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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1935
Page
8
Paris reports from International News Service say a European conflict would heavily strain US supplies. Cotton, oil, wood, nitrates, wheat, sulphur, copper, iron, and steel would be needed, with transport across the Atlantic the key challenge.
In Hell Norway a general ruling by state railways ends the practice of selling return tickets to Hell itself. The hamlet, a cluster of six buildings in the northern mountains, keeps drawing travelers who still seek a souvenir and a ride to other destinations.
In Pueblo Colorado Nicholas Smallovich a 38 year old barber and several companions reportedly lost 18 dollars at a cafe slot machine. He then used slugs from a .45 caliber revolver to "play" the machine. Patrons fled and he was jailed.
A humorous exchange about a garden failing last summer. Mrs. Funk says every time her husband started digging he found many worms and quit to go fishing, implying garden woes and worm abundance.
Pastor W. Dennis urges all Methodist families in Whitewright to attend Easter Sunday services at 11 a.m. The church plans a baptism for children, welcomes new adult members, receives a class into worship, and asks gifts to the benevolent fund. Bring friends and envelopes for offerings.
Dr B Wrenn Webb presides services with Sunday school at 10 a m and sermon Finding Christ Where He Is at 11 a m Election and trustee duties will be conducted along with infant baptism and reception of members A 630 p m young people's society meets followed by 730 p m evening worship What Shall We Do With Our Visions Monday hosts Grayson County Union of Christian Endeavor at the church
The ladies of the First Baptist Church met Monday afternoon to pack eggs for Buckner Orphans Home in Dallas. East Circle held mission study, West Circle Bible study, and North Circle quilted a new piece.
The Woman's Missionary Society of the Methodist Church met Monday afternoon at Mrs. C. B. Bryant's home with Mrs. L. O. Lackey as leader. The program opened with Onward, Christian Soldiers, and prayers by Mrs. W. H. King. Members and visitors enjoyed refreshments afterward.
A New York report shows ordinary carriage sales slipping while demand for twin perambulators rises. Paul Klepper, president of the baby carriage dealers association, says the trend may reflect New Deal influence on production. New carriages are described as streamlined. Buy your Printing in Whitewright.
Washington observers expect a cabinet reshuffle with Postmaster General Farley possibly leaving after Congress adjourns to aid the Democratic reorganization for the 1936 campaign. Analysts note limited political influence within the current lineup and hint cabinet changes to broaden Congress support.
Columbia S C residents are reminded that SC still pays for the revolution with a remaining $19,418 balance on bonds issued in 1794 to cover war costs in the state.
C. H. McCaslin of Oakland California sent $35 as a voluntary tax contribution after filing a March 15 return with no tax due. He asked President Roosevelt to overrule the rules while noting business needs and family protection. Acting Secretary Coolidge acknowledged the patriotic act and accepted the donation.
In Alfred Maine Gregory Brooy seven resisted a tooth extraction until his aunt promised a dime would grow in a glass of water. A dime appeared and days later a second tooth showed up in the glass. His mother later found him in a shed with pliers working on a third tooth.
Sherman reports from county farm agent B F Gray show oats and wheat damaged and cabbage plants plagued by plant lice. Dreuth winds and sand threaten yields. rain needed soon to offset losses. Nicotine spray recommended. lice survive on undersides of leaves and are kept by ants as “milk cows.”
Acting Governor Walter F. Woodul collected four million nine hundred forty seven thousand one hundred seventeen dollars in federal relief funds for Texas. Totals cover general relief education student aid cattle programs and rural rehabilitation among others and are handed to the State relief commission for disbursement.
Fifty thousand dollars worth of radium will be used at Boulder City Nevada to detect faults in welded joints of the giant steel pipes carrying water from the main pen stock header to the power plant. Radium rays will penetrate steel and expose faults on internal film enabling removal of faulty welds. The highly penetrating rays can reach eight to ten feet into solid steel.
Howe will organize a mutual finance company to serve as a bank for clearing checks and receiving deposits. The state charter law of 1913 requires at least ten stockholders each holding a minimum $5 share. S. W. Yeary, a local civic leader, announced the plan Monday.
Steam the dried coconut in a clean cloth over boiling water to soften it for frosting use. This gentle method keeps the coconut moist and fragrant, improving texture and flavor in the finished cake.
Sherman reports that Grayson County schools withdrew requests for FERA aid to extend term after county relief administrator Marion Wilson received Austin guidance on eligibility. Most schools sought eight month sessions with federal funds but extensions beyond normal session length were deemed ineligible. It is unclear if any schools will be cut short this year due to funding.
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