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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1947
Page
6
Reflector staff rosters show editor Barbara Williams and assistant editor Charles Caldwell among the editorial team. Sports editor Terry Miller and social editors J O Huseman and Martha Williams headline a larger roster of reporters ready to cover upcoming practice and activities.
Whitewright High School girls basketball opens Monday with Coach Homer Gentry gathering all interested candidates at 2:45. Some returning players from last year have already been in the gym for three weeks, working out from 8:30 to 9 each morning to avoid pep squad scheduling. The coach says it is early to select the top players but remains hopeful about the season.
The Whitewright Pep Squad shows renewed enthusiasm at Bryant Field as the girls train for Thursday's Turkey Day game. Sponsors Percy Darwin and Assistant Sponsor Al Eva Blanton praise the improved spirit and the squad’s performance in assignments.
The Tigers prepare for their Turkey Day game against the Van Alstyne Panthers Thursday at 2 30 p m at Bryant Field. To avoid injuries there will be no scrimmage or contact work before the game. captains Whacker Thornhill and Y B Kaiser are expected to be at full strength.
The Panthers, District 18 B champions, visit the Tigers Thursday for the season finale. After their recent losses to the Tigers over the past two years, they aim to avenge and boost a strong defense that has allowed only one score this year. Local fans urged to attend.
Members of the F H A attended a frozen food clinic led by Roy Snyder meat specialist from Texas Extension Service A&M College. Held at the Frozen Food Market Friday November 21 at 2 pm the event featured an informative demonstration on processing meats and information on processing fruits and vegetables for frozen food lockers.
Readable fragments about students Wanda Lewis, Charles Caldwell, Jackie Nossaman, and Miss Neathery hint at main team selection, teaching roles, tests, and English lessons. A fire threat to the high school building and questions about basketball champions, along with holiday snow, sleep attempts, and various student choices, compose a jumbled school-era snapshot from the era.
Weather cools as students showcase vivid campus styles. Two new looks stand out with cute colored ties and gold initials on anklets, complemented by "fish tail" suits. Notable wearers include Lou Rae, Molly Jo Rutledge, Martha Dee Williams, Betty Blackerby, Jane Meador, and Y. B. among the boys.
Court citation issued to Granger McDaniel and others in Gray son County Texas. Plaintiff G C Stateville seeks possession and title of Lots 1 2 and 3 in Block 38 O T P Whitewright on Bois d Arc Creek claiming over twenty eight years of possession and tax payment. Hearing set before the district court on December 29 1947 at 10 a.m. in Sherman Texas.
Conway and Cave Joe show a liking for the red checked style as evident from the red lumber jacket and the red plaid shirt described by G. K. in the fragment.
Rev. R. L. Gilpin, pastor of the Methodist Church, gave two assembly programs at the Grammar School on Tuesday and the High School on Friday. He urged attendance at church services of choice and invited all to the church series and the union Thanksgiving service. The program included sleight of hand tricks and the introduction of his son Larry, who was warmly received. a High School pep rally followed with Larry aiding the yell leaders.
A writer notes filmmakers rely on wave machines and fire hoses for ocean imagery. A airplane propeller supplies wind, and artificial horizons and lighting are common. Despite limitations, artificial sounds are recorded to seem natural in cinema.
Readable snippets name Jackie Nossaman-Liver, Dove Joe Vandagriff-Lemons, Barbara Williams-Cabbage, Anna Mary Doty-Milk toast, Byron Neathery-Horse meat, Dorothy Head-Chocolate pie, Conway Craig-Chicken a la king, Eugene Thornhill-Pig feet, Zoe Vestal-Pretzels in a quirky food association list.
A jumble of neighborly chatter mentions Pete's envy over a fish seller's visit, Don's assurance, Jane from Farmersville visiting Sunday, and protective notes for Kelly. Mary and Cave seem joyful while Jackie and Y B catch attention in a red shirt Thursday night amid Van Als rumors.
A string of casual sightings hints at romantic interest around town with mentions of Cora Lee, Betty, Billy Wayne, Martha Lynn, and David. Betsy Mears and Laura Jean are noted with admirers from nearby towns as Don Cook and Cookie Pike receive attention. The column closes with playful gossip about dates and Farmville connections.
A senior girl described with blonde hair and blue-gray eyes stands sixteen, weighs 117 pounds, and is five feet five inches tall. The notice highlights her appearance as part of a broader personal profile.
Food mislabels as roaf while noting favorite film stars Dana Andrews and Loraine Day. Edna Mae appears in a continuation on the next page, indicating a clipped column or profile segment.
Grace Senner administratrix of the Joseph Senner estate gives notice to all creditors to present claims within the legally prescribed period. She resides at 1126 South Travis Street Sherman Texas and letters of administration were received July 26 1947. All claims must be filed as required by law for settlement of the estate.
Doc Hollister explained an allergy from cat fur caused sneezing and rash. An inoculation was given so Cat and Harpo could live sneezelessly together. The narrator notes enjoying a moderate beer with friends, though choices vary.
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