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Newspaper

Record And Chronicle

Location

Denton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1913

Page

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Banking Ad Claims Old Depositors Attract New

A local ad asserts that old depositors will recruit new customers by sharing banking satisfaction. It invites readers to open accounts on the basis of sound banking and trust in past customer experiences.

The Denton County National Bank Officers and Directors

The Denton County National Bank lists its officers and directors including W. B. McClurkan as president J. L. Blewett as vice president B. H. Deavenport as cashier R. M. Barns as assistant cashier D. R. Turner W. J. McCra and J. F. Raley with G. H. Blewett also named.

The Denton County National Bank W. B. McClurkan J. L. Blewett B. H. Deavenport R. M. Barns Ass’t. Cashier D. R. Turner W. J. McCra J. F. Raley G. H. Blewett A. J. Nance J. €. Coit J. KR. Christal E. D. Curtis ED F. Bates A. H., Paine A. C. OW Isley J. M. Inge W. T. Johnson A. D. Turner L. H. Schweer H. F. Schweer W. F. Woodward

Engineer's grief over wreck kills engineer

Associated Press dispatch from New Haven reports Charles Doherty, engineer of the Springfield Express second section, died of heart failure attributed to grief over the Stamford wreck that killed six when the two train sections collided.

Associated Press Dispatch New Haven Chas. Doherty Springfield Express Stamford

Four Boys Born to Yates Family in Central Illinois

Four boys were born today to Mr and Mrs Pearl Yates in Central Illinois. Doctors say all of them are expected to live and be healthy.

Illinois Associated Press

Sherman cotton man estimates Texas crop at 3.5 million bales

A prominent Sherman cotton businessman, requesting anonymity, completed an inspection of the Texas cotton crop. He estimates the yield at 3,500,000 bales, noting heavy rain damage and widespread inferior quality across much of the crop.

Sherman Texas

Mystery Murder Probe Returns From Gatesville

Chief of Detectives Tanner returns from Gatesville where he investigated the July 28 murder of Miss Florence Brown. He found no evidence of value and declares the case an impenetrable mystery.

Gatesville Dallas Tanner Florence Brown

Cotton price hits multi year high in Waxahachie

In Waxahachie on September 26 a 160 bale cotton sale averaged 14 cents per pound, the highest price in years. The market showed stronger demand with buyers paying a notable premium for the lot.

Associated Press Dispatch Waxahachie

Sulzer's Defense Wins Ruling On Use Of Campaign Funds

The court ruled by a 49 to 2 margin that Sulzer's defense may present evidence showing whether contributors intended their donations for specific purposes. The ruling supports the defense in detailing donors' intended use of funds.

Sulzer Impeachment Trial Advances on Fund Testimony

In Albany on September 26 the Sulzer impeachment trial moved to a new fiscal fight as Judge Cullen allowed testimony about donor intent for campaign funds. The ruling, 49 to 2, opens door to evidence of large gifts from brewing interests. Witnesses testified Sulzer was seen as a poor man and donors sought to aid him. The case also explored whether misused checks and cash contributions violated law, with a decision on larceny reserved for later.

Associated Press Dispatch Albany Sulzer Cullen Lewis Conlon Conlon Daniel Brady Duncan Peek Jacob H. Schiff New York

Thaw Extradition Debate in Concord Over Indictment

In Concord New Hampshire a split among Gov. Felkers advisers emerges over honoring New Yorks extradition request for Harry Thaw. Felker seeks more information on a Thaw conspiracy indictment said to be handed up by the Dutchess county Grand Jury but not publicly published. Thaw, under guard, toured the streets for two hours as defense counsels ask for until October 6 to file extra briefs.

Concord N. H

Roanoke Citizens Back Interurban Plan

William Capps of Fort Worth proposes to join twenty donors with $10,000 each to fund immediate construction of a Fort Worth Denton interurban line. The plan draws enthusiastic support from Roanoke residents who see rapid regional rail service as beneficial.

W. P. Davis Roanoke Ft. Worth Fort Worth-Denton Denton Mr. Davis Keller Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce Dallas Capps

Fort Worth Interurban Scheme Receives Local Interest

Roanoke residents pledge enthusiasm for a Fort Worth Denton interurban line. W P Davis says Denton Keller and Fort Worth should form a committee to push the project while William Capps offers to be one of twenty at ten thousand dollars each. The effort aims to unify Fort Worth with surrounding communities to ensure rapid railroad style travel and regional growth.

Rainfall Approaches Month Record in Dallas

Rain fell all day in Dallas with a daily total of 2.144 inches. The September rainfall for the month reached 7.48 inches, nearing the 1900 record of 7.67 inches, while the long term September average stands at 2.61 inches across the past twenty two years.

Dallas

Fire in Bruceville oil mill seed house causes heavy loss

Associated Press dispatch from Waco reports a blaze at the Independent Cotton Seed Oil company mill in Bruceville destroyed the seed house and left about 825,000 in damage. The fire was still burning in the seed today.

Bruceville Associated Press Dispatch Waco Independent Cotton Seed Oil Company Here

First South college daily debuts at State University

The first issue of the South's first college daily went to State University students in Austin on September 26. It will publish six days weekly. Ralph B. Feagin of Livingston is editor in chief and Jerry S. Fowler of Denton is business manager.

Austin South The State University Ralph B. Feagin Livingston Jerry S. Fowler Denton Business Maypager

Torrential Rains Damage Louisiana Rice Crops

Torrential rains since Thursday have damaged the Louisiana rice crop by several hundred thousand dollars, causing concern at Lake Charles as fields suffer losses and farmers assess damage from the storm.

Louisiana Associated Press Dispatch Lake Charles

Superior Laundry Service Promises Lustrous Finish

The advertisement touts thorough washing and cleansing to remove all dirt, with a pride in a lustrous finish on every article. It invites customers to try the laundry once and stay for the quality and price.

Weather forecast for Denton and vicinity

Tonight brings rain and colder air for Denton and surrounding area. Saturday looks fair with a mild range. Thursday temperatures ranged from 62 to 78 degrees with precipitation reported at 1.56 inches.

Denton and

Miss Earl Clark Receives North Texas Normal Number 888

Miss Earle Clark of Blooming Grove earns Number 888 in the North Texas Normal College enrollment this year. The three figure tag tradition began years ago with Number 333 and has continued as enrollment numbers rose through 444 555 666 and 777. The next milestone would be Number 999, anticipated this term.

Earle Clark Blooming Grove North Texas Normal College Miss Clarke

Johnson assault case headed for jury tonight in Spencer court

The Johnson case likely to go to a 10 juror panel tonight if Judge Spencer holds a night session amid heavy attendance and scarce seating. Prosecution witness Miss Vendetta Holloman testified after Mrs. Simmons, and the defendant began his direct examination before the defense rested. Two dismissed cases and upcoming weeks’ docket were noted as Judge Spencer is replaced by Judge W M Peck from Sherman Monday.

Johnson Spencer Senator Lattimore Fort Worth John T. Simmons Mession Vendetta Holloman Lattimore L. H.williams Roger Pepper Williams Pepper Thomason McDaniel

Sting of wasp kills Lady Molesworth in England

Trewarthernic England September 26 Lady Molesworth died within twenty minutes from a wasp sting in the jugular vein. She was formerly Miss Jane Frost daughter of Brigadier General Frost of the U S Army and the widow of Sir William Molesworth.

Associated Press Dispatch Trewarthenic England Lady Molesworth Jane Frost Frost U. S. Army William Molesworth

Differences Over Cotton Tax Widen in Senate House Conferees

Senate conferees propose to drop the tax issue while House conferees refuse. The rift between conferees widens as disagreements over the cotton tax deepen, threatening broader split.

Senate Conferees Propose Cotton Futures Tax Drop

The Senate tariff conferees proposed to drop the cotton futures tax but House members refused. Differences on this subset widened the breach between the two houses on other questions.

Associated Press Dispatch Washington Senate House

Illinois newspaperman named Russian ambassador

Washington dispatch reports H M Pendell editor of the Peoria Star is selected as ambassador to Russia and his confirmation is anticipated shortly.

Illinois Associated Press Dianatch Washington H. M. Pindell Peoria, Ill Russia

Tariff Conferees near report as cotton tax lingers

Washington conferees plan to report the tariff bill tomorrow with the cotton futures tax issue unresolved. Zinc lead cotton cloth and cotton yarn rates and wool schedule timing also remain unsettled as the House and Senate debate immediate versus staged implementation.

Washington House Senate

Currency bill amendments urged by Hulbert and Fisher

Edward D. Hulbert of Chicago and Yale professor Irvine Fisher endorsed the administration currency bill before the Senate committee. Both proposed amendments to adjust proposed methods and hearings on the measure were indicated to continue indefinitely.

Washington Edward D. Hulbert Chicago Irvine Fisher Yale Senate

Eight Children Die In Burning House Trudel Family Tragedy

Eight children of Alice Trudel died in a three story frame home fire in Ouebec when flames trapped them on the top floor. Alice Trudel her husband and oldest son Antonie escaped badly burned with the wife possibly dying.

Associated Press Dispatch Ouebec Alice Trudel Trudel Antonie

Carson says no compromise on Ireland Home Rule

Sir Edward Carson, leader of Ulster anti home rule, declares the bill cannot be compromised. Ulster must be excluded or governed as a conquered province. He warns Ulster may resist the British forces and threaten British order.

Belfast Ireland Edward Carson Ulster

Pennsylvania Railroad to Sell All Anthracite Coal Holdings

President Rea announced the Pennsylvania Railroad board has decided to sell the entire anthracite coal holdings, part of the system for forty years, in Philadelphia.

Pennsylvania Railroad IPS Associated Press Dispatch Philadelphia Rea The Pennsylvania Railroad Today

San Antonio Physician's Killer Hanged for Murder

John son, the man who killed Dr. Augustus Maverick while defending a servant girl against him, was executed by hanging in San Antonio today September 26.

Associated Press Dispatch San Antonio Bee Johnson Augustus Maverick Johnson

Fall Stock Clearance Offer

A local retailer promotes bargains with five cents off each can to clear space for new fall stock. The message emphasizes best quality goods and savings for customers.

Deputy Kills Fellow Officer In Alabama Hold-Up

In Montgomery Alabama Deputy Cope shot and killed Deputy Bonner during a sheriff’s chase after a train robbery near Cottondale. Two suspects cut the engine cars and dynamited safes, believed to have net $850000 as authorities search the region with over a hundred officers.

Associated Press Dispatch Montgomery Ala Alabama Great Southern Express Journal Bonner Birmingham Cope Cottondale

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