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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1921
Page
3
The Whitewright Sun notes subscription price and postal status, plus a clutter of notices on admission fees, obituaries, and corrections policy. It mentions poll tax time, Christmas shopping, and Saturday sales, with local anecdotes about Kentucky election violence and a Gainesville farmer returning found money. It ends with an advertising parable from Honey Grove Signal.
The manganese factory in Dunbar, a dominant local employer, faced hard times as deflation hit the nation’s industry. Workers adopted a practical approach to unemployment, using common sense to resolve wage disputes and sustain the town’s main employer amid deteriorating business conditions.
The Dunbar, Pennsylvania community avoided a mill closure by workers offering a 40 percent wage cut and agreeing to 40 percent rent reductions on company houses. The plant stayed open, 150 local families helped, and the plan kept unemployment from rising. The article argues this cooperative approach shows how capital and labor can resolve issues without outside aid and calls for broader adoption nationwide.
The League of Nations organized a Geneva conference on traffic in women and children. The United States declined formal participation, while the American Social Hygiene Association was represented by Mas Bascom. Officials criticized the League and warned that war conditions drive demand for human trafficking.
Whitewright residents plan a community dinner on Main Street Armistice Day uniting countryside and town folks to share meals and celebrate the occasion with feasting and frolic. The event reflects a communal spirit as civilians gather to honor the day.
A collection of satirical snippets from various papers lampooning political figures and policies. Jibes target Hoover and Harding era politics, economic worries, labor unrest, and social trends with dry wit and pointed humor.
The Sun offers a want column at only 25 cents, inviting readers to try it. The deal highlights a low price to attract new subscribers or feature listings.
Austin November 9 The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals ruled women cannot serve on grand juries reversing and dismissing the Dick Harper burglary case from McLennan County A twelve man jury was seated with ten men and two women The court held the constitution requires twelve men and that suffrage rights do not qualify women for grand jury service Two other McLennan County cases were reversed and dismissed The Robert J Riddle murder case awaiting proper submission was not decided
Sherman reports two more cars stolen Tuesday night bringing total since Sunday to five. A Ford owned by C. P. Fields was taken from North Grand avenue and a Buick owned by J. M. Jones vanished from Mrs. LeGrand Woods garage on Washington avenue. W. W. Alexander Arthur Hanson and C. P. Fields have lost Fords, Fred Hatcher lost a Studebaker, and J. M. Jones a Buick. Hanson’s Ford was the only recovered by 10:30 Wednesday morning.
Pat Zarafonetis announces relocation to Forney Texas and operation of the Olympia Confectionery with a complete candy kitchen. Mail orders from former Whitewright customers are welcome and will be filled promptly for the kind of candy requested.
The Missionary Society of Central Christian Church met Monday with Mrs. C. P. Johnson as host and Mrs. R C. Brown leading. Members wore Japanese kimonos, opened a water-activated paper and cork flower, and heard readings and a contest led by Mrs. Gordon. Refreshments followed as plans for a pure food show on December 1 2 and 3 were discussed. each guest left with a Japanese souvenir.
Rev. Allen became the Methodist Church pastor and preached his first sermon. Sam Dean of Plano visits his mother while Brice Garland and wife travel to Dallas and Royse City. Mr. Hal Binion and Miss Eva Ashinhurst wed on Saturday. Grandma Grissom visits the community. Mrs. Claud Binion and children visit Paul Binion in Van Alstyne. Lee MecMillians of Trenton is mentioned.
A local note offering mail order candy with reminiscences of a Whitewright recipe. The advertiser invites orders for any quantity, stating readiness to fill large or small requests promptly.
Miss Ollie Tucker of Royse City stayed with Mr. and Mrs. Brice Garland over the weekend. Mr. and Mrs. Tom McSpedden traveled to Van Alstyne for Mr. and Mrs. Bud Drye’s golden wedding anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. George Parrish visited J. D. Judd. Charlie Alexander and family of Bells visited Dug Henry. Special bargains announced for next Saturday at Johnson’s.
A mother asks a son if he is finished washing. He slides down stairs after splashing, claiming only his face needed washing. A witty reply about whether ears belong to the face or neck is recorded. Printed calling cards priced at $1.50 per 100.
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