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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1917
Page
5
A historical and imaginative feature extols a National Defense call to arms. It promises battle scenes grander than any screen, with a heartbeat rhythm in every frame. A dramatic length of ten reels is noted.
Uncle Dan argues for compulsory military training as a national duty. Jimmie Collins and Billie discuss a Mexican border example showing how five to six months of intensive training can boost earning potential, discipline, alertness, and character. He cites a judge, banker, and professors to urge passage of the Military Training bill.
Cotton Seed Crushers and Stockmen in Houston and Austin petitions urge President Wilson and Hoover to grant a 50 million war measure. They demand immediate federal aid to loan funds for feed, seed, and credit to save livestock and keep farmers on the land amid the drought across 150 Texas counties. The resolution calls for federal to commandeer feedstuffs, set fair prices, and coordinate railroad and relief efforts.
Sunday program under topic A Walk With Jesus includes songs 273 and 167, prayers, scripture John 15 1 10, roll call answered with Bible verses, superintendent’s fall, select reading by Katherine Vaughn, duets by Minnie Willis and Lucy Webster, select reading by John McGaughey, Bible story by Maude Mangrum, reports from Treasurer and Corresponding Secretary.
A bitter snap began Thursday morning as a first class winter storm moved in causing frigid conditions and travel disruptions. Local officials urged heating precautions while schools considered closures and residents stocked up.
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