Down Memory Lane Highlights From Whitewright News
A column recalls J. H. Graves shipping calves to Oklahoma City. Voters rejected the extra ten cents school tax 51 to 36. A three year old boy was injured by a neighbor’s rifle but is expected to recover after treatment at Sherman hospital. A Junior-Senior Literary Society program featured several students. Pioneer Sam A. Wallace died at his son's home. F. M. Echols named District Deputy Grand Master of I O O F. A lost gray leather purse containing a teacher salary voucher was reported. The 1920 census notes Texas ranks high in homes and homeowners. Horace Lewis and Annabelle Johnson wed in Pilot Grove. B S Montgomery elected commissioner of Paris Presbytery. A lost riding spur was sought as a relic. Mrs. Howard Hedgpeth hosted the Bethel Self Help Club. Rain dominated local weather, with Saturday the only dry day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Graves
Oklahoma City
Davis Cowart
Sherman
Literary Society
Mr. German
Robert Gallaher
Sara Lee Holland
Eva Stillwell
Mary Belle Savage
Frances Wilson
Ruby Ross
Sallie Joe Gowdy
Edna Cox
Sam A. Wallace
Grover Wallace
F. M. Echols
I. O. O. F. Lodge
C. A. Wheeler
Whitewright
Lena Harrison
Pilot Grove
Texas
Union
Horace Lewis
John Lewis
Annabelle Johnson
B.S. Montgomery
Paris
Herbert Taylor
Jesse Bow
Frank Holland
C. B. Neely
Sarah
Pauline Binion
Stewart
D. M. Taylor
Veteran Benefits and insurer guidance for GI Bill and NSLI questions
The article presents Q and A guidance on GI Bill subsistence for multiple dependents, finding GI loan lenders, replacing service connected dental bridgework, and reestablishing NSLI after reenlistment. It notes eligibility limits, sources for loan information, replacement conditions for dental work, and options to regain NSLI within 120 days of separation. It ends with a historical reference to Appomattox in 1865.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Commerce
NSLI
Washington, D. C
Controlling Weeds Improves Fishing
Texas ponds and tanks on farms can produce more fish with proper weed control. Specialist R E Callender notes pond weeds provide habitat and food for fish and should not be fully eradicated. He recommends a fertilizing program to boost plankton and reduce moss growth, and sodium arsenite for heavy moss, applied April to June with grazing exclusion for two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Callender
Pond Weed Control Urges Caution and Local Advice
The article warns immediate washing of the skin after exposure to chemicals and notes rapid action of treatments. It describes the problem from decaying vegetation causing low oxygen, suggests rapid pond stirring with outboard motors, and recommends cutting or pulling emergent plants. It mentions research on chemicals like 2 4 D and animate sprays and urges pond owners to consult local county agents for guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Callender
Hoover Would Have Overcome Low Mood in Office
Former President Herbert Hoover argues in Collier's memoir excerpt that continued leadership would have quickly lifted the nation from its depression era mood. He favors freeing personal liberty and correcting marginal abuses over imposing a national economic plan. He also praises John L. Lewis as a potential labor secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Herbert Hoover
White House
Collier’s Magazine
Hoover
John L. Lewis
United Mine Workers
Spring Again in The South by Stella Murphree
A lyrical poem invites readers to notice spring's arrival as warm winds, awakening woodland life, new leaves, and redbud blossoms. The verse contrasts winter gray with fresh greenery and hints at nature's shy first stir as spring approaches.
Casket Ordered for Dying Relative Not Delivered
Joseph Preston of the Railway Express Agency said F. L. Roberts of Knoxville Tennessee ordered a casket sent to Detroit after being told a relative there was dying. On arrival the relative had recovered and refused delivery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Joseph Preston
Railway Express Agency
F. L. Roberts
Knoxville, Tenn
Notice to Creditors in Emma H. Joiner Estate
Independent executors Terrel Joiner Cartwright and Lon D. Cartwright announce letters testamentary were issued December 28 1951 by Grayson County Texas. Creditors must present claims within legally prescribed time. Addresses: c o Sun Oil Company Beaumont TX and P O Box 6141 Houston TX. Published The Whitewright Sun April 3 10 17 24 1952.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma H. Joiner
Grayson County
Texas
Terrel Joiner Cartwright
c/o
Sun Oil Company
Beaumont
Lon D. Cartwright
P. O
Houston
Whitewright Sun
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DR. Salsbury
Appomattox
Virginia
Robert E. Lee
Grant
L. LaRoe & Co
Harry / Miller
Gaines Dog Research Center
Island OF
Sark
Bobby Whitmeyer
Narberth
U.S
Banking House
the First National Bank of
Whitewright, Texas
Federal Reserve Bank
U. S. Securities
John Smith
James K. Polk
Stella Murphree
REDDY
RVICE
Bett
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