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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1975
Page
2
In a reflective column the author questions modern aims amid war, hunger, and economic unease. He cites media gloom, oil money in markets, and social disorder before urging faith in Jesus Christ and the Bible. He recalls personal trials in journalism and childcare, ending with renewed faith and optimism.
James W. Cravens, a 42 year veteran of the Texas Highway Department, will retire July 31 as head of the Paris district activities. Robert S. Thornburrow will succeed him as district engineer effective August 1, following Cravens’ May 16 last day and subsequent earned leave. Thornburrow, a Kansas State graduate and former assistant district engineer, has served since 1967 in Paris.
Essay praising the Scout motto Be prepared and the God and Country award for Mike Flowers. Compares Scout and Christian ideals, urging daily good turns, service to community, and ready devotion across seven days. Encourages teamwork, learning, and readiness to give time and resources to town and neighbors.
The mayor notes a productive council session with clear duties and no overlap. Preparations for sewage work on east and north Whitewright begin, bids sought for air conditioning at city hall, and street repairs noted. Water meters will be replaced, a designated truck route will restrict through traffic, and reminders to pay water bills and taxes follow.
Lone Star Gas Company says it has amended its counterclaim in a Houston lawsuit with La-Vaca Gathering Company and Coastal States Gas Producing Company seeking damages now set at 213 million dollars. Coastal States Gas Corporation is named as an additional defendant. The case is in early pretrial stages and outcomes are uncertain.
Clyde Lucas plans Southern Ice Company operations in town replacing individual management by W. R. Vineyard. Ray Henderson buys Mayo Meat Market in the former Stateville Grocery building. Mon. Mona Joyce Hansard visits grandparents in Checotah. Some students’ hobbies and new tennis courts at Whitewright High are noted along with class honors and a Dallas marriage of Grady Stepp and Georgia Mae Hicks.
Reader urges funding reform to raise state aid for districts in Texas. The proposal cites specific district figures showing current aid versus proposed aid and argues for equalizing educational opportunities using state funds without new taxes, warning courts may impose a solution if legislature fails.
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