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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1959
Page
1
Whitewright volunteers sell tickets for the annual Firemen's Barbecue at the American Legion Hall on Nov 7. Fire Chief J B Thornhill says a chicken menu replaces beef this year, signaling a shift in fare for attendees.
The menu lists daily offerings from Monday through Friday including peanut butter and banana sandwiches and fish sticks with sides. The piece notes that the average city home collects about two pounds of dirt weekly through open windows and doors.
Funeral services were held for Mrs. Taylor Anderson 74 at Barnheart Funeral Chapel. Born August 14 1885 in Orangeville she was a Methodist church member and wife of Francis Taylor Anderson. Survivors include two daughters a son a sister and one grandchild.
Funeral services conducted at Barnheart Chapel for 91 year old Mrs. Etta B. Hicks who died Thursday at her daughter's home in Sherman after a long illness. Burial followed at Bells Cemetery. Surviving are five sons including C P Hicks and T S Hicks of Fort Worth, J R Hicks of Whitewright, L J Hicks of North Hollywood, and O L Hicks of Sherman, along with a daughter Mrs. Elsie Wait, 16 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Her husband Sherman D. Hicks died in 1906.
Funeral services were held at Daniel Funeral Chapel for Chester A. Smith 74 of Sherman a barber who died Sunday in a Sherman hospital. Born January 28 1885 in Burksville Kentucky he came to Texas in 1900 and lived in Sherman since 1923. Survivors include his wife five brothers and two sisters.
Henry C. Somerville 82 retired educator and Red River County native died Friday in a Clarksville hospital. Funeral services were held Sunday in Clarksville with burial at Detroit. Born November 13 1876 he taught and served as superintendent in several Red River County schools. Surviving are his wife 9 children 15 grandchildren and a sister Mrs Mary Garrison of Clarksville.
The Economic Institute predicts the nation could reach 125 cars per 100 households in ten years, with 80 million cars in operation by 1969. On July 1 there were about 54 million cars in operation, signaling rapid growth.
Francis G. Swain admitted stealing 8500 dollars from the animal protection group Our Dumb Friends League. The London accountant said most funds were lost on dog and horse racing and was sentenced to two years in prison.
The George W Ball and his wife observe their Golden Wedding with an open house from 2 to 5 p m Sunday at their Route One home. The couple married near a Baptist minister’s home and have six children, thirteen grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.
Arlington guide Debbie Kopp recalls a Moscow exhibit joke about a United Nations session where delegates argue which nation could claim Adam and Eve. The American delegate concedes they were Russian first, had no clothes, and shared an apple while thinking they were in heaven.
Mrs. Wallace Wilson, president, announces current school year committees for the Whitewright Parent-Teacher Association. Appointments cover Program Membership Yearbook Publicity Hospitality Project Telephone Library Welfare Ways and Means with numerous chairmen and members named.
The Metropolitan Welfare Bureau in Tokyo announces a plan to build a shelter where wives separated by domestic quarrels can stay until they resolve issues with their husbands. The facility aims to provide temporary housing and support during family disputes.
A letter from Tom Bean reader Uncle Dan criticizes country doctors versus specialists and recounts a humorous court anecdote about a New York surgeon. He dismisses a yearly U S Weather Bureau forecast Almanac for jokes and recipes, noting readers want humor and cooking tips alongside weather.)
Leon White, chair of the Whitewright Community United Fund drive, announced the goal of 3300 dollars is about 60 percent reached. He urged captains to report quickly and all residents in Whitewright and surrounding areas to contribute, offering contact numbers for team captains and Leon White.
State health officials award Ray Cates of Whitewright a Grade C certificate for water plant operation under the general sanitation law. The three year certificate requires one year experience and 40 credits from state and district water works programs.
Surgeon General LeRoy E. Burney urged four groups to receive influenza vaccines before the season. He cited likely Asian strain predominance and urged vaccines through family physicians for those at added health risk, caregivers, essential workers, and employees in industries aiming to keep absenteeism low.
Charles J. Campbell of the Sherman Social Security Office advises planning ahead to know required proofs and submitting your claim a month to six weeks before retirement. These steps aim to avoid delays in issuing the first payment.
A projected demographic shift predicts four Asians for every one European by the year 2000. The forecast underscores changing global population patterns and potential social and economic impacts across regions.
Whitewright physician Dr. Paul E. Geers suffered multiple fractures including both legs and an arm after losing control of a 1959 Dodge in a rain storm. The car struck a left guard rail near Choctaw creek bridge between Bells and Sherman, with a rail segment penetrating the driver door. He was transported to Sherman hospital for surgery. full extent of injuries undetermined.
Whitewright High School gym hosted the first PTA meeting of the new year on Tuesday October 13 at 730 pm Supt S T Montgomery Jr stressed A D A in schools and parental cooperation for daily attendance Teachers were introduced Coach Harry Lander led a football clinic with Joe Crouch assistance The event included an equipment display and a reception for teachers and members.
Secretary Benson announced marketing quotas for the 1960 cotton crop and set December 15 for growers to vote approval or rejection. Approval requires two thirds of votes. The plan designates 16 million acres for next year with a choice to abide by allotments or overplant by 40 percent. Those under allotments receive 75 percent parity price supports, overplanting 60 percent, versus 80 and 65 percent this year.
In Plainview Walter Drinkard 3 was fed suspected strychnine poison for a dog poisoning plot. He was hospitalized with convulsions and unconsciousness then stabilized after stomach pumping. Police report an active dog poisoner investigation and warns parents to inspect properties.
The United Spanish War Veterans organization was incorporated by United States Congress and approved by the President in 1940, establishing its official status and backing.
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