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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1973
Page
6
Benbow Furniture at 519 Lott in Yoakum offers new suites appliances lamps carpets and rugs with delivery and installation. The store emphasizes nationally advertised lines and easy terms, claiming customer satisfaction at minimum prices and reliable service to a growing clientele. The piece endorses Benbow Furniture in the 1973 Review.
G Hermann Furniture Company at 614 Lott in Yoakum invites inspection of new suites appliances lamps carpets and rugs. The progressive store promises maximum customer satisfaction at low prices with easy terms. It has served the area reliably and offers goods from established home furnishing makers.
The Yoakum Memorial Nursing Home in Yoakum offers 24 hour licensed nursing care and around the clock physician and pharmacist availability. It emphasizes a relaxed atmosphere for seniors and life enhancement through controlled diets and sanitary facilities.
Located at 302 Front in Yoakum, Drive In Cleaners provides odorless, well pressed garments using the latest processes. They handle all classes of dry cleaning for ladies and men, with careful work on delicate fabrics and expert shirt service. The 1973 Review notes drapery cleaning and commendation for this cleaner.
The Southern Memorial Co. at 120 West Street Yoa kum offers a complete stock of high grade monuments. They provide comprehensive information and personal service by phone or in person and boast wide local trust and modern pricing.
Delta Armature Works in Yoakum at 406 Forrest, phone 293-2213, offers complete electric motor service including rewinding, repairing, and rebuilding. Serving since 1930, they are Baldor Motors dealers and operate with experienced staff and quality materials. For after hours, call 293-5479.
Security Finance Corp at 317 Lott Yoakum offers confidential courteous fast service with small loans for any worthwhile purpose. Call to have your loan ready when you visit their office. They serve the community faithfully and invite your business.
Miss Alice Machart, bride-elect of Marvin Machacek, was honored with a miscellaneous bridal shower Sunday May 20 1973 at Shiner Hermann Sons Hall. About seventy guests attended from 2 to 4 pm, greeted by hostesses and family including Mrs. Dennis Machart and Mrs. B J Machart.
Emerson Feed Company at 702 Lott Yoakum offers Purina feeds, seeds, hardware, fertilizers, veterinary and farm supplies. The editors commend their modern service, low prices, and courteous handling as an authority on feeds in the 1973 Review.
Miss Margaret Machart received gifts at a bridal shower recorded by Mrs. Charles Machacek. A beige lace cloth refreshment table with blue undertones held a floral centerpiece and blue tapers. The cake carried Best Wishes Alice and Marvin. punch and strawberry cake were served alongside chicken salad sandwiches and snacks. Hostesses Edwin Werner and others assisted, presenting a partial pecan dinette set and a floral arrangement to the bride-elect.
A 1973 Review feature praises Yoakum Federal Savings & Loan Assn at 601 Lott in Yoakum as an equal housing lender. It urges residents to start a savings account with small amounts and save regularly, highlighting community service and friendly guidance.
The Western Auto Associate Store at 516 Lott Yoakum offers household goods and auto parts including rear view mirrors batteries tires seat covers and more. Shoppers find home appliances stereos and color TVs with budget terms and friendly service plus a prompt to ask for the latest Western Auto catalog.
The Montgomery Ward Sales Agency at 316 W Grand Yoakum promotes a wide catalog of goods. It highlights ladies and men’s wear, children’s clothing, appliances, furniture, and home décor with low prices and phone ordering at 293-3582. The 1973 issue endorses the store to readers.
The 1973 Review highlights Sheckles Machine Works at 909 Yoakum Yoakum offering steel fabrication welding and portable welding services. It notes their expertise in replacing obsolete machine parts for agricultural road and pumping equipment and their willingness to assist on site.
The Yoakum Fashion Shop at 211 West Grand, Yoakum, phone 293-2531, offers a fine line of ladies ready to wear with quality material and expert workmanship. The shop stocks dresses and lingerie with proper fitting and urges readers to visit for reliable ladies clothing.
Auto parts prices are high so save money by shopping at Bob's Auto Parts one mile from Yoakum. They stock a full line of used engines generators alternators and transmissions and will not sell worn parts without informing buyers. Remember the name Bob's Auto Parts.
Stevens Nursing Home Inc located at 205 Walter Yoakum offers a fully equipped convalescent hospital with trained staff. The home emphasizes safety, nourishment, cleanliness, and comfort with access for Welfare, V A and a skilled care division. Inspect anytime with doors open and nondiscrimination.
The Cervenka Drive-In Grocery on Highway 77 A offers a wide variety of name brand items plus drugs beverages ice picnic supplies fishing tackle and licenses. It touts free parking quick checkout and friendly service to serve area residents morning noon and night.
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., Service Store at 209 West Gonzales Yoakum offers Goodyear tires for cars trucks and heavy equipment. They provide courteous service and back their products, with truck and tractor tires for all makes. Editors of this 1973 Review highly recommend their tire needs.
Yoakum based J Lee Fawcett Lumber Co at 408 W Grand offers lumber building materials and Negley Paint Products with immediate delivery. The firm emphasizes low prices full stock and a service department that estimates material costs for customer plans.
South Texas Beef Industries on Rt. 2 in Yoakum offers high grade feed and expert livestock care. They promise rapid weight gain, disease checks, vaccinations, and access to buyers nationwide. The firm commends its honest fair service and low cost per pound gained.
Community note recommends Winters Recreation Club at 409 Irvine Yoakum for domino games and drinks. The club emphasizes friendly patrons and a safe, welcoming environment with well liked management.
Stevens Plumbing And Repair at 510 Cecelia Yoakum offers plumbing and heating installation for commercial and residential work. They promise prompt attention at fair prices, courteous staff, and up to date equipment with a phone number 293 5171 for immediate service. The 1973 Review suggests they are highly competent.
Carrol Orr of 1109 Nelson in Yoa kum offers contracting for commercial residential and remodeling projects. Call 293-2119 for a free estimate and ensure work meets specifications before starting. He emphasizes quality over low bids and claims a strong local reputation.
Elo's Grocery & Market at 614 Irvine Yoakum offers a modern, one stop shop for groceries and household items. The store features fresh vegetables and fruits, a full canned goods stock, and a butcher area with custom cuts, with low prices highlighted by the editors.
Yoakum Processing Co on Jackson St in Yoakum offers free removal of dead horses, cows, and hogs with no obligation. They come to farms or homes, known for reliable, efficient service and quick response, praised by the community.
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