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Newspaper

Stamford American

Location

Stamford, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1941

Page

5

Christmas party for Good Fellowship class at First Baptist

Mrs Ella Armstrong hosted a Christmas party for the Good Fellowship Class of the First Baptist Church. Devotional by Mrs George Smith, toy donations for underprivileged children, flowers presented to Mrs Smith, and refreshments served. attendees listed. A bridal shower for Mrs Bill Houston followed with games, gifts, and refreshments at the home of Mrs Dean McKennon.

Good Fellowship Ella Armstrong First Baptist Church Mrs. Smith Mrs. Armstrong Frances Carson Alma Gustafson Mmes George Smith B. W. Cullum L. E. Adams J. T. Has Bill Houston Mavis McLemore Dean McKennon C. W. Cox Obera Rush Wynona Rush Lola Dean McKennon Virgiia Houston Bonita Steddum Ottie Ross Lucille MecLemore O. G. Chester Mary MecKennon Joe H. Weaks A. S. Steddum L. P. Whittington C. B. Rhea Lois Foster Massey Johnny Griggs T. D. McLemore Henry Bryant T. J. Houston C. M. McLemore J. L. Rucker O. W. Bush Henry McLemore Partain Craig Stephens Arthur Bushell Hayden Walker John McLemore R. G. Meor Jim Lemons C. B. Freer

Engagement Notice for Quentin Dillard and Edwina Gregory

Announcement of engagement for Quentin Rogers Dillard formerly of Stamford and Edwina Marie Gregory daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward G Gregory. Dillard currently stationed at Moffett Field California planning future residence in Stamford.

Quentin Rogers Dillard Stamford Edwina Marie Gregory Edward G. Gregory Dillard Moffett Field California

Christmas Lesson Opens Busy Bazaar Planning Meeting

Mrs. Baldwin hosts a Christmas lesson at her home with Mrs. Baldwin, Miss Blanche Baldwin, Mrs. Thompson, and other members present. A business meeting outlines a bazaar set for December 12 and 13, with pie coffee and olives served. Attending were Mrs. Pace Bailey Post Small Coombes Grant Fleming Ladd Conant King Browning Hellums and the hostesses. Mrs. Hugh Jones attended as a ten hour guest.

J. H. Baldwin Baldwin Blanche Bob Grant S. L. Fleming R. G. Ladd A. M. Conant Ralph King W. T. Browning R. L. Hellums Hugh Jones

Westminster Guild Christmas Luncheon Held at Central Church

The Westminster Guild of Central Presbyterian held its annual Christmas luncheon at Mrs. Bart Holland’s home last Wednesday. A four table menu featured flowers and red berries, with Mrs. Earl Keese presiding and former member Mrs. J. C. Pinson entertaining with piano selections.

Westminster Guild Bart Holland Central Presbyterian Church J. C. Pinson Sweetwater Earl Keese Mmes Walter Bunkley Dick Rowland H. H. Pennington J. M. McDonald Earl Reese J. Dyer H. P. Moody E. A. Russell Oliver Crump R. C. Ricks W. B. Harrison Perry Smith Little Billy Ricks

Christian Roots of Democracy Discussed by Church Auxiliary

Mrs. Oliver Crump led a program based on the book Christian Roots of Democracy for the Central Presbyterian Church Auxiliary on December 1 at Mrs. Bart Holland's home. Attendees included Mmes Earl Reese Perry Smith H H Pennington Miss Emma D Meritt and many others.

Oliver Crump Central Presbyterian Church Bart Holland Mmes Earl Reese Perry Smith H. H. Pennington Emma D. Meritt Mmes C. E. Binkley Annie Blankenbeckler Dick Rowland J. Dyer W. B. Harrison Earl Keesa J. M. McDonald

Christmas Party of Wesley Adult Bible Class Held

Members of the Wesley Adult Bible Class of St. John's Methodist Church gathered for a festive Christmas party with refreshments and fellowship. The event featured readings, songs, and a gift exchange among attendees.

Wesley

Christ mas Party and Forty Two Club Meet for Christmas

The ist Church held its annual Christmas party at Mrs. S. H. Terry's home with officers of the class as hostesses. festive decor and a program included devotions, a chalk drawing, carols, and a Santa visit. The Forty Two Club also held a Christmas themed meeting hosted by Mrs. Cleburne Huston with forty-two games and seasonal refreshments.

Ist Church S. H. Terry Mmes R. C. Thomas P. C. Owens W. P. Moore J. P. Orr W. C. Tunnell R. B. Buie B. H. Baird J. B. Dodson S. H. Young Waco Calvin Cannon Ica Peru South America North Sarah Inglish McDonald The Jack Jones G. B. McLaughlin G. L. Inglish Santa Claus J. V. McReynolds Fort Worth Fort Worth, Miss Mayme Cullum Miss Pearl Ray A. E. Nowlin C. P. Amerson P. P. Bettis N. H. Bickley W. R. Keeton R. G. Ladd L. P. Hepler W. A. Terry W. F. Bagby Chas. Corley M. L. Hewett Cleburne Huston Mesdames B. H. Baird J. D. Shackelford J. W. Newsome Anna Dias H. H. Pennington D. O. McKimmon A. E. Wiese E. B. Harrison W. W. Miller Bill Terry J. F. Walker H. P. Moody

Lueders Welcomes New Pastor With Surprise Shower

The new Methodist pastor Rev. W. N. Henderson and his family were honored at a Friday night "pounding" at the parsonage. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Glen O'Dell and many neighbors sharing coffee hot chocolate and cookies. The event also notes a Friday Boy Scout Troop meeting and reorganization.

W. N. Henderson T. R. Putnam E. M. Douthit M. E. Smart Fannie Rogers W. D. Nance B. F. Modgling Mae Stifflemire

Scout Hut meeting selects leaders and lists attendees

Night at the Scout Hut saw Carroll Webb chosen as Senior patrol leader and Wayne Burgeson as scribe. Attendees included Calvin and Reggie Sides, Willie Robert Rogers, Wayne Burgeson, Carroll Webb, Bennie Fickel, Durwood Webb, Junior McIntosh and Stanley Williams.

Carroll Webb Wayne Burgeson Calvin Reggie Sides Willie Robert Rogers Bennie Fickel Durwood Webb Junior McIntosh Stanley Williams Alton Mullins Mary Alice Putnam Texas College For Women At Denton T. R. Putnam

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