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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1917
Page
8
British forces in France report another advance in the Cambrai area. They pushed through the northwestern sector of Fontaine Notre Dame, which was captured earlier in the week and later retaken, and are said to have advanced toward the village’s central east west street. The item ends with a stray line about well drillers tools and pipe pulling tools.
A veterinary service will treat diseases of horses cattle hogs and other animals at R Maier and Son's Yard for the next 30 days. The notice emphasizes scientific treatment and animal care during this temporary location.
Members and friends of the M E Church South enjoyed a well arranged Thanksgiving program Thursday evening. The event showcased the Thanksgiving spirit with several features, and the entertainment was highly enjoyed by all present.
Reports from Petrograd say the Russian army on the northern front has had no bread for days and only two to three days of army biscuit remain. Army delegates reportedly urged withdrawal to avert a broader rout and excesses. At Dvinsk, deliveries fall from a hoped hundred trainloads of food to only twenty.
Toledo police announce the capture of six bandits who held up the Huebner Brewery Company bookkeeper and fled with $37,000. All stolen money recovered. A 20 year old woman Wanda Urbatis, a telephone girl at the plant, is under arrest.
Lufkin Texas November 26. Three bridges on the Cotton Belt Railway burned in recent days. A long Angelina River bridge was set on fire in two spots near both ends with damage up to 100 feet. Sheriff Evans and a State Ranger arrested a suspected arsonist near the bridge. Initial name given as J Hanks of Memphis later Hoffman from Louisiana. Traffic disruption feared the fire bug may be captured soon.
A brewery office incident lists a brother as one of the alleged bandits under arrest, with officials detailing charges and custody status as the case unfolds.
Chicago November 27 plans for nonpartisan campaigns were discussed by Democratic National Committeemen and twelve Midwestern State chairmen to quell antiwar sentiment. Fred B. Lynch of Minnesota was elected conference chairman. He urged immediate nonpartisan coalitions in districts and states at risk of anti-American socialist coalitions that could defeat administration war policies in 1918.
Funeral services were held for Private Jacob F. Tompkins 22, Private Hugo Sons 25, and Private Edward Cumings of the 860th Infantry at Fort Sam Houston. Chaplain Reeves officiated as a military convoy escorted the caskets through East Houston Street to the Katy station for shipment to Llano Cat Springs and Lampasas for burial. The parade featured an infantry band and about fifty soldiers.
All pattern and trimmed hats and misses and childrens hats at reduced prices as part of November Money Saving Sale. Large selection still available. Come and see them at Bulrier-Mairer Co.
A London report states 58 crew members on the American steamship Actaeon, 26 Americans and five naturalized Americans, were aboard when sunk off the European coast. Twenty one survivors reached Port Camarinas, Spain, while the rest were missing. The ship, under U S Shipping Board control, had left New York in October with government supplies for Bordeaux. Commander W. A. John led the vessel on the return voyage.
Luis Gonzaba, 31, died after a car with a license applied for sign struck him near Berg's Mill before fleeing. Sheriff forces deployed full strength to trace occupants of a mysterious big black car believed responsible. The fatal early Tuesday incident caused skull fracture and immediate death from brain concussion.
Washington dispatch reports the labor department and the presidents mediation commission averted a longshoremen strike on the Pacific coast and a Florida Georgia shipyard walkout. Wage scales posted and settlements framed. mercury poisoning case in Washington Pa follows with a high school boy on trial for murder of his infant son.
Washington reports the Sausage Suit for men reappears as civilian dress must lose thirty to forty percent of wool under an agreement among wool manufacturers war industries board and tailors to conserve cloth. The new war style favors narrow silhouettes with tight trousers and lapels, minimal pockets and buttonholes. Fat men face suspicion of lax patriotism as economy dictates slimmer coats and waistcoats may vanish while ties evolve.
Notice bans hunting and camping on designated lands in Gillespie and Mason Counties. Names listed include H Keyser A R Evers Henry Kothe Emil Kordzik Geistweidt Bros.
From December 1, 1917 to April 1, 1918 drug stores will close on Sundays after noon at 1 PM. Central Drug Co. F. Hanisch Keidel and Kallenberg endorse the change. Endorsed by Dr. Victor Keidel Dr. A. B. Williamson and Dr. J. E. Peden.
For pipes pipe fittings and plumbing fixtures of all kinds call on the noted supply source. The notice directs customers to request a full range of fittings and fixtures from the supplier.
The ad touts children's school shoes from $1.98 and general footwear from $148 during a November clearance event.
I wish to announce to the public that my new shop is finished and equipped. I am prepared to repair automobiles, farm machinery and perform general blacksmith work. I specialize in plumbing work and guarantee satisfaction. Prompt and efficient service available.
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