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Newspaper
Stamford American
Location
Stamford, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1964
Page
10
The farm census aims to collect broad data on farming and ranching, with 255 questions across two pages. A Hereford sugar beet story notes a rare large specimen, while beets processing expands regional industry.
J A columnist from Paint Creek Sage argues against a Congressional proposal to replace a federal estate transfer tax with state revenue. He decries government intervention and warns that Washington should not dictate how states raise money. The letter reflects distrust of federal overreach and calls for states to self finance without federal help.
Local brief from Stamford Texas dated Thursday December 17 1964 reports community happenings and notices in short form.
A Kentucky judge recalls a lecture tale as sonic booms from supersonic flights raise liability concerns. Experts predicted damage unlikely yet windows crack and plaster breaks occur. The Air Force handles claims carefully, arguing booms reflect defense training and security.
Gov. Connally's second inaugural is postponed to January 26 to avoid Johnson’s Washington swearing in. No parade or ball. oath at noon with reception to follow at the governor's mansion. Texas faces unemployment declines and labor figures, plus debates over dam plans on the Colorado River and judicial council proposals.
Lexington Gillean of Stamford enters a twelve month physical therapy course at the University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston. The program awards a bachelor of science and a PT certificate after completing requirements and patient referrals. Gillean is the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Gillean and a Stamford High School graduate.
Notice text shows old branding for the Stamford American merged with the American publication on July 3 with publisher credits and legal info. It mentions correction policy and a publisher’s address at 14 East Hamilton Street Stamford Texas, with monthly postal notice rules and annual subscription rates.
Burkburnett defeats Stamford 200 in the Bi-District championship before 2,900 fans. Stamford closes stores and schools for the game. large Burkburnett delegation and many visitors attend.
Stamford resident David W. Ratliff, a state representative, leads Pat Bullock in unofficial returns from a 13 county district for the 24th Senatorial seat in a special election. Christmas church programs and a Messiah chorus concert are planned across Stamford and surrounding communities with dozens of local participants.
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