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Newspaper
Bowie News
Location
Bowie, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1939
Page
2
A report from the American Bible Society shows seven million Bible volumes in circulation by end of 1938. Germany sold more copies than Mein Kampf, and China and Japan increased purchases, with the Bible remaining the leading global best seller and a symbol of civilization and dignity.
The article urges Bowie's hospitality to visiting motorists as the motoring season opens, stressing a friendly welcome to attract travelers seeking quiet outdoor recreation. It notes varied tourist tastes, the value of advertising, and a lighthearted look at local quirks and foibles.
Austin reports a 2 percent sales tax constitutional amendment remains alive after a 91 to 56 House defeat. Proponents plan another test this week, betting nine votes can be gained. Senate stance and lobbying pressure color the looming final decision as legislators inch toward adjournment.
Mrs. Louise McAlister and daughter Gloria of Fort Worth were weekend guests of her parents Mr and Mrs Claud Giles with Betty Lou Cobb staying for an extended visit. Mr and Mrs John L Robinson and daughter Betty Jo of Corsicana spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs W T Lancaster.
A short notice directs shoppers to Lyon and Matthews Company for Sherwin Williams paints. The listing highlights paint brands available and points to the store as a source for painting supplies.
Headaches, biliousness, bad breath warn of faulty elimination. Neglect brings sour stomach belching loss of appetite and energy. Don’t delay take spicy all vegetable Black-Draught to cleanse gently and tonify lazy bowels by simple directions. Millions of packages used.
In Montague County I recall the life of Dr L K Hunter known as Doc. Born in Arkansas, he moved to Texas in 1880 and lived near Pella then Sunset, witnessing early town growth. He helped found Needmore and Dorsey on farm land, observed county line disputes, later managed Sunset lumber yard, and remains a respected local figure with a peaceful, valued life.
Mrs D L Dickey reports her daughter Mrs Doss Millsap of Sherman and Mr Millsap will spend two weeks at the New York World’s Fair. Millsap earned the trip through his record as an insurance salesman. Millsap often visits Greer Dickey, her brother.
Mr. and Mrs. A. A. Hurdt and daughter Artie, Dr. and Mrs. Lewis K. Tester of San Angelo, were week end guests of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Robertson of Decatur.
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