Whitewright Sun Notice and Rates
The Whitewright Sun lists subscription price at 1.50 per year payable in advance and notes entries at the Whitewright Texas postoffice as 2nd class mail matter. It warns that notices of entertainments box suppers and other benefits with admission fees will be charged at advertising rates and pledges corrections for erroneous reflections upon any person, firm, or corporation.
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Whitewright
Texas
Postoffice
Whitewright Sun
Graham
Guenon
Typhoid Fear Prompted by Leonard Mayor Appeal
Leonard Mayor R C May warns citizens after a typhoid outbreak in Leonard. He urges precautions and zinc typhoid serum for every family member to prevent spread.
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Leonard
Leonard Graphic
R. C. May
Trenton City Council Bans Public Dances Near Homes
The council passes an ordinance prohibiting public dances within 400 yards of any residence without occupant consent. The move is seen as effectively ending public dances in Trenton and sparks criticism from residents who fear the town’s vitality will fade.
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Trenton
We Do Our Part Emphasized On NRA Cards In Whitewright
The NRA card appears in many Whitewright businesses with the motto We Do Our Part. It stresses that failure to fulfill signed commitments to the President could place the community in an embarrassing position later.
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Whitewright
United States
Voters face confu sion on new amendment votes
Voters must choose For ratification or Against ratification of the Twenty first Amendment on August 26. If ratified it ends the 18th Amendment and the Volstead Act, legalizing liquor where states lack bans. Texas Louisiana Power adds staff due to NRA rules, with two workers hired as the ginning season opens.
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Texas-Louisiana Power Company
National Recovery Administration
Whitesboro marks 75th anniversary with large jubilee
The Whitesboro News Record issued a special thirty two page edition to celebrate Whitesboro’s seventy fifth anniversary. A diamond jubilee and home coming drew more than 10 000 attendees last Thursday. The issue featured historical articles and broad local business advertising.
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Whitesboro
Editorial Snippets Reflect Press Frictions and Puns
A collection of editorial quips from multiple papers, lampooning taxes, politics, finance, public service, and international issues. Jokes touch on Uncle Sam, educated politicians, treasury leaders, and a crocodile metaphor, with satirical takes on national spending and postwar finance.
Small Town Is Necessary and Rising in Value
The piece argues urban centers depend on rural life while small towns gain dignity and independence. It notes city glamour misled countryside folk, who now see advantages of rural living. As farms gain autonomy and small communities grow, cities may prosper through revived local effort. Herald Slayton Minnesota.
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America
Slayton
Minnesota
The Theatre Owner Proposes More Seats by Slimmer Patrons
A cinema owner questions rising weight and suggests thinner patrons would allow more seating. The notice notes Sun and Semi-Weekly Farm News mailing to the same address for one year at $1.85.
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Sun
College Costs Calculated by Marquette Students
Marquette University students in Milwaukee spend about 14.85 dollars weekly on living costs including 2 cents on books and 55 cents on movies. A 293 student survey used in Mary Louise Curran’s master's thesis found a local buying power of 1 million dollars and an average monthly income of 40 dollars.
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Marquette University
Milwaukee
Wis
Mary Louise Curran
Marquette
Schools of Medicine
Be a Good Sport in Games and Social Rounds
A Victorian era notice urges players to avoid complaining about partners errors in any game. It emphasizes community spirit and warns against public reprimand or lengthy critiques, especially when gambling stakes are low.
Meteorite found by Washington man heats up his discovery
A Washington state resident dug up a meteorite just after it fell and still hot. The report notes other science items such as ancient Utah cliff dwellings, a perfected black rose, prolific Daddy long legs in Siam, rapid freezing of water from melted ice, a new aircraft sound signaling device, and airport location tracking via light signals.
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Washington
Utah
Sangerhausen
Germany
Hugh M. Smith
Smithsonian
Siam
National Academy of Science
Want Ad Promises Quick Results for Readers
A brief want ad column pledges fast outcomes for readers seeking services or items. It emphasizes concise listings and direct contact to connect buyers and sellers efficiently.
Copy of New York Weekly Tribune a 1853 relic
A preserved 1853 New York Weekly Tribune copy, date February 19, published by Greely and McElrath, shows Virginia slave ads from New Orleans and poverty depictions of New York. It notes prices, market listings, and various advertisements including medicine and cattle guides.
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New York Weekly Tribune
Greely & McElrath
Sun
Dave Wells
Philadelphia
the Tribune
Virginia
New Orleans
The
Tribune
Jim
Exchange Alley
Market prices at Atlantic ports for grains and products
The report lists grain prices at Atlantic ports including wheat at $1.20, corn 60c to 64c, oats 24c to 28c, flour $5 to $7.50 per barrel. Whisky quoted at 24 1 2 c per gallon for Jersey and 24 1 2 c for Pris on and 233 2 c for Drudge. Leather and tobacco prices given as 17c-18c per pound and 5c-7c per pound respectively.
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Atlantic
Jersey
Typographical Gems Prevailing Type Wanted
An Arizona Republic item seeks an elderly van caretaker for a small ranch and a permanent home for the right man. The notice emphasizes stable housing and ongoing work as part of a rural caretaker role.
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Arizona Republic
Monnie’s Daring Heart Beats at Morning
A Seattle newspaper note hints at Monnie’s quickened pulse and damp palms as she anticipates an arrival, painting a moment of quiet suspense and emotional tension.
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Monnie
Seattle
Army cannon to roar at seven garrisons at noon
A New York paper reports U. S. Army cannons will fire noontime salutes at seven local garrisons. The plan calls for at least thirty six booms, with one gun allocated for each of the forty eight states.
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U. S. Army
New York Paper
Heroic Treatment Helps Everett C Russell Heal
Everett C Russell, who injured his knee a week or ten days ago, is improving and has been able to walk on it some the last two or three days. California paper.
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Everett C. Russell
California
Refugio July Fourth Poster Highlights Local Fun
A 4th of July poster from Refugio Texas advertises a grease pig race grease pole contest and patriotic speaking events along with other humorous activities for the celebration.
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Refugio
Texas
Prohibition Agents Mistakenly Exchange Fire in San Bernardino
Two squads of prohibition agents recently clashed in San Bernardino with fatal and nonfatal injuries as they mistook each other for rivals under a law seen as largely nullified.
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Prohibition
Rim
San Bernadino
Hitler Marriage Loan Scheme Aims to Boost Reich Economy
The Seattle paper reports 150000 marriages financed by the Reich with free loans to couples. The condition requires the bride to become a full homemaker and refrain from any occupation outside marriage.
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Frau Nazi
Hitler
Reich
Seattle
Back to Nature WANTED To trade saxophone for fresh cow
Short local notice from Boone Iowa seeks to trade a saxophone in a fancy case for a fresh cow. Credit or contact details not provided.
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Back To Nature
Dancers Must Eat Private Lessons for Table Oil Stoves
Fort Myers Florida paper notes odd advisory about dancers needing to eat before private lessons. The item links to a local feature on unusual kitchen and performance preparations.
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Fort Myers
Fla
Honeymoon Trade Ends With Diamond Ring for Twin Beds
Everett Washington paper reports a peculiar swap as a couple ends their honeymoon by trading a diamond wedding ring for twin beds. The note hints at a spontaneous barter rather than a formal sale.
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Everett
Wash
Experts Warn On Sun Tan Arteries And Jump Rope Harms
Dr. Herbert A. Wildman of Wooster College says excessive sun tan can harden arteries. Dr. Margaret M. Nicholson from Washington argues jumping rope by children contributes to heart disease. A fountain pen now uses a cartridge to self produce ink with water. An electric device to test market fish freshness has been created.
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Herbert A. Wildman
Wooster College
Ohio
Margaret M. Nicholson
Washington, D. C
Europe preserves eggs for commerce by gas packaging
A report notes Europe now preserves eggs for commerce by placing them in a tank with air withdrawn and replaced by nitrogen and carbon dioxide. The method aims to avoid any peculiar flavor or taint.
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Europe
Wealthy man asks lawyer which relative stands to inherit
A rich client commissions a will and asks his lawyer, in confidence, which of his relatives is most likely to receive his estate after his death. The lawyer, bound by professional ethics, must refuse to reveal any information about the potential heirs.
Miss Smart and Miss Snob Exchange Snappy Folly
A brief comic exchange shows Miss Smart declaring it takes all kinds to make a world while Miss Snob dismisses that view, insisting she is glad she is not among them. The playful banter captures social character in a lighthearted vignette.
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Taxpayers League
Jmier
Roosevelt
Beauty Shop
Editorial Sparks
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Sam
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Boston Herald
Treasury
Atlanta Constitution
Atlanta Journal
Grain Exchange
San Diego Union
Detroit News
Arkansas Gazette
New England
France
New York
Bank of England
Washington Post
Science
Nibbles
Barbee
W. J. Barbee Agency
Vermont
Lee
Southern Ice & Utilities Co
N. R.A
Tent Theatre
Coff’s Comedians
Goofy
Silman’s
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