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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1966
Page
1
In a humorous domestic exchange a husband and wife discuss a couple described as a perfect pair. The misstress accuses the cleaning woman of theft and the woman retorts about her English parentage and Scotch extraction in a quip laden domestic scene.
A girl at a hen party quips that her husband is not stingy but economical in a very obnoxious way, reflecting playful social banter about marriage finances. The line preserves a conversational tone and hints at domestic humor.
A judge, recalling a witness, warns that the man may be committed for perjury after the witness either contradicts his earlier testimony about his family or a sister's claim of two siblings. The exchange prompts questions about truthfulness in court.
A humorous exchange asks if a cat's following someone is bad luck. Bob counters that luck depends on being a man or a mouse, implying a playful distinction without serious consequence. The joke hinges on a classic cat and mouse dynamic.
A wife of a television announcer guiding her son to sleep ends with a humorous misquote as the boy prays for “this day our slow baked oven fresh vitamin enriched bread,” blending household life with broadcast diction.
A rabbit overhears friends discussing life then asks his mother where babies come from. She hides a lettuce leaf and tells him a magician pulled him from a hat, then dismisses further questions with a playful brush off.
A social-climbing manufacturer and his wife struggle with their new status after moving into a twenty five room mansion. After the first dinner, the husband asks to have coffee in the library but the wife quips the library closes at six.
The Raleigh Biblical Recorder cites a veteran observer who chuckles at teen dancers in a twist and quips that the spectacle will bring rain, implying weather folklore and local humor from a bygone era.
Orono Maine University of Maine researcher Ivan N McDaniel to head a new study targeting black flies that breed near fast flowing streams and rapids. The insect disrupts trout fishing and will be subjected to scientific control efforts.
Miss Eva Adams director of the mint reports a steady stream of complaints about the new copper silver quarters in Providence R I The mint will keep the coins despite criticism and insist they are here to stay.
Weekend rainfall of six to eight inches soaked the Whitewright region. Lowlands flooded and creeks ran over banks across a wide area. Boisdere Creek overflowed the Oak Hill Cemetery road on Saturday.
Funeral services were held for Charles A. Giles known as Speedy in Earnheart chapel. The 76 year old died of a heart attack in his car at home. Justice of the Peace ruled natural causes. Giles, World War I veteran, was born March 12 1890 in Brandon and survived by four sisters and several nieces and nephews.
William T. Dawson aged 52 died Sunday and funeral services were held Tuesday in Grapevine. Burial is at Oak Hill Cemetery. Born February 14 1912 at Bells he was the son of C M and Mrs Dawson and brother of the late C P Dawson of Whitewright. Survived by his wife one sister two nieces and a nephew.
Carl C Odle longtime Tom Bean mayor died Monday from a heart attack Funeral services were in Sherman with burial at West Hill Cemetery He was born June 10 1909 in Sherman son of Cora Freeman Odle and the late George L Odle He married Neva Scott April 26 1929 He was Whitewright High School class of 1928 Survivors include his wife a daughter Carolyn Estes and a granddaughter both of Plano three sisters Maurice Pennell Tom Bean Mrs Paul Pennell Sherman and Mrs Ted Pitts Abilene
Chicago writes that women spend billions on facial care while neglecting their feet. Dr William M Scholl notes the foot is an engineering marvel containing a quarter of the body’s bones. A person walks over 70 000 miles in a lifetime while carrying loads of 100 pounds or more.
The University of Texas bureau reports March retail sales rose 17 percent from February and 8 percent from 1965, reaching nearly $1.3 billion. Gains were strongest in gasoline, building supplies, hardware, furniture, appliances, and general merchandise stores.
A New York report notes home accidents among children as a growing epidemic. The Institute of Life Insurance cites that up to age six one in four children suffers a domestic injury each year, with accidents causing more deaths in ages one to fourteen than the five leading diseases.
Postmaster John Biggerstaff urges depositors with postal savings certificates to withdraw at once or at certificate anniversary dates. The Postal Savings System was abolished March 27, 1966, with no new accounts after April 28, 1966. Unpaid deposits after June 30, 1967 will be transferred to the U S Treasury for payment on proper claims.
Sherman district Social Security Manager Gus Jones announced 1966 changes allowing workers earning up to 15000 dollars a year to receive full benefits. Benefits scale with earnings between 1500 and 2700 and above 2700, with monthly limits and a 72 age exemption. Disabled beneficiaries must notify SSA of work.
Chemists seek thicker egg shells by two California developed methods. One pumps carbon dioxide into henhouses, causing hens to lay sturdier shells while preserving contents. The other adds small amounts of sodium bicarbonate to drinking water, reported in Science Horizons.
The Insurance Information Institute notes that motorists with clean driving records over a set period qualify for significant discounts on basic liability and collision insurance premiums across most states.
A historical note states that there are several hundred species of cactus native to Texas highlighting the rich plant diversity of the state.
Uncle Dan from Tom Bean relays a Saturday night chat at a country store where locals joke about a looming population boom and food shortages. The group jokes about meat prices, Mexican labor, Cuba aid, and Great Society politics while mocking government surpluses and farm programs.
The Pilot Grove Historical Marker will be presented to the Pilot Grove community in a 2:00 p m ceremony at the site. J C Taliaferro of the Grayson County Historical Society will present. Charlie Kaiser will receive. County Judge Les Tribble will participate. Rev T H McSpedden will recite Pilot Grove history. Memorial Day Sunday marks the Pilot Grove Cemetery memorial observance with an information tent at the cemetery and thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Sims Wortham and County Commissioner Tom McKee.
The only book credited to Abraham Lincoln is a record of his famed 1858 Senate campaign debates with Stephen A. Douglas on slavery. The scrapbook appeared in Columbus, Ohio in 1859.
Blue Ridge public schools schedule their annual homecoming on Saturday April 30. Jimmy D Childress chairs the Homecoming Association. Registration begins at 2 p m and the dinner is served between 6 30 and 7 30 p m.
Jane Evelyn Gore, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dale Gore, was honored at a tea shower hosted April 20 by the First Baptist Church Women’s Missionary Society at Mrs. B. W. Newman’s home. Over 100 guests attended the event, with a table centerpiece of pinks carnations rosebuds and doves and hostesses including Mrs. Newman Mrs. O L Jones and Mrs. Gore.
A terse classified note urges readers to seek a sun related service with emphasis on rapid results and efficiency. The brief lines promise quick responses and reliable performance for sunny outcomes.
The Whitewright entry notes over 3450 dollars paid to farmers for milk used in ice cream manufacture last year. First grade honor roll lists Lois Truett and others. Epworth League program features Lloyd Wright and peers. Roy E Fox tent theatre to visit town next week. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Don Benson on April 25. Jo Willa honored at luncheon by Mrs Grover Stateville. Seven grade honor roll names include Aileen Pennington and several classmates.
Forty years ago April 29 1926 Leon Davidson formerly of Whitewright wed Florence Sherrett of Portland Ore A son born to G C Stateville couple The average Texas teachers salary reached 93492 dollars annually Paris Presbytery attendees Rev J F Fender and others visited this week including B S Montgomery T H Sears Lester Haile Ethel Gordon Maurine May
Mrs. John A. Watson died at the family home southeast of ? in an obituary notice dated April 30 1931. The brief item records her death and location, reflecting local society coverage of a prominent family in the area.
April weather in Whitewright had rain on half the days. Miss Anna Joyce Benson of Pilot Grove joined the U S Navy as a nurse. Bobby Norris, son of Mr and Mrs Philip Norris, fractured his skull after a fall from a moving automobile. Tom Rayburn of Bonham and Loyce DeBerry of Whitewright were married. Camp Fire Girls honored with beads: Jeanette Harvey, Mary Lee Hughes, Helen Hill, Henrietta Jackson, Betty Margaret Sears, Bessie Joe Russell.
A meeting is scheduled for Thursday night at 7 30 at the Firemen's Hall to reorganize the Whitewright Chamber of Commerce, which has been inactive for months. All interested in the public service group are invited to attend.
Evangelist J Harold Bennett of Decatur Ala will preach an old fashion gospel at Pilot Grove Baptist Church in a three day revival Friday April 29 through Sunday May 1 Services start 730 p m Friday and Saturday and 1100 a m and 700 p m Sunday Rev Leroy Martin and family of Sherman will lead Friday night singing Rev Dale Gore Whitewright will lead Saturday night singing Bob Andrew deacon will lead Sunday singing with his sister Mrs Sims Wortham The evangelist's wife will sing and pray for both services old timers invited to dinner on Sunday by Pastor Rev John Faulkner
Decoration Day will be observed Sunday May 1 at Wittitee Cemetery with a 2 30 pm meeting. B M Dean of Tom Bean chairs the cemetery Board of Trustees. Local social notes mention visits and small town happenings including bridge clubs and re openings of a snow cone stand on North Bend street May 2.
On Friday night April 29 the Whitewright PTA will host a Variety Show in the new High School gym to raise funds for stage curtains. Featured acts include Dale and LaVerne Gore Miss Gina Judd and her twirling act Louis Franklin and his son Larry the state fiddling champions Julie Johnson the Cynthia Marlow singing group Dale Barnes with accordion Harold and Suzanne McNabb from East Texas State University show selections from Showboat. Tickets are sold by students at Walker Pharmacy or at the door.
Washington reports the Defense Department has lowered mental standards for draftees. Men with percentile scores 16 to 30 may be inducted if they score 90 or better on any two test components, a wider bar than the prior 80 on the general technical area. Selective Service officials say the change, effective April 1, adds only a very small number of eligible registrants.
Rev. Dale Gore leads services with Sunday School at 9:55 and worship at 11:00. Choirs rehearse at 5:15 and 7:45, Evening worship at 6:00. Monday features T U Clinic at North Park Baptist in Sherman. Various circles meet Tuesday, Sunbeams active, and midweek prayer and choir rehearse on Wednesday.
Pastor Rev. C. C. Dooley leads Sunday School at 10:00 and worship at 11:00. The Ladies’ Aid meets at 2:30 p m on Monday at the church.
The schedule lists Mrs Janice Hall as pastor. Sunday School at 9 45 am. Worship service at 7 15 pm. Wednesday prayer meeting at 7 30 pm.
Minister W. E. Mynatt leads Bible study at 10 a.m. Worship and communion at 11 a.m. Evening service at 7 p.m. Bible study for all ages at 7:30.
Rev Don Chandler pastors Kentucky Town Baptist Church with Sunday School at 10 00 Training Union at 7 00 and Worship Service at 7 45 on Sunday evening text notes services and timing.
Bethel Baptist Church hosts worship at 11:00 AM and a Training Union at 6:30 PM followed by a 7:30 PM worship service in Alaska. The note states Juneau is the state capital with a population of 7,200.
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