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Whitewright Sun

Location

Whitewright, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1935

Page

8

Service Trades May Be Embraced By Retail Code

Washington reports blue eagle officials are considering bringing service trades under the retail code to enforce wage and hour provisions in small businesses not engaged in interstate commerce. Barber shops, beauty salons, dyers and cleaners, and similar trades could be linked to the code, with regional price agreements previously urged to fix local rates. No definite decision has been made to move these trades under the big code.

Washington NRA Blue Eagle

Wage and Hour Observance Critics Warn Prices Tie Pay

The article notes widespread objection to wage and hour rules as employers claim they cannot pay workers unless prices are fixed. It highlights recurring assertions across numerous cases that wage payments depend on price controls.

The Preacher's Column Reflects on Gambling and Society

The Preacher criticizes gambling and race track games as harmful to families and schools. He cites Texas politics and calls for accountability from representatives and merchants while urging moral living and social reform.

Letter on gambling law and community values in Texas

A writer urges repeal of the horse race gambling law in Texas and passage of laws banning gambling devices. The author defends righteousness, says friendship can endure disagreement, and notes the passing of Mr. Roberts, urging readers to attend Sunday services.

Texas Mr. Roberts

Fee report filed by district clerk S W Earnest

District clerk S W Earnest reported 1934 receipts of 4327.88, $422.10 below the maximum for Gray son County clerks. The office earned 8291.80 with 1074.70 uncollected, leaving 7147.10 in collections. After salaries and expenses, 2435.86 in excess and other fees were returned to the general fund. All printing and engraving services offered by The Sun.

S. W. Earnest Gray Earnest

For Sale Planters Cultivators Mules and farming gear

Classified notice from Manning, Clark and Meador: used planters and cultivators priced 10 to 25 dollars, one disc harrow, one wagon, cutters and turning plows, two harness sets, four good mules priced 75 to 115 dollars each. Public sale details not provided.

Manning, Clark & Meador

Auto finance offer with quick approval in Sherman

Automobile loans advertised with no delay and flexible terms. Bring license, receipt, and car for inspection. Manager F. W. Creager at 117% S. Travis St. Sherman promises savings on payments.

Auto Finance Company F. W. Creager MGR S. Travis Sr Sherman

Methodist Church to Host Dr Selecman on Law and Order

Whitewright churches announce a 2:30 p m talk next Sunday by Dr Selecman at the Methodist Church on Law and Order. The pastor urges all Methodists and allied families to attend, promising a capacity turnout and broad church participation.

Church Schedule Update Promotes New Sunday timings

J R Waldrom, minister, announces updated Sunday worship times with preaching at 10 am Bible study 10 45 am and communion 11 30 am J M Simmons to supervise while youth meet at 5 45 pm A prayer service runs Wednesday at 7 15 pm The Sunday topic is Our Strength and Our Weakness and attendees are urged to arrive on time for the first sermon under the new schedule.

J. M. Simmons J. R. Waldrum

Sunday Church Schedule With Bible School and Sermons

Dr. B. Wrenn Webb, pastor, leads Sunday school from cradle to oldest member. Prayer and the Brotherhood of Man at 11 a.m. Young people's meeting at 6:15 p.m. Evening sermon at 7:15 p.m. titled Jonah on the Right Road. Bible study and prayer Wednesday at 7:15 p.m.

B. Wrenn Webb Bible Brotherhood of Man Young People’s Society Jona

Central Christian Church Services Schedule

Regular services next Sunday include Bible school at 10 a.m. preaching at 10 45 a.m. and the regular service at 5 p.m. Pastor G C Minor presides.

G. C. Minor

Fidelis Class Meets at Church with Clientele and Programs

The Fidelis Class of the Baptist Sunday school gathered at the church Tuesday afternoon with hostesses Miss Mae Badgett Miss Pernie Badgett Mrs. Joe Johnson Mrs. O. L. Sears Mrs. O. L. Jones Mrs. F. D. Layman Mrs. J. A. Yeager and Miss Janie Thornhill. After business, the program included vocal violin and piano solos and a song. Refreshments were served to 29 persons.

Fidelis The Baptist Sunday School Mae Badgett Pernie Badgett Joe Johnson O. L. Sears O. L. Jones F. D. Layman J. A. Yeager Janie Thornhill

Christian Endeavor Meeting at Presbyterian Church

The Christian Endeavor Society of the Presbyterian Church will hold a Sunday evening meeting at 6 o'clock. Mrs. Robert Howard will supervise the program.

Christian Endeavor Christian Endeavor Society of the Presbyterian Church Robert Howard

T. E. L. Class meets at Mrs Fleming's home

The Baptist T. E. L. Class held a recent meeting at the home of Mrs. J. R. Fleming. Mrs. Earl Myrick presided, Mrs. J. R. Fleming gave the devotional. Forty two was played and refreshments served to 13 members and 4 visitors by hostesses Mrs. R. S. Morehead and Mrs. Fleming.

The Baptist J. R. Fleming Earl Myrick R. S. Morehead Fleming

World Day of Prayer March observance urged for all Christians

In preparation for March 8 the first Friday in Lent Christians are asked to pray for the missionary enterprise and missionaries worldwide and a quickened conscience toward their work.

Union Service Promotes World Peace at Baptist Church

A union service titled world’s burden bearers justice for all without respect to race class or creed will be held at the Baptist Church on March 8 at 2 30 p m led by B Wrenn Webb with a focus on understanding and sacrifices for a better world.

Baptist Church B. Wrenn Webb

Ladies Aid Society meeting at Presbyterian Church home

The Ladies' Aid Society of the Presbyterian Church held its monthly business and social meeting Monday afternoon at Mrs. R. T. Pennington's home. Mrs. Lester Haile led the devotional and Mrs. B. Wrenn Webb offered a prayer for mission workers. Mrs. Louise Merritt summarized mission work among Negroes at home and abroad. Refreshments were served to members and one visitor, Mrs. J. S. Rascoe of Royse City.

Ladies’ Aid Society the Presbyterian Church R. T. Pennington Lester Haile B. Wrenn Webb Louise Merritt J. 5. Rascoe Royse City

Trout Stocking Near Roaring Gap Highlighted

Elkin NC clipping notes W R Skaggs, Roaring Gap hatchery superintendent, reports over 900000 rainbow brook and brown trout released across 18 NC counties in 1934. Hatchery holds 500000 fish, 300000 eggs expected. other wildlife including bear deer pheasants and California quail kept on site. C W Woodruff named assistant to Skaggs.

Elkin North Carolina Sun W. R. Skaggs Whitewright C. H. Skaggs Roaring Gap Skaggs C. W. Woodruff

Auto Death Case Affirmed for Joe V. Moore

The Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the murder conviction of attorney Joe V. Moore for the death of Shirley Pauline Palmateer in Amarillo. Moore received a five year prison sentence after the automobile he rode in struck three children on a street curb. The State alleged intoxication. the defense claimed narcotic influence from a physician prescribed drug.

Austin Court of Criminal Appeals Joe V. Moore Amarillo Moore Shirley Pauline Palmateer

Tepid Wash Soaks Protect Delicate Colors

Delicate colors in washing materials will not fade if before washing they are soaked in tepid water with a few drops of turpentine added.

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