D JONES REPORTS TERRIBLE CONDITIONS IN INTERIOR MEXICO
O D Jones arrives in Denton from interior Mexico where Carranza forces run railways from Laredo to Tampico via Monterey and from Tampico to San Tunis Potosi. He describes widespread misery, drought, crop failure, and starvation among the poor, with many begging for work and forced to subsist on wild foods. He plans to stay in Denton until January 1 before returning to tend his sugar crop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. D. Jones
Denton
Mexico
Carranza
Laredo
Tampico
Monterey
San Tunis Potosi
Mr. Jones
Jones
Po Do Lax Liver Tonic Promotes Bile Flow
An old time medicine ad touts Po Do Lax as a superior liver remedy. It features May Apple as the active ingredient and calls the product the liver tonic with Vegetable Calomel. The ad promises no griping or nausea and urges a 50 cent bottle tonight for noticeable improvement.
Auto seat cover bargains from Gates Mfg Co sales manager
George McNiel of Gates Mfg Co Indianapolis advertises discounted auto seat covers tops and hoods calling old seers 129 for 45 cents each or per set with sales contact in Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George McNiel
Gates Mfg. Co
Indianapolis
Ind
Golf Club Seeks Charter Members Before October Fourth
A local golf club advertises no membership fees for charter members who join before October 4. Interested applicants should notify Grover Campbell at McCray's jewelry store. The notice costs 40 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Golf Club
Grover Campbell
McCray’s
Hardy Moore Undergoes Appendectomy in Dallas
Hardy Moore of Dallas was admitted to the Denton sanitarium Monday and underwent appendectomy Tuesday afternoon. He was reported Wednesday to be doing nicely with his wife Mrs Moore at his bedside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hardy Moore
Dallas
Denton
Moore
Grace Carlisle
Dr King’s New Discovery Ad Promises Best Cough Remedy
An advertisement touts Dr King’s New Discovery as the best cough remedy for colds, with a testimonial claim from personal use and family. The ad notes price one dollar and references honey buckets offered by Turner Bros.
County trades days plan unsettled for Denton area
Secretary Roark and Denton Chamber promote county fairs with Aubrey Pine Point and Sanger involvement. Talks favor Denton as site for Friday and Saturday events, with corn displays highlighted and prize money raised to support a Dallas fair exhibit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roark
Pilot Point
Aubrey
Boark
Denton Chamber of Commerce
Sanger
Denton
Dallas
World Record Pig Trades Day Feature
A pig raised by Raymond Williams near the city is poised to set a record at the Saturday trades day on Oct 2 if weather allows. The Duro Jersey pig weighed 347 pounds at seven months and 397 pounds fifteen days later, with experts predicting about 420 pounds at four days shy of eight months. Dr Craddock and livestock specialists anticipate strong exhibits from Boys Pig clubs and Girls Canning and Poultry clubs amid premiums secured for the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raymond Williams
C. H. Williams
F. J. Craddock
Cotton Cash Owed on Accounts Promised to Pay
A brief notice indicates an 14e payment offer on accounts by Amiecable Life Man to Frank. The message emphasizes immediate payment upon settlement of balances.
W. W. W. Rings All Styles and Prices
W. J. McCray advertises a wide selection of rings in all styles and at all price points offered by W. W. W. rings. The brief notices emphasizes variety and value for customers seeking jewelry options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. McCray
Plainview Man Recovering After Denton Surgery
W. R. Baxter of Plainview, operated on for appendicitis at the Denton sanitarium on Friday afternoon, was reported Wednesday to be gaining strength rapidly and expects to return home soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Baxter
Plainview
Denton
Piano Tuning by H. E. Starkloff This Week
H. E. Starkloff the old reliable piano tuner remains available for the rest of the week. Leave orders at J. B. Lehmitz. Ideal Waterman Fountain pens sold and guaranteed by W. J. McCray.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. E. Starkloff
J. B. Lehmitz
Ideal Waterman
W. J. McCray
County trades days set to showcase record corn entries
County organizers report years of effort in mounting displays with corn entries projected to surpass all prior shows. Saturday will spotlight general farm produce with many entries and county towns mounting special collections. Prize-winning exhibits will form Denton county’s display for the Dallas Fair in October.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aubrey
Dallas
Roark
Pilot Point
McClurkan
F. J Craddock
County Farm
Chamber of Commerce
H. H. Williamson
Agricultural and Mechanical College
T. A. McGathard
State Department of Agriculture
Denton County
City Commission Hears Bid For City Depository
At the monthly meeting the City Commission opened bids for the city depository for two years. First National Bank offered 4 percent on daily balances and overdraft charges, accepted as highest bid. Denton County National Bank offered 3 percent daily balances. First Guaranty State Bank offered 3 percent daily balances and 10 percent on overdrafts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Commission
Cty
First National Bank
Denton County National Bank
First Guaranty State Bank
City Federation
R. H. Garrison
Lee Williams
Neibert
Mayor Foreman
Evers
Whitlock & Milliken
Denton
Southwestern.Co
Ft. Worth
Austin Bros
Dallas
Foreman
Bernard Street
BBC
Wells
M. D. Fullingim
Hoffman
Commission
J. M. Gurley
City authorizes releases and street land transfers in Denton
Council authorized Mayor Foreman to sign papers clearing title clouds on lots and to transfer title to Marshall Street to Mrs H F Browder. A strip along Pecan Creek would be deeded to Browder for future street use. Sewer extension for West Hickory Street discussed amid funds limits from septic tank enlargement. Monthly water and light department report shows balances, disbursements, and listed accounts approved, including Denton Steam Laundry and local vendors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denton
Foreman
H. F. Browder
Marshal Street
Marshall Jagoe
Hickory Street
J. A. Freeman
W. A. Keeler
Record-Chronicle Ic
Record Cthronicle Printery
Spradlin & Lewis
Texas Blue Print Co
H. H. Hardin & Co
T. W. Leverett & Co
Anatin Bros
Dallas
Dr. W. BE
Denton Machine Works
Iron Milling Co
Denton Milling Co
B.port & Co
Wm. T. Fulton & Co
Maples
Taylorware Co
Tse
Texas
Dr Kine's New Life Pills Advert Horoscopes
Health advertisement touts Dr Kine's New Life Pills as a cure for sluggish liver and moody days. Claims to stimulate the liver and bile flow, improve bowel action, and promote vitality. Sold at 25 cents a bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Br. Kine
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Keen Kutter
Nettleton
Mam
Beckham’s Shoe Store
Nettleton Men's Shoes
People’s Home Telephone Company
Princess Theatre
Cess Motion Picture
Chmitz
Action
Clifford Stroud
First Presbyterian Church
South Elm Street
J. N. McParlane
D. D
Jessie Whittak
Studie
Donnhower
Geo. M. Hopkin
Emory C Smith
N. Side Sq . Denton, Tex
Arthur W. Palmer
Turner Bros
Armour’s
Vandyke Brooke
Wasin
Bud’s
Bids ' Soaepciak
Sanoen
McCrary Bros
W. Oak
D. Jones
Lipscomb's Drug Store
West Side Square
U.S
J. S. Terry
Hardware Company
South Side
Taliaferro Brothers
North Side Square
White House
White Swan
Carafa
Golden Sun
Maxwell House Blend
Undertaker
John B. Schmitz
AGRES
J. W. Hoke
Denton, Tex
Weii
Gover City Reservoir
GEO. M. Hopkins
Emory C. Smith
North Side
O. M. Curtis
Purity
Canova Coffee
Maxwell House Coffees
Francis
Scott Tailoring Company
West Court Sq
Palmer
Citizen’s Loan
Newton County National Bank
Rh. P. Lomax
Rov
S Express
Julian Scruggs
Water and Light Department
Wylie Smith
Paramount and Universal Service
Harry D. Carey
Jim
Ne Tune
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