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Newspaper
Stamford American
Location
Stamford, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1937
Page
6
Article asserts timely chiropractic adjustments boost vigor and health by addressing spinal issues. Encourages readers feeling run down to consult with no obligation to learn about this method and its benefits for various human ills.
Miss Viola Humphreys of Cisco spoke Thursday at the First Baptist Church to close the W M U Week of Prayer themed Looking unto Jesus. The observance included circles from Ruth Ford to Anna Held and Laura Groner, with a covered dish luncheon and a world mission focus. The Lottie Moon offering will be taken. A monthly business meeting follows next Monday. The family story notes a patient baby in hospital.
Jim Jones full back and Bobby Watson quarterback were unanimous picks for the district all star team by five coaches. Stamford contributors Boedeker end and Toney guard also made the squad. Smith tackle and Bandeen guard earned honorable mention amid church notices and Bible class announcements.
ACHURCHESE Central Christian Albert Jones, Minister Sunday School 10 a m Morning Worship 11 a m Evening Worship 7 80 p m The public is cordially invited to attend these services Lee Carter Pastor The services of the Seventh Day Adventist Church will be as usual next Sabbath The study of the day s lesson will be at ten o'clock and the devotional period at 11 o'clock Both services will be held in the Central Christian Church Visitors are always welcome Jno M Rice Evangelist Yes we are glad you came and we ask you kindly to return with those fine friends of yours and we will do all we can to make you happy while you inspire us with your presence The longer we live in Stamford the more we appre
Friendly city church announces Sunday Bible school at 9 45 a m with classes for children. Next Sunday topics include Joshua at 11 a m and Luke at 7 p m. Evening service starts promptly at 7 o'clock.
St John’s Methodist announces Sunday services with Sunday School at 9 40 a m Morning Worship at 10 50 a m and Evening Worship at 5 p m The sermon topics are The Continuity of Divine Presence and It takes Tribulation to Make a Marvel All Young people invited and urged to be on time for the five o clock service to help make it one of the best
Two additions and one re dedication occurred at Swenson Avenue Baptist last Sunday with Rev H S Hinson preaching in morning and evening services. Jail services in Abilene and Anson were also noted as fine with one woman saved and a man re dedicated. Rev Sam Morris from Del Rio will speak at 11 o clock next Sunday and visit the church. K A Davis and daughter Miss Ruby Davis to sing at the morning service. An invitation to attend services is extended.
Regular services will be held in the Presbyterian church at the usual hours. On the first Sunday of the month the Church School will hold its general assembly in the church auditorium. The class with the highest record for November will receive a copy of the American.
Honoring five relatives whose birthdays are in November, a family reunion of the sons and daughters of Mr. and Mrs. T. L. Johnston of Stamford and their families, held at the home of Mrs. J. French at Rule last Sunday. Numerous guests from Stamford Avoca Munday Old Glory and Rule attended with children and relatives listed.
Miss Jewel Elliott, who has been in the hospital for several weeks, underwent a major operation last Saturday and is improving. Mr and Mrs J L Rucker and daughters Gwendolyn and Nellie Jean spent Sunday in Abilene with relatives.
Wahoo reports the infant known as Papoose remains at the hospital this week with a digestive disturbance and an illness. Her mother visited but the child stays under hospital care.
Mrs. Steve Bennett secretary of the Stamford Chamber of Commerce underwent a major operation at the Stamford Sanitarium Sunday. She is not allowed visitors for several days but is recovering favorably. Mrs. Budley Raines will serve as substitute in the Chamber office until Mrs. Bennett recovers.
C B Compton, 25, of Ibex, died at Stamford Sanitarium from injuries suffered when his light truck struck a concrete bridge abutment near Avoca two weeks earlier. He was severely injured with scalp injuries, multiple leg fractures and an arm broken.
Several Stamford teachers attended the Texas State Teachers' Association convention in Houston over Thanksgiving weekend. Noted attendees include H. Fitzgerald, Moran Street School. Virginia Ramey, Ann McReynolds, Vera Steely. Margaret Upshaw of Reynolds Street School.
E D Appling of Sunnyside has left Stamford Sanitarium where he was treated for several weeks. His condition is regarded as grave but he has been moved to his home for care.
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