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Newspaper

Whitewright Sun

Location

Whitewright, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 04, 1924

Page

2

Many Young People Will Go to College

Whitewright residents show strong belief in education as many youths leave town for college each year. Several students listed will attend institutions this September including C I A Denton Baylor Belton Waco State University Austin TCU Fort Worth and Trinity University Waxahachie among others.

Whitewright Denton Mattie Doss Jena Lee Kirkpatrick Mabel Fae White Katherine Montgomery Elizabeth Groves Elizabeth May Marion Barbee Baylor College Belton Martha and Foy Bow Baylor University Waco Addison Vestal State University Austin Robert Maurice Holland Will D. Simmons Will Boone Jack Spindle Dallas Ben Sturdivant Fort Worth Harold Key Katherine Vaughn Powell Key Maxie Echols Minnie Willis Sue McConnell A. & M. College College Station Lloyd Wright Trinity University Waxahachie Gomer Alton May Bessie Joe Barbee Columbia University New York Margreta Fender Carr-Burdette College Sherman Aline Haile Gae Hollingsworth Lucile Neathery Metropolitan Business College Joe Weldon Carr Baylor Medical College Aubrey Hampton Columbia Institute Columbia Tennessee Margaret McMurry

Governor Neff Asked to Speak for Davis

Austin report says Governor Pat M. Neff of Texas has been invited to speak for the Democratic nominees in the East. J. W. McClintock of the DNC asks when Neff could be away and which dates suit him, and which states he would stump. Neff has not replied while office matters are adjusted.

Austin Texas Pat M. Neff J. W. McClintock Democratic National Committee McClintock

World’s Strongest Boy and Girl Tie The Knot

London report of 19-year-old Saxon Brown touted as the world’s strongest boy and 16-year-old Dorothy Dawes claimed as Britain’s strongest girl marrying after a circus meeting. They honeymoon by performing together at a fair. The Knoxville Journal quips about prohibition.

London Saxon Brown Brown Dorothy Dawes Great Britain

Local shoppers weigh value over brand in tough budget period

Consumers say they allocate funds to maximize utility buying durable goods and services, while cutting back on nonessential items. Retailers report cautious spending and emphasis on value across merchandise categories.

Hayes Healing Honey and Grove Open-Trate Salve Package

Combined cough remedy Hayes Healing Honey with Grove Open-Trate Salve for chest and throat is sold in one carton for 35 cents. The salve is rubbed on the chest and throat to treat colds and croup in children, while the honey targets throat irritation to stop coughing.

Hayes Grove Hayes Healing

Barbecue Reward Honors Scott Farm Tenants at Denison

Denison Texas September 1 John Scott businessman and farmer rewarded tenants on his four farms near Denison for best farming showings with a free barbecue. First prize went to C H Miller and D Young of the farm four miles northwest of Denison. Several tenants received $5 gold coins for merit.

Denison Texas John Scott Scott Oklahoma W. T. Anderson J. G. Johnston B. M. Weaver Jim Smith Smith Mr. Scott Fort Worth J. R. Westbrook N. H. L. Decker

Almanac urges advanced farming with pure stock and seed

The article extols planting only high-class seed and raising pure-bred livestock, urging farmers to adopt superior breeds and methods for improved yields and livestock quality.

Oklahoma pastor found in garage with throat cut

Durant Oklahoma Sept 1 The Rev J G Miller 72 pastor of a large church was found in his garage with his throat cut a few minutes before morning services yesterday. A bloody pocket knife lay beside him Miller had moved here two years ago from Abilee Texas and led the completion of a $150000 church.

Durant Okla J. G. Miller Mr. Miller Abilee Texas

Editorial Sparks and Snippets Across Papers

A collage of brief editorial quips and observations from major papers. Topics include Wheat and bread prices, Prohibition credibility, flappers and parenting, cleaning waves of indignation, need for effective southpaws, political endorsements, glove sizes, and a scientist's note on rejuvenation.

Prisoner profits from stock trading sparks commentary

A life prisoner in a Massachusetts penitentiary made a fortune on the stock exchange, prompting editorials arguing against speculation unless insiders benefit and suggesting preemptive concessions to Germany as a cheaper approach than later loans.

Massachusetts Stock Exchange New York American

Campaign donors urged to back La Follette drive

Citizens wary of La Follette politics may still donate a dollar to fund his campaign against apathy, the Washington Stam notes. The call emphasizes small contributions from numerous supporters to sustain momentum.

la Follette Washington Stam

Leper from Blue Ridge State prison sent to Mexico

Huntsville Sept. 1 Jose Tiejo a Mexican convict at the Blue Ridge State farm was found to have lep rosy by the prison physician. The report was sent to federal authorities at Galveston who took charge of the man. Tiejo was transferred to Mexico per the authorities decision.

Huntsville Jose Tiejo Blue Ridge State Farm Galveston Tiejo

Prisoner Deported From El Paso On Special Car

A robbery convict serving five years was sent from El Paso to Mexico in a special car with an attendant and an officer. He had already spent about 18 months in the penitentiary. The item line notes 75 sheets of typewriter paper for 25 cents and an ad suggesting the Sun Want Ad will sell it.

Mexico el Paso

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