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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1966
Page
1
A first grade teacher asks how Noah spent time on the Ark and wonders if he fished. A student replies with humor noting there were only two worms for worms to use.
A doctor accuses a patient of being overweight and lacking exercise and asks to phrase the critique in Latin for the patient to tell his wife. The patient requests a Latin translation of the admonition.
A new marriage brief features a husband boasting about always having the last word, provoking a sharp retort from an older observer who warns him about running out of compliments. The exchange captures playful tension over marital banter.
A history teacher asked students to name the leading member of the Great Society. A year old girl said Columbus. She argued Columbus did it all on borrowed money and did not know where he was going or where he would end up.
A brief comic exchange unfolds as a child claims a dime to reveal a quip from the ice man to the mother. The scene captures a simple wartime era street humor moment with a playful cue to everyday trades.
A man stopping at a town garage reports a knocking when he hits eighty. The mechanic tests the engine and, after a thorough check, says nothing is wrong and the sound is a sign from the good Lord. The man age replies reveal he is eleven, with a playful math contradiction about his age.
A light exchange centers on a film star apologizing for missing a wedding and a gracious reply promising another ceremony soon. The moment captures celebrity poise and personal warmth in a brief chat.
A light verse laments modern vices and imagines a healthy alternative. The speaker notes cigarettes alcohol gambling and candy as destructive vices and wishes for a constructive substitute in a playful editorial tone.
Mrs. Tom Brown presided at her home as president of the Whitewright Home Demonstration Club. Mrs. W L Hatfield led the prayer and Miss Winnie Hamilton led the pledge. The theme was Creative Arts. Members discussed minutes and the secretary's report while four members and a guest attended. The group voted to disband until Sept 8 and meet at Mrs. G C Hardcastle's home. Mrs. Brown received the door prize.
A note advises placing clean soil around ten der plants to guard their roots from cold, reducing exposure to frost. The guidance emphasizes using uncontaminated soil and careful placement to preserve plant health.
Grayson County designates Aug 1 through 7 as County History Appreciation Week following Gov. Connally's lead. Judge Les Tribble calls for citizens to join a week of activities, including beautification projects and the annual Old Settlers' Picnic, to honor pioneers and early settlers.
The Dallas Times Herald reports a cattle killing like hoof and mouth disease spreading in west Dallas County. Vesicular stomatitis cases rise in Irving and Grand Prairie areas with cows horses and swine affected. humans may contract the virus and show flu like symptoms.
Texas Board of Insurance chair William H McLean announced a forthcoming penalty program for unsafe drivers. Unlike prior merit plans, bad risks one year will pay for it the next and good records may receive up to four percent rate reductions. The plan will not be retroactive and will be announced four years ahead to warn drivers. McLean criticized municipal, county, and state governments for underfunding traffic enforcement.
The Dallas tornado of 1957 is remembered for its photographic record, with 550 known images capturing the event. The surge of images helped document the storm’s impact and aided later analysis by researchers and historians.
Nuell E. Skaggs of Whitewright was named Grayson County committeeman for the Farmers Home Administration by state director L. J. Cappleman. The appointment, effective in July, replaces James W. Wilson whose three year term expired July 1. Other members are B. H. Gaskin of Gunter and Bob Strickland of Van Alstyne. The committee meets monthly to review FHA loan eligibility.
Friday July 22 events at 6 PM Teen Scene and 6 PM Christian Life Development. Sunday schedule includes nursing home Sunday School at 9:55 and 11:00 morning worship with 7:00 Evening worship. Tuesday lists WMU and Deacons meetings. Wednesday features Hour of prayer and Choir rehearsal.
The Whitewright and Marvin Methodist Churches plan the First Quarterly Conference Monday July 25 at 7 30 p m in Whitewright Church Dr W B Slack Sr District Supt Sherman District will preside and discuss laws and programs for the year Also listed are church services and activities led by Rev George Topper including Sunday School MYF evening worship and choir rehearsals.
Pastor Mrs. Janice Hall leads Sunday School at 9 45 with worship at 11 00 and 7 15 in the evening. Wednesday features a prayer meeting at 7 30 p m.
Minister W E Mynatt leads Bible study at 10 a m and worship at 10 a m with communion. Evening worship at 7 p m and 8 p m. Bible study for all ages 7 30 p m. Gospel meeting July 25 through 31 with Leonard Mullens of Dallas preaching and Gene Pearson of Savoy directing singing.
Rev Don Chandler pastors the Kentuckytown Baptist Church with a Training Union at 7 00 and a worship service at 7 45.
Rev. Charles Pierce serves as pastor with a 6 30 training union and a 7 30 worship service.
The Marvin Methodist Church outlines its preaching and teaching times. Third Sunday monthly morning service at 10:69 and evening at 7:30, with Sunday School at 11:00. other Sundays Sunday School at 10:00.
Enterprise Baptist Church prepares a revival meeting starting Friday night and continuing through July, inviting attendees to spiritual renewal with guest speakers and evening services at the church in Enterprise.
The California State Automobile Association reports battery and electrical failures as the leading cause of highway breakdowns in 1965, with tire and carburetor troubles in second. The group notes a sharp rise in breakdowns that year.
In a Saturday country store chat, Uncle Dan and neighbors riff on a Boston car dealer’s “previously owned” joke and folk ideas from Washington. They roast proposals from the Labor Agriculture and Agriculture Departments, mention Congressman Robert Michel and a pay hike for federal workers, and compare the mood to the fluid Vietnam era.
The Whitewright Chamber of Commerce has moved the old Negro school building to the American Legion Park. It will be remodeled as a community building for the Whitewright trade area. People may offer time or monetary assistance by contacting Clint Hennig or Bill Dyer. Calvin Whiteley, secretary, invites ideas to improve Whitewright.
The Bethel W M S Jackie Shaw Circle met at Bethel Baptist Church Tuesday night with seven members present. Bible lesson and programs were led by Mrs. Mack Williams, Mrs. Weldon Bartley, and Mrs. Bob Cawthon, and the nominating committee was named. Both Circles plan to meet next Monday at 7 30 p m for the Royal Service program with a salad supper for members and families.
The Whitewright High School Class of 1941 plans a 25th anniversary reunion for Saturday July 30. A reception at the Malt Shop followed by dinner at the Firemen's Hall are on the program. Members should contact Mrs. Houston Darwin for details.
A seven day gospel meeting begins July 25 and runs through July 31 at the Church of Christ. Services are at 8 p m daily. Leonard Mullens minister of the Kimball Square Church of Christ in Dallas will preach. Gene Pearson of Savoy will lead song.
A decade long study by the Svit shoe factory in Czechoslovakia shows women's feet have grown. In the 15 to 60 age group the average length is now 11.2 inches, about one inch longer than in 1955, with feet also wider due to increased weight. Projections suggest adolescent foot growth may soon approach typical male measurements.
A son was born to Mr and Mrs Willie Jarvis on July 12 and a daughter to Mr and Mrs Taylor Autrey last Saturday. Abner St John was badly injured after being thrown from a male. Population figures from the 1920 census show Texas with 2,409,222 males and 2,254,000 females. An ice cream supper is planned at Pilot Grove tabernacle Saturday night and Giles Variety Store advertises men s work shirts at 49c and other items.
40 Years Ago column notes the death of S H Badgett, a Confederate soldier veteran, at his home Monday. The brief item adds society mentions of local residents and a short wedding notice in Waco for Frances Giles and M. Jones Roberts, along with names of several local women.
J F Blackerby sustained severe injuries this week when his foot was crushed in a hay press. Mr Weldon Binion and Miss Durelle Mangrum were married Sunday. Mrs S E Jones died at her home Friday morning. D B Taylor scored the highest points on judging dairy cattle and butter and won a trip to A M College. J H Blincoe 75 died at his home Wednesday.
Everheart Thornhill Post American Legion held a meeting last Thursday electing O L Nicely as post commander to succeed Earl W Fields. Other officers named were Leon Bennett vice commander A G Shepherd second vice commander James Edwards adjutant Bryan Weber finance officer Ralph Judd sergeant at arms R D Maddux service officer and B W Newman chaplain. Trustees elected were Earl W Fields R D Maddux O L Nicely Charles Skaggs and Bill Pettit.
Rev Walter Jacob Epting 90 longtime Baptist pastor died Tuesday in a Sherman nursing home. Services planned at First Baptist Church Sherman with burial in West Hill Cemetery. He led Ripley Mississippi 1906 1911 then Whitewright about a decade and later served churches in Madill Oklahoma Whitesboro Celina and Grayson County. Epting Memorial Baptist Church in Denison named in his honor. Survived by son Roy Epting of Sherman. wife predeceased.
Funeral services were held for James G. Ashinhurst a retired farmer at 2 30 p m Friday in Barnheart funeral chapel with Rev Howard McSpedden and Rev LeRoy Martin officiating. Interment followed at Pilot Grove Cemetery. He died July 13 at his Pilot Grove home after a sudden illness. Born April 29 1892 in Pilot Grove he was the son of S G and Mrs S G Ashinhurst. He married Minnie Whited December 15 1915 in Westminster. Survivors include wife Minnie of Pilot Grove son Cecil of Bonham sister Cora Sparks Sherman and granddaughter Mrs Howard Hunter Cannon.
Charlie Rhoades aged 77 of Denison died Tuesday in a Sherman hospital. Funeral services were held at Earnheart funeral chapel at 4 P. M. Wednesday, conducted by Rev. H P Williamson. Burial followed at Pilot Grove Cemetery. He was born December 31, 1888, at Pilot Grove, married Ruth McGee in Corsicana on April 4, 1926, and operated an auto parts company in Corsicana before retirement. He was a member of the Methodist Church, with two sisters, Hannah Washburn of Bells and Tommie Cochran of Englewood, Tennessee, plus several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Charley Clark, 67, died Sunday at her home in Savoy. Funeral services were held Monday at Earnheart funeral chapel and burial was in Pilot Grove Cemetery. She was born January 27, 1899 in McMinnville Tennessee, daughter of Lem and (late) Matthews. She married Thomas Pearce in 1920 in Savoy, widowed 1945, married Charley Clark in 1963 in Sherman. She was a Church of Christ member. Survivors include her husband, two brothers, three sisters, and four stepchildren.
Simple house cleaning tip suggests placing old socks over each ladder leg to protect floors from scuffs and scratches while you reach high spots. a practical hack for tidy homes.
Bill Pettit announces a grand opening for his new food store on Main street west of downtown. The event will feature refreshments all day and a prize giveaway totaling 75 dollars with 25, 20, and 15 dollar prizes.
National Farm Safety Week July 24 30 urges farm families to reduce hazards and follow safety rules. Officials stress avoiding overloaded schedules securing chemicals guarding equipment reading labels storing poisons and ensuring lighting guards on all machinery.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department set dove hunting dates with mourning doves opening September 1 in the North Zone and September 24 in the South Zone. Whitewing seasons gain extra days in South Texas, with increased bag and possession limits amid a reported rise in breeding whitewings in the Rio Grande Valley. Shooting hours run noon to sunset. daily bag 12 per species, posession 24 after the first day.
Use corn plasters to protect surfaces by placing them on the bottoms of fruit bowls fig urines vases and ash trays. They prevent scratches on end tables and other furniture.
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