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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1920
Page
4
The Sun clarifies that notices of entertainments dinners and other benefits with admission or monetary consideration will be charged at regular advertising rates. Obituaries and memorials also incur regular rates. Corrections will be made if any erroneous reflections are brought to the publisher's attention.
The Sun discusses political races with references to Bryan, Bailey, Neff, and Bailey claims, notes wage rises for American Express staff, and warns of election timing. It mentions strikes, cost of living, and fair coverage of both campaign sides, plus a correction about a baseball trip.
The plank praises Democratic leadership in ratifying the Prohibition amendment and pledges effective enforcement of the law without increasing alcohol content or weakening provisions. It argues for honest, good faith enforcement and retains current prohibition standards.
Refrigerator advertised with a daily price drop of one dollar until sold. See Truett and Moore's window display for current reduced price and sale terms.
Purges and enriches the blood to give strengthening and invigorating effect. Price 60c.
W. W. Godwin, a former citizen of this place, died at Ft. Smith Arkansas last Monday and his remains were shipped here to be laid to rest in Oak Hill cemetery Wednesday afternoon. The burial service was conducted by the Masonic fraternity of which he was a long time member. He lived in Whitewright for years, moved to Oklahoma about twenty years ago, and later to Ft. Smith. He built the Gafford residence in East Whitewright and was 80 years old last January. He is survived by several children and many relatives from out of town attended the service.
A lighthearted note on hot weather wearing on energy and temper in the home. Baby grows peevish as teeth erupt and milk diet falters, while mosquitoes add itchy red bumps. The piece urges adults to share sympathy and keep the child entertained despite the heat.
The Sun invites readers to use its columns to announce buying or selling needs. The notice emphasizes clear, concise listings to reach a broad audience and stimulate local commerce. Listings should describe item or service, price if known, and contact method.
Mrs Martha Alverson wife of Uncle Dock Alverson died suddenly Monday afternoon at her home northeast of town from heart failure. She moved to Texas 28 years ago from Alabama and is survived by her husband and five children F W Alverson Ravenna Mrs Bell Stephens Mrs Docie McCoy near town and Mrs Sallie Collins Eastland county. Funeral service was led by Rev Henry Ball of Tioga at Canaan church with burial at Everheart cemetery.
In lighthearted quips the Dallas News jokes about Bluebeard ethics in old slang, comparing foreign art and homegrown styles, noting a wife’s fortune in a face and a granddaughter in a dish pan. The Sun requests clean rags for its mechanical department in a terse classified line.
Slim Pickens is happy at Tickville and works scaring flies at the Elite cafe. Musket Ridge sees a mule foot race, while Poke Eazley attends the Rye Straw rain. Sid Hocks ponders moving to Musket Ridge for a wider view. The Tickville photographer is accused of deceiving the public with a handsome Yam Sims image. Cricket Hicks shines in church choir, and Bound ing Billows grows into a town. A gourd dipper leaks, matches are scarce, and a voter seeks a match from Clab Hancock during a ride to the Democratic platform.
The internal revenue department rules that home produced fruit juices may be kept until they become vinegar, exempting cider from Volstead Act prosecutions. The column mocks the ruling, warning that hard cider can provoke extreme behavior and headachy consequences.
An old advertisement touts Colds Cause Grip and Influenza with LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE tablets. It emphasizes there is only one Bromo Quinine and features E. W. Grove's signature on the box. The price is 30 cents.
Mrs. Frank Roberts hosted the Blue Bird Club on July 29 with only members present, sharing conversation and music followed by brick cream and angel cake. Mrs. J M McMurry held a gathering August 5 in her new home, a business meeting elected Roscoe Gillett as a member, and sandwiches with grape juice were served.
All members of the American Legion are asked to meet at Sears Garage Monday night to discuss matters of interest. Returned soldiers and sailors who have not joined are invited to attend and become members.
The Greenville Chamber of Commerce announces a five day trade excursion to visit towns within thirty to forty miles. The group will arrive in Whitewright on Wednesday August 18 at 11 o clock in the morning. No fewer than fifty automobiles are expected in the party.
When you feel lazy or out of sorts and yawn during the day take Herbine to stimulate the liver aid digestion and purify the bowels. Price 60c sold by Dyer Jones druggists.
McCarty-Davis & Co offers a small sizes lot of ladies' oxfords valued at seven and eight dollars for two twenty five. Limited time to close out the lot, good for only a few days. Take advantage of it.
Mr and Mrs T E Barbee returned Wednesday from a visit to Lubbock where they spent time with relatives and friends.
John Cavalier of Austin is visiting John Holcomb this week, sharing time in a personal visit. Local sources note the pair plan various casual activities during the stay.
Emma Gordon visits St Louis this week to purchase millinery stock for the Hudson Davis and Co store. The item list includes clock and watch repair services at Dyer Jones drug store with Mrs R H Jay. Mr and Mrs Lon Manning and children left for Sulphur Oklahoma last Monday for a brief visit. For those with a needle phonograph Emerson records are available at Mangrum Brea.
Bryan Holcomb was a business visitor to Sherman Wednesday. Mrs. E. B. Fogle and her daughter Miss Birdie of Sherman are visiting relatives here. Emerson phonograph records are advertised as the best with a big stock for sale by Mangrum Bros.
Purity and healing power are the chief characteristics of Liquid Boro zone. It mends torn, cut, burned or scalded flesh with wonderful prompt ness. Price, 30c, 60¢ and $1.20. Sold
Mangrum Bros. offer Emerson records for sale noting there are none better. Any needle machine will play them.
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