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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1913
Page
1
An important mass meeting of all citizens interested in an interurban was called for tonight at 7 30 to explain the details of the project before Denton. The matter has pending days with key developments kept private at the request of promoting interests.
W P Crawford longtime Denton business figure and head of the Graham Crawford Company store in Bonham died at his Bonham home at 4 a m on Wednesday at age 53 He previously worked with the Graham store in Denton for about twenty years later managed Graham Crawford in Aubrey before moving to Bonham Paralysis a stroke suffered last week caused his death.
The Northwest Texas conference of the M. E. Church South met in Vernon this morning to begin its session. Governor of the region and local church leaders welcomed delegates as the meeting commenced.
McKinney reports the death of Brawley H. Oates a longtime resident aged 74 who passed away yesterday.
Treasurer J. W. Nelson reports balances across funds with total 5 053.80 and notes October collections by Collector H. V. Hennen totaling 3 252.63. Commissioners invest 1 500 of the Permanent School Fund in Prairie Mound district No. 40 bonds for a new school building. fund on hand 31 000 with additional retirements and bond adjustments across several districts.
Ponder, Nov. 12, C. N. Skages of this place shipped 4,560 pounds of live turkeys to a Gainesville commission house and 1,623 pounds to a Fort Worth commission house, a total of 6,183 pounds. Both loads were photographed during loading.
In Our New Home we announce occupation of a new bank building and invite customers and friends to inspect the conveniences arranged for the banking public. The message pledges honesty and service for Denton County citizens and extends a special invitation to ladies.
A. J. Nance serves as President with J B R Christal as Vice President and J C Coit as Cashier. E D Curtis is Assistant Cashier along with listed directors J R Christal A F Bates Dr J M Inge Alvin C Owseey John H Paine and others.
After three days of wind and snow, Cleveland weather conditions improve and communication is restored. The storm scene saw significant property losses and at least one death yesterday as responders assess the damage.
Reports from Lake Huron indicate seven bodies from the schooner Charles Price washed ashore and the James Carruthers freighter is presumed lost. In Cleveland, 24 inches of snow killed five, left ten missing, and caused $2 million in damage as residents shovel through drifts and health officials warn boiling water to prevent typhoid.
Port Huron nov 12 many mariners today debated whether the unidentified freighter that capsized in the gale is the Regina or a different vessel. Some believe the Regina is sunk with heavy loss while others argue it collided with Regina, whose wrecking was confirmed yesterday as ten bodies washed ashore.
In Menominee Michigan on November 12 a barge from Plymouth connected with a vessel in Lake Michigan. The incident involved seven crew members and prompted local authority inspections and safety checks.
A local launderer guarantees timely delivery and superior workmanship. They invite customers to send items next week as a trial and claim they will exceed prior laundering service.
A batch of 19 naturalization petitions was forwarded to the capital by District Clerk Purbin. The record marks the largest to date, with only two prior batches. Pitfalls include process delays and the ceremonial nature of the transfer.
District Clerk Durbin forwarded the largest batch of naturalization papers from Denton county to Washington, including nineteen second papers and two final certificates. The group includes J Kunze and J Trietsch as new citizens and George Trietsch’s declaration of intent, with numerous German-born residents listed by name, birthplace, and arrival dates.
Corpus Christi November 12 The Texas Federation of Women's Clubs opened its session with nearly 200 delegates in attendance yesterday highlighting regional club activities and upcoming programs.
A barge named Plymouth carrying seven men ran aground or foundered while sand hauling near Gull Island in Lake Michigan on Sunday, according to today’s reports.
The three day gale and snowstorm on Lakes Superior Huron and Erie left about sixty dead and caused massive property loss. A 300 foot vessel capsized mid lake with its crew, and many craft were wrecked or grounded. Survivors arrived with tales of hardship and heroic rescues.
A bank assures customers that even with varying account sizes they will receive the most careful attention. The statement emphasizes dedicated service and individualized handling for every client.
A Peru earthquake devastated Aymares province last Friday, burying towns and killing hundreds. By Wednesday the coast received news of the disaster as authorities reported at least 120 bodies found and many people feared buried in ruins.
No official announcement issued on Hale's conference with Venustiano Carranza as Washington seeks clarity on the rebel leader's real character. U.S. officials reportedly gathering information to inform policy.
The Japanese government dispatches the cruiser Izumo to Mexican waters to protect Japanese subjects. In Nogales talks between Willard Hale and General Carranza are seen as the U S government showing interest in the Constitutionalist movement with Hale as an informal envoy. Hale plans to report on Carranza’s character and electoral prospects.
Five federal officers and nine soldiers were massacred by rebels at Musiquiz in Coahuila state on Saturday. The forces fought for a full day, exhausting ammunition and refusing to surrender.
An earthquake in Aymares province destroys ten towns and kills hundreds. A courier reports 120 bodies recovered with many more believed buried. Survivors face hunger and exposure as the government dispatches relief supplies and funds.
William Bayard Hale, described as a personal representative of President Wilson, met Gen. Venustiano Carranza in Nogales Sonora. The Friday night conference preceded expected formal discussions to start tomorrow between American envoy Hale and Constitutionalist leaders.
President Wilson and his cabinet support the move to force Provisional President Huerta from power as essential to pacify Mexico. After over two hours of discussion they agreed the United States must not retreat from its stated aim of restoring a constitutional government in Mexico.
J P Honea of the City Sanitary department died from stab wounds suffered yesterday when W D Pitts who is blind reportedly fought Honea after claiming Honea struck him with a lantern. Pitts is in custody as the suspect in the fatal incident.
The dread nought Texas, America s greatest sea fighter, is 96 per cent completed and will be commissioned around Christmas, per a Navy department statement.
Senate Democrats in conference discussed the Administration currency bill to resolve House and Senate Banking Committee differences. The House favored twelve regional banks, the Senate committee four, and a compromise was set at six banks. The four administration members of the Senate Banking committee declined to meet pending caucus action, and the committee adjourned until Thursday.
The Commercial Secretaries in Fort Worth yesterday renamed themselves the Business Men's association. They adopted resolutions urging that railroad suits be filed only at the Railroad Commission and calling for farm life improvements, while denying any aim to criticize state officials.
Five bandits escaped with ten thousand dollars from the Union Bank of New Hazleton in British Columbia last night. Six suspects were arrested today.
Relatives circulate a petition calling for Bell Seagraves pardon who is serving a two year sentence for a burglary in Roanoke. Others convicted of the same offense reportedly received one year and have since been released. The petition will be presented to the Governor this month seeking early release.
The Italian bark Elvo hit a rock off Lisbon and sank with eleven sailors missing and presumed dead. Coast guard units recovered survivors and ongoing search operations were conducted for the remaining crew.
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