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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1913
Page
4
A benefit performance is held today and tonight at the Princess theatre on the North side. Proceeds go to the clean-up project and federation officers hope for a larger net total than the previous event.
Mrs Laura Gaines of Avoca Louisiana says four doctors had given her up before using Electric Bitters. The tonic eased her dizziness backache headaches and weakness for a remarkable recovery. Sold 50 cents and one dollar at druggists or by mail Bucklen Co Philadelphia or St Louis.
J L Carlisle transfers 84 400 dollar property in Denton to W A Brashears from B B B C BR BR Co addition. R M Everette and wife convey 1 acre in Denton County to A L Har pool for 150 dollars.
Household medicine claims immediate use for colds and coughs. Mason Michigan resident S A Stid testifies his family relied on Dr King's New Discovery, saying two 50c bottles cured pneumonia. Ad notes price 50c and 1.00, available at druggists H E Bucklen & Co Philadelphia or St Louis.
New ARKANSAS MILL feed offers a complete ration for horses and cows. The k F k h Kornfalfa feed is economical with straight alfalfa and molasses. Order today using the new phone 77 or old phone 410. ARKANSAS MILL.
The literary department met at Mrs. W. J. McCray’s home with Mrs. A. W. Palmer hosting. Members shared visions and heard a program on Norwegian myths, Religion of the North, and Hamlet analysis. Act 4, scenes 1 and 2 of Hamlet were studied, led by Mrs. Haustein. Refreshments followed.
A 50 cent case of Pape's Diapepsin is touted as the quickest and surest remedy for indigestion and related stomach distress. The ad claims instant relief from heartburn, sourness, belching, and stomach upset, praising safety and universal use for all ages.
Saturday night at 170 N Locust Mrs J Hawk hosted L I A girls with Misses Pearl Black Edna Green Helen McDowell Willie Arledge as hostesses. LaFrance roses decorated parlor and library while Miriam Yeatts Ellen Jones and Kittie Atwell provided music. Luncheon lit by electric front porch. Guests included Esther Logan Abbie Sevier Eva Lee Ball Esther Crawford Iva Crawford Bessie Bartlett Lilla Maise Clara Baird Gladys Collins Catherine Laughlin Mildred Horton Mary Young Corinne Richey.
An advertisement fragment offers free trial treatment information for asthma through Frontier Asthma Company room 102 in Buffalo New York. It promises full information at no charge and mentions an advertisement format.
A team of mules hitched to Henry Medlin’s wagon ran wild after a cow in the Roanoke street. An auto owned by Mr. Foster was damaged, and a mule suffered a severe leg cut. Moseley w, jailed for attempted freight theft, claimed Whitesboro as home and Fort Worth as his failed stop. Locals raised funds to pay his fine.
The October term of the County court began Monday for three weeks of criminal and civil sessions. Judge Hoskins presides. First week focused on criminal cases with few pleas including drunkenness and adultery fines. Several cases set for later days and many civil and probate matters addressed. The jury was ordered to appear Tuesday.
The Old Standard tonic Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic is advertised as a general health tonic that drives out malaria and strengthens the body. It is marketed as suitable for adults and children and priced at 50 cents.
A light frost touched parts of town this morning. Dallas fair tickets sold: eighty seven at the depot Sunday and sixty one Monday, totaling two hundred thirty six for the season. Henley Stout, thirteen months, ill with stomach trouble for ten days. Daughters of the Confederacy will meet Tuesday at Mrs Banks on East Oak street at 3 pm. Presbyterian Mission and Aid Society will convene Tuesday at 3 pm at Mrs W T Evers home, led by Mrs J W McFarlane. An Oct 19 Fort Worth Record item says W E Suddarth of Ft Worth, long associated with the Panama Commission, is appointed post office inspector and will report to St Louis. he hopes to transfer to Fort Worth headquarters soon. Suddarth is brother to Mrs W C Davidson of Denton. his mother Mrs E A Suddarth lives in Fort Worth.
Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment promises rapid healing of eczema rashes ringworm and tetter with guaranteed results. Sold by druggists or by mail for 50 cents from Pfeiffer Chemical Co Philadelphia and St Louis.
Mrs. Mattie Willis died at home in Denton Sunday at 12 30 after a year long illness from cancer. She leaves husband O L Willis four married daughters and two sons at home. Born near Casing Texas in 1862 she was buried in West Oakwood Cemetery after services at her daughter Mrs KR Joyce’s home. The Dallas News notes funeral arrangements in Fort Worth with services at Mrs R F Joyce’s Denver Avenue residence and burial in West Oakwood.
Local readers urged to recognize kidney weakness with symptoms like back pain and fatigue. Doan's Kidney Pills are promoted for kidney relief, with a Denton farmer L. O. Tompkins testifying to satisfaction and recommending the remedy. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo, NY, sole agents.
Ed Rector died at his Arlington home at 4 00 am. He was 78 and had lived in Arlington thirty years. Born Beonville Missouri May 1 1835, he moved to Texas in 1855, later owned a Denton County ranch and worked in cattle, serving with the Confederate army. Funeral held Monday at 2 pm. Survivors include brothers N H Rector and E S Rector, with Morris Rector of Fort Worth as a son.
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 King offer a new service to customers in the local area with a focus on satisfaction and accessibility.
A mild and effective laxative praised by users including Hugh Tallman of San Antonio. They promise pain free relief from constipation and cost 25 cents at druggists or by mail from H. E. Bucklen & Co. with offices in Philadelphia or St. Louis.
Community grocer Turner Bros offers Michigan Pork and Beans at 5 cents per can and invites customers to include them in the next order. Phone numbers appear for contact.
Local event at the Princess theatre supports the Clean-Up movement with today and tonight shows fundraising proceeds directed to cleanup efforts. Community members urged to attend and contribute to the cause.
John A. Hann sold a bale of 15 cent cotton today to 8S. A. Godfrey. The bale is described as unusually high quality and the sale occurred on the street.
The notice advertises Swartz studio over the post office with new photo cards and folders. It lists six pan photos priced at 50 cents and six postcards at 65 cents each.
A Denton advertising note promises to please housewives, inviting noncustomers to call 44 to learn how Long & King can win their business. The message emphasizes customer satisfaction as its selling point.
Local column reports W. M. Ganzer and several others traveling to Fort Worth for business visits. Mrs Bee Brothers visits Frisco brother R T Vickery, Rev J W Caldwell travels to Fort Worth, and multiple residents visit friends or attend events in Dallas Arlington Mineral Wells and Pilot Point.
A city event supports the cleanup movement with a daytime and evening program. The Princess leads the drive to raise funds from attendees and the ladies of the federation. Proceeds benefit the cleanup efforts.
An advertisement touts Vinci cod liver and iron tonic for indigestion and weak digestion. It features Mrs. H. J. Smith of Thomasville Georgia praising stomach relief and better appetite, claiming Vinol restored digestion and energy, with a money back guarantee by O M Curtis, Druggist.
Don’t worry over groceries call us to learn about the fresh goods just received. Phones 44. Long & King.
Advance notice details the hidden staff behind the Gentry Brothers circus touring Denton. Hotel workers cooks waiters and porters keep the operation running while the public enjoys the animal exhibition. The commissary buys locally and arrives Monday October 27 with meals and beds prepared for hundreds aboard the Pullman.
Turner Bros advertises a lunch option featuring poi sed chicken and Underwood's Deviled Ham in all can sizes. The notice lists Phones 7 for inquiries or orders.
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