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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1969
Page
1
Rotary District 581 Governor Bill Herr spoke at the Whitewright Rotary Club meeting on Friday outlining Rotary International plans for the year under President Jim Conway of New York with the theme Review and Renew. He noted a goal to grow U S membership as the world federation continues expansion.
W. E. Black of Texas A&M says inflation harms farmers by raising production costs and eroding purchasing power. He notes agriculture gains only if national inflation control policies reduce price pressures, describing producers squeezed between rising costs and low incomes.
Weather data from Noble Bennett shows Whitewright received about 38.75 inches of rain in the first half of 1969, May as the wettest month at 15 inches, with other months recording lower totals. An older note says July brought about 5 inches, suggesting possible relief for drought‑stressed crops.
Sun editorial urges Whitewright residents and merchants to engage with Health Department visits outlining Neighborhood Development Program funds. It claims about 1 million 200 thousand dollars could be available and urges citizens to submit visions for curbs, parks, roads, downtown renewal and other civic improvements to shape the master plan.
The Whitewright Independent School District board hired Jerry Langford and Melinda Green for junior high science and French English positions. They discussed a possible tax increase to cover about 5,000 in higher expenses, including a 2,600 rise in local funds and a projected 1,200 loss in state funds due to ADA reductions. Maintenance and other costs are also rising. The board reappointed Jim Carraway Ready Childress and Joe Cureton to the tax equalization board.
A truck driver for Eagle Trucking accidentally demolished the red light on Main Street last Wednesday. Jackie Howell and Dorsey Brooks removed the broken fixture. The light will be repaired in Grand Prairie at an estimated cost of $300 with Eagle Trucking asked to cover the bill.
Vernon Beckham, state representative, says he will back a two year appropriation bill sought by Gov. Preston Smith. He notes at least 58 revenue measures are before the legislature to raise about 300 million for the next two years. He opposes an income tax and outlines possible revenue steps including a one cent sales tax raise and taxes on services and corporate income.
Counterfeit money circulates around Whitewright with fake tens seen at First National Bank City Hall and J O Wallace’s in Ely. Authorities link notes to a Dallas counterfeit ring and warn the bills may be detectable by a magnifying glass and subtle defects in the Hamilton portrait seal and federal stamp.
Rose Hill will host its second homecoming on Sunday with a midday potluck. Last year more than 300 former residents attended the event to reconnect in their hometown. City records note a recently found bogus bill at City Hall discovered by City Secretary Helen Billner.
The Grayson County Commissioners Court in regular session approved buying 1,600 feet of 18 inch pipe for all four precincts at 2.00 a foot. It urged state funding for Red River Authority planning. Leslie Wood was authorized to buy a used steel bridge for 1,750 dollars and to sell a truck for 450 dollars to help cover costs.
Texas Football magazine predicts Whitewright will finish second behind Honey Grove in District 16 A football standings. It notes Whitewright’s strong line and running backs but flags quarterback troubles, with key players Willie Wright Randy Lancaster and Henry Bing among those highlighted. Also mentions rival East Texas Football’s similar view and a gospel meeting at Whitewright Church of Christ led by Charles Kuhn and Gene Pearson through August 2.
Whitewright officials pursue a $23 727 federal grant to fund a sewer project worth $90 000. Applications under Public Works and Facilities are filed and a Texas Water Quality Board letter says the request will be reviewed in the current fiscal year. The notice from Arvel L. Wilson of the Interior Department notes the project may be partly financed by a bond issue.
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