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Newspaper

Record And Chronicle

Location

Denton, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1912

Page

5

For Sale Items and Wants in Denton Area Classifieds

A jumble of small ads offering used farm tools and teams, real estate and rental notes, job wants, and livestock. Listings include a second hand Plano reaper, a south Denton eight room house for sale, a gasoline store wanted, a good driving team with buggy harness, 125 acres east of Denton, country housework wanted, pasture to let, registered hogs for sale, and seed rows for sowing. Contact details include J W Allen Aubrey TX, Gene Harrell Craddock Building Denton, and E C Yeatts Lancer TX.

DRAUGHON'S BUSINESS COLLEGE SPECIAL COURSES OFFERED

The advertisement invites students to enroll in a special English arithmetic spelling penmanship and punctuation course at the Wright building basement and the Opera House building. It promises two months' scholarship for 15.00 and notes storage space and contact with Mrs. W Wright.

Wright Opera House Draughon

Concrete sidewalks and brick work proposal by Bushey

A note offers to discuss concrete sidewalks and brick work with a person or firm named Bushey. It seeks collaboration on a project scope and scheduling.

A Bushey

J. M. Gurley Cement Contractor Offers Estimates

J M Gurley promotes first class cement work at fair prices and invites readers to request estimates.

J. M. Gurley

Moving vans promise first class prompt service

An ad offers drayage with two new moving vans by Parks and Lester. It provides office phones 342 and residence numbers 1613 21 old or 381 new for contact and quotes.

Parks & Lester

Feast Class WooDb Goods At J L Waldrip Lacy Shop

Best materials and most reasonable prices advertised at J L Waldrip at Lacy Blacksmith shop. Includes a price reference of 166¢.

J. L. Waldrip Lacy

City Meat Market Ad on West Oak Street

Meat market advertises best meats at right prices with prompt delivery. Old phone 131 and new phone 34 listed for orders on West Oak Street.

City Meat Market West Oak St New Rght

Denton Dentists Open Offices On Square

Dr W A Jones dentist at West Side Square and J W Fralin dentist at South Side Square middle of block up stairs in Denton Texas operate from the same downtown area as listed in the city directory.

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

Dr W E Botts Veterinary Surgeon Ad

Dr W E Botts veterinary surgeon offers office in Lipscom block Denton Transfer Co as a quick messenger service. Residence phones listed old 486 new 2s Blue. Manager Brashears and Hamilton Yeatts office contact provided.

W. E. Botts Denton Transfer Co Lipscom Servce A Brashears Hamilton & Yeatts

Autos for Hire by W. W.billingsley

W W Billingsley offers auto hire services with contact phones old 359 and new 148.

W. W. Billingsley

Houses and furnished rooms for rent in Denton

A. R. McGintie offers houses and furnished rooms for rent in Denton city. Listings cover north south east and west locations with the office one door east of Exchange National Bank.

A. R. McGintie Denton Exchange National Bank

Classifieds offer quick buys and local notices

A compact classified page highlights available items for sale, services offered, and public notices. Readers find job postings, auto listings, real estate, and community announcements with brief details and contact information.

Lawn Service Ad With Barber Shop Note

Mows and yard work offered with contact number 307 for inquiries. Old phone 379 listed for son, and 379 appears as a contact. West Side Square barber shop advertising lean shop and good barbers inviting patrons to visit.

RE. M. Wood West Side Square

Arkansas Mill Feedstuffs and Wood Co offers prompt delivery

Arkansas Mill on S Elm Street advertises chopped hay corn and bran as feedstuffs. It promotes best stove and heater wood on the market with full measure and prompt delivery. Contact via both phones.

Arkansas Mill Elm Street

Taylor Hardware Co Mowers Offer Neat Lawns at Low Prices

A local hardware firm promotes affordable lawn mowers that keep yards tidy with easy maintenance. The ad highlights light runners and simple upkeep, inviting customers to view the products.

Poultry Department Offers Hatching Eggs and Ducks for Sale

English and American runner ducks eggs for sale with best layers. About 14 ducks produce daily eggs. Partridge Wyndettes Light Brahmas and thoroughbred eggs in varied lots. Prices include 2 dollars per setting of 13 eggs. Written inquiry to Will Mitchell, Mitchell’s Barber Shop.

L. Scott Audrey Gale Will Itchell Mit

Buying at Home

Our city is what we make it and we should spend at home to keep money circulating locally. Every dollar we spend at home stays in the community and supports its welfare by building it up through local purchases.

Growing business built on efficiency and value

A local merchant highlights a growing business driven by efficiency, quality merchandise, and fair pricing. They invite customers to try their service and Note Phones 4' LONG and KING as part of the offering.

Long & King

Have you tied Smith's Bread

An inquiry suggests trying Smith's Bread for a sizable payoff, claiming it exceeds ordinary bread in quality. The note mentions an ideal restaurant context.

Smith

Political Announcements and Primary Investigation

A reader notice outlines Democratic primary actions in July with names urging investigation into nominees claims and requesting support. The fragment indicates party process and candidate scrutiny within the political event.

Local Political Ballot Names For County Offices

A OCR style list shows candidates for many county roles including State Senate 31st District R L Cable Montag Local Representative Alvin Mowsley County Judge H Hoskins County Assessor F E Tobin and others such as C F Frank Witt E E Miller M Gary Lane K MeeKelvy County Treasurer Reeve J and Guy Dad Barnes William Nels Tax Collector Virgil Hennen Sam Hawkins County Clerk Button for County Attorney R Wilson Geo M Hopkin I Key for County Superintendent J McCook District Clerk Durbin T Higgins Justice Precinct No 1 William McCormican Constable Precinct No 1 George Watson C Sullivan Granville Kindred Commissioner Precinct No 1 John F Morgan.

Congress acts to curtail cotton speculation overall

Associated Press report from Washington says Congress passed a bill to require spring reports on cotton acreage and autumn production. The House accepted a Senate amendment eliminating the need for reports on cotton conditions in August September and October.

Associated Press Dispatch Washington Congress House Senate

Hyomei Inhaler Promises Relief From Catarrh

Ad promotes HYOMEI for hawking snuffles and catarrh with claims of ending discharge and crusts, clearing nasal membranes, and easing coughs and sore throats. Emphasizes no habit forming drugs and complete outfit priced at $1 with extra bottle available. Distributed by C M Curtis and druggists nationwide.

C. M. Curtis

Progressive Store Ad Highlights Boost for Your Pocket

The page features a progressive store advertisement promising value and savings for shoppers. It highlights deals, specials, and weekly offers aimed at boosting buyers’ purchasing power during the current issue.

Walter Campbell and Miss Wolpert to Wed

Will A Woldert announces the engagement of his daughter Christine E Woldert to Walter W Campbell of Denton The marriage is planned for Trier in late June Christine is a recent art graduate and college teacher popular in Denton social circles Campbell is a well known traveling man.

Dallas News Denton Chrigetine Woldert Walter W. Campbell A. Woldert Christine E. Woldert Trier Woldert College of Industrial Arts Campbell

Frontier Asthma Treatment Information Free From Buffalo

Frentier Asthma company offers full information and treatment options at no cost. Readers in Buffalo can contact Room 2 for details and eligibility.

Buffalo N

Woman Thrown From Horse Injured Monday Afternoon

M s e Fannie Eubanks of north of town was thrown from her horse and badly hurt Monday afternoon in an unidentified location. Rescue officers attended the scene and she was taken for medical treatment.

Fannie Eubanks North of Town

Buy Local Merchants to Grow Prosperity

We should buy from our local merchants to boost their prosperity and the city’s welfare. When merchants prosper they can improve stores and hire workers, attracting laborers from neighboring towns and expanding the community and population.

Cvds Ubor

Sheriff Sale Notice Denton County Texas 1912

Notice of a Denton County sheriff sale issued April 9 1912 in case No 5407 Mrs Salle A Farris et al vs J W Johnson & Son et al. Property is 6 1/2 acres in T D Ligon survey about eight miles southeast of Denton. Sale set for first Tuesday in June 1912 before courthouse door. Proceeds to satisfy a 202.06 judgment plus costs. Sheriff W C Orr signs.

State OF Texas Denton District Court Denton County Salle A. Farris J. W. Johnson & Son Court House T. D. Ligon S. E J. W. Johnson & For Et Sallie A. Farris W Cc. Orr

Notice of Constables Sale in Denton County

The state of Texas by virtue of a Plarnes Executon issued by the Travis County Court directs Sheriff T. L. Stover to sell on the first Tuesday in June 1912 the property of A. W. Palmer located in Denton city. It comprises lots 25 and 26 in block 1 D2 North Side addition, 646 acre John R. Henry survey, to satisfy a 279.50 judgement in favor of C. M. Proctor.

State OF Texas Denton Travis County C. M. Proctor A. W. Palmer Court House John R. Henry A. D T. L. Stover Constable Denton Co

Denton County Sheriff Sale Over 75 Acre Tract In Aubrey Area

The state court in Denton County on May 2 1912 ordered sheriff sale of property described as about 75 acres two miles east of Aubrey Texas part of the Francisco Trevino survey to satisfy a judgment of 592.46 in favor of C H Carter et al against S T Donoho et al. The sale is to be conducted before the courthouse door in Denton. W C Orr sheriff notes the sale date and location with the order of sale.

Court House Denton County Denton Texas Aubrey Francisco Trevino Survey S. W W. L. Sanford Claud Bargsdall N. E J. C. Kelley J. A. Haren Esid Tan S. T. Donoho C H. Carter W.c. Orr

Advertising convention emphasizes absolute truth in ads

Dallas May 21 reports the eighth annual convention of the Association of Advertising Men of America. Sessions covered national advertising questions with speakers such as Robert Frothingham and Richard H. Waldo. Sections for Retail Advertisers and General Advertising Agents held addresses and discussions.

Assoc and Press Dispatch Dallas Ameica G C. Hubbins Barman Robert Frothingham A. D. Robbins Rchard H. Waldo Joseah H. Appel J. Schneider A. G. Chaney W. McDiarmid

Railroad executive urges Texas rail securities at par during welfare hearing

President E. F. Ripley of the Santa Fe system spoke to the Texas Welfare Commission in Fort Worth on May 21. He argued railroads should be allowed to issue securities at par and criticized current tax valuations, noting railroad investments are not yielding fair returns. He also called out high personal injury damage suits in Texas and proposed a railroad member on the commission.

Fort Worth EP. Ripley Santa Fe Ststem Texas Welfare Commission Texas

Remarkable Rescue From Typhoid Pneumonia Cough

Joliet resident Mrs J E Cox credits Dr King's New Discovery with saving her life from a dangerous cough caused by typhoid pneumonia. She reports she initially found no relief from other medicines until using the remedy, now nearly free of coughing. Trial bottle offered.

J. E Cox Joliet J. F. Raley & Co

Turner Bros Grocery Slogan Promises Satisfaction

A concise promotional note from Turner Bros urges customers to try their goods and service for grocery satisfaction. The message emphasizes immediate action and highlights the store by name with a contact phone.

Notice of Sale by Executor in Denton County Texas

Executor B F Paschall will sell at public auction on the first Tuesday in June 1912 between 10 am and 2 pm at the Denton courthouse door the estate of Mrs Addie Fay comprising lots with houses at 18 and 20 East Congress Ave Denton Texas located in the BL B RLS C RR Co survey.

Addie Fay B. F. Paschall Denton County Texas Court House Denton Tess RLS C. RR. Co Congress Avenue

Electric Ritters claim to cure malaria in blood

A vintage advertisement touts Electric Ritters as a malaria cure, claiming mosquitoes cause swamp fever and that the product restores appetite, strength, and health after illness. It cites a testimonial from William Fretwell of Lucama North Carolina and endorses use for stomach, liver, and kidney issues.

Wm. Fretwell Lucama N. C Ralev & Co.'s

Denton Bride-Elect Honored With Red and White Shower

Mrs George Harper hosted a Miscellaneous shower in Denton for Charm McNeil who will wed Hadley D Sanders. Guests enjoyed buttonhole games and recipes for husbandry, with prizes and a bride book of well wishes. A two course luncheon followed, ending with a fig basket gift to the bride elect.

Lilla Thomas Reve Ved Jessie Mitchell Juanita Smith Aff -Roovm Sues Harpe L Watson Miles Charm McNeil Maria Gallagher Emily Giddings Maeerman Lilla Thomas Jesse Mitchell Elsie Larkin Edna Thomas Fannie Bianesiey Juanita Smth Bertha Boofj Eleanor Preston Nellie Witte Annie Grady Maud Rohmer Helen Newell Irma McGill Mame Young Evelyn Boone Stella Garnér Ros

We Want Your Grocery Bus Negs

We want your grocery bus negs. We know that we Drust please you. You’ll keep it and we will see that you are satisfied. Call us. Phones 44.

Turner Bros Long & King

Arnold Visitors from Denver and Roanoke

M. Arnold of Denver Colorado and Miss Cora Arnold of Roanoke are visiting Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Milles.

Arnold Denver, Col Cora Arnold Roanoke E. E. Milles

Personal Guarantee for D D D Skin Remedy

Local shop promotes D D D Dermatologic remedy with an iron clad guarantee buy a full size bottle and if it fails it costs you nothing. Claims quick itch relief and lasting cures for eczema psoriasis rash or tetter and urges readers to try the wash despite uncertain details.

D. D. D. Laboratories Chicago

Also Mentioned on This Page

Ie Celluaneouse J. W. Allen Gene Harrell Craddock Building J. J. Mel Parvin Kittrell J. W. Jagor Kanady First National Bank Johnson Record and Chronicle Office Bruce W. J Waggoner Jfprom Acme Poland Bie Boy E. C. Yeatts Lancer Rowden Jinov A. Hann D& Etfe Brownlow & Strickland Offreamébarn Fast Hickory HM. Morrison Prop Lipscomb Building Automobile Line Cavetto Howard W. J. McCray General Y Wes Jack B. H. Deavenport & Co Moon Bros Taylor Hadware Co Poultry Department State Senate R. L. Cable Montag Alvin Mowsley H Hoskins Por County Assessor F. E Tobin C.F. (Frank) Witt E. Miller M. Gary L Lane K. Meekelvy County Treasuer i Reeve J Guy Baan Wiliam Virgil Hennen Sam Hawkins Button Sheriff W. Corr W & Fry Batis H R. Wilson Geo M Hopkin J . McCook Durbin T. Higgins Por Justice Precinct No William McCormican George Watson C. Sullivan Granville) Kindred John F Morgan Jib John) Johnson G. W Walker) Riley W. F Fred) Cunningham S. Atcheson J A Sweat McCraw Fala Walter Campbell Miss Wolpert Wee Pansite Fubasnks Land Hatten Anna J. H. Ransom J. W. Bullock Whitman Bob Cook Nell Kelsey W. J. Wells the Normal Linden Willie B. Staples Ennis Ada Rogers Kaufman George T. Cobb McKnney M. W. Kerley San Antonio Z. T Mrr Byron R. Smith Krum Irma Berry Allen Anthra Kates C. E. Wooldridge Sherman George Harper Daugher Lula Beth el Paso Harper C. L. M. Crowder W.H E. L. Crowder Scur’y County Denton Trust Company Ripley Welfare Commission E. F P. Ripley The Santa Fe &System Broncos Jack McMath Russia la France Lakewood Atlantic City Wilson-Hann Company Denton Society Colorado California Sale Daily Aténe A. D. Bell Geo. D. Hunter
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