Elks Hold Dance. Durbin Plans Concrete Walk
Elks and friends enjoyed a Monday night dance at the clap rooms. W. E. Durbin is laying 100 feet of concrete walk at his Nortavento home. A city court case against a local automobilist for alleged auto speeding paused to allow participants to attend the Normal commencement. Rev. T. J. Simmons received a report that wind and hail heavily damaged crops on a farm west of Bonham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Durbin
Nortavento
T. J. Simmons
Bonham
Local Buyer Plans Import of Registered Hampshire Sheep
J. J. McKnight of the eastern part of one county recently purchased eleven head of fine registered Hampshire sheep in England. The animals are to be imported this summer and he will travel to Ohio after them in August. He was in town Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. McKnight
Hampshire
England
Ohio
Fresh Vegetables Daily Gristed by S A Gibson
Daily supply of fresh vegetables available from S A Gibson contact via phone 256 for orders and inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. A. Gibson
Lion Attacks Child as Pittsburg Lion Cage Incident Reported
A savage lion in a Pittsburg cage reportedly fondled a child, with danger to children emphasized. The ad promotes Dr King’s New Discovery for coughing, croup, and lung ailments, praising its use for babies and offering a trial bottle, priced 50 cents to $1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
K'ng
Croup
Gerb. Davis
Flat Rock
N. C
J. F. Raley & Co
Socialist Mass Meeting in Denton County
A public socialist mass meeting is announced for Saturday May 28 at Denton County Court House in Denton with sessions at 10:00 am and 1:30 pm A prominent state speaker is expected in the afternoon. all are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Record and Chronicle
Denton County
Court House
Denton
M. A. Anderson
Frank J Cheney Catarrh Cure Ad and Patent Claim
An 1886 advertisement by Frank J Cheney and Co of Toledo Ohio offers Hall s Catarrh Cure with a $100 payment for any uncured case. The notice claims the remedy works through the blood and mucous surfaces and includes a sworn notary certification from A W Gleason. Also promotes Hall s Pills and Folger s Golden Gate coffee and local contact S A Gibson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Hall
A. W. Gleason
Ohio
I.al
City Council Holds Regular Meeting and Votes on Equalization Board
City officials met to approve routine reports including the assessor and treasurer. An ordinance establishing an equalization board was passed with Wylie C. Smith E. T. Broun and G. B. Collins appointed. street improvement votes were canvassed showing 158 yes and 121 no.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Heard
Jones
Board of Equalization
Sage
Poe
Storrie
Tarity
Wylie C. Smith
T. Broun
G. B Colling
McClurkan
Piner
Electric expense and plant improvements itemized expenses
A May accounting shows detailed items including water meter costs, transformer purchases, plant improvements, and a large balance with the treasurer of $830.96. Specific expenses listed include insurance, freight and drayage, hardware and supplies, feed for horse, lumber, postage stamps, telephone and express charges totaling $184.82 for the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aeck
Vesa
Teiss
B. H. Deavenport Insurance
GRO
Drayage
Moreman & Luster
Vers Hardware Co
Crain Co
McGinnis & Sims
McCullar & Co. Lumber
Fire destroys Judge Bradley home amid morning blaze
A morning fire heavily damaged Judge S. M. Bradley’s residence, with roof flames and extensive contents loss. Firefighters forced entry but insurance coverage was limited to the house only, valued at 2300 dollars, while furnishings suffered major damage or destruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. M. Bradley
Deavenport
Capudine Promises Quick Relief for Aches and Nervous Headaches
Advertisement touts Capudine as a liquid remedy for sick headaches nervous tension and travel troubles sold by druggists with suggested immediate effects and benefits directed at female troubles claimed to ease distress and discomfort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hick
Local Residents Visit and Travels Noted
Late personal mentions list several townspeople visiting relatives and traveling. C T Hodges Aubrey W O Taylor Tucumcari N M Mr and Mrs B F McCollum Carey visiting Peters family W C Mewintie Dallas visiting McCintie family O Edwards Fort Worth newspaper man visiting sister T E Peters Miss Robbie Tee Fisher returning to Port Arthur after Normal College James W Million Weatherford on business New of J M Hoard departure from Denton regrets Kate and Ora Lee Jackson leaving Normal for Mexia before June Pilot Point trip for Mays Lyon Gray lumber yard manager in charge E R Johnson former Whitewright
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. T. Hodges
Aubrey
W. O. Taylor
Tucumcari
N. M
B. F. McCollum
Carey
T. E. Peters
W. C. Mewintie
Dalas
A. R. McCintie
O. Edwards
Fort Worth
Normal
Mexia
Greenville
J. M. Hoard
Oklahoma
Mr. Hoard
Denton
Mound City paints may cost a tri fle more
Local paint shop owner M R Gilbert notes prices in Mound City have risen, citing higher material costs and transportation expenses. He warns customers to expect modest increases across interior and exterior coatings while emphasizing value and product choice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mound City Paints
M. R. Gilbert
Regular Tom Boy Susie Climbs and Scrapes Cured by Arnica
A rugged girl named Susie often climbs trees fences ditches and wears scratches sprains bruises and burns. Her mother applies Bucklen's Arnica salve which quickly heals boils ulcers eczema old sores and piles advertised by J. F. Raley & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Raley & Co
Keller Advertises Cheap Groceries By Phone
H. F. Keller announces affordable groceries with two contact numbers, 312 for new line and 126 for old line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. F. Keller
Diamonds Grow Scarcer as Prices Rise, Denton Jeweler Warns
The advertisement argues current diamond rates will not fall and predicts higher prices ahead. Curtis, a Denton Texas jeweler, touts freshly cut three-karat stones at 200 dollars per carat citing Kimberley mine depth and dwindling dirt yield as supply tightens. It urges customers to view these whites offered directly from cutters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curtis
Denton
Texas
Kimberly
Card of thanks to Denton fire department and neighbors
We express gratitude to the Denton fire department and neighbors for their kind assistance at our morning fire. S. M. Bradley and family extend thanks for support and concern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denton Fire Department
S. M. Bradley and
FAMIL
An Ideal Husband Patronizes Electric Bitters and More
An advertisement mix notes a patient husband and a nervous wife needing help with headaches insomnia and fainting spells. It promotes Electric Bitters as a remedy for female troubles and other ailments and cites J F Raley Co and local businesses. Also mentions Wintergreen D D D prescription for eczema and Texas Wire Fence Co sharpening services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J F Raley & Co
Frontier Asthma Company Trial Treatment Claim
An offer from Frontier Asthma of Buffalo New York promises home cure trials and full information free of charge. The notice cites Room 702 as the address for interested readers to inquire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frontier Asthma Company
Buffalo, N. Y
Bread Sale Notice at Smith's Restaurant Citywide
A brief city notice indicates a loaf of bread available at Smith's Restaurant on February 14 02. The item is listed in an urban sale or promotional display, with readers advised to visit the location for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith’s
Stockholders Meeting Notice for Alliance Milling Company
The annual meeting of stockholders of Alliance Milling Company will be held at their Denton office on Tuesday June 14 at 10 o clock F M Rayzor serves as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alliance Milling Company
Evers Hardware Co
Denton Machine Works
General Fund
Barrett
Lone Star Marble Yard
The
Denton
Eloc
F. M. Rayzor
Stawdy
Former Denton Boy Wins Prizes at Honey Grove Contest
Theodor Willis, a former Denton boy, won three prizes in succession at Honey Grove public school events. He placed first in the class contest among four competitors, captured first prize in the High School local contests, and then won first in an oratorical contest with seven competitors from Sherman Ladonia and Clarksville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denton
Theodor Willis
Honey Grove
Sherman
Ladonia
Clarksville
Indigestion Tied to Nightmares Says Mio-na Tablets
A historic 50 cent Mio na stomach tablets ad claims indigestion causes nervousness, restless sleep, and bad dreams. It promises relief within five minutes after meals and offers a money back guarantee via O M Curtis. Dates May 24 and Jun 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. M. Curtis
Prescription filling you can trust for every doctor’s order
Our store guarantees correct filling of any physician prescription no matter where written. We offer complete stock, trained staff, and proper equipment to protect your interests in the drug business. We deliver across the city. Both phones 188.
J A Minnis Prescription Druggist with Thirty Years’ Experience
A note highlights J A Minnis as a prescription druggist with thirty years of experience. The item emphasizes his long tenure in the pharmaceutical trade and professional standing in the community.
Happenings in Society at Masters Home
Master Will and Sidney Erwin entertained a number of their little friends at the home of their parents Monday afternoon from 4 until 7. Some amusing contests were had and refreshments were served. Those present were Jack and Ruth Crawford, Willie Myers, Roy Abney, Helen Bailey, Helen Tancis, Pauline Acklin, Alberta Masters, Maurine Beyett, Louis Yancey, Bettie Inge, Lois Bailey, Roberta Rogers, Fay Rogers, Francis Ballard, Floyd Balard, Raymond Turner and Joe Abney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will and
Sidney Erwin
Jack and
Ruth Crawford
Willie Myers
Roy Abney
Helen Bailey
Helen Tancis
Pauline Acklin
Alberta Masters
Maurine Beyett
Louis Yancey
Bettie Inge
Lois Bailey
Roberta Rogers
Fay Rogers
Francis Ballard
Floyd Balard
Raymond Turner
Joe Abney
For Sale One Cut Under Survey and Runabout Buggy
Classified note lists a cut under survey for sale at 25 dollars and a runabout buggy for 5 dollars. Seller J M Hoard provides contact at 212tfe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M
Roanoke Defeats Justin 4 to 2 In Saturday Ball Game
Roanoke beat Justin 4 to 2 in Roanoke Saturday evening. Pitching standout was Cornwall for Roanoke while Nickieson Gaither and Scott played strong defense for Justin. Batteries were Cornwall and Cox for Roanoke. Harris and Vaughn for Justin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roanoke
Justin
Cornwall
Cox
Harris
Vaughn
Nickieson Gaither
Scott
Fresh California Honey and Bread at Local Shops
Fresh California honey available at A. Gisson's with phone contact 25. Fresh bread also offered at Smith's Restaurant attracting shoppers seeking daily staples.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
A. Gisson’s
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E. Milligan
Denton County National Bank
Cravenette
North Court Square
Overland Auto Sales Co
R. R. Bates
Mgr
JW. Jagoe, Jr
Fame St D. J. Mitchell
Texas Wire Fence Company
Boren & Stewart Building
Peoples’ Home Tel. Co
H. Egan
Fred PD
Subreman Steam Laundry
Panama
C. R. Hamilton
Chas. Kimbrough
G. H. Kimbrough
Europe
Kimbrough
Cumberlang Universiy
Lebanon
Tenn
Folger's
Golden Gate Coffees
One
Gibson
Stricklandd & Pincktey
Co. F. Witherspoon & Sons
A. Gibson
G. W. Elbert
Folger
Phong 25
Hk. T. Broun
G. B. Collins
Mroorge
Julian Scruggs
Soulkiss
J. C. Guy
Garrison & Kimmins
J. A. Minnis
Denton Chautauqua
Lawn
Texas Wire Fence Co
QO. M. Curtis
Stockholders Meeting
Elgin
W. J. McCray
South Side Square
West Oak Street
Dfnton Plumbing Company
Smith's Restaurant
Woods
Wisconsin
Katy
W. S. ST. George
Missouri, Kansas
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