Whitewright High seniors stage playful farewell camp saga
The senior class declares a tongue in cheek last will and testament bequeathing their traits to juniors then relives a Turner Falls camp trip. They tour falls, skate, swim, and stage a late night prank chase, with chaperones and teachers closing the memorable trip.
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White, White, and White
Whitewright
Texas
Whitewright High School
Naomi Penny
Earleen Benson
Wilma Alexander
Marjorie Henderson
Mary Phillips
Martha Jo Darwin
Bussy Thornhill
Brazwell Alexander
Melvin Tidwell
Rudolph Russell
Thelma Autrey
Drunette Farley
Marcell Gosnell
Mildred Fleming
Floyd Everheart
David Taylor
Billie Pritchett
Howard Wallace
Euna Smith
Irene Mitchell
Dorothy Smith
Beulah Mae Scott
Doris Nicholson
Claire Doss
Buck Howard
Leslie Andrew
Helen Claborn
Marilyn Smith
Sara Kathryn Atterberry
Merlyn Brown
G. W. Scott
Willie B. Smith
R. A. Scott
Clifton Burchfield
Jack Wallace
Doss Davis
Joe Yates
Geraldine Garner
Ruby Pierson
John Robert Bow
Robert Benson
Roberta Ford
Fredna Owens
Cleddie Brown
George Hansard
Velma Jo Reeves
Imogene Head
Clyde Marie Russell
Modene Vineyard
Ina Lee Hicks
Emma Joyce Hinton
Billy Glen Earnheart
Joe Majors
Velma Lee Norris
Charles Harrison
Doyle Alexander
M. W
Seniors Visit Turner Falls From Whitewright Trip
The W. H. S. senior class left Whitewright at 7 AM on Thursday for Turner Falls arriving at 10 AM. They explored the falls, had lunch, swam at Sulphur, danced and took photographs, then returned to camp for more activities including a movie or dancing.
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Mr. Key
Ardmore
Davis
Sara Atterberry
Doris Nicholson
Wilma Alexander
Whitewright
Earnheart
Harrison
Atterberry
Kennemer
Key
Cunningham
Turner Falls
W. A
Who's Who Senior Sweetheart of the Group
A yearbook note profiles a delightful sophomore and senior sweetheart with light brown hair gray eyes and a small stature. Her hobby is swimming English is her favorite subject and Spencer Tracy is her movie star. She enjoyed a trip with the seniors to Turner Falls and is admired for her cheerful personality.
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Sophmore
Spencer Tracy
Turner Falls
R. F
Baccalaureate Flowers Help Juniors Shine in Ceremony
The juniors express gratitude for flowers vases and baskets loaned for the baccalaureate services. They carried out a blue and gold color scheme with appreciation for the community support.
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Thy
Social Gossips Share Sunday Night Get Togethers
A string of social notes mentions M A H B G E L K and C H seen together Sunday night. B P and W A are still friendly. Trenton pair M D K and T H also connected Sunday night. Bonham visit by H C and M B last Wednesday. C H and B A enjoyed the senior trip. S K A asks about the Three Little Fishes.
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L. K
C. H
B. P
W. A
T. H
Trenton
H. C
M. B
Bonham
B. A
Hat with resident mouse shocks Pittsfield churchgoers
A Pittsfield woman wore an old spring hat to church and kept touching her head during the service until she removed the hat, when a mouse scampered out and fled.
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Pittsfield
Mass
Texas Proration Debate Sparks Oil Flow Call
Editorials urge Texas to override proration limits and fully open its wells to boost state employment and revenue. Maury Maverick criticizes current policy and calls for a strong, uninstructed delegation to the national convention. The column notes court actions, fair trade lobbying, and Austin rumors about Allred seeking Senate.
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Newcastle
England
Texas
Union
Louisiana
Ilinois
Jerry Sadler
Maury Maverick
Austin
San Antonio
Fort Worth
Elliott Garner
John Garner
Maverick
Garner
Rhus Toxicodendron Warns Texans On Plant Danger
Rhus toxicodendron now blooming across Texas poses skin poisoning risks to picnickers and campers. State Health Officer Dr. George W. Cox warns many do not recognize the plant, with three leaves and waxy berries. Prevention centers on avoiding contact, soap and hot water after exposure, and not scrubbing with a brush.
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Austin
George W. Cox
M Kesson and Robbins Facing Trade Charge
The Federal Trade Commission accused McKesson & Robbins Inc of unfair trade practice for advertising that its tooth powder would make teeth shine like the stars using pictures of movie actors. The commission noted stars did not rely on the powder alone but used dentists and deemed the star images a reciprocal publicity deal for promoting screen careers.
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Washington, D. C
Federal Trade Commission
McKesson & Robbins, Inc
Bridgeport, Conn
What a Language What’s the use of cutting this tree down
A brief dialogue highlights a playful pun about why someone wants a tree cut, revealing humor in language use. The exchange centers on the contrast between cutting down and cutting up, delivering a light, whimsical moment.
World Poultry Congress Exhibition Opens in Cleveland
The Hall of Live Poultry at the Seventh World Poultry Congress and Exposition in Cleveland Ohio hosts a sweeping display from July 28 to August 7 1939. Officials aim to showcase representative specimens of every known breed and variety including ducks geese turkeys pigeons waterfowl and other feathered types. Visitors will see familiar farmyard chickens exotic tropical fowl and rare breeds from distant regions offering color and graceful lines unseen in a beauty parade. The display promises surprises even for seasoned poultrymen and serves as an educational feature for Congress visitors.
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Cleveland
Ohio
Congress
Tropics
Asia
Traffic Fatalities Decline in April in Texas
Texas police report April traffic deaths at 90, below April 1938 and March 1939 figures. Col Homer Garrison Jr. notes 21 more people alive due to safer driving, despite five long weekends in April versus four last year.
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Austin
Texas
Homer Garrison Jr
Garrison
Three Hopes and a Wish for Safety Underpass Tradition
Colonel Homer Garri son Jr., state police director, admits a superstition of honking three times while passing underpass and making a wish for safety. He notes the ritual may help, and suggests every motorist try it. The Sun sells typewriter carbon.
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Austin
Homer Garrison Jr
Hanks
Garrison
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