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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1953
Page
4
Fort Worth Press reports on Korean POWs returning home scarred by war. Survivors face lifelong torment and limited government aid, underscoring lessons for preventing future conflicts. The piece contends war remains inescapable against a barbarous foe.
Kaiser Aluminum Shade Screening features thin louvres at an angle to deflect sun rays and heat while keeping light and view. It promises up to 15 cooler rooms and protects interiors from fading. Rustproof and stain free, the durable aluminum frames are easy to install and cost efficient.
A speaker argues the United States erred in Korea by rushing ground troops and overrelying on air power. He warns alliances must be reliable, urges decisive weapon use including atomic options if needed, and says the government must protect its people before others. He frames war as organized murder and urges prudent police power for peace.
Grandpa Simpkins, forgetful after a walk to the post office, reports losing his umbrella just as the rain stops. He says he reached up to put it away and found it gone, prompting a lighthearted family exchange.
A top sergeant presents recruit John Quincy Spout to Company O and introduces his book titled The Army Is Run Like a Clam Bake. The scene shows a formal salute and personal meeting.
Pupils were told to draw anything. Johnny colored greens and browns, claiming he drew Marines hiding in the brush. The teacher asked what it was, and he replied with the joke about camouflage.
A buyer and seller haggle over the price of a bull in a rural dispute. The buyer questions pedigree while the owner retorts the animal would not speak to the buyer even if it could. The exchange reveals the sharp edge of a price quarrel between two farmers.
The piece argues that many Americans are ill or disabled daily and stresses personal responsibility for health. It urges individuals to follow health rules, consult a physician when ill, and bring prescriptions to the pharmacy if medications are needed.
A childhood misadventure at an East Fork baptizing site ends with a frog surprise that topples a boy into the water. The preacher and family react, and the author recalls a scolding about causing trouble and a remembered tight trousers consequence.
President Eisenhower signed a bill authorizing the interior secretary to acquire remaining non-federal lands in Big Bend National Park on the Texas border. Rep Reagan of Texas said about 8.87 acres valued near $80,000 are involved. The item notes the Kentucky rifle was first made in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
Pastor Harold S. Taylor leads services with Church School at 10:00 a.m. and morning worship at 11:00. Youth Fellowship at 7:00 p.m. Evening worship at 7:30 p.m. Morning services moved to Barnheart Chapel due to repairs. no evening service.
Tilden McFerrin, minister, conducts Bible study at 10:00 a.m. Morning worship is at 11:00 a.m. Evening worship at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday service follows at 7:30 p.m.
Vernon M. Newland is listed as minister with Mae Hall as Sunday School superintendent. Services begin with Sunday School at 10 a.m. Morning Worship at 11 a.m. Evening service at 6 30 p.m. E L Hill is pastor with Sunday school at 9 45 a.m. Preaching at 11 a.m. Young people's service at 6 45 p.m. Evangelistic service at 7 45 p.m. Prayer meeting also at 7 45 p.m. Wednesday.
A local church invites all to Thursday night services with Winston Atkinson of Plano delivering the sermon.
Newton Cole pastor schedules Sunday School at 9 55 a m and morning worship at 10 55 a m Training Union at 7 00 p m and evening worship at 8 00 p m Bethel Baptist Church U C Broach pastor Sunday School at 9 45 a m and evening service at 8 00 p m
Game Warden Tom Waddell of Eagle Lake told Howard Dodgen that hot weather is ending within a week or two. He noted buck deer shedding velvet earlier than usual and blue wing teal migrating eight days earlier than average based on detailed records.
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