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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1924
Page
4
Voter notice states the author withdraws from the commissioner race in Precinct No 1. The writer cites competition from Ad Gerhard and asserts Gerhard would be a suitable commissioner with public support and cooperation when opportunities arise.
In near perfect weather the 88th Gillespie County Fair opened at 9 o clock and will run until midnight Sunday August 24th. President Schneider praised cooperation from farmers and the Chamber of Commerce as witnesses to three days of entertainment.
A Fredericksburg editorial urges residents to buy local goods and support neighbors' jobs, while praising Austin Fredericksburg ties. It notes the new highway will shorten travel time, boost trade, and hint at a future railroad, urging Austin merchants to seize the linked opportunity and push regional commerce.
A campaign waged along thoughtful lines appealing to reason and judgment of the people is the kind that should have weighty influence among the masses.
Mrs Willie Raulz nee Arhelger died Aug 18 at home near Stonewall Gillespie County. Burial at Fredericksburg cemetery, Rev H Holly officiated. She was 30 years 21 days. Survived by husband and four children. Emma and Estella Schmidt plan to open a millinery store in Schwarz building by Sept 1 after fresh stock from Eastern market. Various locals travel, a near-accident incident near Neffendorf Cannery reported. Automobile traffic to increase during fair weekend. cows and horses to be penned.
An advertisement from The J. R. Watkins Company invites individuals to start their own Watkins Products business in Fredericksburg. No sales experience required and profitable product lines are emphasized. Write for free information from Dept. 62 Memphis Tennessee. $1
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