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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1910
Page
4
The Halley’s comet was seen in the western sky after sunset with a faint head pointing westward and a long tail. Viewers report disappointment after high expectations, noting similar past comets and predicting another sighting tonight if skies stay clear.
A lion fondled a child's hand thrust into its cage in Pittsburg causing danger to a child. The piece cautions dangers of colds and whooping cough and promotes Dr Kings New Discovery with Mrs Gerf Davis of Flat Rock North Carolina praising it for babies. It mentions a 50 cent price and a trial bottle offered by J F Raley and Co.
C F Witherspoon and Sons offers hay corn and oats for sale. Local merchants may contact for bulk quantities and pricing.
Johnson and Gillespie purchased a Model 19 Buick to aid their Toledo real estate business. The car will be delivered in a few days. Frank J. Cheney, senior partner of J J Cheney & Co, swears the firm will pay one hundred dollars for each uncured catarrh case with Hall's Catarrh Cure. Hall's Catarrh Cure is advertised as systemically acting.
The exposition invites all to attend opening night Thursday May 26 at the Wright building.
Henry L. Britton of Frost St Eaton Rapids Michigan says Hyomei cured his nasal catarrh after other remedies failed. The inhaler device delivers Australian eucalyptus and antiseptics to the inflamed membrane and relief comes in minutes. A pocket inhaler costs 50 cents with full outfit available for purchase.
Commencement week begins Saturday with an college auditorium entertainment. Sunday the baccalaureate sermon by Rev J Frank Smith of Dallas at the First Baptist Church. Monday class day on campus. Tuesday exhibits from 1 30 to 5 50 pm. Wednesday graduation in the college auditorium with Hon D M Alexander of Weatherford delivering the address and diplomas awarded.
Texatone will serve free samples at their Food Show booth with free prizes given away each night. The Wright building hosts the event on Thursday night May 26.
Gibson's advertises bulk sweet and mixed pickles with contact phone number 25 for ordering and inquiries.
Denton fire districts laid out by street boundaries. District 1 covers areas between North Locust and East Meninney with depots and dormitories. District 2 includes north of Menney, North Locust and Bolivar. Districts 4 5 6 7 describe boundaries around Mulberry Center Elm Hickory and city limits with depots and boarding houses.
Capuchine offered to clear the head and brace nerves for business. Sold at drug stores.
A girl described as a regular tomboy climbed trees and fences and faced scratches and sprains. Her mother applied Bucklen's Arnica salve, which quickly cured her. The ad claims the salve heals boils ulcers eczema old sores corns or piles, 25 cents a box. J F Raley & Co.
New price guide lists cheap groceries under phone 31 with old number 126. H. F. Keller appears as the contact for the listing.
A brief inspirational note cites that all arts in business may fail but truth and integrity will carry a man through to the end, emphasizing enduring character over success. The quote frames business conduct as a moral imperative for lasting reputation.
Denton High School will host commencement at the R E Lee School auditorium on June 6 at 8 30 p m with diplomas for a record graduating class of 29 seniors 15 girls and 14 boys The annual sermon by Dr Matthew T Andrews is set for June 5 at First Baptist Church and the class list includes named graduates and speakers noting a landmark year for the district.
Late personal notes list Mrs. W. A. Matthews ill with Dr. T. A. Ball visiting from Corinth. Fort Worth resident G. H. Barb is here, J. E. Wilson in Stamford on business, and Mr. and Mrs. Gober C. Wright in Dallas.
Jacobs Stock company opened last night with the four act drama Miner's Sweetheart. The crowd was pleased though the star Pearl Levins carried the show and Gladys Parks along with her. Tonight's bill features Waif of New York and new specialties are announced.
A brief city notice records a single loaf of bread dated 14.07 at Smith's Restaurant. The fragment confirms a food item listing tied to the venue.
An old time advertisement notes Uneeda Laundry with a humorous misspelling Ineeda Steam Laundry. It mentions Beta phones, Mitchell Bros. as agents, and a Wor guaranteed trade phrase.
A Denton Texas jeweler argues diamonds are cheaper now than in the past and will likely rise in price as Kimberly mine output dwindles and demand grows. He touts three karat stones freshly cut, offered at two hundred dollars per karat, urging customers to view the inventory.
The social event of the year Food Show invites every housekeeper to attend. Wright Building hosts the event on Thursday May 26 signaling a standout community gathering.
The Ponder State Bank of Ponder Texas announces it has opened for business and asks for a portion of local banking. officers include H. F. Wakefield president Dr J L Gammill vice president E C McElroy cashier with directors J W Spencer R J January Geo Harshaw Wi H Chambers.
The College of Industrial Arts opens a four week summer term beginning June 6 and ending July 2 with a faculty led by President Cree T. Work. The 1910 11 year elects officers for the Eleanor Brackenridge club including Miss Katharine Frazier as president and Miss Eleanor Clement as vice president.
Invitations are extended by Mr and Mrs J F Hargrave Lip scomb for the marriage of their daughter Helen Virginia to Cecil Williams on the evening of Wednesday June 8 1910 at 8:30 in the Episcopal Church Abilene Texas.
Frontier Asthma offers a free at home trial treatment with full information provided. The address listed is Room 702 Buffalo New York along with references to S A Gibson son and Paone 25 in Denton Chautauqua dated July 2024.
An advertising item urges lovers of good ice tea to call for Folger's special mixed. It attributes the contact to S. A. Gibson with the phone number 25.
An advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a cure for nervous, melancholy, and weak women with symptoms like loss of appetite headaches sleep problems and fainting. It claims thousands have improved health and wealth, guarantees satisfaction, and directs readers to J Raley Co Smith's for tests, plus fence and mower services.
The ad promises correct filling of any physician's prescription at their firm. It stresses secure service, adequate stock, trained staff, and proper drug preparation. They offer delivery across the city and provide two phone numbers for contact.
J A Minnis, a prescription druggist with thirty years of experience, reflects on a long career serving the community with medicinal expertise and personal care.
Local restaurant Smith's unveils a feature: Mo Fresh bread served daily to patrons. The announcement highlights the bakery style loafs as a signature draw.
For feverishness and aching from malarial conditions colds or overheating try Hick's Ca outline. It reduces fever and relieves the acting. Available in liquid 18c 25c and 50c sizes at drug stores.
The New Oatman hotel lists guests including R. T. Howard of Chicago W. Lan eas of Dallas J. R. Joiner of Sherman and others from Dallas Denison Granger Frederick Okla Pilot Point Seymour Winnsboro New York and more with accompanying guests and couples.
Advertises cash or on time sales for mules and horses with contact through Strickland and Pinckley for purchase.
Visitors at the Cleburne creamery booth sample a variety of ice creams while officials promote local dairy products. The event highlights new flavors and community support for regional dairy producers.
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