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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1926
Page
2
Dr James I Vance urges readers to welcome any child for Christmas Eve joy. He portrays a world turning generous and hopeful as adults role with children, calling it a sacred hour when giving and child welfare rise above cynicism and grudge.
The Detroit News notes the boar's head rite at Queen's College Oxford endures Yuletide tradition once common in Britain. A former student leads, followed by bearers of the head on a silver salver, choir, and a Latin grace by the provost before a trumpeted dinner call through the cloisters.
The article traces Yule etymology to the Gothic giul or hiul linked to wheel. It notes Yule marks the year's turning point as days shorten toward winter and lengthen toward June. Medieval almanacs describe Yule with a wheel marking the season.
A Delineator instruction details making fudge by boiling light brown sugar water and grated chocolate until a thread forms, then beating in whipped egg white. Drop spoonfuls for bon bons or spread in a pan to cut into squares once it begins to stiffen.
Frank H Cheley of Denver argues there are many types of dads and boys, but a father’s duty remains guiding sons toward worthwhile work. He compares fathers to engineers shaping energy and training boys to stand independently, stressing hands on parenting.
A historic recipe blends honey and sugar with shortening eggs milk vanilla and baking powder. Cream the mixture then combine dry ingredients with milk and bake in greased muffin tins. Flavor options include chocolate using baking chocolate or cocoa and the cakes are tasty iced or plain.
A Christmas reflection urges embracing a bright friendly society guided by generosity and mutual aid. The quote credits George William Curtis for highlighting the Christmas spirit as a model for humane conduct in all ages.
Toys manufactured in Sweden are mostly fine painted wooden items produced by a few large factories after a transition from home industry. The shift reflects growing industrial scale and specialization in toy making.
A famous criminal lawyer boasts of winning cases by eloquence and trickery. A rival quips about taking on any foul case, to which the lawyer replies with a sly question about the rival's recent actions, hinting at his own involvement in questionable deeds.
A humorous exchange as a wife tells Jim she placed his shirt on the clothes-horse and he asks what odds he got. The Sydney Bulletin notes it pays to read advertisements.
Druggists refund if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles. It relieves itching piles after the first application.
Houston December 15 bank tellers hoard gold coins to meet holiday demand for presents and to shield banks from abrasion losses. The Federal Reserve Bank measured wear on coins and found hundreds of dollars lost in three months, illustrating why hoarding continues despite risks.
A humorous caption notes a farmer asking a child why they are in a cherry tree while the youngster mentions a notice to keep off the grass, illustrating a light local moment from Boston.
Local advert promotes Giles Variety Store offering a selection of Christmas gifts for shoppers. The notice highlights seasonal merchandise and urges early shopping to secure popular items.
Nelson and Wilson discuss kin with a joke about distant relatives. Nelson reveals he has two brothers who are rich, prompting the punchline about whether brothers count as distant relatives.
The Detroit News notes that the Fall-Doheny affair demonstrates that even established political machines can overreach and mismanage resources, signaling risk and public scrutiny.
Editorial style aphorism from the El Paso Times notes that personal freedom to breathe remains but at a higher price, reflecting on costs and accessibility in daily life. The remark emphasizes enduring liberty amid increasing expenses.
An advertisement claims Herbine on the shelf acts as a home doctor providing instant relief for digestion and sluggish bowels. One or two doses allegedly restore buoyant spirits and health. Price 60c. Sold by J. L. Kirkpatrick, druggist.
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