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Newspaper
Bronte Weekly Enterprise
Location
Bronte, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1925
Page
3
The Bronte band, once strong at a place no larger than Bronte, reassembles after disbanding years ago. Two years earlier they delivered an excellent showing at the Weet Texas Chamber of Commerce band contest in San Angelo. Most former members are rejoining as the group reorganizes.
A reminiscence of a quaint town named Edith paints it as lovely and lively. Simmons College alumnus Giliver gave a chalk talk at Edith’s Methodist church after a dinner train trip from Bronte. Three carloads of Bronte residents joined the day, enjoying lunch by Paint Creek embankment during a pleasant outing.
Sam Jones proprietor of Angelo Drug Co Cleveland announces a notable 2 Cent Sale offering under game conditions. The ad describes a one of a kind sale event with unusual pricing and terms as stated in the current issue.
A local event drew a large crowd as Edith led a program with a choir and paintings. Jim Hale’s verified subscription figure stood out after others misidentified him, and the audience enjoyed a rain shower and the Home Coming scene.
Misses Carrie Glenn and Callie Mae Fickman hosted a niscerla bridal shower for Mrs Duncan on Thursday afternoon at Callie Mae Fickman's home. A color scheme of red and white set the decor with a punch booth admired by about fifty guests. The event featured a prank gift, advice on how to treat a husband, and forty two games, with gifts displayed both afternoon and evening and refreshments served.
Verna Smith recalls a Sunday afternoon journey to Edith with gratitude for the warm reception and fine congregation. She expresses appreciation for the trip across the country and the splendid hearing she enjoyed.
Readable fragments show Lamesa subscribers urged to renew or appeal a subscription account. The message mentions checks and balances and hints at a renewed appeal process.
The editor and wife received a rare treat from the owners of Bronte's peanut and popcorn roaster. Edward Keeney and Fred McDonald Jr supplied two packages of popcorn and two ages of peanuts, and the editors express gratitude for their kind thoughtfulness.
A baby girl was born on Saturday night April 11 to Mr and Mrs R. Both mother and baby are reported to be doing fine.
A fragment speaks of a joyful gathering with visitors and locals. It notes a prosperous, happy community with strong education morals and religion, inviting all to remember Edith’s visit and the enterprise.
Bronte's picture show manager C. O. Holder repeats an advance ad for this week, promoting a film titled Wanhandled described as offering a moral lesson for girls and young ladies. If the depiction proves as stated it promises tragedy and sorrow, while promoter Holmer aims for clean wholesome entertainment.
A preacher was assaulted and robbed after a late meeting at Sylvester. He had closed with a collection and offering was taken, leaving him alone in the dark until the attack. The report notes the incident followed a large revival led by A D Porter at Meritodies and references the harsh moral observed.
Last Saturday afternoon Mrs Arledge entertained a Sunday school group at her home for an Easter egg hunt. Children gathered and played games while Raby Simpson and Earl Knox won prizes. Ice cream was served as the event ended and attendees hoped for more Sundays together.
Honor rell pupils for March and April are listed by grade with several names including Ruby Perry Jane Stegall Vivian Hayley and Fannie McCutchen. The Hayrick seniors presented "Little Mies Jack" at Chadbourne Friday night to a full house, netting 33.00 for school ground equipment and room expenses.
The notice advertises an exacted sale of pure bred eggplant stock. Details outline the event scope, date, and venue for interested buyers and breeders.
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