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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1932
Page
4
The Whitewright Sun costs $1.50 per year payable in advance and is entered as second class mail matter at the Whitewright Texas post office. Publishes Thursdays with notices of entertainment box suppers memorials and resolutions and charges apply for admissions and advertising. Corrections offered for erroneous reflections upon any person firm or corporation.
A speaker argues that reducing taxes is essential to free up funds for government spending and to alleviate financial strain on citizens. The claim centers on aligning revenue with public needs while promoting economic relief.
The editorial suggests cutting alley weeds could create jobs as weeds breed mosquitoes. It argues for weed removal as a civic duty and a source of employment for the unemployed.
The piece notes thirty nine candidates for Congressman at Large in Texas with three to be elected and readers must scratch thirty six names. Grayson County politics begin slowly but quicken as July nears. It mocks Hoover era politics and critiques air mail rate changes while commenting on taxes and painting costs, reflecting local campaign and economic views.
Discussion compares a proposed salt tax expected to raise about fifteen million dollars with a caution that the American government will tax under a new law. It notes that married incomes under 2,500 are exempt and essentials remain untaxed, while warns that unchecked spending could force a drastic tax program akin to Germany or England.
A historical tale recalls a merchant famed for obeying federal laws yet tampering with revenue stamps. He would hand an empty cigar box to a boy and carefully mutilate the stamp with a pocket knife, a curious ritual reflecting the era’s legal curiosities and the merchant’s keen attention to compliance.
The Sun congratulates Miss Sarah Louise Greer of Denison for earning the Lindenwood College scholarship in 1931 32 with the highest scholarship rank. daughter of J Lee Greer publisher of the Denison Herald she majors in English and journalism and will be Lindenwood Bark managing editor next year.
Jim Waggoner of the Washington Sun announces for the legislature from Grayson County. A Sherman Democrat letter jokes about a new family tree from campaign mentions. The exchange hints at political rivalry and a request to stay in Grayson County until after the campaign.
A compilation of provocative editorial lines from multiple papers, including remarks on markets for wolf hides, taxation, world affairs, and business woes. The remarks mix social commentary with pointed humor and regional perspectives from Brunswick Pilot, San Francisco Chronicle, Thomaston Times, Nashville Southern Lumberman, Mobile Register, and others.
A collection of brief quotes mentions an installment collector and a call to present arms. References include Greensboro Herald-Journal, Virginian-Pilot, Boston Shoe and Leather Reporter, and President Coolidge. The items mix war anniversary language with political humor.
A Boston Transcript quip asks anyone left out of the revised Federal tax bill to rise, framing the issue as a lighthearted prompt about inclusivity in legislation. The line reflects the newspaper’s witty take on congressional changes and taxpayer attention.
The dispatch cites satirical lines from four papers: Albany Knickerbocker Press notes five cent cigars and a three cent postage stamp for harmony, Weston Leader envisions relief from both sides, Southern Lumberman jokes about excessive laws, and Jacksonville Journal critiques Congress for borrowing from an empty treasury and blaming stock bears.
The Ohio State Journal criticizes naval officials for barring ensigns from marrying until two years after graduation, arguing that it overlooks the value of hands on fighting experience and practical duty.
Will Rogers among observers in Chicago notes a poor turnout and failing sound at the Republican convention. He jokes about Senator Dickinson's effort and recalls Cabinet members leaving or reacting as Wilbur, Stimson, and Jahncke appear, while Pat Hurley laughs at the opening line.
A column reflects on a Stanford speech and social chatter during a political gathering. The writer notes witty remarks, a delayed invocation, and the presence of notable figures and elected officials, with mixed impressions of the event. The second part contemplates happiness, wealth, and resilience during hard times, praising inward resources over material means.
The speaker recalls a Republican meeting with jests about MGM and a claim of theft, a remark by Floyd Gibbons on the Chinese conflict, and Congressman Tilson’s quip to adjourn. The tone laments the convention’s dullness and suggests it should have waited for a post-Democrat session.
A short poem about facing hardship with courage when burdens grow heavy and odds are against you. It urges steadfastness, enduring dark days, tasting bitter moments, and choosing to see the challenge through. The poem emphasizes reliance on courage in reverses and perseverance through trials.
A concise reflection on gravity and human effort urging strength, courage, and will to rise to higher ideals. The text compares water’s level seeking with life’s downward pull and commends wisdom in making continual effort.
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