Stamford voters approve street and auditorium bond issues
In Tuesday’s election Stamford backed both bonds by large margins street bonds 224 to 82 and auditorium bonds 187 to 115. City officials plan an auditorium large enough for Chamber of Commerce events and to improve street paving with property owner petitions guiding street selections. Stamford aims to move forward into 1925 as a progressive town.
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Stamford
Westexas Chamber of Commerce
Plainview
Brownwood
Davenport
Sargo Stamford
Jones County Mutual Auto Mobile Insurance Company Organized
The Jones County Automobile Protective Association forms in Stamford as a mutual aid outfit for auto insurance. B. H. Baird presides, Evalina Lay serves as secretary, and A. H. McWilliams with R. G. Scott are treasurers. The First arena Bank named as depository. The plan offers 10 percent savings on gas, oil and accessories through McClellan & Sons Garage to offset loss assessments.
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Jones County Automobile Protective Association
Stamford
Mutual Aid Association For Life Insurance
B. H. Baird
Evalina Lay
A. H. McWilliams
R. G. Scott
First Arena Bank
Deposito
Mansiver
McClellan & Sons Garage
Hamlin School Delegates Visit Stamford High
Hamlin Supt Green and Hamlin school board member Mrs John T Day with two students toured Stamford High Thursday to study methods for potential adoption in Hamlin. Stamford will return the visit and Anson will visit Hamlin as well. The delegates praised Stamford High School.
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Supt. Green
Hamlin
Allbritton
School ‘Board
John T. Day
Stamford High School
Stamford
Anson
Vistors
Poultry Show Planned in Hamlin by County Agent Masterson
County Agent Masterson prepares for a poultry show in Hamlin on January 16 and 17. The event aims to attract a large number of exhibitors and offers a liberal premium list. Officials expect strong interest as livestock and poultry meet a rising demand, with emphasis on quality birds and educational displays.
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Hamlin
Masterson
Bandmasters' Association Meet In Fort Worth
Fort Worth hosts the Bandmasters' Association gathering at the Texas Hotel Friday with G. C. Collum in attendance representing the organization.
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Bandmasters’ Association
G. C. Collum
Fort Worth
Bef
Texas
Texas Hotel
Babareey
Maes
Modern Woodmen Officers Elected at Local Hall Banquet Held
The Modern Woodmen of America met last Tuesday night electing L. L. Loop as Council, W. L. McCann as Advisor, 8. S. McDougle as Banker, Roy Duke as Escort, BR. Dulaney and Lawrence Crider as Justices. A banquet followed at the American Cafe with installation planned for January 20. Members urged to attend and visitors welcomed.
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Modern Wootmen
L. L. Loop
Consel
W. L. McCann
P. T. A. Opens Year With Meeting At Local Grammar School
The first P T A meeting of the year convenes at the grammar school on East Moran Street Wednesday at 3 30 p m. Miss Rosebud Mattoon has returned to State University in Austin after opening the hall with her parents Mr and Mrs Mattoon of this city.
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Parent-Teachers’ Association
East Moran Street
Western Candy Company Plans New Factory in Stamford
Western Candy Company has purchased the corner lot at Merdon and Ace streets and will erect a brick factory 25 by 80 feet starting next week. The firm, currently on South Webb street after moving from South Ferguson, aims to expand capacity and improve facilities to boost local industry. J. B. Smith will run the factory and C. E. Wason will handle road sales. the firm has grown from a small start into a large production and distribution operation.
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Mr. Smith
Mr. Wason
Letter of appreciation from Stamford teachers to editor
The Stamford American is thanked by the Stamford teachers institute for its support and space in publications that publicized a teachers and school officials gathering. The letter praises the paper for promptly publishing school items and invites ongoing usage of its columns, signed by Holand on July 8.
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Stamford
Texas
Stamford American
Thomas
Teachers’ Institute
Holand
Stamford Banks Report Prosperity Despite Drought
Three Stamford banks show deposits of 890000 at First National 623000 at First State and 430000 at Guaranty State with loans totaling 579000, 332000 and 168000 respectively. Officers praise state of finances noting no interbank borrowing and optimism for 1924. bond issues for streets and auditorium approved and highway funds ready to begin construction.
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First National
First State
Guaranty State
First State Bank
Guaranty State Bank
Stamford
Stamford Royal Neighbor Camp Initiation Meeting Announced
An all day event for Stamford Royal Neighbor Camp members includes a special initiatory and installation program. The camp anticipates a splendid day and urges members to be present on Tuesday January 13.
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Royal Neighbors
Stamford
Royal Neighbor Camp
Stamford State Park Deal Nears Final Texas Approval
Mr Colp of the State met in Stamford Thursday to settle final details of the State Park at College Park. The commerce and insula committee and the American cafe lunch discussed the deal. Full board approval remains routine to satisfy the law and will follow.
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Colp
Stamford
E State Park
College
Emmerce
Insula
State of
Texas Guan Group Plans New Stamford Building
The local National Guan chapter in Stamford faces housing concerns as it plans a new building on the Layne YatesBlock. The project aims to provide a modern facility, funded by lease income, to support upkeep. The group offers social and educational activities for area youths and members, including meals and theatre events, with some vacancies due to members moving away and a July training camp mentioned.
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Texas
National Guan
Een
Layne Yates
Compan
Stamford
Lyoung Men
Paladoor
First Baptist Church Sees Pulpit Appointment and Revival Plans
Last Sunday at First Baptist Church drew larger attendance as Dr. W. F. Fry filled the pulpit and the Pulpit Committee reported. Rev. W. C. Moffett of Georgetown was invited to pastor, with a decision pending. The Ladies’ weekly program and ongoing services continue until a new pastor arrives, promising renewed religious effort.
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First Baptist Church
W. F. Fry
Simmons Wares
W. C. Moffett
Georgetown
Moffat
Nazarene Revival Set At North Swenson Avenue Church
Revival services begin Friday evening at the Nazarene church on North Swenson Avenue with Mrs. Fannie Payne of Oklahoma as Evangelist and Mrs. Buelan Knight directing songs. Rev J L Bates and wife will assist as regular pastors. The meeting lasts two weeks and a cordial welcome is extended to all who come to take part in the revival.
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Nazarene Chuch
Swenson Avenue
Fannie Payne
Oklahoma Ty
Evangelist
Buelan Knight
J. L. Bates
Methodist Church Announces Sunday School and Services
The church invites Methodists to Sunday School at 9 45 A M and notes the pastor will preach in the morning and evening. Evening service is at 7 00 P M A 5 0 P M meeting of the ague Alumni will follow for former League members. Everyone is urged to attend.
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Methodist Church
Ague
League
Eeryone
Pearl Cowan and Frank C Sorell wed in Stamford
Miss Pearl Cowan and Frank C Sorell were married in Stamford on a Thursday evening. They are residents of Leders and were described as a fine young couple with strong character. The American extends congratulations.
Nevist Couple Welcome New Son in Bunker Hill
Mr and Mrs G W Nevist of Bunker Hill celebrate the birth of a baby boy weighing 12 pounds.
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G. W. Nevist
Bunker Hill
Joyland Theatre Owner in Sanatorium Repairs
P. P. Fitzpatrick, owner and manager of the Joyland Theatre, underwent surgery and is in the sanitarium. Surgeons repaired his side and internal injuries while he remains involved in securing film for his playhouse. Mrs. Fitzpatrick and others manage the theatre in his absence.
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P. P. Fitzpatrick
Joyland Theatre
Dallas
Playhouse
Fitz
Fits
A T Grissom Dies After Long Illness at 79
A T Grissom died January 2 at his home nine miles northeast of Stamford after a long illness. He was 79, suffered paralysis, and leaves a wife and six grown children. The remains were laid to Caple cemetery with Rev. Morris of Stamford officiating. Barrow Furniture Undertaking Department in charge of arrangements.
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A. T. Grissom
Stamford
Caple
Rev. Morris
Barrow Furniture Undertaking Department
Ruby Hays and Roy Brock Wed in Stamford
Miss Ruby Hays and Roy F. E. Brock were married by the Justice of the Peace in Stamford on Wednesday at 8:00 p m They were accompanied by Miss Bertha Lain and Newt Newson and will reside in Haskell.
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Stamford
Ruby Hays
Roy FE. Brock
Justice of the Peace
Bertha Lain
Newt Newson
Haskell
St Thomas Church Services Draw Large Tuesday Attendance
Services at St Thomas Catholic Church on South Swenson Avenue drew a well attended gathering Tuesday January 6. Rev P Mosler of Bo marton conducted the services which were enjoyed by those in attendance.
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St. Thomas
St. Thomas, Catholic Church
Swenson Avenue
P. Mosler
Bomarton
School Board Debates Fire Escapes Costs and Bond Plan
The board weighs immediate fire escape needs for public schools and explores a possible small bond issue to fund standard escapes. Budget constraints, maintenance, and safety drills are discussed as officers consider orderly evacuations and securing existing windows against vandalism.
Post Office Receipts Hit New High Record in 1924
The Stamford post office posted a 1924 gross of 827,845.56, the year's receipts far surpassing 1923 and 1922 totals. Postmaster Adams praises staff and patrons for smooth service during a peak Christmas period, noting continued city growth and strong demand for housing and telephones.
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Stamford Post Office
Stamford
Post Office
Federal Police
Federa
J. F. Adama
Adams
Rhea
Iehd Each
Cvshing
Perron
Rotary Club meeting at Masonic Hall plans Stamford Inn rebuild
The Rotary Club of Stamford held a large meeting at the Masonic Hall dining room on Tuesday. They will keep meeting there until the Stamford Inn is rebuilt. The luncheon committee has served meals since the Inn burned, but costs rise, so the club contracted with American Cafe to provide lunches in the Mason room until home quarters return. The club pledged support to the school board on fire escapes for public schools. L Haynie reported a state park board inspector will visit to finalize a state park at Stamford, with boundary designation from the 110 acre College Lake tract. the city will share half for the park, while the rest remains a city park. Haynie is praised for driving committee work amid city debt.
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Rotary Club
Thery Club
Masonic Hall
Stamford Inn
American Cafe
Mason Room
He L. Haynie
State Park Board
Stamford
State Board
College Lake
Haynie
Kelley Deputy Sheriff Appointed for Stamford
Kelley Deputy Sheriff W G Kelly, owner of Kelleys Grocery on North Swenson, has been named deputy sheriff for Stamford and began duties January 1. He brings prior experience as a pense officer and says he will do a good job enforcing Texas statutes.
County Seat Visit Reveals Busy County Offices
The reporter toured the county offices including the sheriff’s and clerk’s areas, noting Tom Hudson on duty with A Sanders as deputy, Judge Bruce Ryan presiding, Walter Win’s clerks busy, and Luella Hauk explaining school matters to trustees.
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jJudge
Walter Win
Cavan
Luella Hauk
Owen Thorme
Én Wets
Stamford High School Annual Contract Awarded
The American office wins the bid to publish Stamford High School's annual for 1025 with engravings and extensive copy ready. The goal is delivery at least two weeks before school ends, with leather bound enamel paper and artwork, as editors seek competitive bids from Colorado and other shops.
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Stamford
Sabo
Tha Me
Colorado
District meets set for American Legion in Stamford
The 17th District meet of the American Legion will be held in Sweetwater on Sunday January 11 with posts from Hamlin Anson and Stamford attending. A combination band from those posts will perform and plans aim to bring the April district meeting to Stamford Brownwood and other members are urged to attend.
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Ie Amereican Legion
Sweetwater
Jones County
Hamlin
Anson
Stamford
Areng
Brownwood
Baptist Church of
Hamlin Vaa Enpepes
Congress
Tom Calhoun
Burt Kin
H. R. Fuller
J. M. Sonebee
Mr. Cooper
Fred Hson
G. W. Connell
W. J. Buie
Stamford Music Club Elects Officers At Tuesday Meet
The Stamford Music Club held a Tuesday meeting in the club room. The annual election of officers was held with the nominating committee report presented by Middleton Booth and Culbreath. Officers elected include Blakes as President Vernong as Vice President Lofe tiny as Recording Secretary Baird as Corresponding Secretary Carter as Treasurer Phy as Reporter Thomas as Historian Berthelotg as Parliamentarian Puller as Director Baird as Pianist. The program featured Miss Lora Middleton reading Life of off and a Sharp Minor piano prelude by Mrs. N. M. Phys with a pedal nope close.
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Stamford Music Club
Mmew
D. Middleton
Jack Booth
KR. PF. Culbreath
J. W. Blakes
A. S&s. Vernong
Mra
J. A. Lofe
Lora Middleton
N. M. Phys
H. P. Moody
P. Smith
Endan
R. R
I. A. Er
H. H. Harmen
Gese
Alton Lee
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Jones County Mutual Automobile Insurance Company
Hamlin School
Aunss
Leslie Larche Beane Ts
West Texas
First National Bank
Stamford State Bark
National Guard
At the Baptist Church
Nazarene Revival
Fitzpatrick
Stamford Public Schools
Reeperttully
A. E. Baker
Holland
Bruce Ryan
Sheriff's
Tom Hudson
A. Sanders
Wird @imson
Sanders
American Legion
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