De Leon Bears Set to Face Eastland Mavericks
De Leon travels to meet 2A powerhouse Eastland on Friday night as the Bearcats, 0-2 this season, seek revenge after last year’s 48-0 loss. Eastland, 13-1 last season and ranked top AA, features a large, physical backfield led by quarterback John Jiminez and tailback Howard Xing. kickoff at 8:00 pm.
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Eastland Mavericks
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John Jiminez
Howard Xing
Tony Thomas
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Larry Barnes
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Hamilton
Comanche
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Comanche Edges De Leon 21-14 in rain affected clash
In a downpour Comanche beat De Leon 21-14 as heavy rain caused fumbles and turnovers. Bruce Parker connected with Richard Hicks for a 31 yard first quarter score, Mike Manking and Robert Gilder staged key plays, and David Shaw added a late touchdown to seal the win. Gilder rushed for 107 yards and Shaw 97 for Comanche.
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Comanche Indians
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Richard Hicks
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Mike Mankin
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Danny Armstrong
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Robert Gilder
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David Shaw
Jack Waggoner
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Jeff Brinson
Buzzy Mahan
David Gilder
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Eastland
Peanut crop forecast boosts De Leon community spirits
J C W notes optimism for a strong peanut season and promises more crop details next week. The Salvation Army fundraising drive began with a breakfast at the bank, with local contact Ceval Brown. De Leon donors keep most funds local to aid those in need. Senior classes sell De Leonian annuals to cover publishing costs, encouraging support for a best ever year. New reporter Byron Saith covered Jr High football. first report on page four.
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Salvation Army
Ceval Brown
De Leon
Byron Saith
Weather Report From Reservoir Weather Station
The weather report provides 24 hour temperatures and moisture levels from midnight to 8 am for the Reservoir Weather Station. It records temperatures and humidity readings to inform local conditions.
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Reservoir Weather Station
Sameera Club Meeting Tuesday September 26
The Quarterback Club will meet at the high school this coming Tuesday September 26 at 8 00. Featured will be the film of Eastland and De Leon from last week and all members are urged to attend to support a successful club meeting.
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De Leon B Team Opens Season With 12 6 Victory Over Hamilton
The De Leon B Team defeated Hamilton 12 to 6 as Terry Nabors opened scoring from the eight yard line. Hamilton tied it at 6 before halftime on a 48 yard run, and Marney Wilkerson to Tommy Cleere delivered the only second half points. Grady West noted offensive standouts Mark McKillip Neil McDaniels and James Hodges while Ricky Shoemaker Kenneth Taylor John Hodges and Jerry McKillip anchored the defense. De Leon visits Brownwood Thursday at 7:00.
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Terry Nabors
Ricky Shoemaker
Kenneth Taylor
John Hodges
Jerry McKillip
Brownwood
Farmers Union Plans September 25 County Convention
President David Glover calls the Annual County Convention to adopt resolutions and elect new county officers. Citizens are urged to attend September 25 at 8 pm in the Soil Conservation Building De Leon. Wives invited, refreshments served.
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Farmers Union organization
Soil Conservation Building
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De Leon shows strong finish at Dublin Free Fall Fair
De Leon FFA and 4 H members exhibited animals at Dublin Fair with top honors. Terry Nowlin won Grand Champion Steer and Jeff Whiteside earned Reserve Champion. Placing spread across heavy and light weight classes including Nowlin 1st and Whiteside multiple times, plus Buzzy Mahan earning Champion Barrow and Swine Showmanship trophy.
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Ronnie Frost
Tommy Frost
Joey Mahan
Gayle Mahan
Buzzy Mahan
Janell Straub
E.J. Straub
Barrow
Sledge Wins Football Contest at De Leon Free Press
James Sledge the DHS Sophomore won the second football contest of the season with only one miss and correct tie breaker score. Mark Roch finished second missing by one in tie break, Edgar Brinson third two points off. Bret Sharp H G Sharp and L C Daniels also missed one game. Sledge receives five dollars. Roch and Brinson win one year subscriptions.
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Public employment in Comanche County growth compared nationwide
A survey shows about 500 residents in Comanche County hold government jobs, with 11.3 percent of the local workforce in public employments. National figures rise sharply since 1960, while federal workers grow slower. state and local payrolls drive most increases.
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Deral Brown
Ralph Kowalke
Salvation Army Regional Service Unit
Hiram Smith
Ronnate Nowlin
F&M Bank
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