01 May 1969
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Newspaper
Bronte Enterprise
Location
Bronte, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1969
Page
1
Phonies on the phone alarm readers with tricks like surveys and fake offers. The Better Business Bureau urges a cautious reply and sharp boundaries to deter scammers while remaining open to legitimate calls. Then a Food For Thought note promotes milk rich diets and evaporated milk as a versatile nutrient source.
The Coke County Historical Survey committee marked the 80th anniversary of Coke County with a April 23 Pioneer Day at the Robert Lee Recreation Center. Attendees traveled from across Coke County and beyond. a historical marker dedication honored Confederate soldier Cary Allen Gates at Robert Lee Cemetery.
Voices denounce when citizens use liberties to undermine land and institutions that protect them. The piece reflects concern over actions perceived as threats to public structures and order.
The piece previews continued little league play with matchups listed for June 20 and June 24 among Yankees Indians Cardinals Astros Giants Dodgers. It notes Norton will not field a team this year creating an odd five team schedule.
The town received 1.2 to 1.5 inches of rain Saturday night. Local pastors Rev J H Hallford of Ballinger and Rev John Early of San Angelo will preach at Brookshire and Maverick churches on upcoming Sundays. Multiple residents from San Angelo, Evant, Winters, Abilene and Stephenville visited over the weekend. Weekend guests included the Smiths, Saunders, Cash, and Gray families. Church and school events, hospital admissions, and local moves are noted among residents and guests.
A 48 mile Scenic and Historical Tour sponsored by Runnels and Coke County Historical Survey Committees took place Saturday, April 26, with 50 participants visiting Civil War sites, Wingate battle lore, Old Fort Chadbourne ruins, and rock shelter carvings. Guides Rankin Pace and Mrs. Yarbrough led, noting graves and markers, including one unmarked grave bearing MS Graham.
Winters Library hosts an art show inviting Bronte area artists to display works. Entries must be brought Thursday with judging Friday and the public welcome Saturday. Royce G. Phillips of Wingate assists. four divisions listed still life portraits landscapes marine.
In San Angelo 4 H District VII foods contest Coke County entries claimed first place in two divisions. Deane Derrick won for Calabacita in fruit and vegetable show while Sheri Pitcock took blue ribbon in bread and cereal with whole wheat rolls. Both advance to state June 24 at College Station. Jayene Riker and Donna Schwell from Bronte won second in share the fun and also enter state contests. Other Coke County participants included Cheri Baker and Kathy Deen in junior food show.
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