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Newspaper

Stamford American

Location

Stamford, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1968

Page

3

Lassetter and Ivy Wed in First Baptist Church Ceremony

Valerie Lassetter and Danny C. Ivy exchanged vows last Saturday at First Baptist Church with Rev. Jack Southerland officiating. The couple will reside in Stamford after a San Antonio trip, as Valerie trains in nursing and Danny pursues agriculture education at Texas Tech.

Miss Lassetter Danny Ivy Marry i Valerie Lassetter Danny C. Ivy First Baptist Church Jack Southerland San Antonio Stamford Stamford High School Glen and Lottie School of Beauty Anson Vocational School of Nursing Paint Creek Texas Technological College N.L.B. Davis and Son Ranch

Miss Kelly Weds Philip Wright in Abilene Ceremony

Juannette Kelly and Philip Norman Wright married Saturday in Abilene at the bride’s brother’s home. The Rev. Buddy Sipe presided. attendants included Mrs Philip Petty as matron of honor and Ernie Popham as best man. The couple will reside at 1110 B East Nobbs Midland.

Juannette Kelly Philip Norman Wright Rayford Kelly Abiene Leeders Buddy Sipe Mctauiley Baptist Church Leroy Kelly Abilene Kelly Elaine Wright Tacoma Wash Philip Petty Wichita Falls Ernie Popham East Nobbs Midland Cooper High School

ALCW Meeting At Christ Lutheran Church

Mrs Sam Urrate led Bible study for the ALCW at Christ Lutheran Church on July 9. Eight members attended the evening session at Mrs La Lauada Rhoads home with tote bag project. The afternoon group met with Mrs H Klose. eight members were present and Pastor Sam Urrate gave the Bible study.

Sam Urrate ALCW Christ Lutheran Church Sie la Lauada

Colors Printed on Cotton Cloth Like Paper Printing

A description notes that colors appear on cotton cloth in a manner similar to printing on paper. The comparison highlights textile printing techniques and the transfer of color to fabric.

Public Notice Sealed bids for Stamford street improvements

Sealed bids addressed to the Honorable Mayor and City Council of Stamford Texas will be received at City Hall until 1:00 p m August 16 1968 for labor materials and equipment to construct improvements on Davenport Street Columbia Drive Columbia Street Blackstock Street Sherry Lane Elizabeth Street Cuba Street Texas Street Gould Street Yale Street and related items. Proposals require a 5 percent cashier’s or certified check or bid bond and bidders must furnish performance and payment bonds equal to 160 percent of contract price. The city may reject bids or waive informalities. Plans and specs available from the City Manager Stamford Texas.

Stamford Jones County Texas City Hall Samford Davenport Street Anson Street Hobart Street Columbia Drive Columbia Street Blackstock Street Sherry Lane Elizabeth Street Cuba Street Texas Street Trinity Street Gould Street Orient Street Yale Street Vanderbilt Street Totel Ford Forres

Betti Ruth Lindsey and Win del Bert Sansom Jr to wed

The couple named attendants for their August 4 wedding at First Baptist Church. Maid of honor is Mrs Fred Claussen of Wichita Falls, with bridesmaids Patsy Baugh and Mrs Emmett Wayne Cook. Best man is Dave Shackelford, groomsmen Frank Weed Jr and Clayton Crider, ushers Ralph Boyce and Doyle Crider. Music will be by Mrs Jack Southerland and Mrs James Self. Also notes 90 percent of U S cotton is mechanically harvested.

Betti Ruth Lindsey Windel Bert Sansom Jr First Baptist Church Fred Claussen Wichita Falls Patsy Baugh Stephenville Emmett Wayne Cook Lubbock Dave Shackelford San Antonio Frank Weed Jr Uvalde Clayton Crider Rio Frio Ralph Boyce Utopia Doyle Crider Jack Southerland James Self

Bridal Shower for Evelyn Gray in First Assembly of God

Ruth Evelyn Gray bride elect of Richard Honea was honored with a bridal shower Saturday night July 27 in the First Assembly of God Church reception hall. Avocado green and yellow decor, with floral arrangements, gifts on white lace, and hostesses from the Women’s Missionary Council.

Ruth Evelyn Gray Richard Honea First Assembly of God Church Houston Larry Teichelman Aline Gray Sally Jenkins Connie Whitworth Diane Anderson Women's Missionary Council of

Births Gloria Vasquez Welcomes Son Grady Jr

A son named Grady Jr was born July 29 to Mrs Grady Vasquez and Mr Grady Vasquez of Stamford. The newborn adds joy to the Stamford family as relatives celebrate the new arrival.

Grady Jr Grady Vasquez Stamford

Mittens and scarfs stored in shoe bag for winter

A shoe bag is used as a storage file for mittens and scarves. To prepare for summer, mend and wash them, then pair and tuck them in shoe pockets. Roll the bag and store on the hall closet top shelf for easy unrolling next fall.

Staple Length Defines Cotton Fiber Type

A textile note explains staple length as the measure of cotton fiber length, distinguishing long and short fibers. The term informs quality and spinning properties, with longer staples yielding smoother yarns and stronger fabrics. Local mill practices may grade cotton by staple length for market classes.

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W. B. Lassetter Lem Ivy Frank McDonald Marilyn Teichelman Margaret Ebenstam Johnnie Riddle Eileen Leisha Perry Lassetter Lueders Gene Jones Leslie Lassetter Kenneth Dudensing Harold Kretschmer Haskell Thomas Hudson Lynn Manske Peggy Dudensing Marie Kretschmer Miss Kelly P. N. Wright Petaluma, Calif Tg&y At Chuck Wilson Thrift Morton Kimbell Porden , Si Inte Aito MEADS C Q. T Pertone BIG Boy Dog Food Scott Thompson SUN Grande Ectarings Evin Ver Sas U. S Evelyn Gray Joe Benton
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