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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1920
Page
2
A New York fuel speculator pocketed 210000 in thirty minutes from a 30000 ton coal deal by exploiting delays and rail and ship bottlenecks. He bought at 6 a ton, sold at 17, with 4 a ton in freight and tolls, aided by two exporters and a hidden third party. The loss would fall on the ultimate consumer.
Los Angeles reports a cinema boom toward minimal costumes as bold screen spectacles race to outdo each other. Productions like Allen Holubar's Man Woman and Marriage and Nazimova's Aphrodite promise revealing scenes, with Kismet and others featuring nudity or near nudity. The wave aims to shock audiences with daring attire choices and provocative stagecraft.
State of Texas citation by publication issued in Grayson County for Joseph Arthur Maier unknown residence to appear in the 59th District Court on the first Monday in December 1920. Plaintiff Mrs Nealy Maier seeks divorce on grounds of cruel treatment. file 28358. Clerk B D Dye. Deputy Alma Douglass.
A column notes Americans spent about 22 billion on cosmetics jewelry furs candy soft drinks tobacco and perfumes last year. It questions if halting cosmetic luxuries would harm industry and overall wellbeing versus keeping such spendings.
The State of Texas directs the Sheriff or Constable of Grayson County to publish this notice regarding an application for letters of testamentary by publication. The notice serves to inform interested parties and fulfill legal publication requirements for the estate proceeding.
Mrs GrEr- TRUDE SELL of 2117 Common Street describes severe health decline after promain poisoning and influenza. After using Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery she regained strength rapidly and recommends the tonic for stomach liver and blood. Over twenty four million bottles sold. available liquid or tablets at all druggists.
Grayson County summons all interested in the estate of Mrs. B. J. Brooks deceased. Barlow Roberts has filed for letters testamentary in County Court of Grayson County. Hearing set for January 1 1921 at Sherman Court House during the next term of civil and probate business. Watch for the writ and affidavit of publication.
Mrs Phillips wires for rat snap from Youell's Exterminating Co Westfield NJ. Customer reports RAT-SNAP rid rats quickly after moving from Pennsylvania. Three sizes 35c 65c and 1 25 sold and guaranteed by Wilson Montgomery Hardware Co and Dyer and Jones.
Poet laments danger of street crossing in modern era. Rves fear of speeding autos, describes a mishap with a truck and rib injuries, and complains of loss of mobility and independence while recalling horse drawn travel.
All children with worms show pale unhealthy color and stomach disturbance. Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic given regularly for two to three weeks will enrich the blood improve digestion and act as a general strengthening tonic to the whole system. Nature will then dispel the worms and the child will be in perfect health. Pleasant to take. 60c per bottle.
A reflective piece contrasts past travel by horse and coach with modern roads. It recalls men riding in vehicles with minimal scalp wounds, crossing the public way without being crushed by drays or rubber tires. The author notes trade and sport persisted, mentioning driving Dexter or Maude as examples.
A fragment recalls danger from speeding autos as residents consider crossing to the village street for a haircut and shampoo, illustrating local traffic worries and daily inconveniences.
A brief quotation from Walt Mason appears in The Sun and Dallas News. The piece lists a price of $2.25 and notes the source. The line reflects a humorous take on athletic ability comparing oneself to a kangaroo.
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