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Newspaper
Bronte Weekly Enterprise
Location
Bronte, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1937
Page
4
A fragmented 1957 era note reflects longing for the old Abilene town and its improvements. It invites readers to visit and relive memories through a weekly paper, promising nostalgia mixed with civic pride and hometown charm.
The Coke County Singing Convention meets at Tennyson next Sunday October 3 for an all day singing with dinner on the ground. President E A Burgess says it will be a big day with good singing and notes possible stew rabbit lunch, though plans may change.
Notice states the farm is posted and hunting is prohibited across the property including woodlands. No hunting or trespass allowed. readers are advised to stay off the land.
Local Scoutmaster attends a Concho Valley Council executive meeting and barbecue at a ranch near mereton. Leaders from Brady and Kaun join in planning the Scouting program and senior Scout work.
The Bronte Parent-Teacher Association held a lively first meeting with large attendance and high enthusiasm. Superintendent Nathan Johnson led the program as emcee while Mrs. Dale Morrison of Abilene, tied to Ale Murry College, spoke on European conditions versus free America. President Mrs. R. E. Cumbie praised cooperative support as the group aims to grow its nine six paid members toward a full membership roster.
A fragmented note describes the History of Bronte and Hayrick MW Churches in Texas. It mentions Rev Spellman and references a regional conference, with scattered names and local details about church organization and members. The piece alludes to continued coverage on page five.
On September 25 the Bronte Sixth Grade Citizenship Club held a meeting themed Improving Our School Work. Members presented a play on accuracy in school work and prairie life. Doris Sims sang Serial Days. Levada Rogers led a discussion from Well Begun is Half Done and urged a bigger year of delightful experiences. Mrs. A. N. Rawlings elected Rod Mother. Ollie Keesee and Odyne Spencer welcomed as new members. A narcissus bowl was received as thanks from Room Mother Mrs. A. N. Rewlings, with Mrs. Henry Hudman as guest.
Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Cumbie and Edward Gou are visiting Amarillo this week, staying with local acquaintances and touring city sites.
Mrs Pete Larkin of Fort Worth returns home after an extended visit with her parents Mr and Mrs D Larkin. The item notes her travel from the area and mentions the Larkin family.
A week of entertainment in West Texas features superb exhibits and global possibilities. Management promotes the event as drawing large crowds from across the region, with press and public attention focused on performances and displays.
Abilene invites all West Texas residents to a free fair next week with no gate charges. The event aims to showcase exhibits and entertainments, inviting visitors to spend time in Abilene and enjoy world class attractions without admission fees.
Officers Eubanks and Good seized Frank Burch of Floresville here on Wednesday on sheriff Geo Booth’s advice. The Floresville sheriff and deputy collected him Thursday and returned the prisoner to Floresville to stand trial. The charge against him was not learned.
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