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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1909
Page
4
Local shop invites customers to inspect its cleaning press dye and alteration services for ladies and gents. It advertises the only steam and French benzine dry cleaning plant in North Texas and guarantees customer satisfaction.
The notice states that both phones handle calls day or night with trunks called for and delivered to any part of the city. It emphasizes 24 hour phone service and nationwide reach.
Federal Demonstration Agent William Ganzer will write a seed wheat feature for the Dallas News. Local notes report M Vaught with a badly bruised hand from a conveyor, Pike Martyn still unable to use a bruised arm after a cart accident, and other small incidents. A.W. Wright reports fertilizer tests near Bolivar under Ganzer's guidance. Baker cotton seed yields six to seven bales from three acres. City Marshal Goode shot a dot in the street. possible hydrophobia or poison suspected. Weather forecasts miss the mark, street lamps delayed, no revival prayer tonight at First Christian church, and A F Evers sold thirty-nine standard bred horses near Krum.
The ad advertises a range of stoves and heaters for sale in cool days. It touts decades of selling experience, dozens of models, prices starting at 1.50, and no charge for installation or setting.
An advertisement extols Hunt's Lightning Oil as a universal remedy claiming rapid relief for aches, pains, stiff joints, cuts, burns, bites and more. It markets two sizes 6Ne and 25 cents, asserting it cures where others merely relieve.
R. J. Wilson reports the sale of post oak and blackjack wood at two dollars per cord.
Officials conducted routine business and examined treasurers reports from independent school districts. The school fund totaling about 7500 in available funds and 5000 in permanent funds will be paid through the county depository Exchange National Bank, which earns interest but pays no commissions.
A brief promotional note urges customers to trust Minnis Drug Store for correct prescriptions and reliable pharmaceutical service. It emphasizes accuracy and convenience for taking prescriptions to the local pharmacist.
A Denton merchant credits Trades Day with widespread benefits for all stores. He notes personal gains including an $800 cash sale in a 25 foot front store and says several other merchants had an exceptionally good day, promising ongoing support to establish a permanent event.
An advertisement proclaims a nearly new five room residence near West Fickory Street in Denton offered for 2600 dollars cash with 1500 dollars down and easy terms. It stresses urgency to sell immediately and is credited to Egan & Chandler. The ad also promotes new songs and a Palmer's listing with consumer quotes for Foley's Orino Laxative by Garri son & Kimmins.
O. P. Poe announces his office has moved into the Denton Trust Co building on the south side square.
An advertisement for Hunt's Lightning Oil claims it cures aches pains cuts burns and bruises while you sleep. It urges readers to rub a little on the misery to feel it disappear and promotes constant use.
Denton shoppers are urged to try Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets from Minnis Drug Store. The tablets use Bis muth Subnitrate and Pepsia to soothe upset stomachs, boost digestion, and ease nausea. Three sizes priced 25, 50 cents and $1 with a money back guarantee if not satisfied. O. M. Curtis promotes Rexall Remedies as available only at this Rexall store in Denton.
Citizens in the North Elm Street area and West end show strong interest as a Nora side extension to the streetcar line moves forward. A bonus of 3000 is sought from supporters to cover a 10000 to 12000 project, with officials aiming to reach the College of Industrial Arts campus, possibly via Locust or Oakland avenues if North Elm proves impracticable.
Minnis' Drug Store announces new stock of Waterman's Ideal Fountain Pens arriving for customers seeking reliable writing instruments. The ad highlights fresh supply and availability.
Mrs E P Gibson and children of Decatur arrived for a visit with her sister Mrs T E Ponder. May Pirtle of Decatur visits Denton relatives. Denton county exhibit plans discussed in Dallas with Grant and Scruggs. Rev J W Farr leaves for Nehawka Nebraska to begin Methodist duties. General Coleman, ex Mayor, visits Denton friends. Oberia Robertson improves slightly in hospital, her father A W Robertson attends. Cotton lists and crop notes from Roanoke and Slidell. rain improves wheat but more rain desired. Joe Jagoe’s health improved in Eureka Springs. Dr W Hennington from Justin reports gin pickups. Mrs W A Shaw and Nettie Egan travel from Southern California and coast visits.
Asthma cure claim advertising free home treatment promises cure through Ai powered methods from Frontier Asthma Company located Room 702 Buffalo New York. No verifiable evidence is provided in the fragment.
The Amuzu stage drew tears and laughter as Callahan and Cain staged Dad's Dream a vaudeville sketch. Callahan portrayed a son of the old world Irish character with strong support from Miss Cain. The Denton show was praised as among the best bills seen, with R p and Carter scheduled for Thursday.
Changes this week move Rayzor to quarterback and Rector back to left end while Reese fills Rayzor’s tackle spot. Rector’s end play is expected to add weight and value though Brown tries out at end before fullback. Tom Rector shifts to track as last year’s stars adjust to Varsity.
Miss M Greenwood Hardy, graduate of Kings School of Oratory in Pittsburg and Martyn College of Oratory in Washington, will open classes in Elocution Oratory and Physical Culture on Thursday in Denton Texas at 171 West Hickory Street priced 53 cents.
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