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Newspaper

Stamford American

Location

Stamford, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1934

Page

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Stamford Schools Award Scholarship Cards

Stamford Public Schools records show pupils honored for scholastic work with B and other cards. Third grade recipients include Joan Sadler Boni ta Ora Delle McCafferty and Lillian Lamb. seventh grade honorees include Edna Earl Pride and many others. Students also listed for perfect attendance during 1933 34 with named names.

Stamford Joan Sadler Bonita Ora Delle McCafferty Ann Bunkley Lillian Lamb Pete Andrews Edna Earl Pride Betty Jo Mahood Louie Mack Hardy Herbert Allen Carter Jack O'Dell Wallace Porter Rex Precht Paul Schonerstedt Joseph Ed Scott William Wallace Richard Yates June Daniels Maxine Doss Donald Jones Celia Mae Aikin Margaret Jo Bobbie June Johnson Vayda Northcutt Sue Weldon Billy Paul Gay O ‘Davis Joe Ferrell Martha J la B. Sims Gray John S. Davis Gould la Mecann Charla Vera Kene Morris Virginia Tripp Martha Beth Larche Mph Reeens Scott S. J. Roberts Jackinson Grade— J. Maton Hazel Henderson Ollie Mae Burge Arthur Vernon Leon Williams Bill Swenson Eilah Blan Lou Johnson Mildred Lawson Charles Brownfield Bobbie Jean Carson G. C. Rs Ernestene Sanders Stanley Coker Janice Bee wee “ Melba_ Culli Marte Um Aline Doyle Maxine Calfee Johnny Records Stamford Public Schoola Harvey Geo Mason Peggy Tivensley Dorothy Ann Brannon Maxine Box Johns. Davis Betty Frances Gray Dorothy Mae Swint

Bishop Seaman to Lead Service at St Luke's Episcopal

Bishop E Cecil Seaman of Amatillo will visit Stamford to conduct Sunday service at St Luke's Episcopal Church at 11 am. He will lead the Holy Communion celebration and the public is cordially invited.

Seaman Episcopal. Church E. Cecil Seaman Amatillo Stamford St. Luke's Episcopal Church

Union grounds set for 7000 dollar upgrades

The article outlines total improvements on reunion grounds costing over 7000 dollars. Upgrades include a new seating stand increasing capacity, a 48 by 60 foot pavilion with future second floor, and upgrades to corrals, chutes, sheds, stalls, and pens for rodeo events. The Texas Cowboy Reunion Association plans a $3500 stone building unit, part of a $6000 total facility. The project aims to be ready before the 1934 reunion.

Eerne Rodeo John Selmon Texas Cowboy Reunion Association Eg J

What Does Bible Teach Concerning Death Penalty

A Stratford pastor outlines biblical teaching on capital punishment and announces a Sunday night sermon at First Baptist Church. He urges baptismal preparations, notes strong attendance and offerings, and recounts past sermons on youth sins and church activities.

Sam Morris Brother Morris First Baptist Church Stamford

Who Made Me Sermon at Methodist Church Sunday Night

Rev C R Hooton announces a Sunday night sermon titled Who Made Me as part of the What We Can Believe series at the Methodist Church. The event aims to deepen faith and confidence among attendees. The church also hosts communion Sunday morning and a 9:45 church school with graded literature and Bible study.

C. R. Hooton Methodist Uae Goma Tae Wgdom Methodist Church America God Christ O Man’s Missionary Society St. John’s Methodist Church

Memorial Service Honors Stamford World War Dead

A Memorial Service for Stamford World War II dead featured a parade at 10 30 led by the Firemen's Band and a reading by Betty Murphy. Rev Sam M Harris commander Yue D Hart Post led the program with taps by Dick Rowland and tributes to Vernon D Hart Willie Hastings Frank Rye Frank Wenestch Lagger and Victor Buie among others.

Ernon D. Hart Since Stamford Artis Sam M First Baptist

City Prisoners Put to Work on Sewer Plant Project

Nine jailed for shooting craps are now employed by the city to repay fines through labor on the sewer plant and city lands. One man completed sentence Tuesday as work shifts continue on irrigation and cultivation of 15 acres. Fertilizer from the disposal plant aids adjacent city fields.

Graduation attendance for Marcella Atkins Gay at NTSTC

The Dodsons left Sunday for Denton to witness Miss Marcella Atkins Gay graduate from NTSTC. Mr and Mrs Gay and Mr and Mrs D S Gay traveled down Tuesday. The graduation exercises occurred Wednesday morning.

C. T. Dodson Denton Marcella Atkins Gay N.T.S.T.C B. B. Gay D. S. Gay

James V. Allred To Speak Here June 9

James V. Allred will visit and speak on June 9 at the local venue. The event is listed in community notices with emphasis on the governor’s appearance and scheduled address.

James V. Allred

Mrs. Christian Named Jones County Relief Administrator

Lenora Christian former Stamford Welfare and Employment office manager was appointed county relief administrator by the Jones County Welfare Board in Hamlin. She succeeds James A. Davis who resigned during the May meeting. Davis left a final report showing Jones County expenditures of 73 807 19 with CWA funds and direct relief totaling 73 807 19. CWA funds spent 48 301 60 and direct relief 25 505 59 between November 16, 1933 and May 1, 1934.

Lenora Christian Stamford Jones County

Enrollment School At Methodist Church Enriches City

The Standard Training School at the Methodist Church runs all week with classes on Worship The Life of Christ and Teaching Children taught by Rev W E Hamilton Rev H H Hamilton and Mrs Joe E Boyd. Enrolment exceeds expectations with representatives from Haskell Stamford and other local churches. The session ends Friday night with certificates for all who complete the work.

Methodist Church W. E. Hamilton Seenon H. H. Hamilton Joan Joe E. Boyd Haskell Rton Stamford

Cost of War Highlighted In Memorial Day Message

Rev C R Hooton of American Legion Post argues for peace and adequate relief for disabled veterans. He condemns profiteers and politicians driving endless armament, cites Vinson Bill funding and rising taxes, and warns of renewed U S involvement and losses from war.

Legion C. R. Hooton American Legion

Farm Loans in Jones County Total 714900

A total of 714900 of Federal bank and land bank mortgage loans were made in Jones County from June 1 to May 1, 1984. About 95.2 percent went to private farmers and those retired farmers. Usages included land and equipment purchases, building improvements, and general agricultural needs. About 7,900 used for land and equipment. 26,400 for stock purchases in national farm loan associations and loan fees.

Jones War Jones J National Farm Loan Associations

Panthers Defeat Rule Oilers 5 to 2 in Season Finale

Stamford defeats Rule Oilers 5 to 2 as Cheeves stars with two hits and a key triple. Beaty, Withrow, and L Weeks add RBIs as Stamford pitchers hold late lead. Rule, Munday, and Stamford top pennant ladder with important games upcoming.

Stamierae Reading Stamford Cotton Cheeves Stamford Pla Om Sp Munday Rule Und Wee Okene iCheeves Baugh McCandless Copeland Coody Hanna Edwards Norman Bradford Beatty Allred L. Weeks Day Beaty Withrow Polacek Jon Bails Peel Bumpass Rollins

Lois Langford Named Postmaster at Hobbs New Mexico

Lois Langford formerly of Stamford is appointed post master at Hobbs New Mexico. He had been acting postmaster for some time. Lanetend is a son of Mr and Mrs Langford of Stamford. Mrs R Hi Langford of Stamford is wife of Langford. Mr and Mrs N D Porter of the city are related.

Lois Langford Stamford Hobbs N. M Beeen Lanetend Land R. Hi. Langford Stamis N.D. Porter Th City

Stamford High School Class Graduates Sixty Students

The Stamford High School class lines up for graduation with 59 boys and girls, led by Lois Janette Link as valedictorian. Names listed include Ivy, Clara Mae Jones, Cecyle Margaret Ning, Margaret regor, Theda Moore, and Dorothea Porter among others.

Jane Smith Stamford Lois Janette Link E. E Margaret Ning Hat- Mines Bess Seach William de la Volane Margaret Regor F.miller Theda M. Moore Peale Mathis Oman Déan Porter H. Punchs

Bailey speaks in Stamford in his race for Senate

Bailey, a pacifist candidate, addresses Stamford voters about veterans welfare and federal aid. He defends Congress for its vetoed bill granting $82 million annually for veterans care, says actions reflect best judgement, and emphasizes support for workers and small business while opposing monopolies.

Bailey Stamford Senate Congress

Playful Bull Breaks Owner's Leg in Anson Pasture

Sam Herndon, 49, was injured when a 15 month old bull he raised from a calf from Mrs Herndon trod him in his pasture four miles south of Anson. He suffered a fracture below the knee cap and was taken to Stamford Sanitarium after the Sunday morning attack. The dog chased the bull away while the farmer called for help.

Sam Herndon Anson Mr. Herndon Stamford

Cooperative Tent Meeting to Begin Sunday

Dr Frank and local leaders announced a cooperative tent meeting set to begin Sunday. Organizers urged participation and outlined aims to discuss community cooperation and mutual aid.

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