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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1952
Page
4
The Whitewright Sun lists new subscription rates effective Sept 1 1952 for Grayson and Fannin counties and outside these counties. Rates are 2.00 dollars within the two counties and 2.50 dollars elsewhere. Publisher editor and owner is T Glenn Doss.
The Sun reports that in Wightwright two or three people threaten a boycott of a local retailer because the operator backs a presidential candidate. The piece condemns coercive actions and warns of a slide toward totalitarian political morality, contrasting with American ideals and free expression.
The piece predicts the largest turnout in the country’s history on November 4th due to more qualified voters and the possibility of higher participation than in 1948. It notes an increased pool of potential voters and emphasizes turnout growth.
The piece argues that 1952 will see high voter participation as turnout mirrors 1948 patterns when many stayed home or voted strategically. It notes that last minute developments can flip outcomes and warns against overvaluing polls, urging engagement up to election day.
Stuart McGregor of the Texas Almanac projects tidelands could provide about one third of a billion dollars for Texas schools within 15 to 20 years. He mapped three ten mile inland strips along the coast, averaged past oil yields, and calculated value at current oil royalty prices. Giles and major oil firms call the estimate plausible and conservative.
Ballad of the Buck contrasts money and faith as a dollar speaks of being in pockets and giving a hundred pence while preferring not to rely on God. It shifts to vacation pay with a small paycheck and the promise of a farewell trip where one party returns but the other does not.
White House sources say President Truman offered Senator Morse of Oregon the attorney general post in December during the campaign train trip. Morse, who switched from the Republican ticket to back Stevenson, disclosed a high post offer but did not identify the position. The offer came as Truman dismissed J. Howard McGrath from the attorney general role.
San Leon third grade teacher Mrs Katherine Crutcher resigned after Supt A J Baker said three pupils placed a dead mouse in their mouths during a science class at San Leon Elementary. The incident involved the teacher directing the boys to put the mouse’s head in their mouths.
Washington police will hand out black bordered cards to jaywalkers. The card identifies the offender and asks others to send the injured or dead to eight listed hospitals with spaces for name age address blood type and next of kin.
A young wife bids her husband farewell on his hunting journey and hopes the companions join in prayers for his safe return. The intimate exchange underscores concern and affection before a departure for a hunt.
Former Texas governor Coke R. Stevenson joined Eisenhower backers as Democrats for Eisenhower intensified efforts in Texas. He praised Ike, criticized Adlai Stevenson on party regularity, and predicted an Eisenhower victory. John Roosevelt agreed to speak at an Eisenhower rally in Lufkin. Stevenson cited farm distress and government policy as causes.
A 25 year old man placed a simple matrimonial ad in the local paper seeking a Christian girl for marriage and noting a steady job and apartment. The following day a caller asked if the apartment was heated, prompting a cautious exchange.
Church notices list services at Church of Christ and Central Christian Church. Tildon McFerrin and Vernon M. Newland are ministers with Sunday School at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Midweek service is Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Mae Hall oversees Sunday School. Always a warm, friendly welcome.
Harold S. Taylor serves as pastor at one church with Church School at 10:00 a.m. Morning worship at 11:00 a.m. Evening worship at 7:30 p.m. He is a member of the North Texas Larger Parish. Rev. Lee H. Smith is pastor-director at another church. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Floyd Bassett, superintendent. Morning worship at 11:00 a.m. Choir rehearsal is Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.
James L. Cooper is pastor and Paul A. Robertson directs music and youth. W. T. Simmons oversees Sunday School. Mrs. Edgar Ayers leads the T. U. department. Charles Skaggs serves as Brotherhood president. Mrs. Roy Blanton heads W. M. S. president.
Mrs. L. E. Alexander serves as financial secretary. Sunday School at 9 55 a m. Morning worship 10 55 a m. Training Union 7 00 p m. Evening worship 8 00 p m. Wednesday 8 00 p m. Choir rehearsal Saturday 7 30 p m.
Rev H P Williamson of Denison and Rev Lee H Smith of Whitewright serve as pastors with Sunday School at 10 am led by Mrs Clif ford Phoebus, superintendent. Morning worship is at 9 am every Sunday except the fourth, when it begins at 7 30 pm.
Otis D Swisher pastor leads morning worship at 9 45 with Rev Otis Swisher preaching Sunday School at 10 45 for all ages classes offered at Cross Roads Presbyterian Church Desert with morning and study activities listed
U C Broach pastor M F Alexander Sunday School James H Gosnell Brotherhood president Mrs Bob Cawthon W M S pres Sunday School 10 00 am Morning worship 11 oclock Evening worship 8 00 oclock
A humorous exchange has Farmer asking about Lawyer Jones, and a Doctor replying the lawyer lies at death’s door. The farmer notes he has grit, while the doctor confirms the grave condition. The dialog captures a rural quip on illness and endurance.
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