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Newspaper

Whitewright Sun

Location

Whitewright, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1922

Page

5

Local and Personal News Highlights Across Region

Mrs. Julian Montgomery of Wichita Falls visits relatives here. Richard Browning of Dallas spends the week with friends. Numerous locals are noted visiting or hosting relatives in Sulphur Springs, Valley View, Denison, Waxahachie, Sherman, and other towns. Interspersed are local ads for Pierce's Cafe and R S Morehead services, plus a note on egg prices and a church service announcement.

Julian Montgomery Wichita Falls

Glasses fitted with care by qualified optometrist

R L Johnson jeweler and optometrist assures customers they are prepared and qualified to correctly fit eyes with proper glasses and guarantees satisfaction.

R. L. Johnson

Infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Stellman dies after brief illness

The six month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lester Stellman died Tuesday morning after a brief illness. Mr Stellman is employed on the Katy section.

Lester Stellman Mr. Stellman Katy

Let R S Morehead Save You Money on Tires

Tire dealer R S Morehead advertises deals on tires and casings offering savings. The copy emphasizes low prices and value for customers seeking replacements.

R. S. Morehead

Missionary Society to Meet for Bible Study Monday

The Woman's Missionary Society of the Methodist Church will hold its business and Bible study meeting next Monday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock with Mrs. J. H. Waggoner. Mrs. W. H. King and son Tom visited Dallas last Saturday to see her daughter Mrs. Eugene McElvaney. Mr. King stayed from Monday afternoon to Tuesday afternoon. Virgil Montgomery family moved from Sherman to Trenton and occupy the former Rev. S. T. Gray residence.

Woman's Missionary Society of the Methodist Church J. H. Waggoner W. H. King Tom Dallas Eugene McElvaney Mr. King Virgil Montgomery Sherman Trenton S. T. Gray Trenton Tribune

Fort Gibson visitors call on Blanton relatives

Mrs N C Sweat and her daughters Marguerite and Lillian of Fort Gibson Oklahoma visit Mrs Sweat’s parents Mr and Mrs B F Blanton and other relatives in and near town.

Armand Glidewell Visits Family En Route to Guthrie

Armand Glidewell, arriving earlier this week to see his wife and children visiting relatives, is traveling from Wichita Falls to Guthrie Oklahoma where he has accepted a position as a watchmaker.

Armand Glidewell Armand Wichita Falls Guthrie Okla

Major Family to Visit Minneapolis Missionary Link

Rev and Mrs A E Major and daughter Miss Gertrude travel to Minneapolis to reunite with Laura Lynne Major who has served in China as a missionary. They plan about three weeks in the city as Rev Major attends the Minnesota State Convention of the Christian Church.

A. E. Major Gertrude Minneapolis Minn Laura Lynne Major China

Whitewright Fourth of July Festivities Open With Bells and Flags

Fourth of July in Whitewright started with Boy Scouts ringing bells and placing flags on business houses. National colors flew from sunrise to sunset as Old Glory adorned the flagpole. Afternoon baseball drew at least 1000 fans, with Baptist team defeating the Methodists 5 to 0 and Presbyterians losing 2 to 5 against an all-star club.

Whitewright Ball Park Baptists Methodists The Presbyterians

Fourth of July Observance at Ball Park Grossed Large Crowd

The Presbyterians supported the event while the Boy Scouts presented a brief program at 8 pm at the ball park. A large crowd witnessed it as most business houses closed at noon to join in the Glorious Fourth celebration.

Ball Park

Wedding of Howard Lasater and Lillian Moore in Dallas

Mr and Mrs Joe Hamilton attended the wedding of Howard Lasater and Lillian Moore at the home of the bride s parents Mr and Mrs Sam P Moore in Dallas Monday The ceremony was performed by Rev Glenn L Sneed After a short wedding trip they will be at home in Galveston Mrs Lasater was reared here and her many friends extend congratulations

Joe Hamilton Howard Lasater Lillian Moore Sam P. Moore Dallas Glenn L. Sneed Galveston

Mrs Marshall Hurt In Step Incident At Home

Mrs S E Marshall, over 80, fell on the front steps Wednesday morning and broke her right arm between the elbow and shoulder. She sustained serious shoulder injuries and endures considerable pain. Doctors fear she may not fully recover.

S. E. Marshall

BirthdayDinner for Granuer Lee Hansard at Canaan

Mr and Mrs Earl Hansard hosted a birthday dinner in the Canaan community on the 28th for their son Granuer Lee turning three. Guests included Mary D Burke Jewell Burke Paula Atnip Eva Williams Dorothy Marie Hansard Wanda Lou Atnip and several Mrss. Hansard Mrs. Williams and others assisted with cake and cream.

Earl Hansard Canaan Granuer Lee Mary D Jewell Burke Paula Atnip Eva Williams Dorothy Marie Hansard Wanda Lou Atnip Charlie Williams John Burke Noel Hansard Harlie Atnip Billie Jay Margaret Hansard

Corn and Cotton Prospects Bright Despite Weevil Damage

A fine rain last Sunday helped finish the corn crop with early corn in good condition while later corn suffered from prior heavy rain. Cotton is doing well and fruiting rapidly. Weevil pressures vary. some farmers report few weevils, others see damage. Weevil catching machines are popular and selling fast as farmers judge them effective.

Pests Kept Down By Steady Community Efforts

Residents commend ongoing pest control measures and neighborhood cooperation, noting reduced infestations and improved living conditions as a result of coordinated efforts and public health initiatives.

Revival to Begin at Church of Christ in Whitewright

An upcoming revival at the Church of Christ in Whitewright starts Sunday July 16 with Elder J. P. Sewell of Abilene Christian College delivering protracted meetings. Sherman’s J A Dickey will lead singing. The church seeks cooperation from town and area congregations. contributors note the date July 16.

J. A. Dickey Sherman Church of Christ J. P. Sewell Abilene Christian College Bro. Sewell Bro. Dickey

Typewriter Supplies For Sale At The Sun Office

Typewriter ribbons and paper plus carbons blank envelopes and adding machine paper available at the Sun office. Get supplies for all office tasks with steady stock and prompt service.

Sun

Japan Friendly to the United States

Premier Kato stated Japan aims for peace on land and sea and to maintain the unbroken friendship with the United States. He spoke at a luncheon honoring Edwin Denby and Annapolis class of 1881 members, emphasizing sincere efforts to perpetuate mutual understanding between Japan and America.

Tokio Japan America Premier Kato Edwin Denby United States Navy Annapolis Kato

The Republican Party Promises On The Eve Of Campaign

The Columbus Ohio Journal notes the Republicans are the party of conservation and warns that with another campaign approaching there are almost enough unused promises from the last cycle to last through.

Republican Party Party of Conservation Columbus Ohio Journal

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Richard Browning Pierce R. M. Womack John McGaughey Commerce M. A. Mangrum Durelle Mangrum Valley View Minnie Murphy Denison Misses Jewel Lily Flowers Gladys Ray Waxahachie School of Expression Jim Sears Tyler Mrs R. L. Sears Tom King Kimbell Milling Company J. F. Lilley Jim Griffin Klondike Mr. Lilley Cappie L. Beard Bailey F. J. Pence Norman, Ok D. S. Carr Mrs. D. M. Pope of R. H. Finney Paris J. C. Gillespie W. B. Teel Vernon Mrs. Teel B. F. Blanton Fain Poultry J. J. Walker Greenville J. L. German George S. Thompson Little Son J. L. Dyer Orbin Blanton Prof Trevino Austin College Mr. Blanton C. S. Blanton H. T. Atterberry D. S. McMillin Johnson’s W. C. Bailey Wilson, Okla G. W. Jones Presbyterian Church Sun “Want Mrs. J. L. Whitworth Little Son of San Antonio Mrs. Whitworth Mrs. J. B. Dickson J. L. Simmons C. P. Johnson Elizabeth E. H. Mulliken H. C. Melson C. M. Melson Town P. J. Pierce & Sons Clyde Thompson Daily Register Siloam Springs Ark Horace Thompson Bow-Wright Drug CO J. L. Kirkpatrick United States Autographic Kodak Kodak Gallaher & Son Eastman Kodaks Jacob Hudson, Davis & Company Hudson, Davis & Co
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