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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1950
Page
4
The Whitewright Sun lists subscription prices for Grayson and Fannin Counties at 1 year for 1.50 and six months for 1.00, with outside counties priced at 2.00 per year and 1.25 for six months. Editor and owner T Glenn Doss runs the paper published every Thursday.
The piece traces early printing history from Chinese block printing to movable type. It cites Haarlem and Mentz as rival origins with Laurens Coster and John Gutenberg linked to early developments. Mentz Bible and Caxton’s English press are noted, along with Caxton's 60 books and Westminster start around 1471.
Life Magazine argues that while 25,000 revenue service officers chase income tax returns under falling receipts and a large deficit, the government should also deploy the same force to tackle waste in what leaves the Treasury.
The Dallas News notes New York City values drunkenness as a monetary cost. By rehabilitating 800 alcoholics, the Bureau of Alcoholic Therapy saved $737,577, about $10 per drinker, while 500,000 alcoholics imply a potential $45 million annual saving. the true loss includes crime, accidents, and human suffering.
A Texas Better Business Bureau warning urges families to guard against a recurring picture enlargement scam. A homeowner recalls paying 89.70 for three refinished portraits plus frames after receiving misleading proofs and false assurances. The Bureau cautions against signing unknown contracts and paying upfront to unknown individuals or firms.
Guidance from the Pan American Coffee Bureau on proper coffee making. Steps emphasize clean equipment, fresh cold water, correct grind, and ratios for full capacity brewing, avoiding boiling, and serving immediately hot.
Australian William Heard credits a taper-off system for reaching 101. He stopped smoking at 50, reduced vigorous exercise at 60, retired at 75, gave up racing at 90, and ceased digging in his garden at 100, claiming it aided longevity.
A column recounts Rev Abel Stevens guidance for concise clear newspaper writing. Emphasizes be brief, be pointed, state facts, plunge in, delete excess phrasing, condense ideas, trim adjectives, avoid pretentious language, and keep sentences short for steady reader flow.
In Cricklewood London Rev W S Bulman criticizes modern bridal song choices in his parish magazine. He jokes brides who request My Hero from The Chocolate Soldier will later complain she married a mean old hunk. He says hymns like Abide With Me seem inappropriate for weddings.
A witty exchange highlights a parliamentarian boast about knowledge of parliamentary law followed by a retort praising a wife who has served as speaker for 25 years. The comment underscores gendered perceptions and long tenure in leadership.
The Sun releases candidate listings subject to the July 22 1950 Democratic primary. County Attorney Wilson F Walters Sheriff Murkel Dicken seeking re election to a second term. County Commissioner Prect 2 results pending.
Local residents and guests travel between Paris Sherman Dallas Coffeyville and other towns. Names include Mr. and Mrs. Don Collins Mrs Angie Dean Mr and Mrs J O Wallace and family and a range of church groups and social visits with community events and support activities. A group of Whitewright men contributed to the Sam Rayburn Foundation in Bonham.
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