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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1923
Page
5
The Sun welcomes corrections to any erroneous reflections about the character, standing, or reputation of any person, firm, or corporation appearing in its columns. Readers may bring such issues to the publisher for prompt redress and clarification.
A district fair network will be held in nearly every county town this fall. Whitewright reports about 500 dollars pledged. Collinsville has formed a group and will meet next Monday. Other towns include Van Alstyne Sadler Pottsboro Gordonville Gunter Whitesboro and Bells Sherman Democrat.
The Attorney General’s office finds Texas residents buy about 45 million gallons of gasoline monthly and summer increases this total. The tax would yield about 5.4 million annually, leaving a $600,000 gap to double the estimate. Three quarters funds Highway Commission road work, one quarter enriches the public school fund, with projections up to 1.35 million if the full tax collects.
William Allen White of the Emporia Gazette won $500 for the best 1922 newspaper editorial. Published July 27, the piece titled To An Anxious Friend argues that free utterance safeguards justice and peace, warning that suppression breeds violence and that only free discussion sustains democracy.
A quotation on the enduring need for free expression and reason, contrasting speech by men with force and oppression that have shaped history. The text asserts that men speak through voice, letters, or press, and that reason has never failed them, while oppression creates wrecks in the world.
A string of editorial quips from diverse papers lampoons politics work life and culture. Highlights include remarks on overtime pay mouths of industry twins as incentives and the world court debate. Humorous lines touch on Turkey marriage compulsory and DAnnunzio’s dramatic vanity with a grim punchline.
The Columbus Ohio State Journal notes the Republican leaders aim to place women in larger council roles, a move described as broad minded and forward looking. The editorial suggests wealthy widows may also dress to be consulted.
An East Texas editor plans to marry and has set a precedent by sending out plans and specifications to all community ministers asking for bids to perform the ceremony. The move highlights wide variance in wedding fees and reflects broader bidding practice among professionals who use his printing services.
The piece compares earnings between printers and preachers, noting wedding fees and printer charges vary widely. It argues printers often undercharge for labor and wear on machinery, leading to ruined equipment, while preachers tend to be better paid and better maintained over time.
Special prices on all glassware at Johnson's with savings guaranteed. Shop now for discounted items and bulk offers.
Miss Lucille Harris visits Sherman to see friends and relatives while Miss Ethel Gordon becomes a local Sun news reporter. She is producing many items daily and requests tips from passersby. If Gordon misses you, call the Sun reporter at 115 to share news.
Frank Alverson and another traveling man overindulged on watermelons while on a Dallas based gin company assignment. After a week in Southeast Texas where melons abound, Alverson recalls eating a 50 pound melon with his companion. He attributes his illness to consuming more than his share.
The Happy Jack Jencks tent show opened Monday for a week and draws steady local attendance. Audiences praise the jazz orchestra feature, noted as the standout among the acts. A special matinee is planned Saturday at 3 o’clock for children, aiming to boost interest.
Mrs Gilmore Webster entertained friends Thursday in honor of her sister Miss Roberta Sloan. Three bridge tables were set, followed by a luncheon of chicken salad sandwiches and iced tea. Twelve guests offered best wishes as Sloan prepared for her summer trip. she departed on Saturday.
A two months visit with relatives in Nashville and Chattanooga Tennessee may lead to part time work at Vanderbilt University summer school. The note is contributed and reflects planned employment during the stay.
The T. FE. L Sunday school class met last Thursday at teacher Mrs. G. M. McNeillys home for a business and social session. Vice president Mrs. Carl May presided in her absence and Miss Elizabeth May sang a vocal solo. Sixteen members and one visitor, Mrs. Maple Wilson of Lubbock, joined a five senses contest. Cream and angel cake refreshments followed.
Whitewright residents celebrated the Fourth with picnic parties and baseball. About seventy five picnickers spent the day on Red River while others relaxed on streams near the city. Two local games on the diamond saw Trenton beating Cannon 4 to 3 and Trenton routing Whitewright 8 to 1 in six innings. Many locals traveled to Sherman for a double header with Austin. Overall the day was enjoyed and most businesses closed at noon.
Rev. FE Hendrick a well known evangelist and singer A L Carter led a revival at the Presbyterian Church Monday evening. The pair had visited the church seventeen years ago and warmly greeted friends from that era. Hendrick and Fender, fellow schoolmates, recalled old days as they chatted. Lunch on the church lawn at 6 30 featured guests Rev Hendrick Carter and Rev. Graham and Greenville family members.
A Masqueraders home lawn party celebrated Miss Edna Womack with Japanese lanterns and American flags, an ivy pergola, and a well of punch. Misses Martha Bow and Lola Myrick served refreshments as sixty to seventy guests enjoyed contests, prizes, ice cream cones with flags, and a fireworks finale.
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