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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1917
Page
8
The State of Texas plaintiff versus H M Lane defendant in case 23459. A judgment for taxes and costs, six percent interest, issued January 4 1917, orders sale of property. The sheriff levies on the property and will sell on the first Tuesday in June 1917.
On the seventh month’s Sth day the sale occurs at the Court House door in Grayson County Sherman between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Public sale details are provided in the local notice.
A private in the Vermont regiment faced execution for sleeping at post. President Lincoln issued a reprieve and rode ten miles to deliver it, risking his safety on a hot day. William Scott of Company K fell at Yorktown, dying with a prayer for the president and praise that Lincoln was no coward. The chaplain’s tribute followed at burial as readers are reminded of unity in country and constitution.
The notice announces a public sale of 60 acres in the A Ewing survey Grayson County Texas to satisfy a specified judgment with interest and costs. Interested parties may redeem within two years by paying the amount paid for the property and any other lawful rights apply. The Sheriff of Grayson County directs the sale dated the 13th day of Norns 11 Nt.
Sioan's Liniment quickly eases strains sprains bruises and muscle soreness with a clear liquid that penetrates on rubbing. The ad claims it does not stain skin or clog pores and offers relief after strenuous work. Also lists cabbage and tomato plants for sale with mail order options from Marcus Connally Farmersville Texas.
Poem fragment by H. W. Longfellow urging endurance and unity as the nation faces peril and hope. The lines emphasize collective heart, hope, fears, prayers, and aspirations tied to the fate of the Union and humanity.
A brief line presents a quotation by C. D. Warner: A great nation is made only by worthy citizens. The snippet frames citizenship as a civic ideal central to national character.
An ad-copy promises a trial package of Moiey’s Honey and Tar Compound for coughs, cold and croup, plus Foley Whitney Pitts and Foley Cathartic Tablets. Readers are instructed to mail the slip with name and address to Foley & Co. in Chicago to receive the trial package.
A Bagdad Kentucky reader says his daughter was in terrible shape with kidney trouble and after taking Foley Kidney Pills she is completely cured. The ad claims Foley Kidney Pills strengthen weak kidneys, correct bladder troubles, stop rheumatic pains and back ache, and relieve sore muscles and stiff joints. Sold everywhere.
A brief classified item notes Riley Williams insures a living colt, offering coverage and related services. The short notice highlights a local livestock insurance service and ownership transfer potential.
A Cincinnati authority advises using freezone to dry and lift corns and calluses. Apply directly to tender areas for painless removal, with a small bottle costing little and not irritating surrounding skin. If unavailable, ask your pharmacist to obtain it.
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