Twenty Five Years Ago in Whitewright
The Sun prints items from The Plow and Hammer dated Sept 2 1897. Cotton prices and market activity. Dr W R Hoard travels for health. Moyer and Williams publishers noted. local socials and visits listed among church, business, and town news. Prominent figures include Rev George W Truett and Ben Savage. multiple residents named with their movements and purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Sun
S. H. Montgomery
Plow and Hammer
Whitewright
Moyer & Williams
W. R. Hoard
San Antonio
Texas
R. M. Lively
George W. Truett
First Baptist Church
Dallas
Harry Sternburg
Sam E. Marshall
H. Chowning
Bowie
Jim Simmons
Tom Bean
T. E. Goff
Trenton
Jones Pennington
Leonard
Dick May
Randolph
Ben Savage
Sherman
F. E. Butler
Paris
McInt
Grocery Savings Ad Promises Low Prices on Staples
A store urges readers to shop for big savings with listed prices on coffee pork and beans and beans seeds and potatoes. The ad touts money saved per item with examples like Prince Albert tobacco and Hale's coffee and invites customers to have groceries delivered to their car or wagon. They promise a wide stock including garden seeds onion sets Bermuda onion slips and seed potatoes.
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Bermuda
No Worms in a Healthy Child
Old medical ad claims Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic cures worm infestations in children. It asserts healthy color returns, improved digestion, and overall strength after two to three weeks of regular use. The tonic is described as pleasant to take and priced at 60 cents per bottle.
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GROVE
Grayson College opening draws out-of-town visitors
J. M. Ervin of Dangerfield visits his daughter Mrs. J. F. Lilley as Grayson College hosts a notable opening day. Local civic leaders, pastors, and officials are listed along with several residents traveling, relocating, and commenting on cotton and schooling.
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J. M. Ervin
Dangerfield
J. F. Lilley
Grayson College
Luther Smith
Tennessee
B. F. Thompson
Center
I. T
H. Chowning
St. Louis
Womack, Fain & May
John McMurry
Palo Roberts
Asa Walker
Desert
Marion Worden
Kemp
Doolen
George Vaughn
Rosa Benedict
J. B. Woosley
Missouri
A. S. Webb
Mt. Pleasant
Whitewright
C. L. Jordan
W. S. Russell
J. H. Truett
J. H. Hudspeth
Wm. Payne
N. Buchanan
J. R. Ely
J. N. Powell
J. R. Carter
Auction Notice on Drug Stock Closure by R L Johnson
A store owner named R L Johnson announces the closing out of all racketeered drug stock to make room for sale items. The notice invites buyers to act now to purchase remaining stock at reduced prices.
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Gallaher
R. L. Johnson
G W Pope Honored Masons Record At 85
The late G W Pope died Feb 13 at age 85. He joined Masonry in 1869 at Warren in Fannin County, later moved to Electric Lodge No 153 Savoy Texas, and joined Whitewright Lodge No 167 in 1883 when the lodge relocated from Kentucky town to Whitewright. He was the oldest surviving member of Whitewright Lodge.
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G. W. Pope
Old Warren
Fannin County
Savoy
Texas
Whitewright Lodge
Kentuckytown
Whitewright
Texas Senate Endorses Rail Commission Agreement
The Texas Senate commends Governor Neff and two new Railroad Commissioners for agreeing not to seek other public offices while serving on the commission. The resolution cites public benefit and honors Governor James Hogg as father of the commission.
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Railroad Commission
Texas
James H. Hogg
Senate of Texas
Neff
Highways Near Bells to Undergo Change
A plan to modify the highway near Bells has been agreed upon to improve the current road conditions. The proposal promises a significant improvement once implemented.
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Bells
Route realignment cuts travel from Whitewright to Savoy
The plan shortens the Whitewright to Savoy route and removes two Katy railway grade crossings. A new straight road from the Kimbrough corner will meet the east Bells area highway. The Katy agrees to fund an under-track passage east of Bells to eliminate the two dangerous crossings.
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Whitewright
Savoy
Katy
Kimbrough Corner
Bells
Force Tonic Promises Quick Body Rebuild and Vitality
A vintage advertisement touts Force Tonic as a master reconstructor that recharges the body's energy, restores pep after hard days, and prevents breakdown. It urges readers to ask their druggist for Force, noting it is sold by Dyer & Jones.
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Dyer & Jones
Jeweler and Optometrist Promises Eye Fitting Service
R L Johnson the Jeweler and Optometrist offers tests for eyes and proper glasses fitting with satisfaction guaranteed and reasonable prices.
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R. L. Johnson
Correctly fitted glasses from Sherman Drug Co.
Poor eyesight drains nerves and health. The Jewelry and Optical Dept. offers an optometrist consultation to determine exactly what you need and guarantees satisfaction. Sherman Drug Co. on the north side of the square in Sherman, Texas.
Senate Endorses Neffs Agreement With New Rail Commissioners
Austin March 2 Without discussion the Senate adopted a resolution endorsing Governor Neffs action in agreeing with two new Railroad Commissioners that they will not seek other political offices during their tenure. The measure, presented by Senator Floyd, states Nabors and Splawn will not run for further offices while serving on the commission.
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Austin
Senate
Floyd
Pat M. Neff
W. A. Nabors
W. M. W. Splawn
Automobiles Goods At R S Morehead Filling Station
Readable ad note highlights a filling station run by R S Morehead offering a range of automotive accessories and oils for drivers and customers seeking convenience and supplies.
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R. S. Morehead
Pierce & Sons Promotes Summer Fountain Drink HQ
The notice invites customers to start now at Pierce & Sons as their fountain drink headquarters during the summer months promising the best drinks.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Prince Albert
R.J.R
W.N.T
Star Navy Tobacco
Canova
Hale’s Leader
Campbell’s Pork & Beans
K.C. Brig
Kimbell
W. T. Nicholson
C. A. Culberson
George T. Jester
M.M. Crane
W. B. Wortham
R. A. Finley
J. M. Carlisle
Masons
American Tobacco Oa
Virginia
Lyceum
The
All-Sisters Saxophone Quartet
MEAT
Biggerstaff & Horton
Davidson’s
First National Bank
C. B. Bryant
R. A. Gillett
Mers
Mangrum Brothers
R. C. Brown
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