Musings on Dr Jack W Ragsdale and memories of Brady leaders
A nostalgic letter honors Dr Jack W Ragsdale and Queen for their long service in Brady. The writer recalls Ragsdale’s roles as a civic leader, optometrist, musician, and inspiration to a budding journalist, noting his stroke recovery and the community’s gratitude. It also references local history from Malone & Ragsdale to the Jubilee and Brady Municipal Band, and hints at a feature on mentors in other regions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack W. Ragsdale
Queen
Charles Ragsdale
Smithville
Dr. Ragsdale
B. L
Pat) Malone
Malone & Ragsdale
Jack
Brady Municipal
Deck Christy Dee Wins $11,282 Brady Futurity
Deck Christy Dee a two year old mare won the 350 yard Brady Quarter Horse Futurity at G Rollie White Downs during the 46th July Jubilee. The purse totaled $11 282 50 with Talent Bank in second and Jeeps Lady third as about 2 500 spectators watched.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deck Christy Dee
Brady Futurity
G. Rollie White Downs
J. W. Ham
Odessa
Frank Burrows
Talent Bank
Jeeps Lady
Talented Dolly
Charm and Fashion Seminar Set in Brady High School Auditorium
The Brady Herald hosts a Charm and Fashion Seminar Monday July 9 at 7 15 p m in Brady High School Auditorium. Margaret Chandler Capone of Austin will lead a 90 minute session on figure control posture body language make up fashion sense and voice control with fashions shown by Penneys Lintzs Millers Huffmans and Davis Shop. The event is free and reservations are requested via a form at The Standard office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brady Standard-Herald
Brady Schools
Margaret Chandler Capone
Austin
Brady High School
Brady Chamber Promotes Growth and Community Involvement
The Brady Chamber of Commerce operates from 101 East First Street with secretary Kathy Roddie, inviting the public to visit or call. The article touts benefits of coordinated action for jobs, tax base, and municipal services, urging business and residents to invest in the Chamber. Also covered are local horse racing results from Independence Day events in Brady, detailing Kilgore’s derby wins and multiple race outcomes with purses and times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brady Chamber of Commerce
East First Street
Courthoouse
Brady
Kathy Roddie
Chamber
Chamber of Commerce
Kilgore
Commercial National Bank
Nurses Float Wins In Parade At July Jubilee In Brady
The McCulloch County League of Vocational Nurses earned first in the Adult Club Division of Brady’s July Jubilee parade. Gov Dolph Briscoe and wife led, joined by Rep. W R Poage and Jubilee president Parker Pumphrey. multiple groups won in youth, visiting floats, commercial, antique car, riding clubs, and best dressed categories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brady
Dolph Briscoe
Jubilee
Parker Pumphrey
Texas
McCulloch County League of Vocational Nurses
U.S
W. R
Bob) Poage
Leisure Lodge
Virginia Miller Dancing School
Rosemary Otte
Kimble County
Wilkerson Funeral Home
F. G. Anderson
Gary Waggoner
Gene Sunvison
Brady Sheriffs Posse
Luke Vogel
Warren Cude
Kay Morris
Regina Morris
Brady Ffa
Rainbow Girls
Brady Fha
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Jake) Gaither
Florida A&m
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R. T. Foster
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Wayne May
Bill Leach
Blanket
Pinkies—Olan and
Frances
Slatton
Brady Herald and Standard
Standard Office
The
Brady Standard and Herald Charm and Fashion Seminar
Joe Reyes
I. O. K. Kothmann
Bill Bennett
Johnny Missle
Ham
Burrows
LO. K. Rothmann
Farmers- Ranchers Co-op
Plateau Mate
Ballo's Bay
Glad Times
Pearl Beer
Dio Mio
Dee Colvin
Dandy Deck Hank
Ole’ Topetta
Cajon Hank
Mr. Priddy Bar
Sexy Hug
Jo Kennard
Tacona TB
Magic Destiny
Homer Duncum Tire Co
Spotted Rocket
Don Freeman
Wilkerson
MR. and
Parker Dum
Knel News
Lawrence Boats and Motors
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