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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1913
Page
2
Dry politics and weather mutter in Denton musings
In Denton on September 9 1913 a Callahan county dry vote passed by 94 a prior dry margin was 64 The writer jokes about rain inches from August and September tides comparing leisure to work noting cartoons show a tennis playing man resting and a bookkeeper in a hammock He notes children playing harder than adults and ends with Play is work we don't have to do.
Rest room note highlights growing need in Denton
Bonham has a rest room newly installed and five marriages have used it. Denton offers many marriage venues including the courthouse, but the town still needs a dedicated rest room for its residents and visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bonham
Denton
Courthouse
Justin Tribune editor tours county by car
Editor Will Leaty of the Justin Tribune is the only Denton county newspaper man to own an automobile. He visited this week in his car, praising the county as a fine place with a promising editor and prosperous conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Leaty
Justin Tribune
Denton County
Justin
District Attorney Jerome Faces Question Over Card Game Location
The complaint alleged playing cards for stakes "in" the railroad station, but records show the game occurred about fifty feet away. Critics argue the discrepancy could shield him from punishment while highlighting a potential double standard in enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerome
Denton Schools Open With Record Census And Transfers
Denton schools begin the year with 4 299 scholastics in the city, up 166 from 1912, and nearly 300 transfers from other districts. Total enrollment may reach 1 600, a new local record. High school business department draws strong interest and enrollment. The first day gain of over fifty in the High school may reflect the new department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denton
Governor Response Clouded by Harlem State Farm Tragedy
The article argues Gov Colquitt cannot be held responsible for the Harlem State Farm disaster where eight Black inmates suffocated and four escaped. It notes ongoing penitentiary system troubles and suggests many would have preferred harsher outcomes over prolonged agony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colquitt
Harlem State Farm
Gasoline Tractor Grading Cuts Road Costs and Time
Commissioner Sweat reports grading black land roads at 8.49 dollars per running mile using a gasoline tractor, a speed of 35 miles in 23 days, far outrunning mule power. Riley and Cunningham have purchased a similar outfit after a recent demonstration and express strong satisfaction with early results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sweat
Black Land
Messrs
Riley and
Cunningham
Texas progress on mule-driven farming amid heat and mud
The report notes Texas enduring weather while engines push ahead, mud halting mule work but not stopping progress. It warns conclusions stay premature but predicts future results may justify widespread use, especially in the black land counties, if Commissioner No. 4’s detailed statements and member satisfaction from Numbers 2 and 3 hold true.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
No. 4
Black Land
Ex-Gov Tom Campbell and Texas politics teased in editorials
A collection of editorial snippets comments on ex governor Tom Campbell and future offices. The Tyler Courier notes prohibition stock sales and campaign timing. Burnet Bulletin endorses Lieutenant Governor Mayes for governor. Cleburne Review argues for electing capable leaders to end a political mire. Waco Times-Herald references Lane and state politics with a cue to watch for the Little White Wagon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Campbell
Tyler
Chandler
Tyler Courier
Mes
Cotton Raisers Seek Aid Over Gin Box Size Penalty
Cotton raisers ask the Department of Agriculture for relief as steamship lines threaten a $1 per bale penalty for gin boxes producing bales larger than 27 by 54 inches. The department says it cannot intervene and urges growers to have ginnings reduced to ocean carrier dimensions at a cost of up to 10 dollars per gin, potentially saving producers hundreds of thousands of dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Department of Agriculture
Mayor Wooldridge to Close Austin Houses of Ill Fame
Austin September 9 Mayor Wooldridge ordered the City Marshal to shut all houses of ill fame in the city by October 1 despite opposition in a stormy City Council session last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Wooldridge
Bryan limited engagements near Washington for chautauqua tour
Secretary Bryan will take only appearances near Washington so he can return the same night. He will not accept guaranteed pay, takes half the net proceeds excluding season tickets, and is billed as the fairest lyceum attraction by the Pennsylvania Chautauqua association promoters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bryan
Lyceum
Chautauqua
Pennsylvania Chautauqua Association
Cascarets Promote Health By Morning In 10-Cent Box
A vintage advertising notice urges Cascarets as a cure for headache sour stomach and sluggish liver. It claims the product cleanses the stomach, removes fermenting food and foul gases, reduces bile, and promotes healthy bowels by morning for both adults and children.
Danderine Hair Beautifier Promises Rapid Results
A vintage advertisement claims Danderine cleanses dust and oil from hair, stops itch and falling hair, and soon grows new soft downy hair across the scalp. It urges readers to buy a 25 cent bottle from druggists or toilet counters to try the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knowlton
Cotton Belt Railroad Cuts Dividends on Preferred Stock
New York Sept. 9 Associated Press dispatch. Cotton Belt railroad directors reduced the dividend on its preferred stock to four per cent, declaring a quarterly dividend of one per cent. It had been five per cent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press Disputch
New York
Cotton Belt Railroad
Dr King's New Discovery Endorsed For Lung Ailments
Stillman Green of Malichete Colorado credits Dr King's New Discovery with saving his life after two doctors said he would not live two years. The ad touts it as the best home remedy for coughs colds throat and lung troubles with a money back guarantee and prices set at 30 cents and 1.00.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Raley’ & Co
Alliance Milling Co Purchases 400000 Bushels Ear Corn
Alliance Milling Co buys at once 400000 bushels of ear corn, signaling a major grain purchase. The purchase highlights scale of procurement and indicates strong demand in the agricultural market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alliance Milling CO
Do You Want A Farm Near Fort Worth Denton Texas
Promotes a farm development with winter gardens and healthy climate and easy terms. Advertises a next excursion to Fowlerton on Tuesday Sept 9 leaving Fort Worth at 8 40 p m via M K T lines from City Hotel Denton Texas, directed by J H McAnear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fowlerton
Fort Worth
J. H. McAnear
City Hotel
Denton
Texas
D&w
Conklin School Pens
Conklin Fountain Pen Co releases a school use fountain pen identical in every respect to their high priced model but smaller. It is a self filler with a diamond point 4 karat gold nib and sells for $1.50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conklin Fountain Pen Co
Local notices and movers among Lewisville residents
ADDITIONAL PERSONAL records brief departures and moves. P. Taliaferro visits Lewisville on business. Mrs J A Withers plans Garland home. Mr and Mrs W M Pockrus to Garland. Mrs J E Robinson returns to Garza after visit with Ki er. C A Williams travels to McKinney for John H Bingham funeral. Walter Madden of Amarillo visits en route to Marion College Alabama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Withers
Garland
W. M. Pockrus
J. E. Robinson
Garza
C. A. Williams
McKinney
John H. Bingham
Walter Madden
Amarillo
S. H. Madden
J. A. Minnis
Marion College
Alabama
Safest Laxative for Women Promoted by Dr King
Advert says Dr King s New Life Pills are prompt safe and do not cause pain claiming they suit women seeking gentle relief. Ends with promotional tone and unclear garbled text.
Millinery Parlor Invites Fall Styles Visitors
Mrs. Dickson's Millinery Parlor promotes new fall styles now on display. Phones listed for inquiries are 472 for new lines and 402 for old line. New hats arrive daily by express.
Local grocers offer scarce canned peaches and produce
Delicous home pack peaches in 3 pound cans priced at 45 cents while supplies last. Orders taken via phone from Furner Bros and Paschall's for groceries and vegetables. New fall millinery at Mrs. Dickson’s with two phone numbers for contact. Country produce and poultry available from B Duke on East McKinney Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elbertas
Mamie Ross
W. T. G. Potter
Furner Bros
Duke
East McKinney Street
W. T. Potter
Big Peach
Turner Bros
Candy Gift Promo at Curtis'. Nunnally’s Delicious Candy Offer
A promotional note urges buying Nunnallys candy at Curtis to please a loved one. It touts Delicate gift value, suggesting a box of Nunnallys candy expresses good taste and thoughtfulness. Available in pounds 85c and one dollar, sold on you.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nunnally
Dead Letter List for Week Ending September 7, 1913
The week’s Dead Letter List shows names under Ladies and Gentlemen categories to be sent to the Dead Letter Office in Washington, D. C., on September 21, 1913 if unclaimed. A one cent advertising fee applies when calling for letters, which should be cited as Advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bestie
Annie Daughton
Aureene Henderson
Lizzie Howers
Sunshine Summers
Ruth Write
Mattie Wright
Carrie
Armstrong
C. L. Bristol
Jack Cashion
J. N. Jolan
Chas
Hamilton
R. Harper
J. B. Johnson
J. T. McDan
Don't Let Baby Suffer From Eczema Anointment Ad
Sufferers urged to use Dr Hobson's Eczema Ointment for infant skin eruptions. A testimonial from Mrs Strubbler of Dubuque Iowa claims Haley was cured after trying one box, with doctors failing previously. Available at druggists or by mail from W J Raley & Co.
Notice for Music Students at 38 Bolivar Street
Miss Jessie Whittaker invites inquiries about terms hours and classification of music students at 38 Bolivar Street. Contact by phone at 184 for details and registration information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bolivar Street
Jessie Whittaker
Small fall hats take spotlight at Mrs. Joza Dickson show
Mrs. Joza Dickson invites shoppers to inspect the fall showing featuring small hats for ladies. New phone 472 remains in effect alongside the old 402.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joza Dickson
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