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Newspaper
Bowie News
Location
Bowie, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1952
Page
2
A proverb from Proverbs 16 9 notes that a person plans his path but the Lord directs his steps, reflecting a faith based perspective on destiny and human effort. The quotation emphasizes divine guidance over personal planning.
An editorial lambasts people who dump garbage beside roads on private and public property. It calls for strict enforcement of fines and notes the difficulty of catching offenders who act after dark.
An editorial by Buel E. Wright of the Montague County Production and Marketing Association argues population growth, soil conservation, and higher per acre yields are essential. It cites U S labor data comparing food costs across countries and lauds American farmers for efficiency, urging support for the ACP Program to rebuild soil and boost yield.
Sunday School lesson traces David’s ascent from shepherd boy to king through key scenes in 1 Samuel and 2 Samuel. It emphasizes God’s selection, David’s fidelity under adversity, Jonathan’s loyalty, and the forming of a community in exile before David’s anointing as king.
PARK SPRINGS Rev R H Watkins of Decatur Baptist College presided over a week long revival at Redbud church ending with Sunday service. The gathering drew many souls and conversions were reported. The Baptist church plans a summer revival beginning August 22 led by Rev Darius McKay, a local favorite.
The F A R Morgan Circle of First Baptist Church met at Mrs Bill Myers home for the monthly Bible lesson. Officers elected for the new year include circle leader Mrs T E McGaugh Bible leader Mrs F O Edwards and Royal Service leader Mrs Bill Myers.
Mrs Gertrude Ham spent last week in Wichita Falls visiting relatives and friends. Mr and Mrs W E Roberts of Amarillo visited and attended the Pleasant Ridge homecoming. Mr and Mrs Johnnie Bunch returned from an extended Rockies trip.
On Sunday August 17 the Minnie Alexander home in Vashti hosted a family reunion. Attending were W. S. Alexander and spouse of Bellevue. O. R. Alexander and children Don Daryl and Mildred of Jacksonville Ark. Sheryl Hendrix of Mablevale Ark. L. L. Alexander and Betty of Wichita Falls. Betty Watts of Bowie. Ellis Alexander and girls Joann and Janette of Bellevue.
Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Wilson traveled to Fort Worth on Sunday to visit relatives.
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