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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1919
Page
6
A Sun office note frames a “Enclosed Find Check” phrase as potentially awkward. The item hints at common language in notices and reflects on money, marriage, and the idea of progressive improvements like a stove pipe.
Local note highlights an $80,000 high school project for Farmersville in Collin county with plans by Dallas architects and soon to call for bids. The column mixes weather jokes, price declines, and humorous observations on daily life and gardening advice from the U S Department of Agriculture.
Three local guns have been fired up this week and expect a rush of the fleecy staple. As soon as the ginners read this issue of the Sun they proceed with plans and preparations.
The report notes 121 walkouts in the United States over recent weeks with broad labor participation and about twenty five settlements. Local readers are urged to connect homes to the sanitary sewer system, praising the service as worthwhile and noting no charge to plumbing contractors.
The Gentry Brothers dog and pony circus scheduled a Whitewright appearance on Monday November 3 but rail traffic limits reduced it to a single trip with Van Alstyne on that date. A bridge north of town on the Katy line was washed out by high water delaying trains and roads suffered flood damage. Farmers report fields underwater east of town. school terms adjusted for transferred pupils with three and a half months free schooling in winter. The Woman's Missionary Society meets at 3 30 p.m. with Mrs H C Willis and all members urged to attend.
Lucian and Ed LaRoe were joined by their Greenville-born parents visiting during the week, indicating family travel and reunion near the local community hub.
The City Council ordered improved street lighting and the electric company will boost illumination. The Sherman branch will resume double daily motor service via a new schedule, aiding travel to the county seat. R. A. Chapman aided in securing the service amid Texas road funding debates and alignment needs for state highways and federal aid.
The City Council shifts city hall control to the May building and moves elections to the lodge hall at the city fire station ground floor. The change favors older voters by avoiding stairs and aims to save $2000 yearly over ten years. Residents say they are ready to receive long awaited road projects.
The state highway department seeks 16666 dollars and the federal government 20000 dollars to fund road construction. Officials insist on meeting substantial road improvement requirements to receive the funds and complete the project.
A short critical note describes men who despise or cannot love the Stars and Stripes, labeling them as queer and of curious type. The passage frames such attitudes as scandalous or nonconformist within a patriotic context.
A club member confirms continued membership in the Dont Worry Club while admitting dread over overdue dues, hinting at financial strain among longtime organizers.
An exchange between an interviewer and Senator Sorghum questions if material is publication ready. The interviewer asks and the senator replies it is impossible to know until it appears in print.
In a lighthearted exchange, Mrs Newlywed tells her spouse not to interrupt while she speaks, and he retorts with a playful counterpoint about interruptions during her silence. The banter showcases domestic humor in a classic newspaper style.
A reflective editorial urges readers to seek virtue in all people. It champions patience and effort to recognize positive qualities in both men and women across society.
Craig's Cafe features fresh oysters with known serving method highlighted. Sun want ad suggests tried and true dining option with appealing seafood.
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