06 Sep 1962
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Newspaper
Stamford American
Location
Stamford, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1962
Page
1
Tuesday marked Pee Wee Mickler starting school amid his wheelchair assistance. For years he has faced mobility limits from muscular dystrophy but has remained positive, often saying he wishes to walk.
Strong rains eased an in an unseasonably hot period benefiting young cotton. Downtown wind damaged windows and roofs while at least one freight car was moved. Rainfall totals reached 1.24 to 1.33 inches with lingering cool temperatures.
Pfe Don Welch stationed at Fort Sill is visiting his mother Mrs Jack Kennedy, Mr Kennedy, and other relatives.
Jones County Fair officials prepare for the Fourth Annual county wide Livestock Show and Exposition in Anson. The opening parade is Friday at 3 PM with a queen parade Saturday night and a coronation at 7 30. MIDWAY rides and concessions join livestock entries and exhibits.
Interest grows as area wide polio oral vaccine program set for Sunday September 16 in Stamford. Two local boys diagnosed with polio spurred turnout with clinics at the city fire station and high school gym. Program includes pre registration through churches and schools, taxi service, potential bus for Negro residents, and a 25 cent suggested donation per dose.
Two Stamford boys, Todd Franklin 20 months and Mike 4 years, both with bulbar polio, were taken off the critical list at Hendrick Memorial Hospital in Abilene after showing improvement. They had been in iron lungs since Sunday and underwent tracheotomy before transfer. their parents are Mr and Mrs Pelham Franklin.
James M. Benton 87 died Saturday at Stamford Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were Sunday at Oliver Street Church of Christ with ministers Dale King J B Lamb and Bob White officiating. Burial followed at Ruby Cemetery Kinney Funeral Home in charge. Surviving son Joe Benton Stamford and sister Alma Raney Tulsa. Pallbearers listed.
Several score women from Stamford and nearby towns filed applications to work at the old Feldt Manufacturing Co plant. Davis Manufacturing Co of Dallas has purchased the plant to produce children's overalls and blue jeans and moved in additional equipment. Representatives visited Stamford last weekend and returned Wednesday to continue accepting applications. The opening time is uncertain but may be early next week.
Eric A. Grigoleit longtime Oilfield Ignition Co. owner died Sunday at Big Spring Veterans Hospital after six months illness. Born April 14, 1895 in Libau Latvia he married Mary Lucey Matlock July 5 1920. Burial at Elmwood West Cemetery Abilene. Survivors include wife a daughter and seven grandchildren.
Jones County farmers voted last Thursday on wheat controls with 115 in favor and 56 against reflecting broad support for new year measures. The referendum shows strong backing from local growers for market regulation.
Stamford High School opens the 1962 football season Friday night against Quanah on Quanah's field. The Bulldogs rely on seniors while Quanah presents a heavier lineup with several sophomores likely in the lineup. Key figures include Quanah quarterback Ridley Gibson and fullback Danny Shelton and Stamford players such as quarterback Butch Cook or Keith McKeever and Paul Rider at fullback. The game features an age and experience contrast as Stamford adapts to a lighter line to counter Quanah's weight edge. A large Stamford crowd is expected with the band and pep squad to travel by bus for the 8 o clock kickoff.
Stamford area high schools start football action with games across Friday and Saturday night. Anson visits Coleman, Brady plays Ballinger, Seymour hosts Haskell, Winters meets AAA Colorado City, Hamlin welcomes Rotan for homecoming, and Stamford B team hosts Brownwood Saturday.
Mrs Stella Marshall of 105 FE Davenport reports a remarkable cabbage patch this year with a head weighing five pounds and three fourths. The large specimen highlights a productive season and showcases home garden success.
Public notices urge payment for street and curb work with 60 month terms via mechanic's lien. As of Friday afternoon $4,587.96 has been posted across 24 properties. City Manager Harry Steenson notes wide acceptance and willingness to proceed.
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