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Newspaper
Floresville Chronicle Journal
Location
Floresville, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1925
Page
4
A fragmentary 1925 note describes Henry Edwards and others planning a Tyler reception for visiting veterans. It hints at secrecy, staging a grand hospitality display, and countering unwelcome scrutiny with planned entertainments and political posturing. The text references locals, rivals, and wary press.
A big dance is planned at the Imp Ranch Hall tomorrow night Saturday June 6 with music by Teltschik's Orchestra. Everyone is cordially invited to attend this seasonal event at the venue.
The text presents a 19th century style manifesto on authentic manhood and reverence for women. It contrasts real men who seek honest work, loyalty, and restraint with praise of women's moral influence and enduring love as civilization’s guiding force, citing anonymous editor-found lines and Robert Ingersoll quoted praise of woman.
Capt Frank L Hamer the dean of the Texas Rangers and oldest in service has resigned. Adjutant General Mark McGee announced three new Rangers captains W M Ryan D D Lindsy and J M Fox from Corpus Christi Laredo and Marathor respectively. Hamer W Wright and Jerry Gray depart. Reappointments and transfers follow with Captain R W Aldrich Tom R Hickman and Roy C Nichols taking new posts. Force trimmed to 30 Rangers effective now with Hamer’s exit marking a long era end.
The new automobile headlight law will not take effect until June 18. The approved device list will be released about that date by Reed Granberry of the University of Texas bureau testing options. He warns against purchasing devices claimed as approved prior to official listing.
Judge Tom Morris, legislator from Karnes and Wilson counties, writes to FP N Porter in the Jourdanton News Monitor praising two articles about the destruction of his home. He recalls the loss of his library and treasures, thanks readers for sympathy, and cites friends like Sam Fore and the Chronicle-Journal.
The Wednesday Art Club enjoyed a porch party hosted by Mrs. W. C. Murray Jr with help from her sister Miss Annie Lee Green of Cuero. Guests enjoyed iced punch and sandwiches, a crossword puzzle won by Mrs. Horace Ridout for a correspondence case, and consolation prize pig bank. Attendees included Mrs. J. I. Sheehy and many others.
The Floresville Musical Club hosted a June 2 dinner at the White House Cafe to honor Miss Katherine Mitchell for her leadership. About thirty ladies attended, with a central toast and program featuring speeches, songs, and a bouquet presentation, plus a formal dinner menu and tributes from club members and guests.
Work started this week on a spacious new dance hall at Three Oaks near Fritz Hassimann place. Charlie Apts leads a large crew to rush completion. The hall will be larger than the old one and include added conveniences. A dedication dance may be held after opening, with attendance from the San Marcos summer group. The Ballard Building remodels after fire, a new roof and floor to be installed, ready in weeks.
San Benito Texas June 3 Cotton in the Lower Valley is flourishing after heavy showers with over two inches recorded in Brownsville and San Benito. Rain was needed in dry land areas and the rainfall was not prolonged enough to damage the crop. Steady rain aids boll weevil protection and increases his activity.
Ford Motor Company launches a comprehensive used car guarantee at all authorized Ford dealers. The program promises satisfactory mechanical operation and year round performance for the least money, appealing to buyers who seek value without new-car costs. The campaign brands Ford cars as dependable and economical. LORESVILLE MOTOR COMPANY
Mr. D. R. Creech of Falls City and Miss Elizabeth Rossie near Floresville wed Thursday night March 28 at 9 30 p m in a small ceremony at the Baptist Church. Rev H H Chaffee officiated in the presence of a few intimate friends. The bride is of Mr and Mrs L E Rossie on a Floresville farm and the groom is the son of the late R R Creech. The Chroncile Journal extends congratulations.
A big dance will be held at Froshinn Hall near Hobson next Sunday night June 7 with Teltschik's Orchestra providing music. Everyone is invited. Moody leaves Tuesday night for San Antonio to visit family and attend Brackenridge School commencement exercises where his oldest son Moody is among those attending.
Abb Martin Rose died in San Antonio early Tuesday night. His body arrived in Del Rio Wednesday morning and the funeral was held at 5 PM at the residence, largely attended. Rev. W. N. Carl of the Methodist church conducted services. Rose was a cousin of Mrs. I. B. Seale of Floresville.
J. P. Houston, recently attending a dental college in Kansas City, arrived home this week and will spend most of the summer with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. W. Houston. Messages from Dr. J. W. Oxford and his family, touring with the Shriners through California, the northwest and Canada, report a great trip.
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