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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1927
Page
4
The paper pledges full correction of any erroneous reflection on the character or reputation of any person, firm, or corporation seen in its columns upon being brought to the publishers' attention.
The piece urges citizen cooperation as the key to Whitewright’s growth, citing gas service, a well equipped public school system, and an early sewer project. It argues residents must take ownership, overcome apathy, and commit to doing their part for a healthier, better town.
A letter warns residents of Whitewright and similar towns about the danger of rushing to fires. It argues firemen must hurry, but bystanders risk injuries or death in the stampede to the scene. It urges sensible behavior and patience until the fire is under control.
State wide Clean-Up Week April 3 to 9 is sponsored by the Texas Board of Health. The annual campaign urges every citizen to clean from curb to alley and from cellar to attic to combat filth and disease, with Whitewright residents urged to tackle back yards barns and storage areas as well.
The 1926 cotton crop actual ginnings nearly a million bales below December estimates. The market jumped $2.50 to $3.00 per bale, adding about 50 million dollars in value, but the rise came too late for farmers. Weather in December and January caused unharvestable and unrenderable cotton, highlighting estimator risk and farmer losses.
The Fort Worth City Health Department offers free chlorine tablets to campers and picnickers to purify unclean water and prevent typhoid fever. A tablet in a bucket kills germs, acts as a germicide and deodorant, and makes water potable. Camping kits should include chlorine tablets.
The Community Gas Company assigns Van Alstyne a quota of 225 consumers, with Whitewright already surpassing its 240 target in two days and Trenton and Ector hitting their marks. The Sun bets Van Alstyne will meet the goal quickly.
Local boosters claim no town can pass up the chance to obtain natural gas service and designate Van Alstyne as a strong candidate. The pitch emphasizes economic benefits and regional demand for energy in the community.
The gas company announces plans to bring gas stoves and piping to Whitewright. Residents are urged to prepare as the old coal shed is to be torn down and a reserve kindling stock burned around the wash pot while mains are laid.
The piece mocks Chicago fashion claims that modern living shrinks hips and belts are needed. It asserts Texas men, well fed, can keep trousers up without belts, contrasting regional styles and humorously defending traditional suspenders.
Classified note announces a 25 word limit for Want Ads at The Sun with a 25 cent charge per ad.
Sherman visitors Charmey Kaiser and Estelle Sloan attend. Epworth League and B Y P U report strong turnout and singing. Rev M C Sooter visits from Anna to preach Tuesday night. Prayer meeting Wednesdays remains lively. Friday night singing praised. Dee St John returns from Commerce to help on the farm. Mahurin basketball defeated 16 18 with school group on hand. Howard McSpedden called to preach in Luela on 3rd Sunday. Georgia Lee Neathery from Sherman visits. A B St John and A H St John visit Royse City. Girls basketball at Westminster loses 9 14. Community programs and League program details follow. Laundry note.
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