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Newspaper
Carrollton Chronicle
Location
Carrollton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1947
Page
1
A Time article cites Australian Berald and diplomat statements branding Russia as the world’s evil source. It claims threats of war and a push for atom bomb development to deter Bolshevik influence, with warnings that without a powerful fleet, nuclear attack could be launched soon. The piece notes tensions shaping U S and Russian relations amid global unrest.
State Health Officer Dr Geo W Cox urges Texans to curb traffic deaths and crippling injuries by responsible driving. He stresses proper lights tires brakes signals caution at intersections and courteous driving to safeguard lives on highways. He calls for a live-and-let-live policy when sharing roads.
A school round robin tournament features teams playing each other twice with one game per day. The first game Monday was won by the Junior Class. Entering players include freshmen Pat Roach captain, Robert Marriasa, Alvin Modes, Thocka Taylor, Tuck Lewis, Jor Chambers, Joshua Mathews. sophomores Jon Martin, George Betley, Dan We Pate, Bobby Wry, Larry Jinn ey, Kade Kurry, Carol Nance. juniors Ala Bishop, John Lowery, Bob Reed, Milburn Graviey Rabbit Garner Bugs Denman Tul man Beales. seniors Badle Rosale captain, Harold Mullon, Gerald Tinsley, Billy Cooper, Nick Richarton, Floyd Thompkins, Charles Bill.
A fragmented early discussion argues against universal health insurance funded by taxpayers. The author urges limited federal role, favoring state administration and private responsibility, warning against new bureaus and mandatory coverage for the indigent while emphasizing efficiency and local control.
An eye catching miners poll in the Mindie Mist region shows 45 percent favoring secret ballots for union votes and 60 percent opposing government domination of settlements. The majority question continued one man rule while supporting arbitration and new protections for both workers and the public.
New pupils enrolled Monday for the new school year at Carrollton achosis as high school students Joan Caan from Filly event Jackie Purtain from Meriquite Freddie Garth from Grant Prarie and Oma Lee Jennings from Lewisville join the eight grade. Seventh graders Morris Partain from Monquiley Paul Nalgon from Plano and Bobby Dale Pikeridge from Molorado Arkansas also listed among new entrants.
The Linden council meets January 97 to nominate candidates for school honors. Most handsome boy nominees are Budale Carrey and Alan Bishop, most desirable girl Eva Gravley and Fay Ellen Riney, best all round boy Eddie Rawndale and Alan Bishop, and men’s all round winner Flugel Billen. The announcements will be made at the annual week in the high school. The 1940-47 Lions Roar yearbook will feature these portraits, with editor Heyn Gravie and sponsor Miss Janie Blasi.
A freight collision occurred just north of Carrollton when a Dallas bound train struck the right rear wheel of a truck. The two young married couples escaped unharmed. the driver was L C Alfred 23 and his wife, with Mr and Mrs Bartle Johnson of Lewinville. The driver did not see the train.
An editorial argues that real price reductions will come only through manufacturing savings and higher production as wage cuts are unlikely. It notes wartime competition faded under OPA controls, but as supply loosens and retailers push for quality goods, competition should return, benefiting consumers with steadier, lower prices and reliable merchandise.
A London dispatch claims the Weltish Government pressed the State Department over US based advertisements soliciting funds for terrorist groups in Palestine. The British Government reportedly contends money raised in the US supports underground attacks, and details of any summer complaint or officials informed remain unclear.
A husband, part of a rescue plane crew, survived twenty four days on a stormy Philippines island after a crash near Mount Mayon. Lt Donahue, Lt Lamb, and Sgt Andrews endured exposure and injuries, with Andrews losing forty eight pounds and suffering multiple wounds during their jungle trek for help. Mrs Andrews and child Ronnie await reunion in Carrollton as plans to join him unfold.
The Times Fleraid reports a traffic commission plan for a 1047 educational program to curb alcohol related crashes. Dr. George A. Achenewerk criticizes heavy drinking drivers while Alvin Ownley proposes confiscating chronic offenders. Public notices include brochures, radio campaigns, and road signs to deter teen drivers and enforce licenses.
Five basketball games were held Monday night January 27 in Carrollton featuring two local teams. Union Baptist church team led by Leo Anderson and Joe Webb faced American Legion led by James Shater with North Temple Baptist also competing. North Temple Baptist beat Union Baptist in the opening encounter and won the second game against Gaylord box team. The American Legion defeated North Temple in the third, while American Legion edged First Baptist Church of Farmosa Branch in the fourth, and Partners Branch topped Union Maptatehikrat in the final matchup.
El Bedair celebrated his tenth birthday with a party at home on a Bettday afternoon from 2 to 1 20. L. Bedair received many nice gifts. Refreshments were served to children Charlotte Jones Bon Baldein Richard Davis de Wo Perry Bart Perry Billy Myers Jay Bavell Tommy Yarbrough Fabby Prontlin and Ronnie Weber.
An overview of how public schools are funded in Texas districts details allocations from local, state, and federal sources for operations and equalization aid. It notes per child apportionments, per capita funding, and the impact of tax rates on local maintenance and bonds, with figures on enrollment and staffing.
With the new semester the high school library box inaugurated a new avatar and re catalogued all tiles. The library now reflects drought data and the subjects studied by students. The county supplied ten new books and a hundred new hooks were purchased for the school.
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