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Newspaper
Bronte Weekly Enterprise
Location
Bronte, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1933
Page
3
A Bronte notice urges all local business people to attend Monday night October 23 at 7:45 at the Bronte Methodist church. The Bronte NRA Committee says the meeting will discuss government matters related to the NRA and seek counsel from attendees.
Fred Pruitt died in McAlister Oklahoma Saturday night October 14 1933 at age forty two. He was born October 3 1891 in Groveton and later moved to Bronte with his family. He served in Battery D 126 Field Artillery and was the first Bronze boy to return from France. Burial followed at Bronte with Baptist services and a military funeral by the American Legion. He leaves a wife Josie Le Thompson six children and many relatives.
School reopens after a cotton harvest recess with strong attendance and enthusiasm. Superintendent Hawkins reports smooth progress as classes resume where left off. Deputy Sheriff Paul Good visits from Robert Lee. Rev. Lewis Stucky subscribes to the old home town paper and praises Bronte.
The family of Fred Pruitt thank friends in Bronte and Rush Springs Oklahoma for kindnesses and sympathy. They recall Rev D M West and Rev Lewis Stucky and appreciate floral offerings and every kindness. May God bless you all. His wife, children and other relatives.
Tennyson school announces plans for an Armistice program to be held Saturday evening in November. The exact program details will be announced later. Watch for the notice and plan to attend. Tennyson residents may be joined by Bronte residents.
At 3 30 Tuesday afternoon October 24 the P T A holds a program with Mrs Ek A Hawkins as main speaker. She will recount her trip to Chicago and the Century of Progress and share an engaging World’s Fair account for all patrons and friends of the school.
The Woman's Progressive Club met October 12 with Mrs. Cora Collier hosting. Members shared Grecian themed items including Things Seen in Sicily immersion and The Greek View of Life. Mrs. T. M. Wylie presented A Day in Athens Davis. Four guests attended and the group plans a November 2 gathering at Mrs Fid Cumbie with Italy on the program.
Businessman T M Wylie Sr. traveled to San Angelo for a Monday visit to discuss local commerce and potential ventures with area firms.
The Enterprise reports the Turkey school moved from November 11 to November 3 in Bronte. Prof. E N Holgreen of College Station cannot attend on the original date, prompting the shift.
The George Scott Post American Legion calls a meeting Monday night October 28 at the regular meeting place. Ex service men and especially members are urged to attend. your presence is needed. H. O. Whitt, Post Commander.
Bronte hosts a two day race meet and rodeo next Thursday and Friday October 26 and 27. The event promises a big affair with inducements attracting top western sports stars. Rodeo grounds and equipment are premier and the program has been advertised widely. Read the full two day plan in this issue.
The Blackwell Commercial Club plans a Trades Day Monday October 23 with a full program and special merchandise prices. The recently organized club promotes a day of enjoyment and economic activity as Blackwell invites all residents and guests to spend the day in town.
Prof. J. S. Armstrong superintendent of the Divide school in Nolan county visited Bronte Thursday to have repairs on a school bus and the hot water heater. He reported the school's work moving along most satisfactorily.
O D Spoonts invites youngsters to a 6 00 parade on Broadway followed by a crowd gathering at the school ground to enjoy the show. The event highlights community kid activities and a staged program.
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