Local Newsand Events from Bells Area 1926
Sept 15 tacky party hosted by Mrs Oscar Pierce. American Legion Band concert on Main street Friday. Gosnells announce birth of daughter. Roy and spouse report a son Sept 18. Bishop Alexander joins Woosley hardware. Opal Lena Binion dies at North Bells home. J W Nicholson dies on South Bond. Mrs J C Gillespie fatally injured in Desert auto crash. Local school faculty listed with principals and teachers. Olen Looney joins Slaten ert Sears. other town officials named.
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Oscar Pierce
American Legion
Main Street
Joe Gosnell
Roy Cowart
Bishop Alexander
Woosley Hardware Store
Opal Lena
D. W. Binion
Bells
the Sun
J. W. Nicholson
South Bond Street
J. C. Gillespie
Desert
F. W. Smith
B. W. Crain
Dorothy Porter
Dorothy Chambless
Roberta Sloan
Mac Reed
Joel Bulliner
Susie Noe
Clara Craig
Frances Giles
Pina Murphy
Ruth Montgomery
Sallye Hamilton
Mae Hall
Kate Fulton
Gertrude Schooling
Olen Looney
Slaten
Vaden Bush and Eveline Donahoe Wed in Weekend Ceremony
The Sun reports the marriage of Mr. Vaden Bush to Miss Eveline Donahoe on Saturday. In a Tuesday Legion meeting the American Legion elected officers with Joe Riddle as post commander and George Burnham as vice commander among others.
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the Sun
Miss Helen Clathorn Injured In Highway 69 Crash
Miss Helen Clathorn was seriously injured in an automobile accident on Highway 69 north of Whitewright Thursday night. R. W. Williams 86, formerly of Whitewright, died Tuesday night in Sherman. The American Legion Auxiliary elected officers: Mrs. Hatfield president, Mrs. Maddux 1st VP, Mrs. Wallace 2nd VP, Mrs. Johnson secretary, Mrs. Darwin treasurer, Mrs. Stateville historian, Mrs. Dillon chaplain, Mrs. Vestal sergeant at arms, Mrs. Short reporter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Clathorn
Highway 69
Whitewright
R. W
Uncle Dick) Williams
Sherman
American Legion Auxiliary
W. L. Hatfield
R. D. Maddux
Elmo Wallace
Leon Johnson
Bears in Yellowstone Outsmart Tourists
Yellowstone Park officials warn visitors that bears are growing bolder and can open car windows if a wind vent is left open. Park Superintendent L A Garrison notes the animals learn to reach inside for food, prompting stricter ranger cautions. Ice yachts on frozen lakes reach speeds up to 144 mph in tests. A Boston store sign proclaims a policy about underselling competitors.
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Yellowstone National Park
Wyo
L. A. Garrison
Garrison
Citation Notice in Grayson County Texas 1961
The State of Texas issues a citation directing J W Maddox and listed heirs to appear by filing an answer before October 23 1961 in the 15th District Court of Grayson County Sherman Texas. Plaintiffs C W Lee and Ray Phelps seek title and possession of Lot 16 Block 6 W A Bacons Addition Whitesboro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. M. Salsman
W. D. Earnhart
Victoria Earnhart
A. D
15Th District Court
Grayson County
Court House
Sherman
Texas
C. W. Lee
Ray Phelps
J. W. Maddox
Whitesboro
W. A. Bacon
Bell 1962 picture day announced for Oct 10
The Reflector notes individual pictures for the 1962 Bell will be taken on Tuesday Oct 10. Pre school children must arrive by 9:00 with no photos after 9:30. Photographer George Hight starts at 9:30 with first grade and goes through high school. Families urged to ensure children attend school.
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George Hight
J. J
Club annual deposits open for 1961 62 year
People urged to make a $1.00 deposit for the 1961 1962 annual between September 25 and October 9. Deposits should be given to James England Judy Fulmer Amy Alexander or Miss Neathery promptly.
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James England
Judy Fulmer
Amy Alexander
Miss Neathery
J. G
Freshmen Homemaking Officers Elected
The freshman homemaking class elected officers including President Gail Wilson and Vice President Barbara Andrew. Treasurer Peggy Bennett and Secretary Linda Wright were elected with Patsy Neal as reporter, Susan Blackerby as parliamentarian, Jeanie Deeds as historian, Becky Vestal as pianist, and Sandra Kelly as song leader.
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Gail Wison
Barbara Andrew
Linda Wright
Peggy Bennett
Patsy Neal
Susan Blackerby
Jeanie Deeds
Becky Vestal
Sandra Kelly
James England and Amy Alexander Spotlight at WHS
James Ronald England, son of Mr and Mrs J O Maxwell, highlighted at WHS as a well known student athlete. He lettered in football in his sophomore and junior years and was set to start this year before a back injury. He lived in Tom Bean Sherman and Whitewright and belongs to the Future Farmers of America and Bethel Baptist Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James England
Amy Alexander
WHS
James Ronald England
J. O. Maxwell
Ricky
Ann
Tom Bean
Sherman
Whitewright
The
Future Farmers of America
Bethel Baptist Church
Young People Share Favorites And Plans In Local Notes
James lists favorites including bookkeeping and the food chicken. Amy Jo Alexander is active in Future Homemakers of America and leads songs as drum majorette, with plans for college and teaching English. The roundup also lists several cars with owners and colors, and a sign‑off by J. J.
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James
Big Bad John
Jimmy Dean
Amy Jo Alexander
M. F. Alexander
Wanda Sue McKinney
Rochelle
Amy
Future Homemakers of America
Tigerettes
Whitewright
Bethel Baptist Church
Jimmy Clanton
Donna Reed
WHS Students Attend Pit and the Pendulum Play
Congratulations to new FFA and FHA officers. Jerry J. has a secret admirer. Jimmy Kent hints at writing a book. Miss Neathery notes many WHS students attended the Pit and the Pendulum performance.
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FFA
FHA
Jerry J
Jimmy Kent
Miss Neathery
WHS
Weekend gossip hints and high school social whirl
Readers swirl through Friday and Saturday night laps with Delinda and Susie inquiring about calls, dates, and fairs. The Reflector notes Nancy Dollarhide joining the paper circle while Delores, Helen, and friends stroll the Twin Cities scene and underpass chatter grows lively.
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Anna
Johnny
Pattye
Charlotte
Jerry C
Mike Burchfield
Dodge City
WHS
Delores
Helen
Glenda
Sam
Tommy Dee
Bill
Twin Cities
Rose Anne
Joe Earl
Bonham Drive-In
Susan B
Judy G
Nancy Dollarhide
Nancy
John H
Gail W
Jill M
Dumpy
Anita
Gail
Sandra
Jill
Jeannie D
Curtis
Sherman
Linda W
Diana
Terry
Sammy
Joe
Notice to Creditors of D. E. Anderson Estate
Original letters testamentary granted September 5 1961 by Grayson County Court to J C Anderson executor of the estate of D E Anderson deceased. All persons with claims must present them within the legal period. Residence 1802 West Brackett Sherman Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. E. Anderson
Grayson County
West Brackett
Sherman
Texas
J. C. Anderson
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W. H. Daugherty
Durward L. Martindale
C. W. Fritz
Lottie Turner
R. A. Turner
D. L. Martindale
B. A. Fritz
B. R. Fritz
G. T. Summy
Lennah L
S. V. Earnest
Gladys Hamilton
Whitewright Sun
Setfen Dnaffun
Dallas
Mike Booker
Dan Turner
Gene
James Sparks
Selena Key
Jerry Copeland
Joe Kaiser
Gray Studebaker
Johnny Aldridge
Tiger Tales
Del
Jeannie
Shirley
Kathaleen
Richard
Rita
Butch
Mike
Blue Ridge
Susan
Susie K
Don Ray
Brubs
Jimmy K
J. C
America
Ford
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Whitewright Motor Sales
Whitewright, Texas
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