The Reflector Gossip and Weekend Happenings
Serious notes on which Paul will show up and which rivals beat times. Betty Ann weighs choices while Bettye Lou eyeing the whiz. Dorothy faces an out of town girl as Sprout sightings surface. Betty Bryant and Ruth push times as Terry Miller and Frances Propeck clash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul
Morgan
Bobby Witt
Jerry
Betty Ann
Bettye Lou
Dorothy
Bobbie Skipworth
Sprout
Joanne
N. H
Pinkey
Loren Paul
Martha Anne
Joe
Betty Bryant
Terry Miller
Frances Propeck
Y. B
Ruth
Gert
Tigers Rally Before Conference Kickoff Versus Rockwall
A gym write up praises the Tigers for a strong showing against the Sherman Kittens last Thursday. The piece notes good weather, Pep Squad support, and new team suits, mentioning eighteen pants sets and other gear. The next game versus Rockwall marks their first conference match, with warm thanks to Dr. Lingenfelter and Mr. Montgomery for guidance.
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Great Tigers
Sherman Kittens
Rockwall
Tigers
Montgomery
Tiger
Dr. Lingenfelter
Doc
R. W
Drive Slow Big Washout Ahead Sign Draws Roadside Attention
A washerwoman posts warning signs on both sides of a dusty road noting drive slow to avoid a washout. The quip echoes the theme that deeds endure while words fade and warns drivers of hazards ahead.
Teague and Goodman Form Limited Partnership for Denison Construction
Subscribers certify a limited partnership under Texas law named Teague & Goodman. General partners are Clifton Teague of Abilene and R. S. Goodman of Denison. special partners Page Nelson of Dallas and H. P. Campbell of Dallas contribute 10000 dollars total. Partnership begins September 12, 1945 and ends August 21, 1947.
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Teague & Goodman
Denison
Texas
Clifton Teague
Abilene
Taylor
R. S. Goodman
Grayson
Page Nelson
H. P. Campbell
General Partners
Special Partners
Fannin farmers stock ponds with state fish program
Forty eight farmers in Fannin County receive 2120 bass 1492 channel cat and 17380 bream for pond stocking through the Soil Conservation District with fish from the Dallas state hatchery. The program notes a 15 to 18 month path to profitable fishing and marks a second consecutive year of fish allocations. A refund from the U S Treasury is listed for 1945 and 1944 to the county from Land Utilization Projects. cooperative agreements were signed by the Board of Supervisors on Oct 3 Bonham naming local officials.
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Fannin County Soil Conservation District
Bonham Office
Soil Conservation Service
Dallas
G. W. Turner
U. S
Fannin County
Oak Ridge Group completes erosion control plans east of Denison
Oak Ridge Conservation Group landowners with Soil Conservation Service help finalize coordinated erosion control plans and sign cooperatives with the Upper Elm Red Soil Conservation District. J T Scott 450 acres Dr J E Meador 102 acres Mrs Ruth B Witten 420 acres H J Brennan 102 acres Terrace lines on Scott farm to begin when ground dries. District approves Elga Group 11 farms 2700 acres annexes to Stiff and Southmayd Groups. 66 of 142 farmers report overseeding pastures with winter grasses and legumes to improve winter forage and soil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oak Ridge
Denison
Soil Conservation Service
Upper Elm-Red Soil
J. E. Meador
J. T. Scott
Ruth B. Witten
H. J. Brennan
Upper Elm Red
Commanding Officer’s Family Banter Revealed
A humorous exchange shows a General explaining hierarchy to his son, saying he commands an army while the mother commands him and the son commands his mother. The joke hinges on nested authority within a family.
Fiddle and the Bow Echoes a Childs Lullaby and Mourning
An old mammy soothes a dying child with a lullaby while the violin weeps with mournful tones. A coffin beside an empty cradle shows the child’s lifeless form, bloodless cheeks and folded hands, as the music tolls a church bell knell.
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Bob Taylor
Fragmentary Squel of a Dreamlike Landscape
Vivid, dreamlike prose recalls half veiled paradise glimpses and distant music. The narrator senses hazy landscapes, white winged flashes, and a final snapped string as the vision ends.
Words of Wisdom: Work and Ambition Drive Success
A brief ageless maxim notes the father of success is work and the mother is ambition while common sense remains the eldest son guiding steady effort and practical path to achievement.
Traits of the family named in the old man’s guide
A list presents boys named Perse verance, Honesty, Thoroughness, Foresight, Enthusiasm, Co operation and a sister set Cheerfulness, Loyalty, Courtesy, Economy, Sincerity, Harmony. The note advises meeting the "Old Man" to get along with the rest of the family.
Waitress Wanted Sign Sparks Local Humor in Seattle
A Seattle restaurant sign reading Waitress wanted Will marry if necessary amused pedestrians and drew attention from locals and visitors. The cheeky ad reflects playful era humor in small business signage and prompted light chatter online.
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Seattle
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Margie Boswell
Sherman
Perry Waldrop
A. Y. Creager Company
M. & P. Bank Building
Sherman, Texas
Foster
North Houston Street
Denison, Texas
Aenfarm News
Board of Supervisors
Bonham
F. D. Stephens
Paul Stephens
Tom Rayburn
G. Dollarhide
Sidney Woodruff
Paul Ellis
Gomer May
J. B. May
J. T. Hawley
Oak Ridge Group
Boyce House
Mobileil
G. C. Stateville
Dodge
Plymouth
Davis Motor CO
Dick Montgomery
Mer
W. Main
Pascal Farley
Community Public Service Company
Ayo
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