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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1924
Page
4
A local notice echoes ads and editorial cautions from The Sun about advertising rates for events and obituaries while stressing fire prevention. It cites a Farmersville Times warning on fast driving and notes a fatal auto crash on a city street, warning residents of costs from fire losses and uninsured rebuilds.
The cattle exhibit at the Texas State Fair in Dallas is called off due to foot and mouth disease detected in nearby herds and a broad Federal quarantine. Other departments proceed as planned with the exposition continuing.
Denison’s new seven story fireproof Hotel Simpson has opened to guests. The Denison Herald celebrated with a special edition on completion, naming Mrs. W. B. Simpson as the honoree and noting Arthur C. Simpson as hotel company president. Elvie Hampton, a Whitewright native, is advertising manager of the Sherman Democrat.
October 5 to 11 designated Fire Prevention Week with proclamations from the President governors and mayors urging a national focus on preventing fires. The nation sees about fifteen thousand fire deaths and seventeen thousand injuries annually with property losses exceeding eight billion dollars in 45 years from 1879 to 1923. 1928 losses are noted.
The document notes that expenditures exceed 508 million dollars and that 75 percent of fires stem from preventable causes, underscoring the impact of preventive measures.
A compilation of pithy quotes and faintly political quips from various papers. It surveys jokes on laziness endurance sugar tariffs honesty and speed, alongside a note about California’s Mt Shasta mud river and political campaigns.
A Parisian writer suggests fashions will place the waist at the waist this season. The remark appears in a Punch commentary on forthcoming styles, reflecting the era's fashion debates. The snippet contrasts with labor critiques noting demands for shorter work weeks and better living standards in historical trade press.
The Philadelphia North American accuses Senator Wheeler of linking federal corruption to the White House, while suggesting he cannot reach the end of the trail. The piece frames the allegation as a political attack and questions its durability.
The passage suggests Red River Valley Fair leaders President Lee Simmons and Secretary L L Etchison may soon seek rest after periods of long, strenuous days and nights. It frames their potential relaxation as a reward for hard work and success.
A student recounts studies with Joe Carleton in Bonham and with Miss Nicholas, Hans Rischard at Kidd-Key College in Sherman, and Heniot Levy at the American Conservatory in Chicago. They mention future diploma plans, a Kidd-Key voice certificate, and training with Fannie Bloomfield Zeisler, Karleton Hackett, and others, outlining a new Dunning System for teaching children 5 to 13.
Notice to music patrons explains a price increase justified by the teacher’s efforts to improve instruction. The author cites Whitewright’s culture, college placement, and prior lower rates compared with other towns, noting advanced training and diplomas in piano and voice.
A local provider explains pricing for music instruction, noting Mrs. Dunning favors $8.00 or higher while offering $7.00 in their town. The speaker seeks to attract students by delivering value comparable to $10.00 lessons in larger places and clarifies no ill will toward other teachers.
A carload of New Mexico apples has arrived and is stored in the building formerly occupied by Walter Hes tand, now leased by R. L. Holcomb.
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