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Newspaper

Whitewright Sun

Location

Whitewright, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1914

Page

4

Savoy Debaters Set for State Championship in Austin

Comments from contemporaries E. A. McMahon G. A. Strudivant Paul McMahon and Rex Strickland report their departure for Austin where Paul and Rex will attempt to win the State debate championship. Fannin county has previously earned spots to Austin and the Savoy team hopes for State honors this year.

Messrs E. A. McMahon G. A. Strudivant Paul McMahon Rex Strickland Austin Paul Rex Fannin County Savoy

Rural Church Shaped by Its Members and Country People

A Farm and Ranch reflection states the rural church becomes what country people make it through their Christian duty and obligations. It emphasizes the church in the country reflects its members and their efforts and character.

Greenville Banner Urges Perpetual Cleanliness Campaign

The Greenville Banner urges ongoing citizen and authority effort to keep the town clean daily. It argues a healthier community relies on continuous, year after year cleanliness beyond initial campaigns.

Greenville

Leonard Beats Carlisle 9 to 1 in North Texas clash

Leonard defeats Carlisle 9 to 1 in Whitewright Friday afternoon continuing a strong season with two wins in the series. Local report notes Carlisle bragged as the crack team of North Texas while Leonard proves its steady form.

Leonard Whitewright Carlisle North Texas

Split log drag urged to keep dirt highways passable

Local officials are urged to prioritize use of the split log drag as a key factor in maintaining dirt roads. Overseers should allocate more time to this method, arguing it will benefit every citizen affected by road conditions.

Patriotism and public duty clash in Texas town columns

Greenville Banner defends road work and duties while challenging opponent Cyclone Davis. The exchange highlights labor against mud and rats, a Philippine job offer, and a claim of long service as alderman before reform. Both sides frame patriotism as public service versus self-interest.

Greenville Banner

Hay For Sale by W. T. Truett at Barn

W T Truett offers 3 tons of prairie hay for sale at 15 pounds per ton at his barn. Comptroller figures show nearly 100000 wild animals killed in Texas counties for state bounties, with the appropriation exhausted March 23. Over 300 University of Texas students to receive degrees in June. Academic graduates largest group. pharmacy medicine engineering law and business training also normal in size.

W. T. Truett Texas University of Texas

Whitewright selects teachers for next school year

Miss Fannie Culpepper of Revenna is elected as a public schools teacher for the coming session completing the faculty. Mrs J M Long is reappointed as music teacher for another year and will teach in summer. E Longley returns from Collinsville where he taught the Welch community school and is reelected with a raise. he leaves for Farmersville to spend the summer on his farm.

Fannie Culpepper Revenna Whitewright J. M. Long Board of Education Sun E. Longley Collinsville Welch Mr.Longley Farmersville

Sherman minister preaches at Central Christian Church

Central Christian Church hosted J. W. Holsapple of Sherman last Sunday delivering services at 11 a.m. in the morning and 3 p.m. in the afternoon. Announcement notes he will speak again next Sunday at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the same church.

J. W. Holsapple Sherman Central Christian Church

Local Classified Notices and Household Ads Montage

A mixed page of small ads and notices including sales of chattel mortgage blanks, barber services, glasses fittings, grocer T J Smith, and restaurant invites. It lists individuals visiting relatives in Denton Denison Tom Bean Sherman Denison and Greenville, plus moves to Ryan Okla and real estate notes west of the railroad.

Grigsbys Liv-Ver Lax_promoted as cure in ad text

An old newspaper snippet advertises Grigsbys Liv-Ver Lax as a cure for habitual constipation and liver troubles. It mentions local names Dyer and Jones and notes visitors from Greenville and Dallas staying with local residents Cora Lee Hoard and Lo Sears and Mr. and Mrs. Cameron in Dallas during the week.

Grigsby LAX Ask Dyer Jones Hayter and Snodgrass Greenville Cora Lee Hoard Lo Sears Mrs. Williams of Dallas A. F. Cameron

Smiths Return From Visit to Sherman

Mr and Mrs Charley Smith return to Sherman after a visit with Mr Smiths father R K Smith Patronize Bob Bane s two chair barber shop He will appreciate a share of your barber trade

Bob Bane Mrs Charley Smith Sherman Mr. Smith R. K. Smith

Livers Lacking Gri Gsbys Liv-Ver-Lax Sells Eggs and Ducks

Misses Ethel Edna Huffaker Ida Chitwood and Cora Keener of Ector shopped in the city last Thursday. P A Short advertises eggs for setting Rhode Island Reds Indian Runner Duck eggs.

Ethel Edna Huffaker Ida Chitwood Cora Keener Ector Rhode Island P. A. Short

Local Visitors and Moves Highlight Sherman Notes

Mr and Mrs Claud Sears arrived from Muenster to spend days with relatives. Mrs Paul Butler and Miss Annie Connelly of Trenton were in town Sunday en route home from Sherman. Mr and Mrs Guy Dillon visited relatives. Dillon will join the Daily Sun at Sherman. Tempting spring appetite with T J Smiths groceries promoted.

Claud Sears Muenster Paul Butler Annie Connelly Trenton City Sherman Guy Dillon Mr. Dillon Daily Sun

Tren ton Visitors Spend Weekend with Smiths

Mrs. Ben Dyer and her son Joe Smith visited from Tren ton to spend a day or two with Mr. and Mrs. Luther Smith. They were here Friday and returned home Sunday afternoon after a Sunday visit.

Ben Dyer Joe Smith Trenton Luther Smith Mr. Dyer

Wilson Bros Sell Ford Cars and Buick Sales Placed

Wilson Bros automobile dealers have sold Dr Bow a Ford Bert McKinney a Ford Frank Phillips of Rose Hill a Ford and have sold three Buicks at other towns.

Wilson Bros Dr. Bowa Ford Bert McKinney Ford Frank Phillips Rose Hill

Sewing Machine Repair Service Ad by Dixon and Hayter

If your sewing machine needs overhaul or repair notify us and we will come and get it and put it in shape Dixon and Hayter offer repair of all kinds.

Dixon & Hayter

Magnolia Oil to Build Warehouse on Katy Tracks

Magnolia Oil Company plans a new warehouse and tank facilities on the Katy railroad alignment, with Will Flemming appointed to oversee operations in the area.

Magnolia Oil Company Katy Tracks Will Flemming

Traction Engine for Sale Second Hand in Good Condition

Traction engine offered by Geo. W. Smith based in Dallas Texas. Second hand unit in good condition available for purchase with contact at 2818 Routh Street. Sale notice indicates practical rural or industrial use and invites inquiries from potential buyers.

Geo. W. Smith Routh St Dallas, Tex

Pierce & Son Urge Patronage for Premium Cold Drinks

An ad from Pierce & Son promotes their first class cold drinks dispensary offering a range of beverages. The friendly message emphasizes readiness to serve every customer with top quality products.

Pierce & Son

Cates Couple Spends Weekend with Commerce Relatives

Mr and Mrs A J Cates visited Commerce relatives and friends over Saturday and Sunday. Mr Cates works at Womack mills and Saturday marked his first leave of absence in over a year.

A. J. Cates Commerce Mr. Cates Womack Mills

Grigsbys Liv Ver Lax Liver Syrup Gains Favor

Grigsbys Liv Ver Lax liver syrup replaces calomel in many homes. Suitable for adults and children. Ask Dyer and Jones.

Grigsby Ask Dyer and Jones

Typewriter Paper for Sale at Sun Office

Light and heavy weight typewriter paper available at Sun office. Various sizes offered, suitable for everyday typing needs and formal documents.

Sun Sun Office

Vinol touted as lung benefit by Springfield user

Mrs. Kate Heckman of Springfield Ohio credits Vinol with curing a past run-down condition and alleged lung ulcers claiming the tonic soothes inflamed surfaces and boosts appetite and digestion. Druggists Dyer and Jones advertise money-back guarantee.

Kate Heckman Springfield Ohio Dyer & Jones

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W.J. Mathis Dayton B. Steed J. P. Leslie Abner L. Lewis J. L. Harrison J. A Jim) Akers W. G. Venable E. A. Turner Tom B. Ireland D. H. Washburn James Moreland Jerry Strait J. R. Carter Cyclone Davis Cyclone Philippines Honey Grove Central Christian Sears & Ford Lou Bell King Denton Lula Hollingsworth Tom Bean Glidewell’s T. J. Smith John Parker Georgia Lacy Tom Ayers J. C. Parsons Simmons Brothers Bulah Ownby Miss Davis Delia Moore Pierce & Son’s Corinne Nash Denison Cora York Mrs. Frank Smith D. A. Ray Ryan, Okla Mr. Ray Otto Denton W.R. Wilson Ben Patterson J. W. Davidson Enna Montgomery Jess Graves Julia Pritchett Chautauqua J.C. Casey Bernice Huse The Pugh Company Geo. C. Aydelott Walter C Eccles Evelle-Cedargreen Co A. C. Zehner Ralph Parlette Jess Pugh His Company of Artists Walter C. Eccles Harold Morton Kramer the Evelle-Cedargreen Co Halwood Robert Manlove Ned Woodman Dyer and Jones Simmons Bros Typewriter Prickly Ash Bitters Co St. Louie IUTS Skccetferris CIC Lel Dyer & Jones
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