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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1913
Page
2
The Record and Chronicle praises Texas high school debating skill while urging future public speaking as a civic asset. It notes Denton gas disposal debate and Wichita Falls praise for a garbage burner, with Denton seeking a $75 monthly plan funded by business support to handle indestructible rubbish.
In Denton a major issue in every sizeable town is how to handle garbage disposal. The city has attracted attention but has not yet found a solution.
The greatest galaxy of sweet singers assembles with A G Allien's Minstrel Show coming soon. The touring revue promises a varied program of vocal stars and high spirited entertainment for local audiences.
An insurance advertisement urges readers to obtain fire and storm coverage before disaster strikes. It emphasizes that no one is immune to fire or windstorms and promotes low rates and liberal benefits offered by W. T. Bailey & Co. with old and new phone numbers.
First Presbyterian Sunday school at 9 45. Westminster League at 6 30 p m. Cumberland Presbyterian Sunday school at 9 45 a m with W W Baxter as superintendent. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 30 p m. R L Rogers of Pilot Point to preach at both morning and evening services.
Rev J W Caldwell leads Bible school at 9 45 with E D Crid die superintendent for Junior endeavor at 4 pm Christian Endeavor at 6 30 pm and prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 30 pm No preaching at morning hour due to city school opening sermon and other services as usual Evening subject Self mastery
Church of Christ at Pearl and Bolivar markets Bible classes from 9:60 to 11:00 a.m. Preaching at 11:00 a.m. and 7:45 p.m. by C. E. Wooldridge. First Baptist Luncheon School at 2:50 p.m. and services at 6:30 p.m. preacher unknown. Evening services canceled at Lee auditorium due to bacalaureate exercises.
O T Cooper pastor with Sunday school at 9 30 led by M L Williams Supt Young People League meets at 4 pm Mrs O T Cooper Supt Senior league led by G J E Park Public worship at 11 am and 7 pm no services at 11 due to Hig school baccalaureate Epworth League anniversary program at 7 pm with speakers Dr Bruce and Prof Williams and special music
No morning service. Sunday school 9:45 a.m. with Prof. P. E. McDonald supervising junior division. Intermediate 6:55 p.m. led by Mrs. Yancey. Seniors 6:30 p.m. led by Mrs. Wolf. Evening Senior Christian Endeavor will host a program and A. C. Owsley will speak on "A Wider Vision." Denton youths invited.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve praised for skin diseases burns bruises and boils. J T Sosaman publisher of News Cornelius NC says one box helped serious skin ailment after other remedies failed for 25c. Recommended by J F Raley & Co. Special prices on canned pumpkin per dozen for a few days TURNER BROS. Phones 7.
The article argues religion and medicine are intertwined, with faith boosting medicine’s effect. It emphasizes belief in a higher providence, notes religious patients often recover better, and promotes Peruna as a remedy. It also mentions KA-TAR-NO as a modern formula and offers a free booklet.
A Denton bridge party hosted by Mrs Wm B Gregg drew eight tables and guests including Mesdames Lipscomb Langley Schweer and Bass. High score honors went to Mrs RR Every with Miss Ross Poe taking low. The evening included luncheon and farewells as the host couple prepare to move to the country. Later a Denton High School Alumni reception at Chamber of Commerce rooms celebrated the class of 1913 with speeches, toasts, a humorous contest, and maroon and white decorations. Officers for 1914 were named: President Fred Rayzor, Vice President Mrs Stout, Secretary Miss Gertrude Mac Reynolds, Treasurer Jack McMath.
A guided month long August tour led by Edith L Clark instructor in English and American Literature at North Texas State Normal. It covers Chicago Buffalo Niagara Toronto Hudson River trip to New York Boston Norfolk VA via Atlantic Ocean Washington DC via Potomac River with many scenic side trips. For details contact Miss Edith L Clark or Bernice Carter at 150 W Hickory St Denton Texas.
An old advertisement claims deafness stems from inflamed Eustachian tubes and catarrh. It asserts constitutional remedies work, offers one hundred dollars for any cured case unsolved by Gal is Catarrh Cure, and lists J Cheney & Co of Toledo as makers with Druggists selling Lisa's Family Pills for constipation.
Denton High School announces eight week program from May 26 for grades taught by Principal A Logan. Courses include Advanced Arithmetic Trigonometry Geometry Algebra History English and Arithmetic.
An old advertisement claims dizziness and vertigo signal a torpid liver and promotes Herbine as a powerful liver stimulant. It promises elimination of bilious symptoms after a dose or two and provides a price of 50 cents sold by R. H. Garrison.
Sanbury Pennsylvania resident John Supsie hails New Life Pills as the best remedy for constipation indigestion and liver complaint They promise rapid relief and restored bowel health priced at 25 cents recommended by J F Raley & Co.
Myrtle Cobrum of Newburg Alabama recounts years of back and head pains and pimples. She followed a friend’s advice and used Cardui, claiming cure after two bottles. She notes family use and encourages others to try the vegetable tonic.
A newspaper tease claims the Corn Doctor has treated 135 of Denton’s leading white citizens with no cutting or bleeding. It asserts sterile instruments and urges readers to ask local merchants and law figures for judgment.
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