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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1920
Page
4
F R McFatridge closed a deal moving two brick Holcomb buildings and post office fixtures to Sid L Arnold of Greenville. Holcomb also sold 447 acres near Ambrose for 32000 dollars. Buildings and fixtures valued at 18000 dollars formed part of the consideration.
The Waco Times-Herald quotes Texas Monthly Review predicting a $4,000,000 deficit after extra legislative session funding. It warns the Automatic Tax Board to set a 35 cent rate and the Regular Session to seek more revenue as warrants may sell at a discount. The piece ends with the phrase Jones, he pays the freight.
Dan Aldrich has sold his interest in the Huffines and Aldrich garage to Mr. Huffines. Ill health prompted the sale so he could move West for his health. He plans to establish his home in Lubbock this week.
Swelling from insect bites may be eased by Ballard's Snow Liniment which counteracts venom and soothes irritation. Three bottle sizes offered by Dyer & Jones Druggists. Gasoline production in the United States rises from 35 million to 70 million barrels per year since 1914.
An old advertisement notes Rub My Tism as a great pain killer that relieves pain and soreness from rheumatism neuralgia and sprains with a mention of Adv December 1.
J G Carter and Company have purchased the S C Horton grocery store and the meat market run by O B Anderson in the Horton store. D O Wallace of Agua Dulce joins the firm, bringing experience and ties to D O Wallace and Sons. The new owners plan to stock up and run an up to date grocery store and will move to town with their families once suitable dwellings are found.
Commercial Club pushes Ida road projects awaiting Attorney General approval of the latest bond issue before the commissioners court calls for bids on grading and drainage. State aid funds will cover grading and bridge construction, enabling later sale of bonds for gravel surfacing, but action rests with the court.
A village scene unfolds as a woman bursts into a store with a stern look and a mislaid item. The clerk confirms the package is cheese not soap and jokes about a recent customer who bought both items. The anecdote ends with a pun on Welsh rarebit and a nod to Sun Want Ads delivering results.
The Odeon announces a busy July schedule including Constance Talmadge in In Search of a Sinner and The Realm of Laughter with price 15 and 30 cents. July 10 features William Farnum in Adventure, July 12 Doug Fairbanks in The Mollycoddle, July 13 My Lady's Garter, July 14 The Silent Avenger serial with Western dramas, and July 15 Connie in The Realm of Laughter. Coming posters tease Wanda Manley Miss Hobbs on July 16, Dorothy Phillips The Right to Happiness on July 23, and Mary Pickford Sad on July 30, with most titles normally at 50 cents.
Texas Democrats in the McAdoo camp faced possible defeats as Cox emerged. The 52 Texas delegates, led by Tom Love, resisted concessions and hoped for McAdoo to head the ticket, but key figures like J. M. Alderdice and R. A. Anderson broke ranks. Delegation dynamics shifted as Ohio and other states flirted with alternatives. Miss Margie Neal hinted at a last caucus scheme that could alter plans.
Mrs J J Savage an aged Bells resident died last Saturday night Rev J L Truett led funeral services at the Bells Baptist church Sunday afternoon She was a pioneer citizen of Bells She leaves a son Jim Savage and three daughters Mrs Luther Thomas of Denison Mrs Earl Kimbrough of near Denison and Mrs Merriott of Oklahoma
An old ad notes Rub-My-Tism as a powerful antiseptic that kills poison from infected cuts and cures old sores and tetter. The reference is dated December 1.
A curious note claims the jaw of a shark yields oil sought by watchmakers. It states each shark contains about half a pint of this oil, used for lubrication or other applications.
The text describes women aiming to back McAdoo over Cox, displaying a large banner, but the expected shift did not occur. Tom Love guided the Texas delegation and predicted a McAdoo victory across ballots. Cox leaders prevailed despite Texas ties, with Love and Mrs. Cone Johnson influential yet embattled in the intra party clash.
Champ Clark, former speaker of the House, from Bowling Green Missouri, welcomed Governor Cox as the Democratic nomination pick saying Cox is the best of the lot. Clark had not authorized his name for the convention and was not considered a compromise candidate.
A brief note promoting real satisfaction with fountain service offered by P J Pierce and Sons. It references quality work and customer assurance without additional details.
Sam Rayburn portrayed as a trusted congressman with a clean record and strong ties to colleagues and the Democratic administration. The writer urges continued support to preserve seniority and Rayburn’s integrity, asserting opponents would have attacked him during campaigning.
Miss Lucile Noe of Denison visits her grandfather W. T. Noe in Whitewright this week for a family gathering and to spend time together in the community.
Genuine Hot Point and Dovey electric irons priced at six and seven dollars respectively. Manning & Clark Hardware advertises these household appliances with current sale pricing.
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