Drive Growing Local Store

A local business credits growth to efficiency, service, merchandise quality, and affordable prices. The firm emphasizes meeting customer needs and repeat business, noting strong demand for its offerings and reliable service.

Long & King

Railroad Timetables Missolae Kansas and Tanass

Rail timetable fragment shows northbound and southbound listings for Texas and Pacific with train numbers 49 204 219 and 31 14 682 and times around 8:55 pm 11:50 pm 12:35 am 4:30 pm. Includes partial notes about Dallas and Wichita routes and a classified section.

Germicides and Disinfection Mentions Carbule

The piece extols germicides and disinfection to curb infectious diseases and promotes Carbule as a superior germicide. It outlines mixing Carbule with water and using it widely at home and outhouses with prices of 25 cents per pint and $1.25 per gallon.

Denton and Argyle Social Notes Highlight Visits and Events

Miss Ruth Shropshire and Miss Mary Pearl Armstrong visit Denton. Mrs. W. E. McGee and Mrs. 0. J Chism travel to Denton. Mae Grubbs returns from Chickasha. Lindley, Kenny, Ray, and Mieticke attend Decoration Day in Denton. Ep Baker noted in Denton. Argyle reports rain after a norther. Dr. Foster returns from Oklahoma. A L Richards and A L Alexander of Denton visit relatives. Ed Young from Roanoke. Dr. McCulloch visits Tarrant County. Mrs. Boyles returns from Denton. Rev. Schneer preaches at Baptist church. ice cream supper planned.

Denton Ep Baker Denter Jim Reims Argyle News Argyle Foster Oklahoma A. L. Richards Higgins A. L. Alexander Ed Young Roanoke McCuilock Tarrant County Boyles Howard Waghette Schneer Baptist Church Holy Land J. A. Simmons Lewisville R. H. Little Leonard Robbins Clara Jeter Gay Lewig Ollie Williams Little A. B. Chamberg Fort Worth Ethel Gibbons Sparks Iventon J. A. King Sarah Gibbs Bertha Breeding Fred McKiney Will Simmons Zada Martin Justin Ora Huffines Hailey Roxie Miller SH Bolivar Elsie Berg Cains Holly Renshaw Decatur Cherry W. G. Kimbrough H. C. Stout Chiren RE. Porter C. P. Couser Grace Sanderson R. Wilson Nannie Blewett Chapel Odd Fellows Mr. Bates Sanger Rolf J. Walton Knight

Syrup of Figs Promoted For Gentle Bowel Care

Old and young readers urged to use genuine Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna for gentle relief from sluggish bowels and liver inactivity. The note warns against harsh laxatives and emphasizes natural, harmless ingredients while urging readers to verify the California Fig Syrup Company label. The column also covers local social notes from Corinth and nearby towns, including marriages, visits, and community events.

Eass Yegist Senna California Fig Syrup Company

Seniors Bid Fond Farewell To Miss Frances Buster

A high school faculty member Miss Frances Buster received a goodbye party planned by the senior class on Wednesday at Mrs Cowan's. About 34 attendees gathered first at Miss Ella Pierce's home then joined the guest of honor for games and punch. Others present included Misses Anna Pritchett Mertie Higgins Margie Cowan Olx Stover and Mr. Jackson.

Frances Buster

Former Transan Advisse Ten as Weep of Commis sio

Judge Robert Lovett, former Texan head of the Harriman system, tells the Texas Welfare commission that railroads are not prospering and backs amending the Stock and Bond law to allow bonds for improvements without regard to previous issues. He is a San Jacinto County native whose Wall Street rise impressed financiers. The note mentions widespread local visits and social updates from Denton, Ponder, Justin, Decatur, and nearby communities with multiple residents visited and events noted.

Dallas Robert Ss. Lovett Harriman Texas Welfare Commission Texas Lovett San Jacinto County Wall Street E. H. Harriman

Fine rain benefits crops and local visits at Little Elm

May 13 report notes a beneficial light rain for crops. Numerous residents are mentioned visiting relatives and traveling from Denton Frisco Houston Denison Sanger Corpus Christi and Prosper. Sunday school was organized at the M FB church.

Little Elm Alma Quinsenberry L. P. Anderson Houston Mattie Travham Denison E. E. Miller Denton R._H. Clark J. W. Nelson Sanger I. E. Smith Wilkerson Corpus Christi Crout Geo. Robertson Frisco S. L. McReynolds J. A. Stover M. FB

Danderine Hair Promise for Soft Lustrous Locks

Claiming immediate soft fluffy hair after a Danderine cleanse the ad touts 25 cent bottles to stop hair loss itch and dandruff. It promises new downy hair after weeks of use, roots strengthened and hair growth boosted with vivid metaphorical comparisons to rain and sunshine.

Knowlton

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