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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1913
Page
2
The notice outlines subscription rates for various terms and delivery methods and includes a general weekly public notice promising corrections of erroneous reflections upon individuals or corporations upon request. It preserves formal publisher language and references mail delivery and advance payment terms.
The Record and Chronicle urges regular daily delivery in Denton Texas on November 29 1913. If a subscriber misses a copy they should notify the office before 9 am the next day to have a paper resent.
The region shows push for expanding the Fort Worth Denton interurban with Denton and nearby cities rallying for extensions. Denton sees rent housing demand outstripping supply after rapid growth, while merchants wait for winter sales to pick up as Alabama drought chatter contrasts with steady local rain.
An advertisement touts Kickapoo Worm Killer as a reliable medicine for children and adults to remove worms. The candy form is claimed to aid digestion, tone the system, and improve liver action, with safety for delicate children and optional mail order from Kickapoo Indian Medicine Co. in Philadelphia and St. Louis.
In a bid to help shoppers save money, Turner Bros. asserts it can lower prices on canned goods and invites customers to see proof of savings. The firm positions itself as a value option for budget shoppers.
See our selection of plain and stuffed olives preserved skinless figs candied cherries relishes sauces preserves jellies jams and mincemeats from Long and King.
An advertisement extols Cardui claiming it cured female suffering after a near death smothering episode involving Helen Dalton. The maker asserts the product has aided countless women over 50 years and urges other women to try it for “all womanly trouble” and general health.
Mrs. J. N. McFarlane and Miss Eve lyn McFarlane hosted a Friday afternoon dinner at 5 30 for Lee Lacy Justina Smith and Wyckoff of the College of Industrial Arts. Dr. McFarlane and Misses Jessie Louise and Dorothy McFarlane attended as well for a very delightful dinner and evening.
Mrs J K Holland hosted Rev and Mrs C T Cooper and daughter Ann Katherine, Mr and Mrs WB Francis and daughter Helen, Mrs J A Neely, Mrs Will Smith of Chil dress, Miss Bettie Inge, and Miss Pinkerton. The hostess, a former music instructor, agreed to play several piano selections, noting her instrument is among the oldest and finest in Denton.
Miss Vernelle Allison hosted a Thanksgiving dinner at 1 o clock to honor Misses Anna Lee Harris and Mary Louise Foster of Fort Worth. The table featured Thanksgiving decorations and turkey-themed place-cards, with a four course meal for invited guests including Lillian Burroughs Laura Caldwell Rita Beyette Olive Owens Addie Melson Marie Bailey Gladys Strickland Mary Jane Reetor Beatrice Swafford Lois Bailey.
A surprise birthday party was held Friday afternoon for Miss William Orville Davidson Jr by Miss Jessie Davidson. A soap bubble contest saw little Miss Lola Lynch win, Fern Turner second, with prizes of candy. Children enjoyed a postal themed activity with puzzle envelopes and candy favors. Refreshments served to a list of attendees including Lola Lynch Fern Turner and Willie Davidson.
Mrs W Wright and Mrs J P Magee hosted a refined afternoon at Boscobel to introduce cousin Mrs Joseph Pender, newly joined NTSN faculty husband. Guests enjoyed Vietrola music, floral decor, and refreshment service by brides Mrs Charles Alexander and Mrs James Erwin. Attendees wore pastel blue satin, lavender charmeuse, and reseda green crepe de chine with lace and pearls.
One hundred dollars reward offered for incurable case of catarrh. F J Cheney & Co of Toledo promote Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally, claiming it affects blood and mucous surfaces. Endorsements from National Bank of Commerce in Toledo attest Cheney's honor and solvency. Testimonials free. price 75 cents per bottle. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
An old ad promotes Ballard’s Horehound Syrup as a remedy for coughing and lung irritation. It claims to ease breathing and lists prices of 25c 50c and 1.00 per bottle sold by R. H. Garrison.
A promotional notice warns that a fire and unexpected visitation can ruin Thanksgiving and urges readers to apply for insurance. It claims to place policies with reliable companies and warns against taking risks without proper coverage.
Numerous short notes list visitors and travel among local residents. People such as Lee McReynolds F. P. Hodge and Helen Brady are mentioned with trips to Dallas Paris Itasca Richardson Lewisville and Oklahoma. Other items note hospital recovery and a county bond vote in Hill county.
Rob Roy will be here Monday and you will like Rob Roy. If you cannot come down, phone us about it. Long &
An advertisement touts Cascarets as the best laxative to thoroughly cleanse and regulate the stomach avoid sour foods and foul gases remove excess bile and waste from the bowels. It promises a gentle nightly effect with no griping and a 10 cent box price, claiming widespread use by men and women and child friendly appeal.
The narrator endures a chaotic Prussian attack as Uhlans invade the château driving Buckhurst away. I am knocked, carried to the terrace, and wounded while Delmont and others try to protect the women. A Turco nurse tends me as the wagon departs, with more memories surfacing aboard.
The narrator endures an intense, almost fainting episode as a carriage halts before daybreak. A compassionate woman offers water, soothes the speaker with a river-water splash, and tends to the face and hair before the carriage continues.
Indianapolis Mayor Shank resigns rather than face impeachment. The move follows mounting criticism of his handling of the recent strike. Other items note a prohibition daily charter in Austin, a drowning in ADA, a usury prison term in New York, a double murder in Muskogee, and Edith Clark at the State Teachers' association program in Dallas.
An old advertisement promotes Texas Wonder by Dr. E W Hall of St. Louis as a universal remedy curing kidney and bladder issues, diabetes, rheumatism, and more. One bottle lasts two months, with mail ordering available if not found locally.
A springing, branded Durham cow labeled with a D behind the left shoulder is missing. A reward is offered for information leading to its recovery on behalf of Dr. W. H. Cowan.
A heavy rainstorm drenched the area Friday night and continued intermittently through the night with more than an inch of rainfall likely. The last scarlet fever case in Denton laundryman Roxburgh’s family was discharged and fumigated Saturday morning by Dr. Piner. The Princess theater installed a new Werlitzer orchestrion style B and manager Vivian considers printing weekly programs on Mondays.
The lyceum account notes Friday night choir practice at the First Methodist Church was postponed to Saturday night and the director urged full attendance from choir members.
Drs McBride and Inge are arranging a tentative program for Saturday supper at Beyett's, with the banquet set to begin around 6 o clock during Monday's session.
The six members of the Literary Society will debate at the BR E Lee auditorium Saturday night. Friday announcement urged full attendance and invited the public. An engaging program with numbers beyond the debate is promised.
Mrs. John Kirkpatrick recuperating at the Kirkpatrick home on McKinney road after a serious fall. Her hand is partially paralyzed but doctors hope symptoms will fade and no serious injury remains.
A delivery team from A. Gibson turned its wagon in front of the store after a competing truck ordered it out. The lines pulled tight as the team returned from the car line, causing the wagon to overturn. No damage was reported.
W Hill of Des Moines Iowa, formerly a Denton County citizen, visits relatives in Fort Worth. He is president of the Traveling Men's Association and an official of a major West silo manufacturer. His firm has an exhibit at the Fort Worth Fat Stock Show and the Texas trip aims to advertise.
E E Fairman weds Miss Glennie Lee Powell in Denton. Brendon Johnson of Lewisville weds Gertrude Garatt of Denton. Otha Nation weds Miss May Wordlow of Aubrey. E W Owens weds Miss Emma Patterson of Lewisville.
An old newspaper ad promotes Grove's Tasteless chill Tonic as a universal tonic. It claims benefits for the liver malaria relief blood enrichment and overall health. The product is priced at 50 cents.
The Little Stars of First Presbyterian Church will hold a doll bazaar at Wilson-Hann Co on Saturday the 6th offering dressed dolls suitable for gifts at 96 cents each.
Rob Rey will work with Long and King for the entire next week, according to inquiries directed to the firm.
An official agreement settled the strike of 14,000 General Electric plant workers in Schenectady after the discharge that prompted the walkout was reversed. The Associated Press dispatch notes the settlement today, with rein stated employees to return to work.
Dr Hartman of Columbus Ohio warns climate changes drive illness more than germs and urges preparation. He promotes Peruna as preventive and for colds, laryngitis and bronchitis, claiming it keeps appetite, aids digestion and supports health through winter. He notes atmospheric shifts and high pressure zones bring millions under its influence.
Advertises 7 1 2 percent loans for black land farms with a prompt offer to visit the office over Wilson Hann Co on the south side.
A vintage style advertisement touts Mother's Bread with a simple promise you will like it and an invitation to order today. It offers wagon delivery every day.
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