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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1942
Page
2
College Station reports preliminary 1943 farm program plans calling for at least 90 percent of special allotment crops such as cotton, wheat, rice, potatoes and peanuts to be planted before full AAA payments. Wheat may substitute feed grains in certain cases, but not for cotton and the other listed crops, as war crop designations evolve.
Texas expects about 12 million pounds of pecans this season versus 22 million last year and a ten year average of 24 million pounds. Buyers attribute the shortage to heavy spring rains washing pollen from blossoms. In Albistan Turkey buffaloes share hard labor with horses and donkeys.
Texas officials say gasoline rationing will not hinder migratory farm workers. B F Vance, chair of the Texas USDA War Board, cites War Production Board guidance that moving harvest laborers are eligible for supplementary rations. Essential status allows ongoing work and return trips after harvest.
A Boise draft board secretary received a letter from a man who claimed to be draft eligible and sought marriage to avoid service. He wrote that a board member told him marrying would exempt him, prompting concern over his impulsive plan and the unintended connection to the draft process.
A reflective aphorism argues that evil is essential to define and value good. It claims suffering gives courage, pity, devotion, and sacrifice meaning, making life worth living on earth.
The mess kit for soldiers includes a pan cup plastic canteen and cutlery in a can pack cover costing about 2.00. Aluminum parts are now plastic with alloy replacing stainless steel. Buy mess kits for the boys through War Bonds and Stamps and invest at least 10 percent of income each payday to meet the county quota.
A.M. College Extension specialist Winifred Jones warns homemakers to guard against pantry saboteurs insects mold dampness and moisture. She prescribes tight containers for sugar flour crackers and dried foods as well as refrigeration for bread in humid climates and proper storage to protect flavor vitamins and shelf life.
Marine Sergt. John W. Moore Jr. writes to his wife and parents from the Solomon Islands battle scene. He says officers refused to let Marines shoot down Japs swimming nearby and details air and naval actions on August 7 and subsequent days. He claims Jap planes were shot down and ships sunk while criticizing enemy reports.
A concise quotation from Elbert Hubbard on advertising as education about who you are where you are and what you offer. It notes that only those with nothing to offer should avoid advertising.
Texas produces over 20 million pounds of cheese yearly valued at more than 2 million dollars with major impact on local industry and markets.
Citation to Leona Perry commands appearance by 10 a m on the first Monday after 42 days from issuance, November 9 1942, in Grayson County District Court Sherman Texas. Plaintiff Pat D. Perry seeks divorce on abandonment grounds alleging defendant left July 28 1939. Court issued September 22 1942 under W R Henderson clerk.
The article urges dressing for weather and staying fit as cool weather arrives. It recommends dry clothes during rain, ample warm layers, regular meals, hydration, outdoor activity, rest, and prompt medical care for fever. It warns colds are contagious and stresses personal hygiene with dedicated towels and utensils.
Tulsa reports 85 year old Texarkana farmer M. P. Harrison regained sight after ten years of total blindness. He reacted with humor and curiosity about modern life, noting women wearing pants and increased kissing in movies. He plans to return to his farm after a month of city sightseeing.
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