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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1955
Page
4
The notice lists subscription prices for Grayson and Fannin Counties at 2 dollars, outside Grayson and Fannin Counties at 2 dollars, and foreign subscriptions at 5 dollars. It invites corrections for any erroneous reflections upon the character or standing of any person, firm, or corporation brought to the publisher.
The Deport Times reports FCDA guidance urges city residents to store a week of food and water and consider rural shelters. It suggests keeping radios, blankets, fuel, maps, and provisions refreshed, and rural households should also stock extra supplies. The tone notes fear may be overblown but warns readiness remains prudent.
The text argues that glamour and applause do not equal greatness or influence. It distinguishes the man of the hour from lasting impact, noting a sparkling stone or clever student does not guarantee success or philosophy. What the unimportant do ultimately matters.
The text extols humble fidelity and loyalty as essential forces in history. It argues that everyday acts, though unseen, fortify a future brighter than dramatic events. It emphasizes the value of ordinary workers whose quiet contributions shape civilization.
The Texas House approved a toned-down version of the unfair sales bill regulating grocery prices by voice vote. The measure would permit selling at or below cost only if grocers agree to unlimited quantities.
Governor Shivers proclaims May 22 to 28 as U S Defense Savings Bonds Week urging Texans to boost purchases. More than 1,200 volunteers from every county will assist the drive led by Camp County chairman Alfred A Hall. Texas sales goal is 201.9 million dollars with a national goal of 5.5 billion.
The Agriculture Department reports Texas produced 3,923,000 bales of cotton in 1954, down from 4,317,000 in 1953, with a 1954 value of about $635.5 million. Nationally, 1954 output reached 13,679,000 bales valued near $2.302 billion, below 1953’s 16,465,000 bales.
In Long Beach California the Superior Court runs a divorce marathon led by Judge George Francis aiming to finish 120 cases by Friday. Contested cases are set aside for speed, using an assembly line method to cut the usual two month wait to about two weeks.
Commissioner's Court on Tuesday authorized Mrs. Iva Davidson county tax assessor to hire an additional deputy for June July and August to help complete the 1955 assessments. The deputy will be paid 180 dollars a month.
Local social notes list visitors and family gatherings across Whitewright and area towns. Floyd Collins of Midland and numerous families visit, attend events, and host relatives. Florena Williams acts in Arsenic and Old Lace at Texas State College for Women in Denton.
E J Hendricks finds a spelling pad in a trunk dated 1894 with six teachers at the school and pupils who signed entries including Eldon H Foster Hattie Pate Aline Miller Edward Dabney Carrie Lannius Joe Ben Blackeney Verne Cecil and Roscoe Doss. Hendricks notes many changes in schools since then. The note also contrasts France’s 1801 population of about 27 million with today’s 43 million.
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