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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1935
Page
4
The Whitewright Sun reports editor Glenn Doss back after four months in Austin as a legislator. The piece notes 1538 bills introduced, about 400 passed and signed, praising the Legislature for killing much proposed legislation. It also reflects on the work while in Austin and the newspaper’s local focus.
Senator John S. Redditt analyzes Texas state finances noting general revenue fund deficits of 5.127 million and pension fund 4.478 million while urging a business like reorganization of the fiscal system. He doubts near term pension relief and questions tax redistribution, citing recent improvements in the school fund and possible gains from rising business activity. The Dallas News summary frames the debate as opinion on a bungling system.
The piece argues that government experiments cost money and that critics of federal spending should fund projects themselves. It contends individuals cannot match government efficiency and suggests that parsimony in government leads to poor results.
Citizens argue that officials should perform duties themselves rather than delegate tasks. The call emphasizes accountability and local governance. Proponents urge action on policy, budgeting, and public services without outsourcing responsibilities.
The Garland News argues for local merchants to advertise to invite buys from the community. It notes failures to stock or promote lead to customers turning to mail order catalogs. Encourages advertising at all levels to keep dollars circulating locally and welcomes those who maintain visibility.
McKinney Examiner quotes Public Utilities Magazine noting California state government relies heavily on a utility franchise tax of 9 percent on gross income raised since 1933. The piece argues government ownership of utilities would raise taxes and hurt employment, affecting property owners and businesses nationwide.
A humorous fourth-wall parody describing the ideal newspaper man. The piece lists exaggerated traits such as lightning speed, endurance, encyclopedic memory, and infallible precision, ending with a joke about handling calls, proofs, and recalling a obscure instruction.
A Dallas Journal editorial condemns horse and dog racing along with other betting entertainments as crooked and morally harmful. It argues gambling drains funds needed for essentials and harms local business in Dallas Fort Worth while urging reduced temptations and losses.
Senator Hastings demands administration reports on whether Government funds backed a mass meeting for 4,000 farmers tied to the AAA. He cites payments for transport and says expenses may be funded by the Government, prompting Democratic whip Lewis to call for proof and withdraw the resolution.
Oklahoma residents consider a proposed Texlahoma state split with 23 Oklahoma counties and 46 Texas counties forming a new state. Rep Chester Keyes opposed the plan after receiving a questionnaire from A C Sights. Proponents cite alleged discrimination by parent states as motivation.
Washington reports a start June 15 for a dust storm prevention program costing about 111.1 million dollars yearly. The initiative spans 505 Civilian Conservation Corps camps, with a goal of 600,000 workers by August end, to protect soils and improve productivity amid forest, park, flood control and erosion projects.
To curb disease spread among students, textbooks are designed with washable bindings that tolerate soap, water, or disinfectants. This feature aims to keep shared classroom materials clean and reduce contamination risk in schools.
A historical overview covers cotton’s spread from India to Europe and America. It notes mills rising in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and the growth of U S cotton production by 1810. Practical dairy details describe cooling tanks and the wet sack method to preserve cream quality with vigorous stirring.
The cooling of cream after separation is crucial to quality. Bacteria grow fastest near 100F and slowest around 50F, so rapid cooling and steady storage at low temperatures reduce spoilage. Use ice when feasible. otherwise a small cooling tank made from a barrel is advised.
Ten days after St. Pauls Methodist Episcopal Church adopted a plan to pay its indebtedness, the drive toward its $20,000 goal had reached the halfway mark. The article notes community support and church efforts to raise funds.
The Church Financing Bureau of New York promotes a plan to pay off debt in 36 months without new contributions. Friends lend small sums repaid after twenty years with church premiums covering a life endowment policy on lenders. Loans wipe out interest debt while premiums decline each year.
The Cherryvale Republican urges merchants to advertise and readers to report events. It praises early copy and cooperative community effort as keys to a thriving town. Whitewright merchants promise better values for shoppers.
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