14 Feb 1946
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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1946
Page
1
Washington Secretary of Agriculture Anderson sliced and tasted the first loaf of the pale ivory bread baked by Agriculture Department experts under President Truman's wheat conservation order. He described it as not bad and like home-baked bread while baking staff observed.
D. D. Slade of Lexington Kentucky says the nation will eat bigger, meatier chickens as a result of the Chicken of Tomorrow program. He notes wartime consumption rose from 18 pounds in 1940 to 25 pounds in 1945 and that 1945 turkey consumption also jumped, with a contest offering $8,000 in awards to develop a superior meat type bird.
Denison Poultry and Egg Co resumes egg breaking after months closed. Ray Clymer, owner, says the plant will operate at capacity to fulfill government orders. About 200 workers returned as dehydrated eggs in 56 pound boxes await shipping orders from the government or UNRRA.
The Whitewright Parent-Teacher Association will meet at 3 p m next Tuesday in the grammar school music room. President Mrs Emory Christian will preside. Mrs Christian, Mrs Bryant King and Mrs C I Witt will discuss Youth and the Movies, Youth and the Radio, and Youth and Its Problems. Reporter notes turnout urged.
Grayson County officers collected 15280 more in fees in 1945 than 1944, totaling 8713.15 compared to 7213.69. All offices rose except County Judge. Sheriff’s office doubled from 3319 to 7928. Tax office led with 33811.56 in 1945 and 31482.58 prior year. District Clerk rose from 4946.29 to 7072.10. County Attorney reported 11961.56 versus 9394.88. Justice courts collected 5486.11. County Clerk 23474.41 vs 19273.50. recording fees up from 8854 to 12470. Marriage licenses 1060.50 to 2058. Precinct fees 7846, with Denison figures for local officials. Since 1936 officers have been paid on salary with all fees to the salary fund.
COLLEGE STATION PMA urges accelerate cattle marketing as overstocked ranges and short feed supplies threaten the Texas livestock industry. B F Vance state director notes a slight weather decline could cause large losses and that cattle on range and feed must be reduced to balance supply. He warns delayed marketings cause congestion at facilities and urges producers to contact marketing agents before shipping to ensure market capacity. Demand for meat remains high and livestock should move to market promptly to keep plants operating at capacity.
In Washington, Mrs Claude B Baggett, 19, a British war bride en route to a Southern home, shares that she loves the United States but jokes that the Southern accent takes about half an hour to say anything. She speaks in clipped British tones, praising the accent yet noting its slowness.
Cmdr. Andrew W. McReynolds of Sherman has been assigned to the Navy’s technical staff for the atomic bomb test in May. He is the son of Mrs. O. D. Mc Reynolds.
Whitewright writes into the postwar era with low debt and ample cash. A $22,000 waterworks upgrade funded by bonds and grants is planned, including an elevated tank and extended mains to boost fire protection and lower premiums. Public works may total $40,000 without raising taxes. Julian Montgomery leads planning, with possible federal grants for water, fire, sewer, and streets.
Austin officials urged Texas motor vehicle owners to ensure titles for 1946 registrations are in order. Owners must present prior year receipts and titles, with emphasis on the Title Act to improve title validity. Drivers were advised to obtain 1946 license plates in February or early March to avoid congestion and comply with weight and description requirements for commercial vehicles.
Manila report states Lt General Masaharu Homma was convicted by a military tribunal of war atrocity charges including the Bataan death march and sentenced to be shot. He was moved to Luzon prisoner of war camp number one with successors Yamashita and ten other convicts.
The Sun publishes an honor roll listing new subscribers and notes on account credits and address changes. Readers are advised to check the margin figures on page one or the wrapper to confirm paid dates such as 10-46 for subscriptions through October 1, 1946, and to report any credit or address errors for immediate corrections.
Washington D C income payments to individuals including military personnel rose to a record 160700000000 for 1945 the Commerce Department reported Monday. The figure topped 1944’s record by about 4000000000 and more than doubled the prewar 1940 total of 76200000000.
In Denison a dog Thurman gave to a recipient three years ago won a $1000 field trials sweepstakes. The dog was later sold to Col. C. J. Dockler of the Army. Thurman now wishes he still had the animal.
London reports Generalissimo Stalin unveiled Soviet Russia's fourth five year plan. He outlined vast production targets to shield the country from future shocks and said Russian scientists could surpass western nations. He promised rationing would end and living standards rise.
The Rev W J Epting of Sherman is appointed temporarily to lead First Baptist Bonham after Rev J I Gregory resigns to become district missionary for 13 North Texas counties. Gregory and family move to McKinney for his new work. Epting, a retired minister, will serve until a new pastor is chosen after 18 years at Celina.
Washington. Harold S. Ickes the longtime interior secretary resigned after a public clash with President Truman over veracity and policy. He cited opposition to Edward W. Pauley’s Navy undersecretary nomination and the President’s support for oil interests in California. He asked to be relieved March 31 but Truman made the resignation effective February 15.
Samuel F Morse gives up his promising painter career to pursue invention. The shift marks the start of his path toward notable contributions in communication.
Mrs. Joe Auten nee Joyce Reid of London arrived in Whitewright to make her home. She married Sgt Joe Auten on August 7 1943 and had not seen him since July. He was stationed in England 35 months and discharged October 10. She spoke of relief at being in the United States and of scarce food in wartime England. He is son of Mr and Mrs N T Auten of Whitewright and works in Sherman.
In Salt Lake City Cuban attorney Ramiro Collazzo predicting the end of US sugar rationing this summer. Collazzo, president of Lions International, says Cuba began refining cane sugar last month and has shipped sugar to the United States. He expects 4,000,000 tons to be sent to America this year, double previous highs.
Washington reports the text of the Yalta accord showing Joseph Stalin would enter World War II against Japan in exchange for Soviet gains. The pact promises Kurile Islands to Russia, independent Mongolia, and restoration of pre 1904 Russian rights in the Far East including Sakhalin and Port Arthur. The document outlines three key concessions and operational rail links.
Raleigh NC The North Carolina Department of Conservation and Development claims the plant Centella Asiatica found in Eastern NC marshes may boost intellect. In a couple of years an economical box of intelligence could be sold at groceries.
Southern senators won a 24 day filibuster against a bill to create a permanent Fair Employment Practices Commission as the Senate shelved the measure. Proponents failed to secure a two thirds vote to impose cloture ending the debate.
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