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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1919
Page
1
New owner announces purchase of the tire and shoe repair shop formerly run by Lee Bros. He offers vulcanizing and retreading for auto tires claiming lower costs than new tires and notes tube vulcanizing is cheaper. He promotes a well equipped shoe repair shop and urges public satisfaction with all work.
G W Parker successors to Lee Bros guarantees satisfaction on every job for tire and shoe repair work. Local business ad promises reliable service and proceeds from Parker’s shop.
A notice calls all Baptist ladies to gather at the Baptist church next Monday at 3 30 in the afternoon to exchange ideas and map plans for enlarging the ministry and increasing honor to the Lord. Contributed.
A dining note praising P. J. Pierce & Sons for attentive service and fair pricing. Diners commend quick staff, friendly atmosphere, and reasonable menu options that balance quality with cost.
About one hundred farmers met at city hall to set a fair cotton picking price. They agreed on 2.00 dollars per hundred pounds with only two dissenters. A committee will solicit more signatures and may raise the price if crop conditions warrant. The signed list names many local residents and farmers including R. C. Vestal and W. E. Jarvis among others. The pledges aim to secure future charges and adjust prices accordingly.
R W Gallaher and son Robert acquire the Chas Truett drug stock and resume town business activity. Mr Truett leaves ownership to seek other livelihood after a period of successful operation.
Will Looney draws crowds by offering first class furniture at prices slightly lower than competitors. Shoppers learn the value and appeal of his products as word spreads about the deal and style.
Whitewright begins a Salvation Army Home Service drive Monday to Saturday. R H May and F M Kehels lead fundraising with a Grayson County quota of 25000 and Whitewright district 750. Local merchants assist, and the town aims for about 450 for per capita 25 cent gifts.
The City Council proposes hiring an individual to collect and dispose of refuse under city rules due to labor costs and poor sanitation fee payments. If accepted, residents would pay the private hauler directly until conditions improve or fees rise. Rubbish will be collected after Mire Prevention and Cleanup Day on October 9, with pickups beginning October 10.
Mrs. Sid Hudspeth returned to her Atoka Oklahoma home after visiting relatives here. She was accompanied by Mrs. Tom Atkins of Lubbock who was also visiting relatives.
A brief ad invites Mrs C L Manning to renew her magazine subscription before November 10th to save between 25e and 30c, urging action.
Fire Marshal urges Texaswide Fire Prevention Day on October 9 to inspect flues and chimneys, burn weeds and trash, and remove fire hazards. He especially appeals to local business men in Whitewright to clean up the business district and use his services to ensure a successful observance.
Informal notice from Cuas, R Trurtir, thanking patrons as he exits and announcing the transfer of his drug business to R W Gallaher and Son. He calls the successor a competent, reputable druggist and asks for continued patronage.
The Odeon presents a weekly lineup starting Thursday October 2 with Fannie Ward in Common Clay, a Pathe seven part feature. Friday October 3 features Eugene O’Brien in The Perfect Lover with four beauties. Saturday October 4 shows The Woman Under Cover Universal dramatic photo drama. Monday October 6 brings Karl Williams in The Wolf, a crowd pleaser. Tuesday October 7 showcases Olive Thomas in Upstairs and Down From cellar to garret a laugh on every step. Thursday October 9 headlines Tyrene Castle in The Firing Line a special picture. read ad in this issue.
Mrs T H Lively is seriously ill at her parents home in Van Alstyne after visiting there last Saturday. She fell ill on Sunday and remains confined to bed.
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