Formal Opening of First National Bank Quarters in Denton
The Record and Chronicle reports the formal opening of the First National Bank in Denton on May 27 1912. The new south square bank building attracted crowds of citizens admiring its security features including a heavy vault and a screw door safe. It traces the bank’s growth from 1890 to 1912 with deposits loans and resources rising markedly and lists current officers and directors led by President T Johnson and VP H F Schweer.
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the Record and Chronicle
First National Bank
United States
Mosier Company
H. F
M. 8. Stout
Denton
Bank Sice 1893
Stout
Schneer
W. T. Johnson
Legislature Candidate Deadlines and Fire Insurance Reform
Candidates must notify the County Executive committee by June 3 for state races while county contenders have until June 15 to decide. George Mendell of Trave runs for the Legislature proposing repeal of the fire insurance law seen as driving up premiums and anti trust issues. Texas policy holders deserve cheaper rates.
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George Mendell
Trave
Texas
Indebted to home town boosters as Denton honors civic givers
A reflective column praises selfless local citizens who back city projects. It argues independence fades when individual gains hinge on communal effort and home-town advancement. The piece lauds Denton for housing many such exemplars and stresses lasting civic value.
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Bry
Alot “Wadke
Tmes
Denton
Texan Admire Praises Dr King’s New Life Pills
San Antonio resident Hugh Tallman endorses Dr King’s New Life Pills saying they restore life and energy. He claims the pills help stomach, liver or kidney troubles and notes they cost 25 cents at J. F. Raley & Co.
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Hugh Tallman
San Antonio
Turner Bros Delivery Wagons Pass Your Corner
Our delivery wagons are on the road at all times and pass your corner. Your order will be appreciated. Try us for your groceries. Phones 7. Turner Bros.
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Turner Bros
Alumnae Hold 1913 College Meeting For Homecoming Plans
The College of Industrial Arts alumnae gathered for the annual business meeting. Grace Watkins was elected president with Nell Kittrell as vice president and Frankie Walker as second vice president. Other officers include Gertrude Strickland treasurer Verna Jackson recording secretary Gretna Cobbs corresponding secretary and Mamie Walker custodian of the memorial fund. The group discussed the Alumnae scholarship and memorial fund as preparations begin for a 1913 homecoming tied to the tenth commencement celebration.
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Alumnae Association of the
College of Industrial Arts
College Auditorum
Grace Watkins
Nell Kittrell
Frankie Walker
Gertrude Strickland
Verna Jackson
Gretna Cobbs
Dew berries for sale by H W Sanders at 25c a gallon
H W Sanders announces fresh dew berries for sale starting Tuesday morning. He will deliver within the city and expects 1506 to 2000 gallons total. customers should phone orders immediately as they are filled in the order received. New phone 279.
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H. W. Sanders
Wonderful Medicine Saves Joliet Woman From Typhoid Pneumonia
Mrs J E Cox of Joliet Illinois credits Dr King s New Discovery with saving her life after dreadful coughing spells from typhoid pneumonia. She had found no help from doctors or other medicines before using the remedy. The product is advertised as quick safe and reliable for lung troubles with a trial bottle free at J F Raley Co.
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J. E. Cox
Joliet
J. F. Raley & Co
Service for Students at First Methodist Church
A Sunday night service at First Methodist Church addressed student attendees from four schools. Rev. O T Cooper preached on Entering the Unknown, urging daily steps into new fields of thought and effort, ending with Carlyle’s line about a path from depths to heights.
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First Methodist Church
O. T. Cooper
Carlyle
Jurts Laxative Syrup Advertises Broad Uses
To dispel colds and headaches indigestion stomach and bilious issues due to constipation Jurts Laxative Syrup is promoted as an admirable remedy. Purely vegetable in composition it is manufactured with care and used by many with satisfaction. Large bottles 50c.
New First National Bank Reflects Denton Rise and Rich Interiors
The article details the completion of a new First National Bank building in Denton, cost over 12500, with marble facades, plate glass fronts, and a grand interior. It describes a women’s desk, president’s and cashier’s offices, a private telephone booth, a secure vault system, and mahogany fixtures. It notes the bank’s 1882 founding and early Denton growth by leaders including H. M. Spalding and W. J. Wheeler.
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Westbrook
Fort Worth
First National
Natonal
Denton
H. M. Spalding
C. R. Buddy
Dallas City National
W. J Wheeler
M. W. Deavenport
First National Bank
Denton County
Denton Beng
Local grocer sale and new owner at West Oak Street
Denton and Denton county readers learn the West Oak Street grocery store has sold to J. B. Woodrum who takes charge. The firm McGehee & Son settles all accounts. Woodrum invites patrons to continue support and promises best prices for country produce and high quality goods.
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Denton
Denton County
West Oak St
J. B. Woodrum
Woodrum
McGeehee & 30
McGehee & Son
West Oak Street
Sale of Estate Property 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 for cash the real property of Mrs Addie Fay deceased. The sale includes lots on East Congress Avenue and parcels carved from BL B RE C ROR Co, in the city of Denton Denton County Texas.
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Addie Fay
B. F. Paschall
Denton County
Texas
Court House
Denton
Denv Or
Texsa
Denton County Board of Equalization Meets June 11–12 1912
The Commissioners' Court of Denton County Texas acting as Board of Equalization will meet in the court room on June 11 and 12 1912. Persons whose property assessments were raised by the board may appear to show cause why the assessments should not be final. May 24 1912. Oscar T Button Clerk and ex officio clerk. By T M Rucker Deputy.
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Denton County
Texas
Board of Equalization
Commissioners’ Court
Court House
Oscar T. Button
T. M. Rucker
Forty four over either phone connect with grocery firm
A brief note states that dialing forty four will connect callers to a firm that will satisfy grocery wants, identifying LONG & KING.
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Long & King
City Bonds Not Approved For School Repairs
The $9 600 school construction bonds voted in March remain pending approval by the Attorney General. Records sent to Austin were returned last week with four objections. Mayor Bates and City Attorney Key plan to address them and resubmit.
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Austin
Bates
Key
North Side
Turner Bros Grocery Service Quality Promise
Turner Bros pledges reliable grocery service and high quality goods. The note highlights customer delight from using Phone 7 as a call to action.
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Turner Bros
Cumberland Presbyterian Revival in Progress at Oak Street
The Cumberland Presbyterians hold a town revival this week at Oak Street Methodist church with daily services at 3 PM and 8 36 PM. Rev R L Rogers of Pilot Point and Rev R E Bowmer of Ferris lead the services inviting all Christian people and Cumberland Presbyterians to attend. Phone or bring grocery orders to Turner Bros. Fresh catfish today Ideal Restaurant. Wanted by two lady teachers two furnished rooms for light housekeeping at 3311 Templeton Avenue Greenville Texas 248p.
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Cumberland Presbyterians
Oak Street
Cumberand Presbyteriane
R. L. Rogers
Pilot Point
R. E. Bowmer
Ferris
Chare
Templeton Avenue
Greenville
Texas
Window display at Curtis jewelry store
See the window at Curtis to view an up to date display of jewelry goods suitable for gifts and other purposes.
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Curtis
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Tenas
T. Johnson
BH. Schweer
FE. Schweer
F. Woodward
Ier
Jack Christal
Assstant Cashier
A. D. Turner
John A Jiann
L. Bailey
H. F. Schweer
Schweer
E. Wvlson
Oc Cigars
Benett's Confectionery
N. Side Square
Kane
O.M Curtis
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P.J. Beyett’s Confectionery
Wilson’s Freckle
Wilson’s
Fair Skin
Q. M. Artis
Wise S
Charleston
D. C
County Board OF Equalization
Attorney General
Cumberland Presbyterian Revival
Ideal Restaurant
M. Curtis
Bevett's Confectionery
N. Side
Peoples Home Telephone
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Palmer's
Moisant
Chamber of Commerce
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