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Newspaper
Wellington Leader
Location
Wellington, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1934
Page
7
A small delegation planned to reach Washington on Tuesday to consult Congressman Marvin Jones for guidance and assistance in presenting their figures. Noted contributors include Gollings Swartt, farmers, and Gemmttusamen as the page continues on Page 12.
Roy Kapryon county scout executive says the Boy Scouts are progressing with the year plans including hikes and activities. Slang members enroll as two troops prepare for a three day trip from Tuesday to cross the town returning Saturday. The group thanks Kiwanis and American Legion and urges eligible members to pay registration and join for the Groestock trip.
The article reports two elderly county residents recovering from pneumonia. Mrs. W. 3. White, 82, of the Kelley community, had been bedridden but is now greatly improved after a serious case. Meg. J.B. Tarter, 87, living west of town, also showed marked improvement from a similar illness.
After a trip to Austin last week the Samnorwood Route Head School district reports that the $25,600 bonds for the new building have been sold and that plans for the construction were accepted in line with state recommendations. Davis Rebieseny is appointed to oversee the project as superintendent of construction at Samnorwood.
The Men’s Bible Class of the First Baptist Church entertained their wives and guests with a fried chicken supper totaling about one hundred attendees. The event moved from City Park to the church dining room due to rain, followed by a spelling match directed by Rev. Johnston and Rev. Hawkins.
Preliminary plans are underway for the annual Old Timer's Picnic in the community. The organizing group aims to assemble a large turnout of residents and former residents for a day of socializing and reminiscence.
Mrs Glenn 49 or 50 died after a long illness Saturday night. Funeral held Sunday at First Methodist Church with Rev T M Johnston. Born in Ellis County Texas on September 2 1883 she was the daughter of G N Arnold and widow of C J Glenn. Her Civil War veteran father was born in Hiunots. The Arnold family moved to Callingsworth County in 1844 and later for years Mrs Glenn resided there. She married C J Glenn on February 4 1904.
Sports fans may see boxing and wrestling matches Friday night at 8 30. The card features John Pritchard 150 pounds versus Guy Anderson 185 pounds and Ay Breedlove 160 pounds in best two of three bouts. An exhibition by J N Cook is also listed.
Four Home Demonstration Clubs Back, Greek, Prairie View, Lillis and Kelley held weekly meetings under Miss Annie Mae Donaghey. Members of Back Creek Club met Wednesday at Mrs By EB Amburns.
The article describes Wellington residents marking America's Emancipation Day with a Tuesday parade of cars trucks and wagons. A pep squad of Black girls Root for the Black Cats as they note the game against Anadarko with the Cats winning.
L. A. Gilmore purchased Kendrick Station a block south of the square's southeast corner. Kendrick will devote full time to his Auto Service Department next door, which will remain in the same location. Gilmore said the station will continue selling out products there.
The Gotham Securities Company of Dallas opened offices in Wellington near the Lowry Building on the southwest corner. C. T. Simpackt and J. P. Wright were named local representatives for the firm, which deals in cotton, grain and stocks and will serve Wellington Childress and Shamrock.
Tax payment notice outlines a ten day period for delinquent back taxes. The document mentions intended payers and references 1932 title records and a June 80 1984 signal date. It includes unclear terms such as ta and senal, with guidance for payment by the stated deadline.
The Gaesers stepped up their push for the Red River Valley League lead by defeating Childawss 5 to 4 in ten innings. The Vernon game is set for Wellington diamond west of West Ward school at 1 pm next Sunday with large crowds expected. Pitcher Raymond Morgan starred, stifling Hale and Marcum while Marcum had a lone hit and Patskin stole three bases.
A V Cocke sustained cuts to his index and third fingers and a bruised hand in an accident while attaching a scratcher to his cultivator. The injuries were not expected to be serious.
English course organized by local extending program announced today at Wellington. Professor and Mrs George Smallwood of Lubbock will stay through the summer while the course runs. Enrolled students include Dodd Frank Bai Mrs Allen I Smith Bessie Jean Wil iso Play Mee Willis D C Evang Bula L Peters Florence Peters Mrs Wanda Mask Jesse G Thompson Mrs Lela B Thompson Mal We Roberts J D Wilson Raymond Faweil and Doltie Mae Brown.
Monk Legwitt and W H Tand report delegates attended a fire convention in Mineral Wells last Friday. Mr. Lindsay says the pension bill passed unanimously and will take effect soon. Lectures on fire prevention were given by Texas Fire Insurance Company members and regional hosts in nearby communities. The trip was described as enjoyable and educational.
County Judge Luther Gribble said a Texas allocation of 12 million dollars for federal highway funds will aid paving along Highway 14 from Childress County line to Wellington and north to Nicholson. Commissioners plan Austin visits July 21 and August 1 and will appear before the highway commission at the July 31 to August 1 session seeking a pavement letting.
R L Scott this week authorized the Leader to announce his candidacy for county judge subject to the democratic primary on July 28. He says he is coming out as the farmer's friend and the people’s public servant advocating economy and justice for the underdog in Collingsworth County Texas.
J. Hart of Memphis announced the opening of the Post Office Barber Shop located diagonally across from the post office in Wellington. Hart comes from seven years of hotel barbering in Memphis. B. P. Hammonds will assist in operating the Wellington shop.
Fragmented text notes a local gathering and plans for a political event or campaign. It mentions a governor and announcements, with references to a panhandle region and potential completion of a project, though details are unclear.
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