Denison visitors and local notices populate Sherman mail
Local briefs list visits from Jack McMillin and H G Willis plus Murry Bryant. Mrs Dean and children stay with Mrs J B Dickson. Grace Carver returns home from Farmersville. J W Bailey and W O Brents travel to Sherman. The Sherman Board drops German from public schools. Sears garage names Joe Hamilton manager of accessories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Carver
Farmersville
Oran Sears
Sears
Joe Hamilton
Local notes and travel in the Dallas area
Mrs. Joe Hamilton spent Tuesday in Dallas. J. B. Dickson left Sunday for South Carolina to visit relatives for ten days or two weeks. Bryan Holcomb left Monday night for Kansas City for a three to four month mechanics course. Silas Wilson recovered from measles and will return to Dallas school soon. Citizens answered court summons as juniors or witnesses in Dallas. Second Liberty Loan bonds arrived at Planters National Bank and will be delivered to subscribers who paid in full. Bryan Weber enlisted in the navy and visits home near Whitewright before training. Missionary Society meeting at Mrs. J. L. Boone next Monday at 2:30 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Dickson
South Carolina
Bryan Holcomb
Kansas City
School For Mechanics
Silas Wilson
Dallas
Liberty Loan
Planters National Bank
The
Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
J. L. Boone
Local News Items and Obituary From East Whitewright
J N Fain suffers from sciatic rheumatism but improves though still using crutches. Mrs J B Dickson hosts visitors from Waco. Ruth Smith stays to help Rae Smith’s marriage to Lawrence Saye in Savoy. Barbee and Lahoe travel to Marlin for rheumatic recovery. Frank LaRoe aids at the lumber yard. Walter Stapleton dies of pneumonia at 26. funeral held with Rev. Epting and Rev Teague. interment at Vittitee cemetery. family receives community sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe McKinsey
Rae Smith
Lawrence Saye
Savoy
D. B. Smith
Camp Travis
San Antonio
T. BE. Barbee
Lucian Lahoe
Frank LaRoe
Mr. LaRoe
Walter Stapleton
T. W. Stapelton
East Whitewright
W. J. Epting
I. E Teague
Vittitee
Mr. Stapleton
Postmaster Reports Thrift Stamp Sales Progress
Postmaster Webster has sold 765.76 dollars worth of Thrift Stamps and War Savings Certificates by Wednesday noon. The amount is a promising start for the community, with sales expected to rise quickly to meet the quota. Saving now by purchasing Thrift stamps and War Certificates is urged as a safe, tax exempt investment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Webster
Denison Banks Fund Cotton Purchase Under Local Deal
J. L. Cantrell reports to Sun that Denison banks supplied 100000 for 1000 bales of cotton at Trenton. He also says his firm recently sold 600 bales requiring 54096.60 to handle and did not need to go out of Whitewright for funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Cantrell
Sun
Denison
Trenton
Whitewright
Whitewright Citizens Transact Business at County Seat
A list of Whitewright residents including A. T. Phillips D. A. Ray Luther Sears Monroe Bryant T. B. Moore W. L. White W. P. Vaughn Ed Looney Leon Waits C. B. Bryant Dr. O. P. Neilson Avery Ward Dr. Ross May W. T. Hamilton and Dr. R. R May were among those visiting the county seat to conduct official or commercial affairs on Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. T. Phillips
D. A. Ray
Luther Sears
Monroe Bryant
T. B. Moore
W. L. White
W. P. Vaughn
Ed Looney
Leon Waits
C. B. Bryant
O. P. Neilson
Avery Ward
Ross May
W. T. Hamilton
R. R- May
Whitewright
Bank examiner to move to Brownwood district soon
Jack McMillin state bank examiner is at home for a few days this week and will move with his family to the Brownwood district. He says his brother Maurice will collect government revenues in the income tax department from McKinney while Walter Hestand will work out of Wichita Falls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack McMillin
State Bank Examiner
Jack
Brownwood
Maurice
Income Tax Department
Enues
McKinney
Walter Hestand
Wichita Falls
Subscription Honor Roll Adds New Names to The Sun
The Sun lists new subscribers paid since the last report around year’s start. Names include Lloyd Becheler J W Bailey Dr C P Johnson J H Graves W O Morgan A K Halliburton W G Lankford S R Miller R D Benson F C Williams Co C Robbins P McKenna J L Bennett G L Baugher J T Roberts Horace Lewis Miss Charlie Fritts J M Williams Mrs O P Spradling Frank Roberts W C Reeves D A Ray Crawford Montgomery.
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the Sun
Lloyd Becheler
J. W. Bailey
Dr. C. P. Johnson
J. H. Graves
W.O. Morgan
A. K. Halliburton
W. GC. Lankford
S. R. Miller
R. D. Benson
F. C. Williams
Co. C. Robbins P. McKenna J. L. Bennett
G. L. Baugher
J.T. Roberts
Horace Lewis Miss
Charlie Fritts
J. M. Williams
Mrs. O. P. Spradling
Frank Roberts
W. C. Reeves
D. A. Ray Crawford Montgomery
Central Christian Church Sermon Topics for Sunday
The church lists sermons for January 13 with morning topic The Year 1917 the Most Wonderful and Eventful of the Christian Era and 7 p.m. service titled Testing the Worth While of Man's Life. Pastor A. E. Masor extends a cordial invitation to all not worshipping elsewhere.
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A. E. Masor
Income Tax Collector to Visit Whitewright Denison and Sherman
An income tax officer will visit Whitewright on January 15 and 16, Denison from January 21 to February 9, and Sherman from February 7 to 28 to assist individuals in preparing returns. Taxpayers should confer with the officer to determine liability and file reports, as the collector does not call on people and failure to report can bring severe penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitewright
Denison
Sherman
Stockholders Plan Sale of Grayson College Property
Grayson College stockholders met to care for and protect the property until disposition and to appoint a committee to determine sale steps. If clear title is possible, the site may be sold or repurposed as a residence addition. George Lindsey, on 24 hour furlough from Camp Bowie, received a telegram to apprehend deserters. Deputy Powell detained two uniformed men, A J Jordan and Fr Beck, found away from camp without permission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grayson College
George Lindsey
Bowie
Powell
A. J.jordan
Fr. Beck
Open Program at Whitewright High School Friday Night
The Whitewright High School Literary and Debating Society will render an open program Friday night at 7 15. Everyone is invited to attend. An elimination debate will select debaters to meet Leonard High School.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitewright High School
Leonard High School
Card of Thanks from Staplesons for support during illness and death
A Card of Thanks expresses deep gratitude to friends for kindness shown during illness and death of Walter Stapleson. The writers Mr. and Mrs. T. W. Stapleson pray Heavenly Father blesses each helper for their generosity and assistance in distress. Also a Porter Church note recalls Christmas quiet and hopes for peace on earth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter
T. W. Stapleton
the Sun
S. B. Williams
Junior League Sunday Roundup January Meeting Notes
Sunday program notes list speakers and activities for a Junior League meet on January 13 at 3 p m. Marie Smith plays Doxology and Apostles Creed recited Silent prayer and Song 273. Kath erine Vaughn leads scripture Psalms 91 and Bible story by Mary Freeman followed by a quiz read by John McGaughey. Ben Sturde vant offers select reading. Dorothy Spindle leads song with chorus. Roll call prompts resolutions for the new year. Reports and songs by Lucy Webster Willie Ross Maxie Echols Minnie Willis Benediction by Margret McMurry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Marie Smith
Katherine Vaughn
Mary Freeman
John McGaughey
Ben Sturdevant
Dorothy Spindle
Lucy Webster
Willie Ross
Maxie Echols
Minnie
Cure a Cold in One Day With Laxative Bromo Quinine
An old advert promises a one day cure for colds using Laxative Bromo Quinine. It claims relief from cough and headache and offers a money back guarantee by Druggist. E W Grove signature appears on each box and price is 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. Grove
Red Cross Sock Knitters Invite Members to Learn Correct Methods
Mrs Craycroft notes many socks do not meet Red Cross standards due to small needles and short legs or feet. She urges all women to bring needles to Red Cross rooms on Wednesday and Friday for lessons on how to knit heels and toes correctly under Chairman C B Bryant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
We Are in Business For Your Health
Community grocery note emphasizes customer service, fair dealing, and value for every dollar. The message pledges experienced buying, readiness to take orders, and ongoing courteous service to meet trade demand.
Also Mentioned on This Page
H. G. Willis
Murry Bryant
W. T. Ross
R. H. May
West Maple Street
Will Looney
Mrs. T. K. McMillin
Town
Looney
Lon Binion
South Bend Street
Grover Wallace
McDonald
Presbyterian Church
W. O. Brents
Clarence Ousley
Board of Education of
Sherman Public Schools
Will Jordan
Winnie Easley
California
T. W. Truett
KE. W. Mce- Millian
Church of Christ
Jerome Brown
J. M. Carter
Grosebeck
Elliott Thomas
Son
Mr. Carter
Bryan Weber
Shaw
Navy
J. N. Fain
L. P. Sears
J. D. Johnson
Louise
Ruth
Waco
Whitewright Lumber Co
Central Christian Church
LaRoe Lumber Co
Dyer&Jones
Willis
Benediction
Margret McMurry
Red Cross Sock Knitters
C. B
Bryant
Luther Smith & Son
Nyal
J. L. Kirkpatrick
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