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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1916
Page
8
A fragmented timetable shows east and west bound departures with times 11 20 am and 3 35 pm and 9 30 am and 11 20 am. The readable segments list Cotton Belt lines No 204 and schedule reference points but lack complete station names and destinations.
An ad touts LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE as superior to ordinary quinine, claiming tonic and laxative effects with no nervousness or aging of the head. Mentions signature by E. W. GROVE and price of 25 cents.
W J Minton declares for representative from Grayson and Collin counties in the 1916 Democratic primary July 22. He proposes a square deal platform advocating medical practice act amendments to allow all legitimate healing arts and juries in all cases, plus a salary reform for public officials and protections against contempt without a jury.
A Texas candidate outlines plans to enact needed laws and pursue a square deal for all. He declares lifelong Democratic alignment, opposition to ring rule, and commitment to anti-dictation policies. He shares humble roots in Hopkins County, Confederate family ties, and intent to communicate views through press and stump before the Democratic primary.
A supporter vows full effort to secure a square deal for all if Sam is elected, expressing resolve and respect in a brief, formal pledge attributed to W. Md. Minton.
A promotional slip invites readers to mail five shillings seven pence to Foley & Co of Chicago for a trial package. The package promises Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound for bronchial coughs colds and a croup Foley Kidney Pills and Foley Cathartic Tablets from Dyer & Jones.
A collage of wry observations and opinions on reputation, money, dogs, hunting laws, propaganda, pessimism, babies rights, overwork, crops, alimony, and wartime gear. The piece blends social satire with pointed quips about manners, risk, and modern life, ending with a note on soldiers and self-image.
A Boston research society pursues a likeness of Adam, noting that discovering his appearance would add little to human happiness if it reveals he was bald headed and wore side whiskers.
A doctor argues disease is a crime while others claim crime is a disease. The two views differ: treating disease as crime entails its own punishment, whereas viewing crime as disease lacks its own remedy.
Dodson's Liver Tone is advertised as a safe, vegetarian alternative to calomel for bilious symptoms. The pitch emphasizes that calomel harms with salivation and bone necrosis, while Tone promises to restore liver function, cleanse bile, and improve digestion without side effects. It boasts a money back guarantee and suitability for children.
Announcement column lists Democratic primary candidates for 1916 races including Congress Sam Rayburn and Andrew L Randell. judges Cal T Freeman W M Peck and M H Garnett. county attorney H H Cummins J A Lawson Chas R Crenshaw Hubert Bookout. county clerk Nath a Cox Er A Turner FF Ke Frank McKinney H B Denton A P Wood. superintendent Pus INS R Ek L Stamps W N Holly J Argiles D B Smith. representative H T Dunaway. precinct 2 commissioner J H Bliggerstaff A L Jack Mathes. justice of the peace J H Pennell.
Property of W C Stephens Moore levied to satisfy a 4360.80 judgment in H H Simmons v W C Stephens K L Atterberry and F F Moore. 95 19 acres out of Duggan and Gunter surveys in Grayson County to be sold by sheriff on June 6 1916 at the courthouse door Grayson County Texas. Deputy L L Etchinson signs.
An old advertisement promises cure for itching bleeding and protruding piles with PAZO OINTMENT. It claims relief after the first application and offers a refund if the treatment fails within six to fourteen days.
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