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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1967
Page
2
Texas farmers report severe wheat losses totaling about 52 million dollars as spot wheat near two dollars per bushel failed to meet expectations. A prolonged drought and a late May freeze damaged crops, prompting plowing of wheat fields for spring planting and a shift in outlook from December optimism to reduced harvest hopes.
Washington report notes ragweed cannot be eliminated due to high costs. Agriculture official Francis J. Mulhern testified before a House Agriculture subcommittee that eradication would be prohibitive at 1.50 to 50 dollars per acre. Pollen could worsen hay fever and asthma.
A tip explains placing a coin on a bottle cap before removal to avoid denting and allow resealing. The Agriculture Department forecasts a record 1.55 billion bushels crop by June 1 to meet domestic and foreign demand with 100 million in reserve.
The share of U S housing units owned by occupants rises to 63.5 percent in the first quarter, the highest on record. Ownership is highest in non metropolitan areas at 70 percent, with the North Central region near 69 percent and the Northeast at 57.5 percent.
Gus Jones, district manager, emphasizes four key contact times with the local Social Security office. Surviving family members should inquire about survivor benefits. those who become disabled may qualify after 12 months under amendments. at age 62 one should visit or call to discuss benefits. within three months of 65, contact to enroll in Medicare. Office hours extend to 7:45 p.m. Thursdays. Located at 315 West Mulberry Sherman. Bonham representative available Wednesdays and Fridays 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon in East Sam Rayburn Drive County Office Building West wing.
After the new law, licenses renewals and first applications will include color mug shots. Numbers ending in even digits trigger color photos for cashiers, with two year or four year cycles and sealed plastic licenses. First applications involve inked thumbs. Provisions cover under 21 provisional licenses and staggered renewal rules for operators. The Agriculture Department history notes a 1862 origin and 1889 administrative shift.
State of Texas issues citation to Betty Ann Gailey in Grayson County for divorce from James William Gailey. Plaintiff seeks a divorce on grounds of cruel treatment. citation directs appearance by July 17, 1967. Published in The Whitewright Sun June 8, 15, 22, 29, 1967.
The case No 72924 in Grayson County District Court lists plaintiffs Velvie Estes Wight Herbert Estes and J G Estes. defendants include Edith Warner L B Warner Kate Garvin James Estes Patsy Bennett Lawrence Bennett W W Estes Jessie Ferrell Deckard Harry F Deckard Ezra Estes Neil Trammell Estes Raymond Trenton Estes Charles Estes and unknown heirs of Fred H Estes E G Estes and J W Estes. The petition seeks partition of land in Whitesboro and nearby tracts with a potential receiver sale and distribution of proceeds after expenses. The real estate includes Lots 23 24 25 26 in Block E of Whitesboro with exceptions and adjacent parcels along Jordan Creek. Proceedings show a 90 day unserved notice issued June 1967.
The piece emphasizes the economic benefit of gas powered air conditioning, noting its cost savings and efficiency. It frames gas cooling as economical to operate and maintain, highlighting fuel efficiency and lower running costs.
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