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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1926
Page
1
F. M. Echols, mayor, urges Whitewright residents to observe Fire Prevention Week from October 3 to 9. He warns that high fire losses raise insurance costs for all and argues 85 percent of fires are preventable, urging personal responsibility to cut future losses and protect the city.
In Washington on September 29 the pension bureau acknowledged slave marriages among Southern blacks. Cinthy E. Brown, widow of Mathew Brown, noted they wed before freedom and renewed in 1872 after war service. The bureau initially denied increased pension but later approved the rise from $30 to $50 monthly upon review of the earlier marriage.
Schuyler Marshall Jr. is officially named Democratic nominee for Dallas County Sheriff after the Fifth Court of Civil Appeals denies Allen Seale’s petitions for mandatory and prohibitory injunctions. Judge Jones notes no appeal jurisdiction in election cases, withJustices Vaughan and Looney concurring.
Waco story notes T. J. Andrews of Robinson McLennan County died after a grass burr pierced his knee six weeks earlier. He removed it with a pocket knife but developed infection and double pneumonia, leading to his death at home near Waco.
At least nine people die and thirty five are injured when the Scranton Flyer of the Jersey Central crashes into a Lehigh Valley train at a Bethlehem crossing near the new union station. The impact topples a steel coach where most victims ride. engineers note wooden cars might have caused more deaths.
Austin Texas September 27 The Senate ordered printed the clemency list from Gov T M Campbell to Sept 15 1926 showing James E Ferguson top in clemencies with 2440 and Miriam A Ferguson second with 2351 Also listed are W P Hobby T W Davidson Pat M Neff and others with various counts This item notes clemency records filed in the secretary of state department and presented by Senator Murphy.
Sherman reports two district fairs this week with the Bells fair on Thursday through Saturday and the Gordonville fair on Friday and Saturday. Both communities will send exhibits to the Red River Valley Fair, and county home demonstration agent Miss Reky Saunders will attend to assist club women's displays.
Members of the Presbyterian Church plan a Sunday morning program to mark the twenty fourth anniversary of Dr J F Fender as pastor. Emma Dee Randle will take part. Sunday marks the start of his twenty fifth year in Whitewright.
Dallas public health director Dr N W Andrews warned residents to treat colds promptly to curb an influenza pneumonia epidemic. He said the threat could reach 1918 levels but dismissed alarmism, noting no elaborate measures are needed and dangers arise if colds are not halted early.
Hardy Farmer family living 25 miles from Junction Texas wear Sunday best for radio service. They sit in the living room during the broadcast as part of their religious training for the young daughter.
In San Antonio on September 29 the three year old son of G E Denson of South San Antonio died after choking on a sweet potato during Sunday dinner.
Governor William G. Saenger of Rotary International district 48 addressed the Whitewright Rotary Club Saturday night instead of the usual Friday luncheon. He urged effort in all Rotary work focusing on boys programs and international peace, with a new plan adopted by the club. He met with directors and praised the club while sharing improvement suggestions. A chicken dinner with trimmings followed at the Baptist Church annex.
In Tioga Grayson County last week A Y Garner's registered Jersey cow birthed twin heifer calves and the same day William Van Zandt's registered Durham cow delivered twin bull calves. The newborn livestock are thriving.
Austin Texas Sept 29 Governor Ferguson surprised the special session by submitting the entire Texas Textbook Law for changes additions or elimination amid time concerns. State Superintendent Marrs and Rep John W Laird opposed immediate amendments preferring Fortieth Legislature review.
Sherman civic boosters led by C. C. Shell with the Sherman Municipal Band visited Whitewright to promote the Red River Valley Fair set to open in Sherman next week. Allie S. Noble spoke on fair plans and invited local residents to attend. The caravan then toured Trenton and Bonham, visiting Fannin County fairs.
G. O. Looney, a Whitewright furniture veteran, has accepted a position with the McKilahan Furniture Company. He arrives in Slaton highly recommended as a dependable citizen and businessman, and the community welcomes him.
The Dale bill to raise the gasoline tax from 1 to 3 cents a gallon won final passage in the Texas House by 102 to 15 after debate. If the Senate approves by a two thirds vote the tax becomes effective upon the governor's signature. without two thirds it takes 90 days. A companion motor registration reduction bill also passed. Gov. Ferguson signaled a school funding measure could follow to boost per capita allocations. Representative George Purl favored a 2 cent rate but voted for final passage.
Whitewright High School opened the football season with a 6 to 6 tie against Gunter High School. Leon Bennett scored Whitewright’s touchdown in the second quarter. Gunter dominated in size but Whitewright showed training and speed. Trenton comes to Whitewright next for a 4 PM kickoff.
Sherman report shows 828 bales ginned by Sept 16 this year versus 12 899 by the same date last year. Some fields are good in spots while others near failure. Picking has started county wide and demand for pickers has grown as bolls open rapidly.
It is estimated that more than 200 million dollars will be spent drilling wildcat wells in Texas this year. The campaign spans the state from northwestern counties to 300 miles south of the Oklahoma line. In 1925 Texas drilled 6,430 wells with an aggregate cost around 174 million dollars, of which about 2,162 wells were dry holes costing roughly 56 million dollars.
San Angelo reports Charles B. Metcalfe president of the Cotton States Protective League urges cotton producers to hold their crop to secure fair prices. He cites costs at 30 cents per pound and current prices half intrinsic value while bankers could suspend collections and finance buyers to hold for a rise. He notes support from Governor Tally, Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas officials, and bankers for backing a market move to higher prices, predicting substantial national profit if selling stops.
The House approved a resolution by 103 to 10 to investigate the $1 620 000 Hidalgo County flood control bond issue. The probe calls for a committee of five Representatives and three Senators to look into handling irregularities.
Zapata County court in Laredo known as the Kingdom of Zapata convened Monday with a grand jury. After a five hour session, one bill of indictment for cattle theft against two Mexicans was returned and the case sent to Laredo for trial. Court adjourned and officials returned home within twelve hours.
Col. H. H. Haines Republican candidate for governor will speak at the court house in Sherman at 8 p m next Monday and in Denison the following evening at 8 o clock. He is actively campaigning and has spoken in several cities since launching his bid.
The Parent-Teacher Association outlines the agenda for the grammar school meeting on Tuesday October 5. Invocation by Rev. W A Stuckey. Song by Third Grade Children. Educational Needs of Young Women presented by Miss Sue Stephens. Piano Solo by Miss Mary Johnson.
Chicago Sept. 29 The world Court suit filed by taxpayer and lawyer Mrs. Mary Belle Spencer to stop payments of the United States share of World Court expenses will be dismissed she says but she will be ready to file anew if danger returns She drafted a motion for dismissal noting the Geneva permanent court delegates conference declined to accept the Senate resolution of adherence
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