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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1939
Page
4
The Whitewright Sun states subscription price is $1.50 per year payable in advance and that the paper is entered at the Whitewright, Texas post office as second class mail matter. It commits to promptly correct any erroneous reflection upon any person, firm, or corporation upon notification to the publisher.
A Texas farm state column argues the 1.6 percent transactions tax will hit farmers despite early claims of exemption. It details how taxes accrue across cotton from farm to export, estimating up to $100,000 in annual costs for Grayson County's export cotton and criticizing Governor O Daniel's proposal as burdensome and misdirected. It urges legislators to seek pension funding elsewhere and to reject shifting ad valorem taxes onto common workers.
The article questions whether doubling Texas 7000-pound load limits would hurt small owner operators by reducing demand for trips. It argues that larger limits could force elimination or idling of many small trucks, push drivers to buy their own rigs, and intensify competition with independents.
Small truckers say hauling capacity is tight and profits thin. They ask how repeal of the load limit would help any Whitewright operator, noting that big trucking firms likely gain while small haulers may see little or no advantage. They question who truly profits from policy change.
The U S Civil Service Commission announced examinations with an age limit of 40 in two classifications. Traditionally age limits were in the fifties, though younger contestants may receive preferred ratings on eligibility lists and older eligibles are rarely called.
The piece argues that limiting state employee meals to 35 cents and hotel rooms to 1 dollar would trim costs by about one fifth of one percent. It notes the political hurdle of savings that touch someone’s tax take, urges taxpayer support for curtailing unnecessary state spending, and stresses poll tax payment to have a voice on constitutional amendments and any sales tax measure.
The Friends of the Masonic Home club praise permission for the Masons to stay in class AA. The team reached the state semi finals last fall and has long been a championship contender, showing school size should not dictate athletic class.
A lively congressional contest questions mandatory military training for about 300000 Civilian Conservation Corps enrollees. Proponents argue it would prepare CCC boys for war, while opponents see no harm if war never comes and no harm if it does.
Public health notice warns of Dallas smallpox outbreak and risk of unvaccinated travelers importing cases. Advises vaccination for those visiting Dallas for shopping or shows to avoid infection.
A Texas lawmaker proposes featuring a longhorn cow on state automobile plates to promote the cattle industry. The initiative aims to boost visibility and branding for Texas cattle while creating potential revenue and educational value for residents.
A discussion suggests using an emblem to promote a 1.6 percent transactions tax. Supporters argue branding could boost awareness of the tax program while opponents warn against visual gimmicks overshadowing policy details.
Dallas News reports Governor O'Daniel backs a transactions tax to finance old age pensions, arguing for a clear need definition, asset tests with liens on property, and anti fraud measures. He acknowledges the broader money problems and that legislative agreement and practicality remain to be proved.
Dr. John Milliff of Texas A and M College told the Texas Veterinary Medical Association at the Hotel Adolphus that rabies can alter a dog’s behavior. He dismissed the slobbering image as rare and noted many dogs become gentle or reverse traits before death. Only in the last stage do eyes go glassy and biting occur.
HANFORD Calif Bones the Boston bulldog of Milles Fuller is believed to have made a long trek to return to its master. The dog disappeared last September and was later found to have been taken to Odessa Texas by transient cotton pickers. Recently Bones appeared with swollen feet at the door, suggesting a walk all the way from Texas to California.
Bonham directors of the Fannin County fair met at the chamber of commerce offices and voted to continue the county fair in Bonham this year after previously weighing discontinuance. The decision preserves the annual event in the city.
The bald head and neck of the vulture are natural provisions of nature to prevent fouling of its plumage on unclean carrion, the bird's favorite food.
Sherman Community Sale Co announces a big opening sale Monday January 30 and every Monday at highway 82 city limits. The firm offers livestock and various consignments under cover with a 300 seat capacity and commission equal to nearby sales. Endorsed by the Chamber of Commerce and City of Sherman.
A Missouri Ozarks learner recalls a peculiar recluse named Turner who lived in a roofless hut with a horse, a Philadelphia born doctor turned hermit, and a violent tongue yet vast knowledge who mentored a student during long talks about science and life.
COLLEGE STATION. Sadie Hatfield of the Texas A and M College Extension Service urges winter planting of shade trees. Transplants will settle in by spring with heavy pruning and natural placement to avoid a rigid row effect, aiming for trees that fit naturally into the landscape.
The Whitewright all black basketball team coached by M. D. Boyd beat Pilot Grove 7 to 5 in their first game Friday night. They will play at the Negro school here this week.
Lee Kirk of Sherman lost his left forearm when his automobile collided with a Texas and Pacific freight train in Sherman. He crawled from the wreck, walked three blocks to a filling station, and was taken to a local hospital after the crash while returning from a fishing trip.
The strawberry under human cultivation may lose its seeds entirely, while in the wild state seeds are on the outside to aid propagation, carried by birds and animals that eat the fruit.
Hartford report shows Dr Alonzo G Grace state commissioner of education opposes homework for elementary students and advocates more after school play. He supports a longer school day so students can learn to study during school time.
A local want ad service campaigns for fast results, inviting readers to place ads for jobs, housing, and goods. The notice emphasizes affordability, broad reach, and easy submission channels for speedy responses.
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