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Newspaper
Stamford American
Location
Stamford, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1942
Page
2
Northeast Jones county residents greatly exceeded a 1500 dollar USO fund goal, adding over 300 dollars beyond a post campaign request. The surplus may aid aviation students at Stamford Arledge field via a club room conversion, pending donor approval to redirect funds locally.
A local church organized a religious census during Sunday evening services gathering residents for demographic notes and church membership counts. The effort sought to map spiritual affiliations and community needs within the town.
Officials caution that loose talk exposes important information to the enemy. They warn speakers to avoid hints or tips that could aid adversaries and compromise security.
Anonymous quips compare inches and inheritance to modern life noting the American inch is slightly long while bills stretch the meek. They observe every movement has a candidate and warn threats rarely settle disputes yet can aid. The affluent sit atop benevolence, and most working people are men, with money shaping a woman’s figure.
A Stamford wholesale house on West Hamilton Street sustained significant fire damage. The adjourning streets faced by Miss Buena Gould’s wedding and local civic improvements are noted, with neighbors contributing to street work and various residents mentioned in society notes.
A fellowship gathering was held last Thursday evening at the Methodist church with Rev. Vernon Henderson leading and Mrs E M Douthit giving the devotional. A chicken supper was served buffet style in the dining room. About thirty five people enjoyed games and social time.
Avoca residents attended morning services at the Baptist Church with Rev Henry Nash of Stamford leading. Rev W K Horn preached Sunday night as Mrs L M Hamilton visited Mire, Russell Rainey of Weinert demonstrated cooking vegetables at the Home Demonstration Club meeting with Miss Clara Brown showcasing new methods of cooking and serving vegetables.
Bricksdahl Services and Sunday School were held Sunday at Bethel Lutheran Church with Rev Hugo B Heterius in charge after returning from the Synodical convention in Jamestown New York. Birthday donations were given by Morris Strand and Eldon Moritz both age 6. Next Sunday services will also be led by Rev Heterius with the Luther League organizing the evening service as he attends the fiftieth anniversary celebration of the Lutheran church in Hutto.
In Anson a Tuxedo pastor Rev Cochran led the Methodist Church service on Sunday. The report lists local residents visiting, including Miss Clara Brown from the county home demonstration, families visiting, and community members on sick lists or traveling to nearby towns.
Senator Karl L. Lovelady of Meridian Bosque County declares for Railroad Commissioner to fill the seat vacated by Jorry Sadler. He serves in the Texas Senate his first term and has been County Judge of Bosque County and secretary of the County Judge and Commissioners Association of Texas.
We are grateful to all who gave aid after our household was burned last week. Your generosity in helping with our longings and clothing is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Frank Bell and family.
Frank R. Musil of Stamford, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Musil, was promoted last week from corporal to corporal at Moore Field in the Lower Rio Grande Valley.
C D Shamburger Lumber Co advertises wallpaper and canvas products in a period storefront notice. The brief item highlights available materials for interior finishing and mentions the supplier by name.
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