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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1952
Page
7
The Reflector describes a colorfully arranged reading table of magazines that provides a calm space for a busy second grader. It notes glimpses of cheerful students through large south windows as a teacher reads a story or leads a lesson in quiet focus.
A school notice from J. D. B. calls about 40 students to organize the library, stressing that destruction reduces copies and that the library must stay in order after opening to remain useful.
A Thursday night painting spree by WHS youths led by Edward McDowell painted store windows and public spaces with pro Tigers slogans. Participants included Mary Pennell Lela McFerrin Clydean Selman Mary Lou Alexander Melba Alexander Beverly Bassett Betty Harris Mazelle Musser Lyndal Pierson and others.
Local M Y F group met at 7 30 in the Methodist annex for talks on The Origin of the Methodist Church. WHS seniors Mary Lou Alexander Betty Jarvis Mazelle Musser Carol Ryan Myra Scott Ruth Ann Cummings Barbara Meade and Beverly Bassett hosted a youth overnight with friends, fireworks, hairdryers, and a 4 30 breakfast. The next day the group returned to school exhausted but amused by the mischief and memories.
A fragmentary text lists individuals including John Charles Chesser Barbara Mead Edward McDowell Delbert Musser Margaret Williams Deethyia Williams and Carol Ryon plus initials E C R suggesting a docket or notice with attendees or parties.
The piece describes a 8:45 to 12:25 photo event with Mr. Foster taking individual pictures for grades one through twelve. Witnesses recall faculty banter before the camera and student reactions about appearance as seniors anticipate full length shots and future news bulletins.
The Tiger eleven defeated heavier Class B competition last Friday night in a duel coached by Les West.
Citation issued for Clarence Patton to answer Annie Rose Patton’s divorce petition filed Sept 16 1952 in the 15th District Court Sherman Texas. Respond by 10 am Monday after 42 days from issuance with date given as Nov 3 1952.
Notice to creditors of Minnie M. Pack Deceased. A. H. Pack named administrator on August 5 1952 by Grayson County Court Texas. Creditors must present claims by law. Address 508 South Montgomery Sherman Texas. Also includes Sun Whitewright ownership statement by T. G. Doss October 1952 with no further holders.
Whitewright outgained Bells 303 to 93 yards and earned 12 first downs while Bells had three. Kenneth Jones scored the first TD from the one, Aubrey Burnham connected on a scoring pass to Garland Smith, and Bobby Clark added a late score as Whitewright secured the 25-0 win. The Tigers travel to Whitesboro to face the Bearcats coached by Bo Reid.
For a week the agriculture boys and Mr. Barker offer items stored in the old science building prior to the new grade school. A list includes desks pressure cookers tables chairs bookcases lava tatories fire extinguishers doors windows dishes paint rugs mirrors wardrobes refrigerators and more. Mr. Barker is available after 4:00 weekdays and 8:00 to 11:00 Saturdays for viewing.
Lem Tittsworth in Bonham promotes an electric sewing machine for home use. The ad urges buyers to sew themselves and save money by completing garments at home.
A Reader’s Digest summary of rural sentiment recalls how a town operator named Central served as the community heart. She handled emergencies, gave advice, broadcast notices, and connected people with local events. The piece argues no technology can replace that personal touch.
The University of Texas Bureau of Business Research estimates Texas farmers earned 882.72 million dollars in the first eight months, down 161 million from a year earlier due to drought and falling prices. Cotton and livestock fell. wheat rose sharply. Electric lights note appears as a separate fact about the White House.
A near new television set is advertised at Lem Tittsworth in Bonham offering a substantial savings to shoppers. The notice emphasizes quantity and price as a feature of the sale.
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