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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1925
Page
1
County Attorney Chandler explains Texas law on home brew stating it is illegal to manufacture or sell intoxicants or any liquor with over one percent alcohol by volume. He notes the state law is stricter than federal and carries a minimum one year penitentiary sentence for those over twenty five. Ignorance is no excuse for crime.
Mrs Harriet M Dixon wife of the late J E Dixon died last Thursday night at 11 30 at her home seven miles south of Whitewright after a ten weeks illness She was born in Springfield Missouri March 4 1858 and married July 31 1884 to J E Dixon who died March 7 1924 Surviving children are Mrs Annie Tate Mrs B A Morris Bruce Dixon J H Bill Dixon and Mrs M H Trotter all south of town and J E Wortham of Leonard The deceased had lived in the Pilot Grove community for twenty five years Funeral service was held at the
Doctors endorse Calotabs as a system purifier and foundation of health. Rid chronic ailments by a thorough purification with Calotabs once or twice weekly for several weeks. Family package 35 cents, trial 10 cents, directions included at any drug store.
The notice urges that bad breath dizziness poor appetite and digestive discomfort signal a torpid liver. It touts Herbine as a dependable remedy for liver stomach and bowel disorders, boosting digestion purifying bowels and renewing energy. Price 60c. Sold by Bow-Wright Drug Co.
The Southsiders defeated the Northsiders 9 to 6 last Thursday afternoon in a Main Street clash between local businessmen. Ed LaRoe claimed batting hero honors after going 4 at bats with two doubles and two singles, though his claim remains disputed since the scorecard was destroyed.
J C Montgomery aged 80 founder of the town of Memphis Texas died at his home in Memphis after a brief illness. He had lived near Whitewright for years before moving to Hall County in 1889 and was known for buying cattle in the region.
Dr J W McCrary opens a new dental office in the May Building with modern equipment. He is a young married man who has moved to Whitewright to make it his permanent home, joined by Mrs McCrary who previously taught music in Trenton Public School. The community welcomes the couple and wishes them success.
Rev John W Inzer pastor of First Baptist Chattanooga Tenn will begin a revival at the Savoy Baptist Church on Sunday August 2 He is known to Whitewright residents who recall his Savoy upbringing and past visits to the local church for preaching
Mrs. W. B. Laymen and her daughters Laura and Katie Ruth come home after a two week visit with relatives in Mc Kinney Tioga and Celina. Mrs. C. L. McNeil and daughter and Mrs. Arthur Denning of Waco and Mrs. W. R. Fairman of Bryan were guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Chambers at the start of the week.
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