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Newspaper
Stamford American
Location
Stamford, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1934
Page
2
A Stamford observer notes more construction activity in the business district and in homes, largely funded by the Federal Housing Act. A coordinated civic effort could boost building, create real employment, and spur broader trade across merchants and suppliers.
The American confirms a five ton order of newsprint totaling 100000 eight page copies. The supply includes 500 pounds colored poster paper for the job department and 5000 pounds for Anson Enterprize. L P Henslee of the Enterprize joined to gain price advantages. Prices have fallen this year amid a competitive market.
The American launches a series of pictorial Texas history strips drawn by Jack Patton of Dallas News and Dallas Journal fame. It covers from the first explorers to post Civil War reconstruction, offering a vivid educational tale for students and casual readers.
Cotton producers vote today to decide if the Bankhead Act remains in effect for another year. The paper notes arguments on both sides and that the Act has affected guns, presses, mills, brokers, and transport, though it was designed to aid the producer. The farmer will determine the outcome.
Mrs Virgil Rowland and Mrs J D Smith entertained the Mittie Shelton Circle of St John s Methodist church at Mrs Smith s home Monday afternoon. Program topics included The Missionary Challenge of the Rural Circuit, Cooperative Efforts of Missionary Societies on Circuits, and The Social Problems Which Some Rural Sees Face with a roundtable on aiding rural spie communities.
The Christmas Ball titled The Cowboys' Christmas Ball by Larry Chittenden will be enjoyed in song and an old square dance festival Friday evening December 14 at the Anson High School gymnasium.
Stamford American advertises durable presents for executives with a focus on lasting value. The note highlights a selection of furniture items suitable as long term gifts for professionals.
Lou Williams, postmistress, railway agent, and grocery store operator in Tuxedo, is praised as a one woman administration of vital stats, estates, farms, and community duties. She runs a store, ships goods, manages a cantata, church and club work, and is active in local bands and social groups.
A large crowd attended Saturday night services at New Hope Church with Rev Jim Skiles of Stamford in charge. Sunday school drew many worshippers and large crowds also joined B T S Sunday night. No services were held Sunday morning or night due to an unspecified reason.
Visitors from Slaton and Corinth joined local residents for Friday volleyball games at Stamford gym. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Schramm hosted and Russell Taylor with children were noted guests. Monday evening saw Stam ford neighbors welcome Glenna Travis, John Travis and others. Rev. Jim Skiles visited. A. L. Hardin returned from the Stamford Sanitarium after a week of medical care.
Local ad promotes oil steam permanents at 2 for $1.00 with a note to get daughters’ permanents at 399 N Swenson Stamford Texas. Price point highlights a holiday sale for beauty services.
Claud Huddleston was a visitor in Stamford searecey evening. Mr. and Mrs. Bill Hager and children, Douglas, Jackie, W. R. and Margaret Ruth, spent Monday night near Hawley with Mr. and Mrs. Joe Young. W. T. Pearl and Jinks Goree were a. in Stamford Wednesday night.
The Ellen Smith and Mittie Shelton Circles plan a joint gathering at St. John's Methodist Church next Monday afternoon. A short play titled Gather Us In will be performed by nine players. All members are urged to attend.
A shop highlights a fine selection of Christmas cards with time running short. The message urges customers to select their cards now, noting a 35-3 reference possibly indicating a catalog or price cue.
The First National Bank in Stamford Texas calls an annual meeting of stockholders on January 8 1935 at 10 a.m. in banking rooms to elect Directors and conduct other business. T. A. Upshaw President E. G. Keese Cashier.
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