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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1921
Page
22
A fire in the closet of Dr. G. J. Hornbuckle’s home around 11 am Monday caused several hundred dollars in damage. Firefighters quickly controlled the blaze, which spread toward the roof after the closet lacked a ceiling. Loss is covered by insurance.
The White Produce Company advises sellers to compare prices before selling their turkeys, promising better deals by shopping around. The notice emphasizes maximizing profits through informed pricing.
J L Dyer visited Dallas on Tuesday. Sherman store ads promote Penn Safety Razor and blades. Bert Ray of Caddo Okla and W B Hestand J C Robinson and B Legg visited Dallas. Mrs D H Martindale returned from Dallas. Mrs B B Kimbell visited daughter in Oakwood. Miss Sue King visiting Sherman. Mrs H L Durham visiting Sherman. Mrs E H Wilson from Dallas spent time with her father J R Fleming. Mrs G M McNeily to preach at Baptist Church next Sunday at 11 am. Nippon English and American china dinnerware offered by Leslie Hardware Co. Open stock and tool chests Velocipedes for boys.
Dr and Mrs R May visit son Lester May in Waco with family. Mrs Ed McMahon of Bonham visits mother Mrs T J Chenoweth. Sherman store ad promotes building sets bicycles football goods. Denison native Miss J T Crittenden visits sisters Susie and Maggie Noe. Elvie Eagleton visits relatives in Ladonia. Jewelry ad notes Lee Johnson offers holiday gifts. Miss Copeland a Kidd-Key College student visits Ran dolph relatives. Toys offered for girls and boys at Johnsons. Penn Safety Razor 39 cents ads recur.
Mrs M C Kerney of Brownwood is visiting her parents Mr and Mrs H L Webster. 666 cures Bilious Fever.
Community Silver items, including percolators and serving dishes, highlighted by Leslie Hardware Co in Sherman. The display showcases a range of household pieces for kitchen and table, inviting shoppers to explore quality tableware.
Mrs. C. B. Bryant left early this week for Sweetwater to visit her daughter Mrs. A. H. Fortner.
A box supper at the Can aan school house last Friday drew a large crowd. D A Ray auctioned the boxes, bringing in 58.51 dollars for the school board. The Grayson County Live Stock Association will meet in Sherman next Saturday to discuss plans for a pure-blood dairy cattle campaign in Grayson County.
The White Produce Co urges customers to check current pricing before selling produce. Local growers are invited to inquire at the company offices for latest rates and terms.
A readymade ad promotes a genuine Safety Razor at $1.00 with six blades for 39 cents from Manning and Clark, suggesting savings compared to barbershop prices.
Miss Allie Shook left Monday night to join her brother J. M. Shook at the bedside in Kansas City as he lies seriously ill.
A reader reports a Christmas bargain offering a genuine safety razor with six blades in a neat silver plated box for only 39 cents. The promotional note frames it as a great low price gift option.
Miss Roberta Sloan, teaching at Howe, spent the weekend here with her sister Mrs. Gilmore Webster.
D. M. Pope has sold his residence on West Grand Avenue to Dr. J. B. Birt of Pilot Grove who will move here after the first of the year to practice medicine. Dr. Birt has a good practice at Pilot Grove. Stock of holiday goods and prices are in line with the times and selling fast.
W. M. Parvin a farmer near Celina filed a voluntary petition in bankruptcy in Federal District Court at Sherman. He lists liabilities of 144,656.47 with 128,032.18 secured loans, assets of 138,455 and 25,755 exempt. Liabilities mainly consist of secured loans and personal accounts.
A brief notice from P. J. Pierce & Sons announces their cafe service, inviting customers to enjoy its offerings at the local establishment. The item emphasizes reliable service and a customer friendly atmosphere.
Rev. J. F. Fender was called to Honey Grove to conduct the funeral of Jim McKee on Monday. McKee was a well known local citizen and a relative of Mrs. E. P. Montgomery of this place.
Taxes for 1921 are ready for payment and must be paid at the city collector’s office located at the city fire station. The notice directs taxpayers to settle obligations promptly at the designated municipal location.
J. H. Biggerstaff is serving on the grand jury in the 59th district court, which was convened Monday morning.
The Boy Scouts of Whitewright plan to meet early Saturday, march down Main Street with hoes and rakes, and clean up the main business street and back alleys. The troop splits into two groups each striving to outdo the other in doing good works.
Mr. John C. Brooke of Mexico City and Tampico, Mexico, married Miss Hope Ball of Fort Worth last Sunday. After a visit to Mexico City they will reside in Tampico. The bride, daughter of Mrs. Minnie Ball, has lived in Fort Worth recently and held a responsible job. Friends extend congratulations.
Patrons can request their chosen maga zine at Pierce's Cafe and it will be prepared for them each month. The cafe offers monthly availability by name, ensuring steady access to the reader’s preferred publication.
Rev J F Fender received Emma Dee Randle's letter from Ohio confirming two Christmas readings at the Presbyterian Church. Scheduled are Christmas Day in the Morning on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in the Evening at the usual church hour. Randle is nationally known as a reader and impersonator and will attract many friends.
Advertises a filling station offering gas and oils with emphasis on variety and convenience. Mentions R. S. Morehead as the provider.
A buoyant, cheerful figure fosters mood across crowds. The piece urges bright conduct as a model to lift despondent hearts while wandering through busy marts.
A quippy verse about choosing cheer over gloom. The speaker urges adopting a bright, carefree outlook to uplift others and mask troubles with a contagious smile, contrasting joy with sour moods and urging action over lament. The poem preserves Mason's lighthearted, period voice.
Oil Mill advertises ongoing availability of cotton seed meal and hulls for sale. Contact information not fully visible.
Sympathetic lady asks what a boy did to his hand. The boy replies he sawed the top of his finger off. He says the injury happened while sawing. The exchange captures a grimly humorous moment.
The White Produce Company advertises offering the highest market prices for turkeys at all times, inviting farmers and sellers to bring in birds for immediate payment.
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