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Newspaper
Stamford American
Location
Stamford, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1932
Page
2
Publication line states the Stamford American is issued every Friday from the office located at 122 East Hamilton Street. It identifies the publishing site and schedule without additional details.
A collection of light anecdotes and musings from a small town column. The writer riffs on baseball, politics, ministering humor, neighbors, and daily life with humorous asides about President Hoover, Rome, Lindbergh, and local figures.
The Sunday School of the Swedish Lutheran church held its annual meeting on April 27 with Rev. Hugo B. Haterius in charge. Officers elected include Lambert Stenholm as secretary and Stanley Newquist as treasurer. Various teachers and officers were re elected or chosen, while social events and church activities filled the following days with birthday parties and community notices.
Mayor Ernest C. Thompson and Editor Gene Howe announce Amarillo will hold a Texas style barbecue in Washington on May 21 to honor Bascom N. Timmons, newly elected president of the National Press Club, serving beef to 1,000 press members and their guests.
A 1820 Jefferson letter is cited to show early concerns about federal waste. The text notes ongoing debates to cut government spending in 1932 and warns that entrenched bureaucracy resists budget curtailment, urging lawmakers to heed public demand to trim waste.
Joseph Abraham arrived in New York in 1896 with $10.50, built a merchandising trade, opened a prospering store, owned eleven cotton gins and a cotton seed oil mill, and became a multimillionaire in Bristow Oklahoma. He funded a school in Adeon Syria and hosted the National Editorial Association in 1924. His death prompted daughters to fly home for the funeral.
The piece notes how famous quotes often trace to earlier sources. Lincoln's government by the people echoes Wycliffe and others. Confucius and others predated the Golden Rule. Bryan’s crown of thorns line was borrowed by McCall, who quipped he borrowed it from someone else.
Richard Sweeney of Massachusetts woke to an earthquake like jolt when a 10 ton coal truck smashed into his residence. Nearby, 88 year old James P. Brown of Hanson Kentucky, visiting Herrin Illinois, watched his first movie and first airplane.
A garden feature named The Elmcrest centers on trees to create shade and a welcoming, private space. It outlines how many trees, shrubs, flowers, evergreens, and vines to use, and where to plant them for shelter and visual harmony.
Sagerton and vicinity report visitors from Abilene and Baird. A Mother's Day program is planned at the Methodist church. The Luther League met May 1. Local health notes mention sick lists and recoveries from pneumonia. The Pygmy Track Meet with Old Glory ended in a tied literary score but Old Glory won athletic events. Sagerton school closes May 27 with smallpox cases reported. the junior class staged Little Clodhopper directed by Ater. PTA and Legion activities slated. rain improved grain prospects.
A notice announces a service at Saint Luke's Episcopal Church on Sunday May 8. The brief item notes a gathering likely for worship and community prayers. Further details such as time or guest speakers are not provided in the readable text.
Miss Myrtle Howard of Indianapolis was dealt a perfect bridge hand on her third game. This striking hand showcases a rare event in a local bridge club session.
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