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Newspaper
Bronte Weekly Enterprise
Location
Bronte, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1942
Page
3
Morton Caudle son of Mr and Mrs Elihu Caudle in the Navy Dispensary at Norfolk Virginia writes his sister Miss Wilma a patriotism filled letter printed by The Enterprise. He reflects on war duty, national unity, and the Christmas spirit while recounting a church visit and thoughts on peace and sacrifice.
Mr and Mrs R B Hambright celebrated their fiftieth anniversary at home near Norton with nine children and grandchildren present. Married in 1891 in Hill County Texas the couple moved to Norton in 1909 and have contributed to the community life. Their children reside in Artesia Happy Abilene Norton and nearby areas.
Gary Edwards reports strong returns from an Enterprise Christmas advertisement highlighting his candy and nut lines. He sold all nuts with two Rok cents per nut before Christmas and praised the ad's effectiveness, noting the paper reaches eager readers and serves as a salesman for advertisers.
Eldon Hensley 20, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Hensley, died in a San Angelo hospital from injuries suffered in a Monday wreck west of Mertzon. Interment was in Bronte Friday after services at the Methodist church in Mertzon. The family formerly lived in Bronte and had many local friends who mourn his death.
Dr. John Knierim of Sulphur Springs was a holiday guest of his brother Robert Kanierim and family, welcomed by many friends who know him as John. Allen Bell of San Diego Calif sustained a painful ankle fracture causing work incapacity, but he can now move about on crutches.
Mr and Mrs D C Hummhries Gaus announce a memorial at 3 avton for a beloved member. A Mem Dick Hue is noted in the family obituary with gratitude for support from relatives and friends.
Mrs J N Tannehill mourns as her 80 year old mother, World War I gold star mother Eddie C Byrd, passes at the family home in San Angelo. Survived by husband W P Byrd and two daughters, seven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Funeral Saturday at the First Christian Church with Rev E D Henson and Rev Lawrence Hayes officiating. interment at Fairmount Cemetery.
The Bronte Enterprise announces Mrs. Marshal Sims will edit locally and manage advertising while editors prepare to return. Sims has served as news gatherer and is praised for competence. Readers are urged to send news tips to Mrs. Sims and support Bronte's weekly paper.
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