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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1925
Page
5
A roundup of civic notes from Whitewright including tax reminders and school start dates. Tulsa Oklahoma experiments with public shaming for drunk driving are cited as effective deterrence, with Honey Grove Signal noting publicity as punishment.
The Observer notes a New Year greeting by Miss Sadie Kirgan of Fairfield from the State Press in Dallas News and recalls festive lines about faith, children, friends, and lofty dreams. It also mentions a lingering Christmas rush, a lingering plumber, and praise for Merton of the Movies at the Odeon with Glenn Hunter acclaimed in the role.
This week brings both merriment of the Christmas season and sadness over a life cut short near youth. A schoolgirl’s wistful response to returning Monday echoes broader feelings. Lucian Andrews, treasurer of the National Rural Letter Carriers Association, travels to Washington in support of a postal salary bill before Congress.
The Presbyterian church hosted a Christmas Candle program last Sunday evening. A free will offering benefited the ladies aid society. Mrs. Mary Ryan directed the program but illness prevented her from appearing. Miss Gladys Ray stepped in and performed well on short notice.
Mrs. C. P. Johnson entertained during the holiday week with a miscellaneous shower honoring Miss Mary Hestand of Slaton. Bridge and forty-two were played for an hour before the shower. The bride-to-be received many beautiful gifts. Delicious refreshments were served to about twenty guests.
A fire alarm summoned the fire department to the home of G. D. Bennett in the northeast part of town on Christmas Day. The blaze burned a large hole in the roof causing about 65 dollars in damage. R. M. Womack of Sulphur Springs and his son David Ray, a Tulane student in New Orleans, visited over the weekend with Misses Inez and Gladys Ray.
T. H. Lively arrived home this week after spending three months on his farm and ranch properties in West Texas. Mrs. Lively and their young son visited relatives in Van Alstyne during his absence.
Mr. and Mrs. John Haden of Durant and Mrs. Bess Lewis of Rusk were among holiday visitors in Whitewright. They were guests at the home of L. LaRoe.
Mr and Mrs A V Gates of Sherman were guests at Sam Fulton’s home north of town Sunday. Other relatives and friends enjoyed a sumptuous dinner at the Fulton home.
D. A. Ray remains at home for holidays after weeks in West Texas selling army goods at public auctions. He reports success in areas with good crops and harvests.
Claud Mullican and Miss Gillie Wilson of the Trenton community were married Saturday in the city. Elder W. N. Carter performed the ceremony marking the union.
Miss Marguerite Sivley and Cornelia McBee of Honey Grove were weekend guests of Miss Mildred Cantrell. Mr. and Mrs. George Brannon of Plano visited during the holidays to see Mrs. Brannon's mother, Mrs. J. H. Cox.
J. H. Roach, once a city resident, died in Emmet Oklahoma last week and was buried at West Hill Cemetery in Sherman on Monday. Mrs. Fred W. Smith hosted a dinner Monday evening honoring her sister Miss Dorine Gee of Greenville.
Miss Mary Rena Penn entertained with a dinner on December 22 for members of the Bradshaw Montgomery wedding party. Homer Sears and family occupy the Lloyd Moore rent cottage on West Maple Street, and will live there until their new farm home is completed.
S H Montgomery Insurance urges proper policy wording to avoid gaps. The firm stresses clear coverage limits and tailored protections for clients seeking reliable risk management.
T. B. Howard of Dallas and R. B. Mack of Ballenger stayed as holiday guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lucian LaRoe. O. M. McMillin and family moved to the Browning place owned by T. E. Barbee and O. W. Myrick, a farm just west of the city.
Mrs. Lucile Watson of Mineral Wells spent the holidays with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Lester Haile. Mr. and Mrs. Hale accompanied her home for a short visit. Mr. and Mrs. Will Pender of Greenville visited Mrs. Pender's mother Mrs. G. W. Pope. Austin Stedham of Dallas visited his parents Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Stedham. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Kight of Hope Arkansas spent the holidays with the Holcomb family.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Roberts and son J. Frank returned to Wato after a holiday visit with relatives here. Sam McMillin and family of Denison were among the holiday visitors enjoying the hospitality of Whitewright relatives and friends. If it's worth anything, have it insured. S. H. Montgomery, Insurance.
Mr and Mrs Claud Epperson return to Ryan Oklahoma after visiting Mrs Eppersons mother Mrs W H Montgomery Co C McKenna northwest of town spent Christmas week in Houston with his mother Mrs P McKenna and other relatives Fred Wilson and family of Wolfe City were holiday visitors in the Dont let your radiator freeze We have just received a barrel of alcohol Drive your car around and let us give it a good strong drink Then your radiator troubles will be over Chambers Motor Company
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