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Whitewright Sun

Location

Whitewright, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1921

Page

3

Dallas Bank Sues Jake Hamon Estate

Southwest National Bank files a two count petition for collection of a 50000 note against the Jake L. Hamon estate and the estate of Edwin Hobby. The suit alleges Hamon was surety on Hobby loaned funds and that Hamon owed the bank 200000 at the time. Frank L. Ketch administrator for Hamon estate refuses payment. The bank formerly Surety National Bank, Hobby was cashier at the time.

Dallas Jake L. Hamon Edwin Hobby Southwest National Bank Hamon Hannon Hobby Frank L. Ketch Surety National Bank

Death Penalty Given in W T Aven Case

Waco Sept 22 The jury in Fifty Fourth District Court returned a guilty verdict against W T Aven for the murder of his wife and set punishment at death after a one ballot decision. Aven comforted his 13 year old daughter as both sobbed. County Attorney Tirey weighs pursuing two more murder charges against Aven in related indictments involving his infant son and others.

Waco W. T. Aven Fifty-Fourth District Aven Frank B. Tirey Dessie Keyes Leslie Keyes Tirey

Rat Snap Ad Claims Saving Hog Price

James McGuire of New Jersey praises RAT-SNAP rat bait in a farm ad. He states spending $1.25 on the product saved the value of a hog, noting the cake form requires no mixing and is refused by cats and dogs. Available in 35c 65c and $1.25 sizes. Sold and guaranteed by Dyer & Jones and Wilson Montgomery Hardware Co.

James McGuire New Jersey Dyer & Jones and Wilson-Montgomery Hardware Co

Cupid makes raid on Confederate Homes

Austin reports Wyatt A. Taylor, 77, and Mrs. S. A. Moore, 71, were married at the Confederate Women's Home yesterday. The bridegroom is a veteran.

Cupid Austin Wyatt A. Taylor S. A. Moore Confederate Women’s Home

Confed Home Couples Tie Knot as Legislative Marriage Rule Binds

A bride formerly from the Women's Home married a Confederate Home resident. Both now reside at the Confederate Home with a provision for couples under recent legislation. A similar wedding is planned soon. The rule shifts residents between homes, encouraging unions and reshaping housing. Two women from the Women's Home with husbands in the Men's Home have joined them, prompting legislative action to accommodate married couples.

Willard Battery Named Among Market's Best

R. S. Morehead, local agent, states the Willard battery is one of the best on the market today.

Willard Battery Willard. R. S. Morehead

Katy Shopmen Return to Work at Denison Katy Shops

Denison reports three hundred MK&T Railroad car shop workers resume duties after a three week layoff due to a closing order. Locomotive shops also operate at full force, and officials expect no immediate layoffs as the Katy system restarts locally.

Denison Missouri, Kansas & Texas Railroad Katy

Body of Pascal Burks to be buried at Tom Bean

Mr and Mrs J A Burks of Tom Bean were notified that Pascal Burks body has arrived in Brooklyn New York He was killed in action in the world war and served with Ambulance Company No 27 commanded by Dr Ellis of Denison Burial will take place in Tom Bean The service will be conducted by the Preston Everheart Post of the American Legion If arrival is timely the service will be held Sunday If not the funeral will be held Sunday week

J. A. Burks Tom Bean Pascal Burks Brooklyn N. Y Dr. Ellis Denison Preston Everheart American Legion

Houma Cafe Promotes Fresh Oysters at Craig's Cafe

In Houma Louisiana Craig's Cafe highlights its celebrated fresh oysters served daily. The local spot emphasizes quality and the coastal dining experience for residents and visitors alike.

Houma Craig

Money to Loan on Farms with Vendor Lien Notes Extended

Vendor notes secured by farm liens extended with options to contact R. H. May or Tom Barbee for arrangements. Informational notice for landowners seeking financing on agricultural property.

R. H. May Tom Barbee

Tickville depot time table ties Clab Hancock

Jefferson Potlocks accused neighbours of cow theft but located his missing cow today while clearing tall weeds behind his house. Rye Straw storekeeper invoiced stock and reports smaller inventory than last year, indicating sales.

Clab Hancock Tickville Jefferson Potlocks

Child Writer Misses Voice In Quiet Moment

A man visits the children's play house then the table corner to write but cannot think of anything to say. He borrows two pens from his wife for a stamp and heads to the post office, only to learn another National holiday has arrived.

Yam Sims Seeks Lane Fix For Calf Ribs Widow Residence

Yam Sims filed a complaint about the road leading to the Calf Ribs Widow home. He has pushed for repairs but faces little support, as he is the principal user who wore the lane down.

Yam Sims

Katy Adds Whistle Levers For Firemen Side

The Katy railroad is placing locomotive whistle levers on the left side of engine cabs so firemen can sound a warning from their position as well as the engineer. This is aimed at crossings where firemen may see oncoming traffic and can warn before alerting the engineer.

Fire signaling changes and calling card rates noted

A brief notice states the fireman will not whistle regular signals and signaling duties are reserved for the engineer. It also mentions printed calling cards priced at $1.50 per 100.

No Worms in a Healthy Child and Grove's Tonic Ad

A health ad promoting Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic as a remedy for children with worms. It claims the tonic purifies the blood improves digestion strengthens the whole system and helps expel worms after two to three weeks of regular use. Priced at 60 cents per bottle.

Grove

Marriage tragedy in Mena ends in suicide hours after ceremony

Robert C. Owen, a former Mena real estate man, was found dead with a bullet in his head. A farewell note bequeathed all property to his bride of forty eight hours, formerly Mrs. Sarah Dalton. Coroner's inquest testified Owen had asked Mrs. M. J. Hunter of Roxton to marry him, but wed Dalton before her arrival. He is believed to have killed himself shortly after.

Mena, Ark Robert C. Owen Mena Sarah Dalton

Washington Hocks on loss and gaining in life

Washington Hocks states that in life you lose more often than you win yet still come out ahead since you had nothing to start with. Sim Flinders has been attempting improvement for weeks and even took his dog to preaching last Sunday. The dog remains unrelated to the issue.

Washington Hocks Sim Flinders Whitewright

Phonograph Record Aids Potlocks With Sore Throat Relief

Mrs Jeff Potlocks is laid up with a severe sore throat that prevents talking. To speed relief her husband Jeff bought a phonograph record bearing the warning Children you all behave or I will get my hickory.

Jeff Potlocks Jeff

Fiddle practice precedes dance with odd tune title

Frisby Hancock takes his fiddle behind the stable to rehearse a piece for the upcoming dance. Yam Sims buys a cigar at Bounding Billows grocery on Monday afternoon and nearly finishes it before reaching a crowd.

Frisby Hancock Yam Sims Bounding Billows

Dock Hocks Crowned Biggest Eater in Gander Creek Vicinity

Dock Hocks the blacksmith wins a local eating championship after attending a birthday dinner on Gander Creek Sunday. Poke Eazley comments that more letters would be written if not for the trouble of finding unused envelopes and ink.

Dock Hocks Poke Eazley

Willard Battery Promotion By R S Morehead

Local advertisement invites readers to obtain Willard batteries from R S Morehead. The offer highlights availability and location details for purchase at this supplier.

Grove's Tasteless Tonic Restores Energy and Vitality

Tonic claims to purify blood and enrich it with iron and quinine. It supposedly boosts appetite, improves color in cheeks, and strengthens against malaria and grip. Marketed as pleasant for children, priced at 60 cents.

Grove

Also Mentioned on This Page

Dallas Bank Jake Hamon P. J. Pierce & Sons Smith’s Grocery Luther Smith & Son Hogwallow News Dunk Botts Aluminumware Sale Mangrum Brothers W. J. Barbee Wilson-Montgomery Hardware Store H. A. Stacy Bradyville Tenn Thedford’s Mr. Stacy Willard R. S. Morehead Hudson, Davis & Co
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