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Whitewright Sun

Location

Whitewright, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1969

Page

4

Seniors Celebrate 1969 Annuals Off Press

Mrs. Harper announced on Thursday afternoon that the 1969 annuals were off the press. The signing party for seniors occurred Monday night at Susan Holloway's home and distribution to the student body happened Tuesday. Jeff Meador, Nancy Williams, Janis Hennig, Willie Wright, Vicki Burleson, Henry Bing, Sandra Shepherd, Janna Wilson, Sandy McKinney, and Judy Stapp are named.

Jeff Meador Nancy Williams Janis Hennig Willie Wright Vicki Burleson Henry Bing Sandra Shepherd Janna Wilson Sandy McKinney Judy Stapp

Juniors Honor Seniors At Whitewright High Banquet Prom

The junior class will honor the senior class of Whitewright High School with a banquet and prom on Saturday May 10 at Grayson County Jr College. The theme remains a secret but promises to be a gala occasion. Sophomore entertainers include Patsy Williams Dee Ann Dyer Kathy Morris Cecilia Compton Kay Burleson Larry Morris Larry Franklin Larry Bilmer Ken Bennett and Jerr Jester.

Whitewright High School Grayson County Jr. College Patsy Williams Dee Ann Dyer Kathy Morris Cecilia Compston Kay Burleson Larry Moreris Larry Franklin Larry Bilmner Ken Bennett Jerr Jester

Grayson County mock trial draws seniors and headlines

Friday morning May 2 seniors attended a mock trial at Gray son County College Auditorium sponsored by the Grayson County Bar Association. Two jurors from Whitewright Martha House and Dennis Barnes declined due to school activities.

Grayson County College Grayson County Bar Association Whitewright Martha House Dennis Barnes

Betas vote to present award at Whitewright meeting

Whitewright Beta Club led by President Rodney Nicely conducted the session as minutes were read by Nancy Willams. Mrs. Maddux of Crippled Children's Home praised the club for aiding the Easter Seal drive and presented a merit certificate. The group voted to fund the 1969 Jimmy Burchfield Scholarship with a $1000 deposit already given.

Whitewright Rodney Nicely Nancy Willams Maddux Crippled Children’s Home Jimmy Burchfield Burch

East Texas Rodeo star Kathy Wilson wins barrel racing

Kathy Wilson daughter of Mr and Mrs Wallace Wilson of Whitewright won first in barrel racing at the East Texas State University rodeo held Thursday and Friday night at the East Texas Campus Arena Commerce. She earns top prize and a belt buckle and serves as East Texas Rodeo Club Sweetheart while a junior. Donations for a $100 yearly scholarship from a $2000 field fund are sought through August via Mrs Gosnell or Mrs Holloway.

Kathy Wilson Wallace Wilson Whitewright East Texas State University East Texas Commerce Kathy East Texas Rodeo Club East Texas University Gosnell Holloway Beta Club Will Cureton Mike Spann Randy Lancaster Nancy Williams

Uptight at Linda Theater Starring St Jacques and Dee

This weekend at the Linda Theater the film Uptight features Raymond St Jacques and Ruby Dee. Showings start at 9 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. The drama follows a Black civil rights struggle in a 99 minute runtime and is recommended for mature audiences.

Linda Theater Uptight Raymond St Jacques Ruby Dee

Local hospital reports patient discharges

Mrs. Sam Golden is home from Sherman Community Hospital. Mrs. Lillian Baxter and Mrs. Jess Blanks have also been dismissed from Sherman Hospitals.

Sam Golden Sherman Community Hospital Lillian Baxter Jess Blanks Sherman Hospitals

Westerners shine at Van Alstyne visit for Western Week

Joel Whitewright High School sent its Western Week Show to Van Alstyne High School on Thursday at 10 o clock. Mr Montgomery Mrs Stapp and Mrs Johnson accompanied the group and they returned at 3 30 with news the trip was a success and well worthwhile.

Joel Whitewright van Alstyne High School Montgomery Stapp Mrs. Johnson van Alstyne

Maverick Car Promises Economy and Power in Campaign

In a Ford marketing exchange, Maverick is touted as a responsive small car. It claims 22.5 mpg, 105 horsepower, and 417 foot pounds of acceleration data. Maintenance is pitched as cheaper with oil changes every 6,000 miles and lubrication every 36,000 miles.

Ford Motor Company U.S Maverick’s Maverick Detroit

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