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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1913
Page
2
The notice states misstatements about any person or company will be corrected upon notification to the publishers. It emphasizes timely correction and requests readers to report erroneous reflections on character or reputation.
The piece surveys the parcels post victory amid opposition from express companies and merchants, the tariff reform prospects, and the banking bill. It notes public cautious optimism, fears fading, and calls for measured change, praising President Wilson’s naval program and arguing for preparedness and fiscal reform.
The new tariff bill raised diamond import duty from 10 to 20 percent effective October 1, pushing prices up. Curtis’ advertises a large stock bought before the change and offers the old prices to buyers while stock lasts, claiming real savings for early purchases. Bright stones from 1-4 to 2 1-2 carats are available at cutter-spot prices.
The article lauds Denton university students for journalistic prominence with Jerry Fowler heading the Daily Texan and Lloyd Garrison as editor in chief of the University Magazine. It notes both publications are strong credits to the University and its affiliates.
A concise look at how a simple crackers brand and baking practice became a staple across households and regions, shaping snacking norms and culinary habits through decades.
The decree of satisfaction in life depends on the community we live in. A well equipped community with strong churches, schools, roads, communication, and markets supports happiness. Individual gains come from collective effort and cooperation among neighbors. Selfishness hinders personal well being.
A child recalls visits from Bill the iceman and his dog Mike. Bill jokes about a partner who bites while the dog guards the ice wagon. The narrator learns of Bill’s companionship and adventures as they share rides and small scoops of ice.
An old advertisement touts California Syrup of Figs as a safe laxative for all ages. It claims it clears clogged bowels within hours, relieves feverish and restless children, and promotes a well, playful recovery. The copy warns against counterfeit fig syrups and directs to buy 50 cent bottles from the California Fig Syrup Company.
Exhibits for tomorrow's trades day are arriving today and, barring bad roads, the class and number of entries promise an interesting contest. The show will be in the Evers build with displays on the sidewalk south of the Grand Leader facing West Hickory street.
An advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm as instant relief for a blocked nose and head from cold or catarrh. It claims the small bottle clears nasal passages, relieves headache, and ends catarrh by morning with soothing action upon inflamed membranes.
The Sunday School will observe Parents Day this Sunday at the regular hour. Children are asked to bring their parents for a memorial service at 4 o clock featuring a cornet solo by Miss Stella Spence and a girls quartet performing Looking This Way. Mr. Rogers will preach on For Our Absent Ones Interested In Us.
The tariff bill reported by the conference committee is hailed as a historic reduction and reform. It lowers average duties to about half previous levels, taxes wealth and luxury, and promotes cheaper or better goods for consumers. Representative Underwood, Senator Simmons, and President Wilson are singled out for pivotal roles.
A brief notice promotes fire insurance by promising to cover losses and urges readers to ask for more details. The firm claims to represent top fire insurance companies and suggests preparation financial protection through insurance.
Denton Tex resident Mrs J F Stanley says Dean's Kidney Pills relieved years of lame back pain and kidney discomfort after a relative's suggestion. She bought from J F Raley & Co Drug Store and saw full improvement. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Dean's. Ad. Also a tip on preventing fruit crackling by placing a jar on a wet cloth.
Curtis offers careful watch repair using quality materials and experienced staff. All work is guaranteed and completed as promised to prevent further damage from incompetent repairs.
Denton Texas retailer O M Curtis runs a combined drugstore and jewelry shop offering medicines, cosmetics, and timepieces. Local patrons visit for prescriptions, jewelry repairs, and watch services at the storefront.
The Texas Industrial Congress mails 11 006 contestants blank forms to report prize crop yields and costs including land rent labor seed and fertilizer and all other items. Credit rates set yields for corn cotton cowpeas kaffir milo at fixed prices with land charged per acre to equalize contestants. The form ends with an honor certificate of yields and costs. Teaching cost-system basics is a key lesson for young farmers and reflects financial awareness for farmers, bankers, and merchants.
Pittsburg defeated Cleveland 5 to 0 to even the interleague series as of October 10 in Pittsburg. Vaughn pitched for Chicago as the Cubs also split with the White Sox, winning 6 to 5 in thirteen innings in Chicago.
ST. LOUIS October 10 The Cardinals of the National League opened the series by defeating the Americans 1 to 0 in a closely contested game.
A home remedy claims Sage Tea and Sulphur darken hair so gray strands vanish by morning with repeated use. An inexpensive ready made tonic Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy is sold in drugstores for dampening and applying to hair to darken and reduce dandruff and shedding.
To get a sugary crust on meringue sift powdered sugar over the top before baking and let the oven cool afterward. The instruction emphasizes adding a fine sugar dusting to create a crisp crust as the dessert finishes.
An Atlanta alderman proposes creating designated spooning areas in city parks. The idea traces to Eden where the concept began and has expanded over time according to the New York Telegram.
Fresh shipment of California oranges arrives at Paschall's store highlighting new fruit stock for customers.
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