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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1912
Page
2
Public notice from The Record and Chronicle of Denton Texas dated September 11, 1912. It states corrections policy for erroneous reflections about firms individuals or corporations appearing in its columns and requests notification to publishers.
The piece weighs Maine turnout projections for North Texas Normal and the C I A, notes on local sidewalks, and shifts in voter sentiment as prohibition wanes. It critiques Taft's Mexico stance, Harold Wilson’s presidential bid, and Democratic strategies in New Jersey and New York, highlighting party dynamics and possible war impact.
The ad extols Electric Bitters as vital for leaders of large enterprises, claiming they restore energy and health. A testimonial from Chas. B. Allen of Sylvania, Ga praises relief from rheumatism liver trouble stomach disorders and kidney issues after using four bottles. Available for 50 cents at J. F. Raley & Co.
Turner Bros advertises fresh peato chips arriving twice weekly. The notice emphasizes quick service and local supply.
Readiness is described for a county Sunday school rally at the Methodist church south of town. Officials and guests include General Secretary and Mrs. Wiggins and Dr Eby. Sessions run 9:30 to noon, 2:30 to 5, and 8 to 10 PM with a largely informal program. Turner Bros prompts readers to place orders by phone.
A Aubrey trimmed report lists Roy Schlemeyer Way in Fort Worth and Geers of Ardmore among visitors. Other entries include funeral attendances, marriages, and moves to Nocona and Alvord. Notable events mention the death of a wife in a kerosene stove accident and.family notices amid travels between Pilot Point Gainesville and Dallas.
An ad extols three toilet soaps as "positively bargains" offering value to buyers, suggesting the seller could dominate the local market if Denton residents fully realized the deals.
The notice advertises Harmony Rose and Harmony Violet glycerine soaps with Grenorio Castile in 602 cakes offered at three for 25 euros. It invites readers to try one.
The body of Henry Pickett, a long time Roanoke resident, was found near the elevator with a 22 caliber target rifle nearby. Authorities say he died from a self inflicted gunshot before midnight, with an inquest returning death by own action. Funeral plans were pending as Roanoke prepared for burial.
Efficient use of two extinguishers near the Taylor Brothers gin near the depot averted a costly fire Wednesday forenoon at 11 30. A match in a wagon loaded with seed cotton being unloaded likely started the blaze, igniting the top of ten to fifteen bales. The scorched cotton at the top caused most damage, while the gin remained in normal operation.
Avator Lieutenant Zeilbert died when his aircraft crashed during a scouting maneuver in Dresden Germany today. News reaches indicate the incident occurred September 11 with Zeilbert perishing on the scene.
Austin Sept 11 Judge A W Terrells body will not lie in state as planned but will be buried from the church tomorrow afternoon.
Torrential rains since Saturday drenched Tampa Florida with 14.06 inches, setting a two decade record. Damage runs to several hundred thousand dollars and rises about 7000 dollars daily as suburbs flood and high tides threaten seawalls and seaside resorts.
Wake ton Sept 10 Mrs Jarngn is treated for blood poisoning from a calf bite on the finger and may lose the finger. Other notes include visits, illnesses, travels, and local social items such as Mrs Benson staying in Sherman, typhoid fever cases, musical entertainments, and several townspeople moving about.
In Rector on Sept 10 progress in cotton picking is slow due to a shortage of labor. The crop is not as robust as hoped because August rains caused shedding. Local events include an ice cream supper by the W O W Circle and Rev W H Day preaching another year at Stewart Creek.
Hap and Jo explore a country estate as a card room door opens and Natalie faints during a disturbance. Jo suspects a thief among Mrs Sargent and Mrs Higginson, with hints of a possible female culprit. The scene ends with Jo planning to question the duchess about any lost items.
The narrator visits Natalie after a fainting spell to confirm she did not lose any jewels. Natalie sits by a window and greets him warmly, inviting conversation. He asks if she missed jewels, and she denies any loss, easing his concern about a prior incident.
Natalie confesses she wore jewels and hid a jewel box. the ruby is missing and Minette appears innocent. Natalie suspects Mr. Abbott due to an emerald bracelet, while Laura argues Abbott may shield someone. The narrator plans to guard herself, then awaits the detective and a trial, ending with a dream of emerald bracelets turning into snakes and a prison cell.
The narrator, waking at first light, spots Winthrop on the lawn and notices a crouching Thomas nearby. A mysterious overhead noise and a later sighting lead him toward the gallery to confront the unidentified intruder, fearing Duke’s suite nearby.
An advertisement touts Pape’s Diapepsin as a fast, harmless remedy for upset stomachs. It claims rapid relief from sourness, gas, belching, indigestion, and dyspepsia and urges readers to keep a fifty cent case at home for immediate aid.
Rain is badly needed as cotton harvests proceed. Local visitors include Miss Moore of Denton and Mrs J D Patterson with children of Bonham. A baby boy was born to Mr and Mrs Tobe Jones on September 4. A Methodist church meeting closed successfully with Rev Sooter in charge and Mr Fry of Commerce leading the singing.
A claimant promotes a home asthma cure and a free trial treatment from Frontiers Athma Company in Buffalo New York. The notice invites readers to try a grocery service during September and asks to contact T C Sample at East Side Square.
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