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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1910
Page
3
A store advertises personal inspection to prove the distinction in its furniture versus rivals at the same price. Suggestions include Art Squares from 6.50 to 25 dollars and Leather Parlor Suits from 40 dollars upward.
Edwin Hawley, who recently acquired the Katy, has purchased the Texas Central extending from Waco to beyond Stamford. A tornado hit Commerce causing about 1000 dollars in damage with no serious injuries. Maysville, Oklahoma, reportedly wiped off the earth with several deaths. King Edward’s funeral drew nine sovereigns and a former U.S. president. Halley’s Comet sightings puzzle astronomers. Dallas alumni rally to move Southwestern University from Georgetown. Methodist conference debates renaming to simply the Methodist church.
The Hollang vaudeville company closes its run at the Majestic tonight with six acts new motion pictures and an illustrated song. An 86 piece silver service set will be given away. Next week manager Renfro introduces the Jacob Stock company in new plays.
Advance notice highlights the Senior act by a performer known as the human nymph. A man stays submerged in a large glass tank for three to four minutes while eating, drinking, smoking, and writing letters underwater. He claims favorable press coverage across major cities.
Chronicle notes a cautious wait for a river to arrive as records and stories seek change. The line between hope and action remains unsettled while communities and officials pursue water solutions and civic resilience.
Texas league results show Oklahoma City 12 over Dallas 2 Shreveport 8 over Ft Worth 0 Houston 2 Waco 2 in 11 innings Galveston 2 San Antonio 2 in 12 innings. National league New York 7 Cincinnati 3 Philadelphia 8 St Louis 5. other games postponed due to rain. American Washington 1 St Louis 1 Boston 4 Chicago 2 New York 5 Cleveland 2 Philadelphia 5 Detroit 2 Southern New Orleans 1 Memphis 0 Mobile 6 Nashville 4. rain halted other games.
Frank J. Cheney a senior partner at F. J. Cheney & Co. swears the firm will pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The notarized statement from December 6, 1886, notes the Toledo Ohio based firm sells the remedy for 75 cents and promotes testimonials.
A promo for The Divine Plan of the Ages a 386 page cloth bound work published by Bible and Tract Society Brooklyn. It outlines topics such as the Kingdom come the Millennium and the Ransom for all with pricing thirty five cents postpaid and orders to 17 Hicks street Brooklyn.
When a man returns from work in this home scene a wife serves supper and joins him with a rook in hand. The ad promotes Chi Namel furniture care in all colors, sold by Magill and Shepard Furniture and Undertaking.
The Philathea class of the First Presbyterian church was entertained Friday afternoon by Misses Mary and Ida Williams. A drawing contest featured Pearl Von Blueaer winning a gift. Guests included Mary Williams Carroll Ennis Irene Davidson Ethel Aven Anna Witherspoon Cora Crain Linda May Sibyl Aldredge Nora Jones Evelyn Wells Mary Carroll Ida Williams Ina Carney Florence Work Beulah Crain Pearl Von Blueser Mable Elliott Elizabeth Storrie and Mabel Hogue with punch and cake.
An advertisement urges wives to seek Electric Bitters for nervous exhaustion headaches sleep loss and dizziness claiming the tonic cures female troubles nervous disorders backache and weak kidneys. It promises wealth and happiness for users and guarantees satisfaction via J F Raley & Co.
May 21 market roundup with Livestock and futures notes from Denton New York and New Orleans. Beef steers, stockers, calves, hogs and butchers show light receipts, steady or unchanged prices. tops include $7.25 for beef steers and $9.40 for hogs. rice and other spots cited with minor changes.
The ad promotes Perry Davis Pain Killer as a cure for chills from dampness and cold. It claims heating of the body when taken in warm water or milk, notes two million yearly sales after seventy years, and lists 35 cent and 50 cent bottle sizes.
Locals flock for the best bread in the city as Smita's bakery gains praise for quality and flavor across the neighborhood. A growing line forms daily as patrons seek fresh loaves and daily specials.
Fresh California honey available at S. A. Gibso's. Call 25 for orders or pickup.
In Roanoke the excitement after the fire led Prof Edwards to cancel classes for the day. Pupils were too excited to focus and will make up the missed day on Saturday this week.
J. E. Parks of Denton spoke to a large attentive congregation Sunday night on the laymen's movement. He, a school teacher by profession, presented plain points and discussed the movement's importance and duty to inform the public.
Call G. W. Elbert for groceries chickens butter eggs bran chops or hay with prompt delivery. Both phones available.
For sale a desirable Oak street residence with part cash and balance on easy terms. Address E this office. Also offering sharpening and repair services for lawn equipment. Texas Wire Fence Co. old phone 42. 207tfe
Notice to the public announcing the purchase of the O P Poe insurance agency by Jasper and Jasper T. Fr Jasper and Co. The Denton Trust Company building remains the office site on the square south side. Poe will stay on for a period to handle expirations and assist in transitioning business.
The Pilot Point Development Company is organized to promote and secure industrial ventures in the city. Officers include L. G. Belew as president, F. A. Painter as vice president, A. E. Peters as secretary, with directors elected and a charter to be obtained. A garment factory deal is being pursued involving Mr. and Mrs. H. Selz. A family reunion at N. M. Peters home links relatives from Los Angeles, Frisco, Henrietta, Durant, and Pilot Point. The street carnival draws crowds despite bad weather with steam swing and a Ferris wheel among the attractions.
A small fire at 4 a.m. in Pilot Point damaged Sandy Gee's barn, overheating an iron lamp. Seven chicks burned, several glasses broken, estimated loss about thirty dollars with no insurance. Fire bells and guns alerted residents as the crew contained the blaze.
Pilot Point students will stage a class play titled Night at Weeks Opera House next Monday night. The production by the high school promises student actors in a community event at the venue.
The two week meeting at the Church of Christ closed last Sunday with five additions to the church. Eld. A. W. Young preached repeatedly delivering excellent sermons.
J H Hutcherson of Hamlin and Miss Dorothy O Neal of this city were married at the Nazarene Bible Institute last Sunday afternoon at 6 30 o clock. Rev J P Roberts officiated. They left Tuesday for Hamlin to make their future home. Hutcherson is brother of another Hutcherson who recently married Miss Pear Buzbee here.
A Poindexter club formed last Friday night with 65 members, now 102, at the city hall. Officers elected: J. M. Pickel president, Co. W. Geers vice president, J. L. ] secretary treasurer. Committee named to circulate a membership list: W. A. Upchurca, J. C. Whiteside, Sam Smith, F. A. Webb, Dr. Painter. Dr. Painter named to arrange a speaking date for Judge Poindexter.
Henry Selz Jr and Miss Nina Drake were married Monday night at 8 30 at the bride’s home in a ceremony conducted by Rev. R F Bryant. Relatives and a few friends witnessed the union. The bride is daughter of Mr and Mrs C N Drake. The groom is their eldest son.
Quick relief for headaches including sick nervous and heat or stomach related pains. Capudine also treats cold or grip attacks, relieving aching feverishness and restoring normal conditions. Liquid and pleasant to take, acts immediately. Prices 10c 25c and 5% at stores.
Attendees included A. H. Gee and Joe Burks along with his wife, at a local bankers gathering.
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