22 Dec 1977
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Newspaper
De Leon Free Press
Location
De Leon, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1977
Page
1
A community message invites children to visit Santa at Farmers and Merchants Bank Friday from 1 to 3 PM with candy for attendees. The note also praises area farmers, mentions tractor displays at De Leon Bearcat Stadium, and thanks FFA members for citrus fruit sales. It closes with Christmas wishes from the Free Press.
Readers are reminded that Christmas, observed this Sunday December 25, marks the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. The season recalls the angel’s message to Joseph and the miraculous conception by the Holy Spirit.
The text notes Christmas began about 300 years after Christ and December 25 lacks NT confirmation. It highlights the creche ceremony on Christmas Eve and the long standing role of Christmas music, carols, bells, and merry tunes in celebrating the holiday.
Incumbents and newcomers declare runs for county offices in Comanche County. Betty Conway seeks re election as County Clerk, with seven years in office. Derwin Nabors runs for Precinct 4 Commissioner. Ruth Page seeks re election as District Clerk. Hazel Carouth announces for County Treasurer. Johnny Livingston announces for County Judge and Billy Patton for Precinct 2 Commissioner with three years as commissioner.
De Leon area farmers rally behind American Agriculture by parking sixteen tractors at Bearcat Field on December 14. The display runs through the new year as more farmers may join, aiming to pressure citizens to acknowledge the financial hardships threatening local farms. J W Sadberry notes 6 to 12 local farmers go out of business annually.
The State Comptroller announced 890 Texas cities will receive sales tax rebate checks totaling 53.8 million dollars for December. De Leon's share is 8,345.19 with other towns listed: Brownwood 110,610.14. Stephenville 69,220.64. Comanche 17,078.27. Eastland 14,506.06. Hamilton 13,771.40. San Saba 9,275.30. Ranger 9,634.46. The year’s rebates total 361.6 million, up 58.9 million from 1976.
Local notice states Sante will appear at F M Bank on Friday to discuss community banking services and a potential public event. Officials urge residents to attend and learn about upcoming financial programs and access options.
The De Leon Chamber of Commerce says most local businesses will close on Monday December 26 for Christmas and on Monday January 2 for the New Year holiday.
Mrs. Cindy Morris and members affiliated with Pettit Baptist are identified in the notice or brief item. The text confirms association with Pettit Baptist and notes her affiliation.
Farmers and Merchants Bank hosts a December 14 party for 175 guests labeled Fair Ladies and gentlemen. Heritage Singers from Howard Payne University performed religious and secular carols, touring U S bases and Newfoundland under USO. Gift exchange followed with jams and jellies for each guest. Hostesses included Lena Taylor and Sue Wilson among others.
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