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Newspaper
Bronte Weekly Enterprise
Location
Bronte, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1937
Page
2
A dependable automobile firm places emphasis on honest, fair dealing and a full showroom of new cars while highlighting late model used vehicles in excellent condition. Prospects are urged to inspect the Ford line for long life economy and riding comfort before buying.
Cesil Poehls directs The Enterprise to meet him in military service at Fort Warren Wyoming as part of Co. H 20th Infantry. The note wishes him a peaceful week away from Uncle Sam business. Bob Ash returns from brief family visit to Happy and Lubbock.
Concho Refining Company promotes nine market tank trucks serving farmers with on the road fuel and lubrication. A home owned operation, patronage stays local and lowers annual fuel costs. Call 4575 San Angelo for prompt tank service and tractor fuels.
Ash stated it was certainly cold on the plains Sunday morning and snow sufficient to cover the ground fell.
Notice to parents urges guardians in the Bronte school district to enroll children who are not yet registered. The Board of Trustees emphasizes timely action to ensure continued student placement and district records compliance.
The Concho Farm Machinery Company of San Angelo urges farmers to upgrade using Oliver tractors binders and farm implements. They emphasize reliability and value, offer liberal terms, and invite visits to discuss equipment to improve harvest profits.
The piece recalls visits of the old home town paper while Uncle Samuel teaches how to “lick em” as they arrive at monkeying. A brother-in-law, Jack Reaves, in Lubbock lies seriously ill. Mr. Ash fears for the sufferer’s recovery. Mr.
Sims Oil Company offers high grade oils greases gasoline and kerosene with a fleet of tank wagons serving farmers and towns alike. Call Phone 400 Winters for prompt tank service and expert lubrication advice tailored to your machinery.
The school census enumerator Walker Good urges families to enroll eligible children before March 31. Enrollment before the date adds twenty dollars to the school fund. Citizens are asked to notice the matter and act promptly for the benefit of their schools.
Miles Methodist hosts a large Song Festival at 4 30 with singers from San Angelo Ballinger Wilters Bronte Maverick Tennyson Harriett Veribest Mereta Rowena and nearby towns. Harbor Bells No 8 song books will be used alongside others. A big crowd is expected and the public is invited.
Mrs. L. T. Youngblood hosted the Baptist Missionary Society Monday afternoon. The regular monthly program focused on the Work of the Spanish and Portuguese. Attendants included Mmes. Charles Keeney Frank Keeney Mae Wilkins Stuckey and Charles Taylor.
The Young Womens Auxiliary met Monday afternoon with Mrs Cumbie Ivey as hostess. After the Scripture reading a business meeting was held. Present were Mrs Charles Baker Mrs Otis Smith Mrs J B Mackey and Miss Lois Lambert.
A call to plant a garden as the season arrives with ample moisture and favorable weather. The message stresses timely sowing and soil readiness for home growers and community plots.
A new firm in Sweetwater operates from the old W. B. Wetsel Pens with J. C. Stribling as manager. It buys hogs and cattle for shipment to California, promising top prices through competition to benefit producers and encouraging local farmers to consider its services.
Friday night declared the winners for the inter scholastic declamation contest at both high school and grammar levels. The top placers include Joe Lee for senior boys and Raby Kees ee for senior girls with La Verne Gamnes first or second in junior girls, and Billy C Baker leading junior boys. Grammar grade victors include J L Hudman in junior boys and Marine Bell and Helen Moore tied for junior girls first place.
The Junior Women’s Progressive Club held a bridge party Thursday at Mrs Clint Wilkins home with Mrs Mac Powell as hostess. Guests included Mesdames Charlie Baker Geo Thomas Barrett Mackey Ace Williams Clytus Smith Cumbie Ivey and Miss Elizabeth Leonard Nell Lowry plus guest Mrs Joe George Wilkins. Ernest Gideon asks that his paper be sent to Sweetwater instead of Balmo. He suffered a fractured hip after a gun accident and a recent x ray confirmed the injury.
Rural readers are urged to adopt gas ranges Refrigerators and water heaters from West Texas Butane Gas Company. The firm offers these improvements on easy monthly payments, allowing farm homes to enjoy city comforts without high upfront costs.
Mr. Guy Copeland manager invites inquiries about home water heaters in San Angelo. Call or visit West Texas Butane Gas Company at 109 West Beauregarde to learn how easily home necessities may be purchased. a representative will call if you drop a card.
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