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Newspaper
Bronte Weekly Enterprise
Location
Bronte, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1937
Page
3
A reader recalls placing and paying for an advertisement in The Enterprise and later seeing the same ad in Midland at a higher price. The notice asserts the local rates are fair and equitable, noting a three cent discrepancy the advertiser observed.
Mrs J C W Beaty of Weslaco died at her son L W Beaty’s near Bronte on Tuesday afternoon June 15 1937 after several weeks illness. She was eighty born in Coryell County mother side from Padgett family linked to Zachary Taylor. Survived by husband five sons four daughters and many grandchildren. Funeral held Saturday as California relatives arrived.
A letter from T N Carswell, manager of Abilene City Development, to Mayor Cumbie commends the June 9 highway opening picnic. He praises West Texas hospitality, generous food, and community friendliness, hoping Abilene can return the gesture.
The Enterprise reports Rev J H Thompson of Bronte Methodist Church asks to announce that Rev Moreland of San Angelo will occupy the Bronte church pulpit Sunday at 11 o clock. Moreland is described as a young minister from San Angelo and a cordial invitation is extended to all to attend.
Mr and Mrs Otto Wojtek of Robert Lee have settled in Bronte after marrying in Santa Anna on June 10. Charlotte Oakes, now Mrs Wojtek, taught at Silver School this past year and is familiar to Bronte residents. They reside in Carrie Williams cottage with plans for Otto to manage the Texas theatre.
Gelo conducted the religious services at 5 o'clock in the afternoon. A large attendance from Bronte and surrounding Bronte country and West Texas gathered for the funeral. Deceased had been a Church of Christ member for about forty years. Elder Roberts spoke of the life and offered comfort to the bereaved husband children and grandchildren. After the service the body was buried in the cemetery to rest until the world ends. The aged husband and family receive heartfelt sympathy.
Rev Dean recently became pastor of Blackwell Baptist Church and his wife Mrs Dean spoke warmly of the town. They formerly lived in Abilene and Mrs Dean taught at Bronte in 1924 and 1933 under her maiden name Birdie Jones. The Enterprise enjoyed their brief visit and wished them long, useful years serving the Blackwell community.
Mrs. Samuel Price, born Miss John Ann Galloway in 1839, dies at age 98 in Coke County. She married Samuel Price in 1859 and lived in Grayson and Lilano counties before settling near Bronte. Surviving children number five, with 27 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. Funeral rites were held at her home, with Rev. J. J. Thompson officiating. she was a longtime Methodist, reading the Bible through 25 times, and remembered as a devoted mother and neighbor.
The Bronte Enterprise printed an editor letter from E. W. Smith of Blackwell praising the paper for its stance on Governor Allred's two inconsistencies regarding old age pensions and gambling. Smith argues the governor could have stood firm against social gambling currents. The piece notes Raney and Harry Beaty returned to California after attending their mother's funeral.
The Highway 70 Celebration Edition of The Enterprise, issued the 11th, has sold every copy. The sole remaining shipment note says Postmaster R J Epperson sent a copy to a kin in Idaho. Readers send kind words from home and beyond.
S A Kiker of Bronte receives gifts from his children for Father’s Day. A daughter Mrs B E Medgling adds a tribute calling him the best dad, praising the influence of his prayers and the guidance of both parents on her upbringing.
A baby boy was born Wednesday June 16 1927 to Mr and Mrs W J Maxwell Jr at a San Angelo hospital. The Enterprise sends best wishes as the newborn enters the world and the family hopes he will grow to achieve all their plans for him.
Marie postmaster J Black announced the Methodist conference will meet Sunday with Dr J T McClure of Brownwood presiding. Rev Hubert Craine of Norton leads the Maine church as revival plans will be set next Sunday. Woodrow Leonard of Youngstown Ohio visited his parents in Marie and noted a steel strike prompted his move to Texas.
A minor car collision near Oakeneka left both vehicles at the scene with no serious injuries reported. Emergency responders are coordinating traffic control as investigators assess damage and determine next steps.
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