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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1925
Page
8
The Students of Whitewright High School publish The Student's Reporter as a school newspaper edited by the student body, showcasing student writing, campus news, and school events in a compact periodical.
The editorial team includes Editor-in-chief John McMurry Jr and Associate Editors Haskell Thomson and Cora M. Thornton. Fine Arts Editor is Marjorie Holland, Society Editor Ollie McMillin, reporters Katherine Sears Julius Everheart Charlie Carter and Weldon Wilson, with faculty advisor F. G. Tacquard.
Cora Mae Thornton argues education shapes character and prepares citizens, citing Plato on perfection of body and soul. She notes education should direct minds to the right path as every day influences final character and future success.
The Athletic Council announced Highland Park officials accepted a bid to play the district championship football game between the Rangers and the Highlanders at Fair Park stadium in Dallas on November 11. The Rangers, boasting a strong season with five previously undefeated victims, hope to uphold their fighting spirit and claim the title.
The school and town rally around the Rangers as they pursue the district title with strong community support. Fans briefed that success hinges on staying undefeated and finishing strong.
Brother McNeilly led a Wednesday chapel with a talk titled The Dreamer praising dreamers over pessimists and citing noted dreamers as boys and girls. Superintendent Smith announced early sale of student tickets for the Highlands Park game. The period was noted as very interesting and a repeat visit is invited.
Students rally for strong school spirit through clubs societies and classrooms. Football helps build spirit but other activities like debating glee club and literary societies offer year-round unity. Support class officers and clubs to make this the happiest school year.
A large crowd attended Fridays football game between Whitewright and Celeste with receipts over three hundred dollars. Merchants closed shops to attend, and a lively pep squad from the school packed the high school stands. Coach Head and the Rangers thank supporters for their loyal backing and say they could not lose with such support.
Attendance reports show Freshman 91.7 percent Sophomores 93.6 percent Juniors 96.2 percent and Seniors not listed The Juniors receive the moral code for the coming month and are urged to set an example for all classes in maintaining strong attendance.
The report notes that a tardy counts as half an absence, bringing the average to 93.5 percent when 75 percent is referenced. It emphasizes precise calculation of attendance for responsible record keeping.
On Wednesday evening October 28 the Graysonian Literary Society held an engaging program led by Mr Smith. A debate on child labor saw the affirmative win and Haskell Thomson and Mary Pumphrey were elected to represent the society in future debates with the Debating Club.
A Michigan high school conducted an assembly to teach girls football. Initially seen as foolish, the writer later deemed it wise, noting it would help nonplayers learn the game and boost school spirit and individual development.
A narrative note describes the Rangers securing a 12 0 victory over the Celeste Blue Devils in a district semi final. The writer recalls a spirited morning at school with light misadventures and a celebratory lunch before the football clash. Local ads listed milk cows for sale or trade and a Poland China boar for service.
A reader's fragmented dialogue recalls a train journey where a missed station name hints at a child's escape. The exchange frames a suspenseful moment as the clue leads to a vanished boy named Oscar.
A conductor asks a passenger if he got home safely after a late ride. The passenger replies that he was the only other person aboard when he stood to give his seat to a lady, highlighting the lonely car and concern over the trip.
For sale three parcels near Whitewright. 68 acres adjoining city limits with first class improvements and Bermuda pasture. 55 acres three miles north of town on a pike road with 50 acres cultivated and rest Bermuda pasture. 46.5 acres three miles southeast of town with very good improvements.
O. W. Myrick states all three farms are priced right and possession can begin January 1. He invites interested buyers to contact him promptly. Readers are urged to phone or send any personal news to The Sun.
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