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Newspaper
Stamford American
Location
Stamford, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1938
Page
2
Entered as second class matter August 11 1924 at Stamford Texas post office under the act of March 3 1879 Any erroneous reflection upon the character standing or reputation of any person firm or corporation that may appear in the Stamford American will be gladly and fully corrected upon being brought to the attention of the publisher.
The nation sees 1 420 000 graduates this year as 10 000 000 Americans struggle to find jobs. Many will stay in school while others gain work through effort and persistence. Stamford community values push and offers chances to the industrious youth.
The article notes many couples travel the country in June, with women quick to spot signs of romance through new clothes and the devoted attention of the man. It highlights the distinctive subtle cues women use to read courtship during honeymoons.
The piece discusses anxiety and mixed expectations after marriage. It notes couples gaze at each other with joy, yet face hard realities like cooking and timeliness. It argues well chosen mates reveal human flaws but—if wisely chosen—differences fade and life becomes happier.
Groups from Stamford Hamlin Hawley Lueders and Anson urged the Anson county commissioners to establish a county heavy unit. A seven member committee will work with the court on this. Anson hosts second auction in a new barn Saturday selling over 800 cattle and various livestock.
Northwest Texas Conference youth gathering at McMurry College referenced. Local visits include Merrick Davis of Albany, Bargsleys of Monahans en route to Fort Worth. Many social events noted with Mrs. Bill Pace host, Layman's Sunday, and church talks. Several families, trips to Clyde, Bardwell, Stamford, Abilene, and Tyler cited along with illness and tornado-related distress in Clyde.
A nostalgic column recalls the 1938 Clyde cyclone and the lingering storm memories of Stamford residents. It notes people sheltering in storm cellars, local dances, weddings, and social visits, with anecdotes about neighbors, families, and hometown characters in Abilene Anson and Dallas area connections.
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