16 Jul 1915
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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1915
Page
1
A Dallas firm writes from Whitewright Texas thanking The Whitewright Sun for advertising their property. They report discontinuing the ad after selling the property and praise the display and results, saying the outcomes exceeded expectations.
Florence Mahala and the Little Spearmans with Mr Claude Epperson left Wednesday for Whitewright for an extended visit with Texas friends and relatives. Mr Epperson is taking a summer vacation and learning the culture and beauty of the Whitewright students while visiting the co eds and pursuing a postgraduate course in millinery.
A black man arrested near Randolph two weeks ago by Deputy Sheriff John Stillwell confessed to a murder in Fort Worth about four years ago when questioned by the Tarrant County County Attorney. Indicted by the grand jury, he will face trial in the next court term. He fled after the crime and has been at large for four years.
R A Jones a Celina druggist and his wife arriving Sunday night from a gulf honeymoon tour. They will reside in the new home built by T H Ford. Celina Record notes the welcome of this young couple to the town.
Mr. and Mrs. Claude Sears and their children traveled back to their Gainesville area home on Monday after visiting relatives here. They were joined on their journey by Mrs. Guy Dillon and Miss Velma Kirkpatrick.
Clean bright aisles at T. J. Smith’s grocery store invite customers to phone in their wants. Retailer emphasizes ready stock and personal service as it welcomes shoppers to call ahead with requests.
The Commercial Club urges revival of Whitewright's special trades day to draw business and crowds. Leaders praise new residents, investment in local industries, and a Cotton Warehouse as a stabilizer. Proposes landscaping around the pumping plant and a united charity bureau to streamline relief and curb misleading advertising.
Postmaster H L Webster reports Washington letter detailing rural route changes effective August 1. Route 4 will be absorbed by Route 2. Route 4 to be discontinued. Route 6 renamed Route 4. Route 3 extended through Trenton and beyond. Overall, service continues with one fewer route, saving $720 yearly. Fannin county led in reorganization with twelve routes discontinued. Changes likely to spread to Grayson county with more adjustments ahead.
A Progressive Farmer quote extols leaving musgos rotted matter to enrich soil. It argues burning and artificial methods degrade land, urging ongoing cultivation of winter and summer legumes to plow under yearly. The piece emphasizes deep, mellow soil and resilient crops through natural processes.
T. B. Moore announces resignation effective September 1 1915 or the first meeting in September stating he will be away in the cotton business until April 1916 and has not drawn mayoral salary in his absence. He praises the new council and water plant and notes the city’s improving finances.
John Parker of Bonham is staying home Sunday and will likely move his family to Steger by August first as he continues work with the Steger Milling Company.
Glidewell emphasizes thorough knowledge of watches jewelry and diamonds and guarantees genuine items. Customers are assured right work at fair prices with optical services also offered. Visit for all watches jewelry and optical goods.
Hundreds of Sherman residents visited the new public library funded by Andrew Carnegie through a $20,000 donation on the condition of a $2,000 yearly maintenance appropriation. City officials accepted under Mayor Wall, securing a corner lot at Jones and Walnut. The brick reinforced concrete building, 45 by 76 feet, houses about 4,000 volumes with weekly additions. Mrs Nora Key Weems serves as librarian with Edith Cribble as assistant.
A Celina Record quote contrasts town vitality with newspaper liveliness. It argues a lively, well printed paper with fresh ads and locals indicates prosperity, while a skimpy half price feel signals a dead town and gloom.
Miss Vera Kirkpatrick of Whitewright, guest of Miss Gladys Evans, was honored with a Thursday breakfast at Creed Taylor's home, a Thursday evening reception at the Young Men's Social Club, and a country breakfast by Miss Mae Orendorff. Eleven automobile loads of youths attended the breakfasts.
A brief ad urges readers to phone Ira Kirkpatrick for wood orders with prompt attention and prices claimed to be always right. The fragment hints at a local tradesman offering lumber and wood products with responsive service.
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