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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1914
Page
2
Waggoner and Echols Publishers list mailing details for Whitewright. This notice explains second class mail status, subscription terms of one year six months and three months for $1.00, and expiry on the first of the month with instructions to notify if delivery fails.
All resolutions of respect obituaries and cards of thanks published in this paper will be charged 3 cents per line. Church and lodge notices advertising socials or entertainments with revenue will be 3 cents per line. Notices of religious fraternal or public meetings for public benefit will be published free of charge.
The Sherman Democrat notes a quoted line calling the sewer route the path bootleg whiskey should take and asserts most of it reaching Sherman travels that route. The comment ends with a clarifying remark, “We know what you mean.”
Col. C. B. Randell may join the district race against Sam Rayburn. Sherman friends say Randell will run, promising a lively contest for supporters of political excitement.
Reader notes that the Katy Flyer at 4 38 p m was ordered to stop at Whitewright on flag though the current schedule lists Whitewright as not a flag stop. The correction highlights a discrepancy between practice and published times.
Sherman reports Judge Mathis, serving as special district judge due to crowded dockets, will run for judge of the Fifty-ninth district court previously held by Judge J M Pearson. The McKinney Courier- Gazette adds Judge George R Smith of McKinney will also seek the post.
The Sun urges Whitewright leaders to unite in a cooperative effort for lasting improvements and new enterprises. It argues towns move forward or retrograde, warns against stagnation, and calls for citizens to resolve to be better and to boost commercial standing.
City council met in regular session with Mayor five Aldermen and city officials. After department head reports and approval of accounts the council recessed into executive session to discuss pending matters. The paper notes ongoing city improvements including a pumping plant and school facilities alongside a new metal circuit telephone system.
Pascal Head and his family left Tuesday for Abilene. The community notes a distinct loss from their removal, recognizing Head's long and useful citizenship and his contributions to the city's general welfare.
As the new year starts, conditions brighten and farmers settle into new homes. January's end signals moving season nearly over, with plans for the year ahead and optimism for a good growing season.
The Sherman Democrat suggests appointing a commission to visit Ryan Oklahoma to check Zebadee Spearman editor of the Ryan Leader and former Whitewright Sun editor. It questions his claimed age near eighty and whether he hides a marriage status. The note reflects local newspaper banter on Zebadee’s personal life and professional background.
The Whitewright precinct defeated pool halls by 95 to 28 in the December 20 election. The result passed quietly and only came to light after a commissioners' court order this week confirming the tally.
A brief notice warns readers there is little time left to pay taxes to maintain full citizen status for the year.
The Cotton Belt special arrived from the east and stayed two hours in Whitewright for an agricultural exhibit. Carlisle Academy students, farmers, and townspeople toured displays aimed at better farming in dairying stock raising and crop practices. Lectures explained each exhibit’s farming processes and Southwest potential.
The Luncheon Club entertained Miss Mary Lee Benedict on Tuesday afternoon after her year in South Texas. Three new members Irene McMillin Mary Carter and Emma Gordon were initiated with pomp. Music games and a four o clock lunch followed for members and visitors Jessie Fogle Ethel Gordon Hazel Benedict and Mrs Coleman Carter Jr.
W T Truett has updated his Dixon and Hayter furniture firms by adding an upper rear deck and painting the front. The former Simmons barber room on the west corner was enlarged by removing a partition and will be occupied later. The occupancy contract has been signed but is kept as a profound secret.
The Planters National Bank held its annual stockholders meeting in the directors room. W C Womack of Dallas was re-elected president. other officers and directors for the coming year were chosen. The bank reported a prosperous year with a ten percent dividend and earnings added to surplus.
Millin vice president Guy Hamilton cashier Jack McMillin assistant cashier Claud Truett assistant cashier. Directors W O Womack D S McMillan Guy Hamilton W T Truett J W McMurry J P Autrey J G McKinsey. McKinsey elected to replace J H Hudspeth on the board.
The health of the community remains good as Henry McAlester recovers from fever. Many residents move, including J. G. Anderson, O. L. Jacobs, Harve Booker, Perry Jones, Tom Full, and others. Holidays featured socials at several homes, with gatherings and a birthday dinner by Fletcher Williams.
Local supply of Sagi naw salt tight in Michigan as a few more barrels arrive for T. J. Smith to distribute. The note urges customers to see Smith for stock and pickup details.
The Rebekah auxiliary to the O. O. F. fraternity elected officers for the coming year: Mrs. Will Mangrum N. G. Mrs. S. P. Beckett W. G. Dr. Minnie Harmon Secretary R. L. Hayter Treasurer. At last Saturday’s meeting three new members were initiated.
Advertising copy claims a single day cure for colds with BromoQuinine and a cough head ache reducer. It promises a full refund if it fails and notes Grove’s signature on each box priced 25 cents.
A brief damaged entry references No 29 and 9184 with Wey and Rub in a 5 38 p m notation. The readable text hints at a catalog or scheduling note from a local page but lacks complete details.
An old time patent remedy labeled 3 Beh Y- TIS claims to cure rheumatism neuralgia headaches cramps colic sprains bruises cuts burns old sores and insect stings. Described as antiseptic anodyne for internal and external use with a price of 25 cents.
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