Evolution of football rules and early leagues outlined
The article traces origins of football rules from the side level era to the four downs ten yards standard. It highlights Walter Camp’s influence, Stagg’s Big Ten eligibility standards, Yost’s high scoring Michigan team, Warner’s Carlisle innovations, and the rise of professional leagues. It also covers Texas and Texas schools joining early conferences and the Southwest Conference’s formation and changes.
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A. A. Stagg
Stagg Or
Yost
Glenn S
Pop" Warner
Carlisle
Warner
Davis To Be Honored By Gen Telephone
Clyde Vernon Davis of Comanche will be among 23 General Telephone employees honored at a San Angelo steak dinner on September 19. The annual event recognizes central division workers with 15 years of service pins for the year ending August 31. John E. Robbins Jr. will preside. E H Danner and G H Briggs attend. Mack St Clair from Galveston reports Cindy the tropical storm mostly spared Galveston from damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clyde Vernon Davis
General Telephone Company of the Southwest
Comanche
San Angelo
General Telephone
Central Division
Davis
John E. Robbins, Jr
E. H. Danner
G. H. Briggs
Stephenville PCA to Hold 29th Annual Stockholders Meeting
Stephenville based Stephenville Production Credit Association will host its 29th annual stockholders meeting at the City Park recreation building with guest speaker W. H. Calkins of the Federal Intermediate Credit Bank of Houston. The event includes a 9 a.m. registration, 10 a.m. business session, a smorgasbord luncheon, an election of two directors, reports, a nominating committee vote for 1964, and attendance prizes. Over 750 stockholders from a 10-county area are expected. incumbents James Crouch and Tom Mazurek are nominated for two board seats.
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Stephenville
Spl
W. H. Calkins
Federal Intermediate Credit Bank of Houston
Stephenville Production Credit Association
City Park Recreation
W. M. Irwin
Agricultural Financing
Calkins
The
Credit Bank
Houston
Houston Intermediate Credit Bank
Pcas
Texas
Irwin
Comanche
James Crouch
Arlington
Tom Mazurek
Crouch
R. Cal McCurdy
Decatur
C. M. McCain
East Iand
T. W. Winters
Evant
Cotton Whitehead
Granbury
W. C. Hancock
Dublin
W. H. Koonsman
O. S. Dunn
Burton Cunningham
BE. A. Walker
Valiant 1964 Signet V-200 Highlights New Grille And Features
The 1964 Valiant lineup expands to nine models in five body styles led by the Signet V-200 two door hardtop. New items include a floor mounted four speed manual transmission and a differential to curb rear wheel spin, plus a push button electric windshield washer. Engine options include a 101 horsepower standard and a 145 horsepower optional, aiming for easier maintenance and reliability. The 1964 line continues the 5 year or 50,000 mile warranty on engine and drive train components.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valiant
Second Annual Episcopal Funds Meeting in Dallas Draws North Texas Delegates
The Second Annual Meeting of Episcopal Funds trustees gathers 53 North Texas cities in Dallas on September 19. Joe Waring represents St Matthew's Comanche. Bishop C Avery Mason to give invocation. Mayor Earle Cabell welcomes the delegates. The group reports a year of progress, outlines fall capital fund plans, and honors advisory trustees. Episcopal Funds serves 48 counties, 61 cities, and 116 churches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Texas
Comanche
Episcopal
City Club
E. V. McCright
Joe Waring
St Matthew's Episcopal Church
Tion
Earle Cabell
McCright
Episcopal Funds
Diocese of Dallas
Tims
Judy Burks Plays Band Debut at First Game Sat Night
Judy Burks attends SWTSC in San Marcos and is a member of the college band set to perform at the Saturday night game against Texas Lutheran College of Seguin. She previously served as drum major for the CHS Indian band last season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judy Burks
Southwest Texas State College
San Marcos
Texas Lutheran College of Seguin
Judy
CHS
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Cornell
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Latrobe
National Football League
University of Texas
TCU
Baylor
Daniel Baker
Southwest Conference
A&m
Southwestern
Oklahoma
Oklahoma A&m
Rice
Texas Tech
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Burton & Goodson
West Central Avenue
Herb Goodson
Galveston
Mack St. Clair
Tom Cox Jr
Cindy
Chevrolet Accessories
Aliant
Waring
C. Avery Mason
Benedic
Dapendade Service
Joe Tupin
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