17 Aug 1917
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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1917
Page
1
The piece contrasts two farm ideologies: as a money making venture versus a home and service environment. It argues farming is rarely the best path to wealth but excels as a living place for families, education access, independence, and social service, if residents are content and willing to learn. Farm and Ranch.
Otis Cole and family arrived in Tom Bean from Midway by wagon after a seventeen day trip of 500 to 600 miles. Cole sold his interests there and plans to relocate but has not yet purchased land. He reports no rain since October and vegetation burned along the route until Grayson County, described as the garden spot of Texas.
Harry Brown of Denison visited Saturday afternoon and night, mingling with carnival crowds and taking part in the festivities.
The Sherman selective draft exemption board has issued a second call totaling 261 registrants to meet a 219 man quota. Names from Whitewright area include RK Elliott and Ernest Clark among others. The first seven must appear Friday August 17 at the Sherman courthouse, the rest Saturday the 18th. Denison board has not yet issued a second call.
A major Grayson County cash land transaction was completed when a deed was filed with County Clerk Nath A. Cox transferring 440 acres near Ambrose, the Hugh Tumulty estate, for 11 000. Purchasers are J Balch Moore and W T Burton, with former owners Catherine Lynch and Tumulty heirs. Tim Murphy of Denison acted as agent.
A barn on Scott Brown's farm two miles north of town was struck by lightning Thursday night of last week and burned completely. Feedstuff and two hogs were consumed. R W Jones lived on the place and owned the feed and hogs. No insurance on the barn contents.
John Savage tends the good road from this city to Kentucky town. He cut weeds along the route and will drag and keep it in shape until permanent upkeep is arranged by Commissioner Mathis.
Allen Lea swallowed carbolic acid in a personal crisis at his home south of town on Saturday afternoon. His life was thought to be in danger for a time, but he recovered and is now progressing well.
Reverend Henry Grady May preached at the Methodist church last Sunday delivering a profound and elucidating sermon reflecting his short tenure. Whitewright residents praised his sincere delivery as a good congregation greeted him.
An editorial compares France's 1780 aid to America with modern times, noting Admiral Duc de Ternay and Rochambeau led 10 ships and 30 transports with 5500 French troops. It highlights shared ideals, mutual support, and the enduring bond of alliance between nations.
Sherman hosts an old settlers picnic week drawing fair attendance from Whitewright and nearby sections. The event began Tuesday and will close Friday night.
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