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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1947
Page
9
Boyce House mocks Pawtucket Rhode Island with jokes about laughter and freedom. The writer jokes that a man was fined for laughing and contrasts Texas open spaces with Rhode Island density, inviting the Rhode Islander to Texas where loud city noises drown humor.
A quip about city horn blasts and fines for laughter turns into a humorous reflection on mood and civic life. The speaker jokes about Pa w tucket and the absurdity of fining happiness while praising those who see the silver lining. The tone blends wit and regional pride.
Mrs. Katherine Brown, 33, of Glen Willard suburb, sought a divorce from husband for all night fishing too often. She testified he forgot his fishing tackle, and the judge granted the divorce.
In Buffalo, Dr Edward L Ball Cincinnati dentist argued before the New York Dental Society that toothpicks are the best means of cleaning teeth and could prevent 75 percent of tooth decay. He noted no risk difference between private and public use.
Weldon Nowlin in the Ennis Daily News muses on age and folly noting nature’s wit as it once did not account for spectacles yet cleverly positioned our ears. The piece blends humor about aging with a reflection on natural design.
Railroad Commission officials do not foresee a gasoline shortage for Texas. Commissioner Murray says Texas production and refining are widespread enough to meet demand, even with Indiana’s Standard Oil allocating supplies to dealers.
Mrs. Ronda Williams near Randall Lake reports prize chickens and turkeys disappearing as wolves roam at large. She says the animals are getting bolder and that something must be done to address the issue.
Notice invites the public to view the new Leonard Deep Freeze refrigerator at White Auto Store. Auto loans offered with quick approval. bring car title for inspection and potential refinancing. Card of Thanks published by Whitewright H D Club thanking community helpers and sponsors of the Summer Festival.
Cleveland news reports Ewan Clague, commissioner of the U S Bureau of Labor Standards, says millions face two working lives from 18 and around 45. He notes heavy work ages, like rubber, may force retirements to second careers. He urges expanded adult education and guidance for students to plan a second career for job security.
The Chrysler Corporation announced it will suspend operations from the end of this week to July 14, idling 20,000 workers because of materials shortages. Assembly of De Soto cars continues until next Tuesday, but bodies and final passenger car assembly across Plymouth, Dodge, and Chrysler divisions halt this Saturday.
A 20-year-old truck driver, Charles J. Huntoon, was critically injured yesterday when a butane gas truck caught fire and exploded in Perryton. The blast destroyed three automobiles and two trucks and damaged a nearby lumberyard as the driver tried to extinguish the blaze.
Washington Gen Dwight D Eisenhower Army Chief of Staff today accepted the presidency of Columbia University He will assume the post on his release from active Army duty in the first half of 1948.
Oklahoma residents may legally sip wine with up to 3.2 percent alcohol under an attorney general ruling. The guidance clarifies wine remains allowed in dry Oklahoma within the 3.2 percent limit. London is listed as one of the cleanest cities in the world.
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