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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1935
Page
4
The Whitewright Sun announces that all notices of entertainments box suppers and other benefits with admission fees or monetary consideration will be charged at regular advertising rates. It also states it will correct any erroneous reflections upon the character standing or reputation of any person firm or corporation when brought to attention.
Frank Kraft of Kraft Phenix at Bonham notes scarce good milk cows and prices near fifty dollars. Government relief purchases cut numbers, yet many farmers still dispose of star boarders. Dairymen, hoping for boom prices, raise calves producing poorer cows and overlook viability of registered stock for future milk yield.
An editorial argues that expanding the Texas Highway Commission to five elected members has limited merit aside from potential unemployment relief. It warns elective offices invite political expediency and questions the value of politicized commissions, while noting current function and political pressure concerns. The piece also cites an Indiana judge’s 24 mile daily brick carrying sentence for a 16 year old burglar, condemned by 3000 local women.
In doubt about public mood on a sales tax the legislature may submit the question at the liquor election. Voting then would not cost extra and lawmakers would avoid own sales tax responsibility.
A doctor tells an anxious mother that her boy is all right and needs soap and water three times daily. She asks if this should be before or after meals.
The piece argues that remaining incarcerated in Texas signals weak finances or unexercised rights and contends inmates now have a better chance to serve their full sentences under evolving policies.
The speaker endorses Alfred as an excellent Texas chief executive. They describe him as young but seasoned, with substantial Texas political experience and genuine public-spirited motives, calling these qualifications worthy.
A long dormant volcano in Arizona began erupting releasing gas and toxic fumes the same day lawmakers convened in Washington. Scientists warn of hazardous ash and air quality concerns while officials evaluate impacts on nearby communities and travel.
Clarksville Times notes politicians claim the Supreme Court is blocking the new deal and questions who to appeal to after a high court ruling, highlighting a partisan debate and uncertainty.
Local merchants complain business could improve and urge consistent advertising like mail order houses. Editorials in Ladonia and Whitesboro papers critique livestock neglect and discuss pension levels for elderly, arguing the country owes better support for older citizens and pounds should be used for owners not livestock.
Henderson County figure Jap Lucas faces mockery from lawmakers after proposing a 5 cent daily pay for absentee members rather than the usual 10 dollars. The House split 92 to 41 on the Lucas plan, which critics call excessive under the circumstances. The Dallas Journal notes this and hints more on Lucas is to come. The Sun sells typewriter paper.
Editorial stance arguing against a proposed bill to ban advertising by dentists and other professions. The piece contends professionals should set ethics themselves and that advertising does not affect proficiency or moral qualifications. It warns against government overreach dictating marketing by any trades.
The Fort Worth Star Telegram notes Congressman Patman loses Legion support to Vinson of Georgia as inflation blocs push a three billion dollar paid bonus plan. The Vinson bill focuses on funding adjusted service certificates, while Patman’s would have been a bonus and currency measure.
A reader column urges store owners to avoid cluttered signage. It argues that neat, simple signs attract customers, while chaotic, oversized and multiple signs create an untidy appearance that harms a business’s image.
Claude Callan notes improved banker treatment as evidence that prosperity returns. He recalls being denied quickly last year and being asked many questions this week before a loan was refused, suggesting conditions are improving and patience from lenders may grow.
The scene shows a formal discussion where the chairman asks for any updates this week. The secretary responds nothing new, and confirms the weekly notice to Bolivia and Prague to quit fighting has been sent. The meeting adjourns.
Guidelines specify allocate a half pound of fish per diner when fish is the main course. This portion helps ensure adequate servings and portion control for meals involving fish as the primary item.
The Texas Centennial commission halves its request to 3 million dollars, shifting to general revenue and enlisting ex-Lt. Gov. Edgar Witt to influence Austin lawmakers. Meanwhile Senate administration plans propose a modern State police force built from the rangers and highway patrol, with staffing changes from adjutant general Nesbitt. The Texas Press Association meets in Austin February 8 and 9 with Gov. Allred and Claude Teer speaking, focusing on NRA code administration and state issues.
A broad coalition of House members plans to introduce legislation to aid financially strained county governments and heavily taxed real estate. The bill, backed by the State Association of County Judges and Commissioners, would have the board of district and county bond indebtedness assume interest and principal.
Proposes two year payments on county and district road bonds to stabilize markets and cut county tax rates by about 26 cents, with some exceeding 1 dollar. Funding via an extra penny in state gas tax replaces the expiring federal tax, avoiding consumer tax rise. No organized opposition yet. After two years, plan could go to voters as a constitutional amendment. Bond relief and future issuances would be managed by the board.
A compilation of editorial quips from various papers lampoons money behavior politics and war notions. Entries include jokes about bequests church giving relief waves public opinion luxury versus need and naval encounters. The tone is satirical with concise observations from multiple editors.
The Kansas City Star notes England considers a law banning car horns, while warning such a ban in America would strip motorists of their driving equipment.
A string of unusual accidents from 1934 records includes a boy of nine sucked into a wheat binder in France and survived, a Jersey City baby carriage collision, and a woman blinded by stove smoke. Others report fatal and near fatal incidents from stair collapses to a man killed by a car, with one tale of a trapeze fall and a bath soap mishap ending in embarrassment.
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