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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1916
Page
4
A humorous column on domestic life and marriage, exploring the quirks of spouses and relatives with wry asides. The piece jokes about finances, gossip, and social missteps, noting how jealousy and clever talk can sour friendships while reflecting on money and status in midcentury life.
Will meet in Sherman on Saturday the 26th at 10 30 am. Grayson County corn club boys invited to an all day event with speakers E Gentry H H Williamson and C C French. Prize for best corn judging and a dinner plus a picture show.
Jackson Mississippi resident Mrs J N Melton writes in gratitude from her worn-out home, saying Vinci revived her health and energy after a decline from family and household strain. She endorses Vinci as a superior tonic for tired mothers. Dyer Jones Drugists distributed the product.
The text recalls a historical scene where narrow views are dismissed and envy persists. It cites a neighborly remark about a family buying a new organ, suggesting that even in prosperous times people notice debts and question whether they can afford basic meals.
An 1916 letter to editor J H Waggoner extols the College of Industrial Arts in Denton Texas. Opened 1905 the school rapid development and high standards now offer literary and industrial tracks for women with four three year options including Household Arts and Home Makers.
In a Progressive Farmer excerpt a neighbor pression' to read is recalled. The speaker recalls a debate about reading newspapers, books feeding the brain, and earning through brainwork versus muscle. The neighbor argues for brain exertion and using literacy to improve livelihood.
Health note urges checking liver for dizziness headaches biliousness or constipation and claims Po-Do-Lax relieves by acting on the liver aiding toxin discharge and toning the system. Also benefits the stomach. Sold for 50 cents at druggists.
Many people join a thrift campaign to save money for a cash payment on an automobile. The effort shows broad participation and aims to reduce loan costs while building a saved fund for the vehicle purchase.
An advertisement warns against calomel for bilious or constipated conditions and promotes Dodson's Liver Tone as a guaranteed, vegetable liver medicine that won't salivate. It claims relief by morning, appeals to families, and urges visiting any drug store for a 50 cent bottle with a money back guarantee.
In memory of Cecil Windle who died in the early hours of Tuesday February 15 1916. The note laments his brief time with the school, praises his gentlemanly character and faith, extends sympathy to his mother and relatives, and expresses hope of eternal fellowship in heaven.
A dying man recounts a spectral visit to earthly scenes after death. He observes coworkers in a office discussing a former colleague, visits his club friends at poker, and gazes upon his wife in mourning before leaving. He notes only twenty four hours on earth, then departs.
Catarrh is a constitutional disease requiring internal remedies. Hall's Catarrh Cure claims to act on blood and mucous surfaces and is said to be prescribed by leading physicians. Sold by druggists for 75c with testimonials available. package includes pills for constipation.
A fragment shows a lawyer J Maurice McMillin in a tense exchange asking why someone hurries. The reply suggests the person aims to go back home, with a judge present or referenced in the dialogue.
Colds threaten throat and chest with inflammation and swelling unless treated promptly. Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey loosens phlegm and destroys germs in the throat and nose, offering soothing healing. Pine is antiseptic, honey soothing, together strong against cold germs. 25c, all druggists.
Public health warnings urge avoiding kissing as influenza danger rises. Cited are risks of catching illness and concerns over infection from painters possibly spreading disease. Authorities emphasize cautious contact and hygiene to curb transmission.
A reflection on human faults highlights that among numerous foolish traits, selfishness is the most corrosive. It undercuts communities, strains relationships, and reveals moral priorities.
Most lawmakers favor allocating river and harbor funds to deepen Salt River, signaling broad political support for the project and potential shifts in infrastructure priorities.
An editorial laments procrastination as theft of time and energy, arguing delays squander chances for progress and personal growth. It urges decisive action and disciplined use of each day to reclaim productivity and momentum.
The article outlines uric acid as a historic blood toxin linked to backaches rheumatism gout and neuralgia. It credits Dr Pierce with an Anuric remedy said to purge uric acid from the body claiming higher potency than lithia and promoting purchase by mail or at druggists.
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