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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1936
Page
4
The Whitewright Sun notes subscription price, publication details, and policy on corrections. It urges voters in upcoming elections despite limited local interest and reports on water purity and PWA funds. The fire department asks residents to avoid outdoor fires amid extreme heat and drought conditions.
The Sun questions the American Public Opinion polls run by the Institute noting limited local exposure. It argues the Texas Star condemns county home rule as wasteful and cites editors criticizing anti New Deal remarks while urging readers to seek balanced reporting to avoid drifting toward fascism or communism.
The 15th District Court grand jury probes illegal election practices by racketeers in Grayson County. They solicit money to cover expenses while ostensibly aiding candidates, often preying on gullible rivals and remaining a nuisance to those who know them.
The Roosevelt administration insured deposits up to 5000 dollars and paid creditors in full within two weeks after the East Hampton bank failure. Dishonest officials caused the collapse, sparking local panic in a small Connecticut town during early Roosevelt years.
Stricken at the disaster, but calmed down when agents of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation appeared and took charge of the bank's tangled affairs. Two weeks later the agents announced their readiness to pay off.
Bonham Favorite argues Texas will elect a governor who keeps promises of economy and a legislature free of self serving interests. He contends reform depends on choosing mature, informed, honorable lawmakers in both houses rather than those swayed by special interests.
Society notes report the engagement of Miss Margaret Barbee of Whitewright and Charles W. Kelieher of Sherman. The couple will marry August 31 at 8 pm in the Barbee home. The event included brunch service with many local and out of town guests and highlighted Miss Barbee’s Whitewright roots and education.
Dallas Journal quotes R. B. Creager, owner of a vest pocket GOP nest, estimating Landon could win 500000 votes in Texas from 200000 Republicans and 300000 disgruntled Democrats. It notes Texas as a sure Dem state and argues competition matters for good governance. 367000 voted Republican in 1928, mostly stay-at-home.
Orville Ray Looney aged 46 died suddenly at his Sherman home after returning from the veterans hospital in Muskogee Oklahoma where he had been treated a month. He was born in Ida lived on a Whitewright farm, served in the army at Camp Travis, and later farmed near Whitewright before moving to Sherman. Survived by wife Alice Looney six children five brothers C B Looney Ballinger O W Looney Abilene J G Looney Sherman E E Looney Wichita Falls J Lester Looney San Angelo a sister Mrs L V Knudson Abilene another brother W J Looney preceded in death.
Mrs Duff notes eggs seem small while Schmonsky explains the farmer began his trip to town early and gathered eggs before they fully matured, affecting size.
A family reunion at Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Barnett’s home on Sunday Aug 16 celebrated Mrs. Barnett’s 78th birthday. An outdoor picnic dinner shaded by trees followed. Many relatives had not seen each other in 15 to 18 years while 78 guests attended and gifts were exchanged. Gospel songs recalled childhood days as guests sang. Attending were Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Blanton Sher man, Mr. and Mrs. T. B. Blanton and sons Ernest and Clarence, Mrs. Grace McLean and son Jack Albuquerque NM, Miss Merle Squires, and Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Blanton.
Warm expressions of love and congratulations filled the scene as families near and far joined in wishing Dad and Mother Barnett long life and peace. The note closes with a blessing from a friend, invoking the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Mrs. M. M. Warren, living north of town, was treated to a surprise birthday dinner at her residence on Sunday, August 16. Friends delivered baskets and guests included Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Ownby and children, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Hutcherson, Mr. and Mrs. John Annip and sons, Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Chesher and son, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hutcherson, Mr. and Mrs. Reece Wilson and daughters, Mr. and Mrs. Burton Hutcherson and sons.
Irene Dunne a native of Louisville Kentucky is noted with a birth date listed as July 14, 11904 in the OCR text. The line contains an error in the year, but it confirms Louisville origin and a July date.
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