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Newspaper
Stamford American
Location
Stamford, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1932
Page
2
A collage of brief notes covers politics from Mayor Walker to Roosevelt and dark horses in the Democratic race. It notes reparations, Arkansas candidates, and the Doumer assassination, with diversions on air travel, Indian affairs, Mussolini’s disarmament step, Sino Japanese tensions, Earhart’s Atlantic flight, and aviation news.
A reminiscence on life and mortality shares stories from the late W. Barron and a surgeon about preparations for death. The report covers a meeting where the Young Women's Missionary Society renamed itself, dues set at fifty cents, and a busy schedule of church events, visitors, birthdays, and community activities across the local Lutheran community.
The Stamford Fire Department earns credit for its high efficiency and strong prevention work with the lowest fire losses so far this year. The article notes the crew’s readiness, well maintained equipment, and status as one of the cleanest departments in the region.
A newspaper survey argues that Texas Democratic leaders favor a public vote on repealing the Eighteenth Amendment. It notes wets have gained ground amid enforcement failures and shifts in public opinion, predicting a national vote within a year or two and urging temperance advocates to win new converts.
The piece argues against nonproductive public works and urges government borrowing for profitable projects that repay costs. It cites toll bridges and water power, notes the Washington Monument pays some upkeep, and warns against free public access without revenue. It supports bonds to fund safeguarded projects that return money with interest without extra taxpayer burden.
A fragmented OCR line hints at a man named Fred devising schemes to create a felon among his girlfriends, mentioning his smart dress and a fellow named Louis stealing socks.
Jeremiah Walker of Leeds England faced a three month sentence after biting his wife's nose. The incident prompted police action and a court appearance detailing domestic abuse.
Charles Grannis of Chicago pleads desertion claiming he fled home after his wife’s ergate frequently entered and abused him. The case centers on alleged domestic conflict and personal safety concerns.
Mrs. C. F. Shale of St. Louis was fined $50 after she kicked a physician she believed negligent. The incident highlights tensions in medical care and patient response in the city.
A highwayman robbed Frank Morse of Davenport Indiana of his money and watch and compelled Morse to remove his new shoes which the thief then wore in place of his own worn pair.
The Willing Workers Society hosted an evening program at the Lutheran church on Monday May 23 led by Rev. Hugo B Haterius. It featured scripture reading prayer piano vocal duets and a Girls Chorus with multiple readers and soloists. Coffee and cake followed. Miss Lydia Carlson hosted a May 27 gathering at her father J B Carlsons home with Rev Haterius leading devotionals.
A large group from the district visited Stam ford for grandmother Rainer's birthday celebration Monday evening. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. August Stremmel and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Stremmel and families along with many others from the area. Sandwiches cake pie and coffee were provided during the event.
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