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Newspaper
Glen Rose Reporter
Location
Glen Rose, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1941
Page
1
The Glen Rose Homecoming is set for June 21–22 with exes and visitors expected. Volunteers can help welcome guests by contacting G C Gibbs. The Chamber of Commerce Picnic is postponed due to rain, with a later date to be announced. Local bonds are offered at First National Bank and post office, paying nearly 3 percent interest.
Bouse House releases Oil Boom a 34 page photo filled volume now available through the Reporter columns. Send $3 to receive a copy promptly. The author, seasoned in newspapers and film, offers engaging notes on oil fields in West Texas and Arkansas.
Stf Sgt Lawrence T Mullen son of Mr and Mrs R B Mullen of Glen Rose Texas has left with the 346th School Squadron for Phoenix Arizona He is part of a nucleus of experienced Air Corps men and will join the unit at Kelly Field Litch Field nears completion as an Advanced School field to train new Flying Cadets every five weeks in support of national defense Mullen will participate in the training phase for Air Corps pilots.
Officials report a temporary shutdown at an oil well near Glen Rose due to a faulty water pump. They expect drilling to restart by late today at about 3100 feet, noting softer formation and a damaged part sent to Houston for repairs.
The paper notes a misidentification last week distinguishing Tom Campbell of Hamilton County paying a fine in Justice Court from Tom Campbell of Glen Rose and a separate Tom Campbell who is a cook. The correction clarifies the correct individuals involved.
Glen Rose residents look forward to a large turnout as Jack Amlung's Orchestra plays at Oakdale Casino Friday night June 20. Floyd Davis, casino manager, reports all preparations complete and reservations moving quickly for a top quality event enjoyed by both young and old.
Members met at T. K. Donaldson’s office Monday night to discuss buying a new mower for the golf grounds and repair parts for the old one. A committee was appointed to study options and determine costs. The Weatherford golf team is expected for a match as soon as grass is cut. an announcement will follow.
Germany won the signature of Britain's non fighting ally Turkey to a ten year friendship pact. The move aims to keep Turkey out of Germany's war with Britain and to guard southern flank in case German Russian relations sour. Reuters dispatch also notes unconfirmed reports of German attacks on Russia and a Romanian ultimatum. French High Command reports Syria campaign success as Britain conducts bombardment in Northern France.
A Defense Contracts Service official said the U S may spend over 100 billion dollars on defense before Germany is defeated, describing current plans as insurance and rejecting a 19 billion figure as insufficient for the program. He cited a contemplated 44 billion dollar defense program as part of the contrast.
Glen Rose Chamber of Commerce directors met to discuss sign and road committees and carryover matters. Dr J J Hanna Quanah announced plans to buy Bridges Park, build a bath house and invite black families to operate it, backing local development. Next meeting set for June 30.
Miss Cora Lilly entertained Mrs E G Lilly Mr and Mrs H O Gress and daughter Cynthia from Waco as Sunday guests in a brief personal notice reflecting social rounds.
The Commissioners Court began condemnation proceedings against Charles F. Williams of Dallas for the right of way through the J. O. Pruitt ranch to build the Glen Rose Cleburne Highway. All other right of way is secured except Williams. The Texas Highway Department plans 200 workers to upgrade the Cleburne Alvarado corridor with new curves shoulders surface and bridges, aiming to finish in about a year. U S 67 is a military highway linking Dallas to Camp Bowie at Brownwood.
The National Youth Administration Military Band of Fort Worth will perform a concert June 21 1941 from 1 to 3 pm at the Band Stand on the Court House lawn in Glen Rose. The visit promotes NYA training projects with youths from Tarrant County and aims to introduce the training program to Somervell County residents. County Judge Howard R. Dimukes invited the band which has played at Army camps statewide and rarely visits smaller towns.
County officials celebrate the completion of a new deed record cabinet in the lobby of the county clerk’s office. The 10 by 4 foot roller cabinet, built by NYA with county materials, will hold about 84 volumes, easing the crowded deed vault and allowing faster handling of records.
Jack Bridges of Glen Rose leads Texas Palomino breeders at the National Association meeting in Los Angeles. He is a director of the Texas group and shows several fine Palomino horses on his Glen Rose ranch. Also attending are W. E. Mitchell and family, and Dr. Zappe, secretary of the Texas Palomino Association of Mineral Wells.
Washington June 14 Jesse H Jones federal loan administrator said he intended to provide nearly 1 billion dollars to build plants for the 500 bombers a month program using his new defense spending authority.
Dr J O Carr welcomed his parents Mr and Mrs Carr of Gainsville as his guests on Tuesday.
James Fraklin West Jessie Offord Pruitt and Hershel Stewart from Glen Rose left Tuesday for the Army Induction Station in Dallas for final examination with uncertain future postings. Earlier on June 4 Louis Lavon Stringer from Glen Rose was inducted into the army.
Congressman Fritz G. Lanham sends two dollar renewal payment to The Glen Rose Reporter via F. D. Hicks of Glen Rose Texas. He requests delivery to his Washington D C House of Representatives address while Congress remains in session.
Nine girls and guardian Miss Verda May Mimms are at Cleburne State Park for a week as part of the Glen Rose Camp Fire Girls activities.
Glen Rose prepares for a two day homecoming welcoming exes with a Saturday luncheon at the school grounds and a Sunday basket lunch at Bridge's Park. Officials led by president G. C. Gibbs report months of planning and strong community support. The program includes a welcome address by Karl Booker a skit The Lamp Went Out by Exes and musical numbers by the Glen Rose Rhythm Band directed by Nevelle Milam with Judge Milburn Long of Abilene as a speaker.
Meridian Texas June 11 Walter D. Sanford 40 was shot at his farm home seven miles northwest of Meridian and died instantly. His wife Grace Stanford, with children present, confessed the shooting claiming self defense amid years of abuse and threats. She posted a $500 bond and was released pending grand jury action. Funeral services were held at Necessity cemetery with a special over size coffin arranged in Waco.
Meeting starts Friday night June 20 at First Christian Church Walnut Springs led by Evangelist Rev H E Crone Ten feature night services announced inviting everyone to attend.
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