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Newspaper
Record And Chronicle
Location
Denton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1909
Page
2
The notice outlines subscription rates for monthly and weekly editions and states mail handling details. It also includes publication postal classifications for Denton Texas and a section inviting corrections for any erroneous reflections upon individuals or firms.
Col Dick Wynne finally won one race while the Aurora Borealis hints at nature’s displeasure over the Cook Peary issue. A St Louis dispatch notes a rival anti horse thief group is unlikely to gain by a theft of a president’s horse in another city. Denton County farmers plan to roll and harrow wheat fields as part of dry farming with seed delayed until moisture returns.
The Record and Chronicle lauds the settlement of the street car matter and urges North End support for extending the line to the College of Industrial Arts. The paper says the extension would serve North Side residents, attract dividends, and better advertise the town while benefiting all citizens.
The article projects Denton County's cotton crop value rising due to seed price increases and lower picking costs. Last year 30,000 bales with 15,000 tons seed at about 13 dollars per ton yielded 195,000 dollars. this year 20,000 bales with 10,000 tons seed at 22 dollars per ton could reach 220,000 dollars, despite higher lint prices and reduced yield expectations.
The board issues two bulletins to teachers noting that spelling follows no fixed rule. It cites questions about why words like if stiff leg beg doubt lamb thumb and rough dough cough slough and bough spell differently, leaving children puzzled by the logic of English spelling.
The text discusses uneven vowel spellings in words like card and guard and predicts a future where simplified spelling becomes standard. It notes current simplification is ahead of past forms and suggests a spelling board will guide changes over generations.
Wiley Murphy shot his brother, killed his brother's wife, and then killed himself with a Winchester rifle at Burlington in Milam County. The alleged cause was insanity from typhoid fever. All parties were middle aged. Wiley Murphy was unmarried. the brother is expected to recover.
A testimonial from G. E. Huntington of Eufala Alabama praises Hunt's Lightning O'1 as the most useful household remedy. He claims it works for cuts burns sprains and insect bites with no equal based on his experience.
Master Graham Pierce recovering from illness as Denison and Sherman correspondents relay church revivals and preacher visits. Rev Bledsoe to visit First Christian church. Miss Elaine Lewis of Denton invited to join Kappa Alpha Theta at University. Wilson Hardware advertises plumbing supplies and services.
A fragment cites Dr. Abernathy urging care when kidneys are affected and claims Foley's Kidney Remedy improves kidney health, corrects urinary irregularities and tones the body. Garrison and Kimmins market the product.
A concise note argues that failing to advertise is a poor habit for any business or public service. It stresses proactive promotion to attract attention, build awareness, and drive engagement. The piece cautions against neglecting marketing as a key growth tool.
J. O. Monroe of Atchison Kansas urges readers to try Hunt’s Cure, claiming it will cure a larger percent of skin troubles, especially itching varieties, than any other remedy. He bases his conviction on personal and friends’ experiences.
The Palace Restaurant launches a trial offering new dishes and tasting menus to gauge customer reception. Chefs aim to showcase signature flavors while inviting feedback from patrons to refine the menu.
The final session of the District Christian Missionary convention is held tonight with a devotional and an evangelistic sermon. Speakers include J. C. Mason and J. T. Ogle. A. K. Scott and J. C. Eubanks led yesterday’s sessions. Honey Grove chosen for the next meeting with officers S. B. Frazer Hugh McClellan and Leroy M. Anderson named.
Edgar N. Bayliss of Robinsonville Delaware credits Foley's Honey and Tar for stopping a constant cough and curing consumption like illness. He says he recovered fully, gaining twenty eight pounds after starting the remedy narrated by Garrisony & Kimmins.
The report shows cash on hand and receipts through September 28 totaling 18 921.16 after expenses. An agreement in Isabel Griffin vs. R J Wilson et al directs distribution: Adone 1 760 lien on sold powerhouse, Millican and Deavenport about 11 000, all taxes, court costs and attorney fees about 2 400, 1 000 retained, remaining funds to Isabel Griffin for judgment, with the old Isabel Griffin judgment (~6 000) stayed and payment by next term. The receiver must not sue Fidelity Trust for usury. One divorce case Mrs Mary Alice Willis vs Ed B Willis was tried and awarded. Suits filed include minority disability removal ex parte J M Owens Jr Frankie Fay Pierson vs George Pierson Dora May Porter vs Jim Porter.
A Fort Edward man Alex Benton claims a neighbor with asthma was cured at home by Dr. King’s New Discovery and says the medicine also treated his son’s wife. The ad promotes the product as a universal lung cure with trial bottles and prices.
Sewer contractors have begun street repairs and aim to restore damaged streets and sidewalks to their original condition. Water from city mains is used to flush weeds and settle earth, bringing the surface to level with the road.
Denton residents are asked to enroll in the Chamber of Commerce to boost immigration and capital in the county. The piece notes good roads as vital, urges member outreach, and highlights Trades Day events and a Dallas Fair catalog drive, with information available from local chamber contacts.
The text discusses word usage in a contest derivation from Standard Business School and condemns proper names while endorsing dictionary words. It also promotes Hunt's Cure as guaranteed to cure skin diseases with claims of eczema tetter ringworm and similar troubles relieved by one application and cured by one box.
A scene titled Must Have Your Clothes from The Girl from hill played at Wright’s Opera House on a Saturday night in October. Performers delivered a lively act amid local audience attention.
An old advertisement touts Doan's Kidney Pills as a cure for backache and kidney ills for all ages in Denton Texas. The testimonial from Mrs. J N Puckett claims renewed kidney strength in children and adults, with Foster Milburn Co. of Buffalo listed as nationwide agents and pricing at 50 cents. Also notes wood delivery at $3 per cord by R J Wilson.
Pickard China announces arrival of new stock with beautiful designs to be seen in the front window for appreciation.
W. J. Bryan will not arrive in Lincoln until tonight but is expected to agree to a joint debate with Senator Bailey of Texas in Atlanta, after Bailey challenged him. Bryan has not yet been heard from as of September 29.
Sen. Bailey of Texas accepts invitation for a joint debate with William Jennings Bryan in Atlanta next month at the new auditorium. Bryan has not replied, but reports from Fort Worth say he will consider the invitation and set a date. The discussion will center on free raw material with broad partisan interest across states.
Of 487 banks reporting to the State Banking department 443 have adopted the new deposit guarantee assessment plan under the law. Bonding system to secure depositors has been adopted by 44 banks. Thirty banks have not yet reported.
Fort Worth Texas September 29 Howe Spencer aged 2 killed himself at his parents home by pressing the shotgun trigger with his toe. His mother tried to intervene but could not prevent the tragedy. The top of his head was blown off in the fatal action.
A pharmacist promotes Chamberlains Liniment at twenty five cents a bottle as a superior treatment for lame backs chest pains and side pain compared with plasters. Sold by J. A. Minns.
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