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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1948
Page
3
A collection of humorous anecdotes and in speech fragments featuring family quips, office jokes, a governor with poor grammar, racehorse whispers, a Scotsman email, and a playful lawyer tale. Highlights include a father signing report cards, nagging as efficiency, and jokes about taxes and philosophy.
A husband tells Nancy he does not want flowers on his grave when he dies, remarking that floral tributes at a recent funeral were excessive. The exchange centers on funeral customs within their community.
On its 75th anniversary the Clarksville Times recalls what readers 75 years ago could not find in its pages. The list highlights radio, movies, fuel ships, income tax, feminism, jazz, airlines, and modern tech as absent then, while noting common sights and ways of life such as side saddles, horse transportation, family questions, and simple pleasures.
A Chicago department store unveiled a 21st century zoot suit at the Chicago Museum of Science and Industry. Three college boys modeled the plastic tropical weight outfit with air cooling claims and futuristic features, though actual air conditioning units were not yet invented. State officials called it a prediction, but optimistic about its potential to keep a man at 70 degrees.
The narrator visits Fort Davis with Barry Scobee writer and judge of the peace. They tour the high town and Mt Locke observatory, note 22 planted trees, and discuss Magee expedition, Spanish history, and local restoration efforts.
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