24 Apr 1914
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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1914
Page
1
A reflection on father and son, contrasting how wealth and judgment shape a career. The piece laments the tragedy of talented youths hampered by poor guidance and the woes of a gifted son trapped by a weak, failing father.
Data from the United States Department of Agriculture finds rural school attendance higher in areas with improved highways. Good roads states average 84 percent attendance versus 64 percent where roads are poor. 1910 census shows Texas school attendance at 58 percent.
The Sunday school reported 172 attendees with six new scholars and evening service at 8 00 pm Epworth League at 715 pm. The Missionary Society is repairing pews and maintaining church and parsonage. Whitewright delegates travel to Denison for District conference with Fitz Bryant and the Pastor on Thursday. The CMA faculty and cadets were welcome at morning service.
A New Upright Piano factory sample with stool and scarf is offered near Whitewright. The Leyhe Piano Co. will sell at a sacrifice on reasonable terms rather than ship back. Write promptly to Sherman Texas for this low price opportunity.
The Star Brand Shoe Company's Trade Booster advises local dealers that newspapers are the most economical and effective way to reach top homes. It says to plan a consistent campaign with news value, personal and truthful ads, and not rely on single or sparse inserts.
The Philatheas met in their room for the third time last Sunday with many present. We thank all contributors to the building of our classroom. Our roll numbers thirty, and we seek more pupils, including three new ones who have not attended in sixteen, seventeen, and twenty years. Please attend next Sunday.
A Sunday evening program at the Presbyterian church by Christian Endeavor Society featured a discussion on Conservation of Time led by Miss Eva Stillwell with talks by J. L. Dyer and Brother Fender. Next Sunday's program Our Tongues for Christ will include Leader Harold Watson, songs, Scripture Exodus 4 10 16, selections, and talks culminating in Mizpah Benediction.
Cotton Belt employees report a May start for motor car passenger service. Eight cars have been purchased and one may serve the Sherman division replacing train No 29 at 9 34 a m and No 30 arriving from the west at 4 44 p m. Mail and baggage trains Nos 203 and 204 stay in service. Schedule will be announced soon.
An advertisement from Dyer & Jones touts Liver-Lax as a remedy for constipation, claiming fast relief with simple use and available at the store.
The Mayor T B Moore proclaims Cleanup Days Friday and Saturday April 24 and 25 to remove rubbish and disease breeding matter. City Health Officer and Council join the call urging citizens to pile non burnable trash for city wagon pickup with no cost, aiming for a clean city.
The Washington Herald notes Texans who have never seen a moving picture show and jokes about Texas size and strength. The piece quotes opinions on government, suffrage, and public figures like Cyclone Davis, hoping for clarity on a Philippine assignment and wondering how Texas would fare without him.
The paragraph extols advertising as essential to sales and merit. It argues persistence with printer’s ink builds tunes, lasting recollection of quality beyond price. It calls newspaper ads the greatest business force and links hard work, advertising, and wealth for success.
The Social and Bible Study Class of the Methodist Missionary Society will meet with Mrs Bascom Sears on Monday afternoon at 3 30.
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