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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1921
Page
3
Governor Neff said he would appoint a woman to the University of Texas board of regents, the first woman to join the body. He plans a similar appointment to the Texas A and M College board, already naming Margie Neal to the normal board, with others to follow at smaller state institutions.
A long tribute recounts Hub the Boston terrier, beloved in the Harding circle, praised for faithfulness, reverence, and guardian loyalty. The piece defends dog soul and memory, noting Hub’s daily visits to the Star office and his gentle, steadfast companionship. The oblique critique of cruel humans contrasts with Hub’s noble loyalty and virtuous conduct.
For every purpose for which a lini ment is usually applied the modern remedy Liquid Borozone will do the work more quickly more thoroughly and more pleasantly. Price 30c 60c and 1 20. Sold by Dyer Jones druggists.
Austin May 10 Representatives from cotton associations and chambers of commerce in Texas meet with Governor Neff to discuss a possible federal quarantine due to alleged Texas failure to control pink boll worm spread.
New Bedford public schools superintendent Allen P. Keith issued an order forbidding cosmetics for teachers. He stated teachers must have clean faces and that children with dirty faces are sent home to wash. The rule on powder and paint applies to teachers, while skirt length is left to individual discretion. A separate ad note promotes Ballard's Snow Liniment for sprains, sold by Dyer & Jones.
Blue Ridge precinct in Collin County Texas votes 52000 bonds for the Dallas branch of Highway No 5 with 290 for and 14 against The Sun notes ads about engraved calling cards and plate savings.
A daily delivery promise for 50 cents a month includes Associated Press News and Sunday Comic Section. The advert urges readers to subscribe via agent Guy Stedham, highlighting value for money and weekly content.
Dunk Botts reports Raz Barlow keeps wearing a striped shirt on Sundays while Sim Flinders faces financial pressure as his wife urges him to earn a dollar. Atlas Peck repaired his watch except for a few tiny wheels. Poke Eazley and family report no mail for a long spell and a wren considers nesting in the mailbox.
Poke Eazley fished Friday afternoon at Gander Creek and almost landed the season’s first big fish. In a recent lecture, Wild Onion schoolteacher spoke at length about time’s rapid flight, but the audience appeared unconvinced.
Sidney Hocks plans to print cards next time he visits Tickville but fears nobody wants them since all know him. The Tickville photographer reveals a new mountain prop for photos. Slim Pickens objects, insisting his portrait should feature him as the biggest thing in the frame.
In the fourth reel of the western film at Tickville opera house Saturday night a hard rain swept the desert plains. Several audience members rose and hurried outside to cover the hoods on their cars amid the sudden downpour.
Sid Hocks visits Tickville meat market shoe shop and jokes about a round-steak half sole as he requests repairs. The brief scene captures local humor in a street-side encounter.
Proven home remedy claim describes that worms in children cause pale unhealthy color and stomach upset. Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic is advertised to enrich the blood improve digestion and strengthen the whole system. The text states regular use for two to three weeks will dispel worms and restore health. 60c per bottle.
Miss Hostetter Hocks spent Saturday afternoon at Bounding Billows shoe store seeking a pair of shoes that proved too small for her.
Luke Mathewson visited a barber shop Tuesday seeking a trim but the wind remained strong and Dock advised returning when whiskers quieted, delaying the haircut.
Ellick Helwanger, who yesterday bought pants identical to those worn by the DePuy Constable, was arrested this morning for attempting to impersonate a law officer.
Bounding Billows fire department requests prompt official notice of any fires. They note two recent house arsons burned without notification and urge authorities to share alerts quickly to protect lives and property.
Sap Spradlen, who recently left the Excelsior Fiddling Band, stood nearby as the group played and mourned the band’s decline since his departure. The ad urges Herbine as a system purifier for poor breath appetite and gloom, claiming one or two doses will help, priced at 60 cents.
Adding machine paper available at Sun office pricing 20 cents per roll or two rolls for 35 cents. Limited stock and first come basis.
In Denison on Friday morning two white men were captured after a gun fight with Sheriff Boyd Craig and deputies as they burglarized Aker's grocery, Yeidel's book store, and U S Clothing Co. They sheltered in a rear outhouse. Ike Large, Oscar Boren, and Officer Sherrell aided. The two men from Kansas City were armed, exchanged about a dozen shots, but no injuries occurred. They fled with a small cash amount and a few knives.
R. S. Morehead offers re-treading of old casings with a guaranteed job. Promises the casings will be nearly as good as new, appealing to customers seeking restored condition.
White's Cream Vermifuge is certain destruction to intestinal worms. It is harmless to children or adults. Price, 35c. Sold by Dyer & Jones, druggists.
A local ad states printing calling cards and engraving services are available. It notes customer preference options for card printing and personalizing items, with no further details on pricing or turnaround times.
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