American Legion Met Monday Night in Whitewright
The local American Legion post met at Sears Auto Co sales rooms to discuss securing permanent meeting quarters. A plan to interest property owners in leasing space for a term of years was proposed, with a future celebration and a bid to attract 200 members. Tom Brown of Orangeville was elected delegate to the Houston state convention, and a meeting is set for August 31st at the Knights of Pythias hall.
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The
American Legion
Sears Auto Co
Legion
Sun
Whitewright
Tom Brown
Orangeville
Houston
K. of P
LO. O.F. Hall
United States of America
Greenville Trade Excursion Postponed To Monday
Greenville trade boosters and Hunt County Fair advertisers delaying visit to Whitewright due to rain. The group will depart Monday and arrive around eleven in Whitewright, with about 50 automobiles in the party.
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Greenville
Hunt County Fair
Whitewright
A Hard Worker Delivers Clever Clockwork Humor
A humorous exchange shows a laborer seeking steady work. He jokes about winding clocks weekly and tearing calendar leaves monthly, illustrating practical wit in light work discussion.
Accident at the Katy Crossing
Friday at noon a Ford driven by S. H. Montgomery collided with a motor car at the Katy depot crossing. A freight train on the east switch blocked sighting, two workmen in the struck car were bruised, two wheels on the Ford were knocked off, and a second workmen’s car was involved. Miss Tin Lizzie required hospital care for several days.
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S. H. Montgomery
Ford
Katy
Montgomery
Miss Tin Lizzie
Bailey Supporters Rally In Whitewright Speeches
In Whitewright over the past week judges from Sherman and Denison spoke for Bailey and Neff campaigns. Judge Maxey answered Bailey critics, Judge Hassell attacked Bailey, and Judge Adamson praised Bailey before a cheering crowd. Hassell's rebuttal drew laughter and Bailey chants from attendees.
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Whitewright
Rice Maxey
Sherman
Senator Bailey
Cal Freeman
Bailey
Maxey
Mr. Bailey
Jeff Hassell
Denison
Neff
Hassell
J. Q. Adamson
Return of man and wife from Oklahoma shocks Sandy Mush
A Sandy Mush Arizona resident reports a man who left two years ago has returned yesterday with a wife. The anecdote notes the curious reaction and asks whose wife she may be, reflecting local intrigue.
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Yor
Oklahoma
Sandy Mush
Ariz
If you have something to sell the Sun can help you
The Sun offers to connect sellers with buyers, inviting readers to place ads to reach a wide audience and expedite sales.
Methodist Schools Seek Thirty Million Campaign
The Methodist Episcopal Church South has formed a campaign to raise thirty million dollars for its eighty eight schools colleges and universities. Texas schools receive a large share led by Wesley College Greenville which will gain two hundred ten thousand dollars and endowment growth as total resources top half a million. Last year Wesley enrolled three hundred seventy five students and holds a class A plus rating as a National Junior College Association member. Dormitories are filling and prospects are for continued overflow.
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The
Methodist Episcopal Church
South
Texas
Wesley College
Greenville
National Junior College Association
Notice of Application for Letters of Testamentary
This notice to Grayson County Texas sheriffs and constables informs of J T Lewis filing for probate of the last will of Mrs M A Lewis in Grayson County Court Sherman Texas to be heard the first Monday in September 1920. It commands publication in a Grayson County newspaper for at least ten days prior and directs appearance to contest the application.
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State of
Texas
Grayson County
Grayson
M. A. Lewis
J. T. Lewis
Court House
City of
Sherman
A. D
N. A. Cox
R. O. Loving
Temple Ends Ten Day Rat Extermination Drive
Temple conducted a ten day rat extermination campaign ending Saturday with 2225 rats killed at five cents each. Wilbur Bell led with 538 rats earning $56.90 in total prizes and two special awards. Lonnie Liggons finished second with 481 rats earning $34.05 in prize money.
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Wilbur Bell
Lonnie Liggons
Piles Cured Fast with PAZO OINTMENT Ad
Druggists refund money if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles. Instantly relieves itching and you can sleep after the first application. Price listed.
Lost cameo ring item in Whitewright streets
Lois Henry seeks the return of a lost cameo ring reportedly lost on Whitewright streets. Land listings offer multiple tracts near Whitewright with 60 to 84 acres, level black land, good improvements, and bargain terms. The Sears Land Co. also advertises larger ranch tracts in Lubbock and Lynn counties and invites buyers to inspect.
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Whitewright
Lois Henry
Savoy
Lubbock
Lynn
T. H. Sears Land CO
For Sale Victrola and records in fine oak cabinet
Advertisement offers a Victrola with records, an extra large fumed oak cabinet, claims machine cannot be duplicated for less than twice the price. Invitees advised to see German & Roberts or write Box 431 Whitewright. Also seeking sales agents for hosiery with guaranteed product, pay 50c hourly or $24 weekly. International Stocking Mills Norristown Pa. 615.
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German & Roberts
Whitewright
International Stocking Mills
Norristown
Farm for sale near Whitewright with water and timber
For sale a 50 acre farm five miles southwest of Whitewright in a good neighborhood with fair improvements. The property has a fine water well, ample fruit for family use, some pasture and timber for firewood. Located in oil prospect territory, priced reasonably. J. S. Millsap, owner, route 4, Whitewright, Texas. Seplp.
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Whitewright
J. S. Millsap
Texas
Rat With Kangaroo Like Bark Seen In Texas Counties
M M Mills of Red Rock reports a rat species appearing in Caldwell and Bastrop counties. He describes three rat forms including a long tailed barker resembling a prairie dog, and others with varying leg proportions. The creatures eat crops and fruit and even corn and chickens. The Sun notes the report from Austin to the State Department of Health.
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Caldwell
Bastrop
M. M. Mills
Red Rock
Austin
State Department of Health
Pilot Grove News Church Adds Members and Visits
The Christian meeting closed Thursday with 25 additions to the church. Rev. Henderson of Little Rock assists. Various visitors arrive from Dallas Terrell Anna Whitewright and Tennessee with Mrs F M Sloan and sisters. Rev Mack Ownby of Deport preached Friday night.
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Henderson
Little Rock
Roberta Sloan
Dallas
Birt
San Antonio
George Reeves
Dalla
Terrell
Mack Ownby
Deport
Jeff Taylor
Cora Bradshaw
Anna
Fannie Garland
F. M. Sloan
Tennessee
Oklahoma
L. T. Garland
Whitewright
J. D. Garland
Ophelia St. John of Bailey
Mamye Butt
Blue Bird club hosts theatre party at Sears home
On Thursday last week Mrs. Byron Sears entertained the Blue Bird club with a theatre party. Guests arrived at 3 30 and were met at the door by Mrs. Robert Sears. At the dining room door Mrs. Grover Gillett served punch and Mrs. Roscoe Gillett handed each a numbered card. At 4 o clock the partners were chosen and the group attended a picture show for an hour. They returned for angel cake and fruit punch. Club Reporter.
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Byron Sears
Blue Bird Club
Robert Sears
Grover Gillett
Roscoe Gillett
Club
Habitual Constipation Cure Promoted by LAX FOS with Pepsin
Advertises a syruphonic laxative LAX FOS WITH PEPSIN for habitual constipation. Claims relief and regular action within 14 to 21 days with daily intake. notes pleasant taste and price of 60 cents per bottle.
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Wilson-Montgomery Hardware Co
Methodist
Temple
J. S. Melver
E. Whitewright
Howard Hedgpeth
R. May
Tyler Commercial College
J. H. Waggoner
P. A. Short
Sun Office
L. Jones
Olney, Il
Mary Hestand
West Main Street
R. S. Morehead
C. L. Terry
Denison Herald
Emma Lacy
W. E. Conway
Leonard, Texas
May Building
Kentuckytown
Pike Road
Pilot Grove News
Dodge Bros
Whitewright, Texas
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