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Whitewright Sun

Location

Whitewright, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1917

Page

4

Whitewright Sun notes sale and local business openings

The Whitewright Sun reports J M Payne has sold Bells Tribune to A W Jolly and hopes for a bright run under the new editor. Leonard Graphic notes Manning & Sons open a Whitewright hardware store with Lon Manning in charge and a leather goods department, serving a wide trade area.

J. M. Payne Bells Tribune A. W. Jolly Jolly Hells Tribune Belles of of Bells Whitewright Sun Y.T. Manning & Sons Whitewright Lon Manning Whitewright House Y.t.manning & Sons

Diversified farming urged by Don Wallace of Grayson County

Don Wallace, a Grayson County farmer, recalls switching from cotton when prices dropped to six cents. He now crops 70 acres with corn oats sugar cane Sudan grass Bermuda pasture and a garden. He keeps bees and raises fruit chickens and turkeys to sustain a diverse operation. The Waco Times-Herald endorses diversification and notes cotton remains important but urges farmers to diversify to weather future shocks.

Don Wallace Grayson County Bermuda King Cotton

New Dress Styles Featuring Stripes Plaids and Belts

A stylish line of dress and sport models offers updated stripes and checks with belt yoke and pocket ideas. Skirts are praised for value and affordable pricing with fashionable details.

New Silk Fabrics With Oriental Designs For Skirts And Costumes

Silk fabrics with Oriental motifs announced for sport skirts and costumes. Georgette rising in popularity with colors like mustard gold pearl gray and flesh. 40 inch wide washable fabric offered at 2.00 per yard. New taffeta options available in a wide assortment that must be seen to be believed.

Silk Hosiery Styles with Embroidered Details

Pure thread silk hose described in gray champagne pink white and black with lace contrast stripes and embroidered designs. Double soles heels and toes priced at 1.25 1.50 and 1.75.

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Beware Of Fire On Windy Days

A warning urging caution with open fires on windy days. The piece notes how loose tire brands, high winds, and wood shingle roofs have caused major United States conflagrations, including a large March 1916 Paris incident. It advises waiting for still days, proper debris cleanup, and starting fires away from buildings to prevent destruction.

United States Paris S. W. InGussy Sears Pimis T. W. Garris Whitewiugh

Public School Honor Roll By Grade Listing

First through eleventh grade honor roll names listed with students from Verma Man grum to Doris Ayres. Notable multi names include Luther Means Walter Harris Bowie Lois Conger Nannie Godfrey Marion Barbee Mary Freeman Willie Ross and Frances Wilson.

Verma Mangrum Sue McConnell Luther Means Walter Harris Bowie Lois Conger Nannie Godfrey Oliver Pender Maxie Hchols Kathryn Montgomery Vernon Conger Roney Glidewell Stanly Hayes Louie Roberts Raymond Phillips Letha Murry Marion Barbee Josephine Pierce Mary Freeman Minnie Willis Willie Ross Lillie Ross Louise Freeman Edwin Badgett Maurine German Willis Simmons Margreta Fender Dee Little Hazel Ray Willie Mangrum Jesse Belle Sears Roy Blanton William Coggins Oral Henry Aubrey Wilson Ruby Hoss Will Boone Pernie Badgett Nel Jadgett Frances Wilson Lattie Hamilton Eva Stilwell Doris Ayres

Sloan's Liniment for Rheumatism Relief

Advertises Sloan's Liniment as a quick penetrating pain reliever for rheumatism strains sprains and muscle soreness. Claims effectiveness over plasters and ointments with rapid action and mentions common pains like gout lumbago toothache backache and stiff neck. Priced at 25 cents at druggists.

Sloan

Shoes for Baby His Royal Highness Highlighted at Local Store

Soft soled baby shoes in white or white with blue or pink trim and black offered. Prices 35¢ 50¢ and 65¢.

Two Year Old Roses Sold At 2.50 Per Dozen

Marcus Connally of Farmersville Texas offers several dozen two year old roses for sale at 2.50 per dozen delivered. Address Box 411. Two line notice.

Marcus Connally Farmersville Texas

Glidewell Watch and Jewelry Repair Opens

S. R. Glidewell offers first class watch and jewelry repair services, promising precise work and quick turnaround for customer timepieces and precious pieces.

S. R. Glidewell

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J. H. Waggoner Waco Times-Herald Batiste Armstrongs Cash Store Silers Marguerite Mr. Pierce Lucy F. Yearou Clinton Avenue Fort Worth Golden Medical Discovery T. H. Sears GROVE Soc Foley D. A. Ray W. A. Hamilton Hou Ff da Dallas L. Laroe & Company
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