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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1916
Page
1
A fog tied collision west of Mentor Ohio involving New York Central trains No 86 and the Twenty Century Limited leaves many dead and dozens injured. The wreck blocks the line as rescuers work through darkness and debris amid a scene described as grim with farmers aiding victims.
A fog slowed a Twentieth Century Limited collision wrecking two train sections. Many victims are identified by names and addresses while officials confirm multiple severe injuries and unidentifiable bodies scattered through the debris. The second section struck the first at low speed, reducing casualties among passengers.
The bowels are the natural sewerage system of the body. When obstructed by constipation a part of the poisonous matter they should carry off is absorbed into the system, making you feel dull and stupid and interfering with digestion. This condition is quickly relieved by Chamberlain's Tablets. Obtainable everywhere.
The invitation asks Gov. Ferguson to visit Fredericksburg in early May to address Gillespie County residents. Local officials plan an elaborate program if the governor accepts and speaks on current political issues.
A Wednesday night meeting at the courthouse drew strong interest as residents discussed the water works project. Mr Bruns chaired and Prof. Bates acted as secretary while speakers including Judge Mour sand and several merchants spoke on incorporation. A joint committee will map the proposed limits and report at next Wednesday’s mass gathering. Heavy rain and hail were reported in the area with river levels rising, promising further impacts and potential value gains.
Werner F. Blanchard, son of Mr and Mrs C Blanchard, died at his parents home Monday at 4 AM from pneumonia. He was 12 years 1 month 23 days old. He had been ill only a few days and was a favorite among his associates. The funeral was held Tuesday morning with burial in the Catholic cemetery.
The piece notes springtime worsens rheumatic pains for many due to cold damp weather. It states relief comes from applying Chamberlain's Liment, available everywhere.
Eddie Kensing, a rancher on Spring Creek, visited Fredericksburg early this week. A pack of three wolves had troubled local sheepmen. the last female wolf was trapped by Otto Schild, a local trapper. The section is now believed wolf-free and stock are thriving with good prospects.
Bar gains for Monday April 3 highlight low prices and special offers from Juenke and Schoenewoll. The note emphasizes value and discount opportunities.
Mrs. Immanuel Glatzle suffered a badly scalded arm when a pan of boiling water overturned during an accident. Walter Durst received a broken arm trying to crank a auto after a party at Rosenbusch's hall in Doss last Saturday night.
Miss Cora Petmecky, a Honey Creek schoolteacher, escaped serious injury after a buggy shaft broke causing a runaway near the city. The horse bolted, the buggy overturned, and she received multiple bruises.
Mr Gustave Hopf suffered a severe hand injury while hauling when his hand was caught between a wagon wheel and a tree. The rough bark tore flesh from the back of his hand, hindering use for about a week.
A tip advises a light supper with little meat and no milk to ease indigestion that disrupts sleep. It recommends taking Chamberlain's Tablets immediately after supper to improve rest, noting the product is obtainable everywhere.
Max Winkel leaves Concho county after selling property and plans Fredericksburg as his new home. Mrs. J. D. Payne departs for San Antonio to visit friends for several days. William Engel Jr. of Luckenbach travels to San Antonio for business and pleasure. Rena Husband of Mason visits relatives with Miss Irma Heyland. Alfred Petseh of Fredericksburg, a noted young attorney, spends days in San Antonio on business returning home Thursday.
Is it safe to use for children The article notes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is free of opium or narcotics and can be given to children with confidence It is pleasant to take and is said to relieve coughs colds and croup Readily obtainable everywhere
The Bar rier Maier Co. building work progresses toward completion in a few weeks and aims to be one of the citys most modern business structures. Mr and Mrs C E Rogers arrived Monday by auto for a visit and fishing on the Llano river. Mr C H Wagner Jr made a trip to Boerne and sold 16 South Heights lots to Emil Liehtenberg. Fredericksburg real estate prospects look bright with population growth expected. Wagner reports an interesting trip amid talk of blowouts and blow ins.
Mr Louis Welge and sister Mrs A E Lewis and mother Mrs Hy Welge Sr visited Fredericksburg from near Lange's Mill Monday. Louis Schmidt of Rocky Hill aids Chris Mathiesen’s new two story six room house. Ad Gold, bank vice president, with daughter and Miss Arbelger traveled to San Antonio. Chas Roberts and J J Dent of Harper visited on business. Mrs Morris and Mrs Lund from San Antonio are visiting Mr and Mrs Chas Hotopp. Hides with hair fetch $2.00, buckskin $1.00. Ed Frantzen, Fredericksburg.
A notice requests a finder to notify the Standard office or R R Treadwell about a lost pair of red turkeys found by Fred.
A Sunday morning blaze engulfed the Country Club on New Braunfels Avenue near Mahnke Park in San Antonio. Six people including Judge J. K. Webb and James D. Walthall perished as firefighters fought the fast spreading wooden structure.
An old advertisement touts Dr Bell’s Pine Tar Honey as a cold and cough remedy. It claims rapid cough relief and throat soothing benefits for all ages and notes a 25 cent price at druggists with bottle formula shown.
On Saturday April 15 1916 at 10 oclock A M the company will sell at its freight depot in Fredericksburg Gillespie County Texas at public auction one barrel lubricating oil one half barrel lubricating oil one case grease. Property on which taxes due have not been paid. O J Larimer Superintendent.
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