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Floresville Chronicle Journal

Location

Floresville, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1926

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Sages Start Coming In At Eight O Clock

The note says sages will begin arrivals at eight o clock and continue until midnight inviting everyone to the event.

Trustees Hear Calls for Higher School Apportionment

A trustees meeting on August 21 in the courthouse discussed education issues led by County Superintendent J E Swift and State official Wm Eilers. They urged raising state school funds from 11.50 to 15.00 to extend terms and improve schools, and petitioned Senator Bailey and Representative Gates for legislative action.

Wm. Leilers State Department of Education Austin J. E. Swift Court House Swift Supt. Eilers Eilers Ee Eek Beasant Halle Gilead Eats Sha' Tauw’ Roe United States J. Swift

Stockdale School Seeks Splendid Year With Tax Hike

Supt R A Manire announced a 25 cent school tax was approved in the Stockdale Independent School District enabling another teacher to ease crowded conditions. Prospects for a strong term are reported, with community interest high. Floresville forms Chamber of Commerce after banquet and business meeting. A 15-member board was elected and plans for Wilson County Fair are outlined.

R. A. Manire Stockdale High School Chronicle-Journal Stockdale Independent Manire Floresville Chamber of Commerce Court House White House R. A. Wiseman Lst J. W. Oxford Ed Franklin Sam Fore, Jr J.C. Merchant R. L Eschenburg E. R. Shedden EB. L. Whitsett J. T. Houston W. O. Murray, Jr B. Carr E. D. Beck W. J. Ellinghausen J. T. Morgan Wilson County John W. Reese

Floresville Chamber Commerce Organized Tuesday

Floresville chamber organization formed on Tuesday electing officers and directors. The group pledges cooperation and spirit to promote local business growth and community unity.

Floresville Chamber Commerce

Tourist parks grow in favor along Rio Grande route

A Sunday San Antonio Express report notes a surge of modern tourist camps from San Antonio to the Rio Grande entrance. Pecan Grove Cottage Camp at Floresville, built by Dr J E Sparks, offers 12 screened furnished cottages with showers and a store, set in a large pecan grove near the courthouse.

Rio Grande Valley San Antonio Pecan Grove Floresville J. E. Sparks

Chamber of Commerce Dues Urged for First Quarter

Members are urged to meet before Sept 1 to pay a $4.00 dues for Sept 1 to Jan 1. Secretary W J Elfinghausen asks prompt payment to ease officers’ work and help start the new organization. Miss Anna Barosh has joined Skarke's Cafe.

Anna Barosh Skarke’s Cafe

German Program At Three Oaks School House

A German program will be given at the Three Oaks School House Sunday afternoon at 7 30 for the benefit of Evangelical Friendens Church. Everyone is cordially invited. W O Stephenson, local contractor, who is building two new brick school houses at Raymondville, in the Valley, spent the weekend here with his family.

Three Oaks Evangelical Friendens Church W. O. Stephenson Raymondville

Poth Schools Open Sept 13

The Poth public school will open on Monday September 13. All patrons are asked to note this opening date.

Poth

Poth gins report totals up to yesterday afternoon

Up to yesterday afternoon the three Poth gins reported figures for A D Warnken Sons RB 8 Crain and Farmers Gin Co total eighty one four one?

A. D. Warnken & Sons Crain Farmers’ Gin Co

The Big Race You Want to Enjoy a Real Race

A vivid invitation to witness a premier event promising an exciting pace and high stakes. Spectators are urged to attend for a thrilling display of speed, skill, and competition. Local organizers highlight the race as a standout showcase in the season.

Floresville Ginning Report Through Yesterday

Floresville gins had logged 875 bales by yesterday afternoon, marking the latest tally in the local crop processing report.

Floresville

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