Revival reports stir Whitewright Texas meeting
A Sherman Democrat reprint describes a ten day revival in Whitewright led by Rev. Hub DeLaye and others, under Methodist and Presbyterian auspices. The 50 by 150 foot venue drew about 1100 on Wednesday, with a 60-voice choir and daily morning prayers. The program includes sermons on Hell and “Why I Am 100 Percent American,” promoting Protestant values and public schools, with 150 professing faith already.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherman Democrat
J. T. Knott
the Democrat
Whitewright
Texas
Hub DeLaye
Max Strang
John Q. Adams
Methodist Church
K. R. Isbell
Presbyterian Church
J. F. Fender
Hell
Horace Gordon
DeLaye
America
Evangelist Calls for Protestant Nation and Bible in Schools
Rev DeLaye urges a Protestant nation built on biblical faith and righteous leadership. He cites propaganda fears and urges homes, schools, and legislatures to uphold Christian principles, clean living, and steadfast defense of religious liberty. The service ends with a prayer and the battle hymn.
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DeLaye
Jesus
Church of God
Gress
America
Appeal Unites Vast Revival Audience In Powerful Moment
A preacher urged harmony with core principles and asked dissenters to refrain from resistance. The vast audience responded by raising their hands, creating a historic and highly memorable revival service marked by unity and shared purpose.
Lufkin Remedy Promises Quick Itch Cure
A local remedy from Dyer & Jones and J. L. Kirkpatrick claims to cure itch with no odor and no grease. Simple directions guide users to apply and resume work immediately. Marketed as guaranteed by the three names.
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Dyer & Jones
J. L. Kirkpatrick
Chauncey Asherton Seeks Prospective Father-in-law Interview
Chauncey Reginald Archibald Asherton expresses earnest intention to marry and asks for approval from his future father-in-law. The fragment shows a request framed in informal regional speech seeking consent to wed.
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Chauncey Reginald Archibald Asherton
The Art That Conceals Art Scene Sparks Brief Exchange
The crusty papa quips about insanity in the family as a pushy exchange unfolds. A line shows a character calling someone an amateur at love, followed by a mention of printed calling cards priced at $1.50 per 100.
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Crusty
Papa
Jack
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