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Newspaper
Winters Enterprise
Location
Winters, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1925
Page
3
A dramatic misread moment ends a tense baseball rally as a foul ball negates a potential game winning hit. The clean up batter misses the third strike and the home team loses by a narrow margin. The piece pivots to a public safety-style prompt urging readers to keep hits within bounds and support local growth.
The note urges early Christmas shopping and suggests labeling unused items from last year with the recipient’s name to ensure proper delivery next Christmas. The message emphasizes staying up to date and organized for holiday gifting.
A cheeky note ridicules a hair tonic advertised as premium yet found to be 96 percent kerosene with extra disguise material. The bottle claims to apply night and morning with scalp massage for an hour and a half, and the public enjoys the humorous homily.
Postmaster General warns of a potential one billion dollar shortfall in the postal service at the end of the new fiscal year amid ongoing economic strain and calls for reductions.
The text notes a rising deficit from postal rates that failed to meet revenue expectations. It criticizes Congress for poor rate forecasting while praising government aims to fund a nationwide postal service that speeds communication and aids knowledge dissemination.
Motor busses are expanding rapidly in the United States with about 1600 new routes added last year. They compete with rail lines and trolley feeders, linking towns and country. The trend aims to make remote areas easily accessible to travelers.
The statement from John D Rockefeller’s household says he is well and full of cheer and gratitude for the coming year. Doctors note that a positive mindset is linked to better health, implying the outlook enhances blessings yet to come.
The First Nation adaptation of the Beale Davis novel screens at the Queen Theatre Monday and Tuesday August 3 and 4. Earl Hudson directs with Ben Lyon and Anna Q Nilsson in lead roles delivering dramatic performances set in London society. Local critics praise the cast and production.
R I Collingsworth and visiting relatives from Wichita Falls left Wednesday for the Liano river on an outing.
Mr and Mrs Ray Deason announce the birth of a 12 pound daughter born last Sunday morning. Both mother and baby are doing nicely and the father is hoped to recover.
Ruth Patterson, daughter of Mr and Mrs J W Patterson, underwent an emergency operation last Friday night at the local hospital and, barring complications, is expected to be up and about soon. Leo Buckley of Holland Texas is visiting the Low family this week.
Mr and Mrs Payne Mills of Bell county visited Mr and Mrs G B Mills and reported conditions deplorable in their section with the drought continuing unabated.
Wm. L. Carlisle assistant cashier of the First National Bank will leave Saturday evening for a vacation with home folks in Waco Texas. He may attend the bail games and possibly try the new golf links to show his skill.
Gladys Williams, a former high school graduate, leaves Citizens National Bank of Abilene after two years to take the bookkeeper position at the First National Bank here. She brings prior banking experience and local roots to the role.
W. L. Bell left for Tulsa to visit his daughter and bring home Mrs. Bell who had preceded him. Friends report Mrs. Bell’s physical condition is not improved.
Dr. T. V. Jennings and family with Mrs. M. L. Patterson and J. D. Robertson returned Monday evening from a Colorado Springs vacation with several side trips. They report a most pleasant time.
Misses Willie and Arlys Carter returned Tuesday from a ten day visit to relatives and friends in the winter country.
A mature woman confronts aging and jealousy as she helps a young man rise socially only to watch him fall for a younger woman. Her vengeful plan escalates to a dramatic, smashing climax that reshapes the lives involved.
Mr and Mrs C E Jones of Winters were here Saturday.
Tom Wilson of Cross Plains visited Raymond Lloyd over Sunday. A L Smith and family of Winters visited J M Smith and relatives. Roy Pace returned from Winters where he vacationed. Mrs Cecil Cox and Cecil Jr returned from Winters after a week with her sister Cyril Shivers. Mr and Mrs Dave Harris visited from Winters with friends in Killeen and Nolanville.
Jimmie Cox Jr and Arel Shivers visit Winters to see relatives. Troy Carter and Leroy Seitz from Wingate come Tuesday for a relatives visit. Miss Josie Wilson returns Monday night from Winters after a week with Mrs Lewis Hoard.
Rev W L Hall pastor of Wingate Methodist church returns from Talpa where he assisted Rev J D Ramsey in a successful revival. Hall plans revival meetings at Oak Creek on the second Sunday in August and at Shep on the fourth Sunday of this month.
Ollie Bell McCown daughter of Mrs. S L McCown suffered a severe cut when her hand was caught in an electric clothes wringer. Six stitches were required and the wound is healing nicely.
Property advertise 354 acres eight miles east of Winters with 240 cultivated, seven room house, good barn, wind mill water supply, seven work horses five cows grain separator tractor and farm equipment. Credit line D S Moore. Kipling mocks printing press calling it a plague.
The coal issue sparks dispute with G. H. Mullins delivering a decisive stance. The debate centers on energy policy and industry impact as local leaders weigh Mullins position and potential consequences for prices and supply.
The collapse shows bystanders harmed by rapid wealth schemes. Investigations flag common investors as incidental victims in the downfall, highlighting risk and disruption across the market.
In a wry quip about seismic activity, the piece notes Californians hope earthquakes strike only remote desert areas, avoiding disruption to development and real estate interests.
Ford in Wall Street is added proof that he has the courage of his convictions and isn't afraid of wild animals.
People eager to spend the summer as neighbors of the President must pay for the privilege. The article notes a price for living near the chief executive and outlines the cost and access terms.
A reminiscence recalls a time when trains rarely collided with livestock and cows were among the few creatures unlucky enough to cross a rail line. The piece highlights gentler railway days and simple rural encounters.
A lighthearted note reminds readers that the cold season lingers for a few weeks more, inviting patience before grumbling about the chilly weather.
A practical note suggests August as a suitable time to purchase coal for the upcoming winter, highlighting early planning and potential savings. The statement treats August as an equally good month for securing fuel.
A lighthearted remark notes the sports page may brighten a paper before any crime news shows up. It frames sport coverage as a morale booster amid everyday headlines.
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