5 874 Violations In Drouth Feeding
A 1954–56 drouth emergency feed program audit shows 5 874 Texas farmers and ranchers involved in 15 931 violation instances totaling 1 413 869 dollars. The report cites certificates used as script for non eligible purchases and unauthorized back bills, with 78 of 247 dealers free of irregularities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Texas
Agriculture Department
Internal Audit Division
Dallas
Senate Agriculture Committee
Healer No Help for Hiccups in Durban Case
Maureen Morton aged 18 in Durban sought relief from six month hiccuping after visiting spiritual healer Albert Burne who claimed contact with an eminent 2500 year old Egyptian. She now hiccups about 1440 times an hour with brief two hour pause after the session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Durban
Maureen Morton
Maureen
Albert Burne
$140,000 Damages Sought in Sherman Car Collision Suit
James R. Evans of Sherman files a $140,000 damage suit in 59th District Court against driver Clifford Jarvis for injuries from a two car crash north of Denison on May 3. Plaintiffs include Mrs. Charles D. Evans and Robert Wishon with specified injury amounts. The wreck killed two year old Charles Evans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sherman
James R. Evans
59Th District
Denison
Clifford Wilson Jarvis
Whitewright
Evans
Robert D. Wishon
Charles D. Evans
Ve Tas Evans
Wishon
Charles Evans
Red River
Ministers Should Not Expect Discounts, Says Calhoun
Jay Calhoun national director of Ministerial Services United Christian Missionary Society told the Texas Christian Missionary Convention that ministers must not seek discounts from businessmen. He urged churches to pay adequate salaries and end indefensible favors to gain public respect.
French Singers Cancel TV Appearance Over Pay
A group of 21 French singers canceled a scheduled television appearance in New York after determining they must join the American Federation of Radio and Television Artists at 115 dollars per person, while the TV gig would pay 87 dollars each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
American Federation of Radio and Television Artists
He Can Still Hear Her Nag Once a Day
Mrs. Christian T. Kaysen challenges a court separation order granting her husband one home-cooked meal daily. He attempted to take their boxer dog to share the meal, sparking dispute in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Christian T. Kaysen
Citation Notice in Grayson County Divorce Case
Citation issued to Margaret Stone in Grayson County Texas for divorce petition filed by Richard Olin Stone. Court in Sherman expects answer by first Monday after 42 days from issuance. Publication dates listed: July 25 August 1 8 15 1957.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Texas
Margaret Stone
A. D
Fifteenth District Court
Grayson County
Court House
Sherman
Texas
Richard Olin Stone
A D
S. V. Earnest
Shirley Davis
Whitewright Sun
500th Telephone Is Installed Here
Whitewright marks a milestone with the 500th telephone installed at Mr. and Mrs. George Pitman home. Jerome McKinney of Southwestern Bell lauds the town’s growth from 349 telephones in 1952 to 502 in service now. He notes the expansion mirrors Whitewright’s progress and expects continued growth with ongoing local support.
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George Pitman
Whitewright
Joe Bodine
Southwestern Bell Service
Jerome McKinney
Denison
Southwestern Bell Telephone Company
Pitman
Leonard
Quaker Oats Company
Sherman
McKinney
Southwestern Bell
How to Cheer Dad in Melrose Park Incident
A Melrose Park father overheard his child making a grim remark about his death while a seven year old girl showed a friend ashtrays she had crafted. The friend's exclamation suggested making a tombstone after the father’s death.
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Philadelphia
Melrose Park
Hoover warns of government encroachment endangering liberty
An elder statesman cites Herbert Hoover asserting that government overreach is the greatest issue facing America and humanity. He warns that reliance on state aid and privileges risks sacrificing liberty for security, leading to a prison like society.
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Herbert Hoover
America
Doles
Subscription Rates for Grayson and Fannin Counties
Rates listed for Grayson Fannin and outside counties with foreign subscriptions at five dollars. The policy promises prompt correction of any erroneous reflections upon individuals firms or corporations when notified to the publisher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grayson and
Fannin Counties
Jokes and Anecdotes from a Rural Life and Faith
A collection of humorous exchanges and quips from a small town, including a dentist gag about being painless, a revivalist pledge for peace with the Lord, reflections on mistakes and success, and lighthearted family banter. The pieces feature Dinah, Jamie, Elsie, Joe, Jim, and others in everyday scenes with a gentle faith and homey humor.
Aging Parents Trick Revealed in Insurance Form
An insurance agent spots the figures 127 and 123 in the fields for ages of father and mother. The applicant explains the numbers reflect if living, not actual ages, noting the parents would be that old if they were living.
Festive One and Tone Policeman Exchange Mystery
A cryptic dialogue fragment features Festive One asking about a drowned man and Tone Policeman seeking a specific item, implying a local inquiry or odd exchange from an OCRed page. The snippet hints at a humorous or coded street exchange without clear context or names.
Citation by Publication No 11166 in Ivy Prestage Estate
Public notice in Grayson County Texas requires all interested parties to appear for final settlement on the estate of Ivy Wilson Prestage. Cassie Florine Prestage as temporary administratrix filed final account and discharge application on July 1957. Hearing set for August 5 1957 at Sherman Courthouse.
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State OF Texas
Ivy Wilson
Grayson County
Texas
Cassie Florine
A. D
Sherman
J. C. Buchanan
Tex
Connell Rogers
Whitewright Sun
Color and Communication in Modern Homes and Travel
Readers are urged to stay connected after out of town visits, noting long distance calls ease anxiety. Bargain rates apply after six p m or all day Sunday. Call by number to speed connections. The piece highlights color trends in cars, fashion, telephones and home decor as affordable, modern choices.
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Drouth
Spivy
Bonham, Texas
First National Bank
Member
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
the Sun
the Whitewright Sun
T. Glenn Doss
National Editorial Associations
AND
Texas Press Association
DODGE
Plymouth
Montgomery Motor Co
Dick Montgomery
Mer. & Co-Owner
Dodge-Plymouth
W. Main
Dinah
Janie
Mother
Jamie
Joe
Jim
Elsie
Lad
Jack
Mathematics
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