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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1928
Page
4
The Whitewright Sun notes weekly publication and charges for notices such as entertainments and memorials. It comments on crops with praise for cotton yields and reports a Texas Republican faction planning to vote Democratic for Smith, claiming large numbers of Hoover Democrats.
A Dallas News State Press column defends Alfred E. Smith as the Democratic choice and criticizes Republicans. It praises Smith Moody for honesty and ability while noting Hoover’s non affiliation. It also notes Rev. J Frank Norris publicity and a Dallas revival clash with building codes. It ends with a Wall Street Journal warning on investments.
Italian American inventor Menotti Nanni unveils a combined life saving cabin and submarine carrier that remains submerged and becomes breathable at the surface. The design uses air suction to seal to the submarine, with a hatch for crew to escape and radio for aid.
A family expresses heartfelt thanks for kindness shown at the death of husband and father. Special appreciation goes to Bro. Davis, Bro. MacSpedden, Bro. Fielder, and Bro. Henderson. Gratitude is extended for flowers and support from relatives and friends.
The Canaan area reports favorable weather aiding crop work then lists numerous social visits and weekend gatherings. Revival services are planned for Sunday July 22 with anticipated large attendance.
An Army fighting plane with six machine guns and 250 bombs is expected to be christened the Spirit of Chicago, per the San Diego Union.
Local residents report visits from Dallas Fort Worth and Sherman guests over the weekend. Voters are urged to re elect W B Richardson as District Clerk of Fannin County citing continued good service.
Rev H M Cowling of the Westminster Methodist Church asks The Sun to announce the regular 11 o'clock preaching service at the church this Sunday. Read the ads on every page.
Roy M. Finley appeals Grayson County voters in a political ad arguing four years of prosecutions, 486 felony cases with a high conviction rate, and 21 murder and rape trials justify reelection. He defends third-term conduct and laments opposition claims, urging continuity of experienced public service.
The Sun notes a Sunday school class met on a Wednesday with no date given and references the last social gathering on June 21. Reporters should send postmeeting notes promptly to appear in print as The Sun prefers current news. Bargains are advertised in the issue.
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