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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1934
Page
1
The week shows mutual savings bank deposits at a national peak with 13 686 947 depositors and near ten billion dollars in total deposits. Steel production falls 5.7 percent while the auto industry signals stronger consumer spending and a hopeful outlook as employment and activity wane setback.
The passage notes a recent singing by Hitler and Mussolini in Venice and calls it the shortest great love song in history. It discusses a rift among dictators, France and Italy drawing closer, and says Dollfuss's murder ends a budding friendship, risking Germany’s isolation.
The actress died at sixty two after a long struggle, teaching that success rests on brains and courage. Once rejected by Ziegfeld for aging looks, she persisted for fourteen years, lost savings, yet remained brave and achieved great fame in moving pictures without cosmetic help.
The Bible phrase about to him that hath shall be given is recalled as Rockefeller Center in New York moves toward self support with 80 percent of space rented. The large building project is described as out of the red and nearly meeting its rent targets. Continued on page 2, Col 3.
On the Tannenberg knoll in East Prussia the body of Field Marshal Paul Von Hindenburg is entombed in a war memorial as crowds and the German people pay final rites. Reichsfuehrer Adolf Hitler delivers a funeral oration praising the long life spanning empire and war.
The Young Democratic Club of Gillespie County met last Thursday night August 2 in the courthouse. Miss Agnes Sagebiel spoke on powers and duties of the Governor and Lieutenant Governor. Lee Reifel discussed The Party System In The States. The club planned a late August meeting and invited visitors while requiring formal applications and dues for new members.
The final play night of the summer takes place at Courthouse Park on Friday evening August 17 at 7 30. Refreshments will defray expenses and everyone is invited to attend.
Miss Mae Striegler, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs F C Striegler, married Landis Wier of Blanco at her parents home in Rocky Hill. Rev J L Clark of Johnson City officiated in front of relatives and friends. The couple will live on the J Chapman Ranch in Blanco County. Best wishes were extended for a happy married life.
Aug 6 Brady three year old Milton Lee Irish died after firing a rifle he found while playing at a neighbor's home. His five year old sister Treva and two playmates Ellen Fay and Nadine Everheart witnessed the accident. Parents were away at the time.
The Schaetter family opens a new funeral home at the corner of San Antonio and 10th streets replacing the old facility. The Spanish styled stucco brick building features a 75 by 81 foot footprint on a 200 by 159 foot lot with future parking and landscaping plans. The opening is scheduled for August 18 and 19 with a large gallery and reception room displaying a photograph of founder Henry Schaetter.
A. A. Davis of Doss Texas died at his daughter and son in law Hugo E Crenwelge home Tuesday at 1 15 AM aged 58 years 25 days The body was moved to Adamsville Texas for interment at 4 PM Elder Jasper Chambers led services He was born in Hamilton Texas July 6 1876 son of Martin and Mrs Davis both deceased He married Sadie Elizabeth West August 28 1901 and survived by four daughters Ruth Elridge Davis Mrs Hugo E Crenwelge of Fredericksburg and Mrs W Jennings of Lometa a grandson six brothers and one sister with many relatives.
Paul Pfiester and Dora Kott were married in Kerrville Texas by the Kerr County County Judge on a Thursday morning last week. The groom is the son of Alfred Pfiester and the bride the daughter of Earl Kott. After a wedding trip to Laredo and Corpus Christi they reside in Fredericksburg where the groom works for Advance Motor Co.
The funeral for Mrs. Emma Schiadoer, 69, was held at Comfort Cemetery Sunday afternoon. She is survived by husband Charles Schiadoer, daughter Erna Meckel, son Henry Schiadoer, three sisters in New Braunfels and Bandera, and three brothers in San Antonio.
One hundred thirty first Field Artillery from Lubbock suffered serious injuries when their truck overturned near Fredericksburg at 7 30 am en route to Palacios for the Thirty sixth division Texas national guard encampment. Six others received first aid for bruises cuts and contusions. The gun towing truck was overturned by centrifugal force as it rounded a curve. Continued on page 2 Col 5.
In today’s Standard Emil Dietrich announces for Tax Assessor and Collector. He is 42, born in the county and seeks voter support in November promising honesty courtesy and efficiency. Benno Kramer announces for County Treasurer. A lifelong resident and well known, he asks voters’ support in November promising faithful and efficient service.
Fred Oehler and Esther Schmidt were married August 7 at the First Methodist Church with Rev. R. Gammenthaler officiating. Attendants were Pearl Schmidt and Alton McDougall. The couple plans a wedding trip to New Mexico and Carlsbad Caverns then reside in the Meusebach Community where he teaches.
William S. Vare a 66 year old Philadelphia political leader died suddenly at his summer home in Atlantic City after years of ill health and paralysis. Funeral details were not listed. he is survived by his widow Ida Morris Ware and two daughters Mrs. William F Kipp and Mrs. John J. Shaw.
Giant Phillip Klaerner held Kerrville to a single hit and struck out 15 as the Giants completed the Mountain League schedule with a 15 1 record and prepared for a three game playoff against the Boerne White Sox.
Walter Sr. respected farmer and stockman from Crab Apple died at his youngest son Charles Walter’s home on Thursday August 2 at 1 40 PM Funeral services were held at Beckmanns Funeral Home with Bethany Male Choir at the grave He was born July 23 1854 at Fredericksburg and spent his youth there He married Ernie Itz in 1876 they had eight children Two daughters died earlier He married Louise Frusche in 1902 she died in 1930 Surviving are four sons Willie Louis Albert and Charles Walter two daughters Mrs Arthur Sagebiel and Mrs L D Billnitzer a sister Mrs Henry Bratherich 34 grandchildren one great grandchild and numerous relatives He was 60 years and 9 days old.
Wesley Thiele son of Mr and Mrs Henry Thiele of Harper died Thursday morning at Secor Sanitarium Kerrville. The body was taken to Beckmann Funeral Home Fredericksburg. No funeral arrangements had been made by press time.
Edwin Schlather 52 of Bulverde died at his home Thursday. Survived by widow Amanda. two sons Benno Bulverde and Marvin J. Schlather Georgetown. two daughters Mrs Alfred Friesenhahn Bulverde and Mrs Bruno Voges Van Raab. brother Alfred Bulverde. sisters Pauline Schlather and Mrs R M Schneider. father John A. Schlather Bulverde. Funeral services held Friday.
Miss Peggy Lou Welershausen comes home after a two week visit with her aunt Mrs A M Moellering in Austin.
The 42nd Schuetzenfest at Baron's Creek, under Scharfschuetzen Verein, drew large crowds with 84 sportsmen. Gus Rusche and Edwin Moellering tied for high honors in round one at 90, Rusche 92 in the tie, Moellering 89. Scharf schuetzen won the team shoot with 494, followed by Baxson's Creek, Hubertus, Bear Creek, Grapetown, and Tivydale. Business session elected Louis Kordkik president and others for the year.
Mrs August Doell nee Johanna Beckmann died August 1 1934 at age 55. Funeral conducted Friday August 3 at the family residence with Rev Haag Bethany Lutheran Church officiating. Interment in private cemetery. Survived by husband August Doell daughter Mrs Udo Braeutigam foster daughter Ernestine Doell five brothers five sisters and numerous relatives.
Arthur W. Kothmann and Dora Hohmann wed at First Methodist church on August 8 at 4 p m Rev Richard Gammenthaler officiated. Attendants were E Kolmeier. After a honeymoon they will live on the Elgin Kothmann ranch in Mason County. Best wishes.
Brownwood Texas reports the death of C. S. Womack age 47 from rabies after a cat bite three weeks earlier. He had previously been bitten by a rabid dog three years ago and received Pasteur treatment with no ill effects.
The annual Jordan Reunion will be held August 15 at the Dr. Jordan picnic grounds on the Llano river. The program starts at 9 30 a m. About 200 to 250 relatives are expected, with elder members among the state pioneers. A picnic dinner will be spread on the grounds.
Mr. Edward Berg and family of San Antonio visited the area for a weekend gathering with relatives, sharing time and hospitality with local kin.
Fifteen Gillespie County cattle producers have received checks for cattle sold to the Secretary of Agriculture by Monday August 6. Payments cover the full sale amount. Delays occurred due to absence of the county agent and a shortage of appraisal sheets.
The 12th Annual Community Fair at Doss is set for Saturday August 18 with the 4th annual Stonewall fair on Sunday August 19. Splendid programs have been arranged and residents are urged to attend as announced in the Standard.
Governor Miriam A. Ferguson announced an extraordinary session to begin August 27 to authorize more state bonds to relieve unemployment. A prior September 10 date was moved up after talks with a delegation of mayors and county judges. The state has $9.5 million of the $20 million cap remaining and will not open other bills until relief needs are met. Senator Tom Connally will consult with local officials on the emergency. Miss Elizabeth Jung is visiting relatives in San Antonio.
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