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Stamford American

Location

Stamford, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1931

Page

4

Cimarron by Edna Ferber

Edna Ferber novel Cimarron is presented, with copyright noted by Bana Ferber and WNDU Service. The item lists authorship and service credit for distribution.

Bana Ferber

Yancey Cravat in Oklahoma Territory Saga

The tale follows Yancey Cravat returning from border exploits in Indian Territory to Wichita and Osage Texas. Sabra Cravat, his wife, builds social life, forms a women’s club, and navigates town politics as Yancey launches a reform edition of the Oklahoma Wigwam while a wave of violence, marriage, and community clashes unfold in a rough frontier town.

Wichita Yancey Biosa Wichita Igwam Oklahoma Sabra Sabra Cravat Grinly Sabra get @beus Harper's Razor Harper's Sehra Crere Bracy Wyatt Wahoo Osece Mia Wyatt Mere Wyatt Mre Wyatt Louie Hefner Nishett Nisbett Mra. Wyatt Timi Osage Indian Territory Ouachita Ark Mack Osages Mrs Evergreen Waltz Waltz Browning Aurora Leigh Evergreen Waltz Tie Donna Cravat Donna Don Donna Never Biiefly Jesse Rickey Philomathean Dixie Lee Isaiah Jesse Ricksey Philomathean @ub Loum Hefner Cim Sol Levy Chicago Kansas City Omaha Ile Lad

Townsfolk Gather for Powwow at Hominy

Excerpt from a serialized tale describes a Native gathering near Hominy with drums and cultural tension. A holdup on the Santa Fe near Wetoka yields thirty five thousand dollars and a fatal wound to Verdigris Bob, the gang member shot in the head. The narrative follows the hardened figures Dixie Lee and Sally as moral choices loom.

Olaces Hominy Kid Santa Fe Wetoka Verdigris Bob Dixie Lee Outensia

Lueders Children to Be Examined Friday June 12

Announcement of a summer round-up and free physical examinations for Lueders School district children ages 6 months to 6 years. Dr Scudder and Dr Dunlap, with a government trained nurse, will conduct the check at the school. The event is part of a breath relief campaign sponsored by the PTA.

Lueders Floyd M. Johnson Johnson Scudder Dunlap

Dietrich Stars in Dishonored at the Alcove

Marlene Dietrich arrives to headline Dishonored at the Alcove for a three day run starting Sunday. The wartime spy drama features Victor McLaglen and a strong supporting cast, drawing on real life sex and espionage tales amid Paramount press.

Victor McLaglen Marlene Dietrich Alcove Theatre Dietrich Morocco Paramount Morrocco Secreendom Secret Service

Two Weekend Fires Cause Little Damage in City

A hotel blaze at the Denver Hotel Saturday night and a Swenson Street residence fire Sunday morning caused only minor damage. The Denver Hotel fire started from an electric drop in a bathroom and caused about 40 dollars in damage. The Sunday fire, at Mrs. Arthur Bushell's home, began when an oily sweater ignited. damage was about 50 dollars.

Denver South Swenson Arthur Bushell C. L. Meeker

Chicago man 109 reprimanded after religious dispute

Theodore Quillen of Chicago, aged 109, was charged with attacking Fred Boeckleman during an argument over religion. He was reprimanded and then released.

Fred Boeckleman

Poultry profits cited in five months with 49 percent gain

J T Thurnhanger, a Haskell county poultry demonstrator near Weinert, reports January to May 1931 results showing 31 136 eggs, 566 56 dollars in sales, 146 60 dollars in costs, and a net gain of 258 36 on a 527 investment. He notes 59 1 cents per hen and 6 6 cents per dozen egg cost. Affidavits will back the figures.

Joe C. Williams Haskell County J. T. Thurnhanger Mr. Thurnhanger Weinert Wes Thornhanger Pope Thurnhanger

Rotarians And Families Barbecue Dinner In Stamford

Stamford Rotarians and families attended a barbecue dinner at the Stamford Inn moved indoors from College Lake due to rain. Dr A Blackwell led the program with committee members R E McDonald Ray Rector and Clarence Nichole coordinating meal prep and Jess Allison catering. Mrs Byron Lewis oversaw games in the dining room and Boy Scouts led by Byron Lewis presented first aid demonstrations by Eagle Scout Joe Rutherford with help in service and arrangements.

Stamford Stamford Inn College Lake A. Blackwell R. E. McDonald Ray Rector Clarence Nichole Jess Allison Rotary Byron Lewis Boy Scouts Joe Rutherford

Stamford as marketing center for several counties

Stamford serves as a local market hub for dairy, meat, poultry, and cotton products, with 3000 dairy cows on 2800 farms and 25 000 cases of eggs produced locally. The town supports diverse commerce, from creameries to hotels, and encourages gradual farm expansion through accessible financing and small-scale poultry ventures.

Stamford Civic Club

Growth of local markets boosts Stamford economy

The West Texan notes a shift toward cultivating young stock and sound loans, arguing the surest money on a farm comes from what will grow into cash. It praises the rise of at home markets in Stamford and the easing of market inconveniences for Jones county residents as the territory expands.

Jones County Stamford

Mosques and Modern Life In Ancient Baghdad

A reporter recalls Baghdad's faded splendor with the Khadiman shrine and thick gates. He notes strict religious access, filth and disease, Western dress clashes, and street scenes as Ford cars squeeze through. A Christian service in the city marks a new, hopeful event.

Bagdad Mesopotamia Solomon United Christian Service Y.M.C.A

Preparations for Texas Cowboy Reunion Nears Completion

Reports from across the country indicate a larger turnout for the Stamford event. General admission is 50 cents for adults and 25 cents for children, with grandstand seats at 25 cents. Attendees travel from towns up to 200 miles away for the Stamford Reunion on June 25 to 27.

Stamford

Animals Found In Brooklyn Apartment Raid

Police searched the Brooklyn apartment of Mrs. L R Hyam and found 50 mice 75 rabbits 25 poodle dogs 4 birds and 4 goldfish.

L. R. Hyam Brooklyn N. Y

Extensions In Service Being Made By Utilities

West Texas Utilities announces electric gas and water service extensions across its San Angelo district and other towns. Projects include 2000 ft water main in San Angelo, a 4160 volt rural extension, 2500 volt transformer bank for an ice plant, 12 kv line in South Vernon oilfield, 2500 volt line serving Magnolia Pine Line Company, 440 volt line near Traan for Corvette Oil Company, 2500 volt lines for Rule and Robert Lee, a parkway lighting upgrade in Baird, 12 new lights and 3500 ft underground cable in Stamford, plus stronger distribution at Vernon Medicine Mound Jayton and Cisco gas mains.

Abilene West Texas Utilities Company San Angelo South Vernon Magnolia Pine Line Traan Corvette Oil Company Rule Robert Lee Baird Parkway Stamford Vernon Medicine Mound Jayton Breezedale Cisco

Methodist Church Notes Anniversary Night for Laymen

The St John church notes announce new members weekly and announce evangelistic meetings with Bishop Boaz invited. The Brotherhood class aims for seventy five members next Sunday after sixty last week. Pastor will discuss a Tomb of Christ visit and a question on dying for religion.

Methodist Church St. John's Epworth Missionary Society Brotherhood Christ H. A. Boaz

Back From Auto Trip to Charleston and Kentucky Visit

C Bryant and Bill Ray returned from a car trip to Charleston Missouri Mr Bryant's old home. After a brief stay at Charleston Ray continued to Owensboro and Auburn Kentucky to visit relatives. Bryant enjoyed a visit with his brother W C Bryant in Charleston. Ray drove the car on the trip.

C. Bryant Bill Ray Charleston Mr. Bryant Mr. Ray Owensboro Auburn Kentucky Bryant W. C. Bryant Stamford

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Cimarron Edna Ferber WNDU Venables Lears Ler Yance Jeniah Cravat Arkansas Jack Pegler L Yountis i Ie Yountis Pegler Date Lee Issiah Fred Yellod Sebra Heneath Don Vaillant Sally Nix Utilities J. B. Dodson Board of Stewards Lindhorst Mark Wil
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