Farewell Party For Miss Ruby Head In Wright
Miss Irene McMillin and Miss Gladys Ray hosted a farewell party for Miss Ruby Head at Miss McMillin’s home last week. Fifteen close friends surprised her with music and dancing for two hours. A Christmas tree gift with farewell letters from each guest awaited her, and she promised to remember Whitewright friends in her new Abilene home.
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Irene McMillin
Gladys Ray
Ruby Head
Miss McMillin
Miss Head
Abilene
Whitewright
Leila Autrey and Howard Hedgpeth Wedding
On Christmas afternoon at the home of the bride's parents four miles south of town Miss Leila Autrey and Howard Hedgpeth were quietly married by Rev. I KE Teague. Hedgpeth is a local businessman with Wilson Vaughan Hardware. They plan to reside in East Whitewright after a short visit in Bonham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Autrey
Leila Autrey
Howard Hedgpeth
I. KE. Teague
Miss Autrey
Hedgpeth
Wilson-Vaughan Hardware Co
Bonham
Industry With Soul The Textile Mills Weave Care Into Work
The article argues industrial psychology and humane practices as profitable investments. It describes textile mills offering comfortable homes, health support, low rents, and exclusive mill communities. Many workers own homes and engage in well furnished social spaces and gymnasiums.
Health Proverbs for Everyday Readers
A collection of health proverbs advocating sanitation and caution. Warnings about open windows, warm milk, fly contamination, drains, and water safety. Advises avoiding kisses to sickly children and weighing measles versus later medical costs. Blincoe and Lacy.
How to Avoid Pneumonia in City Life
The article argues pneumonia stems from crowded urban living and fatigue. It urges personal precautions to reduce risk, especially for middle aged men, avoid crowds after long work without meals, and limit travel on crowded streetcars during rush hours. Public and individual hygiene can greatly lessen pneumonia incidence.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
Equal Rights Among Birds Warbler Lecture Highlights
The Milwaukee Journal reports Prof William Brinckley stating male pine warblers do not incubate their young and that warblers show equal parental division. He notes two groups Old World and New World with 150 wood warbler varieties and 55 in North America. Warblers fly at night, cover long distances and drown in storms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof
William Brinckley
Paris
Argentina
Labrador
North America
Milwaukee Journal
Button Saved Life After Burglar Shot in Boston
Dialogue notes a Boston man narrowly saved when a burglar fired a shot and a button he wore absorbed the bullet. Mrs Spriggins questions the incident. he replies the button must have saved him.
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Mr. Spriggins
Boston
Coal Slates and Tons Cause Frigid Pay Dispute
A customer insists 300 pounds of coal is on the slate, while the dealer replies that there is no slate. The exchange turns on the misapplied term and the misunderstanding over the coal quantity, highlighting a stubborn pricing dispute.
Distinction quips on landlords and hot air use
A playful dialogue contrasts a landlord’s use of hot air with heating, noting the house is not warmed by it. The exchange highlights a humorous take on property management and comfort.
Questioning the Astronomer Role in a Stage Play
The manager asks why the astronomer role was written into the play while the author explains it was a response to a directive to include a star turn. The exchange reflects backstage decisions about casting and dramatic emphasis.
Holiday issue records and mechanical department effort
The Sun notes unusual holiday movement and incidents during the gay festival season. It states many items are not recorded in this issue but the staff has attempted to cover all known items and manage extra work in the first issue of the year.
Reitzel to Headline at C M A Auditorium Friday
Alva Morton Reitzel, a popular chan... entertainer, appears at C M A auditorium Friday evening with the theme The Life Counts. The event is a winter Lyceum number under the History Club. The Sun notes preaching at Central Christian Church next Sunday by Eld J W Holsapple of Sherman.
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Alva Morton Reitzel
History Club
Central Christian Church
Eld
J. W. Holsapple
Sherman
New Year Greeting from J L Smith & Son
A local grocer thanks customers for 1913 trade and invites continued support in the new year. The letter promises a complete line of groceries and a square deal in every transaction and wishes prosperity to all.
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Bene
Sudden Fear Painter Portrays Wives Words in Dream Scene
A frightened husband questions an artist who claims to paint a speaking portrait of his wife. The sketch prompts a tense exchange about what the wife might say and the fear it provokes.
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Usband
To Cure a Cold in One Day Yake LAXATIVE BROMO Quinine
Cold remedy claims rapid cure with cough and headache relief. Druggists refund money if it fails. E. W. Grove’s signature appears on each box.
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E. W. Grove
Dr Porter's Antiseptic Healing Oil Ad Cures Sores
This old reliable oil promises relief and healing for persistent sores with quick action. Available in 25c 50c and larger sizes, offering a simple remedy.
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Porter
Rise to Remark as a Wit and Warning
A collection of maxims and quips attributed to James W. Babcock in the Chicago Record-Herald. Observations on vanity, truth, pride, and behavior, contrasting pretension with genuine insight.
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James W. Babcock
Chicago Record-Herald
Horrid Man
A child asks if all roses have thorns and a father explains you would see thorns only if you paid for the hat. The exchange ends with the father sighing in regret over the costly hat.
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Johnny
Father
Daddy
Bee Sting Remedy Suggested by Doctor
A physician recommends oil of cinnamon applied with a small brush to bee stings. The treatment may blister slightly but is said to draw out the poison. The note appears in a Stationery section.
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Hedgpeth Autrey
Sue King
W. H. King
Gladys Sears
Geraldine Johnson
Emma Davidson
Izetta Gillett
Gladys Denton
Doris Ayers
Helen Thomas
Sarah Lee Holland
Charlie Bell
Southerland
Francis Wilson
I'red Moore Truett
Leon Davidson
Bryant Penn
Joe Hoard
Silas Wilson
C. B. Bryant, Jr
Andrew Montgomery
Tom Wine
East Grand Avenue
Morrell Sears
Aushor
Elliott Jones
Celeste
Nashville
Tenn
Vanderbilt University
Henry Johns
Daughter of
Blossom
W. R. Johns
J. K. Ray
Cotton Mills of
Texas
Scarlatina
Scarlet Fever
Undertaker
Blincoe & Lacy
Grove
Nursir
Gore
J. F. Lilley
May
M.D. Ross
R. May
B.S
M.D
J. Maurice McMillin
First National Bank
J.L. Smith & Son
Hot Springs
Ark
Hot Springs Chemical Co
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