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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1971
Page
4
The Teacher Spotlight features Charles Pierce, elementary principal. He earned a BS from West Texas State University in Canyon. Pierce and his wife Patricia have three children, Chuck, 12, B.D., 3, and Teddy, 10 months, with favorites listed and a pet peeve of chewing gum.
FHA and FFA chapters called special meetings on March 16 to appoint committees for Western Week. Rodeo committee includes Larry Billner Dee Ann Dyer Kim Watkins Allan Harper Darrell Dyer Steve Fortner Brenda Bing Martha McFatridge Karen Holt and others. Publicity committee lists Kenny Golden Janice Summers Jimmy Spann Brenda Wright. Concession Stand includes Johnny Woodson Donna Haston Roy Layman Gary Christian Allan Harper Jerry Hicks Roberta Mitchell Glenna McCollum Brenda Stewart Wanda Henderson Judy Mitchell Phyllis Farnheart Pat Jackson Maryvaret Henderson. Coronation committee names Mike Spann Carolyn Tillett Carlos Bodine Jan Bennett. Program committee features E J Durham Phil Huffman Gail Murphree Jeanette Geers. Bar-B-Que includes Darrell Dyer Glenna McCollum Larry Billner Kenny Golden Steve Fortner Jimmy Worsham Roberta Mitchell Phyllis Earnheart Susie Bow Wanda Henderson Pat Jackson Patricia Caraway Regina Bartley Dana Kent Lana Lumpkins Donna Haston. Decoration lists third year ag boys Brenda Bing Pat Marelow Debbie Wortham Wanda Henderson. Finance chaired by Pam Edgington Larry Morris. Awards with Larry Morris Darrell Dyer Larry Bilmer Dee Ann Dyer Patti Dunlap Karen Holt. Gate includes Jimmy Worsham Debbie Wortham Allan Harper John Chesser Phil Huffman Brenda Wright Kathy Morris Stephanie Bush Ceceila Compton. Sheriff’s Posse for Parade and Trail Ride includes Darrell Dyer Jane Biggerstaff Steve Fortner Tanja Cate.
Whitewright High School juniors and seniors joined chaperones Mr. Johnson Mrs. Mays and Mrs. Keene for a Tuesday morning trip to Eisenhower Auditorium Denison. They attended Casa Manana's Cyrano De Bergerac in a program sponsored by the Denison High School Student Council with about 50 students present.
Whitewright High Tigers track in full swing with a recent trip to Nocona for the Indian Relays. Jerry Blanton tied for sixth in long jump at 18 feet 9.5 inches. The district meet set for April 7 at Bonham High School tracks will feature Honey Grove Wolfe City Whitesboro Pottsboro Detroit Van Alstyne and Fannindel with top two in each event advancing to regionals.
Debbie Wortham the FFA Sweetheart from Whitewright attended the Sweetheart contest at Sulphur Springs during the livestock show last week. Sixteen contestants entered from other towns and cities, with Debbie Hunt from Cooper, Texas winning the title.
Twenty Whitewright High School seniors traveled to East Texas State University on March 19 for a Career Conference. They toured campus and explored areas of specialization with Mrs. Mark Keene and David Johnson guiding them. Senator Ray Roberts spoke at the opening assembly before the students attended chosen meetings and returned at 3 39.
The event opened with a contestant reception and outline of proceedings then concluded with judging the Sweethearts and crowning the queen at the live stock show. Anthony Figg, a British collegian, claimed the eating championship by bolting down his meal in 39 minutes and 40 seconds.
Women driving at night can support safe travel by steering when needed and assisting with maps and road signs. Read routes on main roads, watch directional signs, suggest breaks every 100 miles, and ensure safety with seat belts plus a flashlight, flares, and a spare fuse.
Ten years ago a new concept in family entertainment was born as SIX FLAGS Over Texas debuted on former Texas ranch land midway between Dallas and Fort Worth. Visitors are called guests, with 1,500 hosts and hostesses creating a welcoming atmosphere. The park attracts about two million guests annually with a one price ticket of 5.75 dollars for adults and four dollars for children, under three admitted free. The site honors Texas history with six themed sections reflecting Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the Confederacy, and the United States.
The Senior in the Spotlight this week is Rick Roberts. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Roberts. Rick has three brothers, Terry, Steve and David. His favorites include chicken fried steak, drag racing, football and baseball, the movie Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, the song Looking Out My Back Door, John Fogerty, the color yellow, Steve McQueen, and Raquel Welch. He dislikes girls who wear talls and wigs.
On Tuesday afternoon March 16 the Tigerettes varsity win two of three while the B team takes the thriller 16 14 led by White Wright. Ian Bennett earns best game grade for hustle and skill as Wortham and Wright claim best grades for the varsity. Next games are Tuesday and Thursday with Bells.
Whitewright High School kicks off Western Week Monday March 29 running through April 2 with judging of best dressed cowboys and cowgirls. A parade Thursday April 1 begins at the high school and travels through the business district with rules on entries and placement. After the parade a trail ride ends at the Riding Club Arena for barbecue, then a rodeo and play night followed by a Friday crowning of the king and queen and a Variety Show. Tickets and general admission priced for adults and children.
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