Reflections on old Independence Day politics in Henderson County
A nostalgic piece recalls midcentury Fourth of July gatherings in Henderson County Texas. It contrasts past patriotism with modern demonstrations, recounts local election scenes in LaRue and nearby towns, and praises figures like Nat Patton, Jap Lucas, and voters who trusted promises of a better America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Anna
van Alstyne
Whitewright
LaRue
John
Dadgum
Joel Baker
Henderson County
Jap Lucas
Austin State House
Brush Arbor
Nat
Washington
Best of Press Fishing and hunting compared in satire
A collection of brief quotes from various newspapers offers wry takes on fishing versus hunting, bachelor life, and the notion of getting something for nothing, reflecting humorous and ironical viewpoints from sources in San Francisco, Winter Haven, Buffalo, and beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
News
Buffalo
If Jesus Came Today Would We Welcome Him
A sermon warns against harboring tradition over Christ’s presence. It contrasts modern skepticism with biblical encounters, urging openness to the Holy Spirit. The message cites Jesus’s call to sacrifice and notes the prophets were rejected, urging personal reflection on readiness for Christ.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesus
Christ
Theso
Matthews
Holy Spirit
Matt
Army Rotation Brings Badgett to Japan in Gyroscope Plan
Pfc. David L. Badgett, son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Badgett of route 2, is being flown from Fort Campbell Ky to Japan this week as part of Operation Gyroscope the Army’s new unit rotation plan. The item notes other local stories including a CROP alfalfa shipment to Germany, church picnics, Legion picnic, 4 H sewing club, Rotary Club guest speaker, and local marriages and incidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David L. Badgett
Arthur Badgett
Fort Campbell
Japan
Grayson County
Tom Bean
Germany
First Baptist Church
Newton V. Cole
American Legion
American Legion Park
Joyce Thornhill
Ruth Williams
Jack Pritchard
Bells
Rotary Club
Joe Johnson
Kissinger On Moral Leadership And Aid To Poor Nations
Secretary of State Henry Kissinger asserts no country can claim world moral leadership without actively aiding poorer nations. He frames assistance as essential to global stability and shared responsibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Kissinger
Mayor’s Musings On Whitewright Fourth Of July Day
The mayor encourages participation in Whitewright’s Fourth of July celebration and credits the Chamber of Commerce. He addresses complaints about ditch maintenance during floods, asks residents not to abuse city workers, and notes steps toward sewer tie‑ins while urging more residents to connect. Public guidance includes curb and guttering as a solution and ongoing grant applications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whitewright
Chamber of Commerce
East Whitewright
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Justice of the Peace
Nat Patton
Cousin Nat
Lexington and Concord
Mother England
Boston
OUR Auto Service
Edwards
Rals
Whitewright Chamber of Commerce
Glory
Bob Worthy Ford Whitewright
Chronicle
San Francisco
Scoop
Winter Haven
P.O. Bor
Texas
The
Sun Publishing Co
Elton L. Miller
Darla Howell
Grayson
Fannin
Whitewright Sun
Brother Bobs Blante
John Wesley Polk
First Methodist Church
Earl Blanton
Stan's Auto Supply
Firestone Tire and Rubber Company
Firestone
Babcock
W. E. Stanford
John Dale Reeve
Commerce
John Reeves
Lee Penny
Route 2
Trelis June Penny
James Vaughn Dixon
J. B. Dixon
Bobbie Anderson
J.H. Stroud
Bessie Ramsey
Homer Ryan
Alvin Vincent
Aubrey Page
Jackie Lloyd Garner
Gary Ray
Will Musser
Kentuckytown
Clarence L. Martin
Ella Arledge
Denison
Sherman
Bettye Nell Yeater
F. S. Kinnard
Sherman Hospital
Trenton
J. W. Press
Blue Ridge
Jas. A. Wilson
Leonard Merchant
Baylor Hospital
Dallas
T. J. Rector
Grayson & Fannin Counties
Nobility
Dan Eakin
Photography
Dick Walker
Community Public Service Company
Your Electric Light & Power Company
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