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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1942
Page
8
Senator Taft of Ohio urged a seven class draft plan based on family status rather than dependency. The bill would exhaust each class before proceeding and would not alter occupational deferments or be retroactive. It outlines seven categories by age, marital status, and whether they have children, with dates tied to the 1940 and 1941 draft acts.
Washington reports Senator John H Bankhead says a Senate poll shows Roosevelt cannot win a revision of farm price formulas under the price control act. He doubts any serious move to alter ceilings, though Roosevelt urged parity based limits and lower ceilings in his wartime cost of living plan.
More than a score of candidates have announced for public office in Grayson County with more likely to join soon. Current contenders include Olan R. Van Zandt for state senator and R. B. Caraway, W. J. Minton, M. B. Morgan for representatives, J. B. Benton for state flatorial representative, and local officials such as W. R. Henderson, Jake J. Loy for county judge, G. P. Gafford, Fred Mooty, J. Benton Davis for sheriff, Collier Yeary and S. V. Earnest for district clerk, and George Schumacher among tax officers. Incumbents Ralph Elliott, H. Grady Thompson, and Beulah Pitt Howdeshel face no opposition to second terms. Filing deadlines run June 1 and June 13 with Judge Carter.
Texas records show 230 traffic deaths caused directly by drunken driving in 1941. A total of 2 313 intoxicated motorists were involved in accidents, with 1 323 classified as obviously drunk by state police. Pedestrian cases included 175 drunken pedestrians, 51 deaths, and 124 non fatal injuries. February summaries note 20 of 86 deaths due to drunken drivers.
Texas authorities join a multi state effort to curb drunken driving with a year long moratorium aimed at cutting the national traffic toll. The move follows preliminary last year figures showing 45 000 automobile deaths, sparking the call for action.
Thousands of pounds of food wasted as continued shipment of supplies to the Pitts commodity room are spoiled. The report notes spoilage concerns affecting relief stock and logistics. Local officials urge inspection and improved handling to prevent future losses.
The Pittsburg Gazette notes criticism of relief food waste in burg where supplies spoil before consumption. It cites condemned foods like cabbage oatmeal and citrus, urging distributors to replace surplus rather than waste government funds during wartime.
During a low mood the shoe shiner, the Pullman porter, and cab driver welcomed tips with cheer. Retail staff showed alertness to serve. The most precious asset in business is good will. one discourteous sales person may upset an entire up-trend.
Citation directs M. Y. Early to appear by June 15 1942 to answer Fair Early's petition for divorce filed April 28 1942 in District Court Grayson County at Sherman with a 48919 file number. Court issued April 29 1942. Deputy: Shirley Clayton.
A columnist reflects that higher volume may force sales staff to disappoint buyers more often, but delivering denials with a smile could lessen resentment. The piece suggests attitude can soften customer reactions amid tightening conditions.
The Sun lists authorized candidates for the July 1942 Democratic primary across several local offices. Names include F W Alverson for Public Weigher. H Grady Thompson seeking re election as County Clerk. Fred Hank Mooty and J B Davis as Sheriff. Prentice Gafford as Council District judge. Jake Loy and Vernie Henderson vying for County Judge. S B Vaughan and J S Taylor for Commissioner Prect 2. George Schumacher and Robert Dean for Tax Assessor Collector. S V Earnest and Paul Finch for District Clerk.
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