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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1921
Page
4
A Denison city commission blocks multiple measures from voter submission, sparking concern that officials deny the people a say. The piece criticizes the move as undemocratic and argues representatives should carry out the will of residents.
A column from the Van Alstyne Leader discusses Texas editors visiting Mexico and reacting to Van Alstyne, Ford’s feats, and railroads, followed by Whitewright Sun praise for Van Alstyne baseball and a note on Whitewright’s lack of show during their games, with Van Alstyne Leader summarizing coverage from the Whitewright Sun.
A reflective note on habitual lateness describing people who always rise late in the morning and miss meals and assemblies, implying a gentle moral for punctuality and daily routines.
A Youth's Companion essay notes two classes of latecomers. The first arrives only when convenient, the second respects deadlines for contracts and trains but shows selfish disregard when others’ comfort is involved. The writer condemns deliberate tardiness as wasteful and disrespectful to God and others.
A collection of pithy quotes and wry observations from papers such as Keenville Piedmont Washington Post San Francisco Chronicle and Fresno Republican on tariffs munitions baseball diplomacy and public attitudes The snippets hint at political and social ironies with figures like John D Rockefeller and Obregon cited as context while noting shifts in marriage and currency value across North America and beyond
A Philadelphia North American opinion notes that real disarmament would prove capable of prompting Grover Bergdoll to return home, implying the conference’s effectiveness hinges on tangible arms reductions and compliance by wartime deserters.
The Ford class, led by Miss Belle Hudleston, finished fifty miles east of New York City after a bold dash, beating Mrs. L. O. Lackey's Liberty and Lloyd Wright's Grant. The event boosted attendance and offerings by about fifty percent, with a social on August 18 at the church lawn to celebrate. Carl Caperton, Superintendent.
Aug 17 at Old Settlers Picnic in Van Alstyne members seek to form a Grayson county singing class. Organizers, including Joe Doty and Mr Phillips of Tioga, invite locals to bring Sacred Harps and Christian Harmonies and to join by sending cards.
H Whitlock of Van Alstyne buys Whitewright Bakery from court receiver after W R Crockett bankruptcy. The 21 year veteran baker renames it Model Bakery, upgrades equipment, offers full line of goods, pledges cleanliness and quality, and asks Whitewright to support a permanent, community serving shop.
Frank Benton closed a deal Thursday morning for the Wm. Morgan barber shop. Bob Sadler will be manager and Charley Jones of Bonham will take Mr. Morgan’s place. Benton plans extensive improvements including a shower bath, a cleaning parlor, and laundry services.
Miss Sallie Moore advertises her stock of hygiene toilet goods kept at W. J. Looney’s furniture store and asks customers to patronize. The notice requests support and business.
New York August 8 Mrs William P Burden famed as the best dressed woman in Newport challenges old society cost norms She says 5000 a year suffices to dress well and notes gowns can be worn multiple seasons depending on leftovers from last year reflecting a frugal shift in fashion standards
The Democrat urges compassion for pets during hot weather. Keep dogs with fresh water, shade birds and cages, and limit meat for dogs. Caged creatures need cool water and nonheating food. Don’t overwork horses. milk cows should be milked early and late when possible.
A brief excerpt praises fidelity and kindness as remarkable, comparing them to human friendship and reflecting on enduring loyalty. The Sherman Democrat conveys a warm, nostalgic tone about steadfast virtue.
Van Alstyne Leader notes a larger Baptist camp delegation from Van Alstyne than from Whitewright, highlighting the buoyant turnout and community participation at the event.
The Arkansas Gazette notes a shift toward stainless steel manufacturing, suggesting that as output grows the market may consolidate into stainless steel trusts. The remark uses humor to imply future industry concentration and innovation.
WM. MORGAN announces sale of his barber shop to Frank Benton and expresses gratitude for patrons. He thanks customers for their loyal patronage and requests continued friendship and support for the new proprietor.
The Sun advertises a want column available for just 25 cents, inviting readers to try the service.
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