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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1947
Page
6
A humor column recounts vignettes from a diverse cast. Colonel Bankhead and a Philippines prank, a Kansas lawyer debating rank, a bass count in court, and witty exchanges at weddings and home life. Each tale delivers a sharp punch line and light social observation.
A caller seeking a forgotten married name asks a maid for help locating a neighbor. He describes the woman as beautiful with a pink complexion and golden hair. A voice calls from the stairs, saying the woman will be down in a minute.
A Milwaukee Journal quote observes that girls possess acute hearing and can always detect the engagement ring in a man's voice.
An optimist quips about marrying a secretary to keep control. A hostess pressures guests for entertainment. She asks Mr Jones what instrument he can play, he replies none away from home. He says he plays second fiddle at home.
A humorous yet cautionary column rails against idleness among city youths during summer. The piece condemns unoccupied vacations as breeding grounds for bad habits, urging structured activities like Scout programs and public school summer offerings to channel energy productively. It warns against the “sum mer s” danger and calls for parents to rotate possessions to reduce wear.
LENOX Mass sixty years ago George Westinghouse built Erskine Park a Berkshire Hills residence with underground conduits 1800 light bulbs indirect lighting and illuminated features. The 200 acre estate used a private plant generating 2200 volts AC powering fountains pumps and a tennis court with early electric illumination.
A cooking tip advises adding a small amount of flour to hot oil to reduce sputtering during frying. The step helps absorb excess moisture and stabilize the oil for safer, calmer cooking.
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