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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1916
Page
5
The buyers for the J. F. Lilley dry goods store returned this week from the Eastern markets. They spent several days inspecting new wearing apparel and making purchases for Wright’s greatest dry goods store.
A pointed paragraph highlights that a leap year girl proposing may fare better when attire is from Lilleys, notes that home made troubles cause gray hairs, and asserts a woman is judged by her clothes.
The Progressive Farmer urges farmers to act as genuine businesspeople. Highlights include taking a yearly inventory, writing rental contracts, organizing deeds and wills, settling 1915 debts, keeping farm accounts, banking payments by check, using formal stationery, seeking cash loans if buying on credit, monitoring multiple market prices, and branding the farm for quality and reliable service.
A Brockton Massachusetts resident A T Bartlett reports Foley Kidney Pills helped his kidney condition. The ad touts relief from back pain weakness and systemic symptoms such as nervousness headaches and stomach liver trouble claiming the pills restore kidney function and clear poisons from the body.
J F Lilley expands spring stock with large line of ladies and misses coat suits featuring top patterns and affordable prices. The ad highlights quality and value, while a humorous note on gender roles and alimony is included.
The J. F. Lilley store expects a heavy spring patronage and has purchased the largest stock of spring goods for every family member. Lilley notes the fall 1915 trade was the biggest in history and foresees a repeat in the coming season.
The article notes fashion shifts in spring footwear with medium height heels replacing broad low heels in men’s shoes and changes in women’s styles. J. F. Lilley’s buyers chose fashion-forward footwear while retaining timeless shapes for conservatives, and Lilley claims the largest stock in town.
In St. Louis on February 21 a major dry goods shipment was sold to J. F. Lilley of Whitewright Texas for the coming Spring season. Lilley plans a well stocked shop offering items sought by fashionable dressers, rivaling city stores. Potential customers are invited to inspect arrivals at the Lilley store.
Washington's birthday passses quietly at the post office as townsfolk recall a weather prophet and a mule thief, while the Excelsior Fiddling Band serenades residents and feuds with the law. The Tickville Tidings criticizes Roosevelt and features local names Sim Flinders Raz Barlow and Columbus All sop among a patchwork of small town happenings.
A reader from Zenith Kansas reports severe back pain and limited movement. After taking two-thirds of a Foley Kidney Pills 50 cent box, the writer feels entirely well and notes relief from urinary and bladder discomfort. Dyer & Jones.
County tax collector Jim Akers reports Grayson county tabulations show 9 950 poll tax receipts paid and 1 017 exemption certificates issued. Denison records 1 951 poll tax receipts and 45% exemptions, totaling voting strength of 2 409 with Sherman at 2 232, a 177 lead for Denison.
A Bedford Indiana man, F G Prevo, describes a severe lagrippe attack with a chronic cough and extreme weight loss. He credits Foley's Honey and Tar with curing him after trying many remedies. The ad promotes the cough cold and croup remedy from Dyer and Jones.
The best to eat and drink. Try us next time at The Home Bakery and Confectionery.
A remark notes that every time a woman sees a door marked private she grows curious about what lies beyond. The quote suggests a broader interest in hidden or restricted spaces and prompts reflection on privacy and discovery.
An old advertisement promotes Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a malaria fighter and system booster. It emphasizes the formula listed on the label as Paraine and Iron in a tasteless form, claiming Quaine drives out malaria and Iron boosts the system. Price listed as 50 cents.
Notice from J A Giles county superintendent that scholastic census blanks for 1916 17 have arrived from the State Department. Law requires March census. trustees from each county school must obtain blanks and report back to Giles by the first day of April.
The piece argues about pacifist criticisms of the eagle as a national emblem. It counters that while the eagle represents militarism and aggression, it also embodies clear vision and height of perspective. It links this to American freedom of thought, prosperity, and social progress driven by discernment of truths.
Invigorating to the pale and sickly the Old Standard general strengthening tonic Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic drives out malaria enriches the blood builds up the system a true tonic for adults and children 60c.
An old newspaper ad touts Dr Porter’s Antiseptic Healing Oil as a cure for various ailments claiming it relieves pain and heals. It markets remedies for “O16 Seres” and other conditions with prices 5c 60c and $1.00, mentioning a pretty girl and reflections in a mirror to entice readers.
Tom Roberts a Sherman area farmer and sheriff candidate visited the city this morning to drum up votes. He phoned home and learned that thieves stole twenty bales of hay and about twenty five bushels of oats from his bin Thursday night, a detail he notes while hoping supporters will vote for him though he suspects some rural residents may not possess poll tax receipts.
The notice claims LAXA TIVE BROMO QUININE provides tonic and laxative effects without causing nervousness or head heaviness. It urges readers to note the full name and seek E. W. Grove’s signature. A line then jokes that a race may be won by a head but legs land the coin.
A terse observation proclaims that any man craving fame must endure much effort and persistence before achieving recognition, implying that the path is arduous and uncertain. The quote frames ambition as a demanding test rather than an easy ascent.
An old advertisement touts 6 doses of 666 to cure chills fever and LaGrippe claiming gentler action on the liver than calomel and no gripe. It includes quips about humor and ambition, ending with the line We cater to your wants. You are the one to be pleased. P. J. Pierce & Son.
A druggist promises a refund if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles within six to fourteen days. The first application provides ease and rest for 60 cents. The Sun and Farm & Ranch offer one year for $1.50.
The Royal Literary Fund arose from poverty in letters. In 1788 Greek scholar Floyer Sydenham died in prison over a small debt. His death spurred aid for needy men of letters, led by David Williams, a Nonconformist minister and ally of Benjamin Franklin. France later made Williams a citizen.
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