Funeral services held for brother of Mrs J E Persons
Lt Col Charles Dan Gray U S Air Force died in Los Angeles California on August 20 at age forty six He was stationed at SAC headquarters near Omaha Nebraska and born in Waskom Texas Memorial services were held at Offutt AFB August 22 and his funeral at First Presbyterian Church Waskom with burial there He is survived by his wife two sons Charles Dan and Prater Gray a daughter Paula Gray his mother Mrs C D Gray a brother W P Gray and a sister Mrs Mary Alice Gowan of Waskom Texas
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Charles Dan Gray
U. S. Air Force
Los Angeles
Calif
Gray
J. B. Persons
Grand Saline
Sac Head
Omaha
Nebraska
Waskom
Texas
Offut Air Force Base
First Presbyterian Church
Persons
Charles Dan
Prater Gray
Paula Gray
Bellevue
C. D. Gray
W. P. Gray
Mary Alice Gowan
Was. Kom
Card of Thanks from Mr and Mrs W L Lewis
We thank all who helped during our recent illness. We are grateful for the doctors and nurses care, the prayers and assistance from friends. We wish God's richest blessing for all. Mr and Mrs W L Lewis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Lewis
Family notes appreciation for support after loss
The Family of Mrs. Olivia Fasley Jordan thanks all for kindness shown during their sorrow. They express gratitude to hospital staff and doctors for their tireless efforts and to those who sent flowers cards and food.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Olivia Fasley Jordan
Colfax Social News Highlights Local Visits
Colfax residents report visits from Dallas couple Mr. and Mrs. Larry Reynolds and daughters. Billy Clark of Van and Martyn Rush of Van stayed with local families. Media Ritchie of Sand Flat joined the Furrh family for a weekend. Several residents attended the Canton fair.
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Larry Reynolds
Dallas
B. B. Reynolds
Billy Clark
Van
the Reynolds
Martyn Rush
Houston Rush
Media Ritchie
Sand Flat
Joe Furrh
Canton
Eldred Keah
Garland
Cleo McPhail
Robbie
Local residents share visits and trips around Dallas and Texas
Local families and friends travel to Dallas Tyler Waco and Houston visiting relatives and sightseeing. Many grandchildren and nieces visit grandparents in Grand Saline and nearby towns. Trips include the Alamo LBJ Ranch Capitol Zoo and Johnson City sightseeing with extended family gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Mac McPherson
Kathy
Houston
Maud Rusk
John McMullin
Tyler
Cam McNeil
Shirley
Caddo Mills
Jerry Don Burges
Dallas
Donald Burges
J. M. Oliver
Ed Stratton
Jimmy
Betty
Jeter Nemno
Girls
M. 0. Robinson
Sharon
Robert Marshall
Terri Nell
Robin Davidson
Leroy Smith
Pat
Nita
Carrollton
Carl Clements
J. M. Moodys
Barbara Ramsey
Lizzie Mae Baker
Homer West
West
Ben Wheeler
Perry Davis
Robert Carter
Richardson
Letters To The Sun Limit For Submissions
Readers are advised letters to the Sun should not exceed 300 words and be legibly written. All communications may be edited to fit space and may delete potentially libelous content. Letters must be signed and include the author’s address.
Alibi for Johnson Suggested by Texas Reader
Letter from George Wehrs of Van, Texas argues that Ralph Yarborough may share an alibi with President Johnson over Civil Rights Bill support. He urges voters to back or oppose both candidates based on their views of the bill, celebrating personal choice in democracy.
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E. B. Germany
Johnson
Ralph Yarborough
Germany
Yarborough
George Wehrs
Rt. 1
Van
Texas
Lawmakers Commission 1858 Pacific Railroad Route Study
In March 1858 Congress ordered an exploration at public expense to locate the best route for a railroad to the Pacific Ocean. The directive established government funded surveys to determine feasible paths and spur development of transcontinental rail infrastructure.
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Congress
Pacific Ocean
Texas Rose Festival Brims With Souvenir Crafts In Tyler
Souvenir seekers will find a field of novelty roses at Tyler's October festival. Workreation students weave jelly, cookies, and decor from rose petals and craft hats from recycled items. Proceeds fund summer work program activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Tyler
Garden Center
Georgene Nolte
Workreation, Inc
Susan Howes
Culpepper Program Held by Culpepper Circle at Church
The Culpepper Circle of Main Street Baptist Church met Tuesday August 25 with 13 members present. Mrs Willis Crocker chaired the session. Mrs Walter Lucas led the Royal Service study with several members participating. The meeting ended with prayer.
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Culpepper
Main Street Baptist Church
Willis Crocker
Walter Lucas
Crocker
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Waco
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Mesquite
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Herbert Clower
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Oregon
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J. D. McCullough
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Edwin Moore
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Cindy Leftwich
Jannelle Patterson
Sherman
Howard M. Luccas
Phil
Levelland
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Aaron Crawford
Randy Lee Duke
Wink Cox
Garland Bowles
Mineola
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Danny
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Jody
Loden
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Grady
President Johnson
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Yours Truly
Grand Saline Funeral Home
CY Youngblood
John M. Cathey, JR
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