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Newspaper

Whitewright Sun

Location

Whitewright, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1926

Page

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Income Tax Returns Granted More Time

G H Hopkins collector for the Second District of Texas Dallas announces delaying filing of income tax returns until the new revenue act passes the Senate and House. Taxpayers may compute net income now and assemble data. blanks will be sent when released at the Dallas office. Forms 1099 and 1096 are available at collector offices for payments to a single person of 1000 or more, or to a married person of 2500 or more during 1925. Information returns go to the Commissioner in Washington, not to local collectors.

Internal Revenue G. ©. Hopkins Second District of Texas Dallas Senate House Collectors of Internal Revenue Commissioner of Internal Revenue Washington, D. C

University of California Largest in U S Education

The University of California has 16 282 full time students and is named the largest school of its kind in the United States for the first semester of the current academic year. Columbia University in New York and the University of Illinois follow in second and third place with 11 836 and 11 212 students respectively.

University of California United States Columbia University New York City University of Illinois

Oldest Nebraska resident Rose Garvey dies at 113

Albion Nebraska January 19 Mrs Rose Garvey 113 longtime Ireland born farmer matriarch dies at her home after 63 years in America. Survived by three bachelor sons Paddy 81 Mike 74 Tony 70 who tended farm and housework and vowed not to wed while mother lived. Son John 77 married and nearby. Burial beside husband. The Garvey boys preserved a quiet old country life on the farm.

Albion Neb Rose Garvey Nebraska Here John

Howard Brodhead Injured After Fall From Pole

Howard Brodhead owner of the local electric system fell from an ice coated pole at Bells Thursday night. He was about twenty feet up when he slipped. His safety belt saved him from serious injuries. He remains confined to his room recovering from bruises and a side injury.

Howard Brodhead Bells Mr. Brodhead

Mrs Bradshaw Returns Home After Sherman Hospital Operation

Mrs. H. J. Bradshaw who underwent an operation at a Sherman hospital about three weeks ago returned to the home of her parents Mr. and Mrs. B. S. Montgomery on Friday.

H. J. Bradshaw Sherman B. S. Montgomery

Six Months Remain To Renew War Insurance

The chief coordinator of the United States Veterans' Bureau warns four million ex-service men have six months to renew $30,000,000,000 in war insurance dropped since the war. Dependents could lose billions in the next 50 years if renewals lag. The insurance, now standard life, costs ex-servicemen less than private policies.

United States Veterans’ Bureau

Whitewright Girl Named One of Ten Beauty Selections

Katherine Montgomery of Whitewright, a sophomore at the College of Industrial Arts, is voted one of the ten prettiest girls in the C I A student body. Her photo joins nine others sent to artist Charles Dana Gibson, who will pick four as top beauties for the Daedalian yearbook.

Denton Texas Katherine Montgomery Whitewright College of Industrial Arts

Cody's Famous Diamond Lost in Glass In Place

Greeley Colorado January 20 the famous Cody diamond once said to be a gift from an European monarch to Buffalo Bill has disappeared The setting once holding a six and one half carat diamond was found Monday by C J Loney the county treasurer's office collector to hold nothing but glass The gem was in a safety deposit box at the bank as security on a loan for Cody Boal nephew of the Indian fighter several years ago

Greeley Colo Cody Col William Cody Buffalo Bill C. J. Loney Northern State Bank Cody Boal

Whitewright Boy on Austin College Honor Roll

Lovell Wrenn, son of J. T. Wrenn of Whitewright, earns recognition on Austin College honor roll for December. The registrar reports more than a third of the student body made the list with grades of B or above. Lovell is a junior.

Whitewright Boy Austin College Lovell Wrenn J. T. Wrenn Whitewright Lovell

Rotary Luncheon Features School Musicians Chenoweth and Young

The Rotary Club heard Miss Tommie Chenoweth and Sidney Young perform at the noon luncheon last Friday. Both artists are connected with the city public schools music department, showcasing notable local talent and an exceptional entertainment program guided by Horace Gordon.

Rotary Club Tommie Chenoweth Sidney Young Horace Gordon

Mrs S P Beckett Dies at 72 in Paris

Mrs S P Beckett aged 72 died at her Paris home after living with her children following the death of her husband S P Beckett in 1922. Born in Tennessee January 1 1854 she moved here 27 years ago and lived south of town before moving to Whitewright. Funeral at Central Christian Church conducted by Rev A F Major with burial at Oak Hill Cemetery. Survived by T J Beckett Dallas H E Beckett Tulsa Okla Sam Beckett Sherman Mrs J C Robinson and Miss Julia Beckett Paris.

S. P. Beckett Paris A. FE Oak Hill Cemetery T. J. Beckett Dallas H. E. Beckett Tulsa Okla Sam Beckett Sherman J. C. Robinson Julia Beckett

Mrs Berta McMaster Speaks at Central Christian Church Fort Worth

Mrs Berta McMaster of Fort Worth superintendent of Woman's Work of the Christian Church for Texas spoke at Central Christian Church last Sunday morning and evening and held a conference with the women of the church Sunday afternoon.

Berta McMaster Fort Worth The Christian Church State of Texas Central Christian Church

Half Million Radio Sets Rise on Farms

Farmers in the United States have more than doubled their radio sets since 1923 rising from 145000 to 553000 by end of 1925. Dealers note higher priced sets sell better and 24 agricultural colleges now run broadcasting stations focusing on farm programs. Farmers say weather and market reports plus entertainment justify the investment, with radios paying for themselves through market data savings.

United States

Governor backs Stone Mountain coin drive in Texas

Governor Miriam A. Ferguson endorses the Stone Mountain Confederate Memorial coin sales and urges Texans to observe Memorial Week from January 17 to 23. Railroad Commissioner Lon A. Smith chairs the state campaign, aligning with Southern officials nationwide.

Austin Stone Mountain Texas Miriam A. Ferguson Lon A. Smith South

Public Schools Secure Fine Art Pictures

The Whitewright Public Schools added two new reproductions to their collection. Sargent's October Days and Potthast's A Holiday were secured with proceeds from November's Colonial Art Exhibit at the Grammar School. The facsimile works will hang in the Grammar School Auditorium.

Whitewright Sargent Potthast

How to Postpone Your Funeral Says Doctor

Dr. Gilbert Fitzpatrick of the Gorgas Memorial Institute warns that many deaths stem from self-caused habits. He cites over eating overworking insufficient sleep and stress as core issues and urges education and periodic health exams to extend productive lifespans. He notes midlife Americans die faster due to lifestyle choices.

Gilbert Fitzpatrick Gorgas Memorial Institute

Burleson College Students Visit Local Families

Misses Martha Bow and Winnie Bell Carter, Burleson College students of Greenville, spent the weekend here with their parents Dr. and Mrs. J. L. Bow and Dr. and Mrs. C. S. Carter.

Martha Bow Winnie Bell Carter Burleson College Greenville J. L. Bow C. S. Carter

Reeves and Brodhead in Houston on business

J. H. Reeves and Howard Brodhead spent the past week end in Houston on business.

J. H. Reeves Howard Brodhead Houston

Tax Bill Nears Senate Vote After Party Pact

Treasury approval awaited as Senate Finance Committee reaches a compromise on a revenue bill. The measure aims about 360 million dollars in tax cuts, surpassing the House by 30 million and Treasury surplus estimates by about 70 million. Repeal of the inheritance tax draws Western Senate opposition, while President cites partisan avoidance and hopes for passage before March 15.

Senate Finance Committee Treasury Washington Mellon Smoot Finance Committee Senate House

Sun Missed Publication After Old Boreas Struck

Publishers explain The Sun failed to print on time for the first time in many years as Old Boreas cut power. A North Texas high power line between Sherman and Bonham broke under ice causing two days of idle printing. Linemen worked round the clock. readers asked about renewals but understood the delay.

Old Boreas Sun Mercury Sherman Bonham

Prohibition Damage Suit Moves to Federal Court

Fort Worth date Jan 18 Federal District Court grants writ of certiorari and transfers the $100,000 damage suit against Prohibition Director H H White from the state court to the federal court on the order of Judge H S Lattimore following the filing by R C Mann and action by U S District Attorney Henry Zwei fel.

Fort Worth Federal District Court James C. Wilson United States District Henry Zweifel H S. Lattimore Prohibition H. H. White R. C. Mann

Local I. C. O. F. Lodge Reports Membership Surge

D R Lewis longtime secretary presents annual report showing membership rose from 59 to 172 in good standing and the lodge strengthened financially at the Thursday night session.

D. R. Lewis Lewis

Moody Denounces Ku Klux Klan In Law and Order Meet

Attorney General Dan Moody spoke at a Houston law and order gathering urging opposition to the Ku Klux Klan. A Baptist pastor and Klansman briefly pledged support for law enforcement, prompting Moody to reaffirm his stance against the Klan as a menace to democracy and justice. Mrs. W N Bains announced an apology letter from the W C T U for the Klansman’s unexpected appearance.

Law and Order Dan Moody Houston Ku Klux Klan R. W. McCann W. N. Bains Woman's Christian Temperance Union

Work to Liberalize Liquor Law Begins

Washington reports the unofficial House committee for modification of the Volstead act led by Representative Hill of Maryland issued an appeal signed by 56 House members. The group plans public hearings to gather liberalization suggestions before drafting a bill for modification.

Washington House Committee For Representative Hill Maryland House

Two White Crosses Mark Fatal Crash Spots in Hugo

Hugo Oklahoma reports two white crosses will mark Choctaw County highway locations where deaths occurred. The crosses symbolize the fatalities from automobile accidents under a safety first program adopted by the Hugo Lions Club, with approval from the State Highway Department.

Hugo, Okla Choctaw Hugo Lions’ Club State

Greenway and Craig Wedding at Whitewright Home

Mr M E Greenway and Miss Hellen Craig were married Wednesday at 2 30 pm in the Craig residence with Rev W A Stuckey officiating. The couple予定 honeymoon visits in Dallas Waco and Temple and will reside in Whitewright after February first with many friends awaiting them.

M. E. Greenway Hellen Craig M. T. Craig W. A. Stuckey Methodist Church Whitewright High School Chambers Motor Company Dallas Waco Temple Mrs. Greenway Whitewright

Child 8 Delights New York with Violin recital

Yehudi Menuhin, age eight, makes his New York debut at the Manhattan Opera House. He performs standard adult violin numbers to critical praise, learning public performance without prodigy exploitation. born in New York to Jewish parents from Palestine, now studying in San Francisco.

New York Yehudi Menuhin Manhattan Opera House Palestine Menuhin San Francisco

Wires Down After Freeze Paralyzes Whitewright

A severe rain and freeze damaged telephone and electric lines across the region. Whitewright lost power from Wednesday night until Saturday afternoon and relied on a single long distance line to Greenville. Businesses and services paused as lamps and candles replaced power, with daily life and theater, barber, bank, and gas stations all forced to operate by hand.

Whitewright Greenville Franklin

Four Democrats Seek 1928 Presidential Nomination

Campaigns for the 1928 Democratic presidential nomination are under way with four aspirants named: Governors Albert C. Ritchie of Maryland A Victor Donahey of Ohio Alfred E. Smith of New York and former Treasury Secretary William G McAdoo. The Times notes possible support for Clem Shaver to retain as national chairman amid concerns of a Smith McAdoo deadlock.

New York Times Albert C. Ritchie Maryland A. Victor Donahey Ohio Alfred E. Smith New York Secretary of the Treasury William G McAdoo Clem B. Shaver National Democratic Times Smith McAdoo Ritchie The Bernard M. Baruch Donahey

Man Becomes Ruled Sex Warns New York Psychologist

New York City psychologist Professor David Seabury warned in Chicago that if American women stay on their current pace men may surrender rule of business and government. He cited high marital distress and outlined seven kinds of love including mate, romantic, magnetic, and frigid love.

David Seabury New York City Chicago

Mrs Ellis May Visited Bells for Weekend Family Visit

Mrs Ellis May spent the weekend in Bells as a guest of relatives, enjoying time with family and local acquaintances during the stay.

Mrs. Ellis May Bells

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