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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1914
Page
2
The Whitewright Sun lists Waggoner and Echols as publishers with the paper entered at the Whitewright post office as second class mail matter.
The notice explains that the printed date by the subscriber’s name shows the paid period and subscriptions expire on the first of each month. It asks subscribers to notify if the paper is not received regularly.
The paper lists pricing: obituaries and respect notices cost 3 cents per line. Church lodge notices and social events with revenue are charged 3 cents per line. Public benefit religious or fraternal meetings are published free of charge.
Notices state announcements under the Democratic primary to be held July 25, 1914. The text indicates official action related to the election process and eligibility procedures.
For County Judge Dayton B. Steed J. P. Leslie. For Tax Collector J. A. Jim Akers. For Public Weigher J. R. Carter.
Gunter a bustling Frisco town in southwest Grayson County will hold a ballot vote today on whether to incorporate. The outcome will determine its municipal status and governance structure under county oversight.
The Houston Post ran a seventy two page Sunday edition, noting that such large issues, while exceptional, are not unusual for the newspaper.
The Mothers' Club formed to render patriotic public service and aid the community as a whole. It asks for your goodwill and cooperation whether you join or not.
Hon Tom Perkins of McKinney announces he will not seek Congress in the Fourth District. Despite mentions and strong urging from friends across the district, Perkins states he will refrain from running.
Bonham newspaper reports the installation of a modern linotype machine to boost printing speed and improve the amount of content and typographical quality in the News. The upgrade signals progress and commercial expansion for the Bonham publisher.
Whitewright sent W H Horton W R Wilson J T Roberts J A May W C Cook R L Hayter W T Browning W P Cameron W T Truett and Chas Lewis to the Sherman prohibition convention last Saturday. Pilot Grove delegates were J H Pierce and Silas Durham.
The text praises the drag for quickly converting rough roads into smooth highways and notes its merits. It also points to a major handicap: lack of organization and systematic use in the local drag business.
The Sun notes the second edition of The Cadet a college paper by Carlisle Military Academy students. Editor in chief is Jack Nichols with staff assisting to publish the multigraph bulletin tied with a blue ribbon and printed monthly.
The piece notes that earlier cautions about road funding gave way to praise for government appropriations for roads, arguing more good is done and more people benefit than by pursuing costly navigation projects. The shift reflects renewed support for public road building.
Clayton West senior member of West-Cullum Co. of Dallas died at his home in Dallas last Friday. He was well known to managers and crews of printshops across Texas and his visits brought optimism and cheer. He died of consumption.
Assistant Cashier Jones of the Bailey bank visited Dr. Ray on Tuesday. He notes Bailey’s region is prospering though farmers lag in prep and planting. The bank held $130,000 on deposit amid a $12,500 capital, and comments on legislative efforts to curb parcel post changes to aid express companies.
National Grand Opera Company from Kansas City to Dallas last week on the Katy covered 517 miles in thirteen hours. The train reportedly reached speeds up to 70 mph in several spots and passed Whitewright as part of the Flyer while drummers awaited boarding. A traveling man quipped the through train honored Whitewright with farewell remarks.
The Sun prints a column titled Farmers Raise Flag of Truce attributed to Texas farmers but questions the reach of the views, noting the piece originates from an upstairs office in Fort Worth. Also announces Governor William F Robertson of Dallas for gratuitous insertion.
A L Groves, southeast of town, sent the Sun a fine supply of eggs from his pen of thoroughbred poultry. He runs a scientific and successful farm with thoroughbred chickens hogs and cattle and aims to elevate country life to a high standard. He requested we hold a fruit growing bulletin for him, showing readiness to apply good advice toward keeping two blades of grass growing.
Nurserymen urge February as the best month for tree planting. Several towns designate a tree planting week and ask residents to plant trees or otherwise conserve nature. The article notes Whitewright could benefit and calls for more shade trees on premises.
The tribute highlights Mr Bryan's deep character and justice, noting his sincerity and Christian principles. It also commends his tact with diverse people, business capacity, and mastery of relevant principles that have resolved many state department difficulties.
President Wilson extols William Jennings Bryan praising his definiteness and dignity and noting the pleasure and profit from close association. He says Bryan deserves confidence and affectionate admiration from those connected with him.
Mrs. Minnie Bond failed to prove her claim against United States Senator Gore of Oklahoma accusing an assault in a Washington hotel. The jury deliberated ten minutes and returned a verdict for Gore. The panel held the suit a conspiracy from the start.
C R Gray who was shot by E R Tatum at the Katy passenger station in Denison Tuesday died at St Vincent s sanitarium in Sherman Wednesday morning Tatum was granted bond in the amount of 8000 through the county court.
City Marshal T. K. McMillin remains critically ill at his College street residence. Doctors report that while he shows some improvement, new complications hinder recovery. Family and friends stay at his bedside as Frank McMillin of Claremore and several others arrive this week to be with him.
Henry Webster was appointed postmaster of Whitewright after a Washington message from J L Aston confirmed the Senate action. Earlier rumors tied Mrs Nova Little to an endorsement from Congressman Rayburn, but the President reportedly declined to appoint a woman. Webster, a longtime resident, is praised for competence and public service.
Poetic remembrance notes eternal sleep and rising with Christ. The piece envisions a blessed dawn at the Resurrection Morn and reunion in the skies. The closing line promotes Brents offering seed potatoes garden seed and onion sets galore.
A major blaze in Tom Bean at about midnight destroyed the lumber yard, post office, Tom Bean Times office, and Richardson's grocery. Most eastern business premises on the street were consumed. The origin was the lumber yard, following a prior fire on that side of the street. No loss estimates or insurance details were available.
Paul Mathulka of Buffalo New York praises Dr King’s New Life Pills as the king of all laxatives. The advertisement urges readers to get a box to feel well again, offering price and purchase by druggists or mail from H E Bucklen & Co. Philadelphia or St Louis.
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