Trip On The Tigris River Described By Dr. Fletcher
Dr. W G Fletcher details a diary based journey on the Tigris during World War I era, from Amara to Basra and Basra-Bagdad, describing river conditions, troop movements, marsh Arabs, Bedouin tents, and perilous voyage aboard a fireboat. He notes low water delays and the dangers of river travel as armies maneuver along the two rivers in Mesopotamia.
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Wm. G. Fletcher
St. John’s Methodist Church
Garden of Eden
Hiddekel
Tigris
Assyria
Euphrates
Armenia
Amara
Sabean
Basra-Bagdad
Kut-el-Amara
Camel Section
Father Abraham
Stamford Schools Stand Out In Texan Education Drive
An article highlights Stamford Texas and Jones County schools as part of a statewide push to fund and improve education. It notes four grade schools, a high school, and a separate Washington colored school, with a total of 683 pupils enrolled in grades one through seven for 1930 31, under principals Leroy W Johnson C M Lester and others.
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Texas
Coahuila
Stamford
Jones County
Central Ward
Reynolds
Bomar Heights
Washington -Colored School
Leroy W. Johnson
Su Aarketaulenes
C. M. Lester
Stamford Elementary
D. K. Lyons
Reynolds Ward
W. T. Phillips
Stamford Band Schedules Weekly July concerts in Harman Park
The Stamford Band will hold open air concerts every Thursday at 8 30 pm starting July 2 for eight weeks in Harman Park. Dick Rowland, the director, says similar programs last summer drew hundreds. Children will be kept off playground equipment during performances, with committees enforcing the rule. The band also performs at the Texas Cowboy Reunion events in late June.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stamford
Harmon Park
Dick Rowland
Rowland
Tubercular Test For Dairy Cattle In Stamford Sought
County Agent C C Jobson asks Stamford area dairymen to list names and cow counts for tuberculin testing. An accredited veterinarian will test if at least 60 animals are listed, at 50 cents per cow, with a date set once interest is tallied.
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Stamford
Cc. C. Jobson
Stamford Chamber of Commerce
Jobson
Mrs. Denman Dies After Prolonged Illness
Mrs. Willie Denman died at the family home in Rockdale after several months illness. Born June 10 190, she was 41. Kinney Brothers prepared the body and took it to Jola near Bryan for burial. Survived by husband and several children.
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Denman
Willie Denman
Rockdale
Kinney Brothers
Jola
Bryan
Rodeo To Be Faster At Texas Cowboy Reunion
Visitors to the Texas Cowboy Reunion next week will see a faster more continuous rodeo. Changes by J O Watson include improved corrals and chutes allowing quicker stock handling and fewer delays. Arena fences received white and blue paint, the show ring will be oiled and sprinkled to cut dust, and many entries have already been received with more expected.
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J. 0. Watson
W. G Swenson
Rotan Rotary Club hears Miss Sue Bonner talk
Miss Sue Bonner Home Demonstration agent of Jones County spoke at the Rotary Club luncheon. R. B. Bryant introduced her while Co. W Lamb chaired the Rural Urban committee program. Visitors included Miss Lois Green introduced by R. E B. Meldonald. PD. PF. Wallace and Bill French spoke briefly. J. Watson announced Cowboy Reunion events and J. W. Johnson noted school physicals Thursday.
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Sue Bonner
Jones County
Rotary Club
Bonner
R. B. Bryant
W Lamb
Rural Urban Committee
Lois Green
Chamber of Commerce
R. E B. Meldonald
Red Cross
Propose To Form American Legion Post At Haskell
A rally of World War veterans and families aimed to organize an American Legion post and Auxiliary at Haskell. State Legion officials Hal Brennam and R. O. Whiteaker, plus Auxiliary leader Mrs. F. H. Carpenter, were to attend with Stamford Legionnaires and Auxiliary members.
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American Legion
Haskell
Legion
Stamford Legionnaires
Hal Brennam
R. O. Whiteaker
F. H. Carpenter
Business Houses To Close July 4 In Stamford
Stamford businesses will close on July 4 despite the holiday falling on a Saturday. R C Thomas secretary of the Retail Merchants Association announced the advance notice so residents can plan their shopping accordingly.
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Stamford
R. C. Thomas
Retail Merchants Association
James R. Miller Jr. Dies From Burns in Oil Still Explosion
News from Fort Stockton reports the death of James R. Miller Jr. of El Paso son of Mr. and Mrs. Miller of Stamford. He sustained burns in an oil still explosion near Fort Stockton. Surviving relatives include Will Miller Mrs G B McLaughlin Judge Otis Miller and Lloyd Adams. Funeral plans were set in El Paso with family traveling from Stamford.
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James R. Miller, JR
Fort Stockton
el Paso
J. B. Miller
Stamford
Burns
Will Miller
G. B. McLaughlin
Otis Miller
Anson
Lloyd Adams
EFC Paso
Texas Cowboy Reunion Stamford Schedule of Events
The itinerary covers June 25 to 27 in Stamford with pioneer registration at City Auditorium and opening program led by Warren B. Tayman. Features include a parade on East Oliver Street, rodeo contests, open air dances, and concerts by the Stamford Band. Admission is low and grounds are free. parking around the arena is $1 per car per show.
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Stamford
Stamford City Auditorium
Lla
Warren B. Tayman
Stamford Band
Dick Rowland
East Oliver Street
Reunion Arena
Reunion Grounds
H. FP. Jackson
Stamford Rand
Meeting of Pioneers Association
Rodeo Arena
Sinclair Refining Company
Texas Cowboy
Sweetwater Board of City Development
Redeo
Pdes
Arena
Exchange Club Plans Stocking Hogs and Local Events
Exchange Club hosts the County Home Demonstrator Miss Bonner and County Agent Jobson for updates on their work. Louis Rosenwasser promotes a high bred hog sale while Tom Tinsley and crew treat members to Jess Allison Barbecued Chicken at College Lake. A proposed Golf Tournament with the Rotary Club stalls as Rotary President blocks match play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Exchange Club
Mise Bonner
Jobson
Chamber of Commerce
J. C Watson
Bonner
Miss Bonner
Louis Rosenwasser
College Lake
Tom Tinsley
Jess Allison
Rotary Club
Prominent City Merchant Feared Driving Illness
FE H Layne once a leading local merchant is seriously ill at his Lubbock home. He will be moved to Stamford today with Mrs Layne’s directive for Kinney Brothers to transport him by ambulance. Illness has persisted about five weeks.
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WH. Layne
H. Layne
Lubbock
Stamford
Layne
Kinney Brothers
Recreational Plan Shaped for Encampment Meet
Encampment organizers set July 31 activities with golf orton tennis volleyball croquet and fishing from afternoon to evening. Swimming and games follow services. T W McCasland and Grace Conn lead recreation along with Mire Leitha Saunders Lee Waite and Jon Mims. Grounds prepare tents cots and mattresses. cafeteria prices aimed low to attract attendees. strong turnout expected.
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Leeders Dapuiot
T. TV. McCasland
Firet Baptist Church
Sweetwater
Farmer John Hahm Found Dead in Field Near Aspermont
John Hahm a 42 year old farmer near Aspermont was found dead in his field Thursday afternoon from a heart attack. His body was discovered by family members and Prepared for burial by W. N. Kinney. Funeral held Friday at the Baptist church of Aspermont with burial in Brazos Valley cemetery. He is survived by his wife and several children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hahm
Aspermont
Hahm
W. N. Kinney
Rev. Baskin
Baptist Church of
Mrs. R K F Hall 74 Dies in Swenson Funeral Held
Mrs. RK F Hall aged 74 died at her Swenson home on June 10. Funeral services were held at the home June 1 with Pastor Randolph of the Church of Christ of Spur presiding. Kinney Brothers of Stamford directed and interment followed at Brazos Valley Cemetery.
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RK. F. Hall
Swenson
Randolph
Church of Christ of
Finishing Touches On New Sunday School Annex Rush
Finishing touches on the Firet Baptist church Sunday school annex accelerate this week for the opening Sunday. The three story addition adds 29 small rooms and five large assembly rooms, doubling capacity for Sunday school. The annex links to the main building, boosting auditorium seating by 200, with Radiola wiring and a planned Sunday demonstration. Noted speakers include FS Groner and Dr J O Sandefer. an all day event with home lunches expected.
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Firet Baptist Church
Sam Morris
Morns
Morris
Morrie
Arec
Ty FS Groner
College of Marshall
J 0 Sandefer
Simmons University
Anul
Sunday School Annex Opens New Building Plan
Hy Rev Sam Morris announces the opening of a Sunday School annex at First Baptist Church. The banquet honors completion of the new building with sessions in the new rooms for Juniors, Intermediates, Young People, Beginners, and Primary departments under named superintendents.
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First Baptist Church
Business Men's Bible
Alcove
Beara
Alve Theater
Eocher
Alton McClellan
Pn R. A. Bible
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