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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1913
Page
4
Conditions worsened through the day as Train No 24 from Dallas arrived at 8 00 am instead of 7 30 causing a late reversal. The southbound Katy limited to Denton at 7 55 am ran over three hours late and the northbound Katy flyer due at 9 45 am was nearly two hours late.
An advertisement invites asthma trial treatment and full information at no charge from Frontier Asthma Company Room 102 Buffalo New York. The note mentions groceries and promotes quality service courteous treatment and right prices from LONG & KING.
The September summary reports 4.59 inches total precipitation with fourteen clear days, 14 cloudy or rainy days, and two partly cloudy days. Temperature ranged from 43 to 106 degrees, mean 73.7, average max 84, min 63.4. Highest wind 17.4 mph on Sept 23, lowest 2.3 mph on Sept 5.
Women troubled with dizziness backache headache weakness debility constipation or kidney troubles are advised to use Electric Bitters. Mrs Laura Gaines of Avoca Louisiana reports doctors gave up but after using the remedy she improved, urging others to try them. Available 50 cents and 1.00 at druggists or by mail from H E Bucklen & Co.
A local grocer promotes strong service and low prices urging neighbors to visit for groceries. The flyer highlights customer care and value, inviting shoppers to compare offerings.
Old and new items of value in toilet articles at Minnis' Drug Store on the east side. Free delivery offered.
The Board of Regents of the Texas State Normals invites bids up to 6 p m Thursday October 9 for a wooden six room building at Denton. Bid to W H Bruce president North Texas State Normal with a 200 certified check payable to F M Bralley. Plans available from Bruce or architect Geo A Endress. Right to reject any and all bids reserved.
Long and King advertise a diverse menu with hearty options and quick service to please all appetites. The message emphasizes meeting every hunger with a wide selection.
Local ad urges readers to visit Minnis' Drug Store on the east side square for a selection of stationery and pricing information, inviting customers to compare prices and feel pleased with their purchase.
The Pure Food Committee of the City Federation announced another inspection of local grocery stores meat markets and bakeries. It commends improved cleanliness with some fronts fully clean back rooms and yards scored against a detailed 100 point card designed by Dr. J Sabbott.
Do You Intend to Buy a Fountain Pen You will find at my Drug Store on east side of square a new stock of Waterman's Ideal Pens priced from 2.50 to 8.00 Franklin Self Filling pens from 1.50 and up Remex fountain pen at 1.00 All pens guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction or money refunded.
The September fiscal report shows Denton post office receipts up 463.14 from September 1912 and 715.65 from September 1911 with a 50 percent gain from 1911 to 1913. Assistant Postmaster S A Dowdell prepared the comparison for the Record and Chronicle, detailing stamps and second class totals and the overall rise.
A Denton citizen J R Dobbs testifies that kidney trouble with back pain and nocturnal awakening was cured after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He purchased them from J F Raley & Co. in Denton Texas and reports two boxes produced a complete cure. Doan's sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY sole U.S. agents.
Advert says Pape's Diapepsin ends indigestion in five minutes and regulares weak stomachs. It claims fast relief for gas upset and heartburn, with a 50 cent case suggested for home use and widespread sales. It touts science, safety, and ease of use.
The Hendricks-Carter revival under Central Presbyterian Church and the Denton Pastors' Association ends Sunday night after two weeks. Conversions reach 95 to date, with 63 from Wednesday’s children service. Attendance remained strong despite weather. final services planned at the church Sunday morning if weather delays none. The 3 PM session is for men only.
The Woman's Shakespeare Club met Monday afternoon with Mrs. F. A. Haussein presiding. Invitations were extended to meet October 7 for the club’s anniversary. Miss Minnie Pasehall was elected delegate to the Federation and Mrs. J. Christal as alternate. Miss Parker from the Normal college faculty joined the literary department. The program included an address by Miss Blanton and reports from the City Federation. An ice course was served afterward.
Friday’s rain reached nearly one inch by noon with a 4 inch total. Birth announced for a son to Frank Durham and wife southeast of Denton. First Methodist Church choir to rehearse at 7 30 tonight for rally day services. A. H. McCord seeks guardianship for Vera and Willie McCord in the county court. A Katy train incident spurs Aubrey citizens to request county aid. Scarlet fever reports in Mr T B Blair’s family and D H Wisdom’s son. Gaw brothers recovering from smallpox at the pesthouse. vaccination and quarantine ongoing. Road conditions worsen with Friday showers. no major floods in Denton County yet.
Local grocers Long and King invite customers to call 44 for fresh groceries and prompt service. Their message urges shoppers to try the store and see the quality for themselves.
Dr. C W Goteher was in Fort Worth yesterday. County Clerk Oscar T Button spends the weekend with relatives at Little Elm. Miss Mamie McCullough visits Aubrey to see friends for a few days. Mrs Flora M Allen of Manhattan Kansas visits Mrs T W Buell at the Experiment Farm. Miss Linnie Tanner leaves for Troup to teach in public schools. Mrs W R Yeek returns to Waco after visiting Mrs Vivian Starr. Gerald Douglas and sister Mrs L M Jackson and her son from Florence Alabama leave for McAlester Oklahoma after visiting Mrs P T Taylor. Rev Scott W Hickey from Decatur arrives en route to Little Elm for Sunday service and will remain until Monday. roads may prevent the appointment.
Gray hair fades with age but Sage Tea and Sulphur hair tonic promises to darken hair naturally, remove dandruff and itching, stop hair loss, and restore color after a few applications. Sold as a ready-made product or homemade tonic for 50 cents, it’s advertised as a bargain at 40 cents a month.
L. D. Smith announces a newly arranged fruit house offering wholesale and retail fruits with a trial order option. They promise constant stock, delivery for orders over two, and provide old and new phone numbers 470 and 464 from 30 32 West Oak Street.
An old reliable surgical dressing, DR PORTER S ANTISEPTIC HEALING OIL promises pain relief and simultaneous healing. Offered in 25c 50c and 1.00 price points.
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