Stamford Bulldogs Open 1957 Season Against Quanah
The defending state champions Stamford Bulldogs start their 1957 season Friday night at home against Quanah. Coach Gordon Wood rebuilt with four lettermen and two reserves from last year and aims to finish strong in District 4AA. Key returnees include Stanley Hill Rufino Escobedo Donald Davis and Robert Hardin with backfield starter Fred Upshaw. The Quanah Indians, led by a new coach, are expected to present a solid challenge as Stamford debuts a largely new line and a promising backfield.
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Stamford Bulldogs
Quanah Indians
Gordon Wood
Dallas
Bulldogs
Seymour
Haskell
Wood
Dittle
Quanah
Stamford
Stanley Hill
Rufino Escobedo
Donald Davis
Robert Hardin
Andy Swenson
Jimmy Payne
Bulldog
Fred Upshaw
Robert Mardin
Erne
Charlie
Davis
Weod
Heam
Phillip Savage
Lary Denson
Savage Weirds
Denson
Charlie Helmer
Hill
Helmer
Tean
Escohede
Bie
Stamford Bulldogs look to prove football town strength
Coach Gordon Wood told Rotarians Stamford can show its sports mettle as the Bulldogs chase success after two consecutive wins. He named players and positions likely for Friday’s game while noting fan discipline and leadership under Coach Wartes Isbell and Bill Anderson as key figures in managing crowds.
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Stamford
Gordon Wood
Bulldogs
Wood
Brownwood
Sweewater
Cleburne Huston
Texas
Leeders
War Department
O. M. Isbell
Bill Anderson
Bill
Coffee Shop Reopens After Complete Remodeling in Stamford
Stamford cafe owned by Cliff Grantham has reopened after weeks of remodeling. Interiors feature a new floor, upgraded air conditioning, moved counter to the south wall, fewer stools and more booths and tables, recessed lighting, a light green north wall with a lakeside mural, coral south wall and back wall, gray drapes, and gray formica tables with gray vinyl upholstery.
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Stamford Coffee Shop
Cliff Grantham
Grand Jury Probes Lueders Coach Assault Incident
The 104th District Court grand jury in Anson will interview Lueders residents about the assault on Paul Mosley the Lueders High School coach who was found semiconscious on school grounds after a disturbed night at the fall football camp. Mosley suffered a concussion and other injuries and later left the Stamford hospital.
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Paul Mosley
Lueders
104Th District Court Grand Jury
Anson
Mosley
Christ Lutheran Church to Break Ground for New Building
The Christ Lutherans plan a ground breaking service for their new church this Sunday at 6 p.m. Pastor Elmer Sprecher announces the public is invited with neighboring pastors assisting. Site is at Trinity and Vanderbilt streets. Regular services are at the American Legion hall each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
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Christ Lutherans
Christ Lutheran Church
Elmer Sprecher
Clarence Ehler
Abilene
Res M. Shatto
Lagerton
Re. Robert Berry
Haskell
Trinity and
Vanderbilt Streets
American Legion Hall
Fire Destroys J. H. Reed Home South of Stamford
The Reed farm home about 3 12 miles south of Stamford was totally destroyed by fire around 11 30 am. Mrs Reed started noon meals when the oil stove exploded. flames spread quickly. Stamford Fire Department arrived too late. The Reed family of five saved only a few clothing items. they plan to buy and move another house to the farm.
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J. H Reed
Stamford
Mearley
Grady
Reynolds
Carl
Oho
Bonnie
Th Reeds
Vassar
Cecil Shanafelt
James F. Mitchell Ex Lumberman Dies in Stamford
James Frank Mitchell born April 1 1882 in Fe Smith Arkansas died of a heart attack Monday at 310 West Campbell Street Stamford taken to Stamford Sanitarium and pronounced dead on arrival Funeral held Tuesday at 1 pm at Foursquare Church burial at Highland Cemetery Kinney Funeral Home in charge He lived in Stamford since 1901 survived by two sons Carland and Luther a daughter Opal Reed a brother John Mitchell and four grandchildren
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James Frank Mitchell
Stamford
West
Campbell Street
Stamford Sanitarium
Foursquare
Pee Catherine Byrd
H. SS Thse
Highland Cemetery
Kinney Funeral Home
Mr. Mitchell
Fe Smith
Ark
Pell County
Eorming
Dore P Devie
Mitchell
Ty Bravelton Tamber Company
Carland
Luther Mitchell
Opal Reed
Temple
John Mitehel
Pyron Lewh Alton Khyrd
William Paul Koonce
Donnie Joineon
George Martin
Curtis Strange
Luan Hock
Canyon family visits with Mrs Hubbeling's parents
Mr and Mrs John Mothering and their children from Canyon spent time visiting Mrs Hubbeling's parents, Mr and Mrs A C Humphrey, during their trip.
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John
Canyon
Hubbeling
A.C. Humphrey
Early Returns Indicate Small Enrollment Drop
Stamford Public schools show enrollment behind normal figures Wednesday with Reynolds Elementary at 81 and Oliver at 219. Supt U W Johnson expects adjustments after enrollment completes as teachers’ assignments are finalized. Bomar Heights lists 37 pupils with Mary Laughmiller and Alma McNutt teaching two grades. High and junior high enrollment was 419 last week, with late registrations continuing.
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Stamford Public
Reynolds
Wl and
Oliver School
U. W. Johnson
Bomar Heights
Mary Laughm Ler
Alma McNutt
Juni High School
Johnson
County Votes To Rehire Trapper and Fund Hospitals
Jones County court favored restoring the wolf trapper and approved budgets for county operations. Delegations urged funding indigent hospital care, with procedures to cover costs from reserves and possible tax measures, while debates cited recent losses in revenue and the need to balance the budget.
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Jones County
Dearmumberloners Court
Local Tournament O Qualifying Trials Set to End Friday
Stamford Country Club hosts the local Tournament O qualifying trials with matches starting Saturday morning. Qualifying must be completed by Friday at 6 am, tournament chairman George Rollins oversees the event.
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Stamford Country Club
David Ballard
George Rollins
Minister of Dallas Church Set for Local Revival
Dr Rewend, minister of Central Chetatian Church, opens evangelistic services at Central Christian Church Stamford Sunday evening under direction of WE Maven. The revival follows his honorary Doctor of Divinity from Texas Christian University and strong remarks on civic responsibility. Stamford church members invite all to attend with planned prayer meetings.
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Dallas
Central Chetatian Church
Rewand
Texas Christian University
Hyot
Fairmont State College
Pentevivenia
Pittsburg Xenia
Southweat
Row
Rowand
TCL
Christie
Christian Cemcern
Trustees
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J. H. Reed
James F. Mitchell
Sagerton
Fo J. Boedeker
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Ohoawers
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Avoos
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Avoca
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Homer Thomas
Luedersche
Laonty
Covoten
Jane County
Charlie Myatt
Mo Wagstetf
Abiléne
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Tethel Lutheran Church
Tleansdin Memorial
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Hospital Hille of
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Tillis
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Tyr Piatertum
E. Cc. Rowand
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