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Newspaper
Stamford American
Location
Stamford, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1979
Page
8
The craftsman describes using dense woods like zebra, Honduran mahogany, oak, and cherry for tables. He details finishes with oils and lacquers, a specialized carving table with end vises, and a wealth of tools from carving blades to band saws. He notes lessons in sharpening and finish, plus design steps with carbon paper and French curves.
A Stamford resident, W. E. Bill Mayes, balances a busy career in music education and church life with woodcarving. Self taught, he crafts unique pieces including tables, wall plaques, a walnut horse, and a two part box purse, all finished in rare woods like paduak and amaranth. Mayes emphasizes handwork, originality, and that carving fits into short daily sessions despite a demanding schedule.
Mrs. Max Hawes Davenport formerly Kerstin Regina Boles of Taos New Mexico was feted at a Saturday morning coffee hosted by Margaret Bolding. Guests included her mother in law Hap Davenport and many Stamford Abilene and Hamlin families with floral centerpieces and light refreshments. Birth notices list several local births from Aug for area residents.
Leon Hargrove was honored with a backyard barbeque Saturday night August 18 celebrating his 52nd birthday. Family including his children and grandchildren attended. R C Carpenter prepared beef brisket served with cake and homemade ice cream for dessert. Hargrove is known in Jones County as a private dirt contractor. Attending the birthday event were relatives and neighbors.
A Texas A&M University energy specialist notes reforms will funnel about 300 million dollars to renovate 100 small hydroelectric projects and roughly 1 million dollars to build 100 small gasohol plants, supporting rural areas.
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