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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1933
Page
3
The W H S Reflector notes editors and reporters listed and discusses student interest in education. It argues a school paper is possible only with reliable funding, concluding publication would be foolish without money.
The editor notes March 2 as a milestone when Texas declared independence from Mexico, comparing it to the U S Declaration of Independence. It argues for recognizing the day as a state holiday and urges Texans to reflect on liberty and unity.
A discussion among Whitewright High School students considers printing a school paper. The sun currently prints the paper, a 1924 option was abandoned for cost. The proposal weighs student subscriptions and business ads to fund print costs and offer educational value.
The author argues four day work weeks free three days for leisure and urges youths to use that time to read more about poets dramatists and essayists or to write in their chosen fields. The piece envisions productive leisure and self improvement through literature.
A writer argues that continuous work harms both mind and body and urges regular rest. He stresses weekly relaxation to avoid burnout, noting mental strength depends on physical well being and a touch of light humor can refresh the laboring person.
The Mas quraders hosted a fancy dress ball at Miss Ray’s home on Feb 22. Guy Hamilton as Stan Laurel won best boy costume. Helen Reece as Priscilla of old New England days won best girl costume. The event also noted staff and student activities, marriages, debates, and upcoming contests at W. H. S. with low attendance due to rain.
The note details a social gathering featuring Hood, Kay Francis, Jack Oakie, and George Roft with prizes for various games including Washington Antiques recognition and tree knowledge. Agnes Coffey and Maurine Pierce won prizes, while bridge and 42 were played. The group enjoyed chicken salad sandwiches cake mints and hot cherry punch, concluding late.
The English III class presented programs on Thursday and Friday mornings featuring book reviews and appreciations of American authors. Students were split into three groups each choosing a different author including Washington Irving, George Eliot, and Mark Twain with works such as Sketch Book Romola and Tom Sawyer.
A list of students and teachers with brief notes on opinions looks, including Robert Doss growing angry in a debate and Lois Smith liking a school teacher. Other items mention Dorothy Medearis admiring a Chevrolet at Ely and Miss Ray with a boyish bob.
A vivid sketch describes a clever red headed sophomore student with freckles, noted for being studious and achieving good grades. The individual lives in the town's east area and favors basketball, presenting a popular profile within the class.
A playful mystery asks who the vivacious brunette high school pianist strolling by the Whitewright Lumber Yard might be. The riddle hints a cheerful sophomore about 5 feet 8 inches tall and 200 pounds, popular with boys and especially girls, inviting guesses.
Frances Pope is a tall auburn haired senior who brightens classes. She belongs to the Glee Club Masqueraders' Club and the debating team set to represent Whitewright in the Interscholastic League meet. Frank Clark is a temperamental senior poet, Forum Club officer, and frequent chapel debater.
Friday at 7 30 p m the Wild Cat String Band sponsors a negro minstrel at the grammar school. Participating students include Frank Clark Leslie Holland Leon Adams Anther Hudgins Noel Ashinhurst D E McCoy Wayne Martin Billie White with other performers Mr Young Sidney Watson Ben Clark and R V Holcomb. Also listed are popular book titles by local authors.
Friday afternoon Miss Ray and English IV students improvised a coffee shop in the Masqueraders' Club room serving coffee. They studied eighteenth century literature and wrote letters to the Tatler or Spectator about coffee houses like White's Will's and St James. The group plans to meet weekly until the unit ends with representations of Steele Swift Defoe.
Track reps training in Sherman after weather delays intend to stay active. W. H. S. aims for honors with determined athletes. Baseball squad under captain J. B. Harrison and coach Mr. Key shows pep, power hitters, and speed as season preparation continues.
The Voice magazine from Concord High School Massachusetts honors Miss Louisa May Alcott on her birth centennial. Students interview friends of Alcott and share life details, with staff and readers expressing appreciation for the issue.
Earl Phillips asks for remedies for chronic nail biting and seeks suggestions or solutions to help people stop biting their nails.
A playful exchange shows Joe Thomas May and Mary Jo discussing their creative dynamic. Thomas notes he makes pictures while his partner writes jokes, whereas Meador says the opposite, framing a collaboration where jokes accompany visuals.
A collection of light exchanges and humor from pupils and parents. Jokes span the zoo plan, exam answers, history questions, wordplay, and sports quips, with playful misunderstandings and witty responses.
The item records a brief dialogue where Mr Key asks for an explanation of vitamin C. The note hints at a discussion about nutrition and health, reflecting a casual exchange in a historical context.
In a classroom exchange, Jim Pat offers a vague definition of a liquid drink while students discuss a knightly hood and a nocturnal era. A separate remark recalls a tree falling on a man who died and prompted a damages suit against the city.
Ex-President Coolidge urges society to prioritize spiritual power and character over wealth knowledge or government. He contrasts needs for culture and religion with material progress, framing a call for deeper moral reform.
The Sun offers engraved and printed wedding invitations and announcements. Contact information and ordering details are provided for prospective clients seeking traditional stationery.
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