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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1913
Page
2
Subscription rates are listed as two dollars for one year and four dollars for two years. A public notice promises prompt corrections of any erroneous reflections upon individuals or corporations when brought to the publishers’ attention.
The Weather Bureau predicts a week of fair weather. The column notes social humor about open-season on husbands in Texas, mentions Sulzer back in the headlines, Mexico’s status, Col. Roosevelt, and optimism for a 1914 county fair following a successful trades day.
Mr Lane reaffirms not entering any race beyond the full democratic primary. Will H Mayes says he cannot run unless all pro candidates join. Mr Thomas appears strongly favorable to the idea, while the other two men hesitate to test the unknown behind it.
The dispatch notes daily deterioration since Diaz’s abdication and describes conditions as deplorable and chaotic for life and property. It asserts Huerta’s coup against Congress signals his looming fall and reflects widespread insecurity in the neighboring republic.
The Fort Worth Record columnist suggests Fitzgerald misreads Dr Gam brell’s Sunday note about “a man whose position on the saloon question is considered by many as doubtful.” The writer argues twenty five years of consistent prohibition support at precinct county and state levels should mark a pro ban, questioning who else could be certain on the issue.
The McKinney Courier-Gazette announces a new flat-bed perfecting press and broader editorial pages, aiming to become a representative small city paper. The note praises Perkins & Wilson and contrasts Texas with Kansas in rapid development of local dailies.
The text promotes Curtis Cigars highlighting stock freshness fragrant quality and materials. It mentions Cur igars offering cigars from i-picked tobaccos selected by experts and made under sanitary conditions at fair wages. It also notes 10c goods and a line including Burns Club Portina Roi Tan and Sidelo brands.
Kansas reports 4000 graduates from the State Agricultural College in domestic science and 2600 have married with no divorces among them. Texas data lacking, but thorough home-making training appears to give girls good judgment to marry well and to keep home as the preferred place.
Mr Smith and Commissioner Sweat rally interest in Nov 5 and 6 work days for better roads. Denton County motorists Chamber of Commerce Farmers Union and Commissioners Court are urged to support the effort to avoid missing a needed countywide road improvement initiative.
Statement of ownership for The Record and Chronicle Denton Texas filed under the 1912 act. Editor W C Edwards and business manager R J Edwards list The Record and Chronicle Co as publishers and owners include W Edwards R J Edwards and L A McDonald all of Denton Texas. Average paid circulation six months prior was 1089 copies. Notarized October 44 1913 by W F Woodward Denton County Texas.
The ad praises Dr King s New Discovery as the cure for coughs colds throat and lung troubles urging prompt use to stop sickness spread. S A Stid of Mason Michigan testifies that two 30 cent bottles cured pneumonia and many families rely on it. Priced 50 cents and 1.00 at druggists H E Bucklen Co Philadelphia or St Louis.
Turners Bros promotes pimento cheese in glass jars for 15 cents and home canned peaches. Customers are invited to place orders by phone.
We represent top fire insurance companies and can provide details the day you ask. Ensure enough money to replace what a fire or wind may carry off by getting the right coverage.
In Chicago on October 14 the Americans defeated the Cubs 5 to 2 to clinch the city title. The Sox won four of six games in the interleague series.
In St. Louis on October 14 the Browns defeated the Cardinals in a game marked by a players fight and numerous squabbles. The Browns led one win to two losses while the series stands three wins and two ties for Browns.
Cleveland edged Pittsburg 1 to 0 in 13 innings to tie the series three games each yesterday.
New York Giants manager McGraw and Chicago White Sox leader Comiskey start the world tour this Saturday, with games continuing through the spring training season next year.
Roanoke reports a big upcoming third Saturday trades day. Mrs G W Mason of Houston visits her sister Mrs E J Thomp on. J G Price of Mertens visits sister Mrs W E Hallenbeck. Nellavee Davis of Polytechnic home briefly. Miss Johanna Lassen dies at 44 and Johanna Lassen returns to school duties.
Asthma cures available at home with trial treatment and full information at no charge. Frontier Asthma Company invites inquiries from customers at Room 102 Buffalo New York.
Mrs Dickson invites shoppers to visit upstairs showroom to view beautiful ladies hats at Wailson-Hann Company downtown. The note emphasizes stylish headwear and welcomes first-time customers.
Condensed from the Herald. The Aubrey cotton yard receipts to date are 500 bales. Local visitors include Bob Davis of Sanger who visited his sister here. Stanley Watts of Frederick Oklahoma returned home after a visit. Dr. J. E. Copenhaver and others were in Denton, including F. E. Tobin and Reno Dyche.
Notice from Frank Piner City Health Officer of Denton states all houses where contagious diseases occurred must be fumigated. The city will supervise free fumigation with owners paying the material costs, which they may supply or have supplied at actual cost.
In Denton Normal avenue, Little Miss Bob E Drake marks her fifth birthday with a party. Misses Francis and Louise Alexander hosted Saturday evening at 195 West Hickory, featuring a drawing contest won by Aubrey Rose and Clifford Simmons, plus games and toasts for the bride-to-be.
A third social event in Denton celebrated Miss Sybil Wooley before her wedding. Mrs. Butler Edwards hosted at her mother's W Oak home with Mrs. Waldo Blewett and D. K. Allison greeting guests. Guests assembled scrapbooks for a wedding trip itinerary and copied each guest’s favorite recipe. Fruit punch, brick cream and cake were served, with souvenirs of miniature kitchen utensils. Georgia Newton of Waxahachie attended as maid of honor, wearing a wisteria crepe meteor gown and hat with bird of paradise. Sybil Wooley wore rose broadcloth with a large plume hat.
Seven guests at Mrs Raley home on West Oak street hosted by Mesdames Palmer Fry Mc Cray and Raley celebrated Sybil Wooley, bride elect to Will Todd of Waxahachie, with a Hearts game party and a silverware prize for the top player. The decorations featured red and green and pink and green schemes across the reception rooms. A light salad sandwiches and ice were served by the hostesses and Miss Wrotan.
Public health advice urges moderation and notes kidneys work harder when foods are rich. Four ounces of rad Salts taken with water before breakfast are claimed to cleanse clogged kidneys, neutralize urine acids, and relieve bladder disorders. Jad Salts is advertised as inexpensive and safe for home use.
The School Board met Monday night with members D K Allison J L Hooper W J McCray D R Turner W T Evers and W L McCormick. They approved the superintendent Beaty’s monthly report and filed the First National Bank treasurer bond. A 100 annual secretary’s salary payable quarterly was adopted, effective May 4 1913. The board will confer with the City Council Thursday night on city school matters.
An old advertisement urges readers with liver and digestive issues to use Herbine to purify the stomach and bowels. It touts strong seasonal disease concerns and lists a price of 50e with BR. H. Garrison as the seller.
W. T. C. Potter brings home canned peaches to Suraae Bros with only a few cases available, urging customers to place orders early.
A Denton Texas notice advertises abundant funds to purchase vendor lien notes. Readers are urged to contact the Record and Chronicle office or P O Box 488 Denton. The item mentions home banter cases and a W T C Pot peaches raffling or order details.
Won't you accept our grocery ser vice which will prove satisfactory in every respect to you Phones 44 Use them any time Long and Kink.
An advertisement touts Dr Hobson’s Eezema Ointment as a fast healer for eczema rashes ringworm tetter and related eruptions. It asserts the medicine cures impurities penetrates pores and is a doctor’s prescription available from Pfeiffer Chemical Co with mail order and store purchase options.
Mrs Dickson promotes fall and winter hats with a stylish appeal available at her shop. The notice emphasizes fashion and local availability for seasonal headwear.
Cotton is coming in slowly after the rain due to damage. Community notes include Rev. Hickey’s address to the B Y P U, Bethel box supper and moonlight picnic, Miss Ola Stover teaching in Campbell, and Mr. Erwin moving to Houston to work in a barber shop. Mrs. Bradley returns from New Mexico. The Bachelor Girls dined with Mrs. McWhorter. An advertisement from a local druggist emphasizes quality service and best goods at fair prices, promising patient care.
An old advertisement touts Herb ine to soothe burning chest and throat from indigestion. It claims the remedy digests food, strengthens the stomach, and purifies bowels. Sold by R. H. Garrison at 40 cents a month in The Daily bargain section.
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