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Newspaper
Whitewright Sun
Location
Whitewright, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1963
Page
3
In Friday night action the Tigers defeated Fannindel 35-6 as Toosie Schwiening and Barbara Shepherd scored on a 14 yard run. Joe Hennig converted extra points to reach 27-0, Fannindel scored late. final 35-6. Next game is at Honey Grove at 7:30 p.m. November 1 and homecoming is November 15.
A schedule lists events this week with times: Thursday 7:30 p m rally, Friday 7:30 p m Honey Grove, Saturday 6 30 to 10 00 p m carnival at the gymnasium, and Tuesday Kitten game with Wolfe City at 7:30 p m P N.
The WHS pageant lineup features Susan Blackerby for hair and Kathy Wilson for smile with Fern Fain and Patsy Neal listed for eyes and nose. Gail Wilson appears in multiple categories including clothes and best all around, while Patricia Jarvis and Linda Logan headline talents and personalities.
The Tigers defeated the Fan Nindel Falcons 35 to 6 to begin a District 16 A title bid. Whitewright opened scoring with an 89 yard drive, Hennig finishing the drive. A James Clark blocked punt set up a Kent touchdown.
WHS Beta Club sponsors a Halloween Carnival in the gym starting 6 30 p m with booths by each class and organization. Eighth grade undecided freshmen undecided sophomores fortune telling juniors jail seniors horror house FFA bake sale Beta Club concession stand. Proceeds support new curtains for the gym stage.
A queen is chosen from each class with the most votes minus one vote. Crowning occurs Saturday at 9 p m. Freshman Becky Blanton Sophomore Karen Darwin Junior Patsy Neal Senior Carolyn Mullins. Winning class receives half the money raised, rest to Beta Club project.
The State of Texas issues notice to Vincent Doyle and the unborn and unknown heirs of J W Cartwright deceased. Citizens must file a written answer by 10 am on Monday after 42 days from issuance, in Grayson County District Court, Sherman. Case No 69533. Plaintiffs seek to construe a will and codicil to grant fee simple title to 121 acres in A Cartwright survey and deny defendants any interest. Publication dates Oct 17 24 31 and Nov 7 1963.
A door prize of a large bag of groceries donated by Beta Club members will be awarded to a ticket holder. Tickets are available at various booths.
A note lists several boys with paired descriptors such as Larry Ryan Fun, Jim Bilmner Polite, Mark McKinney Nice, Mike Bow Brainless, Bill White Bashful, Bob Darwin Cute, Bo Clark Real Tiger, Scooter McCurdy Friendly, and Terry Edwards Undecided. The tone hints at a personal observational context.
The VHS Pep Squad marched in twelve files five ranks and honored the American flag with flashlights. Drum majorette Anna Franklin led majorettes Kay Alexander Sarah Gail Johnson Karen Darwin and Kathy Wilson in a Stars and Stripes Forever routine.
The sophomores report four students caught throwing paper on school grounds: Joe Hennig Sandra Kelly Lonnie House and Gary Spencer. They warn others to stop or candy and cracker machines will be removed.
A dated school directive assigns October 22 tasks to freshman girls including barefoot walking and no makeup. Individual punishments describe elaborate costumes and actions for named students with rituals, games, and dramatic behavior across hallways and classes.
A pep rally ended with a victory march and cheerleaders painting the town as the Tigers and Tigerettes competed for the loudest yell. J. D. and L. sent thanks to town merchants for allowing the celebration to help back the Tiger team.
Last Thursday Mr. Johnson distributed WHS handbooks at the school. The Reflector Staff notes the books are valuable and thanks those who helped. Students missing copies should check the office to see if extras remain.
A teen readership piece condemns smoking and drinking as childish and harmful. It argues these habits waste time money and health and urges individuals to choose wisely despite peers labeling nonconformity as cowardice.
The passage discusses varying public opinions on drinking and smoking. It notes that people hold different beliefs and act accordingly when these topics arise, highlighting ongoing disagreement and influence on crowds.
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