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Newspaper

Whitewright Sun

Location

Whitewright, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1962

Page

6

High School Honor Roll Leaders Named in Six Weeks

The High School Reflector reports nine Juniors on the high honor roll led by Jackie Meador with 98.2. Delinda Blackerby and Doris Tillett tie for second at 97.75, followed by Jimmy Burch field at 97.6 and Delores Denton at 97. Sammy Montgomery at 96.8. Seniors, Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshmen are listed with multiple students earning honors, totaling a strong show of academic achievement across classes. The issue also comments on homemaking as a valuable subject and includes a column on working women.

Jackie Meador Delinda Blackerby Doris Tillett Jimmy Burchfield Delores Denton Sammy Montgomery Pattye Badgett Judy Gosnell Amy Alexander Joyce Bennett Mickey Meador Bill White Kay Buchanan Judy Durham Guy Ely Jerry Jones Joe Kaiser James Sparks Liz Stephens Rose Anne Bunch Glenda Hicks Peggy Kirby Leon Scott Gene Sparks Dumpy Cureton Evelyn Harvey Patricia Jarvis Carolyn Mullins Barbara Andrew Bobby Andrew Peggy Bennett Susan Blackerby Dorothy Burchfield Jeannie Deeds Anita Frisby Joe Hennig John Holloway Jill Meador Patsy Neal del Sears Diana Slaughter Becky Vestal Gail Wilson Ronnie Cook Karen Darwin Fern Fain Dickie Leonardi Nancy McKinney Kathy Wilson

Importance of Homemaking Misinterpreted by Society

An excerpt discusses common misunderstandings of homemaking historically as a task for girls. It notes that perceptions tied to gender roles and expectations shaped how domestic duties were viewed and taught within communities.

Here Come the Brides Junior Play Delights Local Audience

The Junior Class staged Here Come the Brides Friday night with excellent cast work and a highly positive reception. After the success, a Malt Shop party followed featuring steaks salad potatoes and strawberry shortcake.

D. D

Ag III boys dehorn nine cows and tattoo herd

Last Monday the Ag III class conducted a field trip to dehorn and tattoo nine cows for Mr Johnson using a new dehorning shoot which functioned well. A second trip last Thursday dehorned nine more cattle and vaccinated twenty two head with another positive outcome. Friday they finished Junior Play decorations and continued their farm management project.

Ag. III Mr. Johnson Ag III D. N

Junior Class Thanks Backstage Help For Play

The Junior Class extends thanks to attendees of the Junior Play Here Come the Brides presented last Friday. Special appreciation goes to Mrs Harper for directing the production and helping ensure its success.

Weekend Socials and a Divorce Citation in 1962 Texas

A local social note recalls weekend outings in Denison and Sherman area. Court papers show CITATION NO 68025 requires Thomas Aarone White to answer a divorce petition filed by Virginia Lee White in Grayson County before April 2, 1962, with cruel treatment alleged.

State OF Texas Thomas Aarone White A. D 15Th District Court Grayson County Court House Sherman Texas Virginia Lee White Sherman Texas S. W. Earnest Gladys Hamilton Whitewright Sun Allen Charles Crane District Court of Irene Margaret Crane S. V. Earnest

Weekend Social Inquiries and Friendly Chats

A string of short notes asks Kay B about a hospital visit and lists names like Susan B Gail W and Jill at a horse show. Questions to Anita F request help naming a new kitten. Other lines query Sandra K about Friday fun and inquire about Joe Monday, weekend plans and attendance at a play.

Kay B Susan B Gail W Jill Anita F Joe Sandra K Terry E Linda W Jeannie D Diana S Curtis T James S John H Bill W

Appreciation for Junior Play Ent

The community thanks Janis Johnson and her Rhythm Debs for intermission entertainment at the Junior Play. Grateful also to the Mothers for treats and to Mr. Dunlap for a meal after the play. An odd line notes a prairie dog and sun glare.

Janis Johnson Mr. Dunlap

Woman Has Dollar Bill With Dual George Washingtons

Veronica Polak of Perth Amboy says a one dollar bill with George Washington on both sides came from a grocer four years ago. The U S Treasury offered to exchange for a normal bill. a private collector allegedly offered 1500 dollars. The Sun notes this unusual money item.

Perth Amboy N.J Veronica Polak George Washington U.S. Treasury

Women Scientists Urged to Aid Medical Research Field

Dr. Virginia Tennyson of Columbia University warns that more young women must enter medical research to replace men leaving for electronics and other fields. She notes women may have advantages in intuition and patience and highlights National Foundation March of Dimes grants and scholarships supporting science careers and birth defect research.

Virginia Tennyson Tennyson Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons New York City National Foundation-March of Dimes United States National Foundation The Health Organization Dr. Tennyson

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