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Whitewright Sun

Location

Whitewright, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1922

Page

5

Remains of Henry T Dunnaway Buried at Pilot Grove

Henry T Dunnaway 79 died at a Sherman hospital Tuesday night and was buried this afternoon at Pilot Grove cemetery six miles south of Whitewright. A former Gray son County resident, he lived in Collinsville and Sherman. He served as Texas House sergeant at arms last session and earlier as assistant sergeant at arms. He was an Odd Fellow and Mason. the latter led the funeral rites. Surviving children live in scattered areas. T H Sears returned from Lubbock after visiting his son Ona Sears awaiting an appendectomy recovery is progressing well.

Henry T. Dunnaway Sherman Pilot Grove Whitewright Mr. Dunnaway Grayson County Collinsville Texas House of Representatives Dunnaway

Sale of D A Norman garage by bankruptcy trustee

The D A Norman garage known as Roberts Garage will be sold to the highest bidder Friday at 2 PM by trustee J H Reeves. Norman bought the business recently but bankruptcy followed after involvement in land deals. Stock and fixtures total 10 300 to 10 400 with shop tools 3860 and accessories 3842 75 office fixtures 968 83 and accounts 1630 27. Mrs Horace Thompson underwent a serious surgical operation Tuesday at home performed by Dr Gundy and Drs May May. The operation was successful and she has a fair chance for recovery. She is doing as well as could be expected.

D. A. Norman Roberts Garage J. H. Reeves Norman Horace Thompson Gundy Sherman May & May

Local visitors and church services note in Madill and Savoy

Dr. and Mrs. Ballard and Rev. Adams of Madill Oklahoma were guests of Dr. and Mrs. R L Sears Sunday. Rev Adams preached at the Methodist Church Sunday morning. Rev K R Isbell of this place filled Adams pulpit at Madill Sunday. Josh May of Savoy visited relatives here Wednesday.

Ballard Rev. Adams Madill Okla R. L. Sears Adams Methodist Church K. R. Isbell Josh May Savoy

Wisdom to Run for Grayson County Tax Collector

H M Harve Wisdom of Sherman announces candidacy for Grayson County tax collector in the coming primary election. He has served as an assistant in the collector’s office for the past four years.

H. M Harve) Wisdom Sherman Grayson County Wisdom

Marrietta Visitors Named J L Kirkpatrick May and Alverson

J L Kirkpatrick Dr Ross R May and Frank Alverson were Marrietta Oklahoma visitors Sunday.

J. L. Kirkpatrick Ross R. May Frank Alverson Marrietta,Okla

Nicholson announce birth of daughter last Friday

Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Nicholson announce the arrival of a baby girl born last Friday.

Local Social Notes Highlight Community Visits

Miss Myrtle Harris of Nobility visits Mr. and Mrs. R L Holcomb this week. Glendon Cox, in Dallas, spends Sunday with his mother. Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Bryant of Madill, Okla, visit relatives. Mr. and Mrs. Lois Lively of Bonham spend Sunday with the Spindles. The Pope and Sherman families host gatherings. Miss Francis Wilson guests of Miss Selma Farmer. Five dozen spring pins sold at Johnson's for 25 cents. Mrs. S E Marshall and granddaughter Mrs. W C DuPuy of Crockett visit relatives here.

Myrtle Harris R. L. Holcomb Glendon Cox Dallas J. H. Cox Marvin Bryant Madill, Okla

Local Visits Include Out-of-Town Guests and Births

Forrest Shannon of Sherman visits his cousin Mrs Max Powell while Denison residents Mr and Mrs T E K Arterberry spend Sunday with Mrs Arterberrys parents. D S McMillin and Buford Barton families report a girl born on the 19th. Mrs Charles Enderby and Miss Lillian Strader of Gainesville visit Dr and Mrs R May. Ex-superintendents T E Goff and Chas Denton stop by Wednesday. Lee Cassetty family announce a girl born on Geo Washingtons birthday February 22.

Forrest Shannon Sherman Mrs Max Powell Buford Barton Charles Enderby Edwin May Lillian Strader Gainesville R. May Lee Cassetty Geo. Washington

J J Jopling Visits Sister and Family

J J Jopling of Anderson is visiting his sister Mrs J C Parsons and her two young daughters who are living with Mrs Parsons during the stay.

J. J. Jopling Anderson J. C. Parsons

Elder J. A. Dickey Preached at Sherman Church

Elder J. A. Dickey of Sherman preached at the Church of Christ last Sunday morning and evening, delivering sermons that addressed faith, conduct, and community.

J. A. Dickey Sherman Church of Christ

Brannon Couple Visited Garland Wife with Cox Family

Mr and Mrs George Brannon of Garland spent Sunday and Monday here with the latter s mother Mrs J H Cox.

George Brannon Garland J. H.’ Cox

R S Morehead Offers Quick Casing and Tube Repairs

When your casings and tubes need attention we are prepared to fix them right R S Morehead advertises prompt service and expert repair for industrial components and equipment.

R. S. Morehead

New York Bargain Store Opens Saturday in Devonport

A new retailer takes over the Mitchell Bros. stock in Devonport and will open Saturday morning as New York Bargain Store. Four stores run by Mr. Devenport include Sanger Pilot Point Whitesboro and Whitewright, with a full stock of goods on opening day.

Devonport Mitchell Bros New York Mr. Devenport Sanger Pilot Point Whitesboro Whitewright

Repair Shop Ad for Old Shoes by Morehead

Weather prompts a shoe repair ad by R. S. Morehead touting best materials and workmanship to fix worn footwear.

R. S. Morehead

Sheriff Candidate Floyd Everheart Visit

Floyd Everheart of Whitewright visited Monday in Grayson County seeking sheriff nomination. The Van Alstyne Leader notes his agreeable demeanor and confirms the meeting with local supporters.

Floyd Everheart Whitewright Grayson County Mr. Everheart van Alstyne

Washington's Birthday Observed by Local Schools

Whitewright public schools post office and banks closed for George Washington's birthday. Arbor Day program at grammar school on campus featured grades with songs readings and tree themes. Cantata Jerusalem to be performed at 7 p m with city voices. pastor G M McNeilly invites all to attend and reflect on Sunday.

Whitewright George Washington Joe Hestand Jerusalem

Worship Schedule at First Baptist Church

The First Baptist Church lists morning worship at 11 a m and evening service at 7 p m with Sunday school at 10 a m and senior and junior B Y P U at 6 15. The morning sermon title is The Highway of Life and the Broadway of Death.

Sr. and

Wilt Thou Kill Weeds Says Farmer Sassafrass

A farmer and a child debate weed control with the farmer claiming Widow's weeds wilt easily when asked to say wilt. The playful exchange features Flickers of Farmer Sassafrass and a lesson on plant care.

Sassafrass

When you have something to sell advertise it in The Sun

Advertisement guidance notes suggest placing a sale notice in The Sun newspaper to reach readers. The text emphasizes promotional use of the paper for classifieds and commercial listings.

Want Column Ad Rates and Supplies at The Sun

The Sun advertises that its Want Column is read by all and offers 25 word ads for 25 cents per issue. It also sells typewriter paper sized 8 14 by 11 inches at the Sun office, claiming lower prices than elsewhere.

Sun “Want Sun

Whitewright couple weds in Sherman Park

Sherman Feb 21 The West Perrycan street city park hosted a simple ceremony for Whitewright residents George Burnham and Miss Clara Horton united in marriage. Rev J H Baxter officiated noting it was the second wedding in that park setting. The bride is daughter of Mr and Mrs W H Horton. groom a local farmer. The couple receive congratulations from friends as the surprise announcement spreads.

Sherman West Pecan Street Whitewright George Burnham Clara Horton J. H. Baxter Rev. Baxter W. H. Horton

Negro foreman serves in Travis County jury trial

Bristow Gates, an aged white-haired Negro, acted as foreman in a Criminal District Court jury for a Mexican defendant in Travis County. A second Negro served on the jury, marking the first such occurrence in the county's history.

Criminal District Court Travis County Bristow Gates

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Bladden Choctaw County Alabama Dyer & Jones Ferroline Medicine CO Dyer @ Jones Rexall Store T. H. Sears Lubbock Ona Sears Ona Johnson’s Lois Lively Bonham Grady Spindle R. H. Jay of G. W. Pope D. M. Pope Francis Wilson Selma Farmer Denison Kay Kimbell B. B. Kimbell S. E. Marshall W. C. DuPuy Crockett T. EK. Arterberry of T. E. Goff Chas. J. Denton Whitewright Lumber Co Attr Wort Vance L. LaRoe & Co Gallaher & Son Eastman Kodaks Jacob’s Washington Arbor Day Golia Carter John Webster Lucile LaRoe G. M. McNeilly First Baptist Church Sherman Park
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