HERE and THERE Whitewright newspaper marks 80th year and landmark razings
The HERE and THERE edition notes the paper's 80th anniversary since 1885 and lists editors from 1911 onward. It details razing of the Bob May residence at West Maple and South Blanton and the 50 by 100 foot Truett building once housing a school, telephone exchange, and later a bank site.
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the Sun
Whitewright
W. F. Holland
Ben Harrison
Zeb Spearman
Mack Echols
Jim Waggoner
Bob May
West Maple
So. Blanton Streets
Truett
W. T. Truett
Business
Telephone Exchange
Main Street
W. M. Cox
First National Bank
Paris
W. O. Womack
Joe May
May
Bruce Pember
Slaton
Bob
Old Folks and a Christmas Dog Observation
The writer notes dogs and people change with age. A nine year old dog named Chris restrains from tearing squeaky toys, unlike his younger self. The piece reflects on human nature, contrasting youthful eagerness with aging contentment with the status quo.
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Chris
Mix Up in Holiday Ads Reinforces Local Business Ties
In Whitewright a misprint swapped managers in holiday ads for the Whitewright Gin and Whitewright Lumber Co. Lloyd Alexander, Otto Krumm, and Rham Pennington are named across the ads. Lloyd learned of the error before his paper delivery after a passerby joked about lumber pricing.
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Whitewright Gin
Lloyd Alexander
Whitewright Lumber Co
Otto Krumm
Rham Pennington
Tom Mac
Lloyd’s
Otto
Rhom
Lloyd
Duke of Windsor Seeks Top American Surgeons
There are those who down rate American surgeons and physicians for one reason or another. But the English Duke of Windsor, with all the world to choose from, comes to.
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Duke of Windsor
Death of Trenton man 57 after heart attack
Trentons Trent on Y Hill 57 died December 24 in a McKinney hospital after suffering a severe heart attack at home the day before He was a local ginner and farmer Funeral services were held December 26 at First Methodist Church Trenton with multiple ministers officiating Burial was in Burns Cemetery Pallbearers were listed He was born July 10 1907 in Trenton and survived by his wife five sisters and three brothers.
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Y. O. Hill
McKinney
Hill
First Methodist Church
Conrad Himmel
Jack McNabb
Paris
Robert J. Moore
Trenton Baptist Church
Burns Cemetery
Barnheart Funeral Home
Lloyd Barry
Choice Summers
S. L. Mackey
John Dodson
Ed Reagan
J. M. Butler
Taft Dunsworth
Dick Dockery
Mr. Hill
George W. Hill
1965 Opens with Traditional Food Abundance Seen
COLLEGE STATION The Texas Agricultural Extension Service reports a record large tart cherry crop and abundant supplies of red tart cherries apples prunes figs olives and broiler fryers for January 1965. The 1964 apple crop was the largest since 1939 boosting early year plenty.
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College Station
Texas Agricultural Extension Service
U.S. Population Estimated at 193.5 Million for 1964
The Census Bureau estimates the U.S. population at 193.5 million as 1964 begins, up 2.7 million for the year and 13.5 million since the April 1 1960 census. Washington reports the figure based on the latest government estimate issued last Thursday night.
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Washington
United States
Census Bureau
Mint Finish For Peas To Pair With Lamb Or Chicken
In cooking green peas add a mint sprig at the very end for a bright finish. This herbal note pairs well with lamb or chicken to lift the dish.
Texas patient leaves Houston hospital after artery transplant
A patient in Texas underwent a dangerous artery transplant and walked away from a Houston hospital after two weeks, a bold move that could be seen as a milestone for American surgical capability.
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Texas
Houston
America
New Year Resolutions Talk At Country Store Meeting
Uncle Dan from Tom Bean reports a New Year mood at the country store where Ed Doo and Clem Webster mock resolutions while praising wives who keep drinking husbands in line. The group votes to urge wives to be sympathetic as old Dr. Zander’s wife did for her husband.
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Ed Doolitte
Clem Webster
Clem
Rufe Zander
Rufe
Rafe
Social notes and visits across Texas and nearby states
Local residents travel for visits and holidays, with numerous family gatherings. New year births and a funeral are noted, plus a postponed Parent-Teacher Association meeting and holiday guests from Sherman, Dallas, Fort Worth, Garland, Abilene, Duncan, and other communities.
Teague joins First National as farm representative
William Grady Teague joined the First National Bank staff as farm representative. A graduate of East Texas State College with a BS and MEd in vocational agriculture he previously served as Emergency Loan Supervisor for the Farmers Home Administration in McLennon County and taught vocational agriculture at Tom Bean High School. He and his wife have a daughter Sherry Lynn. the bank notes the appointment is a first in Grayson County for an agriculture specialist.
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William Grady Teague
First National Bank
East Texas State College
Teague
Farmers Home Administration
McLennon County
Tom Bean High School
FHA
Church Services and Schedule Listed for Sundays
Sunday schedule lists Sunday School at 9 45 a m Worship at 11 a m Worship at 7 p m Christ Ambassadors meet Saturdays at 7 p m A prayer meeting at 7 p m Worship service at 9 a m each Sunday
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Christ Ambassadors
Sunday and Wednesday Bible Study and Worship Schedule
Listing of weekly services with Sunday Bible study at 10 a.m. worship and communion at 11 a.m. and a 6:30 p.m. worship. Wednesday Bible study for all ages at 7:30 p.m. Full schedule for the congregation.
Central Christian Church Invites Weekly Sunday Visitors
The church extends an invitation to attend services each Sunday, welcoming visitors to join the parish and participate in worship and community activities.
Kentucky Town Baptist Sunday Schedule
Kentucky town churches publish Sunday programs with Kentuckytown Baptist holding Sunday school at 10 a.m. worship at 11 a.m. Training Union at 6 p.m. and a second worship at 7 p.m. Bethel Baptist also lists Sunday school at 10 a.m. and other services.
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Kentuckytown Baptist Church
Training Union
Bethel Baptist Church
Church Schedule Notes and 1965 Finances Sketch
Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship Service at 11:00 a.m. Missionary Society meets Monday at 2:30 p.m. at the Manse with Mrs. C. C. Dooley as hostess. Next Sunday the pastor will present a brief sketch of the 1964 church finances and the hopeful start for 1965.
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the Missionary Society
C. C. Dooley
First Baptist Church Week Schedule in Bells Texas
The program lists Sunday services at 9 55 Bible study 11 00 worship and youth choir rehearsals with 4 00 junior choir. Zone III Youth Rallies set for January 11 at First Baptist Bells. Activities continue January 12 W M U Sunbeams and January 13 mid week prayer and choir rehearsal.
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Nursing Home
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Texas
Clark Robinson wedding in McKinney Virginia couple wed
Miss Mary Virginia Clark and J Reed Robinson were married December 19 in McKinney with Rev. W S Mitton officiating. The bride’s parents are Nathan and Mrs Clark of Virginia and the groom’s parents are C B and Mrs Robinson of Whitewright. Attending were Mr and Mrs J H Clark of McKinney.
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Mary Virginia Clark
J. Reed Robinson
McKinney
W. S. Mitton
Nathan Clark
Virginia
Robinson
C. B. Robinson
Whitewright
J. H. Clark
Wanted Sun Seeks Quick Job Leads for Fast Results
A Sun Wanted advert promises rapid results for readers seeking swift service or opportunities. The notice emphasizes speed and efficiency, urging interested parties to contact immediately for prompt assistance.
1964 Rainfall Total Exceeds 1963 Mark in Whitewright
Ernest Smith at the Whitewright pump station records 46.47 inches of rain for 1964, more than double 1963's 22 inches. Monthly totals show a heavy September contribution of 12.99 inches and a yearlong distribution across January to December with minor July rainfall. Figures supplied by the City Water Department.
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Whitewright
Ernest Smith
City Water Department
Beef Production Outlook for 1965 Likely Rise
The 1965 outlook predicts beef production to rise two to three percent from 1964. Cattle and calves on January 1 are seen slightly higher than last January's 106.3 million. gains driven by calves from the prior year's calf crop. Slaughter and imports limited growth. fed cattle prices expected to hold with potential dips from heavier winter marketings.
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John G. McHaney
Texas Agricultural Extension Service
McHaney
Corn Belt
U.S
Compton Garne r-Lawell Compton and Larry Garner Weds at Hebron Church
Miss Linda Lawell Compton daughter of Mr and Mrs T C Compton Whitewright and Larry Garner son of Rev and Mrs Houston Garner Whitewright were married Saturday evening at Hebron Baptist Church Rev Garner officiated before baskets of white chrysanthemums. Bride wore a blue suit. Both are senior students at Whitewright High School.
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Linda Lawell Compton
T. C. Compton
Whitewright
Larry Garner
Houston Garner
Hebron Baptist Church
Garner
Whitewright High School
Trade Talk Ends in Stalemate Over Whitewright Exchange
Southwestern Bell Telephone and Nortex Telephone representatives met with the City Commission to urge withdrawal of opposition to the Whitewright exchange trade. The city had protested to the Federal Communications Commission, and the meeting Monday morning ended without agreement. Local business leaders attended.
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The Jockey Strapped My Saddle On Me
A man at the race track explains to his wife that a near sighted jockey tied a saddle to him while tying his shoe laces. He jokes that he finished third after the prank.
Daughter Answers With A Clever Twist At Dinner
A seven year old girl Nancy is asked to fill in as mother at the dinner table when her mother is absent. Her brother challenges her role and asks a math question prompting Nancy to deflect by saying to ask her father.
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Nancy
Quiet-Town Tease Sparks Eavesdropping Plot
Two residents exchange flirtatious remarks in a crowded setting. One warns of screaming if kissed, while the other pursues a secretive escape to a quieter spot amid onlookers. Neighbors overhear a plan to retreat for privacy.
Bible-reading Granny Cramming for Finals?
A joke exchange where a girl questions her Granny’s Bible reading and the boy quips she is cramming for finals with a playful pun about studying.
Freedom of Speech Poodle and Wolfhound Tale on the Champs Elysees
A French poodle and a Russian wolfhound meet on the Champs Elysees in Paris. The Russian dog boasts a luxury existence in Russia. The French poodle asks why visit Paris. The wolfhound leans in and says he sometimes likes to bark.
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Practical Reasoning About Nationality Question
A man filling an immigration form is asked if he is German. He insists he is French, with both parents French, and notes he was born in Germany. He asks a counter question about calling dog puppies born in a stable horses to illustrate the nationality confusion.
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Traffic Deaths Set Record During New Year Holiday Period
The nation closed a three day New Year observance with 453 traffic fatalities, the highest for the period. California led with 69 deaths, Texas 45, New York 24, Illinois 24, while eight states had no traffic deaths. The Safety Council forecast 1964 totals near 48,000 with full year figures due later this month. In Texas at least 81 deaths overall occurred, 45 of them traffic related.
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