Stamford Outstanding Citizen Awards Winners Named
At the Stamford Chamber of Commerce annual dinner three residents received the Outstanding Citizen Award. Mrs. Jarrell Sharp, John Harrell, and Clements O Richards were honored for community service. Reagan V Brown urged residents to love and promote their town, while Dale Glosom entertained. New officers and directors were announced, including Mrs. George Pryor as president.
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Stamford
Stamford Chamber of Commerce and Board of City Development
Stagecoach Inn
Jarrell Sharp
John Harrell
Clements O. Richards
Reagan V. Brown
Texas A and M University Extension Service
Marvin Hinds
George Pryor
Robert Duggan
Neal Oliver
Lee Walker
Bill Koon
Roy Craig
Gene Shelhamer
Charles Stenholm
Sharp
Bertha
You
Jerry
Sherry
The
Methodist Church
Stamford Music Club
Stenholm
Stamford Federal Savings and Loan Association
Chamber of Commerce
Little League
Rotary Club
Stamford Industrial Foundation
Jones- Haskell Grain Cooperative
Richards
Exchange Club
Band Boasters
Bethel Lutheran Church
Clem Richards
Brown
Longview
Tri County School Office Opens in Old Bank Building
The Tri County Education Cooperative opened offices in the former First National Bank building in Stamford. Thirty two staff will operate the office with Pete Lollar of Anson serving as director, coordinating programs for pre school children across Jones Stonewall and Fisher counties.
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Tri-County
Old Bank
Tri-County Education Cooperative
First National Bank
Stamford
Pete Lollar
Anson
Jones, Stonewall
Fisher Counties
Kinney Attends Niece's Dallas Marriage
Mrs. George S. Kinney traveled to Dallas Friday for the marriage of her niece Ann Hinkle to Richard M. Dunbar. She returned home Saturday.
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George S. Kinney
Dallas
Ann Hinkle
Richard M. Dunbar
Bulldogs Face Jacksboro In Homecoming Showdown
Bulldogs prepare for a hard homecoming game against Jacksboro Saturday night at 8. Coach Charley Smith praises Jacksboro as the toughest foe this year with big, deep, experienced players and a solid line. Last week Ballinger fell 56-6. Jacksboro beat Graham 14-0 and also defeated Decatur. Bulldogs aim to rebound from minor injuries as Stevenson and Hobbs shake off ailments and Reber shifts to right tackle.
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Jacksboro
Charley Smith
Graham
Decatur
Tiger
Lee Cook
Smith
Bulldogs
Ballinger
Robert Stevenson
Steve Hobbs
Roger Reber
Four Square Gospel Church to observe 25th anniversary
Four Square Gospel Church will observe its 25th anniversary on Sunday October 3 with charter date 1946. Founding figures Mary Fulton J Craig Bigg Gulf States supervisor and Mrs Bigg of Dallas among former pastors expected. Reuben Taylor serves as pastor. Morning service 10 am to 12 lunch then afternoon service 1 30 to 4.
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Four Square Gospel
Mary Fulton
J. Craig Bigg
Gulf States
Oliver School Plans Annual Carnival Oct 30
Oliver School schedules its Halloween carnival for October 30 with booth sponsors including Mrs. Ben Cole at the dart game, Mrs. Ophelis Reed for the style show, Mr. Jean Burnett for country and western, and several others handling cake walks food booths and games. Co chairmen are Mrs. Charlsie Vasek and Mrs. Glen McCandless.
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Oliver School
Ben Cole
Ophelis Reed
Harold Petty
Bill Lane
Yvonne _ Peterson
Charlsie Vasek
Glen McCandless
Texas Research League studies state local school finance options
Texas Research League will undertake a new study of major alternatives in state local financing of public school education. The effort aims to evaluate funding structures and potential impacts on districts across the state.
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Texas Research League
United Fund Kick Off Breakfast Set for Oct 11
The Stamford United Fund drive kicks off on October 11 at 7 AM with Jarrell Sharp of St. John United Methodist Church as principal speaker at Cliff House. Workers will receive canvassing cards, and the drive aims broader house to house coverage.
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United Fund
Stamford
Jarrell Sharp
St. John United
John B. Martin
United Fund of
Easy Shopping in Stamford Unveiled by Local Campaign
Stamford business leaders press Easy Shopping in Stamford week to highlight convenient store access. The campaign lists participating merchants and urges residents to consider travel time and parking when choosing shopping centers.
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Stamford
Stamford Electric Coopera
Youth Fellowship draws youths from 37 towns
Youth conference at Orient Street Church of Christ brings 1125 attendees, with 825 visitors. San Angelo records 30 attendees while Abi lene leads with 162 youth followed by Stamford at 46. Five speakers linked talks under the theme Your Challenge to Live, per minister Fenter Northern.
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Orient Street Church of Christ
San Angelo
Broken Arrow
Tulsa
Oklo
Abilene
Stamford
Fenter Northern
Rainfall exceeds average as September totals rise
Rainfall last week pushed September to 4.64 inches and the year to 27.65, above the 25.03 inch annual average. Fields remain waterlogged slowing absorption and halting most farm activity. Some grain is being cut in higher sandy spots while lighter areas plant fall small grain. Readings by observer M. D. Thompson record 0.04, 1.27, and 1.74 inches on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
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M. D. Thompson
Also Mentioned on This Page
Cofc
Industrial Foundation
Jones-Haskell Grain Cooperative
Texas Central Railroad
Sellers Manufacturing Co
Stamford Railroad
Stamford Chamber of Commerce
Pryor
Jerry Goodman
Stevenson
Ira Marsh
Randy Leavitt
Acker
Ringo Bolin
Tunis
Harry Bounds
David Ballard
Clyde Westfall
Darryl Schoonmaker
R. C. Cobb
Four Square
United Way
United Fund Board
Martin
Tive, Inc
Dobbins Pharmacy
Thompson Trustworthy Hardware
C. R. Anthony Co
Hinds
Brazelton Lumber Co
Hassen’s
City Grocery and Market
Self Jewelers
Arledge Ice and Meats
Doc Jones Implement Co
Wedgeco Farm Machinery
Bunkley Drug
Velma’s
Fabric Shop
the Wash Pot
Duke Butane and Appliance
Elliott’s Cleaners
Kinney Funeral Home
J. W. Weaver
Gerald Proctor
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