27 Apr 1917
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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1917
Page
1
The Kaiser signals reforms amid war to satisfy a rising public protest. Experts say direct and secret election of Deputies marks a turning point as democracy spreads in Prussia, while Americans of German heritage hope for swift changes. Bryan notes the war pits German government against its people.
New hardware store fixtures installed last week feature cake like sections with glass fronts and drawers. The updated fixtures improve appearance save space protect stock from dust and reflect Whitewright’s reputation for well equipped stores. Citizens praise the up to date interiors and visitors notice the attractive displays.
Mrs L F Gafford returned from Sherman Friday where she underwent an appendicitis operation about three weeks ago and has nearly recovered from the procedure.
A 1917 call from the Secretary of Agriculture highlights annual household food waste at about 700 million dollars due to poor preparation and handling. The piece notes waste rises with affluence and urges practical conservation and saving unused food. It cites potato waste as an example of improper food handling.
A dramatic report on Jeannette Rankin’s first congressional vote as she wept while opposing war. The piece portrays her tears as a sign of strength and maternal concern for peace, suggesting the emotional weight of war on families.
Texas Electric Railway to inaugurate parlor car service on May 1 between Dallas and Denison and Dallas and Waco. Two daily trips on each division on fast limited trains. Departures from Dallas to Denison and intermediate points at 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Leaving Denison for Dallas and intermediate points 7:00 a m and 8:00 p m this distinct innovation supplements hourly local and limited service between Dallas Denison Dallas Waco and Dallas Corsicana It offers comfortable parlor car seating smoking room observation compartment and a porter on each car with current magazines A small extra fare applies seats Denison Dallas 25c
Van Alstyne Leader notes an arrest last week for selling tobacco to a minor. Officials warn the law prohibits sales to anyone under 16 and that future enforcement will be strict. it is also illegal to give a minor tobacco product.
Miss Thelma Joe Dyer a Methodist University of Dallas student spent the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs J L Dyer providing a short social note from the campus community.
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