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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1909
Page
2
Notices announce daily publication with subscription prices listed in weekly and yearly formats. It notes second class mail status and Denton Texas post office registration, plus a public notice offering corrections to any reflections about firms or individuals.
In Denton on November 12, 1909 readers are reminded of the Poultry show and ages day on December 1 2 and 5. The column references Judge Oaks and a sharp criticism of Brother Glavis and Brother Ballinger over Cunningham Coal claims in Alaska. It also mentions hookworm as a social metaphor and praises a remedy spelled booster.
The Denton Chamber of Commerce is lauded as the most beneficial local group due to strong support. A Denton man who was drawn to the community by the Chamber’s advertising bought two farms and joined voluntarily to show appreciation. The piece urges more citizens to join and support the organization.
A remedy for feverishness and aching from colds overheating or malaria like symptoms. Hicks' Capucline reduces fever and eases body aches. Sold as liquid in 10 25 and 50 cent sizes at drug stores.
Winter is coming. Phone me and I will care for your overcoat or winter suit. W. R. Scott, Phone No. 140.
The Parisian Sage hair tonic claims rapid results curing dandruff and stopping itching scalp in two weeks. A testimonial from Mrs. Sarah Sinderhoff credits it with cleaning the scalp and leaving hair fluffy and silky. Sold by druggists and in Denton by O. M. Curtis for 50 cents a large bottle. mail orders prepaid from Gou Roux Mfg Co Buffalo NY.
W R Scott announces a French dry cleaning method that protects delicate fabrics from shrinking or fading, expanding services for wardrobe items requiring careful care.
Rental ad for a residence on Oak Street listed by D. L. Long seen by W. S. Long. No contact details or rental terms provided.
Local automobile enthusiasts seek to organize a fifty mile Thanksgiving Day endurance run to Sanger Slidell and back to Denton. A purse near 100 is planned for top scoring cars with details to be finalized as plans firm up.
Wm Upchurch of Glen Oak Oklahoma exiled from home by a lingering cough. After six months in the mountains he returned dying until he used Dr King’s New Discovery. Six bottles restored his health and the remedy is praised for coughs colds hoarseness and throat problems. Trial bottle free guaranteed by J F Raley & Co.
Frank Craft has begun the brick addition to the Mentzen building on the northwest square corner. The new bakery and a butcher shop are planned to open about December 1, as announced by Charles Mentzen.
A promotional notice touts Hyomei as a simple one step remedy for catarrh with a money back guarantee. Readers are urged to purchase a complete Hyomei outfit from O M Curtis for one dollar and request a free Booth's Famous People book by postal request. The ad cites druggists nationwide selling Hyomei for coughs colds bronchitis and related conditions. Oct 22 Nv3 12.
The Wilson-Williams Co advertises a $5 gold prize for the best embroidery work using Royal Society Floss. Entries must be started after November 10. The contest highlights the floss brand and timely submission.
Mrs Jai Duncan of Haynesville Maine says Electric Bitters cured her long standing indigestion loss of appetite and kidney trouble after doctors gave up. At 70 she reports restored health and strength and praises the remedy. 50 cents at J F Raley & Co.
Post oak and blackjack wool delivered for 3 dollars per cord. RJ Wilson involved per note.
The ad promotes Simmon's Cough Syrup as the quickest and best remedy for winter colds and distressing coughs. It claims to soothe the lungs and bronchial passages and to stop the cough at once, giving rest and peaceful sleep.
A Texas-wide surge of bank safes being blown by yeggs is detailed with the Lewisville and Ben Arnold heists highlighted. Police suspect an organized gang traveling town to town, with several arrests and recoveries noted as detectives prepare a broader crackdown.
Denton braces for possible fire insurance rate shifts as the new state fire rating board, created by the Thirty first Legislature, considers uniform rates. Local agents report many risks billed too low, notably boarding houses misclassified as residences, risking higher premiums once state rates apply.
Dissatisfaction grows over the town’s stagnation and unprogressiveness. The article urges self-help, perseverance, and united boosting of Denton to create wealth, increase property value, and promote prosperity through steady, long term effort.
Rev S C Lockett reports John Bacon of Denton named as a Cumberland Presbyterian church trustee of Trinity University Waxahachie joining F H Prendergast N R Sloan W W Beal F M Proctor H C Hughes C N Allen T H Mayfield and James Shirley Other Texas Synod reports indicate about 2000 accessions to the church in Texas during the past year with an estimated 3000 conversions based on available figures
A letter from T. L. Peeler industrial agent of the M E W T Railway reports Denton county’s exhibit at the Shreveport fair drew much admiration and should serve as an effective advertisement. He plans to travel east and north soon with the exhibit to attract prospectors and homeseekers along the Katy road corridor.
Advertises Dr. King’s New Life Pills as the world's best remedy for sick and nervous headaches. Claims they improve blood purity, strengthen nerves, and build health. Price 25 cents at J. F. Raley & Co.
L L Puckett expands his auto lineup with a new four cylinder American Roadster built for speed and a low racer like profile. He purchased the roadster in Waco joining his existing six cylinder touring car a motorcycle and a delivery car in his automobile entourage.
Skeptics invited to visit as numerous inquiries pour in about the Denton County Poultry show to be held December 1 2 and 3. The poultry industry in Denton county for 1909 is expected to generate nearly a quarter of a million dollars in revenue.
Reverend Joseph H. Fesperman of Salisbury North Carolina, author of several books, recounts years of kidney trouble. He details a severe winter episode with intense kidney pain, bed rest, and abnormal urine. After taking Foley's Kidney Remedy, pain subsided and urine normalized. he recommends the remedy strongly.
An advertising claim states there is no recorded case of a cough or cold leading to pneumonia after using Foley's Honey and Tar. It urges refusing imitators and insisting on the genuine product in a yellow package from Garrison Kimmins.
Notice states starting Thursday November 11 all local grocery stores around the square will close at 7 p m each evening.
Headache flicks claim Capudine relieves colds heat stomach or nervous troubles with immediate liquid action. Pleasant to take and recommended for relief. Available in 1c 25c and 50c sizes at drug stores.
Chancellor J Q Robbins ruled that the Cumberland Presbyterian church property in Mississippi belongs to the Unionist faction. The loyalists contend the property remains with the church as now constituted after the four year old general assembly vote to amalgamate with the Presbyterian Church U S A. The decision will be appealed to the Supreme Court.
W H Pierce sells his 86 acre farm two and a half miles southeast of the city to J T Simmons of Bartonville for 3500, with other Sim mons property involved. The farm had been Pierce's homestead before moving to town.
A fragment notes Wilson Hala Ware Company offering sanitary plumbing services at exceptionally low prices. The readable text mentions Treasonable rates and invites inquiries. No clear date, location, or contact is provided.
Rexall Store offers Rexall 93 Hair Tonic claiming it stops dandruff stimulates hair growth and prevents baldness with a ninety three percent satisfaction rate based on tests. The product is non greasy odorless and sold in 50 cent and one dollar sizes backed by a money back guarantee at The Rexall Store run by O M Curtis.
One hundred dollar reward offer for incurable catarrh. F J Cheney Co Toledo endorsed by Walding Kinnan Marvin wholesale druggists. Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally. price per bottle. testimonials free. Hall's Family Pills for constipation advertised.
It will pay you to go prices on plumbing supplies and plumbing work from Wilson Hardware Company. The notice advertises discounts on pipes fittings and fixtures and promotes availability of repair services.
A brief note orders insistence on Jose Vila with instruction to accept no other. The message uses terse directive language and names a single individual for preference. No additional context or details are provided.
Warns that kidney disease progresses quietly and harms health. Promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a proven Denton remedy used by J H Tennis of 76 E McKinney St. Denton Texas who reports back pain relief and renewed ability to work after taking the product at 50 cents per box. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY is listed as sole US agents.
An advertising note urges readers with coughs colds or chest soreness to use Simmon's Cough Syrup claiming it acts as a balm for sore lungs and will cure at once. The message emphasizes relying on the syrup rather than nature.
Classified notice indicates residence at Oak Street linked to D L Long with 77 cent fee and cross reference to W 8S Long.
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