Whitewright One Act Winners Lead Interscholastic Meet
Barbara Williams reports Whitewright wins first in the Interscholastic League contest at Princeton with Three's a Crowd. Ana Mary Doty and cast members from Whitewright will compete in Conference B on April 24, while individual honors go to Hubert Long and Dean Alexander. The piece notes teachers and supporters from Whitewright and mentions other school entries and a livestock sale schedule for April 30, including judging timelines and entry deadlines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitewright
Princeton
Ana Mary Doty
Lou Rae Holcomb
Dean Alexander
Don Reynolds
Byron Neathery
Howe High School
Community
Nevada
Hubert Long
Howe
Joe King
Ann Mary Doty
Dorothy McReynolds
B. R. Caraway
David H. Brown
Grayson County Court of Law
Rodeo
Sherman and
Denison Jaycees
Girls Basketball Team Thanks Palace Theatre Donor
The team and sponsor Mr. H. M. Gentry thank Mr. George Hight of the Palace Theatre for donated popcorn sold at the speech department and Choral Club program. Proceeds support awards for girls who lettered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Gentry
George Hight
Palace Theatre
Future Homemakers Initiation Held for Freshmen
The Future Homemakers of America held a formal initiation for freshmen Tuesday at 2 30 PM. Eight guides led the ceremony with the emblem on display, a large white candle symbolizing the 1947 48 year, and members recited the eight purposes.
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Future Homemakers of America
F. H. A. Song
Homemakers of America
F.H. A
M. F
F F A Chapter to Enter Calves in Exposition
The F F A chapter will enter two calves in the Red River Valley Livestock Exposition opening April 26 at Old Settlers Park Sherman. Frank Bennett says the event showcases future agricultural leaders and livestock displays.
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Old Settlers Park
Sherman
Frank Bennett
Seniors Nominated for Whos Who in Texas 1948
The editors of Who's Who Among Texas seniors nominate Charles Caldwell J O Huseman Irene Bagwell Lou Rae Holcomb Junie Hood and Margaret Greer to appear in the 1948 edition highlighting outstanding seniors in academics athletics and activities.
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Texas
Charles Caldwell
J. O. Huseman
Irene Bagwell
Lou Rae Holcomb
Junie Hood
Margaret Greer
M. G
Tigers Drop Practice Game At Bryant Field
The high school nine lost 4 to 2 in a Wednesday practice game. A home run came from Coach S. T. Montgomery. Standout performers included D. W. McKinney and Don Reynolds. Positions: George Neal catcher Don Reynolds pitcher Bill King first base Kelly Pierson second base D. W. McKinney third base R. C. Thrasher shortstop Dwayne Hayes left field Victor Burchfield center field Ralph Judd right field.
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Whitewright
Tom Bean
Don Reynolds
Tigers
Terry Miller
Reynolds
Tomcats
Cole
Baseball
Bryant Field
S. T. Montgomery
D. W. McKinney
George Neal
Bill King
Kelly Pierson
R. C. Thrasher
Dwayne Hayes
Victor Burchfield
Ralph Judd
Farm management project guides balanced agricultural planning
Vocational agriculture scholars study farm management this six weeks. Mr Barker and Mr Berryhill assign each boy a problem to solve on an imaginary, balanced farm with multiple crops and potential projects to evaluate for value.
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Barker
Berryhill
Whitewright High School Starts Baseball Drills Under Coach Montgomery
The Whitewright High School baseball team began workouts this week under Coach S. T. Montgomery at the American Legion Park. Players, new to the sport, practice throwing, fielding, and fly balls after a warm up, with the team later engaging in drills and games to learn outs and teamwork.
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Whitewright High School
S. T. Montgomery
American Legion Park
K. P
Sophomore Girls Chorus Bus Trip Routine at School
Daily during fifth period the sophomore girls board a bus to choral practice. They sing and laugh on the ride, with drivers Mr. Caraway or Mr. Gentry quieting them as needed. In the music room under Mrs. Kilgree they sing classical spiritual and two part pieces, with Fridays featuring popular songs. Wednesdays include note and line reviews before a one hour session ends with some returning to high school or going home.
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Choral
M. T
Homemaking II class completes dresses
The girls finish six weeks of work on dresses with colors and patterns. Prilla Hinton attaches a tie collar to her pink dress while Mary Thornhill frets at a needed rip. Jane Meador and Louise Selman work green and tan sun dresses, Janet Neal adds bias binding, Betty Blackerby trims a red and white gingham eyelet dress, and plans turn to a child’s garment.
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Prilla Hinton
Mary Thornhill
Jane Meador
Louise Selman
Janice Neal
Betty Blackerby
Farm Project: 190 Acre Farm With Mixed Crops and Livestock
An agriculture class studies a hypothetical 190 acre farm with 56 acres pasture and 130 in cultivation. The operation includes a tractor and equipment plus 10 dairy cows 15 beef cattle 15 sheep one sow and 100 hens. Students model potential profits over six weeks and take a test at the end.
Fashion on a Interview Day What to Wear
A playful guide asks if readers are the go-getter type and outlines outfit options for a Saturday interview. It weighs choices among black faille suits, plaid skirts with jackets, or Sunday dresses, with shoe styles from pumps to flats and hair and bag accessories to match the look.
Matching high necked wool jersey blouse completes ensemble
For the outfit, pair a matching high necked wool jersey blouse with the new glen plaid skirt and matching jacket. Accessories include high-heeled pumps, a neatly combed hairstyle with a permed crown hat, and a small envelope bag to coordinate with the shoes.
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M.L.G
Nylon Flag Replaces Bunting Over Capitol
A new nylon flag flies over the Capitol replacing bunting. Architect David Lynn notes the nylon banner lasts longer. Cap itol bunting cost 12 to 14 yearly. nylon flag measures 8 by 12 feet and costs 11.14 dollars, same as a hunting flag.
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Washington
Capitol
David Lynn
Woman’s Refusal to Tell Weight Sparks Lighthearted Guess
A humorous quip suggests a woman who refuses to reveal her weight likely weighs a hundred and plenty, playing on social awkwardness with playful understatement.
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Future Farmers of America
Grayson County
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Glen Earnheart
Whitewright, Texas
Dee G, Patterson
A. Y. Creager Company
M. & P. Bank
Sherman, Texas
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Thority
Southwest's Fine Apparel Stores
Lone Star Gas Company
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