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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1952
Page
4
The Whitewright Sun lists subscription prices for Grayson and Fannin counties at 1 year for 1.50 and six months for 1.00. Outside these counties the yearly rate is 2.00 with six months at 1.25.
A Pilot Grove cemetery reports vandalism with flowers dug up on multiple lots. A lot owner urges The Sun to warn readers of the criminal nature and possible prosecution. She will notify Lee Simmons of the Grayson County rural cemetery improvement organization for county officer help.
London registrars report a record surge in marriages this month as prospective grooms wed before April 5 to gain a larger personal tax allowance. The shift follows a change that boosts the allowance for those married by the deadline, with Saturdays proving popular due to five day work weeks.
Public citations issued by Grayson County Court Texas announce final accounts of estates for James R Patterson and Laura E Patterson. Administratrix Hattie Browning Bruce to discharge duties with hearings set the first Monday after April 28 1952 at Sherman courthouse. Notices call for interested parties to appear with written answers and contest the accounts.
The question to resolve is if the net tax savings, capped at 160 dollars, can offset the higher cost of living that comes with marriage. The issue hinges on whether the savings suffice to cover the lifestyle increase.
The narrator recalls a rowdy past in the old hometown. They describe youths feigning interest in a ring to touch a girl’s hand, admit mischief, and reflect on responsibility and aging. Humorous quips about Aunt Sally Aunt Minnie and family dynamics flavor the reminiscence.
Church listings show multiple denominations including Church of Christ Assembly of God Methodist and coordinates for services Sunday school times preaching schedules and midweek prayers. Notable items include Women Society meetings and parish affiliations with North Texas Larger Parish and Trinity University event with Dr Carlton C Allen speak.
Milton Ray ford Ivey 27 a television dealer and technician in Mineral Wells was killed at Millsap when a wind blown antenna mast touched a 7200 volt power line. He was reportedly working on the installation and died instantly. The incident was witnessed by James L. Cooper pastor of the local church.
French scientist Louis Tamian of Genoble claims a process to neutralize sound waves and render them inaudible. Reports say French artillery experts tested extinguishing cannon roars at the source with the appliance. shots from heavy objects were only felt as ground tremor. Georgia is stated as the largest state east of the Mississippi, and Britain recognized U.S. independence by the Treaty of Paris in January 1783.
The Whitewright Home Demonstration Club met April 10 at Mrs. Fred Cook Sr. home with a president led business session. Roll call noted children apparel quality. Ethel H-D Club invited Mrs. Vestal for nylon and ribbon flower demo on April 15. Vestal displayed children’s garments and advised good child shoe types.
If you hold maturing bonds this month you keep earning interest. Continue regular saving with U. S. Defense Bonds via payroll or bank plans and consider Bond a Month options to grow your nest egg.
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