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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1920
Page
2
Chicago April 9. Just before 7 a taxi delivers bricklayers to the Drake Hotel construction on Lake Shore Drive. More than a dozen cabs bring overworked workers in dungarees to curbside site. The men say riding taxis saves time and energy, and they dine at a nearby restaurant.
Mrs Benjamin F Blakeney of Decatur Illinois lauds Chamberlains Cough Remedy calling it the best medicine for colds and coughs their family has used. She notes giving it to her children for croup and that she has taken it herself.
Statement sworn April 9 1920 by publisher J H Waggoner of Whitewright Texas detailing ownership and management for the Whitewright Sun with address, names, and status. It lists J H Waggoner as publisher editor and business manager, ownership by J H Waggoner, and no bondholders or security holders of 1 percent or more. Notary Claud R Treerr notes commission through June 1921.
An old advertisement asserts that worms cause poor color and stomach issues in children and promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a two to three week remedy to enrich blood improve digestion and strengthen the whole system. Pleasant to take and sold at 60 cents per bottle.
A local editorial laments social tragedies. It cites a 17 year old white boy who cannot read and refuses schooling, and a white mother crushed by toil who cannot obtain glasses to read the paper. The piece condemns lack of access to education and healthcare as modern tragedies in the community.
We thank neighbors and friends for faithful aid in our sorrow and for the many beautiful flowers. May the Lord bless you all as we strive to live to meet our loved one in heaven. Signed by Mrs. A. Morris and others.
The speaker describes attempts to kill rats using poison and bait without success. He reports RAT-SNAP finally rid his home of rats within ten days, noting easy use and no need to mix with food. The ad promotes RAT SNAP in three sizes 25c 50c and $1.00, sold by local stores.
Will Looney, furniture and undertaking, urges customers to check prices before buying furniture art squares or rugs May he emphasizes value and careful comparison for informed purchase.
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