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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1923
Page
6
The thirty seventh annual Gil lespie County Fair begins next week at the fairgrounds and runs three days. New exhibits show diverse industries while education in agriculture and local development remains the prime aim. Additional entertainment is planned for each day.
The piece notes President Coolidge will honor Harding policies while remaining open on new issues. It cites continued negotiations with Mexico and a cautious approach to recognition, predicting the new president will not innovate but will shape policy where needed. The Brownwood Bulletin item is praised for its favorable view of the nation's leadership.
The Bank of Fredericksburg records for July were examined and approved. Balances: Jury 4158.92, Road and Bridge 9229.48, Road Duty 2565.81, General 6383.07, Special Road Tax 4830.49, Highway 4191.49, Available 2565.89, Interest and Sinking 5851.50. A 10 cent tax on 100 dollar valuation was levied in School District No. 7. The Harper Telephone Co petition for a line along Fredericksburg Harp road was granted. Repaired courthouse chairs approved. Due to drought, added cattle movement inspector retained. Wm. Moecldenhauer appointed Patrolman Road Precinct 1-C, Highway No. 20 A, $100 monthly for four months starting Sept 1. Harry Heimann named Road Overseer Road Precinct 26. Patrolmen Knopp and Merz submitted July work reports. contractors submitted July estimate of 1970.99 for Court review.
An exchange notes Coolidge as the first President from Massachusetts to occupy the White House in 94 years and jokes that Texas hasn’t held the honor in over a million years as the speaker remains hopeful.
A short true tale from West Texas follows a woman who loses a purse with a large sum on the Mason road. A Fredericksburg youth finds it and returns the money, the same issue noting a lost diamond brooch. The finder delivers the gem to the owner without seeking reward, reflecting Gillespie County life.
The action approved the salaries of all county officers and the court, marking financial authorization for compensation.
Local retailer offers mohair and palm beach suits at less than factory cost to reduce summer stock. Sale aims to empty racks by season end.
An advertisement notes a free box of Cold Patches with every tire purchase at Stehling's Garage. It also promotes cotton scales canteens and water jugs from Kolmeier & Klier Co and mentions Klaerer's display with The Gump Family and Mr. and Mrs. Jiggs on August 24.
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