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Newspaper
Junction Eagle
Location
Junction, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1950
Page
4
In a formal notice Allen Gibson declares candidacy for Kimble County Precinct Four commissioner, seeking Democratic primary support July 22, 1950. He cites four years of precinct service and outlines plans for an active campaign. Ellene Robinson and Leslie Beasley feature in accompanying local notes.
The couple, both employed locally, share Junction High School roots. The bride works as a bookkeeper at T. J. Moore Lumber Yard while the groom is a PMA soil conservation contractor. He is a Schriener Institute alumnus and son of late pioneer ranchers Leslie Beasley and spouse.
Mr and Mrs E W Marlowe plan home life in Marfa after their December 18 marriage at Alpine s First Methodist Church. Rev Austin Dillon spoke the ring ceremony at 530 PM with Mrs Dillon playing wedding music. The bride Miss Veda McKay wore a beige faille with avocado accessories. The groom son of Mrs Iva Brown of McKinney Ken formerly of Kerrville is city clerk of Marfa.
The Hill Country Bowling League posts upcoming matches with teams Bruton and McLarty facing D. E. Class and Borden Co meeting Isaacks Cafe on Tuesday January 10. Silver Gables clash with Texas Joe Hatter while Dr Mc Laughlin's Slip Joints play Humble Service Station on Wednesday January 11. Friday January 13 features T J Moore Lumber Yard versus Borden Locker Plant and Stewarts Store against Walkers Garage. Monday January 9 has Piggly Wiggly versus City Grocery and Brutes Service Station versus Junction Service Station. Thursday January 12 lists City Cafe versus Health Institute.
The home of J M Bishop was the scene of a New Year’s Day family dinner. Three sons and a daughter attended along with extended family including W J Bishop, C Bishop, A Bishop, Arch Reynolds of Menard, Reuben Ackermann of San Antonio, Sue Bishop of Winters, and Myrtle and Ray Wood. a covered dish luncheon was served.
The Bear Creek Study Club holds its annual business meeting after the luncheon at Mrs. T. S. Jones’s home on Friday January 6 beginning 11 45 a m A nominating committee will present officer candidates for 1950 51 Mmes G R Kothmann Alfred Jannowsky and Rufus Couey served on the committee Native foods of far away will be discussed
Mrs. Howard Rothmann and Mrs. C. W. McCarroll will be program speakers with Mrs. Fleming Felps as leader. Reservations are to be made with Mrs. Jones.
J A Brewer announces for Commissioner of Precinct Three Kimble County Texas in the Democratic primaries. He pledges to serve the people to the best of his ability if elected.
Walter W. Leamons announces candidacy for Kimble County Judge subject to the Democratic Primary. He pledges fair impartial service if elected and asks for vote and support. The notice is signed by Mr and Mrs Charlie Bishop and children and mentions related holiday family greetings in Sonora.
Joe Everitt owner of Junction Western Auto Associate Store explains direct shipment from the Westline factory to customers lowers prices through economies in handling. The store guarantees satisfaction or money back on Westline and all catalog items. The Westline furniture catalog is on display and drawing steady customer orders.
On Sunday January 15 Capt. Jack-O-Diamonds and his Hollywood Daredevil Aces will perform at the airport. The stunt show lasts 120 minutes featuring car flames, flips and dangerous feats.
Western Auto Supply Company announces entry into the home furniture market with an initial catalog of several hundred items under the Westline trade name. The program uses a nationwide catalog order system via Western Auto’s 2,661 company owned and associate stores across 37 states from Canada to Key West, with 17 manufacturers supplying.
The season’s sentimentality slows transit but Howard Hughes era planes still arrive three to five times weekly. G. W. Walker flew to Winters last Wednesday and back Thursday. His clear mind and quick thinking mark him as a strong pilot. Looking back on the year, there has not been a single accident or scratch on any planes, a notable safety record for 35 students and staff, who vow to maintain safety in the new year despite Lindbergh chatter.
Baytown couple Ray Clapps announces the engagement of his daughter Dorothy to Harvey Miles of Mills Co. The wedding is set for January 14 1950 at the bride’s home in Baytown. The couple plans to live in Killeen where Miles works for Yellow Cab Co.
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