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Newspaper
Stamford American
Location
Stamford, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1945
Page
4
J T Stell, chairman of the Old Fiddlers contest at the Texas Cowboy Reunion, invites entrants 50 and over expert in breakdown tunes. The contest July 3 at Coombes Roundup Hall starts 8:30 am with cash prizes totaling 32.50 dollars: 15 for first, 10 for second, 5 for third, 2.50 for fourth.
A mounted square dance team, formed by five couples, seeks one more couple to complete the unit. Practice sessions are held Mondays Wednesdays Fridays at 7 p.m. and Sunday afternoons east of the High School football stadium. Members include Lawrence Crider, Mrs. Ora Stiles, Mr and Mrs J F Jackson Jr, Mr and Mrs Joe F Jack Fuqua, Leemore Fuqua, Jimmy West Jr, and Billie Jian Wedeking.
Sgt. Lennie R. Adkins of Stamford Texas earned the Good Conduct Medal for exemplary behavior efficiency and duty at the Infantry Training Center in Italy. He served over four months as a cadre member at the center and is the son of Mrs. Maule F. Adkins of Seymour Texas and Mrs. Christine Adkins of Stamford. He wears the American Defense Ribbon and the Theater Campaign Ribbon.
Special from France Sgt Robert W McKennon of Stamford Texas continues with the 455th Troop Carrier Group in Germany after VE Day. His unit keeps flying to return prisoners of war and maintain supply lines while praise from Col Frank J MacNees notes loyalty and diligence in freeing occupied Europe.
Advertisement announces a buyer will pay five cents per pound for good clean cotton rags.
Patricia Ann Rose born February 21 1945 daughter of Mr and Mrs L R Rose has received first overseas packages. On June 2 from her brother Pfe Billy G Rose of the Fourth Marine Division and on June 5 from five best friends in a rest camp in the Pacific. They were taking part in the invasion of Iwo Jima around her arrival. Gifts include pink and white sweater cap bootees sterling ring bathrobe warm blanket and wool sweater. The friends’ letter expresses high regard for Billy and his family.
Mrs. O. E. Lawson, former Stamford resident, died Tuesday night at Haskell hospital of a heart attack after a weeklong illness. Funeral set for Thursday at 3 p.m. at Elner Connally home in Haskell, burial in Highland cemetery, Stamford. She lived in Anson before moving to Haskell six months ago. husband died in Anson two years ago. Son Cpl. Maurice Lawson, his wife and twin sons visited during illness. Cpl. Lawson stationed at Scott Field, Illinois.
Pfc. Thomas McGee, 25, wounded in the Philippines on April 20, is being treated in Palm Springs California, his mother learns. His commanding officer notes he was second in command and performed well. McGee has been overseas since May 1942, serving in Hawaii and Guadalcanal among other islands. His brother Roy McGee is with a reconnaissance group in the Philippines. the two recently visited together.
Dan Tidwell and his brother Jett Jase Tidwell volunteered for the Navy. Dan reported to Dallas then San Diego for boat training. Pfe. Travis Tidwell, a prisoner of war in Japan since the war began, is mentioned as a relative.
Rain measuring more than three inches fell in Stamford and nearby areas over the past week. A small region northeast of Stamford reported about six inches Thursday night last week. The rain arrived in spots with hail and high winds. some nearby areas still need rain.
Lieut and Mrs Frank Morrow Jr welcome their second child a son named Frank Morrow III born Wednesday weighing six pounds fourteen ounces. The father just promoted from lieutenant junior grade to lieutenant as announced by the U S Naval Armed Guard Center Pacific at Treasure Island California. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs F B E Morrow of this city. USE AMERICAN WANT ADS.
Universal presents Patrick the Great starring Donald OConnor and Peggy Ryan at the State Theatre for a three day run. The film blends musical comedy with a solid dramatic plot about a musical star and his son. Frances Dee Donald Cook Eve Arden and others fill key roles with notable musical numbers staged by Frank Ryan.
Staff Sgt. Homer L. Brown formerly of Avoca receives the Bronze Star and Certificate of Merit for a January 6 1945 night raid into enemy lines in Germany. His platoon captured a German soldier under heavy fire and returned with only one wounded. their courage reflects strong military heritage. Brown, son of Mr and Mrs A L Brown of Fort Worth, has three years in service and a year overseas. His wife Reba Faye Griffith a WAC, is stationed at Perrin Field Sherman.
Mrs W QO Smith Jr and Mrs Almus Blackwell leave Upshaw and Upshaw on Thursday for Denver Colorado. Mrs Smith will stay with her husband Sgt Smith who is undergoing training in Denver.
Pvt Ernest Nelson of Maj Gen Collins 7th Corps writes from Europe describing mail censorship, daily artillery range, and recent postings. He mentions Oachen Dure Cologne battles, uncertain future assignment, and notes 73 points with potential 3 battle stars for his unit assigned to the Ninth Army.
Shirley Gardner graduates from Abilene Christian College with a B B A and Summa Cum Laude honors. Peggy Gardner completes Abilene High School with high honors and lines up a Cadet Nurses Training appointment at John Sealy Hospital Galveston. Both sisters plan to start new work on July 1 with Shirley joining Humble Oil in Houston and Peggy at John Sealy Hospital.
Lieutenant A F Byrd stationed at Bryan Army Airfield arrives with his wife Kathryn Feris. He will be released from active duty on June 21 but may be recalled if needed. Byrd has completed two tours in the European Theater of Operations.
Lieut. Ted Myers and his wife Virginia Tayman arrived Monday from McKinney on a 60 day leave. They will stay through Sunday and then travel to Fitzgerald, Georgia to visit his parents and relatives.
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