Main Street debates and gas pressure notes
The column discusses naming quirks between Main Street and Grand Avenue, recalling Denison Bells and Big D, plus a reader note about gas pressure dips and stray space heaters. It cites IRS check-stapling concerns and a memory of old town features, urging caution with low flame heaters after a pressure drop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Avenue
Tom Sears
Main Street
Sears
Denison
Bells
Big D
Whitewright
Call For Referendum On Daylight Saving Time In Texas
A Denton Record Chronicle squib notes Texas legislators should consult voters before enacting daylight saving time changes. Author Wick Fowler suggests an interim law banning DST until Texans vote, likely in November constitutional amendment elections. The piece mocks lawmakers and reviews other political quips about state and national figures.
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Austin
Texas
Great Society
Arkansas
North Carolina
Oklahoma
Nebraska
Michigan
Romney
Wick Fowler
Denton Record Chronicle
Whitewright Volunteers Earn 272.99 for 34 Rural Fire Runs
The Whitewright Volunteer Fire Department logged 34 out of city calls in 1966 earning 8.03 per run from a 2200 county kitty. Other towns reported payments: Denison 401.46 for 274 calls. Bells 144.53 for 18. Gunter 72 for 9. Howe 112.41 for 14. Pottsboro 281.01 for 35. Sherman 321.17 for 40. Tioga 144.53 for 18. Tom Bean 56.20 for 7. Van Alstyne 192.70 for 24. Whitesboro 184.67 for 23. Rural runs were largely grass fires.
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Whitewright
County Commissioners Court
Denison
Bells
Gunter
Howe
Pottsboro
Sherman
Tioga
Tom Bean
van Alstyne
Whitesboro
Town and Country Club reorganizes in Rock County
The Little Rock Home Demonstration Club, formerly in Grayson County, reorganizes as Town and Country Club. Officers include President Mrs Ray Vestal and Program Chairman Mrs J C Wetzel. Meetings are on the third Thursday monthly with a gardening demonstration planned for March 16 at Mrs Bob Cawthon's home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Rock
Ralph McKinney
Grayson County HD Council
Town and Country Club
Ray Vestal
Craig Cody
R. H. McKinney
J. C
Bill Ireland
Bob Cawthon
From a Hospital Bed Chris Boatwright Recounted
Chris Boatwright a 5th grader in Whitewright schools recovers from February 2 injuries after a serious car crash. He lies in Allen Memorial Hospital Bonham for about two months in a body cast and traction. He writes a Viet Nam era poem while confined.
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Chris Boatwright
Whitewright
Allen Memorial Hospital
Bonham
Viet Nam
East
Tax tips from Sam: avoid SSN mixups on returns
Tax man Sam warns many refunds are delayed by wrong social security numbers. Taxpayers should use the mailing label IRS sent and ensure the SSN is correct on income tax forms to prevent trouble.
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IRS
Internal Revenue Service
Grads urged to seek challenges like finding a parking space
A ceremony message urges graduates to face life’s big test of locating a parking space. Texas economists study daylight saving daylight savings impact on daylight saved. New Delhi reports marauding elephants unsettling politics. Books once praised become targets for condemnation or ban. Air pollution may push doctors to advise patients to stop breathing. Rising prices threaten bipartisan cooperation between Republicans and Democrats.
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Texas
New Delhi
Death of Mrs William T Birdwell
Funeral services were held at Earnheart chapel for Mrs Emma Lou Birdwell 64 who died Friday night at home Route two Burial was in Oak Hill Cemetery She was born May 27 1902 in Kentucky and married William T Birdwell October 24 1917 in Edhube Survivors include her husband two daughters a brother five sisters five grandchildren and two great grandchildren
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Earnheart
William T. Birdwell
Route Two
Oak Hill Cemetery
Birdwell
Kentucky
Emma Lou Johnson
Edhube
Evelyn Fagan
Whitewright
Billye Brewster
Fort Worth
C. A. Johnson
Bonham
Tom Senter
Kenneth Bibby
Savoy
Effie Markham
Calera
Okla
Alma Hicks
Lee Taylor
Irving
Brooks Family Death Notices in Arkansas Hospital
Andrew Brooks brother of Dorsey D Brooks of Whitewright died Monday in the VA Hospital in Little Rock Arkansas Clarksville Wednesday afternoon. Tom Brooks of Desert another brother Mr and Mrs Dorsey Brooks, David Brooks of Sherman and Mr and Mrs Sam Burr of Trenton attended the funeral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Brooks
Dorsey D. Brooks
Whitewright
Little Rock
Ark
Clarksville
Tom Brooks
Desert
Dorsey Brooks
David Brooks
Sherman
Sam Burr
Trenton
Death of Norvell N Thomson in California
Norvell N Thomson age 65 died last Thursday in a San Bernardino California hospital Funeral and burial services were held in San Bernardino He was a native of Whitewright and had lived in California 41 years Survivors include his wife Irene two daughters Barbara Brooks Barstow California and Patricia Ward San Bernardino two brothers Basil H Thomson Waco and Haskell Thomson Orange California and five grandchildren
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norvell N. Thomson
San Bernardino
Calif
Whitewright
Thomson
California
Irene
Barbara Brooks
Barstow
Patricia Ward
Basil H. Thomson
Waco
Haskell Thomson
Orange
Texas Population Up 1.1 Million
The University of Texas population research center reports Texas has grown by 1.1 million residents since 1960, reaching 10,711,743 as of April 1966. The gain averages 1.9 percent annually, with metropolitan areas driving most growth while 76 of the state’s 254 counties lost population.
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Austin
Texas
Lone Star State
University of Texas
University
Population Research Center
Harris County
Dallas County
Bexar County
Denison Vetoes Gas Rate Increase
Denison City Council rejected Lone Star Gas Co first a proposed no charge for unused gas and a minimum 1.50 for up to 1000 cubic feet, then a 25 year franchise renewal. Whitewright has not granted the same rate increase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lone Star Gas Co
Denison
Denison Gas
Whitewright
Gas Company
Colorful Red Gelatin Apple Pie Tip
A kitchen tip suggests adding dry red gelatin to apples during pie baking to yield a vibrant red color and richer flavor. The gelatin also helps thicken the syrup to the desired consistency for a glossy filling.
Hospital Bill Help Rule Sparks Coverage Debate
A policy mandates paying the first 40 dollars of hospital bills for each illness spell while Medicare covers most remaining costs, prompting discussion among patients and insurers about access and affordability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Medicare
Uncle Dan on government waste and lights in the White House
Uncle Dan recalls a country store discussion on Washington costs and jobs under President Johnson. He cites a 230,870 increase in civilian federal workers to 2,758,811, a costly study on auto safety, and Time Magazine totals of 170 federal programs funded by 406 appropriations across 21 departments. He ends with a parable about scarce gains and shared sunshine.
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Washington
Zeke Grubb
Johnson
White House
Zeke
Ed Doolittle
Lyndon
Bug Hookum
U. S. Public Health Service
Time Magazine
Uncle Dan
Friday Literary Club meets for patriotic immigration program
The Friday Literary Club gathered February 17 at Mrs. J. C. McMillin's home for an immigration program led by Mrs. George Hight Mrs. Henry Mc Fatridge and Mrs. Grady Gil lett in honor of American ism Day. Business reports noted 500 library books and ongoing cataloging with volunteers. Plans for March library opening were set with Mrs. Russell Summers named to lead the reception and open house. Refreshments for 19 members were hosted by the hostess. Next meeting will be a Texas program at Mrs. O. M. Whedbee's home.
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J. C. McMillin
George Hight
Henry McFatridge
Grady Gillett
Jack Meador
Education Library
Russell Summers
Texas
O. M. Whedbee
Sun Wanted. They get fast results.
A brief item invites readers to advertise a sun to be hired or exchanged for quick results. The notice emphasizes rapid outcomes and prompt service.
Belfast Bride Weds U S Navy Officer in Texas Ceremony
Miss Winifred Whyte of Belfast and Tom Scott Phillips of Whitewright united in marriage February 22 at the Presbyterian Church. Rev. C C Dooley presided. The groom serves in the U S Navy aboard a cruiser soon headed for the Viet Nam area. The bride will live temporarily with a sister in California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Winifred Whyte
Belfast
Ireland
Tom Scott Phillips
Iola Phillips
Whitewright
C. C. Dooley
Phillips
U. S. Navy
Viet Nam
America
Boston
Texas
Texans Die in Vietnam Toll Reaches 497
At least 497 Texans have died in the Vietnam War, the Adjutant General's Department reported last Friday. The tally is eight higher than the prior week, with two deaths from non hostile causes and six killed in action. A casualty is counted for Texas if the next of kin resides in the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Adjutant General's
Texas
Beckett, 77, Dies at Home in Denton
Obituary notes S. P. Beckett dies at 77 at his Denton residence. Local social updates include Mrs. Lucian Andrews hosting Blue Bird Club Feb 9, Bryant and Everheart hosting Friday afternoon event announcing the engagement of Miss Sue King to Mr. Eugene McElvaney with wedding planned Feb 28.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. P. Beckett
Lucian Andrews
Blue Bird Club
C. W. Bryant
Floyd Everheart
Bryant
Sue King
Eugene McElvaney
Grover C. Smith
Elizabeth May
Sue McConnell
Maude Mangrum
Mary Johnson
Josephine Pierce
Chaminade Club
Obituaries and local birth notices from February 1927
40 Years Ago item notes W H Hall of Orangeville death on Sunday and J H Whitworth age 65 died at Ely. Theodore Miller of Mt Vernon bought the R and R theatre and will move this week. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Earl Alley of Pilot Grove on February 10. Fred W Smith Miss Dorothy Chambless Miss Tommie Chenoweth and Rev J H Hawkins on P T A program.
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W. H. Hall
Orangeville
Theodore Miller
Mt. Vernon
J. H. Whitworth
Ely
Earl Alley
Pilot Grove
Fred W. Smith
Dorothy Chambless
Tommie Chenoweth
J. H. Hawkins
Martha Jo Sears joins College Choir at C. L. A.
A note from 35 years ago dated February 18, 1932 records Martha Jo Sears as a member of the College Choir at C. L. A. This brief item places her in the school musical group and reflects campus life of the era.
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Martha Jo Sears
Obituaries and notices from 1937 region events
Mrs Cull Reeves died at her home on Sunday February 28 1937. Marvin Dillon formerly of Whitewright died in Kansas City Missouri on Saturday. The West End Bridge Club met at the home of Mrs H T Atterberry on Friday.
Women’s Society of Christian Service Meeting Recap
The Methodist Women’s Society of Christian Service met at Mrs. Doyce Worsham’s home with 13 members and three guests attending. Mrs. James Bryant welcomed the group as Mrs. Jim Robinson gave the devotional. Rev. Geo. Topper led the second lesson on Christian Being and Doing and closed with prayer. Mrs. Worsham served refreshments. next meeting at Mrs. Russell Summers’ home.
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Methodist Women's Society of Christian Service
Doyce Worsham
James Bryant
Jim Robinson
Geo. Topper
Roby Childress
Topper
Worsham
Russell Summers
Public Schools Week Observed March 6 To 10
Community leaders sponsor Texas Public Schools Week to spotlight school operation. Texans are invited to visit classrooms during the week, attend open houses, and learn from teachers and administrators about how local schools function and the new mental attitudes in education.
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Texas Public Schools
Texas Public Schools Week
Law Enforcement Still In Horse- Buggy Days
President Johnson's crime commission calls for urgent action with massive funding and citizen involvement to fight jet age crime. The report warns Americans lose over 21 billion annually and urges Congress and civic leaders to implement a comprehensive program addressing poverty, housing, unemployment, and public neglect.
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Washington
Johnson
Congress
Cmmission
Half Billion Placed On 1967 Texas Traffic Crashes
Dallas Texas Traffic crashes will cost at least 500 million this year state officials say Texans for Traffic Safety after a Board of Trustees meeting note 700 highway patrolmen patrol 65 000 miles of highway Robert F Miller president says lack of trained manpower shows in rising accident rate Conservative estimates place Texans injured in traffic accidents this year at 200 000 Miller believes proper enforcement could reduce this figure to a humane minimum
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Dallas
Texas
Texans For Traffic Safety
Board of Trustees
Robert F. Miller
Miller
Relining a Jacket with Flannel Keeps It Warm and New
A worn lining in a child's jacket can be repaired by relining with a flannel shirt of the same size. This restores warmth and softness, making the jacket feel almost new again.
Pharmaceutical Co Considering Locating Here
Pro-X Pharmaceuticals, Inc held its first annual meeting in Whitewright discussing plant construction for a limited line of products. G. Allen Tennent of Dallas said multiple local sites are under consideration with negotiations underway to purchase one. Kenneth Frisby of Whitewright joined the board, which includes Dr. Casper J. Kutach. Dallas directors were reelected: Paul Speer, Woodruff Moncrief, Harvey Milner, Kenner Clay, and Tennent. Officers were reelected: President Tennent, VP Speer, secretary-treasurer Moncrief. Ownership is mainly Dallas-based with a few Whitewright shareholders.
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Whitewright
Pro-X Pharmaceuticals, Inc
G. Allen Tennent
Dallas
Kenneth Frisby
Casper J. Kutach
Victoria
Paul Speer
Woodruff P. Moncrief
Harvey F. Milner
Kenner W. Clay
Mr. Tennent
Woodrow P. Moncrief
Presbyterians Hear Navy Talk on Holy Land Trip
The Presbyterian church announces Sunday services at 10:00 for Sunday School and 11:00 for worship led by Rev. C C Dooley. Scotty Phillips of the U S Navy will speak Sunday about his 1965 Holy Land trip.
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C. C. Dooley
Scotty Phillips
U. S. Navy
The
Holy Land
Church Service Schedule for Two Local Congregations
First Baptist Church led by Rev. Dale Gore lists Sunday events with services at 9 55 Bible study at 9 55 worship at 11 00 junior and primary choirs at 5 15 and 5 15 training at 6 00 and 7 00 worship. Deacons meeting on Tuesday at 7 00 prayer service Wednesday at 7 00 choir rehearsal at 7 45. First Methodist Church under Rev. George Topper shows Sunday morning worship at 11 00 and evening worship at 7 00 with M Y F at 6 00. Monday features W S C S meeting at 2 30 and guild and choir rehearsals at 7 15 and 7 00 respectively.
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First Baptist Church
Dale Gore
S. S
Nursing Home
First Methodist Church
George Topper
Guild
Church Schedule Feature Pastor Mrs Janice Hall
The church announces weekly services with Sunday School at 9 45 a m and Worship Service at 7 15 p m on Sunday. A prayer meeting is set for 7 30 p m on Wednesday.
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Janice Hall
Church of Christ Service Schedule by Minister Mynatt
Minister W E Mynatt conducts Bible study at 10 a m and worship with communion at 11 a m. Evening worship follows at 7 p m with Bible study for all ages at 7 30.
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Church OF Christ
W. E. Mynatt
Sunday Worship and Classes Schedule
Morning worship at 10:00, Sunday School at 11:00, and evening worship at 7:00. Church events schedule highlights weekly worship times and education session for all members.
Kentuckytown Baptist Church Service Schedule
Rev. Bob Saylor serves as pastor with a training union at seven followed by a worship service at seven forty five. The notice lists church activities and the time for each event.
Bethel Baptist Church Service and Sunday Schedule
Bethel Baptist Church led by Rev. Charles Pierce lists Sunday School at 10 00 Training Union at 6 30 and Worship Service at 7 30. The item presents church activities and the presiding pastor.
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Bethel Baptist Church
Charles Pierce
Training Union
Pilot Grove Baptist service notice
Rev. James Hughens, pastor, leads Sunday School at 10:00 this Sunday at Pilot Grove Baptist Church.
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Pilot Grove Baptist Church
James Hughens
Life in Venus? Moon photos spark cloud era speculation
Moon images of Earth show a clouded globe resembling Venus. Scientists explore whether Venus has openings in its cloud cover and an atmosphere that could support life.
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Moon
Earth
Venus
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