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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1914
Page
2
The Whitewright Sun informs readers that subscriptions expire on the first of the month and asks subscribers to notify the paper if delivery is irregular. The notice appears in the second class mail matter publication from Waggoner and Echols publishers.
The paper states obituaries resolutions and cards of thanks cost 3 cents per line. Church lodge notices and revenue generating entertainments are 3 cents per line. Religious fraternal or public meetings for public benefit are published free of charge.
Jim Reeves is expected home this week from Austin after completing his first year in the State University law department. Reports say Reeves is making a top notch record with exceptionally strong oratorical abilities and highest grades. Randolph Bryant, a classmate who studied in the North, entered the University last year.
Hon D S McMillin of Whitewright visited Denis on Monday and announced he has yielded to citizen solicitation to run for representative from Grayson county. His candidacy will be announced formally soon and is regarded favorably due to his wide local recognition in commerce and fraternal circles.
J. A. Fudge returns home from Ringling Oklahoma where he has pursued contracting and building work. He notes Ringling’s rapid oil industry growth and says crude oil is so plentiful that large quantities go to waste due to insufficient handling facilities.
The Sun announces four candidates for the unexpired city marshal term in Whitewright. J T Roberts emphasizes law observance and street work skill. D R Lewis highlights long public dealings and tax duties. J T Stillwell boasts local service and ample public spirit. John Nash projects calm leadership and firm enforcement if elected next Tuesday.
The Sun praises J. H. Biggerstaff as a candidate for county commissioner from Precinct 2 including Whitewright and Denison. It cites his business judgment honesty and broad county experience from roles as constable deputy sheriff deputy tax assessor and county clerk staffer.
J A McKinney sells the south side drug store on Whitewright’s main street to R W Gallagher of Savoy. Gallagher, a former Whitewright resident, returns after three years in Savoy and restarts the business with his family welcoming him back. McKinney came from Sherman three years ago and is described as a thorough druggist.
Auction notice offers lots 2 and 3 in block 12 H C Sears addition Whitewright. Communicate price to B S Chandler Greenville Texas. Simmons Brothers barber shop advertises best tonic products for hair care.
Mrs. Patterson of Cleburne, grand deputy for the Eastern Star, installed the newly elected officers of the local lodge. Elective officers named include W. M. Mrs. S. H. Montgomery, W. P. Dr. O. P. Nelson, A. M. Miss Susie Noe, Secretary Mrs. Helen Montgomery, Treasurer Mrs. Mattie Beasley, Conductor Mrs. Florence Spearman, and Assistant Conductor Mrs. J. L. Bow.
Satisfied with the work of an experienced craftsman at the rear of Stedham's shop near Cox's old stand. The notice invites continued patronage and business.
The contractors Hughes and Furry urge Whitewright parents to keep children off public school grounds during building work to prevent injuries. They request parents instruct children to stay away from the grounds while work proceeds.
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