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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1954
Page
4
Subscription notice lists rates for Grayson and Fannin counties two dollars per year outside counties two dollars fifty nine cents and five dollars for foreign subscriptions. The notice promises corrections for any erroneous reflections upon any person firm or corporation brought to the publisher’s attention.
Report from Washington says a strong lobby opposes House Bill 116 which would ban interstate fireworks shipments. Texas allows sales except in supervised displays. many states prohibit and cities curb use. Proponents argue strict Senate action would quickly enact the measure to prevent injuries to children and others from dangerous fireworks. The bill targets illegal sales while preserving authorized displays. Local backs include national groups like the American Medical Association and the National Fire Protection Association. Greenville Banner notes past issues with mail orders and child buyers echoing the need for tighter controls.
A waitress lures wise guys with a whispered number at a restaurant and when dialed the response is a pleasant Pest Control Service.
St Louis car dealers join a Better Business Bureau code to curb deceptive ads. It bans bait pricing and misleading claims while requiring proof for advertised statements. Bootlegger ads and exaggerated phrases are barred, with broad local media support and aims to restore public trust and fair competition.
New Orleans reports the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission promoting alligator hunting as a cheap and exciting pastime. Hunters can earn by selling hides at 2.75 dollars per foot, needing only a hatchet, a pole, a sack and a good imitation of an alligator.
Legal column explains how proper will drafting avoids estate taxes and litigation. It uses a Texas example with community property to show tax savings from life income arrangements versus outright bequests, recommends consulting a lawyer, and advertises a free State Bar pamphlet.
Q and A style item discussing eligibility for VA compensation for a training injury under Public Law 16, GI loans for multi unit homes up to four units, a widow’s GI term insurance claim with unpaid premium, and how to compute annual income for VA pension purposes with gross salary included.
The report outlines gross pay deductions including retirement contributions and withheld income tax. It details the amounts withheld for retirement programs and the corresponding tax withholdings, presenting totals and net pay.
Evansville Indiana two officers detected kerosene on a spectator near a fire. Harvey Simmons 46 admitted lighting the trailer home of Alex Scott over alleged flirting with Mrs. Simmons. He was booked on arson charges.
Nashville report quotes J C Penney chairman, 78, stating the retailer will expand with 30 new outlets and upgrade more than 100 others, predicting a better year than last. The article notes Penney’s confidence amid recession rumors.
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