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Fredericksburg Standard

Location

Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1950

Page

13

Enlistment Prohibited After Reporting for Physical Exam

Austin Texas August 23 Brigadier General Paul L Wakefield states no enlistment after orders to report for induction. Regulation Local Board Memorandum No 11 confirms prohibition on active duty enlistment post notice for physical exam. Reserve unit joining remains possible with no impact on Selective Service status.

Austin Texas Selective Service Paul L. Wakefield Wakefield Selective Service National Headquarters National Military Establishment National Guard Army Air Force Navy Reserve Unt Department

Young Lovers Opens 87 Drive In Program Thursday

The Young Lovers starring Sally Forrest and Keefe Brasselle opens the 87 Drive-In Theatre Thursday night as the week’s first feature. Also on the schedule are A Kiss For Corliss with Shirley Temple and David Niven on Sunday and Monday, and Wyoming with William Elliott Vera Ralston and John Carroll on Tuesday and Wednesday detailing early Wyoming settlement and cattlemen rulership.

Sally Forrest Keefe Brasselle Shirley Temple David Niven Corliss Wyoming William Elliott Vera Ralston John Carroll

Rotarians View Texas Wildlife Film Series

Robert G Mauermann of the Texas Game, Fish and Oyster Commission spoke at the Rotary Club on wildlife conservation and department efforts. He noted about 20 films are available to schools and clubs, and that the color film Master Whitetail on the Texas whitetail deer, filmed locally, was shown. Participants included Rotarians Jim Peril Kerrville Pierce Hogget Kerrville Joe Jordan Brownsville Peril Watson Liberty and Adolf Heep guest.

Robert G. Mauermann Texas Game, Fish and Oyster Commission Rotary Club Mauermann Texas Kerrville Pierce Hogget Joe Jordan Brownsville Peril Watson Liberty Adolf Heep

Fredericksburg Fire Department Hosts Family Night

Fredericksburg Volunteer Fire Department and families enjoyed a barbecue and pool games at the fire station. Mr and Mrs Milton Dietz owners of the Faust Hotel New Braunfels visited with Mr and Mrs A J Meurer and Mr and Mrs Edmund Kraus on Sunday.

Fredericksburg Milton Dietz Faust Hotel New Braunfels A. J. Meurer Edmund Kraus

Gibson Greeting for a Sick Friend at Fredericksburg

A cheery Gibson greeting card note invites a sick friend to enjoy a new Gibson display at the Fredericksburg Publishing Co. The shop offers a complete selection of fine quality greeting cards.

Gibson Fredericksburg Publishing Co

Mrs. Gilmer Moved to San Antonio Hospital

Claud Gilmer and wife were injured in an auto wreck four miles south of Comfort on August 20. Mrs. Gilmer is hospitalized after fractures to the wrist and skull. Her husband was moved to San Antonio for treatment. Mrs. Griffin and her 9 month old son remain in Fredericksburg hospital with a concussion.

Claud Gilmer Texas House Comfort Baptist Memorial Hospital San Antonio Gilmer Willie Ellis Griffin Fredericksburg Griffin Son Bobo

Guests of Mrs Poehlmann Attend Theological Conference

Mrs. G A Poehlmann hosts guests this week Mrs Clarence Oestreich and three Corpus Christi children along with Mrs H C Poehlmann of Greenville while Pastors Poehlmann Oestreich and E C Poehlmann attend a theological conference at Buchanan Dam.

G. A. Poehlmann Clarence Oestreich Corpus Christi H. C. Poehlmann Greenvile Poehlmann Oestreich E. C. Poehlmann Buchanan Dam

George Washington Faces No Opponents in Two Presidencies

George Washington stood unchallenged in both of his presidential elections. He secured a unanimous reaffirmation from the electoral college as the nation’s first leader. His tenure established precedents and guided early U S government.

George Washington

Work To Start Soon On Post Oak Farm To Market Road

Readers learn that construction will begin soon on the new Post Oak Farm to Market road crossing the river into the Post Oak neighborhood. The entry fences are in place and locals note the area’s development as farmers prepare for the new route while community life continues with birthdays, school prep, and a newly organized Post Oak Community Club meeting at the schoolhouse.

Post Oak FM Post Oak Deske Dale Mauldin Weslaco Texas R. J. Mauldin John Smith Sandy Vella Mae Mauldin Irvin Althaus Levi Deike Fredericksburg Ella Mae Jung Fritz Deike Marvin Deike Emil Deike San Antonio Deike Mother Deike Clint Spiver Austin Pleasant Hill Richard Merz Chester Hartmann Emil Sultemeier R. R. Rech Scherry Alois Schaetter Alois Alo G. C. Walker Herman Deike Gilbert Schmidt Chester Moldenhauer John Journey

Revere Ware Promised for Meals that Make You Famous

PROBST HARDWARE INC advertises Revere Ware for fuel and nutrient savings with copper clad even heat. CENTRAL MOTOR CO promises repair service for any car model with guaranteed workmanship by experienced staff. Call today.

Revere Probst Hardware, Inc Central Motor CO

Navy civilian earns $5550 for constructive suggestion

A Navy civilian employee received a $5550 award after submitting a constructive suggestion. The item highlights recognition for an idea that improved processes within the department.

Navy

Fredericksburg National Bank Closure for Labor Day

The Fredericksburg National Bank will be closed on Monday September 4 1950 in observance of Labor Day.

Fredericksburg National Bank

Ottmers Reunion Slated Sunday at Klaerner's Park

The Ottmers descendants annual reunion will take place at Klaerner's Park near Fredericksburg on Sunday September 3. Services at 11:00 a.m. led by Rev KE A Sagabiel. An afternoon program is planned and barbecue will be sold on the grounds.

Gottfried and Wilhelmine Ottmers

Scotch gift wrapping tape at Fredericksburg Publishing Co

A short item notes Scotch gift wrapping tape available at the Fredericksburg Publishing Co Inc. The entry mentions the product in relation to the local business catalog.

Fredericksburg Publishing Co., Inc

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Pire Department S. S. Mauldin Kaiser's City Furniture Co G.I South Korea Ottmers H. Welge Lewis P. O Benjamin Franklin United States Pol Jriter Smith-Corona Falstaff Pimel Pelee Mee Mr For Orlow Faust
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