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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1961
Page
1
Local readers note new telephone directory numbers with no public explanation from the company. Pancake Day is set for Saturday March 11 with breakfast 6 to 10 AM and supper 4 to 8 PM at the Firemen's Hall to fund the senior trip.
A veteran quips about price changes from whiskey to milk, noting how a gallon of whiskey once cost less than today's milk price. The remark reflects changing costs and nostalgia for past times.
The piece argues that the Texas Legislature repeatedly divides into rival factions every two years over the election of a House speaker. It calls for stopping the pattern as it impairs legislative function and progress.
Texas Retail Grocers Association warned that a proposed milk importation bill, already moving through the Texas Senate, would raise consumer prices and risk shortages. They argued current standards via the Standard Milk Ordinance already regulate imported milk, and Texas regulations differ from other states. The group noted decades with no major milk epidemics and asserted the bill benefits large Texas dairy cooperatives.
Mrs Edna E Hunter longtime Orangeville resident died March 3 in San Bernardino California at age 103. She was buried March 7 in Inglewood California. Survived by three daughters Mrs Jim Bledsoe Commerce Oklahoma Mrs A D Hunter Bethany Oklahoma and Mrs Ora Neary San Bernardino six grandchildren six great grandchildren and ten great great grandchildren Cecil Watson of Whitewright is a grandson.
Pekoe designates large leaf tea and is not a quality indicator. The word comes from Chinese meaning white hair and was used for young leaves with down. The leaves were sometimes scented with orange blossoms by the Chinese.
The description highlights voters who elect representatives and fund state operations through taxes, ensuring legislators perform their duties responsibly and with sensible governance.
Community Public Service Company earned first place in its division for public utilities in a National Safety Council contest for 1959 and 1960. CPS posted a low frequency rate of 2.32 while rivals ranged up to 42.38. the company emphasizes safe working and driving and has a long record of fleet safety awards. W J Mullican leads safety efforts with district director Joe Cureton in X Fort Worth.
President Kennedy is considering a series of nationwide radio and television speeches to garner public support for his programs. The plan aims to pressure Congress by winning backing from voters as some proposals face trouble in Congress. Deputy press secretary Andrew Hatcher outlined the broadcasts as a way to explain the programs in detail.
Texas unemployment rose to 6.3 percent in mid January with about 222,800 people out of work, the Texas Employment Commission reported. Officials expect a slight decline in joblessness by mid March.
Mrs. Al Norrell of Sherman warns Grayson County residents that sending Easter Seals to out of county campaigns reduces funds for local crippled children. She notes Texas centers treat county children locally and a new center west of Wilson N Jones Hospital needs county support.
Postmaster General J Edward Day said he would press for higher rates shifting first class mail from four to five cents and air mail from seven to eight cents. He noted a need for larger increases in second and third class rates to achieve an $843 million annual rise, aiming for Congress approval this year to offset a roughly $900 million revenue gap. He cited a 2000 facility construction goal and reviewed automation, criticizing the Providence unit and cautious about Oakland plans. Automation may work for pencils, Day quipped, but mail cannot be discarded if damaged.
Dun and Bradstreet reported a postwar peak with 408 business failures in the week ended March 2, up from 348 the prior week and 299 in the same week last year.
A reader from Tom Bean vents about a government farm bureau visit urging posthole diggers and cedar posts, idling cedar fences, and electric fencing. He suspects official meddling while noting Ringling Circus attendance and a proposed Say What You Think Week. He jokes about a neighbor needing hospital care for a rant.
The Whitewright Junior Class under Mrs. J A Harper Jr presents Hillbilly Courtship a three act farce at the High School Gym Friday night March 17 Curtain at 730 pm Admission 50 cents adults 35 cents children under twelve free Ten home baked cakes to be given away Cast includes Joe Kaiser Judy Durham James Sparks Amy Alexander Jerry Jones Guy Ely Selena Key James England Elizabeth Stephens Carolyn Wetzel Sammy McKinney and more The plot centers on a mountain feud a love match and a wedding bureau misadventure with a preacher finale.
Rep. Tony Korioth of Sherman assails Citizens for a Sales Tax as a wolf in sheep's clothing amid Texas tax battles. He cites oil and gas lobby ties and lists Sealy as attorney for Mobil Oil, Atlantic Refining, and Honolulu Oil. He backs three Daniel plan bills to cut the state deficit.
Dr Paul Dudley White warns Americans are physically unfit and should start fitness between 17 and 30. He notes many take a holiday from exercise during late teens and early twenties and urges daily walking as a lifelong habit for children and youths.
Maitre d hotel butter is soft butter mixed with lemon juice and minced parsley. This mixture is commonly used as a topping for fish or steak.
The Grayson Chamber of Commerce meeting voted unanimous endorsement of flood-control retention dams on Pilot Grove and Sister Grove creeks southwest of town. They directed secretary Clyde Little to inform County Judge Jim Dickson and County Commissioner Wayne Bruce. The session also discussed Trades Day plans and local business recruitment near Whitewright.
Captain Marvin Blount of the Texas Department of Public Safety reports 69 percent of Grayson County vehicles have not been inspected with about six weeks to the deadline. He urges owners to obtain 1961 inspection stickers early to avoid delays and lines at stations. Nearly half of inspected cars required adjustments or repairs.
A simple whipped cream mix with fresh grated horseradish and finely chopped apple accompanies baked ham smoked tongue or corned beef. The combo adds a sharp fruity heat and creamy balance, elevating deli and roast meats with a tangy glow.
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