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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1918
Page
2
A dealer emphasizes daily stock growth to transform the shop into a near new store. The aim is to satisfy local wants with service and quality in every sale. The prescription department is run by a graduate pharmacist.
R C Gilley known as Dick Gilley a Sherman police officer for ten years shot himself at his residence 911 East Brackett street He died instantly The inquest by Justice of the Peace R A McCrary ruled death from pistol shot wound Survived by wife Hattie and daughter Mable Gilley age 42 Gilley had moved from Gainesville twenty years earlier worked as cigarmaker and ran his own factory before joining the force under Chiefs Despain McAfee and Shipp
Seventy men from Board No 2 Grayson county are called to entrain February 28 for five days of movement to camps. The call affects 53 white and 17 colored troops including Thomas M Hicks Curtis E Reynolds Harley E Annip Joe Washburn K Crow Stanley Jerrymire C C Cox Bob Boyd colored and White Bud Andrews colored.
A car load of company coal was secured for White Wright after appeals to Division Superintendent Rosser by Mayor Echols and Agent Max Pope. The mine run coal was distributed to ninety four locations at $8.50 per ton, with $37.50 donated to the Red Cross to cover costs. A second car relief arrived later through the Farmers Union Gin Co, yet overall coal supply remains well below normal.
Anuric claims to cleanse the bladder and kidneys reducing rheumatic twinges and preventing serious kidney diseases. Discovered by Dr. Pierce, it is sold for 60 cents with a trial package option by mail from Buffalo New York.
Seagoville Texas peace officer T. J. Allen shares a testimonial about enduring lifelong rheumatism. A severe 1910 winter attack forced him to quit riding and seek lasting care, finding relief after about ten months with Doctor Pierce's Anume Tablets, praising Dr. Pierce’s Anurie.
Rev J F Fender solemnized the marriage of Cora Lee Hoard and James K E Payne of Dallas at the Hoard home last Saturday. The couple left for Dallas on Sunday as Payne serves in the U S Army Air Forces. Payne formerly attended Carlisle Military Academy and worked at Tenison Bank in Dallas before enlisting.
Quote laden reflection on honesty politeness and public conduct. It cites Secretary Daniels remark on Americans eager to give or get their bite and contrasts hosts with coal dealers and profiteers. The piece laments profiteers hoarders slackers and slickers across sexes and ages.
The Red Cross social at City Hall Tuesday evening was well received with a good program and a total contribution of 11.80. The entertainment committee earns praise for a successful event and suggests continued use of local talent for the cause. Miss Emma Lacy served as Secretary.
The church plans to hold its regular services next Sunday weather and coal supply permitting. Morning discourse titled Christians in Partnership with God and evening topic Man's Worth as Revealed in Christ. Pastor A. E. Mayor invites all to worship.
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