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Newspaper

Stamford American

Location

Stamford, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 06, 1925

Page

5

Stamford High Football Stars Feature Pete Owens and Mac McElreath

The American begins a Stamford High School football sketch series by insiders. Pete Owens, nicknamed Vernon, rose from a 130 pound freshman to a key punt and captain candidate, while Ernest McElreath earned a quarterback role after strong end runs and long plays. Clifton Brace, a 6 ft 1 in 178 pound fullback, anchors the returning backfield with track and basketball prowess and all-state potential.

Tinsley Pete Owens Owens Stamford Stamford High Abilene Stamford Hi Ernest McElreath Mac Ernest Satmford Clifton Brace Clifton Bruce Bruce

Football Boys Honored At Central Christian Banquet

Central Christian church hosted Stamford High School football players and guests for a Halowe en banquet. After a 18 to 0 loss to Rotan, they enjoyed turkey and music by the Stamford Inn Orchestra while Dorothy Curd read humorously. Dr. Dallas Southard urged college after high school and fair play. Burt King discussed the Interscholastic League ruling on Stamford games. Coach Tinsley and Pete Owens voiced resolve to complete the season. Rev Harris and Cleburne Huston attended.

Central Christian Church Rotan Stamford Inn Orchestra Dorothy Curd Perry Lee Smith Dallas Southard Burt King Stamford Tinsley Stamford High Merkel Stephenyle Anson Pete Owens M. B. Harris Cleburne Huston The American

Reciprocity Day Program At Haskell Maryland Club

The Magazine Club of Haskell sponsored a Reciprocity Day program Friday evening at the Methodist church. W. H. Murchison presided and many district clubs participated. An excellent address was given among the program items.

Magazine Club of Haskell W. H. Murchison

Federated Clubwomen Attend Stamford Meeting and Elects Support

Mrs D L Stephens of Anson presided as district Fed erated Club leaders showcased constructive programs and scriptural decor to honor federated efforts. Stamford Choral Club performed two numbers as members from various clubs shared district projects and endorsed Mrs A G Fields for state president at the Austin meeting November 10.

D. L. Stephens Anson Stamford Choral Club Starkey Duncan Stamford Pierian Club Sanders Inez Lively Stamford Mra. W. P. Moore W. FE. Tayman Dallas

Bishop Seaman visit to Stamford church and events

Saint Luke's Church hosts Bishop Seaman on his annual Stamford visitation with Sunday services at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. He will preach and confirm a class, then travel to Abilene for a Sunday night service. A reception is planned Friday night November 6 at 7:30 in the parish room.

Seaman Abilene Stamford

St Luke's Auxiliary Hosts Fall Home Meeting at Widney Home

St Luke's Auxiliary held its first fall home meeting at Mrs Widney's residence. Despite bad weather, a good attendance participated in devotional services and refreshments of French drip coffee and sandwiches were served by Mia and Miss Widney before a pleasant closing.

St. Luke’s Auxiliary

Advanced Bible Class Meets for Weekly Study

The Advanced Bible Class of the First Baptist Church met Monday for a Bible study led by Mrs. L. Fowler. Mrs. Cundiff led the lesson. The class meets weekly for one hour to study a Bible chapter and plans to meet next Monday at three o clock with Mrs. Coy Upshaw.

First Baptist Church Mra Co. L. Fowler L. W. Cundiff Mra. Coy Upshaw

Funeral Held for Mrs. Margaret Potts in Anson

The funeral for Mrs. Margaret Potts, who died Thursday last, was held Friday at 10 a.m. in Anson with Rev. Mr. Hammer officiating. Interment followed in Mount Hope Cemetery. Burial arrangements were by Penick-Hughes Co. She was 87 and had been an invalid for years, cared for by her grandson Dr F E Hudson for two years. A pioneer resident, she came to the county from Grayson County long ago.

Margaret, Potts Anson Hammer Mount Hope Cemetery Undertaking Department Penick-Hughes Company

Improvements At Austin's Cafe Near Depot Near Completion

Extensive improvements on Austin's Cafe on South Ferguson Street near the depot are nearing completion. The lunch counter is extended, new floor covering laid, a fresh coat of paint applied inside and out, and larger windows installed for a brighter look. The cigar, candy and tobacco stand now has a separate street opening. H. P. Austin is the proprietor.

Austin Ferguson Street H. P. Austin

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W. B. Amergon Overland Automobile E Co. Enceniaes Connell Conkcs Tayman Auto Wrecking Co E. A. Short Prop South Ferguson Dr. E. Tiedeman H. H. Hicks Dr. S. B. Tadlock Guaranty Bank Bidg Paine A. M. Connant Ray Rector Kodak Stamford, Texas Stamford Shoe Shop B. F. Moore West First State Bank Hedberg R. M. Kinard Motor Co St. Luke's Auxiliary Mrs Margaret Potts Fort Worth Dre. Waltrip & van Haltern, Worth Building Fort Worth, Texas Hamlin Morgan Hotel Stamford Inn Zane Grey Weeterne Wild Horse Mesa Paramounts Gloria Depot Gambill Bros Charter Oak Perfection Blue Ribbon Gambill Brothers Harb Ware
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