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Stamford American

Location

Stamford, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1981

Page

5

Stenholm urges optimistic second century for the nation

Charles W. Stenholm argues that the United States can enter a bright second century by upholding the Constitution and free enterprise. He laments rising government spending since the 1930s, warns democracy collapses under excessive fiscal promises, and calls for resolve and sacrifice to preserve prosperity and liberty.

The United States America Tyler Edinburg University

Fall registration schedule at Cisco Junior College

Cisco Junior College announces fall registration with dates for Cisco Clyde and Abilene centers. Registration at Cisco on Aug 25 26 from 9 am to 4 pm and 6 pm to 8 pm in the Student Union Building. Late registration through Sept 10 during regular hours at the Registrar's office. Clyde and Abilene centers register Aug 19 20 at specified centers. Academic and financial aid counseling available. Call Cisco 817 442 2567 Clyde 915 893 5876 Abilene 915 698 2212.

Cisco Junior College Cisco Clyde Abilene Clyde Educational Community College Center of Sherman

Stamford Receives 3000 Award From Texas Arts Commission

The city of Stamford was awarded 3000 by the Texas Commission of the Arts for the Cowboy Country Museum. The sum was part of 138 awards totaling 1,273,024 this spring, pending Governor Clements' approval of the 1982-83 budget. Awards require local matching funds and support arts programs in multiple disciplines.

Stamford Texas Commission of the Arts Austin Mary Lou Braymer Cowboy Country Museum Clements TCA

Local youths shine at State 4H Trap and Skeet Shoot

Stamford shooter John Ekdahl and Avoca's Larry Filmon represented the area at the State 4H Trap and Skeet Shoot in San Antonio. Filmon placed ninth and Ekdahl 17th in the sub junior division among 65 contestants. The meet ran August 6 to 8.

John Ekdah Stamford Larry Filmon Avoca San Antonio Filmon Ekdah

Bentsen backs cash accounting relief for small business

Senator Lloyd Bentsen urged Senate action on amendments to a tax bill to allow small businesses to use cash accounting and simplified LIFO. The measure would study cash accounting impact by June 30, 1982 and ease LIFO use for firms up to 3 million dollars yearly. He argued cash methods reduce taxes and boost productivity on Main Street.

Lloyd Bentsen Senate Bentsen Treasury Department Wall Street Main Street

Elvis tribute show heads to Stamford High Auditorium

Elvis look alike Duke Presley headlines the Our Memories of Elvis show coming Thursday at 8 p.m. in Stamford High School auditorium. Tickets cost 4 in advance, 6 at the door, and 3 for youth under 16. call 823 3201 for advance seats. The cast includes James White, Jimmy Morgan, Roscoe Turner, and others, with the BHR Company from Tupelo producing.

Elvis Stamford Stamford High School Jones County Sheriff's Department Duke Presley James White Billy Craddock Grand Ole Opry Porter Wagonner Jimmy Morgan Roscoe Turner

Harrell lauds tax exempt savings certificates

Big Country Savings President John Harrell says the All Savers Act will start funds flowing into savings and loan associations by Oct 1, easing home purchases for up to 750000 families. He notes the law boosts mortgage funding, expands home buyer incentives, and allows up to 1000 dollars deduction on interest from certificates.

Congress Big Country Savings John Harrell All Savers Act Savings and Loan Associations U.S. League of Savings Associations Legislative Committee Harrell Treasury

Stamford High class of 1961 reunion summary

Stamford High School’s 1961 graduates held a July 4 reunion at the Stamford Country Club. Notable remembrances honored four deceased classmates: Johnny Petty, Charles Cox, Patsy Carter Dennis, and Darrell Huggins. Attendees from the class included Judy Stifflemire Griggs, Lance Griggs, Beverly Luck Berry, Sarah Carlton Thornbury, and many more listed among the 1961 alumni.

Stamford Johnny Petty Charles Cox Patsy Carter Dennis Darrell Huggins Judy Stifflemire Griggs Lance Griggs Beverly Luck Berry Sarah Carlton Thornbury Carole Acker Hairston Carolyn McDuff Jomes Wilmer Sims Betty Sue McCaulley Murray Jocille Flumlee Rosenquist

VIP Center entertainment week features Clyde group and Round-Up Boys

The Bell Sisters of Clyde perform Friday at 11 a.m. at the VIP Community Center with Mrs. Tom Hickman. The Round-Up Boys give a monthly 11 a.m. concert Monday. Charles Mussman and Gary Boatwright presented Poison Plants last week. Regular activities include dominoes, bridge, exercise, and sing-along routines. VIP menu lists Swiss steak and more for the coming week.

Bell Sisters of Clyde VIP Tom Hickman West Texas Muscial Entertainment Charles Mussman Jones County District Gary Boatwright

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