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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1909
Page
2
The Record and Chronicle announce their policy to correct any erroneous reflection on the character or reputation of any firm individual or corporation appearing in their columns. Readers are urged to contact the publishers to address inaccuracies promptly.
The Denton Record and Chronicle questions press claims from The Houston Post about false subscriptions and misclaims of circulation. It argues Texas lacks circulation barriers, notes anti trust suits against Mississippi in which policyholders may pay penalties, and ends by urging voters to approve funds for better roads despite costs.
The Denton county display at the Dallas fair earns praise from viewers. Despite drought and tight funds, the exhibit cost under $200, showing what the county can do with limited resources and a lean budget.
A county editorial urges Precinct No 1 voters to approve a bond issue under the new road law to build permanent first class pike roads. It argues current road and bridge taxes only keep repairs, not create lasting improvements, and predicts other precincts will follow if this bonds plan passes.
The Record and Chronicle criticizes Peary supporters for questioning Eskimos about Cook and argues such tactics undermine Peary's stature. It notes the debate over Cook and whether he reached the Pole or Mt McKinley would not affect Commander Peary's standing.
Denton reports today market quotations for crude futures with Dec Jan and Feb contracts in the 7.18 to 7.14 range and December near 13.73 to 13.80 in New York and New Orleans spots. Sales totals include 8000 barrels in New York and 1500 in New Orleans as prices move.
An advance of 1 dollar per ton on hay was posted today with wholesale at 14 and retail at 16 per ton. Cotton seed meal wholesale 21.40 and hulls 11 per ton delivered. Cotton seed now 25 wholesale and 27 retail with another advance expected.
Fort Worth market activity shows total receipts Wednesday at 190 car loads with about 3000 cattle and 2600 calves. Beef steers fair, market slow. stockers and feeders eight loads, market steady. butcher stock ample, market steady. Calves weak to lower, top price 5.25. Hogs about 3600 head, quality medium, top 7.50. overall market steady with top prices noted.
Pecan crop is short as the hunting season nears with the boys likely to gain little more than the joy of a creek day. Drought has reduced both the crop size and the size of the nuts this year.
A testimonial from J. A. Harmon of Sizemore West Virginia praises Dr. King's New Life Pills for boosting health and energy. The ad claims the pills vitalize every organ and enhance brain and body with a recommended price of 25 cents at J. F. Raley & Co.
A. A. Chisholm of Treadwell New York reports chronic indigestion torpid liver constipation nervousness and debility before using Electric Bitters. After twelve bottles his health and vigor returned enabling daily business. Suitable for stomach liver kidneys blood and nerves at 50 cents via J F Raley & Co.
Real estate ads offer affordable options for buyers and renters. Properties include houses, apartments, and land with varied prices and locations. Readers are urged to contact sellers for details and viewing arrangements.
Crews on the Coffey farm east of Aubrey persist in drilling beyond 1050 feet aiming for 1500 and possibly 2000 feet despite casing damage and a major water strike that halted progress. Oil had been found at 806 feet with gas, guiding plans to reach a paying pocket. The underground water flow proves artesian conditions and valuable discharge in the local area.
Brief items report Thompson's hardware store fire at Kaufman causing about 16000 in damage. Other notes mention Baylor defeating Haskell 12 0 at Waco, Spain's Chamber riot, and various 1909 era items including Messrs Ferrer Taft and Cook polar claims.
Fort Worth defeated Denton to lead the North Texas race for championship honors while Bonham defeated Burleson College 5 to 0. Denton had tied Sherman previously and beaten smaller local teams. A future match between Fort Worth and Bonham may occur two Saturdays hence in Greenville against Burleson.
The narrator describes heightened security at Sunnyside after a stalker plot and a hidden ladder in the clothes chute. Mary Anne reveals a ladder placed to access upper floors, prompting repairs and a tightened guard as danger persists around the mansion.
Frank Disberry of Kelli her Minnesota credits Bucklen's Arnica Salve with preventing a crippling knee cap injury after a severe cut. The ad touts the salve as a remedy for wounds burns burns scalds sores boils eruptions and piles and lists J F Raley & Co as the seller at 25 cents.
At the request of customers we have added a new pennant line. We guarantee superior quality of material and workmanship and believe buyers will be well pleased.
A bridal gift guide extols framed pictures as enduring tokens of friendship. It notes pictures best convey sentiment without gaudy display and invites choosing suitable images for wedding presents.
E C Gaines of Comanche faces murder charges in Granbury after a change of venue from Comanche. He is accused of killing opponent J W Reese during a legislative race in July 1908. The trial features extensive testimony with Gaines describing events leading to the killing and claims he acted under provocation. The state and defense present numerous witnesses as a verdict nears late this week.
Fragmentary ad note mentions notary publics in "Gffficene" and offers loans. It highlights availability of money to loan and has informal promotional tone. Names, dates, or clear entities are not specified.
The Rexall Store in Denton advertises Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets claiming relief from indigestion and dyspepsia with a money back guarantee after reasonable use. Sold in 2 cent, 50 cent, and 1 dollar sizes, with O. M. Curtis as the local promoter.
A reader from Okenne Oklahoma extols Hunt's Lightning Oil as the best after trying many oils and liniments. The testimonial notes quick results and asserts no other product compares, with bottles priced at 25 and 50 cents.
An old advertisement touts Capudine as a remedy for headaches and nervous tension fitting for business. It claims the product clears the head and steadies the nerves and directs readers to drug stores for purchase.
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