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Newspaper

Record And Chronicle

Location

Denton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 01, 1913

Page

4

Phones 44 Hunger Menu Promises Quick Eats

A matter from a local column notes Phones 44 advertising diverse foods to satisfy hunger with a catchy slogan Please your hunger and LONG KING referenced in the snippet.

Long and King Grocery Ad Promises Satisfaction

A brief grocery advertisement for Long & King touts low prices and quality goods, emphasizing customer satisfaction in every purchase.

Long & King

Lane Compliments Denton Tax Rolls

Assessor Gary and Deputy Ellis returned from Austin with the completed Denton county tax rolls and received praise for their accuracy as not a single page balanced to the cent. They visited the Confederate Home and noted residents are pleased with their new commander and care. Taylor Thompson sent regards to Denton friends. An all day rain drenched the region, causing cotton to rot in some fields.

Gary Ellis Austin Lane Denton County Taylor Thompson Denton

Man Improves Local Road With Steel Harrow

J. D. Bates of the western town edge re-dragged a north south road in front of his home using a common steel harrow. He first used the steel teeth to break up clods and level ruts then dragged with the teeth collapsed. Bates says the improvement is noticeable and believes every Denton county farmer has a tool to improve black land roads.

J. D. Bates Denton County Texas Mr. Bates

Local News In Brief Sees Young Steers On Pasture And Aid Box

Taylor and Cowan received four ears of coming three year old steers from Coman che and placed them on pasture. Rogers Chapel Ladies Aid Society met with Mrs. C B Coleman Tuesday. Nearly all members attended with two visitors Mrs Will Trainer and Mrs Meadows. The group voted to send a box of clothes to Buckner Orphans Home.

Taylor & Cowan Comanche Ladies Aid Society of Rogers Chapel C. B. Coleman Will Trainer Meadows Buckner Orphans Home

Frontier Asthma Company Offered Free Trial Treatment

Free trial asthma treatment information available from Frontier Asthma Company room 102 Buffalo New York AGvt. No charge for information or trial offered.

Frontier Asthma Company

Minnis Drug Store Offers Wide Range of Toilet Articles

The Minnis Drug Store on the east side advertises a full stock of toilet articles with free delivery.

Minnis’ Drug Store East Side

Bids Sought for Denton 6-Room Wooden School Building

The Texas State Normals Board of Regents invites bids by 6 p m Thursday October 9 for a wooden six room building at Denton. Bids to W H Bruce president North Texas State Normal with a 2000 certified check to F M Bralley as surety. Plans available from Bruce in Denton or architect Geo A Endress in Austin. Right to reject any or all bids reserved.

Board of Regents Texas State Normals Denton W. H. Bruce North Texas State Normal F. M. Bralley Board of Regents Geo. A. Endress Austin Texas

Fans Eye Championship Series Between Athletics and Giants

With the world championship series set to start next Tuesday in New York, local fans show interest in the Athletics of the American League and the Giants of the National League. The dope-sheet reviews past series results from 1903 to 1912, noting seven American titles to four National, while predicting hopes for either New York to tie or Philadelphia to win the 194? contest. The Record and Chronicle will relay bulletins from the games by innings and post them on a bulletin board and in a late special edition.

New York Philadelphia Athletics New York Giants Denton Giants Boston Pittsburo Pittsbure Philadelphia Chicago Detroit Pittsboro Athletics Nationals Record Chronicle

To Cure a Cold in One Day Take LAXATIVE BROMO

An old medicine ad touts LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE for quick cold relief claiming to stop cough and headache and cure the cold. It promises a refund if it fails with E. W. GROVE’S signature on each box and a price of 25 cents.

E. W. Grove

The Judgment Theme Prompts Hendricks Carter Revival

Tonight's discourse centers on The Judgment with Carter performing The Dream of Judgment solo. A strong turnout filled last night as Evangelist Hendricks preached and four conversions followed. Forenoon services were at the westside pool hall, and this afternoon a school children service drew good attendance under the tent.

Carter Solo Evangelist Hendricks

Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy Ad

An old time recipe for darkening gray hair touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy. The product claims natural even color removing gray by morning, also reduces dandruff and scalp itching, with a glossy abundant look.

Wyeth

Arizona Bill in Western Tale of Tong Wars

A dramatic Western feature presents Ari zona Bill cleaning a thief nest of a Chinese Tong. The film centers on a cow puncher in a life and death struggle with organized crime. Critics call it an exclusive pattern roaring farce comedy sparked by many mistakes.

Arizona Bill

City Promotes Local Spending to Build Community

Statement urges residents to buy and spend locally to strengthen welfare and keep dollars circulating within the city. It argues citizens have a duty to invest in their own community rather than outsourcing purchases.

Tome

Fountain pens now in stock at local drug store

On the east side of the square a drug store offers Waterman Ideal Pens priced from 2.50 to 8.00, Franklin Self Filling pens from 1.50 and Remex fountain pens at 1.00. All pens come with a satisfaction guarantee or your money back.

Square Waterman’s Ideal Franklin

August Court Term Nears Closure in Sixteenth District

The Sixteenth District court nearing end of August term with three venire murder cases on Oct 6 and Oct 9 for 60, 100, and 75 men, plus Sam Hilliard case set for first day of the eighth week. Judge Peek also acted on a bond forfeiture in McDaniels. Divorce record in Williams v Williams reviewed for possible order set aside.

Tennie Wimberly Tom Sisson James Crutchfield Sam Hilliard Peek McfDaniels Texarkana R. B. Williams Willie Williams Spencer

California Syrup of Figs touted as child laxative

An old advertisement urges mothers to switch from castor oil calomel and pills to California Syrup of Figs for children and adults. It claims gentle, positive cleansing of liver and bowels, noting many families keep it on hand and warning against counterfeit products.

California California Fig Syrup Company Adv

American and Wells-Fargo Consolidate Denton Offices

Local express firms American and Wells-Fargo merge operations in Denton forming Fargo-American Express Company. J. B. Gordon transfers from American agency to head the new consolidated office. The move, effective Tuesday evening, adds two wagons to the fleet.

American and Wells-Fargo Denton American J. B. Gordon Americans Fargo-American Express Company

Late personal news from Pilot Point and surrounding towns

Local society notes report numerous residents traveling visiting and returning. Individuals include s Saunders Gidcomb Forester Martin Ellichman Wilcoxon Kennedy Overall Carlisle Burge Foster Woods Douglass Taylor Nan Pace Ashley Ridgeway Bradshaw Peek McCormick and others visiting relatives seeking care or teaching posts with several away in Dallas Ennis Austin and Corinth.

S, W. Saunders Pilot Point J. T. Gidcomb Dallas Denton P. T. Taylor Taylor Nan Pace Mangum Oklo W. C., Wright J. W. Ashley Little Boy Paris W. W. MckKinney Rex Ridgeway Otto Ridgeway Peoria Ihl Lewis Bradshaw Gatesville John Johnson W. M. Peek Sherman Peek Spencer Mrs. McCormick Hebron

Dean's Kidney Pills Bring Back Pain Relief in Denton

Denton residents report fast relief from backache with Dean's Kidney Pills bought at J F Raley Co Drug Store. F F Rains of Hickory St credits immediate relief after years of spells, confirming his prior public endorsement. Sold by all dealers for 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY is US agent.

Denton Dean F. F. Rains Hickory St Texas J. F. Raley & Co Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo New York United States

Card of Thanks from J. A. Freeman

A short notice thanks from J A Freeman expresses gratitude for help during the year after noting sprinklers on West Oak street are discontinued for the year. The notice ends with best wishes and a closing. A nearby grocer promotion from Long and King invites neighbors to try their groceries and service.

West Oak Street J. A. Freeman

New Mission Board Formed by Denton County Baptist Association

At Atb rey during the session the Denton County Baptist Association called the new mission board to order led by J. N. Rayzor. Hey M. FE Hudson was elected chairman and A. R. Anderson secretary. Rev. R. A. Fitzgerald was reappointed to county mission work for another year. The executive board and workers meet Oct 6 in Denton. Ladies Aid and Missionary societies are urged to send representatives to the meeting to discuss employing a colporter.

Denton County Baptist Association Atbrey J. N. Rayzor Hey. M. FE. Hudson A. R. Anderson R. A. Fitzgerald Brother Fitzgerald Denton Ladies Aid and Missionary Societies

The Photographer in Your Town John Swartz Ad

An advertisement by John Swartz from Over Postoffice promotes a local photographer. It urges documenting a baby’s growth with regular portraits to preserve each stage as years pass.

John Swartz Postoffice

Lange and King Grocers Advertise Groceries

Lange and King grocers invite you to try their groceries and see for yourself the value and selection offered by the store.

Lange & King Grocers

I A Teacher Declines Texas University Offer

Through a friend it was learned Wednesday that Miss Lina Perlitz, a languages teacher at the College of Industrial Arts, declined a flattering offer from the Texas State University. She was offered a German teaching post in the University’s Department of Languages but chose to remain at the I A.

Lina Perlitz College of Industrial Arts Texas State University

Dr Hobson's Eezema Ointment Ad

An advertisement for Dr Hobson's Eezema Ointment claims quick, complete healing of eezema rashes ringworm and other eruptions. It presents the product as a doctor’s prescription not an experiment and notes availability by druggists or mail order from Pfeiffer Chemical Co Philadelphia and St Louis.

Dr. Hobson Philadelphia St. Louis

Regular October Term of County Court Convenes Oct 20

The regular October term of County Court opens October 20 with few new cases since July and dockets expected to be light though ten days remain to file suits. Phones 44. Best groceries.

Dr King's New Discovery Cited By Mason Family

S A Stid of Mason Michigan praises Dr King's New Discovery as best cough and cold medicine. He says two small bottles cured him of pneumonia and many families benefit from its use. Price 50 cents and 1.00. Available at all druggists H E Bucklen Co Philadelphia or St Louis.

Dr. King S. A. Stid Mason, Mich

Studio Ad Promises Quality Photos at Low Prices

An advertisement offers budget photography across all styles with a money back guarantee and sample previews. It cites photographer John Swartz and notes a studio location described as over a certain premise.

John Swartz Postoffice

Minnis' Drug Store Offers Stationery and Groceries

Advertisement notes Minnis' Drug Store at the east side square inviting customers to inquire prices for stationery and groceries. It promotes quality service courteous treatment and best prices from LONG & KING with phone number 44 for orders.

Minnis’ Drug Store East Side Square Long & King

Fountain Pens at Curtis Prices Start at $1.50

Curtis department store advertises a large stock of Waterman Ideals and Conklin Self Fillers. It claims Waterman and Conklin pens are the best on the market due to uniform quality and invites inspection. Prices begin at $1.50.

Curtis Waterman Conklin

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Wilson-Hann Company North Texas Gas Co Water and Light Office Bob West Newsilks Julian Scruggs P. Lipscomb Curtis’ Drug Store Lowe QO. C. Lowe Prosper Mac Smith West Collin First Presbyterian Church South Elm Street J. ¥. McParlane D. D Jessie Whittaker GEO. M. Hopkins Meore C Smith Side Sq O. M. Curtis Or J. A. Minnis Hennen John R. Eadwards W. O. Jackson Ligud Charlie Kennedy East Pilot Point E. D. Curtis W. ©. Edwards W. R. Orr Bradley Evers Ellis Home Denton Water, Light & Power Company W. J. Grady Barbara Worth the Princess J. M. Vivion Mgr J. A. Miannis Steam Laundry Co Dean’s NEW Mission Board OF County Baptist Association Texas U Collins Feed &Fuel Dangler Gas Fox Bros. @ Co People's Home Telephone Comf O. M. Curtis Kodaks and Fountain Pens Suitings Inc C. R. Hamilttaise Agent Sherman Steam Lau East Side Phe Mr. Dooley S. M. Dooley
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