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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1921
Page
4
A catalog of notices and editorial quips highlighting advertising rules for events and obituaries, plus a long list of syndicated quotes from various papers. The piece references poll tax voting, weather, and a gaggle of humorous observations about society, prohibition, and fashion.
In Denison about a thousand residents may owe poll tax receipts after missing the legally required deadline. In Whitewright, L LaRoe Lumber Company builds a modern five room bungalow west of Horace Thompson’s home, the third such house in a year, with plans for more as lumber prices tempt expansion. The Sun endorses a building boom to spur Whitewright’s growth.
A reader argues that Friday fear is unfounded and cites diverse Friday-linked events from history. The note links the word free to friend and lists Abrahamic, exploration, literary, and historic moments associated with Friday to challenge superstition.
The query asks about pursuing a police career in Ireland, seeking guidance on entry requirements, training, and career path. It explores eligibility, Garda Vetting, and typical steps to join An Garda Síochána.
A terse note urges readers to advertise anything they do not want for sale in The Sun. The line emphasizes using the newspaper as a vehicle for clearing unwanted items through public listings. Readers are invited to submit details for inclusion.
The piece by Austin Callan extols the often messy but indispensable role of the father in a family. It portrays him as unpretentious, stubborn, and love‑driven, who brings both chaos and care, making sacrifices in illness and storm to shield and support his loved ones.
In reflective prose the writer portrays a father as steady in distress, a swift messenger in trouble, a Gunga Din to parched lips, and a quiet crown prince. He notices tenderness in his child’s injury, while acknowledging the mother’s greater adaptability and care as the true crown gift.
A compact motivational piece argues that success rests on merit not luck. It outlines essential traits like determination self confidence and knowledge, noting pushfulness energy and concentration alone are not enough without genuine heart in the work.
A humorous note explains Si Simlin kept a heavy wagon to spare others from walking, causing his mule to weaken and die. The exchange presents a rural, folksy quip on kindness and misfired mercy.
An advertisement asserts that a healthy child shows no worms and poor color, and that Grove's Tasteless Chill Tonic given for two to three weeks enriches blood and strengthens the system. The tonic supposedly expels worms and restores health. it is described as pleasant to take and priced at 60 cents per bottle.
A notice states options to print calling cards or have them engraved. It outlines available methods and emphasizes customization to customer preference for card design and finish.
State Senator D S Mc Millin asks The Sun to notify readers of his plan to seek re appointment for all Notaries Public holding commissions in Grayson County This move aims to spare them the trouble of requesting re appointments and streamlines the process for the town and readers.
Senator D. S. McMillan states that appointment eligibility is optional. Those not holding commissions who seek appointment should notify him, after which he will arrange the appointment. The message emphasizes choice in qualification and invites explicit notification.
A verses listing a boot and shoe repairer who serves the living with quality leather, nails, wax and thread. The craftsman can sew or nail soles, promises lasting repairs, and pledges to lift the wearer and family through sound shoe care without poultices or pills.
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