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Newspaper
Bronte Enterprise
Location
Bronte, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1964
Page
5
Mrs Harlin Lee sells her share to Mrs Douglas Ditmore in Bronze Flowers & Gifts. Mrs T L Berry retains her stake and the pair will operate as partners from the current location, continuing floral services and expanding gift items in the near future.
The Shorthorns defeated the Robert Lee Dogies 6 to 0 on the road last Thursday in a defensive battle. Randy Barbee intercepted a Dogie pass and returned it across the double stripe, sealing the win as Robert Lee threatened near the Bronze goal line. Shorthorns host Hermleigh Redbirds at home tonight.
The Coke Home Demonstration Council hosts an exhibit in Robert Lee with free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday October 9 and 10. Items may be entered Thursday 1 to 5 p.m. in classes such as needlework antiques historic items clothing art crafts gifts scrapbooks Christmas decorations and horticulture.
Mr and Mrs J B Olivas of Las Vegas Nevada visited for the wedding of Rudy Olivas and Josie Flores. J B Olivas asked The Enterprise to greet his Longhorn 1941 teammates and friends. He runs a Las Vegas company in drywall painting and interior decorating.
Bronte city council will not join Coke County tax suits to clear vacant Bronte and Robert Lee lots. San Angelo attorney Glenn W. Lewis advised against participation citing high costs and poor prospects. A protest complained of loose chickens and livestock, referencing a city ordinance. Also notes Royces and Richards attending the Texas Army game in Austin.
Longhorns host Bangs Dragons at 8 p.m. hoping to extend undefeated run in District 8-B after two opening losses and two wins. Coach Jolley scouted the Longhorns last Friday and predicts a tough contest. Robert Lee remains unbeaten, routing Bangs last week 40-6, with other district scores listed. Doug McCutchen and Gordon London tied for third in area scoring with 32 points.
The Coke County Farm Bureau plans a Monday gathering in Robert Lee with a barbecue supper at the school cafeteria and a business session in the school auditorium. County officers will be elected, yearly policies approved, and delegates chosen for the state convention at the Rice Hotel in Houston November 8 to 11.
Funeral services set for 3 p.m. Thursday for J. S. Toland father of Mrs. J. L. Champion of Bronte. Toland died Tuesday at St. John's Hospital in San Angelo after moving back to Eden a year ago from California. He leaves a wife five daughters including Mrs Campion and three sons.
Postmaster Noah Pruitt Jr. clarifies mail times after schedule changes. Incoming mail arrives from Sweetwater at 5 10 a.m. San Angelo 7 45 a.m. Ballinger 9 30 a.m. Robert Lee 4 55 p.m. Outgoing mail goes to Ballinger 10 45 a.m. San Angelo 4 55 p.m. Robert Lee 8 10 a.m. Office hours now 8 30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
School pictures will be taken Tuesday October 13 in the school auditorium. First graders go first at 8 30 a m with preschool children invited to join. Remaining students will be scheduled for the session throughout the day.
Bronte Longhorns defeat Santa Anna 28 6 as freshman fullback Doug McCutchen scores three touchdowns after David Glenn opens with a 1 yard run. Key early fumbles and steady sustained drives set Bronte ahead and the game continues with McCutchen returning a kickoff and Glenn to Lee connecting on key gains. Continued on back page.
Elmer C Hurley 62 of San Angelo died Monday night after a short illness. Funeral at Robert Lee Methodist Church Thursday at 2 30 p m with Rev George Ricker and Rev Dempsey Salter officiating. Burial in Edith Cemetery. Survivors include wife two sons and seven grandchildren. Williams Funeral Home, Robert Lee Bronte in charge.
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