Notices of entertainments and memorials listed for charges
Whitewright Sun announces 2nd class mail status at Whitewright Texas post office. Notices of entertainments box suppers and other benefits with admission or monetary consideration will be charged at regular advertising rates. Memorials resolutions of respect also will be charged. Publisher J H Waggoner Glenn Doss managing editor. Published every Thursday. Subscription $1.50 yearly. Corrections offered for erroneous reflections on any person or entity.
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Whitewright, Texas
Whitewright Sun
Pension investigation demanded over Grayson County old age aid
House members led by Rep Joe Stiles call for an inquiry into alleged mistreatment by pension division officials and supervisors. The Sun notes 153 deaths among Grayson County pensioners in 1940 with only 48 new entrants, and recounts a Sherman woman's experience of delays and removal under the deliberalization program.
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The
Sun
Grayson County
House
Joe Stiles
Denton
Grayson
Cooke
the Sun
Sherman
Sherman Pension Office
Sherman and Denison
Pension Office
A New Legislature Faces Texas Social Security Issue
The Forty-Seventh Legislature meets facing Texas social security problems from the old age pension program begun in 1936. Aimed at aid to dependent children and the needy blind, past efforts to finance reforms have stalled in the Senate, prompting skepticism about legislative progress under Governor O'Daniel.
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Texas
Sun
O’daniel
House
Senate
Nobody Indispensable in Radio Music War
The piece notes ASCAP withholding music from radio for higher payments, BMI filling the gap with thousands of older tunes, while EMI offers few new songs. It argues no one group is indispensable and mentions the Texas Real Estate Association pushing a repeal of ad valorem taxes in favor of a sales tax, impacting small property owners.
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ASCAP
American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
Ascap Music
Broadcast Music, Inc
BMI
EMI
Texas Real Estate Association
Tractors Boost U S Use But Stir Unemployment Debate
Editorial from The Progressive Farmer notes 1939 tractor use nears 1.626 million, nearly doubling 1930 figures, expanding cattle and hog feed production while risking displacing 350 000 to 500 000 farm workers. On small family farms tractors may boost efficiency without large job losses. The piece urges more tractor power for the South and Southeast to maximize productivity. Notable quips from Vernon Record and Amarillo News reference marriage blues and a husband nicknamed Stuka.
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United States
The
Progressive Farmer
South
U. S
Southeast
NEAT OLD TIMER Whitewright Sun hits 56 years of service
The Whitewright Sun marked its 56th year of publication last Thursday with praise from the McKinney Examiner. Publisher J. H. Waggoner and managing editor Glenn Doss lead a well-edited, neatly printed paper boasting a long honor roll of renewing subscribers from Grayson County.
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Whitewright Sun
J. H. Waggoner
Glenn Doss
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Sun
Whitewright
Grayson County
McKinney Examiner
Flu Holds in Texas as Pneumonia Increases
The Texas State Health Department reports influenza remains high with pneumonia cases up 450 percent from seven year median. Dr. George W. Cox notes more than 670 current pneumonia cases and that the peak likely has not yet been reached.
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Austin
Texas
State Health Department
George W. Cox
Flavor tip for coleslaw enhances celery seed note
A practical kitchen tip suggests adding a few celery seeds to coleslaw to boost aroma and crunch. The tip emphasizes small amounts for subtle flavor enhancement without overpowering the dish.
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Coleslaw
Saint Jo Shines Through Ice Outage Under Lone Moon
Saint Jo endured an ice caused power outage of about fifteen minutes when electric lines froze. Residents kept calm and did not call for aid, instead staying up to watch a full moon. No Red Cross appeals or AP coverage were sought.
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St. Jo
Amarillo
Mother Nature
Saint Jo
Texas Rangers
Red Cross
Lindbergh Alone and the Courage of Flight
Editorial lines reflect on Lindbergh flying alone and the courage of pilots aided by inner compulsion. A separate note highlights Fort Worth oilman George B. McCamey and his Bedford Stock Farm mare Queen Mother producing two foals in 1940, with one foal born in January.
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George B. McCamey
Fort Worth
Bedford Stock Farm
Editors Pass On as Texas News Figures Mentioned
The piece notes several Texas journalism figures dying including John F. Hart H S Hunter and Ray Cooper. Luther Watson is named Sweetwater's No 1 citizen of the year. Changes in editors and publishers are listed with small-town newspaper shifts and affiliations.
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Texas
John F. Hart
Commerce Journal
East Texas Teachers College
H. S. Hunter
el Paso Times
Ray Cooper
Lindale
Luther Watson
Nolan County
Sweetwater
Cleaning stain removal tips for shoes
The guide explains removing black shoe polish with warm water and soap. It also instructs treating brown stains with alcohol for stain elimination.
Passing of the Woodshed from Iowa Park Homes
In a reflective piece from the Iowa Park Herald the old woodshed method of punishment is defended as a disciplined tool for children though its harsher methods have faded. The column argues such training might have deterred youths from wrecking a school, noting the taxpayers would bear the cost of repairs.
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Iowa Park
Woodshed
Woman Remains In Cave Of Echoes Week For Final Word
A woman spent seven days inside the cave of echoes seeking to utter the last word. Local guides noted her perseverance and the unusual quest drew attention from visitors.
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Cave of Echoes
Church Services and Sunday School Schedules
Central Christian Church led by Leroy Anderson with Sunday school at 10 a.m. and sermon at 11 a.m. Dr B Wrenn Webb leads Sunday school at 10 a.m. R P Montgomery superintendent. Evening program at 7 p.m. titled Jesus Preached to All Classes of People. Jesus Evaluates Poverty noted at 10:50 a.m.
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Central Christian Church
Leroy Anderson
B. Wrenn Webb
R. P. Montgomery
Jesus
Iodized Salt Not Recommended in Texas
Texas Agricultural Experiment Station researchers warn iodized table salt should not be used for human consumption except under physician supervision. The bulletin notes iodine deficiency was rare in Texas waters and produce, but advises against iodized mineral mixes for livestock. Iodine is necessary in small amounts for health. Iron rust can be removed from white goods with sour milk.
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College Station
Texas
Texas Agricultural Experiment Station
G. S. Fraps
J. F. Fudge
Chemistry Division
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London
Stuka
Amarillo News
Boyce House
Lindbergh
Harold Anderson
New York Sun
F. D. Hicks
Ranger Times
Glen Rose Reporter
Matt Moore
Brady Days
DeLeon Free Press
D. K. Doyle
Eastland Days
Heart of Texas News
Brady
Bell System
America
Bell
Southwestern Bell Telephone Company
First Presbyterian Church
R. P. Childress
K. Wolens
Crosby Square
Kavolens Department Stores
Ernest Lilley
Denison, Texas
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