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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1913
Page
4
The Cumberland Presbyterian Denton district presbytery opened a three day meeting in Gainesville with delegates arriving by train. Rev. Logan of Pilot Point delivered the opening sermon as local church members rally to host what they hope will be the most successful gathering yet in the Denton district.
A friendly note from Turner Brothers urges customers to call seven when ordering groceries, touting their service and inviting neighborly satisfaction.
A local advertisement from Long and King proclaims a large grocery business built on customer satisfaction. It emphasizes competitive prices, quality goods, and broad selection aimed at appealing to daily shoppers.
Dr. W B Bizzell president of the College of Industrial Arts says Governor Colquitt’s veto of funds to finish wings of the main building will severely cramp teaching space. He notes the new household arts and science building cost 90000 dollars and is well equipped. The college reports 525 students next year, dormitory capacity 160, and a new one year matrimonial course in the curriculum.
Texas Pure Food and Dairy Commissioner Abbott appoints Mrs. W Murphy and Dr F E Piner as assistant inspectors with letters of transmission. The notices urge compliance with sanitation rules for soda fountains, doors screened or fans, and keeping foods inside or under glass. Officials advise filing complaints if inspections are resisted and set short repair deadlines.
The ad promotes Dr Kings New Discovery as a universal cough and cold remedy for families. S. A. Stid of Mason Michigan testimonials its effectiveness in curing pneumonia, with bottles priced at five and a half cents? No valid price found. The copy claims broad satisfaction and urges purchase at druggists.
J A Peterson a prominent farmer living one mile west of Justin died suddenly at his home Friday morning due to heart failure. He is survived by his wife one child and several brothers and a sister all living in the county. He had lived in Justin for 35 years Burial will be held Saturday at the I C O F cemetery in Justin Surviving brothers are R F O P and A G Peterson and his sister is Mrs L E Olsen all prominent citizens
Electric Bitters touted as a remedy for fainting spells backache headaches weakness and kidney trouble. A customer from Avoca Louisiana credits four doctors and her family for urging use, reporting strong relief after starting the tonic. Available for $1.00 at druggists or by mail from H E Bucklen & Co Philadelphia or St Louis.
Local ad invites shoppers to try new imported cheese, highlighting Pasehall's as the source and noting contact by phone 86 for more details.
Denton residents with contagious diseases must have their houses fumigated at no charge by the City Health Officer who will supervise the work. Owners pay the actual cost of materials, which may be bought by owners or supplied by the Health Officer at cost. Frank Piner is the City Health Officer.
An advertorial note promotes free trial treatment for asthma with full information. It lists Frontier Asthma Company as provider and mentions a Buffalo address Room 102 as contact point. The text implies no charge for initial information and trial.
Advertisement for LONG and KING promoting grocery shopping by phone 44 highlighting quality, service, courteous treatment and right prices.
An old town newspaper snippet promotes Minnis' Drug Store on the east side offering free delivery and contact by phone 7. Turner Bros. grocers and Willson-Hann Co. are also advertised. Mrs. Dickson upstairs and Long & King urge neighbors to try their groceries and service. Hats for ladies are touted as beautiful and inviting downtown shoppers to visit.
A local drug store on the east side of the square advertises a new stock of Waterman’s Ideal Pens priced from $2.50 to $8.00, Franklin Self Filling pens from $1.50, and Remex fountain pens at $1.00. Each pen is guaranteed to give satisfaction or money refunded.
J A Minnis, a prescription druggist, operates from East Side Square expanding local pharmacy services.
The Weather Bureau forecasts colder conditions on Friday, with hopes for a halt to near daily rains since Sept. 7. Rain has hindered cotton and delayed wheat planting. October precipitation already exceeds two inches.
G E Evans visited from Krum and many others traveled to Dallas Lewisville Fort Worth and Aubrey for visits court duties and social events. M E Rosser of Snyder attends district court defending the Wimberly case. Rev W A Stuckey witnesses in court. Cora Crain heads to Grayson County for the Girls Canning Club Exhibit in Dallas.
A thrilling two reel feature about a wireless operator bribed by bankers that drags the nation toward war. The tale unfolds through money markets and the firing line, delivering a powerful cinematic experience.
Mrs Morison a fashionable visitor in the country chaperones Nora Burton to the city, dresses her in the latest styles and boasts of her protégé. She learns Morean Hendrix favors Nora over her, drives Nora home, and Hendrix is revealed as a scoundrel. Nora finds honesty with Jim Brooks preferable to libertine appeal.
Turner Brothers offers the freshest vegetables available with ordering via phone number 7. Steady supplies and prompt service mark this neighborhood grocer as a reliable source for daily produce.
All water and light rents are due and must be paid by the 10th by order of the Commission. W. J. Grady, Supt.
James Lakey twenty one is in critical condition at the Lile Gill farm four miles east of Garza from a pistol wound said to be personal safety related. The bullet entered his lungs and doctors fear recovery. Lakey, recently discharged from Alliance Milling, had planned to marry Sunday and had been despondent.
Miss Lula Bvth near West Sycamore suffers tonsillitis. Mrs. Jim Ridgeway on East Oak has malarial fever. Mrs. F. W. Grube has pneumonia. E. R. Lester on Ash street has grip. John Henry’s infant on East Hickory is ill with indigestion. W. T. Wooldridge sprained ankle needs crutches. Choir rehearsal at M E church Friday 7 30 PM. W B McClurkan to start two story house on old Dr Owsley lot. Mrs. B Walker ill from complications, reported better Friday. Nona Allard sprained ankle at tennis. Mrs. Marguerite McCormick ill from oysters causing plating poisoning. improved Friday.
A local note urges readers to visit Minnis' Drug Store on the east side square to see current stationery stock and inquire about prices, promising satisfaction.
Rev. Preston J. Roberts of Pilot Point will lead morning and evening services at Oak Street Methodist Church with two or three singers assisting from Pilot Point.
A gentle and effective laxative is advertised as the remedy for constipation. The ad claims thousands swear by Dr King’s New Life Pills and includes a testimonial from Hugh Tallman of San Antonio, Texas. The product is priced at 2e and available at druggists or by mail from H. E. Bucklen & Co.
A grocery notice urges customers to call Paschali's at 44 or 86 for imported cheese including Swiss and Stilton. The ad highlights Paschali's located in a local market and invites inquiries by phone for cheese orders.
Start your grocery account with us and be convinced as many families in Denton have that it is to your advantage to buy groceries here. Use either phone 44. LONG and KING.
Commissioner J A Sweat asks Denton county papers and able bodied men to donate two days work on good roads. Governor designates Nov 5 6 as Good Roads Days. Road drags scrapers and volunteers urged to fix holes culverts rocks and other road troubles.
An old reliable surgical dressing claims to prevent blood poisoning by applying Dr Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil. It relieves pain and heals while acting as a dressing. Available in 25¢ 50¢ and $1.00 sizes.
Local notice urges shoppers to think of the number seven when buying groceries and contact Turner Brothers for satisfaction. The brief ad emphasizes reliable service from a familiar supplier.
Denton county ginnings to Sept 25 show a large drop from the same period last year. Totals for the current year reach 9 300 bales versus 9 990 bales, with rains and short crop cited. The Agricultural Department data suggest further declines as little cotton has been picked since Sept 25.
A notice invites readers to contact the Chronicle office or address Box 488 in Denton Texas to discuss a vendors lien note sale. The brief text provides an inquiry path and location for further details.
Rob J. J. Wilkins wed Avella Turner in Denton. R. B. Yearley married Maude Hughes in Lewisville.
Mrs Dickson promotes fall and winter hats with a stylish claim and local availability. This brief notice highlights shopping for seasonal headwear at a nearby seller.
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