Bryan Declines Senate Run and Club Revival Notes
William J. Bryan has announced that he will not be a candidate for the United States Senate from Florida. This is the first time we ever heard of Mr. Bryan refusing to run for anything. Since the Hub DeLaye revival the women are now passing the afternoons and evenings in far reducing clubs. The third one is now being organized. The bridge clubs have disbanded.
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William J. Bryan
United States Senate
Florida
Mr. Bryan
Miss Annie Webb Blanton Upped as Possible Par rish Heir
The Honey Grove Signal notes Miss Annie Webb Blanton sister of Congressman Blanton announces candidacy to succeed the late Lucian W. Parrish. The piece reflects on youth and the cycle of leaves and life with a poetic comparison, ending with a reflection on age and return to earth.
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Annie Webb Blanton
Congressman Blanton
Lucian W. Parrish
Congress
Texas
Honey Grove
Harding speaks on presidency and home ownership values
President Harding, as a National Press Club guest, reflects on twenty years in the White House, the difficulties of readjustment after war, and the need to accomplish the long stride back to normal government. He urges focus on family stability and home ownership as a path to moral character and civic virtue.
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National Press Club
Harding
White House
Senate
Texas Weather Drives Call for Reservoirs and Conservation
The papers discuss Texas weather, noting sudden rain shortages and floods. It urges building reservoirs to conserve rainfall for drinking, irrigation, and agriculture, arguing it is the practical solution when rainfall cannot be apportioned by preference.
Easter Dawn and the Resurrection Promise
A Easter poem recounts Mary Magdalene and others visiting the tomb to anoint Jesus. The stone is found rolled away, angels announce the risen Christ, and Thomas doubts until he sees the wounds, then believes, while Jesus blesses those who believe without sight. Velma West Sykes.
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Thomas
Christ
Velma West Sykes
Editorial Sparks and Witty Proverb Snippets
Quotations from multiple papers range from a jab at reckless behavior to praise for work and a critique of social reform. The Asheville Times hopes for uplift, while the Life review derides a soldier bonus as government debt relief. A Kirksville Express quip suggests mothers as strappers reduce flappers.
Public price of print paper and subsidies debated
The New York Telegram notes the public must learn the present price of print paper. The Dallas News argues the subsidy aims to pay ships for bringing in goods blocked by tariffs.
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New York Telegram
Dallas News
Next millionaires may come from radio set makers
The Des Moines Register suggests that the future wave of self-made fortunes will come from men who manufacture radio sets. The column argues that this industry’s growth and innovations create opportunities for new wealth, signaling a shift in the source of mega fortunes.
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The
Des Moines Register
Quotations from Papers on Politics and Society
A collage of brief editorial quips from 1920s papers mocking figures like Bryan and Newberry and commenting on Prohibition, capital attitude shifts, automobile wisdom, cinema, and living costs. The snippets showcase satirical takes on politics, prohibition, crime, and daily life with implied timeliness and regional voices.
Market ad seeks eggs and butter buyers
A market entry advertises buying fresh eggs and butter at the highest prices, paying cash or trade. The seller offers six days a week service, a complete grocery stock, and special prices for large purchases, inviting customers to compare prices and let him figure on their grocery bill.
Obituary: C C Bailey Dies at 46 in Whitewright
C C Bailey aged 46 died at his home Friday evening after a brief illness. Born August 6 1876 in Cass County he lived in Hunt County before moving to Whitewright three years ago. He joined the Baptist Church ten years ago and was active in the Masonic Lodge. Funeral services were held at Caddo Mills Baptist Church with burial by the lodge after a ceremony led by Rev K R Isbell. Survived by his wife two daughters mother one sister and three brothers.
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C. C. Bailey
Caddo Mills
Mr. Bailey
Cass County
Hunt County
Whitewright
Bailey
Baptist Church
Caddo Mills Baptist Church
K. R. Isbell
First Methodist Church
Masonic Lodge
Gladys
Duval
Thompson-Tanter Nuptials in Sherman Courthouse Ceremony
Reuel Thompson of Kiowa Oklahoma and Miss Irene Tanter of Denison married in Sherman on Monday April 10 at the courthouse. Thompson, son of Mrs J B Thompson, has lived in Sherman and served in the American Army overseas. He works for the Katy railroad. The couple will reside in Kiowa.
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Reuel Thompson
Kiowa
Okla
Irene .Tanter
Denison
Sherman
Reuel
J. B. Thompson
Katy
Mrs. Thompson
Methodist Church Sunday Services Notice
Methodist Church lists Sunday school at 9 45 a m and preaching service at 11 a m Rev O T Cooper will preach. Members urged to attend and help improve the Sunday school.
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Servces
O. T. Cooper
Easter Resurrection Program At Local Church
The service at 7 30 p m features The Resurrection with Miss Hampton and Mrs Willis in charge. An Easter program is planned for the evening, league meets at 6 30 p m, plus Woman's Missionary Society Monday at 3 p m, and a prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 30 p m. About 100 attended last week. visitors welcome. K R Isbell, Pastor.
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K. R. Isbell
Letter of Appreciation from Whitewright Texas
A Whitewright resident dated April 11 1922 thanks Southwestern Life Insurance Co of Dallas for prompt settlement of the life insurance policy on her husband Robert W Painter. The letter expresses gratitude for swift handling of the claim.
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Whitewright
Tex
Southwestern Life Insurance Co
Dallas
Texas
Robert W. Painter
Painter praises agent and policy inquiry after proof of death
Three days after proof of death was furnished the writer received a draft for 1954.10 through agent W J Barbee. She extends gratitude and says she will speak well of Southwestern Life Insurance Company.
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W. J. Barbee
Gree
Southwestern Life Insurance Company
Dollie S. Painter
Card of Thanks for Deceased Beloved Companion
We extend heartfelt thanks to friends for kindness during his illness and for sympathy at the loss of our dear earthly treasure. Signed by Mrs. R. W. Painter Mrs. W. D. Taylor Mrs. R. B. Phillips Clara Dovie Mar
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R. W. Painter
W. D. Taylor
R. B. Phillips
Clara
Dovie Mar
Dr O M Durham Dentist Appears in Directory
Local notice lists Dr. O M Durham as a dentist with contact number 270. The snippet indicates a professional listing and phone reference in a directory context. No additional details are provided about location or office hours.
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Tanter
O. M
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