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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1925
Page
4
Public notice states that all notices of entertainments dinners and other benefits with an admission fee will be billed at regular advertising rates. Obituaries resolutions of respect memorials also charged at standard rates. corrections offered if any erroneous reflections are brought to the publisher.
An eclectic slice of notes and opinions covers taxes due, Groundhog Day, and political shifts in Austin. It recalls poll tax reminders, changing education routes, ad errors sparking price fixes, a Houston shooting incident, and debates on French family taxation including allowances for large families and the old maids clause.
The piece portrays Whitewright as a mirror of individual disposition where a friendly attitude yields satisfaction. It argues town reception depends on how one approaches the community and encourages a positive view for harmony.
A collection of witty editorial quips and satirical jabs from major newspapers. It riffs on Germany’s secret war prep, federal aid, isolationist policy, overlenient laws, a shifting oil scare, a silver dollar bubble, and a Punch quip about a dumb woman in Germany claimed by three husbands.
An investigator asserts that poker existed in Biblical times, while observers remark that Noah had a full house indicating early card game influence. The remark underscores ongoing discussions about ancient gaming origins.
A collage of brief editorials and quips from mid 20th century papers. Topics touch on royal intrigue and multiple queens, a Gloucester birth with extra fingers, jazz band drummer fantasy, reformist newspaper ideas, crime news conservation, European criminals, and air travel impetuousness.
The 1924 revenue act requires filing returns for many with net income over 1000 or gross over 5000, singles and couples with specified thresholds, exemptions of 1000 or 2500 plus 400 credit per dependent. Even if net income falls below 1000 due to deductions, a return may be required. Penalties include failure to file and pay at least a quarter of tax by March 15, 1925.
The Observer questions a Sun announcement that the top scorer would get honorable mention in the next issue. It names Hon. F. M. Echols as the likely recipient and praises the mayor’s skill, comparing him to Dallas’ mayor Blaylock and noting his dedication to duties.
Vienna papers note radio lure reaches far as Harry Snodgrass exits Missouri prison to a vaudeville gig paying $1,000 weekly. His nationwide radio renditions of On the Banks of the Wabash and Three O'Clock in the Morning boosted his appeal and opened doors beyond the penitentiary.
University of Texas students voted to ban drinking at dances and place checkers at all frat and non-frat events to name the merry and rowdy. A statue by Whitney Warren of Paris arrived in Austin, honoring a Plains cowboy, set up with ceremonies after a long delay.
The case against Colonel Charles R Forbes over crimes tied to the Veterans Bureau ends with Forbes remaining mute and choosing not to testify. The jury is instructed not to consider his silence against him, a standard outcome in cases where a defendant declines to take the stand, noted by the Fort Worth Record.
A large crowd from Enterprise gathered at the Enterprise Baptist Church to work on the yard and ditches, sharing tools and meals. Ladies arrived with baskets, a noon dinner was served, and leftovers were sent to a sick family in the community. Reverend M. E. Miller helped throughout the day.
A reader notes that someone who shared in the day's tasks and enjoyment left feeling their day had been well spent, marking a quiet moment of satisfaction and contribution.
Silas Jackson known as Uncle Si died January 18 at 88 after living 69 years in Pilot Grove. A Confederate veteran and longtime Baptist, he left eleven children, siblings, and a faithful family network. Funeral at Pilot Grove church with Rev. J A Henderson. burial in Pilot Grove Cemetery.
Galveston January 26. B M Burger of Dallas died at John Sealy Hospital shortly after 9 am. He served as postmaster at Dallas under the Wilson administration and was a close friend of the late President Harding. He had been hospitalized about two weeks with angina pectoris.
Sherman, Jan. 28. L. R. Short was convicted in the Fifteenth district court on manufacturing intoxicating liquor linked to a still found on the Jess McClure place in December. He received a two year penitentiary sentence after the jury returned its verdict near 8 p.m. The grand jury had indicted him on five counts for violation of prohibition acts. Further action on the remaining charges was not announced.
Ballinger Texas January 27. City officials say no child will be kept from school on lack of clothing and will provide garments to ensure attendance. The measure aims to remove barriers to enrollment and keep students in class.
The School Board announced that clothing will be provided in all cases where lack of attire prevents attendance, stating that no pupil will be kept from school for clothing issues when the facts support the excuse.
Sixteen members of the White Wright high school football squad receive orange sweaters with a black W on the breast as gifts from local businessmen honoring the team’s strong gridiron record.
Local reader notice touts KR S Morehead as the go to expert for quality shoe repair work, promising reliable service and skilled workmanship for lasting results.
Uncle Eben quips that reading the Bible won’t help if all one seeks is to spark a debate about the Washington Star. His humorous take captures a chatty, local-tone moment.
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