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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1928
Page
2
Dallas parachute jumper Robert M. Dowdy 23 died after falling from a trapeze 4000 feet above Leonard while attempting a lake landing feature of the Leonard picnic. His chute opened but he slipped from the bars and plunged to a grassy field. spectators and his wife watched as he died instantly.
In New Hampshire a grateful farmwoman writes to vendors of a patent medicine claiming four weeks of use left her energetic enough to thrash her husband and perform all housework, after previously being unable to spank the baby. The letter ends with a blessing to the makers.
A Louisville Times observation notes that John L Sullivan never lectured on Shakespeare yet always brought home the bacon.
The Dallas Journal notes Herbert Hoover refused to kiss babies for publication while praising Governor Smith for avoiding fake photo poses. The piece argues both candidates will debunk sensational shows of affection as campaigns unfold, calling baby kissing a lower-dignity political ploy.
A concise aphorism notes that the inferiority complex has no effect on the correct targets. The remark critiques who is influenced by such a mental attitude and hints at misdirected concerns.
All kinds of printing and engraving obtainable at The Sun office at reasonable prices.
The Supreme Court refused to hear Tom Love's writ of error after the San Antonio Civil Appellate Court withheld his name from Cameron County Democratic primary ballots for not supporting the national ticket. The court ruled no vacation hearing is allowed, ending the matter except for Love supporters manually writing his name on ballots.
The Fort Worth Star-Telegram notes Dr Hubert Work, Olympic cabinet member turned Hoover campaigner, faced backlash after a Chicago speech. He claimed farmers overstated distress while prices cited were inconsistent with actual market levels, prompting anger from farmers and Republicans and an alleged media misquote. He blamed reporters for misquotation, while the piece hints at a publicity trap.
Notice to voters in Grayson County Precinct No 2 Whitewright area. Jesse A Reece thanks voters for hospitality and pledges fair and square service if elected. He cannot meet all voters but regards those met as courteous and asks support for the election next Saturday July 28.
A brief quip from the Schenectady Gazette notes how a believer in predestination reacts to a honk with a sudden jump. It captures a humorous moment reflecting on fate and reaction.
Federal Judge J C Hutcheson ruled the State Democratic executive committee may bar Negroes from the July 28 Democratic primary. He denied R D Evans’s injunction to prevent voting restrictions in Harris County, stating parties are voluntary associations free from state interference in internal membership decisions.
Sore gums bleeding gums and pyorrhea claim a remedy with guaranteed results or money back. Bow-Wright Drug Co advertises Leto's Pyorrhea Remedy promising noticeable improvement even in severe cases.
A Wall Street Journal note argues that juvenile misbehavior is reflected in criminal records, highlighting patterns of delinquency and the need for early intervention and reform.
The Sun office provides engraved or printed cards and invitations at reasonable prices for weddings announcements or other events.
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