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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1948
Page
4
Rates listed for Grayson and Fannin counties and outside areas include 1 year and 6 month terms. The notice states no subscription shorter than six months will be accepted and includes a Quaker testimony about Americas meaning and liberty of mind and spirit.
The piece cites Eugene Holman and Herbert Hoover on the American way of life. Both men, from modest beginnings, credit freedom of opportunity under the law for prosperity and success, urging that individual effort shapes national progress. Hoover remarks on his 74th birthday reaffirming the uniquely American chance for all.
The Deport Times editor reflects on his mail from former locals who moved to cities, noting urban life breeds long lines, traffic delays, and crowded passageways. He laments the four-hour parking, hours of commuting, and endless queues, preferring a country town's open air and quiet.
College Station reports safety guidance from Mrs. Bernice Claytor of Texas A M College. She urges households to inspect chimneys flues and stoves for hazards before winter and outlines proper clearances metal flooring ash handling and venting. Rural families are directed to Extension Circular C-190 for building fire prevention tips.
The article closes with guidance on fighting grass and wood fires burning grease oil or gasoline and offering home remedies for burns. It emphasizes safety and practical steps to reduce harm during fires.
Mrs. Eloise Johnson of Texas A. and M. College cites a Michigan State College study showing half of families adjust income wisely while the other half struggle for months or years. She urges teaching money skills early to children to build sound habits in earning saving spending and sharing within the family.
The Christian Herald critiques Chesterfield for expanding advertising to high school football and previously targeting children with festive campaigns. It warns of potential future efforts toward younger audiences and even pre natal themes, implying growing concern over tobacco marketing to minors.
Central Christian Church led by James R. Wright Jr. holds Sunday School at 10 a.m. First Presbyterian Church with James I. Logan Jr. offers Church school at 10 a.m. and Morning worship at 11. Enterprise Baptist Church under Joe Denton hosts sermons at 11 a.m. and 7:45 p.m. Church of Christ conducts Bible classes at 10 a.m. Communion at 11 a.m. Weldon R. Drake is pastor with W. T. Simmons Sunday school superintendent and Mrs. W. R. Drake Training Union director. Roy Blanton is Brotherhood president. Mrs. Carl May and W. M. S. president. Training Union at 6:15 p.m. Evening worship at 7 o'clock. Prayer service Wednesday at 7:30.
Mrs. Bernice Claytor of Texas A and M College explains lighting changes color perception. Fluorescent tubes emphasize cool blues and greens while toning warm colors. incandescent bulbs give a warm reddish yellow that intensifies the effect.
Mrs. Claytor notes warm colors like red orange and yellow dull cool tones. Fluorescent lighting provides a clean crisp effect but incandescent lighting suits rooms needing a warm intimate mood. She advises considering lighting impact when selecting rugs curtains and furnishings to avoid disappointment.
A humorous line about rheumatism and dampness leads to a visual gag as a character sits in an empty bathtub and vacuums themselves, provoking the doctor’s admonition and the speaker’s embarrassment.
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