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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1950
Page
7
A Texas Safety Association plea urges drivers to slow for school zones and watch for children. It notes about 2,375,000 students begin nine months of schooling and warns that careless seconds cause fatal or disabling accidents, urging constant vigilance to keep kids safe on streets and highways.
As the dove season opens September 1 in the north zone, officials urge hunters to exercise common sense and gun safety. The piece notes hunting’s outdoor appeal and risks from careless firearm handling, urging all to practice proper gun safety and encourage others to do the same.
Chicago police warn car looting is an organized crime. victims share blame for losses as 700000 vehicles suffered $50 million in thefts in 1949. They advise placing valuables in trunks and note thieves use pry tools to access locked cars. officers can only do so much. Swiss guides on crossing dangerous spots underscore caution.
The 41st Gillespie County Fair drew attention despite heavy rains that flooded low bridges near town. Updates note jail escape by Vincenta Garcia and festival plans for Albert Lutheran Church’s 25th anniversary.
The Texas Economy Commission aims to cut state costs by researching all executive agencies to design an efficient reform program. Secretary John Ben Shepperd says Texans paid 164 million in 1939 and 443 million ten years later, with this year’s costs over 500 million. The TEC seeks 75 thousand dollars for its first year and will organize county branches to mobilize public support and economy in government.
The Standard lists candidates subject to the November 7 1950 election. County Judge contenders Henry Hirsch seeking re election and Victor H Sagebiel are named. For Sheriff Robert Bob Loth appears. Other posts include District Clerk E L Schmidt, County Treasurer Reinhold Tatsch, County Clerk Felix Scherer, and Tax Assessor-Collector Milton C Durst.
The TEC consists of six hundred Texas citizens appointed by Governor Allan Shivers to study the executive branch and deliver recommendations to the Legislature. It operates unofficially with no tax funding and relies entirely on member dues and private contributions.
Alex Frantzen director of the Holy Ghost Lutheran Church choir was surprised with a barbecue chicken supper at the home of Mr and Mrs Norman Dietel to celebrate his birthday. The Dominion of Canada was established in 1876.
Local ad extols Revere Ware quality with the trademark promise and urges buyers to sample pieces one at a time. The message targets housewives and directs readers to PROBST HARDWARE, Inc. for purchases.
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