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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1914
Page
2
The Katy announces W. W. Evans as agricultural agent for its Texas system. A native Texan, Evans previously served two years as farm superintendent at A and M College Bryan. He will devote full time to developing farming along the M E T Ry lines in Texas.
The Sun reviews the San Angelo Standard's 60 page anniversary edition published last week. The paper, founded by J. G. Murphy, marks thirty years in operation and chronicles the city's history from Fort Concho’s guard to its growth as the Queen City of the Southwest.
Rev. Holsapple and choir leader Prof. Daugherty left early this week for Palacios Texas to begin another meeting.
The Mothers' Club and PTA of Whitewright met at city hall on Friday afternoon February 13. Members heard Second Grade pupils perform and listened to talks by Rev J F Fender and Mr Denton on child life and efficient schools. Plans to support the new school building with library maps and beautification were discussed.
The notice invites non members to join and attend the next meeting on March 13, the second Friday. It extends a cordial invitation and welcomes children to participate.
A quiet wedding was held February 21 at the bride’s mother Mrs. J L German home for Miss Annette German and Jar Vis Harp of Wichita Falls. Rev Clark officiated and the couple left for their new home in Wichita Falls. The event featured pink carnatons, embroidered net dress, sage green traveling suit, and a reception with pink and white cake. Mr Harp works at City National Bank in Wichita Falls. Miss German is regarded as a gifted musician.
Mrs. Ben Dyer and her young son of Trenton spent several days last week with Mrs. Dyer’s parents, Mr. and Mrs. Luther Smith.
The Luncheon Club held a Tuesday afternoon gathering hosted by Miss Emma Gordon at her Walnut street home. Members and invited guests enjoyed forty two then a two course luncheon. Attendees included Ruth Moore Lou Sears Enna Montgomery Lou Bell King Lita May Love and Mrs F L Clendening.
The Eastern Star presents the farce Female Masonry at the Scenic theatre Thursday night. Cast includes Florence Spearman and Mrs. W M Stockton with Miss Susie Noe Miss Evelyn Ayres and others. Proceeds 25 cents go toward paying for a new piano.
Jack Everheart born October 18 1908 died at his parents country home last Friday morning. He had longtime heart leakage and died suddenly at ten o'clock. Funeral held at Everheart Memorial church Saturday afternoon with interment in Everheart cemetery. Services conducted by Rev F Richardson and Rev B Wheeler.
History Club met with Mrs J Wilson on February 21 1914 near the nation s flags and a recital by Miss Franci Wilson followed by Mattei s Grand Valse Concert A profit and pleasant study hour ended with a light meal The next meeting with Mrs J B Dickson on March 7 will cover Portugal s Institutions Spain s Great Artist and Velasquez Attendance urged.
Don’t miss the Jewelry Sale beginning Saturday at Glidewell's. Shop discount pieces and special offers as the store kicks off a limited event for shoppers seeking items at reduced prices.
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