Passing of the Horse Trader
A first person reminiscence recounts a failed era of professional horse trading. The narrator cites shifting fortunes from automobiles and a doomed trade culture, recalls his own deception toward his wife about becoming a famed horse trader, and describes encounters with two blunt rivals in a public square who offered trade ploys and warned about risks. The tale blends humor with critique of a fading profession and a personal reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe
Pardner
The Trade With a Blind Horse at the Market
A narrator recounts preventing a partner from watching a sale and trading for a blind horse with heaves. He vows never to trade with horse traders and notes his wife’s remark about the dime given to buy steak. The dialogue reveals mistrust and a blunt, no-nonsense trading ethic.
Dissolution and Continuation Notice for Sears Grain Co
Notice that the partnership of L P Sears T H Sears and W P Vaughn of Whitewright Grayson County Texas under Sears Grain Company dissolved June 1 1921 All debts owed to the partnership to be paid and all debts due from some discharge at the Sears Grain Company office Whitewright where the business will continue as a Texas chartered corporation issued June 1 1921 Dated June 15 1921 4115 W P Vaughn Secy
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. P. Sears
T. H. Sears
W. P. Vaughn
Whitewright
Grayson County
Texas
Sears Grain Company
State of
A. D
Sec
These Folks I Live Neighbor To
The Springs Standard reflects on plain neighbors, praising loyal, practical people who help in need and stand by you in illness. It muses on community, mutual aid, and faith while contrasting with famous, “super” figures. The tone remains intimate and folksy, celebrating ordinary saviors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springs Standard
Excelsior
Whitewright school transfer deadline notice
Those desiring to transfer their children into the Whitewright school must do so before August 1st. Don’t wait until the last day and then forget it. Do it now. R. W. Gallaher Lee's School Board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitewright School
R. W. Gallaher Lee
Navy releases Texan to save mother's life
William E. Morris of Henrietta Texas is discharged from the Navy to hurry home as his mother lies near death. After re enlisting postwar service, Morris gained relief through a Texas congressman and Navy action following a plea from Rev T M Morris and local officials.
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NAVY
Washington
William E. Morris
Henrietta
Texas
Morris
T. M. Morris
First Methodist
Herrietta
Parrish
Navy Department
Mabitual Constipation Curea With Lax-Fos Pepsin
An advertisement promotes LAX-FOS WITH PEPSIN a Syruphonic laxative for habitual constipation. It claims prompt relief but recommends daily use for 14 to 21 days to establish regular action. Describes it as stimulating and regulating and very pleasant to take. 60c per bottle.
Whitecapping charges in Waco after attack
In Waco Texas O D Reed George Jackson Bowden Hayes Jr and William L Edmond face whitecapping charges after Kennedy Cummings a 24 year old white man was tarred and feathered north of the city and after the public square seizure. Hays Reed and Edmond are also charged with carrying pistols. Bond was posted and the McLennan County grand jury is not reconvening before September. Cummings and his wife left town and planned to depart again after the incident, following notes signed Ku Klux Klan demanding he leave Waco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waco
Texas
O. D. Reed
George Jackson
Bowden Hayes Jr
William L. Edmond
Kennedy Cummings
Hays
Reed
Edmond
Frank B
McLennan County Grand Jury
Cummings
Woman Held on Charge of Poisoning in Comanche
Comanche Texas July 8 Mrs Flora Kimball 21 was arraigned in Justice Court and placed in jail on a charge of poisoning. Four women are named in the case and their identities or roles are described in the readable text. The brief report notes the arraignment and jail placement as the key actions in the case.
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Comanche
Texas
Flora Kimball
Justice
Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic Promises Strength and Color
A tonic claimed to restore energy and vitality by purifying and enriching the blood. Advertises as iron and quinine suspended in syrup, noting pleasant taste and suitability for children. Claims to destroy malarial and grip germs through its strengthening effect, priced at 60c.
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Grove
Attempted murder charge in aunt poisoning case
A woman faces charges of attempt to murder in connection with the poisoning of her aunt, Mrs. W. T. Johnson, 40, and Johnson’s three young children, the eldest being 10 years old. The case centers on alleged poisoning acts targeting the family.
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W. T. Johnson
Adding Machine Paper Sale At Sun Office
Adding machine paper is offered at 26 cents per roll with a special 2 rolls for 35 cents deal at Sun Office. The promotion highlights affordability for business use and printer needs.
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Sun Office
Shoe repair promise from R S Morehead ad
An advertisement offers top quality shoe repair using the best materials and workmanship guaranteed. Bring your shoe work to R S Morehead for reliable service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. S. Morehead
Cure a Cold in One Day Take Laxative Brom Quinine
An advertisement promotes Laxative Brom Quinine tablets to stop cough and headache from a cold in one day. Each box bears E W Grove’s signature. Price is 30 cents.
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E.W. Grove
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Hoss
Yeller
SBR Ae
DELCO
Delco-Light
W. M. Garrison
Mecklenburg County
N. C
H. E. Miles
Sherman
P. J. Pierce & Sons
A. Y. Creacer
F. W. Creacer
A. Y. Creager & Co
Sherman, Texas
Nunn’s
the Whitewright Bakery
Mahoney Bros
N. Travis Street
Liccart & Myers Tosacco Co
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