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Newspaper
Bronte Enterprise
Location
Bronte, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1967
Page
3
The H D Agent's News Dept outlines careful sheet handling to extend life. Loosen tucked edges before removal to prevent fabric weakening and rips. mend small tears before washing. Avoid using sheets as laundry bags to reduce snagging. Dry line hem to hem, fold, and pin. remove promptly from dryer to minimize ironing.
Precooked dry beans that cook in 20 to 30 minutes are now on the market in most states. Old fashioned navy beans soup or baked beans can be ready for the table in less than an hour. Flat-sided freezer containers save space versus cylindrical cartons. American or cheddar cheese is common in cheese assortments. Three strength levels exist with prices from high to low. Mild cheddar aged 69 to 90 days lowers cost while medium aged six to nine months is pricier and stronger. Sharp cheese ages a year or more, yielding peak flavor and higher processing costs. Schedule notes list events from Monday June 26 to Friday June 30 in Dallas plus a July 3–6 agenda including an Office, Holiday, and a Furniture Antiquing program at 2 p.m.
The public is invited to a free demonstration on Furniture Antiquing on Thursday July 6 at 2 00 p m in the Recreation Hall in Robert Lee. Mr Darby of Derbys Bal linger will lead the program sponsored by the Coke County Home Demonstration Council.
Some 45 attendees from Bronte and surrounding towns joined the 19th annual reunion of the Senior Class of 1948 at Bronte County Park last Saturday. A picnic supper followed by social visiting capped the event. the next reunion is planned for Father’s Day weekend in 1968 at Bronte Park.
Mr. and Mrs. Harlin Lee hosted a fish fry at their home on June 22 with many guests from out of town. Attendees included the Magees from Wingate and others from Ballinger San Angelo Newcastle and local families. Bronze guests and extended family listed among the attendees.
The Bronte Senior H D Club met June 21 with host Mrs H H Holland. President Mrs J C Boatright presided. Dana K Cunningham spoke on 4 H work. Garage sale set for July 14 and 15 in the Cum bie building near Ragsdale barber shop. Next meeting slated for July 5 at City hall with host Mrs Hughes.
Mr and Mrs Kent Comelli and Marvin Thompson son of Mr and Mrs Dale Thompson of Maverick depart Saturday for Fishkill New York to work at Camp Hadens Herald Tribune Fresh Air Fund Camp about 60 miles north of New York City.
County Agents report pecan trees under attack as walnut caterpillars skeletonize leaves. Heavy eaters grow fast and can alter tree appearance overnight. Control methods include DDT spray with two level tablespoons of 50 percent wettable powder per gallon or breaking and burning infested branches. Caterpillars gather in small groups on twigs, often one twig hosts all worms when young. Also notes Coke County 4 H Horse Show set for Friday July 7 at Bronte Roping Arena with halter classes at 6 pm and evening events. more details next week.
The second generation of the pecan nut casebearer is due near week’s end with a few early arrivals possible. This generation is less damaging than the first but will still reduce pecan quality unless control measures are taken. Observations on current tree status are not yet made.
A study from Mc Gregor Station shows crossbred steers can command prices comparable to straight bred cattle at market. Walter Kruse of Texas A&M reports 26 crossbreds averaging $23.25 per cwt, 30 Herefords at $23.24 and four Hereford crosses at $22.96. Highest price was $24.30 per cwt for a Hereford, lowest $22.10 for a Brahman cross. lighter steers under 800 pounds brought about 50 cents less. The author notes reduced price discrimination against crossbreds across most of Texas.
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