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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1952
Page
8
President and President-elect met in Washington to discuss grave world problems and agreed on a liaison plan before Eisenhower's inauguration. They stressed the plan aids stability and foreign affairs, and that Eisenhower bears no responsibility for late Truman decisions.
A fragmented dialogue shows a grandfather seeking a gig and a gal, a pop recalling a flivver and a flapper, and a son asking for a plane and a Jane, illustrating changing dreams across eras.
A 50 year old man freed from a lifelong belief he murdered a policeman in 1928. He turned himself in after learning the victim survived, and the case hinges on perjured testimony. He recounted a troubled life at sea and a failed marriage caused by the haunting burden of guilt. Police at Brookhaven took him to confirm the facts.
Rufus Buckley on his farm near Desdemona faced a buzzard swarm that routed his turkey flock. He flooded the field with his pickup and roar of the engine, scaring the birds away while 78 turkeys were killed and eaten.
An English lad and an Indian guide shared a camping trip in the States near a trout stream. A year later the Englishman meets the Indian. the Indian greets him with a formal welcome and the Englishman responds with a single word about his meal, fried.
A brief dialogue features Mrs. Black praising Emmy Jones as sincere and truthful. Mrs. White concurs, joking that Emmy never lies about age weight or her husband’s income. The exchange highlights sharp wit and social observation.
Practical tips from the General Electric Consumers Institute on keeping a hand iron in good condition. Clean starch off the soleplate with mild cleanser then rewax, avoid metal stands, handle zippers and pins to prevent scratches, and store upright. For steam irons, empty while hot to prevent moisture buildup.
This health feature explains normal eyesight definitions such as 20/20, what constitutes less than normal vision, and the difference between central and peripheral sight. It notes when glasses help or when medical treatment is needed and describes how a perimeter tests the field of vision.
The article explains how testing each eye separately reveals differences in central and peripheral vision and how binocular vision improves depth perception. It defines the blind spot, notes color weakness vs color blindness, and suggests eye tests can hint at brain or nervous system issues. It also invites reader submissions to The Sun.
Short ads list cedar chests from Lem Tittsworth Bonham and Hannah Florist Sherman Flowers for all occasions. Notices include WANTED to buy eggs cream hides by Farley Hill, watch repair by Orenduff Jewelry in Wichita Falls, and a card of thanks from Mrs M D Oliver for support after her husband’s death.
The in laws and sister express sincere gratitude to all who helped after the death of Jack Hune. They thank those who sat up, sent flowers, Mr Barnheart and staff, those who sang, ministers, and the Masons, wishing God’s blessing on all who showed kindness.
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