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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1971
Page
2
A columnist notes clocks striking six and 12 35 am as witnesses discuss timing. A subscription tale reveals reading and hearing difficulties. Mrs Lackey shares Old Time Pictures and her son Jack in a riding outfit. The writer heads to Arkansas to visit grandmother Nora Carter and wishes showers and gentler winds in April.
Obituary notices for L. W. Beall 70 of 2121 E Chaffin and John M Miller 82 of Blue Ridge Baptist Church are reported with service details. Beall was a retired carpenter, lifelong resident, and survived by his wife, children, siblings, and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Miller's service was at Blue Ridge Baptist Church with burial in Blue Ridge Cemetery. survivors listed include daughter Alline Nevil and sons John and Doc Miller, plus siblings. Local visits and social news mention guests from Arlington, Pottsboro, Denison, Sherman, and other area towns between Thursday and Monday.
Mrs. Lillie Perkins hosted the Whitewright Home Demonstration Club meeting at her home with 12 members and a guest. President Ed Barkley led a business session. Tom Brown led the pledge. plans were made for a May 1 bazaar and May 8 bake sale. Sunshine Club luncheon set for May 27 at Firemen's Hall. April 29 federation meeting noted. Winnie Hamilton won the door prize. next meeting at Mrs. W L Hatfield's home with county agent Vivian Blair present.
A 1971 Texoma Livestock Exposition outline lists general superintendents, judges, and committees for beef cattle, sheep, dairy cattle, swine, and horse shows. It covers open play days, admission, parking, concessions, and schedule milestones from the Grayson County exhibition with noted leaders and participating organizations.
A citizen encourages engagement with council members to learn about the city's workings and asks for questions at any time. The note emphasizes willingness to provide answers and support to those seeking information or guidance.
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