Army engineers accept bids to sell Denison dam area farm buildings
Bids due by 2 p.m. March 20 for sale of farm structures and fences in the Denison dam reservoir area. Listings cover Grayson and Marshall counties plus Woodville and Aylesworth. Items include 104 barns, multiple farm houses ranging from one to nine rooms, extensive wire, a concrete silo, and four Woodville store buildings.
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Providence Baptist Church
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Sherman Boy Scout
Little Toy Soldier Poem Tribute to War Silence
A poem by George H. Sweetnam laments a toy soldier sent to war. It contrasts childhood play with a frontline transition and a vow that Old Glory will lead to peace when God's trumpet calls. The piece reflects on sacrifice and national duty in wartime.
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George H. Sweetnam
Quick-Witted Private in Camp
A young beauty startled by rifle fire collapses into a private's arms. She asks for forgiveness but he replies with humor and suggests they move to watch the artillery. The moment plays on wartime camp bravado and quick wit.
novice asks why used car jerks at gear
The scene captures a novice asking why a used car jerks when shifting into gear. The salesman anecdotes that the twitch proves the car is real and eager to start, befitting a lighthearted old-time car lot exchange.
How to Make Your Meat Go Further in Wartime Meals
Nutrition authorities urge meat saving strategies to support the home front. Practical ideas include brisket with beans, leftovers repurposed into toasted brisket sandwiches, and stuffed peppers with ground meat. Pork loin blade end roasts use low heat and bread dressings to stretch servings. Lamb shoulder roasts yield stuffing and versatile leftovers for future meals.
Victory Garden A wartime guide for 1943 gardening
The article urges Americans to grow vegetables at home to support wartime food needs. It notes canned goods will be rationed as half of vegetables are sent to the military, and promotes plans for green and yellow vegetables and tomatoes. It advises planting enough tomatoes to can and serve fresh, and mentions government steps to ensure jar rings and closures for home canning.
Fat Cattle Wanted for Butchering Ad by Pascal Farley
Wanted to buy nice fat cattle for butchering. Advertisement placed by Pascal Farley. tf a)
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Pascal Farley
Victory garden guidance urges shared canning and diverse veg plan
The article advises pooling canning equipment and sharing resources as demand for pressure canners may exceed supply. It encourages group canning, community food preservation centers, and sowing carrots turnips potatoes and cabbages. It highlights tomatoes, greens, beans and peas for vitamins A C iron and calcium.
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Victory
Yank in the RAF film sparks lighthearted soldier banter
Two soldiers joke about a movie title and a mistaken accent as they discuss watching a film. One quips about being a Yank in the RAF while the other insists he is a Yank in the red. Their exchange reveals wartime camaraderie and humor amid duty.
Change in Accent Disturbs British Speech
Geoffrey Whitworth of the British Drama League warns American and Canadian accents influence British children as North American soldiers populate English districts. The League records traditional British speech to preserve it. A tramp asks a severe question about begging and car wishes.
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London
Geoffrey Whitworth
British Drama League
Whitworth
League
Whitewright Texas Election Notice For 1943 City Commissioners
City of Whitewright to hold election at City Hall on April 6 1943 to elect two city commissioners for two year terms polls open 8 a m to 7 p m presiding judge J W Hollingsworth assistant judge C C Dillon and clerks Mrs Allen T Short and Mrs O L Jones appointed by city commission mayor F M Echols attested by Jesse Wallace city secretary
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J. W. Hollingsworth
C. C. Dillon
Allen T. Short
O. L. Jones
F. M. Echols
Jesse Wallace
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Oak Hill Cemetery Road
Russell Summers
Percy Darwin
R. E. L. Binion
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Co. A. McLean
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