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Whitewright Sun

Location

Whitewright, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1916

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Care of Insane Will Be Investigated

University of Texas reports Rockefeller Foundation funds 22800 for a 16 state survey on the care of the insane. Texas included, Dr Clarence S Yoakum proposed to direct Texas efforts. Yoakum’s UT Bulletin on care of the insane and feeble minded in Texas is widely read. Knowledge is power. A congenial husband is one who lets her have her own way.

University of Texas Rockefeller Foundation Texas Clarence S. Yoakum Yoakum University of Texas Bulletin

Two Katy Engineers Die In Texas Train Wreck

In Henrietta Texas at 1 50 p m a derailment of Missouri Kansas Texas passenger train No 12 on engine No 223 killed traveling engineer Oscar E Cassidy and engineer James T Alder both Denison residents. Cassidy had served as engineer since 1899 and was recently promoted to traveling engineer. Alder had thirty three years in Katy passenger service and is survived by a Denison wife and two daughters in California.

Henrietta Texas Oscar E. Cassidy James T. Alder Denison Cassidy Wichita Falls Engineer Alder

Rayburn Outlines Defense Views and Moderation

Washington February 15 Representative Sam Rayburn stated that preparedness has varying meanings and endorsed a balanced defense approach. He opposed continental army schemes, welcomed abandonment of mandatory service, and urged stronger coast defenses, militia, and a larger regular officer corps to train volunteers. He favored a substantial submarine program over battleships, aiming for a well balanced navy ready for action.

Washington Sam Rayburn Germany Bryan Texas Continental Army Garrison Committee On Military Affairs William Nebraska

Prohibition Election Planned in Bowie County Texarkana

Texarkana Arkansas February 15. The commissioner's court in Boston granted the liquor petition and ordered a prohibition election for Bowie county to be held March 1. The west half of Texarkana lies in the county. The county has been dry since April 15, 1910. Voters chose dry by 140 margin four years ago. Prohibition leaders will organize immediately and push an aggressive campaign. Canvassing will cover every county area while antis vow a strong fight signaling a heated contest ahead.

Texarkana Ark Commissioner's Court Boston Bowie County Prohibition

Courtship Tales Hit Matrimony Turbulence

A light column suggests that many courtships fail to endure marriage as couples face practical strains and expectations at the outset of joining lives together. The piece hinting at social norms and romantic ideals reflects dated attitudes toward relationships.

Randell Enters Democratic Candidacy for Texas 4th District

Sherman attorney Andrew L. Randell, 35, announces his bid for Congress in the Fourth District. A Princeton graduate and Sherman Chamber of Commerce president, Randell cites duty to public service and Democratic leadership, pledging a district wide campaign and frequent updates through press and stump speakers.

Ion Andrew L. Randell Sherman Texas Randell Grayson County Sherman Chamber of Commerce Princeton University Wilson Washington Congress Democratic Party Andrew L. Randeil

Self-made man could blame job on others, says saying

A pithy adage suggests that many self-made men would find some relief if they could blame their employment on someone else. The remark emphasizes personal responsibility and accountability in career success.

Cutting Affray at McKinney Texas Death from Knife Wounds

Dock Swain aged 20? years died early this morning from knife wounds received at a suburban McKinney dance last night at nine. Will Bevil his cousin is held on $2000 bond charged murder after Swain died. Bevil was first charged with assault to murder with $1000 bond. later upgraded to murder after the death.

McKinney Texas Dock Swain Will Bevil Swain Bevil

Vinol Tonic Restores Delicate Boy to Health in NY

A New York mother narrates using Vinol cod liver and iron tonic to save her weak ill son after gastritis and measles. The ad claims Vinol strengthens and aids run-down conditions. Dyer Jones Drugists endorse the product and guarantee its benefits for coughs colds and bronchitis.

New York City Thomas Litzgerald Park Ave N. Y. City Vinci Dyer & Jones

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THE First National Bank Katy Peruna Company Columbus, Ohio Rayburn Alexander Hamilton the Treasury Planters National Bank Vinol Glidewell Glidewell’s
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