05 Sep 1913
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 33 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1913
Page
1
A large shipment of Bell Blouses and Shirts for Boys arrives with fadeless quality. Mothers are offered shirts at fair prices along with new caps, shoes, and knee pants to complete the boys’ wardrobe.
An advertisement touts a bank as a solid institution for prudent men and women. It claims officers and directors prioritize strength and solidity over size and show, inviting new customers to begin their business careers with an account.
The Denton County National Bank names its officers and directors. President W. B. McClurkan and Vice President J. L. Blewett are joined by Cashier B. H. Deavenport and director R. M. Barns among others including D. R. Turner W. J. McCra and J. F. Raley with G. H. Blewett also named.
Fort Worth news details the enrollment of volunteers for Tarrant County road work on November 5 and 6. City recruits from business and professional classes are expected to number in the thousands, with many traveling by auto and camping overnight. Provisions and food will be sent to the road camps to support the laborers in harsh outdoor conditions.
Aged resident Rafe Piper was found dead in his wagon near Red River in Oklahoma. Companion Edgar Beasley was beaten unconscious and may die. A large posse searches the surrounding country.
The shop touts foreign and domestic fabrics at reasonable prices and promises expert tailoring with double assurance of satisfaction. A new dry cleaning plant with modern machinery is highlighted as one of North Texas' most complete facilities alongside a Furnishings department to attract customers.
A ledger style listing presents Exchange officers and directors with roles such as President Cashier Vice-President and assistant positions. Names include A J Nance J C Coit J R Christal E D Curtis Ed F Bates J H Paine A C Owley Dr J M Inge. The fragment outlines governance structure and key personnel.
The jury returned a verdict for the defendant in Ball versus Ball, withholding a divorce and awarding all property to the defendant. Questions addressed pre marriage property, mistreatment, alimony, and the fate of a black mare, with subsequent related cases noted on the docket.
Rome report states Pope Pius X shows marked improvement with normal temperature and reduced hoarseness from throat catarrh. Cardinal Ferrari led 7,400 pilgrims who traveled for a papal audience but fears of tiring him limited attendance to the Cardinal and four prelates amid physicians' denial of access to the Pontiff.
W. T. Johnson serves as President with A. D. Turner as 1st Vice-president and L. H. Schweer as active Vice-president. H. F. Schweer is Cashier with W. F. Woodward and Jack Christal as assistant cashiers.
A special board of inquiry heard the last retention bid in Canada with Judge Gervais issuing an order for thaw. The panel will decide at 4 o clock Friday.
Judge Gervais issued a habeas corpus writ for Thaw to be produced in Montreal. The special board testing his deportation said a decision would be announced at 4 PM.
William Travers Jerome, noted attorney in the Thaw prosecution, was arrested in Coaticook on a gambling charge. A warrant by Milford Aldrich cites Jerome playing penny ante poker with newspaper men. Jerome was jailed briefly with Thaw. released on bond as Thaw’s lawyers deny knowledge of the arrest.
In Coatscook Sept 5 Harry Thaw faced a prolonged inquiry by a special board of inquiry from 10 AM to late afternoon. The hearing recessed until 9:30 Friday morning with Thaw again to be recalled. He testified and was described as a good witness though questions of his sanity continued despite objections from his counsel.
Washington reports a $130,000 defalcation at the State National Bank of Fort Worth. The bank remains solvent, but Vice-President Michael L. Woods is missing. The Comptroller ordered the case file sent to the U S Attorney in Fort Worth for action.
A telegram from California states Vice-President Woods is traveling to Fort Worth amid charges of embezzling fifteen thousand dollars.
A New York telegram reports the Democratic caucus decision to tax futures by one tenth of a cent sending the cotton market down from 35 to 40 points. Traders had awaited the caucus action and cotton prices fell as soon as the decision was announced.
Special correspondence notes farmer Peter Radford president of the Texas Farmers Union argues silos promote diversification. He compares cotton and corn per acre yields and wages, urging livestock feeding to lift earnings and keep farming profitable. Radford is a recognized silo expert with several articles supporting broader silo use.
The day's low and high temperatures were 67 and 1901-2 respectively, indicating unusual readings. Weather officials cautioned residents to monitor conditions as temperatures fluctuated sharply.
Manuel Dezamacona E Inclan, former Mexican ambassador, is named to represent Mexico in peace negotiations set for Washington, D. C. The appointment signals Mexico's formal participation in the U. S. led talks.
Manuel Dezamacona E Inelan the former Mexican ambassador travels to Washington to negotiate with the United States on the Mexican revolutionary problem and a possible loan. Indications say the administration will receive him and that Huerta will not seek the presidency.
Diplomatic negotiations between the United States and Mexico will shift to Washington. Secretary of State Bryan will meet with Manuel Zamacona y Inelan, proxy for Provisional President Huerta, in the American capital as an official representative.
Terrell September 5 H J Bass declined the secretary of state offer after wiring Governor Colquitt saying he cannot accept due to his business interests.
Sept. 5. S. J. Bass of this city received a telegraphic notice from Gov. Colquitt offering him the position of Secretary of State. Bass has the matter under consideration and has not decided on acceptance.
A laundry business advertises washing dresses romp ers and biocases as a specialty, promising to launder children’s wash garments and return them fresh and clean. The tone suggests a general service message.
Reports confirm a powerful hurricane struck the North Carolina coast and spread heavy property destruction into Virginia. Officials brace for aftermath as communities assess damages and seek aid.
Wires down and wireless stations failing as reports emerge of massive damage along the Carolina coast. Oracoke Island said to be swept by a tidal surge with five hundred inhabitants reported dead, unconfirmed. A six masted schooner George Wells wrecked off Cape Hatteras after rescuers saved all aboard.
Washington and Norfolk dispatches describe a hurricane storm harming eastern North Carolina. Property valued over 3 million is destroyed, with unconfirmed rumors of heavy loss of life. Beauford county and Pamlico River fishing fleets suffer major damage. wireless communication is down. The six mast schooner George W Wells wrecks off Hatteras with twenty crew rescued.
In Muelhausen Germany on September 5 a crazed teacher Wagner who murdered his wife and four children at Degerloch killed eight villagers and wounded ten as he set fires in four areas. He was overpowered after exhausting ammunition and was fatally stabbed by a mob. Six of the twenty injured were certain to die and six were in critical condition.
Government wreck investigation opened with Engineer Wands of Near Harbor Express testifying that engineers on the New Haven line frequently drifted by danger signals in foggy weather. Train Dispatcher Kelly said six trains passed over the stretch in half an hour on the morning of the White Mountain Express wreck, all at fifty two miles an hour.
Mrs Buck Roberts sister of A D Beck of Tay lor Hardware died at Hereford Thursday night after an appendicitis operation. Burial set for Pilot Point Saturday morning with remains passing through on the Flyer and interment at Pilot Point cemetery at 10 30.
A three inch rainfall flooded tracks between Manhattan and Brooklyn, stopping all trains during the morning rush. The city faced its worst traffic congestion in years as repairs took hold and about 100000 people were marooned at stations. Buildings and streets also suffered extensive damage citywide.
Reports from all parts of Arkansas indicate the second Good Roads Day, proclaimed by Gov. Hays, was enthusiastically observed. About 200 to 300 miles of highway were improved, leaving the state's roads in better condition than ever before.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.