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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1916
Page
6
Reverend A R Nash argues that secular and sensational interests erode religious life in towns. He warns that many church members neglect worship and duties, risking the church’s influence and community welfare, urging unity and faithful devotion to God.
A lost S A E fraternity pin is missing in the local area. Finder is urged to call telephone number 51 to return it.
For sale items include a five passenger Chalmers automobile in good repair offered by A F Cameron at the ice house. Also for sale thirty seven Indian Runner ducks at 50 cents each listed by J A Lyons, R 3, 16 51. A scholarship in Tyler Business College sold by J H Waggoner. Lots Nos 11 and 12, block 6, Spearman addition offered by Emil Friedericks, Route No 2, Nordheim Texas, Nov 10. Also 135 acres bottom land with 125 cultivated, 10 timber acres, 6 room house, two tenement houses, wells and 600 fruit trees near Tom Bean. bids due by Nov 1. W M Isabell of Whitewright Rt 4 notes reserve right to reject bids.
Sherman Texas October 4 7 Red River Valley Fair features Press Day inviting editors and newspaper men from Texas and Oklahoma. Noted speakers include Col Rudolph of Tioga and Col Lowry of Honey Grove while Amato the Italian baritone and Johnny J Jones Exposition Shows provide entertainment. A Bible gift to Major Henry Ellis and a banquet headline the event as editors and their wives join in the celebration with canning club girls preparing the banquet.
R L Sehon chief electrician of the Gulf division Western Union Telegraph Co Dallas is believed drowned in Galveston surf. His clothing was found in a bath house and he was seen in the surf.
Pasquale Amato, renowned Met Opera baritone, will perform at the Red River Valley Fair in Sherman on Friday October 6. The event, led by H W Head, promises discounted seats at 2.50 with high attendance expected, and features David Hochstein on violin with an accompanist from the Met.
Mrs. W. P. Vaughn hosted the Forty-two Club on Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. Lucian LaRoe served orange punch. After the games, a salad course and hot coffee were served.
Miss Mossye Bigners of Glasgow Ky Miss Grace Seales of Oklahoma City Okla H T Arterberry of Glasgow and H L Arterberry of Tompkinsville Ky arrive Friday for the Arterberry McMillin wedding next Wednesday evening Miss Ethel Gordon and Mrs Luther Gordon spent Tuesday in Sherman Misses Virginia Gillett and Kathleen Hudspeth were Sherman visitors this week Mr and Mrs Charley Smith of Sherman visited relatives here Wednesday.
Health notice promotes Liv-Ver-Lax as a harmless vegetable substitute for calomel. It claims calomel causes violent system reactions and weakens health, while Liv-Ver-Lax offers the same effectiveness without the side effects. The ad urges purchase from Dyer & Jones and guarantees satisfaction or money back with authentic L. K. Grigsby branding.
The owner announces the sale of the store and impending closure by October 6. Creditors and holders of dues or coupons are urged to present for settlement by that date while discounts are emphasized during the transition.
Walter Hest reports from Whitewright Texas on September 28 1916. Dr J Neathery of Sherman visits. William Fleming travels to Fort Worth bringing four Chevrolet cars and ships six more to Bonham buyers. Walter and Mrs. Pritchett’s son undergoes appendicitis surgery. Mrs Claud Lackey hosts a six course luncheon in honor of Miss Irene McMillin with yellow and white decor and place cards for several guests.
W B Hestand who has operated a local grocery for fifteen years sold his store to R L Hayter who will take charge soon. Hayter is a known local businessman with several years in the furniture trade and is well regarded in the regional trade.
Property owners Gillett and Graves announce enforcement action against trespassing in the pasture east of town. The notice warns that violators will be prosecuted under applicable law.
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