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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1957
Page
2
Las Vegas presents a paradoxical appeal a cut rate paradise for tourists who avoid gaming. Hotels restaurants and pools offer bargains while the gaming industry subsidizes costs allowing cheaper lodging and food. The city thrives on visitors who gamble rarely winning often paying for others and keeping the spectacle running.
Extension Farm Management Specialist C H Bates notes the 1958 Farmers Tax Guide is out and usable for income and social security tax details. The 64 page IRS publication offers sample forms and emphasis on farm records for accurate reporting and tax options. Copy requests go through county extension agents and sharing with neighbors is advised if supplies are limited.
A historical reflection notes that men are valued by price while brides are given away, contrasting gender roles and market phrases. It uses the saying every man has his price to critique social attitudes toward marriage and women.
Washington reports a sweeping shift in United States food retailing as mass merchandising and self service reshape stores and wholesaling. Robert M. Walsh of the Agriculture Marketing Service forecasts fewer larger stores, more prepacked items, day and night vending, and a growing array of new products as consumer migration and efficiency drive change. The Census Bureau notes a long term decline in food stores from 561,000 in 1939 to 385,000 in 1954, with the trend continuing.
Burton Hillis notes that small roadside eating places broaden travelers. The remark reflects a view on how casual stops enhance experiences during journeys.
The Texas Agricultural Extension Service released bulletin B-873 Alfalfa for Forage and Seed detailing production, uses, and management of alfalfa in Texas. Based on Experiment Station Bulletin 885, it covers adaptation, land preparation, fertilization, seeding, irrigation, cultivation, insects and diseases, plus uses of alfalfa. Available from local county agents or the Agricultural Information Office in College Station, Texas.
The brief quip plays on gender stereotypes about hygiene and change. It features two speakers delivering a sharp exchange that mocks vanity and social expectations through humor.
The State of Texas issues to Charles Edward Parker a citation in case No. 64578 filed December 10 1957 by Edith Parker requesting a written answer by January 27 1958 in the 15th Judicial District Court Sherman Texas. The suit seeks divorce on grounds of cruel treatment. If not served within 90 days, the citation will be returned unserved.
In Grayson County Texas Laura O Hester Executrix announces Letters Testamentary issued December 4 1957. Creditors must present claims within legal time to Sadler Grayson County Texas address. Publication dates December 12 19 26 1957 and January 2 1958 in The Whitewright Sun.
The petition in No. 64855 cites Eula Burnett Green as plaintiff and Clyde A. Green as defendant. The case seeks a divorce on grounds of cruel treatment. Filing date at Sherman court is November 27, 1957 with hearing set for January 13.
State Supreme Court Justice Robert W. Calvert was sued for divorce on grounds of alleged mental cruelty. His wife, Mrs. Calvert, filed the petition asking custody of their 16 year old son Jim, noting separation since Oct. 16. The couple married June 6, 1933, and their daughter Carolyn, 19, is a University of Texas student who won Miss Texas last summer and competed in Miss America.
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