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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1915
Page
7
A Whitewright outfitter invites ladies and townspeople to visit their store during the carnival period to view the new Spring merchandise. The ad stresses high quality, freshness, and a broad range for merchants, farmers, artisans, mechanics, professionals, and discerning ladies, promising they are head and foot outfitters.
Sunday’s Boy Scout gathering drew visitors including Assistant Scout Master Nunallee of Van Alstyne. Epting praised a life of influence while noting Whitewright Scouts lead Van Alstyne in scoutcraft by thirteen. A larger room is needed. a committee will seek space as two oclock 30 minute start is set with Walker leading.
An old advertisement promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a general tonic with quinine and iron. It claims to act on the liver drive out malaria enrich the blood and build up the whole system for 50 cents.
A letter from W. T. Truett urges Whitewright residents to beautify yards with flowers and shrubs while the city delays sewerage expansion due to tight money conditions. He argues improved yards will reflect well on the town and asks residents to act within 80 days.
Whooping cough relief touted with Pine Forest remedy claims quick relief. Advertises Dr Bell’s Pine-Tar-Honey for children, easing coughing spells and mucous. 25 cents at the druggist. Also mentions Electric Bitters Spring Tonic.
Whitewright diary records city election results with 252 votes cast. Marshal winners: J H Waggoner 107 and J T Roberts 145. Night watchman: W A Hamilton 143 over R W Conner 102. Aldermen full term: L P Sears 238, R L Holcomb 233, W C Cook 241. unexpired term: B S Montgomery 244. New officials took charge Wednesday. council includes Mayor T B Moore and others.
The semi annual convention of the Baptist Young People's Union convenes at Sherman Friday and Saturday of this week. It is expected that several members of the local Union will attend.
Miss Bessie Biggerstaff, daughter of Mr and Mrs J H Biggerstaff, wed Mr J F Benton of Dallas last Sunday afternoon with Eld G H Williams officiating at Mrs J L German’s home. The couple left for Dallas where a home was prepared. Benton, reared near Savoy, is described by locals as a fine, honest worker. the bride is praised as frugal and faithful. Mrs Claude Badgett of Bells visited here last Thursday.
The County Good Roads Advisory Committee has been formed by the County Commissioners and Judge. Members from four precincts are named to advise on expenditures and construction of the proposed county roads, ensuring fair apportionment of funds if the bond election passes.
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