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Newspaper
Floresville Chronicle Journal
Location
Floresville, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1925
Page
6
Local authorities urge motorists to renew vehicle licenses soon, warning against delayed payments. Officials emphasize penalties and potential enforcement actions for those who wait, urging timely compliance by all county residents.
Highland Herefords continue to win prizes after the Chicago international livestock show. Highland bred cattle, bred by C. T. Mitchell of Marfa Texas, earned top carload trophies and multiple premiums in steer yearlings and calf classes. Richard Lacey and F A Mitchell of Marfa received several premiums in carlot divisions, while the Highland Association duplicates all cash premiums from the fat classes.
Obituary notes the death of Jim Brown mayor of Floresville banker and legislator in Wilson Karnes counties. A respected era in Southwest Texas, Brown served six years in the state legislature, led Floresville as mayor, and headed the First National Bank of Floresville for 23 years. He was beloved by many and his loss deeply mourned in Kenedy and Wilson County.
A valed subscriber J H Brown dies after a life of kindness and loyalty. He balanced life like a ledger, aiding friends and repaying enemies with generosity. Pneumonia and euremic poison hastened his end, yet he met death without regrets as his record remains one of faithfulness. Requiescat in pace.
Floresville Musical Club hosted an open house on December 16 featuring Miss Kathleen Canfield as the sole artist with Miss Jo Beth Canfield on violin. The event showcased piano, violin, and readings with festive red and green décor, elaborate decorations, and a reception, ending with guests served tea or coffee and cake.
Mrs HF Mien hosted a Christmas motif party at Desmufel home with a display of gifts and a plate lunch. Favors were miniature Christmas bells inscribed Neubauer Cordes December 15, 5. About 90 guests attended this delightful afternoon.
On Monday December 14 the Woman's Missionary Society met in a business session and elected officers for the new year. President Mrs Jno W Wiseman. Vice President Mrs J D Spruce. Recording Secretary and Supt Publicity Mrs Jno W Spruce. Cor Sec Mrs W C Stephenson. Treasurer Mrs H J Price.
A dark bay horse mule, 12 years old and 14 hands high, is missing. It has a split in its right ear. Notify Sheriff's office, Floresville or Ike Bruce, Stockdale. 12-18-2tpd.
Miss Gertrude Murray hosted the Blue Bonnet Bridge Club last Saturday. Five tables played with Mrs Eschenburg and Miss Hughes winning high club and guest prizes, each awarded quaint pottery jars. Low score went to Mrs J H McDaniel. A Mexican course and pottery favors complemented an afternoon of bridge, with attendees including Ms S Y Houston, Mrs A Eschenburg, Miss Anna Hughes, and guests from Alaska.
The post office states all Christmas and New Year greetings require a 2 cent stamp on cards and envelopes. In the past a 1 cent stamp was used, but postage has risen, so include a 2 cent stamp to avoid delays.
A grand New Year’s Ball will be given at the Camp Ranch Hall on Saturday night January 2 1926. Music will be furnished by Teltschik’s Orchestra. Everyone cordially invited.
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