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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1919
Page
2
The Whitewright Sun informs readers that mail is second class and subscriptions expire on the first of the month. Subscribers who do not receive the paper regularly are asked to notify the office.
Local readers see subscription rates for Grayson and Fannin counties and notes on advances. The column discusses labor wages, Bolshevik references, railroad policy, Y M B L and W O W picnic at Bonham, and corn finds around Honey Grove. It mentions Nash trucks, Katy service, and public sentiment on profiteers.
A letter argues against buying from traveling salesmen and out of town banks while praising local businesses. It notes a push in Texas and Arkansas to ban tobacco, contending laws are easy to pass if popular. The piece critiques law reliance and laments shifting social control via statutes. Honey Grove church attendance is described as robust on Sunday evenings, with Holy Roller meetings drawing diverse crowds.
In Honey Grove the church crowds overflow as sermons songs and prayers fail to hold attention yet many attendees remain captivated by watching others dance and roll at the service indicating lively community participation despite dull moments.
A quoted riddle about money detailing its power and consequences, from wealth to government, debt, lending, and crime. It notes minting as the start and emphasizes personal responsibility for making money last. A branded medical ad follows, touting Bromo Quinine as the cure for colds and influenza with E. W. Grove's signature on the box and a 30 cent price.
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