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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1927
Page
7
Humorous Exchange Sparks Laughs in Campus Comic
A Liberal Education Professor questions a student's knowledge of literature. The student replies with a quip about contacting toothpaste companies for it. Dora notes the student fears being run over, while the uncle reveals it would be his thirteenth time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dora
Six cylinder Shooter He Billy the Kid killed nineteen men
Dialogue features a reporter asking about the famous Arizona desperado Billy the Kid and a woman quizzing about his car. The exchange contrasts legends of violence with mundane curiosity about his vehicle. The passage reflects tabloid tone and period slang.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billy
Arizona
Judge Questions Prisoner Before Sentence
In a courtroom exchange the judge asks if the prisoner has any last offering before sentencing. The prisoner replies he had ten dollars, but his lawyer took it.
Chance Discovery in Boarding House Leads to Departure
Harry moved out after two weeks at the boarding house. Sprat jokes he fled because the place lacked a bath tub. Briggs quips about family jars, and Griggs replies that such jars preserve temper in their ménage with Margaret.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack
Harry
Sprat
Briggs
Griggs
Margaret
Grandma’s Drive Plan Sparks Childs Curiosity
Dialogue shows a child asking to confirm a ride with Grandma before washing her face. Mummie considers the risk of doing unnecessary preparation, highlighting hesitation about the unknown outing.
Arm Extending From Machine Signifies Possible Movements
The Morning Sentinel notes an arm protruding from a machine can imply several actions including turning left or right, backing up, stopping, or signaling a mood or event such as a warning to a child or checking the door. The list presents multiple possible interpretations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orlando
Fla
Morning Sentinel
Dodo Era Quip About Daughters Sweeping Rooms
A bustling old Cincinnati Enquirer quip recalls a time when skirts swept the ground and a daughter tidies the room, capturing a nostalgic slice of daily life from a bygone era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati Enquirer
Thrifty Housewife Sparks Funny Exchange Over Ring
A humorous dialogue centers on a wife suggesting buying a diamond ring costs a thousand dollars while the husband frets about the price. She counters by noting savings on gloves, turning the moment into a light domestic quip.
Passing the Buck The Movie Star
A playful verse riff cites a movie star and a dialogue about meeting a double at the studio. It shifts to a riddleed urban image with a warning about worn brakes and a tombstone, ending with a noir wink. The piece blends stage life and fate with light humor and dark undertones.
Buyers focus on lowest down payment in car sales
A dealer notes buyers increasingly request only the minimal required upfront funds. They used to ask many questions about mechanics and power, but now the key concern is the absolute lowest down payment.
Typewriter Paper in 25c Packages
Notice states that typewriter paper is sold in 25 cent packages and that packages are not broken. No further details on origin or seller are provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sun
Westinghouse
Good Health Keeps a Man Young in Marshall
Marshall readers hear claims for Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a blood enricher tonic and stomach remedy. Testimonials from M. M. Elder of 404 Willow St praise the product. notices urge buyers to consult the Invalids' Hotel in Buffalo for advice and mention dealers and liquid tablets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshall
Texas
Dr. Pierce
M. M. Elder
Willow St
President Invalids
Buffalo, N. Y
South Taxes Show Strong Growth and Leadership
The Manufacturers' Record notes the South paid 638,284,000 in Federal taxes for the year ending June 30, led by North Carolina with 205,648,000 and Virginia second at 79,160,000. California, Oregon and Washington contributed 160,231,000. Texas 44,900,217. Florida 44,484,000, while Iowa paid 12,666,000. The South shows full compliance and momentum in tax payments and road-building funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manufacturers
Baltimore
South
United Sates Bureau of Internal Revenue
Commonwealths
Mason and Dixon Line
Bureau
North Carolina
Treasury
New England
California
Oregon
Washington
Ohio
Virginia
Wisconsin
Iowa
Bureau of Internal Revenue
Texas
Florida
Indiana
Smith-Hughes
New York
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Oil and Steel
Empire State
Four Denison Youths Injured in Vehicle Wreck near Gainesville
Four Denison youths suffered serious injuries and ten others were bruised when the mobile truck they rode overturned four miles from Gainesville after a high school football game won by Denison. Harold Hewitt 20 Mor ris Miller 17 and Graham Hickey 16 were treated in a sanitarium. the driver pulled from the wheel tracks by a car parked on a curve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gainesville
Denison
Harold Hewitt
Morris Miller
Graham Hickey
Embracing the Trade Territory of San Antonio
San Antonio Express highlights the largest revenues tied to embracing the trade territory centered on San Antonio including regional commerce and growth potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
San Antonio Express
Sunday Fair Held Legal in Ruling
Sherman reports the Red River Valley Fair exhibits may run without carnival attractions or paid admission on Sunday October 9 without violating the Sunday amusement law. The opinion was sent to County Judge R. M. Carter by Assistant Attorney General Galloway Calhoun. The San Diego Union commentary follows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherman
R. M. Carter
Galloway Calhoun
Citation by Publication in Grayson County Estate Case
The State of Texas commands the Grayson County Sheriff to publish this citation for at least twenty days in a Grayson County newspaper. It informs readers that J. D. Blankenship, administrator, has filed his final report in the County Court of Grayson County regarding the estate of Henry Massingale, deceased.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
Texas
Grayson County
Grayson
Henry Massingale
J. D. Blankenship
Cradle Song Quack Medicine Ad Claims World Famous Rejuvenator
A dramatic testimonial promotes a world famous Rejuvenator with a tale of a man waking late for school after one overnight dose. The vendor asserts the product’s efficacy through a vivid anecdote aimed at parents and caregivers.
Writ for Estate Report Hearing Set in Sherman
The writ directs all interested parties to appear at the Grayson County Court in Sherman on the first Monday in December 1927 to contest an estate report. The clerk, R Q Loving, issues the writ with attached publisher affidavit, dated October 8 1927, and signed by Deputy Lucile Schleuse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Sherman
A. D
R. Q. Loving
Grayson Co
Texas
1927
Grayson County
Lucile Schleuse
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