Speaker Clark and Bryan feud over duties and pay
Denton, Texas report reflects a Houston Post excerpt showing Speaker Clark resisting leaving office for lecturing income and criticizing Secretary Bryan. The piece notes Bailey’s take on Bryan’s role and questions whether Clark’s resentment mirrors a broader Texas political clash, referencing General Davidson.
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Bryan
George Bailey
Houston Post
Hannibal
Col. Bailey
Mayes Declines Dallas Prohibition Conference Invite
Lieutenant Governor Will H. Mayes says he will not attend the Dallas Prohibition Conference on October 25. He criticizes the so called progressive element and warns the prohibition fight could hurt roads education and civic reform. Mayes cites his long standing Wilson era progressive stance and fidelity to the cause.
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McKinney Courier- Gazette
Country Press
Texas
Mayes
Prohibition
Dallas
Prohibition Party
Wilson
Will H. Mayes
Texas press looks forward to Wichita Falls meeting with Bill Long
Local ink praise bills Bill Long as a leading oil journalist with National Petroleum News ties. He is praised for booster work for Wichita Falls and for his sunny, helpful persona benefiting fellow writers and local readers.
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Texas
Texas. Press Association
Wichita Falls
Bill Long
Bill
National Petroleum News
Wichita
The
Petroleum News
W. L
Ed Howard
Mills as gubernatorial aspirant praised for integrity
The writer extols Charles H. Mills as a dignified gubernatorial hopeful. He notes Mills is anti-statewide yet aligned with progressives, cites his votes against Colquitt and Wolters, supports Wilson, and calls him a son of Roger Mills with strong Texas lineage.
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Charles H. Mills
Mills
O. B. Colquitt
Jake Wolters
Sea
Baltire
Rogerius
Texas
Good roads bonds face voter doubt in Hill County
The McKinney Examiner cites Denton Record and Hill County Precinct No 1 showing 1200 signers on a good roads bond petition. The Greenville Banner editorializes that once roads improve or rain ends, opposition may rise, urging money and effort to build proper roads.
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McKinney Examiner
Denton Hkeecord
Hill County
Greenville
Gentry Brothers All New Feature Shows Visit City
Advance notice reports the Gentry Brothers plan to bring their All New Feature Shows to town next Monday October 27 with an all new lineup of acts and world famous animal performances. They scout Europe to select acts and bring royalty level performers to America for the season.
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Gentry Brothers
Oectober
Winter Quarters
Europe
America
Ballard's Horehound Syrup Sold By R. H. Garrison
Tickling in the throat and hoarseness signal the need for Ballard's Horehound Syrup. It eases the lungs quiets the cough and restores health in the bronchial tubes. Prices 25¢ 50c and 1.00 per bottle.
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R. H. Garrison
Phones 44 spell good things to eat
Long & King grocers advertise a phone number 44 for ordering food items and emphasize the convenience and quality of their offerings. The notice highlights customers can expect reliable service and a selection of groceries.
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Long & King
Grocers
Insurance prompts quick action for property protection
The ad urges readers to consider early insurance as a safeguard for property. It promises easy policy setup and minimal cost, stressing immediate thought and action to prevent loss.
Pape's Cold Compound Offers Quick Grippe Relief
A two hour dosing plan of three doses claims to end grippe misery and sever cold symptoms. The remedy opens nasal passages and relieves feverishness throat and headache with no quinine, costs 25 cents, and is advertised as tasty and convenient.
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Grippe
Pape
Ady
Jefferson on religion and conscience in a private letter
The Cleburne Enterprise highlights a letter from Thomas Jefferson praising religious liberty. He states religion is a matter between God and conscience and rejects coercion or proselytizing, emphasizing that lives, not words, reveal true faith. He urges readers to judge him by his conduct.
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Cleburne Enterprise
Thomas Jefferson
Cost and value of paints in a painter's job
A sales pitch explains choosing Devoe paint by coverage and longevity, comparing good and bad brands. It argues a gallon price plus painter wages determines value, noting Devoe lasts longer and costs less than inferior paints sold by Tavior Hardware Company.
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Devoe
Tavior Hardware Company
Frontier Asthma Company notice at Buffalo room 102
Free information on asthma treatments advertised by Frontier Asthma Company located at Room 102 Buffalo NY. The notice invites individuals to obtain full information without charge.
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Frontier Asthma Company
Wizard Triangle Polish Mop and Wizard Oil Deal
Wizard Triangle Polish Mop and one quart of Wizard Oil offered for 1.50, regular for the two 2.50. These mops look good and Wizard Oil praised for floors and furniture. Phones 7. Turner Bros.
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Wizard Triangle
Turner Bros
Turner Brothers Adword Grocery and Digestive Herb
An old ad fragment promotes Turner Bros grocery with canned beans including Michigan Pork and Beans at five cents per can. It touts Herbine as a remedy for indigestion, claiming it cleanses the stomach and bowels and lists R H Garrison as the seller.
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Turner Bros
Impress Number 44 Grocery Ad from Long King
An old grocery advertisement from Long & King touts affordable prices and quality service. The copy highlights convenient shopping and a customer oriented approach with the slogan Impress number 44 on your mind for groceries.
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Long & King
Former normal student writes from Porto Rico to the Record and Chronicle
A former Denton normal student, D. W. Davis, mails a letter from San Juan describing a seven day voyage on the U S Ponce and a journey to Mayaguez. He portrays Porto Rico’s city life, poverty, tropical scenery, and harsh wages while noting the lack of Christian civilization. He invites replies to San Juan or Maricao.
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Record and Chronicle
San Juan
P. BR
Denton Fort
U. S. Ponce
Moro
Columbus
Mayaguez
Stass
Porto Rico
Maricao
D. W. Davis
Dr Kings New Discovery Cough Medicine Ad
An old advertisement cites Dr King’s New Discovery as essential for every home to combat colds and coughs. Mason Michigan resident S A Stid praises its power, claiming two 50 cent bottles cured pneumonia. Prices are 50 cents and one dollar with availability via druggists.
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Dr. King
S. A. Stid
Mason, Mich
Wizard Polish Mop in Tri Angle Form Offers Corner Access
The Wizard Polish Mop comes in tri angle form to reach corners and furniture. Each mop includes a quart of Wizard Oil for 1.50, regular price 2.50. Buy now to lighten cleaning work and keep floors in top condition. Turner Bros.
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Piones
Turner Bros
Gentle and Effective Laxative Promoted by Dr King
A gentle and mild laxative is described as a top remedy for constipation. Thousands swear by Dr King’s New Life Pills. Hugh Tallman of San Antonio Texas praises them as the best his wife and he have taken. They promise no pain and are available at druggists or by mail from H E Bucklen & Co. Philadelphia or St Louis.
Denton society Happenings Celebrate Beall Guests
The social column notes hospitality for Mrs. Ed Beall of Dallas and Mrs. E H Beall of Portland during their Denton visit with Mrs A S Lewis. Attended by about 200 guests, the party featured roses, tea and coffee, and a display of American Beauty blooms throughout the home.
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Dallas News
Dallas
Ed Beall
Denton
A. S. Lewis
Beall
A. & Lewis
E. H. Beall
Portland
Lovie Lewis
Lewis
A. L. Bird
Annie Morgan
Eddie Gray
Tyree Cave
Queen of Flowers
A. B. Hunt
Fred Tucker
Danderine Promise: Thicker Glossy Hair At Once
A vintage puff proclaims Danderine will cleanse dust and oil from hair while making it thick, wavy, and shiny. It claims dandruff dissolves and itching stops, with new hair growth after weeks of use, urging readers to buy Knowlton’s product at drug stores or toilet counters.
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Knowlton
Adv
Fresh goods just received at LONG & KING
Don’t worry over groceries phone us and we’ll tell you of the fresh goods just received. Phones 44.
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Long & King
Kee of Sebhoo Girl Pickles Sold at Paschall’s Phones
Local note reports a kee of Sebhoo Girl Pickles sold at Paschall’s Phones for 1.40. The brief item records a small-town commerce moment and a price point.
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Paschall
Fresh vegetables at phones 44 LONG KING
Fresh vegetables listed with contact at phone 44 for LONG and KING. Unclear location or event. Source text shows a brief ad style notice seeking buyers or sellers. No further details available in readable fragment.
Sixth Birthday Party For Master Emory Curtis Celebrated
Master Emory Boyd Curtis marked his sixth birthday with a Wednesday afternoon party. Guests enjoyed games and Halloween themed favors with yellow pumpkins and black cats filled with candies. The dining room featured a six candle cake and ice cream. Attending were Eugenia Claire King, Margaret Stovall, Anne Bass Smith, Mabel Frances King, Margaret Benett, Wylie Smith Jr., Robert T. May Jr., Frank Barton, Julia Marie Wilson, Emory Barton, Jewell Evans, Velma Lee Barton, Dorothy McFarlane, Ardis Nichols, Charles Elbert, and grandmother Mrs J W Curtis.
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Emory Boyd Curtis
Hallowe'en
Eugenia Claire King
Margaret Stovall
Anne Bass Smith
Mabel Frances King
Margaret Benett
Wylie Smith, Jr
Robert T. May, Jr
Frank Barton
Julia Marie Wilson
Emory Barton
Jewell Evans
Velma Lee Barton
Dorothy McFarlane
Ardis Nichols
Charles Elbert
J. W. Curtis
Master Boyd
Louise Daugherty
Candy
Lane Declines Dallas Pros Conference Over Gov Race
Austin October 2 Controller W P Lane a declared candidate for governor will not attend the Dallas conference of the pros next Saturday. He claims the meeting aims to eliminate him and boost another candidate and cancelled his hotel rooms, though he will remain in the race for governor and expects to win the July 25 primaries.
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W. P. Lane
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