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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1943
Page
3
War dispatch by Ernie Pyle from somewhere in Africa notes soldiers’ surprise at Africa’s vast resources and unexploited lands. He observes limited pets among front-line troops, vast jungle and plains, and a new global mindset forming as soldiers anticipate postwar mobility and careers.
Moonshine has hit an all time high at ten dollars a gallon along the Florida gulf coast. Makers predict it may reach twelve dollars unless ceilings pass. War driven sugar restrictions and rising costs feed a stronger local market. Some producers grow sugar cane and make molasses from sap or mash cornmeal with water to evade sugar limits.
A humorous quip about visiting a doctor for memory loss ending with the punchline that the doctor required payment in advance. The line showcases a dry, social commentary tone on medical billing.
A patriotic call urges Americans to save and buy more Bonds each payday to curb black markets and inflation, with a challenge to readers to determine the exact amount.
El Paso report tells how 10-year-old Bill Patton sent a personal note to Lt. Gen. George S. Patton Jr. in North Africa offering as a mascot and asking if they are related. Patton replies he has no London Derby ancestry and hopes for peace while noting future wars.
A light exchange shows a couple discussing a dress bought for 200 dollars. The buyer notes the cost while the other partner jokes about not being called first and saving a nickel, highlighting thrift and humor in daily spending.
Article critiques the 1943 Educational Finance Act S 637 proposing federal funds for teacher pay raises. It warns the act could centralize control, create a U S Commissioner of Education, and erode state school autonomy. The piece argues against federal involvement, citing dangers of bureaucracy and totalitarian overreach.
Practical tips include soaking potatoes in cold water before frying to prevent sticking, and jam jars with fat residues won’t preserve jam even after washing. A substitute for sugar in whipped cream is maple syrup. A method to keep loose casters from dropping uses melted paraffin in the caster holes. A small stocking tuck conceals a heel darn, and waxed oil plus chamois polish enhances bronze finish.
U S military authorities say the push to make American troops best equipped may backfire as lighter loads are studied for beach landings. North Africa and Aleutian experiences show heavy gear hinders rapid shoreline assault and drowning risks. Japanese have sometimes used minimal gear. Americans may discard nonessential items while preserving core fighting equipment.
Nash Kelvinator announces completion of arrangements with the United States Army Air Forces for quantity production of Sikorsky helicopters. The plant location and unit count are withheld. The project marks the first large scale production of this aircraft type worldwide. President George W. Mason notes the under license production will surpass the model tested at Wright Field.
Charles H Coffman is ordered to appear by 10 AM on Monday 26 July 1943 in Grayson County Texas before the Fifteenth District Court in Sherman to answer Fannie Coffman’s petition for divorce on grounds of cruel treatment. Citation issued 12 June 1943 by Clerk S V Earnest.
The defendant William Harrison is commanded to appear and answer by 10 o clock A M on the first Monday after 42 days from issuance, dated July 19 1943, before the Fifteenth District Court in Sherman Texas. Plaintiff Jessie Mae Harrison alleges marital breach due to defendant being a convict and parole violations. Issued June 2 1943 by Clerk A S V Earnest with deputy R C Steed.
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