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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1939
Page
4
Notice from Whitewright Texas post office about 2nd class mail matter and charges for notices of entertainments box suppers and other benefits with admission fees or monetary consideration. Memorials resolutions of respect will be charged. PRESS J H Waggoner Glenn Doss Publisher Managing Editor.
Published every Thursday the paper notes a subscription price of $1.50 per year payable in advance and states it will correct any erroneous reflections about persons firms or corporations brought to the publisher’s attention.
The Sun carries seasonal greetings from many city businesses with plans for New Year messages next week. The paper wishes readers a merry Christmas and a safe holiday season free of traffic accidents.
A reflective Christmas message argues that Christianity is a practical way of life and a call to civic virtue. It laments modern nihilism, urges believers to let Christ’s light shine, and emphasizes hope that humanity can rise to higher virtue through the Star over Bethlehem.
COLLEGE STATION. Nora Ellen Elliott of the A and M College Extension Service urges preheating before baking. She explains starting biscuits muffins or breads in a cold oven sets the gluten mesh too soon, hindering rise and lightness. preheating ensures the oven reaches the right temperature by baking time.
An editor's prayer lauds advertisers for business faith and forecast prosperity. It praises readers who submit wedding and party notices, and those who report events early for a better newspaper with timely, detailed guest lists.
In a pointed note from the editor, readers who doubt the paper's leadership are rare and fortunate, but those who pay their subscription are the most blessed of all. The piece underscores the value of supporting the local newspaper through timely payments.
The saying attributes success to men who study the public mood and anticipate its move once it tires of current efforts, quoting Phoenix Flame.
A vivid, humorous travelogue through Hollywood California contrasting luxury shops and quirky sights with Texas pride. It playfully notes dog food stores, a dog wearing glasses, English style attire, ornate hats, and various studios. The piece highlights holiday decor on Hollywood Boulevard, a New Year dinner dance, and comparisons to Texas cattle culture.
A letter reveals American life across California Texas and Hollywood during wartime. It contrasts local foods like fried chicken and cafe ads with stamps air mail and quick Texas deliveries. The writer wishes readers of I Give You Texas a joyful Christmas and peace.
Emerson Snyder bought a used car in Cumberland. While cleaning it he found 500 one dollar bills hidden behind the back seat. The Cumberland dealer said he bought the car in Pittsburg. A bank confirmed the money is good.
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