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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1950
Page
7
The Reflector describes the WHL popsters marching in a finale on the field. They perform a cartwheel parade and a car-themed song as balloons drift away. A final whistle signals the end of the season with the group marching off.
The PTA sponsored a Thursday night party at the local Youth Center from 7 to 10 with square dancing and various recreation. A gold Tiger helmet served as the centerpiece for the refreshment table, finished with autumn leaves and gold candles. Cold drinks and cookies were provided by PTA members, and the students thank all who made the event possible.
The Whitewright Methodist Youth Council met November 21 at 6:30 pm in Craig's Cafe to seek increased funds. They planned a recreational festival and will work on projects in coming weeks with two new adult sponsors, Mr. and Mrs. Dick Walker, joining Mrs. Olivia Whedbee.
The record lists Florena Williams as president Myra Nell Scott as vice president Carol Ryan as secretary and treasurer Jimmy Nossaman as publicity chairman Margaret Williams as worship and evangelism chairman and Gwen Kent as recreational chairman for the group.
The passage outlines qualities for a good citizen including dependability truthfulness loyalty punctuality service cooperation courtesy consideration leadership self control responsibility patriotism scholarship and community interest. It notes some apply to school age children while others may serve as goals for John Q. Public as stated by L J W.
The East Sherman sub-district will meet at Savoy on December 4 at 7 30 p m with Bells in charge of the program and Savoy recreation. Everyone is invited to attend and bring a friend.
The article outlines eligibility for the Babe Ruth Sportsmanship Awards, noting that all senior students are eligible for the medallion, with two awards given annually. In coeducational schools one boy and one girl receive awards, while in non coeducational schools either two boys or two girls are chosen.
The article extols broad criteria for recognizing sportsmanship over winning. It urges awards for cooperative effort in school and community, stressing fair play in classrooms, fields, homes, churches, and civic life. It links self governance with sportsmanship and hints at lasting impact on future activities.
Students predicted several scores for the Van Alstyne versus Whitewright football clash with a final 7 to 7 draw. Van Alstyne earns bi district play after a six point margin on first downs.
Ernest Kolesiak's television antenna touched a 27000 volt line causing sparks and melted pipes at the home. Fire and power surges destroyed the TV set and damaged walls while the family narrowly escaped serious injury. Kolesiak sustained minor burns and the dog fled but later returned.
A 1950 editorial condemns federal and state spending, cites a Shasta Dam contract, and argues for private power as a tax-creating alternative. It blasts Brannan plan proposals and social welfare schemes, urging strict economy to fight Communism and defend the nation.
Grayson County sheriff elect Woody Blanton returned to Denison after a week at Camp Mabry where he joined 60 Texas sheriffs elect in a Texas Department of Public Safety course. He earned a certificate for completing studies in criminal law duties of the sheriff and riot control and will take office January 1 succeeding Sheriff M G Dicken.
During a chat with an old friend in Florida the farmer jokes about his sleep. He says he sleeps well at night and in the morning but afternoons he twists and turns.
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