22 Jan 1937
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Newspaper
Bronte Weekly Enterprise
Location
Bronte, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1937
Page
1
The Bronte Enterprise issues a publisher notice stating it is a second class matter at Bronte Post Office since March 1, 1918 and outlining subscription rates as $1.50 per year. The paper invites corrections for any erroneous reflections upon character or reputation upon notification to the Editor.
Spire Enterprise bids welcome to Bennitt Brothers George and Russell Bennitt the new owners and publishers of Sweetwater Daily Reporter. They recently acquired the paper from Millard Cope and promised to maintain the high standard of excellence. The writer praises their editing and printing skill while noting bittersweet farewell to Cope and predicting Sweetwater will grow with Bronte nearby.
A reader in Lub bock sends a remittance with praise for the paper and nostalgia for former editors Mr. and Mrs. Scott. The note recalls their early ownership of The Enterprise and honors their son Bronte’s sacrifice in the war, expressing lasting affection and gratitude.
The article argues the Texas old age pension as mandated by voters should be enacted simply or paused until revenues exist. It criticizes legislature for delaying the measure, questions cost estimates, cites Deliberalization effects, and urges returning the issue to the people if funds are unavailable. It defends applicants' integrity and condemns anti pension claims as misleading.
The Enterprise editor acknowledges receipt of an invitation from the Sweetwater Board of City Development to the Forward Sweetwater Banquet on January 28. He plans to attend with Bob Knierim to speak for Bronte and expresses appreciation for the invitation and the long association with Sweetwater and West Texas boosters.
A Winters man writes to The Enterprise wishing friends and the people of Bronte and Coke County a Happy New Year. He notes the new year has begun and urges everyone to do their best in the coming months.
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