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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1946
Page
4
In a column reflecting on politics and society, the Whitewright Sun notes Grayson County's voter base, unemployment concerns, and a burst of gubernatorial chatter led by W. J. Minton. It argues for individualism over collectivism, citing liberty and prosperity as core benefits while warning against destructive movements.
Unemployment payments are being increased to as high as 25 dollars weekly for 23 to 26 weeks, potentially yielding 575 to 650 dollars. Observers note that after taxes and personal expenses, many workers can earn more by staying idle than taking low wage work, with union claims highlighting minimums of 65 to 75 cents an hour in textile mills.
Relatives recount Bella leaving her first husband who was gentle and tolerant, claiming he lacked strength to confront her, then marrying Tom who is stricter and more demanding. Aunt Minnie is blunt about truth, Dan laments lost fortune, and the piece hints at wary relatives and a nosy family.
The piece notes two opposing concepts in U S thinking, with orators in both camps sounding similar until specifics are discussed. It observes that most Americans stay out of the arguments, busy with personal affairs and not yet choosing sides.
A collection of cartoonish linguistic jokes lampoons political values and social norms. It includes joking definitions of Communist Finger Bowl Golddigger Pacifist Lead Automobile Conscience and Minuet with sharp wit and pointed misdirection.
A SMU fraternity collected 316.17 dollars for the March of Dimes through an Ugly Man contest, as reported in The Live Oak. The piece also quotes a poem about resilience and danger from the same publication.
Grover C Higgins, Bailey postmaster, announced a Civil Service exam for the Bailey Texas postmaster position with filing closing April 24. He noted the office’s adjustment to third class status, increasing salary to 1500 dollars yearly, and said applications are obtainable at the Bailey post office.
The article argues repeated infections weaken the heart muscle and disturb valve function, viewing these infections as the underlying cause of most heart disease and high blood pressure. It emphasizes infection-related damage as a key contributor to cardiac problems.
James Monroe is commanded to appear before the Grayson County District Court at Sherman Texas by 10 a.m. on the Monday after 42 days from issuance, May 20 1946. Plaintiff Annie Mae Montue files No 54462 alleging divorce on abandonment. issued April 3 1946 by Clerk S V Earnest with Deputy Nancy Drake.
The text notes that repeated infections can cause loss of elastic tissue in blood vessels. It argues that life could be extended if the individual avoids overworking the heart and blood vessels, overeating, and insufficient rest, though repeated infections remain a danger.
Churches CHURCH OF CHRIST hold Sunday School at 10 a m and Communion at 11 a m. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH with Rev E P Wootten, pastor, offers Sunday School 10 a m Morning Worship 11 a m Training Union and Class 6 10 p m Evening Worship 7 p m. Prayer hour Wednesday 7 p m Choir practice 7 30 p m. Rev E A Doty, pastor, Preaching 11 a m Evening service 8 p m. Everyone welcome. Rev Clifford Taylor, pastor with Sunday School at 11 a m and Sermon on 2nd and 4th Sundays.
Rudolph Russell pastor schedules Sunday services on April 14 with Sunday school at 10 a.m. and sermons at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Training Union occurs at 7:30 p.m. Rev Dan Vestal of Greenville will lead a one week revival starting the third Sunday in May at the church.
Hillsdale report says a dog drenched and barking led deputies to recover 2-year-old Barbara Jean Schabb from Banker's Lake after Sunday canoe trip by John Donald Schabb and his two daughters. Authorities continued search for Schabb and 5-year-old Ann as the family tragedy unfolded. A girl friend asked if he was on guard. a soldier replied no.
The petition filed October 19, 1945 in Grayson County District Court Texas requests divorce on grounds of cruel treatment. Plaintiff Johnnie Williams vs Clyde Williams. Clerk S V Earnest, Deputy Nancy Drake. May 20, 1946. Case No. 53980.
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