Housewives Must Register in Sugar Rationing Program
Registration for consumers in Whitewright area begins Monday at the Grammar School with school staff and PTA volunteers assisting. One adult per family may register all members, sworn statement of sugar held required, and coupons cut for up to six pounds per member.
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Whitewright
Grammar School
E. C. Butler
Parent-Teacher Association
C. I. Witt
C. J. Meador
Thomas Sears
G. K. Stephens
Elmo Wallace
J. A. Yeager
Fred Cook
O. L. Jones
Roy Blanton
Paul Ryan
Kelous Watson
E. F. Everheart
Nazis Offer Peace Proposals to Britain Reported by French
The independent French agency A F I reports Germany sent three peace offers to Britain in six weeks, via Turkey, Switzerland, and Sweden. British sources deny any such overtures. The piece notes Hitler's remarks and a Goering memorandum as the basis for the three feelers.
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London
Germany
Britain
Turkey
Switzerland
Sweden
Adolf Hitler
United States
Russia
Italy
Archibald MacLeish
United States Office of Facts and Figures
New York
Sherman Area Registers 2 797 From 45 to 64
The No 2 Sherman draft board reports 2 797 men aged 45 to 64 registered for the fourth registration. Major totals include 2 160 in Sherman, 62 in Dorchester, 145 in Tom Bean, 325 in Whitewright, and 105 in Bells. Serial numbers will be assigned soon and occupational questionnaires sent to assess trades and professions. Men aged 36 to 45 who registered Feb 16 will receive questionnaires early next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherman
Will Leslie
Dorchester
Tom Bean
Whitewright
Bells
Primary grades program at Colored Methodist Church
The primary grades present a program Monday night May 4 at 8 30 at the Colored Methodist Church. Admission is 10 cents and the public is invited. A V Coleman will bring students from Sherman on May 8 for a picnic with local pupils.
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Colored Methodist Church
A. V. Coleman
Sherman
A. B. Douglass
Prices Ceilings Clamp Down On Wartime Necessities
Washington reports broad wartime price controls set to March levels with May 11 for wholesalers and May 18 for retailers. Rents fixed in 302 war centers, aiming to curb inflation, encourage savings, and stabilize living costs while exempting key foods and dairy products from strict ceilings.
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Washington
Office of Price Administration
Roosevelt
OPA
Congress
Leon Henderson
Europe
Henderson
Funeral Today For William P. Vaughn
Funeral services were held at the Methodist Church for William P. Vaughn who died at his home Tuesday night. Rev. W. W. Adcock led the service with pallbearers Roby Childress Luther Gordon T E Babee Grover Stateville R A Gillett Pascal Farley. Burial at Oak Hill Cemetery directed by Glen Earnheart. Vaughn born in 1870 in Tennessee came to Texas as a young man and lived in the Ida community before moving to Whitewright in 1908. He worked in hardware and implement business then in ginning and cotton and grain ventures and served on the church board of stewards for over twenty years. Surviving are the widow a daughter Mrs Emory Christian of Whitewright three stepdaughters Mrs E R Johnson of Fort Worth Mrs J McKinney of Abilene and Mrs Claude Phillips of Whitewright a stepson R H King of Snyder a sister Mrs Amanda Christian of Tennessee two grandchildren and five step grandchildren.
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Methodist
William P. Vaughn
W. W. Adcock
Roby Childress
Luther Gordon
T. E. Babee
Grover Stateville
R. A. Gillett
Pascal Farley
Oak Hill Cemetery
Glen Earnheart
Methodist Church
Stewards
Vaughn
Emory Christian
Whitewright
E. R. Johnson
Fort Worth
J. McKinney
Abilene
Claude Phillips
R. H. King
Snyder
Amanda Christian
Tennessee
More Names Added To Sun Honor Roll
The Sun lists new subscribers this week on its honor roll. Names include Jack Dempsey, Mrs. F L Clendening, Joe L Cox, E A Douglas, Mrs J C Gaines, J H Adams, James Sands, H Benedict, Charles W Adams, Inez Ray, E O Young, Mrs M Caraway, Bascom Sears, R A Bow, J G Graves, George Burnham, J H Alexander, Mrs R J Wallace, R G Bennett, J P Williams, W J Mabry, M L Seay, Chas M Chumbley, J B Davis, W T Nicholson, J G Sloan, Roy Talley.
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the Sun
Sun
The
Jack Dempsey
F. L. Clendening
Joe L. Cox
E. A. Douglas
J. C. Gaines
J. H. Adams
James Sands
H. Benedict
Charles W. Adams
Inez Ray
E. O. Young
Liberty and health compare bodies in Bolingbroke quote
The quote argues liberty is to society as health is to the individual, claiming without health no pleasure and without liberty no happiness for the collective. It elevates liberty as essential for societal well being.
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Lord Bolinbroke
Local soldiers receive letters as World War II roles unfold
Families report mail returns and overseas transfers for Private Harvey Lee Smith Private Robert Chumbley Private Vestal Biggerstaff and others. Promotions and assignments include Corporal Charles Adams Sergeant Jones Rexander and Seaman Billy Coy Harris. Private Sanderson and Sgt Billy Pritchett update locations as loved ones await further news from Fort Worth area readers.
Hagerman Wildcat Oil Show Report Near Hagerman
In Denison the Denver Producing and Refining Co and R W Talbot No 1 Jewell east of Hagerman report oil standing in the hole after about two thousand feet. Bailing continues at two barrels per hour over five days. The test in the Allen survey has penetrated 7160 to 7200 feet with 40 feet of sand and lime. casing rests on the Strawn at 7155. Sinclair Prairie Oil Co and the Texas Co back the test with Magnolia and Phillips holding close acreage.
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Sinclair Prairie Oil Co
Exas Co
Magnolia and
Phillips
Speech Indicates Hitler Is Growing Desperate, Hull Says
Secretary of State Hull said Hitler’s Reichstag address suggested a desperate view of Germany’s war prospects. He called the speech frantic and noted the urgent gathering of officials and another delay in promising victory, signaling growing concern over Hitler’s position.
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Washington
Hull
Adolf Hitler
Germany
Fuehrer
Reichstag
Hitler
Quote by Josiah Quincy on freedom and resolve
A brief historic quotation asserts unwavering commitment to liberty under any circumstance. It emphasizes resilience against coercion and the determination to die free rather than yield. Said in a rhetorical tone reflecting brave principle and steadfast independence.
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Josiah Quincy
25 Percent Cut in U S Coffee Use Ordered
The War Production Board on Monday ordered a 25 percent reduction in coffee consumption due to uncertainties about future supplies. The limit applies to deliveries by roasters and wholesalers to 75 percent of a 1941 monthly level, with no consumer rationing expected though wholesalers should pass the cut along fairly.
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Washington
War Production Board
WPB
Planes defend Malta as Germans claim US role
Berlin claimed United States fighters defended Malta prompting heavier defenses at the British base in the Mediterranean. Stockholm reports hinted Americans may man aircraft, while Roosevelt said US warships and planes are in combat across oceans and continents. German sources also claimed planes flew from North Africa and that older Italian aircraft were added to raids.
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London
United States
Malta
Berlin
Roosevelt
North
South Atlantic
Arctic
Mediterranean
South Pacific
Africa
Rotary Club Elects Officers for Ensuing Year
The Rotary Club elected Dr. Geo. K. Stephens as president Rev. E. P. Wootten as vice president Dick Montgomery as secretary and C J Meador as treasurer. Russell Summers was chosen alternate delegate to the district meeting in Dallas next week and Dr Stephens remains a delegate. The club donated 5 to Navy relief and 5 to China relief. Miss Eva Williams of Whitewright High School spoke on food nutrition and vitamins. The annual fish fry was postponed to Thursday May 7 due to conflicts.
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Rotary Club
Geo. K. Stephens
E. P. Wootten
Dick Montgomery
C. J. Meador
Russell Summers
Dallas
Dr. Stephens
Navy Relief
China Relief
Eva Williams
Whitewright High School
Miss Williams
Educational and Age Limits Changed For Aviation Cadets
Sherman recruiters announce new Navy Aviation Cadet enlistment rules. High school graduates aged 18 to 27 may enlist with four years active duty required. Unmarried status and parental consent for minors apply. Preliminary exams at Sherman, with processing to Dallas at government expense.
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Sherman
Dallas
U. S. Navy
Post Office
Another Call Made For Military Service In Sherman
Selective Service Board No 2 Sherman has mailed induction notices to registrants for May 18. Names include Elmer Parker Hall James David Fleming Donovan Lee Conner Homer Lee Magers Jakie L Z Chesser M Alexander and Thomas Fender May. About seventy five in the Sherman district are to report for induction on the date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Selective Service Board No. 2
Sherman
Whitewright
Elmer Parker Hall
James David Fleming
Donovan Lee Conner
Homer Lee Magers
Jakie L. Z. Chesser
M. H. Alexander
Thomas Fender
Sherman District
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Navy Relief Fund
Navy Relief Fundampaign
G K. Stephens
Stephens
Lee Norris
W. T. Kelley
Jack Farley
Farley & Hill
W. O. Houston
J. R. Oliver
First National Bank
S. H. Montgomer
Felker's Cafe
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Seneaenees
Cole & Davis Cow
G. C. Stateville
F. M. Echols
Jesse Wallace
Seceurwrnese
Anne
Mrs. C. C. Fogle Smamsees
A. T. Short
Devonport's
Manning & Meador
J. H. Philley
T. J. Lilleyaon
Royce Jones
Whitewright Variet
Barbee& Bassett Y
Smith Grocery
J. M. Simmons
Cull Reeves
Kirkpatrick Pharmacy
Glen Earnheart 2.50 Dr. F. D. Layman
Ross R. May Ao
Whitewright Lumber Co
R. A. Gilletta
Charles White
Katherine Roddy
J. W. McCoy
David McKinney
Thomas E. Sears
Semeenaaeeemescesasam
A. M. Bryant
E. L. Stine
Dave Alverson
Post Office Department
Harvey Lee Smith
Rizal
Philippine Islands
Alverson
Smith
Bataan
Mildred Smith
Clyde Gibson
Robert Chumbley
Belvoir
Chumbley
Steele Cantrell
L. H. Darwin
Vestal Biggerstaff
Quartermaster Corps
Plainfield
Washingston
Jim Biggerstaff
Near van Alstyne
Co. M
357Th Inf
Camp Barkley
Texas
Charles
Jones Rexander
Jefferson Barracks, Mo
Jones
Coy Harris
Billy Coy Harris
U.s.navy
San Diego
Walter Clark
Langley Field
Camp Cook
Calif
Clark
E. W. Clark
Fred Clark
L Wm. Douglas Taylor
W. D. Taylor
Fort Sam Houston
Camp Shelby
Miss
Edwin Badgett
A. J. Badgett
Sheppard Field
Scott Field
Ill
Thomas E. Sanderson
Elmer Sanderson
Army Air Corps Technical School
Keesler Field
Sanderson
Herbert Smith Airport
Macon
David Everheart
Army Air Corps
Floyd Everheart
Billy B. Pritchett
Billy
Puerto Rico
Bascom Pritchett
Hagerman
U. S
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