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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1934
Page
2
Texas's 1933 income reached over 2 billion dollars with raw materials contributing 1.142 billion. Distribution showed farming and livestock at 564 million, manufacturing 460 million, petroleum 200 million, natural gas 95 million, and other sectors such as poultry fruits mines and more making up the rest.
Memphis SW College freshman calls a filibuster a noisy congressman. Prof Atkinson joked about giving full marks. Other exam items claim Bill Terry is the iron man of bicycle races and Hitler is viceroy of India. Huey Long linked to the lame duck amendment. the brain trust seen as physicians and surgeons.
Washington officials draft a tentative 1935 plan after a forecast of 9,443,000 bales. The plan likely retains rental payments for acres removed from production, with possible adjustments to acreage limits and continued Bankhead cotton bill administration amid western and southern farm voting.
College Station G W Barnes assistant state drought relief director reported that 620 250 sheep were purchased by the Government in Texas. Of the total 457 210 were condemned and no further listings of sheep for sale are being taken.
The Relief Administration plans a program to aid unemployed youths seeking work, recreation, and training. Proposals target graduates and nonstudents aged about 18 to 25, addressing a serious national issue. Aubrey Williams of FERA stressed the urgency as plans await submission to President Roosevelt.
Between 12 000 and 15 000 applications were received for the 350 federal homesteads in Texas. Architect Hugo F. Kuehne said the demand shows a strong live off the soil feeling. Completion is slated for about December 1. Selection for 80 Houston homesteads is under way, with sites at Houston Wichita Falls Arlington Three Rivers and Beaumont.
A late night exchange between a drink seller and McDougal ends with a quip. The druggist angrily asks for bicarbonate of soda at 2 am, while McDougal concedes and thanks him, noting a glass of hot water would suffice. The banter closes with good night.
The American Boy reduces price to one dollar a year with a three year rate down from 3.50. Editor Griffith Ogden Ellis says the cut lowers costs and keeps quality fiction, articles, and departments. New stories feature Douglas Renfrew and Bonehead Jim Tierney with staff writers interviewing coaches and explorers. Subscribers urged to send name, address, and payment to Detroit.
Secretary Frances Perkins tells the Commonwealth Club that unemployment insurance is a valid production cost and a key part of a broader security program. She notes the economic security committee will report to the President in December and cautions reforms cannot be immediate, though unemployment insurance remains crucial for personal economic security.
A farmers vote in Klondyke 15 miles southwest of here shows 28 to 2 in favor of continuing the Bankhead Act for another year. This marks the first such farmer referendum in the county’s productive area this year.
A humorous exchange reveals a wife pampering her husband with a chair by the fire and slippers ready as Cynie shifts conversation to the topic of a new hat. The light dialogue hints at domesticifen sensations in a playful mood.
Vicks Va-tro-nol branded as a unique nasal and throat remedy helps prevent many colds when used at the first sneeze. Clinically tested and widely used by adults and children, the formula penetrates nasal passages to relieve congestion and reduce cold symptoms. It is sold in 30c and 50c sizes alongside Vicks VapoRub as part of the Vicks Plan for Better Control of Colds.
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