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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1926
Page
4
Notice from the Whitewright Sun about post office matter and policy on notices of entertainments box suppers and other benefits with admission fees or monetary consideration will be charged at regular advertising rates memorials and resolutions of respect require charges the paper will correct erroneous reflections on character upon notification to publishers
The article notes Texas Clean-up Week and warns of spring pests as efforts push to improve health and cleanliness. County officials Boren and Engineer Scott plan road and bridge work soon, while a Sherman egg hatchery expands to 15,000 chicks weekly attracting farmers and Whitewright poultry raisers.
A local writer discusses boosting production next season and the potential for a community incubator and hatchery under experienced supervision. The piece also advocates preserving the Whitewright High School campus as a future public park and notes risks to lawns from driving and livestock. Onion crop reports are corrected, stating 100 acres at 100 bushels per acre yield about ten thousand crates.
The boards of directors of the Denison and Sherman Chambers of Commerce held a mingle at Hotel Simpson in Denison the other evening. It is reported that the gathering fostered discussion on regional business matters and mutual interests.
A nostalgic note recalls two once-close rivals who greeted each other warmly with gifts and praise only to be torn apart when one shot and killed the other, a stark reminder of how quickly friendship can sour into tragedy.
Tee and snow covered vegetation appeared after Tuesday night’s severe blast. Oat fields and most garden plots remain intact. Some corn needs replanting, while others are expected to survive with a good stand. Fruit damage is not yet determined.
The Sun urges residents to observe a city ordinance prohibiting tying out livestock on streets or alleys and preventing stock from standing on or crossing any street drive or walk.
The Texas Louisiana Power Company announces a new office and sales room opening this Saturday with Miss Willie Ross in charge of local operations. Two electricians Hubert Cox and Edward Clark will handle line repairs and service installs under Roy Clark the district superintendent. The firm plans extensive improvements including poles, larger wires, and more transformers to rebuild the distribution system for broader electric store access and industrial needs.
R. L. Johnson the jeweler and optometrist invites readers to a comprehensive eye test and professional glasses fitting. The notice emphasizes expert service and savings for customers seeking eyewear.
Sunday school at 9 45 Special Easter program after lesson time with Miss Minnie Willis solo and Resurrection theme at 11 a m Junior Choir directed by Miss Christine Stuckey Epworth League 6 30 p m Evening service 7 30 p m with choir Special Easter music District Conference sessions April 6 7 at Howe Revival services begin April 18 led by Rev Williams Easter egg hunt Saturday for Sunday school primary Meet at church 2 30 p m W A Stuckey pastor
A political sage predicts the coming year will reveal the administration’s character, with Senator Walsh already naming the metal as a clue to the leadership's strength and resolve.
A compilation of quote snippets from various papers noting stances on tobacco weathering Prohibition and farmer prices. It contrasts views on weathering law, church influence, and Driver behavior with wry commentary on politics and society across states.
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