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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1934
Page
8
The drouth in the Middle and Northwest grain belts threatens to hinder the U S recovery by raising commodity prices and reducing farmer purchasing power. It would also boost relief costs, lower rail freight, reduce farm equipment and auto sales, and limit city employment despite higher prices.
San Angelo housewives accuse merchants of selling fattened hens injected with water. Food Inspector Willis Barbbee urged the city commission to act. City Attorney Hughes investigated and found sellers were as fooled as buyers. officials promised action.
Two Georgia men argue over the nation’s finances. One claims banks have money in vaults and could lend, while the other notes the lack of collateral. The exchange highlights a perceived abundance of money but scarcity of collateral in the country.
A reporter notes widespread hardship among the poor, including one Mrs Gad dar who owned a car but had no gasoline to run it. The encounter highlights fuel scarcity and living struggles faced by low income households.
Whitewright farmers report two weeks without rain affecting corn and late oats while cotton looks strong but needs moisture soon. Wheat and early oats have been harvested. late spring oats remain. Overall crop prospects are below average with only a few fields likely to yield near average.
Grayson County farmers may plant forage on government rented acreage already withdrawn from production, except corn and grain sorghums. The rule aims to offset hay and grain shortages from drought, allowing pasturing and use as feed or soil improvement while prohibiting sale.
A dialogue fragment shows Malindy questioning her husband about his repeatedly promised provision. He frames his efforts as conditional on earning money and securing a suitable job before bringing new furniture. The exchange highlights distrust of unreliable promises.
A longtime firm partner, Grabrox, reportedly joined a church following a dice game with his partner to determine which member would join the congregation. The incident occurred during a gathering where the two discussed the move after the toss.
Next Tuesday night the Palace theatre offers a $40.00 cash prize for Bank Night with past winners missing the prize. Beginning Friday, five weeks long, an electric radio will be given away each Friday and merchants join by distributing coupons.
A courtroom exchange features a judge remarking on recognition and a prisoner replying that he taught the judge’s daughter singing lessons. The judge sentences him with a terse “Thirty years.”
A humor vignette recalls two brothers discussing prayers. The first asks about morning prayers, the second replies they say prayers at night and are not afraid of daytime.
The note suggests keeping two or three demons in the kitchen to dress up food with inventive uses and playful spice. It reflects a quirky culinary metaphor from a Boston newspaper.
Services Sunday at 10 45 AM at Central Christian Church led by Rev G C Minor The Lord s Supper precedes the sermon Topic notes present day events and conditions Timely message to address fast changing America and world Members urged to attend Bible School opens at 9 45 AM Let every pupil be in place and on time
First Presbyterian Church invites members and families to a Thursday 8 o clock social evening. The program features hymn singing, prayer, an address on Some Highlights of the General Assembly by W L Stowers, violin solo, readings by Judge Alice Noble, and refreshments by the church women. Sunday services include 11 a m sermon Getting Right with God and an 8 15 p m union service at the Methodist Church with Rev G C Ivins preaching.
The Methodist Church hosts a union service next Sunday night with Rev. G C Ivins of the Baptist Church as preacher. All Baptist, Presbyterian and Methodist members are urged to attend. Revival begins one week from Sunday, with Sunday school at 10 am and a third quarterly conference at 4 pm presided by Rev S A Barnes of Sherman. Young people have a 7 pm service and a strong program is prepared.
The Central Christian Church hosted a reception Tuesday evening June fifth for Rev. G. C. Minor and wife. In the receiving line were Mrs. Lucian LaRoe Mrs. P. Tonwaes Mrs. F. M. Echols Mrs. Emory Chuan and Miss Emmagene Sears. Mrs. Gomer May led the register as the church was decorated. A program of music song and speech followed by an ice cream course concluded the event.
The comptroller report shows state funding via inheritance tax 583423 franchise tax 1310473 value added tax 20559738 occupation tax 2140681 poll tax 1031776 cigarette tax 3167064 gross receipts tax 6638996 gasoline tax 26891613 automobile licenses 4664915 U S aid 12655975 miscellaneous 9901584. Expenditures are not detailed.
A reflective quote from Ruskin on toil and happiness is paired with a humorous exchange about hanging a wet paint notice. The brief humor contrasts diligent work with a public notice mishap and lightens the mood.
Fresh milk cows available through Guy Hamilton. Four for sale include a fine registered Jersey cow hog-weight 150 lbs and milk goats. Dodge sedan auto, dining table, iron bed and springs offered by Mrs. D. A. Ray. Also an 8-foot Deering binder with truck for 65 dollars and a Case pony disc plow in top shape for 40 dollars. Additional sulky plows priced 10 to 20 dollars by Manning Clark & Meador. Seegar refrigerator 100-lb ice capacity, porcelain interior and exterior, like new, traded for a Leonard Electric Refrigerator. A bargain offered by Joe Johnson.
We thank friends for kindness during illness of husband and father Mrs. D. A. Ray and Children express blessings on helpers. Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Vestal and family also thank neighbors and friends for sympathy and thoughtful deeds during her illness and passing.
Automobile loans available without delay for any reason or to refinance existing payments. Bring license receipt and car for inspection. Will loan any reasonable amount or term to save money. F. W. Creager, Manager, Sherman.
A Chicago paper reports many deer and elk hunters were isolated in Montana mountains as heavy snows from a blizzard closed passes and stranded them. Local guides and wildlife officials feared exposure risks without rescue efforts underway.
English setter puppies offered at 20 dollars each for two five month olds. Three month olds priced at 15 dollars each. A 12 month old setter listed at 35 dollars. All eligible for refrigeration.
The water main will be extended about 600 feet up Montmorenci avenue to supply several houses with water from the borough pump station on Mill Creek Ridgeway Pa paper.
The memory of the late President Warren G. Harding was honored today as a wreath sent by President Roosevelt was placed at the tomb. The ceremonies ended with a burglar sounding taps.
A local mayor declares an ordinance forbidding saloons within 300 feet of church and school, prompting plans to relocate both the church and the school to comply with the law. The Native speaker emphasizes strict law enforcement as the motive behind the move.
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