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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1921
Page
5
Miss Sue King returns from Dallas visit while Earl Wallace from Dallas and Mac Duncan of Roxton are seen in town. Promotions include P J Pierce & Sons who offer confections and cigars. Greenbugs threaten crops. Mexico visit adds to local chatter. Various residents travel, shop, or plan sales, with notices of tire re-treading and millinery stock. Local church ties noted with Rev Epting preaching.
A lighthearted exchange reveals a husband and friend discussing a tense home scene. Mr Meekton explains his wife searched his pockets last night, finding nothing, while her reaction hints at the marital trouble behind the curiosity.
Mrs B Legg and Mrs J C Robinson attended a Valentine party in Trenton Monday night hosted by the Culture Club.
T H Lively returned Monday morning from a ten days visit to St. Louis and Chicago, where he went to purchase his spring stock of dry goods.
If your watch, clock or jewelry needs repairing or cleaning, take it to Dyer & Jones' drug store and have Mrs. R. H. Jay put it in order. All work guaranteed to give satisfaction.
Reverend Vernon McFatridge stopped by his parents Mr and Mrs F R McFatridge on Sunday en route to Cherry Mound where he preaches on the second and fourth Sundays while attending Burleson College at Greenville. Local furniture dealer W J Looney touts attractive prices on furniture rugs and art squares. Mrs W S Bell and her children of Paris visited sister Mrs D A Ray recently.
New spring hats are shown at Mrs. M. J. Long's millinery parlor inviting customers to call and view the new styles.
Mrs W F Sanders and Mrs J Ruth and daughter of Trenton are visiting relatives at Gainesville this week. The trip highlights family ties and local hospitality as they tour the city and plan short stays with relatives.
Friday night March 4 left a lasting impression in Whitewright as the Whitewright Public School faculty staged three one-act plays for the community.
H E Smith who recently bought the Brickleader Hotel is substantially improving the property and expects to continue upgrades to meet top trade standards. Chesley Rutledge, a young local businessman, has purchased a modern popcorn and peanut machine and now operates a permanent stand in front of William Cox's grocery.
Mrs. D. S. McMillin travels to Austin this week to join her husband, Senator D. S. McMillin, and will stay until the Legislature adjourns.
The Sun announces a strong Odeon Theatre program with a picturized version of Madam X, a story many have read. The feature is set for Friday March 4th at Whitewright public school, presented by the faculty. D R Montgomery has left Whitewright to take a miller position at a Greenville flour mill.
Spring is near and house cleaning begins soon. Repair that old furniture now so it will be ready for use when needed. W. J. Looney offers services at Woosley corner.
Mrs Lillian Dale Whiting wife of Dugan D Whiting cashier at Madill National Bank Madill Oklahoma died last Saturday Funeral services were held last Monday afternoon Survived by husband three children two sons and a daughter Attended by Mr and Mrs C W Bryant Mrs Floyd Everheart Monroe Bryant and Charley Bryant Whiting is a nephew of Mrs Bryant Also an ad for furniture conversion by W J Looney the furniture man with machinery to remake old pieces.
Legg and Butler announced the opening of the Superba theatre in Denison in the Denison Herald. They previously owned theatres at Trenton and Whitewright and acquired the Princess, renaming and remodeling it as the Superba. The Sun predicts strong crowds for the new venue.
A Friday March 4 faculty one act play event invites the public to attend. A Saturday February 26 sales event by the Ladies Aid Society of the Presbyterian Church offers pillow cases aprons and bonnets for sale to raise funds.
Local diners praise Pierce's Cafe for quality meals and consistent service. Customers say the cafe offers the best food in town and visit regularly to enjoy the menu and friendly atmosphere.
Central Christian Church invites Ex service members to attend a local American Legion post meeting Friday night in the May Building. The illustrated sermon for Lordsday evening outlines the theme and urges attendance. Read the want column for details.
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