Alligator Bites Four Year Old in Bronte
A four year old boy Randy Caston was bitten on the leg by a baby alligator in Bronte. He was treated at Bronte Hospital and released the next morning. The alligator was kept under surveillance for two weeks to rule out rabies, while authorities note its owner nearby.
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Bronte
Randy Caston
Lowell Caston
Bronte Hospital
Castons
Church Street
Charlie Knierim
Collins Construction Co
Brone
Cason
Randy
Doak Snead
B. D. Snead
Kennedy Johnson ticket forecast dominates local talk
A local observer predicts Kennedy's presidential nomination with Johnson as vice president and a November Democratic victory. The column notes chatter from newsmen and contemplates oddly behaving alligator sightings after a weekend bite near Bronte.
Enterprise subscription reminder offers bargain price
Readers are reminded of a monthly subscription special with less than two weeks left to buy. The bargain price ends after Saturday July 3 and cannot be repeated for another year. Subscriptions may be purchased renewed or extended at The Enterprise office by mail or via representatives in outlying communities.
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Enterprise
Elderado Couple Guests At J G Home
Mr and Mrs Louis Baker of Eldorado were Sunday guests in the home of Mr and Mrs J G.
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Louis Baker
Eldorado
J. G
Revival at First Baptist Bronte Begins Sunday
First Baptist Church of Bronte launches a week long revival starting Sunday July 24 with morning preaching and runs through the evening service July 31. Evangelist Rev. James C. Shipman of Calvary Baptist Church Texas City leads, joined by Sammy Beam III as evangelistic singer and youth director.
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First Baptist Church of
Sammy Beam III
Beam
Lester Vinson
Bronte Seeks Sewer Bond Sale Ahead Of Construction
Progress toward a new Bronte sewer system continues with officials awaiting contract timing. A letter from the Housing and Home Finance Agency suggests readiness to buy the $85,000 revenue bond issue if specified conditions are met, delaying firm projections.
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Bronte
J. A. Stephenson
The
Housing and Home Finance Agency
Scattered Showers Bring Relief to Area Residents
Scattered thunder showers during the weekend and into the first of the week provided moisture and relief from heat for most parts of the area. In Bronte the rains reduced irrigation demands and eased the local water shortage, though water rationing rules remain in effect.
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Bronte
Cotton Crop Prospects Improve Across County
County farmers report generally good prospects as hot dry weather strengthened roots and fruiting across fields. Bollworm risk rises after July 15 rains. monitor at 3 to 5 day intervals, spray at five or more worms per 100 terminals with eggs present. Beneficial insects help but not enough to rely on. visit the office for control guides.
City Seeks Early Sewer Tie-In Deposits
City officials urge prospective sewer users to submit a $25 tie-in deposit at city hall for an escrow account. Councilman Cecil Kemp notes the fee will rise to $50 after sewer completion to cover later connection costs.
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Cecil Kemp
Kemp
First National Bank
City overhauls project with state plans submitted
A meeting is planned in the next few days to map out conditions. Scott Engineering Co. states plans have been submitted to the State Health Department. City Secretary Helen Kirkland says many details remain before a contract can be let.
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Scott Engineering Co
State Health Department
Helen Kirkland
Beth Ivey to Temple for medical exam and possible surgery
Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Ivey take their daughter Beth to Scott-White Hospital in Temple for a medical exam and possible leg surgery. Beth, who contracted polio four years ago, had planned to attend the Lions Club Camp at Kerrville but canceled due to the Temple appointment.
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W. W. Ivey
Beth
Temple
Scott-White Hospital
Lions Club
Kerrville
Brookshire Revival Draws Youth Leaders From Local Schools
Brookshire Baptist Church schedules a week long revival from Sunday July 24 to Sunday July 31. Evangelist is George M Hosier of Ballinger and Howard Payne College president of the Baptist Student Union. Chauncey Mansell handles singing. Martha Grant plays piano. Evening services start 8 p.m. Sundays begin with Sunday school at 10 a.m. and preaching at 11 a.m. Everyone is invited.
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Brookshire Baptist Church
George M. Hosier
Ballinger
Howard Payne College
Brownwood
Baptist Student Union
Chauncey Mansell
Ballinger High School
Martha Grant
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