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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1966
Page
4
The article discusses why courts resist granting new trials based on newly discovered evidence. It notes dangers of fakery and memory bias induced by the prospect of jail, citing a rapist case where memory was questioned and the court refused. The text explains cost and likelihood of affecting the outcome.
The notice lists subscription prices published every Thursday for Grayson and Fannin Counties at 2.50, outside counties 3.00, and foreign subscriptions 5.00, with mail handled through Whitewright Texas post office.
A man convicted of homicide remains bound by the verdict though neighbor firearm ownership proved irrelevant to the quarrel. Ballistics advances later showed the weapon could not have fired the fatal shot, prompting past cases to grant new trials. The piece notes that justice can err and may be corrected.
The text notes the USS Texas as a pioneering plane launcher in 1919 and outlines its construction in 1914 at about 5.83 million dollars, now open year round in the Houston Ship Channel. It also mentions highly poisonous Polynesian sea snakes and includes a legal notice from Alberta Fitzpatrick Head as independent executrix of Bolton B Head, deceased, requesting settlements and claims.
A collage of want ads from West Spruce and Locust streets features Mrs. Guy Hamilton house sale, Paul Stephens listings, Bodine Radio TV stock, sewing services by Lynne Ivey, removal services for livestock, farm and ranch buyers, Flowers Shop offerings, life and health insurance pitches, and car service deals. Includes thanks note from James O Wallace.
Entries recount notable events on dates in November: 1781 Samuel Adams and John Hancock signed Massachusetts Medical Society charter. 1731 Library Company of Philadelphia first circulating library by Benjamin Franklin. 1935 Social Security Board approved unemployment compensation law for D C. 1910 Arthur F Knight of Schenectady invented steel shaft for golf clubs. 1907 Scottish soprano Mary Garden debuted in Thais at Manhattan Opera House.
Estate of J. Carter Parkes deceased. Letters testamentary dated November 22, 1966. All debtors and creditors must settle or file claims by law. Address: 809 North Grand Avenue, Sherman. Publication: The Whitewright Sun, November 24, 1966.
Denton reports deer hunters asked to donate hides for Texas State Hospitals and Special Schools. The Volunteer Council tanned skins for year round leatherwork with L M Rathbone handling curing. Austin taxidermist and Davis tannery take a portion as payment. ships and labels available for free at processing stations and county chambers.
A collection of humorous vignettes about a bank opening an account with a conditional husband, a mirror identifying a cashing girl, a confused student asking about pencils, a job applicant's illness, a boy and rocks, a blunt parent, and kitchen leftovers in marriage banter.
A famed nutritionist argues that people are defined by their food and highlights that nuts should feature more prominently in everyday diets than many realize.
A worker limped to explain a nail in his foot after being asked by the foreman if he was hurt. The foreman suggested going to the nurse's office.
Foreman recalls the lunch hour verdict in a murder trial. A single elderly juror held out for acquittal, saying she felt pity for the widow. The case, initially open and shut, ended with a not guilty verdict despite the prosecutor's case.
A reflective verse notes that even after the speaker vanishes time will preserve their name on all the so called sucker lists, implying lasting notoriety or memory despite disappearance and decay.
A new bride states she definitely wants children, quoted by a neighbor who responds with a cautious remark. The exchange highlights domestic expectations during early marriage and community commentary in a neighborhood setting.
A couple debates which of two popcorn ball favors to use for a children’s party. The neighbor suggests it should be simple since only two models exist.
In Grayson County Texas original Letters Testamentary were granted Oct 25 1966 to the undersigned for the estate of Hal Davis deceased. All persons with claims must present them within the law. Claims may be mailed to Mrs Linnie Davis 1111 W Archer Jacksboro Texas or Charles E Hughes attorney 104 South Crockett Sherman Texas LINNIERS. DAVIS Estate of Hal Davis Deceased
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