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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1945
Page
7
The Reflector urges readers to write to soldiers and send packages and photos to boost morale. It notes how some receive mail and goodies while others do not and encourages joining Kate Smith in the sentiment that not writing is wrong.
Mid term notes show a civics class studying state and local self government and the federal system. They explored Municipal Home Rule and the heavy tasks of government agencies serving citizens. Juvenile problems are highlighted as local community challenges.
The Tigers returned from Plano with a 23-20 win aided by a lively gym and crowd. High-point leaders were Conner with 12 and Hargett with 7. Plano girls beat the Tigerettes 36-12 as scoring surged in the game.
The report notes a tight first quarter with near scores and a Plano girls team breaking through in the second half displaying strong passing and looping moves. Players mentioned include T. J. M., M. E., and J. from the squad.
Secret Sally reports on campus romances and social intrigue among Ruth Don Patsy Curtis Betty N H Norma and others at Trenton games and parties. Notes ponder who owns a red Mercury who rides the Ely bus and who attends study hall chats and home making parties with Don or Jackie.
Students face a yearly choice of subjects yet English is mandatory. The essay argues English is essential as the nation’s language, shaping communication in all vocations from miner to president. It emphasizes vocabulary, clear expression, and respectful understanding across audiences.
The passage notes that grammar instruction helps appreciate literature recognize quality books and speak clearly before audiences. It emphasizes stressed pronunciation enunciation and memory work as beneficial practice for both skills.
A history class summarizes a Civil War chapter titled Trial by Battle. The lesson explores the Union versus Confederates conflict, noting earlier chapters on politics and slavery that helped bring on the war.
The article lists playful name swaps and personal details of youths including Mary Dale Fields 17 born Oct 28 1927 hobby eating ambition news photographer favorite food hamburgers. N H Davis hobby going with Betty Bryant ambition to graduate in June favorite food chili favorite movie star Lone Ranger. Don Newman 17 born Oct 10 1927 hobby working ambition to be a lawyer favorite food ice cream favorite movie star George Murphy. Laura St John 19 born Feb 12 1925 hobby collecting songs ambition to be a singer favorite food ice cream favorite movie star Gene Autry. Bill Kaiser 16 born Aug 3 1928 ambition to join the Navy favorite food oysters favorite movie star Betty Grable.
Restless students fill the hall as chatter rises before the bell signals the end of a fourth period study hall. The bright remark maker stands out among weary youths as they hurry down the stairs and prepare for the next period.
After mid-term the ABC typing course started ten minute daily speed tests with plans for fifteen minute tests. Students changed typewriters to type on any machine aided by Mrs Beazley. Since the first class last September they have improved accuracy and speed on long articles and will study business letters next.
Juniors in Spanish class show strong reading and translation skills. They have learned to count to fifty, twelve verbs with conjugation, and body part names in Spanish. They are preparing a Spanish version of The Three Bears for assembly. Junior girls are sewing Spanish costumes for dolls.
Citation No 53224 commands Leonard C Hogan to appear by 10 AM on the first Monday after 42 days from issuance, March 12 1945, before the Grayson County District Court in Sherman Texas. Plaintiff Betty Jo Hogan files December 16 1944 seeking divorce on grounds of cruel treatment. Issued January 26.
Official court filing dated January 26, 1945 in Sherman Texas. W Earnest Clerk of District Court Grayson County attests by seal and signature. Deputy Nancy Drake records the entry.
The County Court of Grayson County Texas granted letters testamentary January 9 1945 to Emma D. Miller Independent Executrix of the estate of J. F. Miller deceased. Creditors must present claims by law. Residence 1218 West Houston Street Sherman Grayson County Texas. 4T-F22
A new rifle described as firing eight times before the user realized it was loaded draws attention in reports noting its unusual rapid-fire mechanism and potential safety concerns.
A narration of lunch break routines in the fourth period study hall led by Mr. Caraway. Students whisper and pretend to study while chewing gum is policed and fortune tellers are mentioned among the quiet crowd.
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