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Newspaper
Stamford American
Location
Stamford, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1952
Page
14
Roy M Craig notes farm collective efforts with 18 and 22 tractors aiding Bruno Meir Lee Whites and others in West Texas. He recalls community aid in Ericksdahl and Sagerton and quotes Mrs Mills about West Texas friendliness amid dryness.
Stamford readers note wheat yields up 40 percent this season with about 200000 bushels expected and average yield around 17 bushels per acre. Stamford resident Jasper Newton Wiley marked his 95th birthday with family. Fort Worth Texas Sweetheart No. 1 candidate Frances Prewit travels for Fiesta selection. Local honors include Stamford High School valedictorian Donis Jackson and salutatorian Ray Lundren. Rodeo preparations boast a new stock lineup for the eighth annual reunion July 1 to 3 with famed broncs Calamity Jane and Pitchfork Bay among imports.
The Stamford gas franchise granted to C. O. Moore requires construction within sixty days and full completion in six months, with Moore aiming for early fall delivery despite possible material delays. Updates report swift site surveys and anticipated schedule as local business leaders prepare for the rollout.
A rural letter to the editor from JA argues that biological germs pose a threat and proposes using Johnson grass as a humane warfare method behind the Iron Curtain. He lists garden weeds as auxiliary weapons and urges immediate action to seed enemy territory with Johnson grass to subjugate North Korea.
The document appears to be an old publisher notice set at 124 East Mamillos Street Stamford Texas. It mentions publication terms including one year trade territory and subscription details. The text references the American publishers and editor roles and notes that the content does not affect reputations or the standing of any firm or individuals.
Frank Whitley announced Ockander Construction Company of Dallas will resume paving Stamford streets. Materials including vitrified brick are en route. First the Swenson Avenue section will be completed to the railroad track, then Union Station on Ferguson, McHarg, and North side segments, followed by East side and Hamilton Street to Ferguson.
Mrs KE Simmons underwent a second major operation on May 28 in Paris and received three head transfusions. Her condition was serious but improved as she recovers in OS Josephs infirmary Room 230. Mr Simmons returned June 4 with daughter Jeanie, Peggy, and grandmother. son Larry remains with him.
Mr and Mrs BB Britton return from a three week vacation trip visiting their daughter Mrs Bob Kinard and Captain Kinard in Hamp ton Virginia. The party toured along the eastern coast to Maryland and Washington D C. They traveled from Fort Worth by car and visited Mrs Brittons sister in Fort Worth. Captain Kinard is stationed at Langley Field and the couple have just bought a new home.
Harley Sadler spoke at the annual Ladies Night Banquet of the Lions Club in Aspermont where new officers were installed on May 27.
A short promotional note touts a salad enhancing summer treat described as delicious and suitable for non fattening diets with a promise of free home delivery.
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