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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1940
Page
4
Notice lists charges for entertainments box suppers and other benefits with admission fees and other monetary consideration. Memorials resolutions of respect and similar notices also will be charged at regular advertising rates. J. H. Waggoner publisher and managing editor.
Published every Thursday with subscription price of 1.50 per year payable in advance. The publisher will correct any erroneous reflection upon the character standing or reputation of any person, firm or corporation upon notification.
The article notes FHA loan barriers for Whitewright residents seeking to build, with 10 percent equity rules and cash requirements, while Dallas borrowers can access 5 percent equity. It argues local lenders deter construction, urging buyers to secure lots, plans, and estimates. It also raises concerns over cotton allotments, weather, and marketing quotas hurting Texas growers and calls for political action.
Texas, normally 30 percent of U S cotton, must bear 54 percent of the national reduction under the 1940 AAA allotment. Secretary Wallace cites lower Texas production in 1934–38 versus 1933–37 and warns further penalties may follow as the five-year production record resets annually. In the Deep South quotas rise for cotton growers.
The Christian Science Monitor corrects a recent error stating no law requires census answers. It notes a person may be fined up to 100 dollars or jailed 60 days for refusing to answer, or face higher penalties for false information. The piece emphasizes the public service nature of the decennial census.
The piece notes wintry weather extending into March and April with late frosts. It cautions against early planting and recalls a 1936 era headline about Creager and Gallup predicting victory, calling it a mirage. It ends with a Sumner quote on spending for war versus universal welfare and peace.
Opinion stresses ending the spoils practice in Texas state government. It cites the W. J. Johnson case at the San Antonio State Hospital, alleging a $500,000 annual waste from politically driven personnel firings and hires. Calls for civil service reform to protect workers and taxpayers.
A legislative committee proposes a county unit plan to distribute rural school aid in Texas, arguing centralized state administration reduces politics and achieves true equal educational opportunity. Examples show wide cost disparities between neighboring districts, highlighting inequality.
The text recalls disorganized prestate highway conditions across counties with mud blocks and missing bonds, then credits the state highway commission for creating a coordinated system. It suggests lawmakers study Brady Gentry, Judge R E L Bobbitt, Harry Hines, and predecessors for guidance on addressing the school problem.
Senator Joe Hill of Henderson charges Gov. O'Daniel used University of Texas equipment to record his Sunday political speeches and hymn shouting for broadcast on many small radio stations. He questions why William McGill, state paid from University funds, is on the Governor's staff and working at O'Daniel's office.
The text attacks a governor over a political broadcast dispute with Station WBAP and O'Daniel. It notes the governor's reliance on small stations for prayer and politics after cutting ties with WBAP and failing to file broadcasts with the Federal Radio Commission. It warns of disruption to the governor's campaign and flour sales interests.
In Memphis a blind beggar helped by a shabby man notes the crook sought a dime for hunger. In San Antonio Fritz M. Jones admits three hold ups including his wife, while a victim wrongly identifies him. In Millburn a patrolman’s overheard radio chatter prompts charges. In Philadelphia Joseph Berman, a policing hopeful, finds fingerprints trace him to a New York liquor indictment and awaits a hearing.
The legend claims St. Anthony lived to 105 years while subsisting on 12 ounces of bread and water daily. The tale emphasizes austere living and spiritual devotion rather than factual biography.
Cyclone Davis 85 died at 3 30 p m Wednesday in Kaufman where he had lived since marrying Mrs James Wood in December 1935. Once a noted Texas congressman at large and prohibition leader he had been in ill health two years. Survivors include four sons Arlen B Davis Jr Dallas Walton Davis Sulphur Springs Roy Davis Sulphur Springs Landon Davis Hamlin and brother Dr Jeff Davis Sulphur Springs. He had shown interest in old age pension questions.
ROCKPORT Massachusetts. Harriet L Briggs turns 100 on March 23 and rejects dieting fads. A retired teacher, she enjoys daily drives, reading, knitting, and time with youngsters. She lives with her niece Mrs Henry A Chandler.
The mourning dove feeds its young with pigeon milk produced by both parents through regurgitation. The text explains the process as a shared parental responsibility and notes the historical reference to aluminum being confused with lime before 1754.
House rivers and harbors chair Mansfield said a revised Senate bill aligning with President Roosevelt will be sent to action. The plan keeps loans and grants but lowers interest and expands loans to industries while funding states that cooperate in federal stream purification efforts.
The Sun announces candidates for the Democratic primary on July 27, 1940, subject to party nominating procedures.
County voters see names R C Slagle Jr for Judge 15th District Court and C H Barrett for County Clerk on the ballot.Readable filing notes list the two candidates in a local judicial and clerk race with no further context.
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