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Newspaper
Winters Enterprise
Location
Winters, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1971
Page
8
A lively exchange centers on facial hair style as critics accuse rivals of flagging conservatism while others champion liberal stubble. The confrontation spots comments from several local figures amid a broader discussion of appearance in public life.
The Wingate Sew and Sew Club met at the Baptist Church for a Christmas party hosted by Leila Harter. Twenty members and a visitor attended as carols were sung and gifts exchanged. next meeting set for January 4 at the Methodist Church.
The Literary and Service Club held its annual Christmas party at the home of Rev. and Mrs. J. S. Tierce with Mrs. Tierce and Mrs. Au dra L. Mitchell as hostesses. Guest speaker Mrs. Dale Carter Missionary from Corrente Brazil spoke on Christmas Customs in Brazil.
Funeral services were held Monday at 2 p.m. in Moro Baptist Church for Mrs. Lillie Sain Butler 86 who died Tuesday in Monterey Park California after years of illness. Burial followed in Bluff Creek Cemetery. Survivors include seven sons, two daughters, twenty one grandchildren, thirty two great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.
A textile report argues cotton offers a more durable permanent dye finish than other fibers, highlighting its superior colorfastness and market appeal for fabrics and apparel.
A historical note states cotton seeds were planted first in Florida in 1556. The claim links early agricultural exchange to Spanish exploration and regional crop adoption.
A carbon filament in the first electrified light bulb was made from a charred strand of cotton. This early filament demonstrated the viability of a practical electric light and spurred advances in illumination technology.
A party plan kicks off with a promise of no hangovers at OUR house during New Year weekend as friends vow moderation. Social energy runs high with everyone heading to multiple parties across town.
A simple emergency fix uses a sheet of plastic as a temporary window cover in winter. Use a plastic drop cloth, keep an extra on hand, and have tacks or staples to fasten it securely.
Albert B. Hurt 76 died at Shady Oaks Nursing Home in Abilene at 4:30 p m Friday after a year long illness. Funeral 2:30 p m December 19 at Shep Methodist Church with Rev. David Black and Rev. Ted Bigham officiating. Burial in Shep Cemetery under Spill Funeral Home. Survivors include wife Vonne Mae Lawrence, son Norman Hurt of Nolan three daughters Mrs Franklin Northrup Abilene Mrs Tommy Franks Plano and Mrs Norman Patton Sundown three brothers Ike J W Hurt Shep and Howard Hurt Winters three sisters Miss Tinnie Hurt Shep Mrs Herbert Ballard Shep and Mrs Vada Dean Abilene thirteen grandchildren one great grandson. One son Albert was killed in World War II. Pallbearers named. A cotton plant note follows.
In the latest classified section readers note cottonseed as a key source for cooking fats and table fats. The excerpts highlight its prominence among pantry staples and agricultural products.
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