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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1919
Page
4
Three Sherman residents announced bids for Grayson county offices in the next year’s election. They seek posts as district clerk and county attorney among other positions.
A digest of local commentary covers tax, banking, politics, and education, including critique of the term jokey for Van Alstyne jockey yard and a remark on Lady Astor's British Parliament seat. Obituary notes Mrs. George R. Nicely who died December 3 at 24 Oak Hill items mention her birth, marriage, children, and health.
The notice states that a customer cannot expect a rebate for excessive charges if the excess results from defective plumbing on the customer's premises. It emphasizes responsibility lies with the customer for internal plumbing issues.
The article notes fuel use nationwide and warns of possible hardships to avert an alleged unfair wage increase sought by miners. It emphasizes the broader impact on citizens before the pinch becomes real locally.
Superintendent H. H. Hooper of the Katy sent a representative to inspect drainage near the depot and adjacent warehouses. The inspector arranged temporary drainage work and recommended installing a large storm sewer to manage water carried down the tracks during heavy rains.
Farmers notice from W L White at Farmers Union Gin Whitewright announces a second car of Methane cotton planting seed. The seed is sound, well matured, machine culled and top quality, urging those who missed the first car to see him promptly.
The Sun invites readers to share birth announcements for the community before they reach reading age. Also mentions Nick's Cafe offering fresh buns and bread daily.
Frank Benton from the Burkburnett oil fields sought medical care for blood poisoning after a scratch. He operates a swabbing rig about twelve miles northwest of Burkburnett, earning $12 daily and working seven days a week, having saved a tidy sum.
A cheerful promotion urges customers to come early for a big holiday toy store spread. Mentions Johnson as proprietor with emphasis on timely arrivals and event excitement. No specific dates or places provided.
Ad claims a single effective Bromo Quinine tablet cures colds grip and influenza. Box shows E. W. Grove signature and price of 30 cents.
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