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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1913
Page
4
Property owners failing to pay their pro rata share caused the halt in macadam work on West Hickory street. About $790 in payments remained unpaid. A contributing factor is the need to lower the water main which, due to grading, sits barely under the ground.
An advertisement from Frontier Asthma Company invites readers in Buffalo to a free home trial of Curemall asthma treatment. The notice promises full information at no charge and lists room and contact details for interested individuals.
The Bible and Mission School of the First Methodist church begins its third annual session at the Methodist dormitory on Tuesday June 3 and runs ten days. Courses cover Bible study missions sociology and domestic science with teachers Mabel Howell Mary DeBardeleben Rev O T Cooper M L Williams and Martha T Bell. Lecturers include Chas Collyer Lelia Roberts and others from Korea Mexico and Chihuahua.
An ad fragment promotes tuna fish in tins sold by Paschall's and Long & King under a friendly pitch. It suggests calling to discuss groceries and offers home delivery or samples of the product.
Miss Mary Francis daughter of Mr and Mrs vy Francis of Denton won the three top prizes for high class standing at St Marys in Vallas. She completed the fourth preparatory and earned a gold medal a 300 scholarship to St Marys for next year and an examination prize. She returned home from Dallas this week.
Notice from G. A. McMakin of Argyle Texas states his seventeen year old son Richard McMakin has left home without cause and he will not be responsible for anything he buys. He forbids anyone to buy or take the boy’s cattle.
The ad offers cash to purchase vendor lien notes with a prompt phone record and Chronicle office or box 48 in Denton Texas.
Advertisement extols a drug store offering full service and 35 years in prescription compounding. It emphasizes physician collaboration, undivided drug selection and preparation focus, and free delivery with a trial offer.
Oat harvest has begun in several areas with some wheat already cut though full harvest starts next week. Oats are said to be better than last year and wheat is about as good in yield with better quality. Denton families claim access to the freshest vegetables at local stores.
Three leases covering mineral rights oil and gas were filed Friday. Lessees Alf Buhger Bob Vaught and W R Loftin hold 140 acres from E T Clary survey 167 1 2 acres to T L and S A Nowlin and 25 acres of R Rogers survey. Work within twelve months and 8 percent royalty to lessors.
Justin visits the records and Chronicle office to review archival materials. He seeks historical documents and local records tied to prominent community events.
J. T. Sosaman publisher of News Cornelius North Carolina reports that Bucklen Arnica Salve has helped a serious skin ailment after other remedies failed. It is marketed as reducing inflammation and soothing burns, bruises and boils. Recommended by J. F. Raley & Co. 25c.
Commissioner Morgan visited Aubrey for the court meeting and said the local wheat harvest is in progress and better than last year. Commissioner Sweat reported Slidell precinct also has a very good outlook for harvest.
Turner Bros offers fruit jars in pint quart and half gallon sizes. Catalog highlights include durable glass and airtight seals for preserving jams and pickles.
Both state schools start eight week normal and six week industrial arts programs next Tuesday. Examinations will conclude each term with certificates awarded for various teaching levels. Faculty includes W Bizzell J Henry Phillips and A L Banks among others from Dallas Fort Worth and Wisconsin.
A local grocery shop Ong and King invites customers to enjoy June deliveries with satisfactory service and quality groceries at low prices. Phone contact provided as 44 for orders.
Mrs Ella F Little will lead a Primary Methods class for children at the College of Industrial Arts summer school. No charge, preferents for those entering public schools next September. Limited to fifteen, enroll by calling the College office. Class begins Wednesday June 4 at 10 40 a m.
Several former Denton teachers were elected to Dallas High school faculty Thursday night. Ruby Terrill named assistant in Latin at $1350 yearly. Susan Bates appointed assistant in domestic arts at $1100. Mary Lovell assistant in history at $1100. W. H. Wray elected assistant teacher of English at Oak Cliff High school for $1400.
Handy when unexpected company arrives. Makes a fine lunch. Each jar costs 10 cents. Phones 86. PAS CHALLS.
The text asserts Princess programs are above reproach and safe to attend, claiming no unclean elements will be encountered and preferring caution over risk.
Mrs W C Wright of Denton Texas receives a formal critique from Endress and Walsh architects dated May 3 1913 regarding floor repairs and added supports. They state the work has created a gate to practicable use of the building. The notice is addressed to a Denton audience in the Public section.
The Selig actors present Roses of Yesterday, a beautiful story told with the same charm as The Pathway of Years. Audiences will find it as engaging and well told as the earlier production.
New autos registered in the County Clerk's office include G. E. Light of Pilot Point No 415 W Crow Wright of Denton No 416 John Heath of Lewisville No 418 H A Tate of Pilot Point No 419 J D Bates of Denton No 420 W N Shofner of Justin No 421.
A Western drama from Essanay follows Sheriff John Lynch of Lone Pine Montana who sacrifices his happiness for the woman he loves with Arthur Mackley in the lead role during a tense frontier tale.
A Lubin comedy shown at the Princess features a roaring plot about bile collectors. The program promises a sweet memory a thrilling drama and a good laugh for tonight’s audience.
A compact ad or notice asserts a fixed price of ten cents as a value proposition. It emphasizes affordability and steady worth for buyers, urging support or continued patronage. The fragment suggests a promotional or retail context without additional details.
The city announced on Friday that only lead pipes may be used to connect to water mains to reduce street repairs. Frequent repairs and torn streets from iron pipes prompted the change after complaints.
John Schwartz a Fort Worth photographer rents the Fad Studio over the post office and plans to open with a first class outfit in a few days. He promises the very best work and special attention for children. Samples available. Schwartz has twenty years in Fort Worth. 250¢.
A. F. Evers sues unknown heirs of B. F. Lynch and Justine Chastaine to clear cloud on title. P. A. Norris, W. W. Mars, Edgar Kerr and P. Marshall sue Missouri Kansas Texas Railway Co. for damages in the same court.
An old ad from Turner Bross. customers can order fruit jars by phone and inquire about fresh vegetables received daily. Mentioned phones 7 for orders and 44 LONG, KING for contact.
Denton and Valley View friends of Basil Baker and Una Gregory receive invitations to their marriage. The ceremony for Una Gregory and Basil Karl Baker occurs Sunday evening June 10, 1913 at 8 o'clock at First Presbyterian Valley View. A reception will follow at J. T. Baker’s Denton home on West Sycamore Street.
Try a jar of MacLaren's Imperial cheese sold in porcelain jars at Paschall's. It is described as mighty good and priced at 10 cents per jar.
Local store Paschall's advertises fresh vegetables for sale with contact phone number 86.
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