Leadership and relinquishment of power through history
The piece argues that true leadership is shown by voluntary transfer of power to others. It cites George Washington and Miguel Alemán Cardenas as examples, contrasts with Franklin Roosevelt’s potential third term, and notes Luckenbach's immigrant community language history as a closing vignette.
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United States
George Washington
Washington
Western Hemisphere
Cardenas
Mexico
Franklin Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Signs Approving City Water Supply Erected
State Highway Maintenance crews raised 21 by 32 inch signs on six highways into Fredericksburg approving the city water supply. The message reads Public Water Supply Approved State Health Department. Signs went up on the Austin Comfort Kerrville Harpers Mason and Llano routes. Fredericksburg’s water system is the sole municipal supply within ten counties approved by the department.
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Fredericksburg
State Health Department
Austin
Comfort
Kerrville
Harper
Mason
Llano
Final Rites Held Saturday For Mrs. L. A. Tainter
Mrs. L A Tainter died Wednesday morning in a San Antonio hospital at 4 a m after coming to Fredericksburg 45 years ago with her husband the late Dr L K Tainter She gave much to Fredericksburgs needy distributing Christmas packages and supporting all forms of charity She once led government relief for United Charities in the county and contributed to the Red Cross Roll Call continued on page 2 Col 2
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San Antonio
Freedricksburg
L. A. Tainter
Tainter
Fredericksburg
L. K. Tainter
Tainteer
United Charities
Red Cross
City Starts WPA Paving and Curb Work Next Week
Mayor Edward Krauskopf announced a WPA project to pave Fredericksburg streets and build curbs and sidewalks. The city will receive 16 763 dollars from the federal government and match 12 343 dollars locally, with trucks graders and tools provided by the city. Between 24 and 30 workers are expected, and 96 000 feet of curbing plus sidewalks will be built within the corporate limits.
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Edward Krauskopf
WPA
Fredericksburg
Krauskopf
Unkiss
Youth Injured When Struck By Car
Kermit Koch seven year old son of Mr and Mrs Emil Koch was struck by a car while crossing near North Adams Street creek bridge on the noon hour He was treated for a severe head gash and cuts and bruises to his legs at a local hospital and sent home to recover afterwards The car was operated by Hugo Basse
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Kermit
Emil Koch
North Adams Street Creek
Hugo Basse
Finland Fights for Independence Amid War Turmoil
Reports note 16 Russian planes downed as Finland defends against invasion attempts. Helsinki bombed heavily while Russia reportedly occupies some villages after a breached defense line. U S aid talks consider lending Finland funds as observers worry about Balkan and Romanian moves.
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Finland
Russia
Wew
Union
Helsinki
Europe
Rumania
Balkans
U.S
Roosevelt
U. S
State Liquor Board Rules Sale Of Beer Legal In Harper
A citizen’s application to open a liquor store in Harper led to a review of Gillespie County local option elections. The Liquor Control Board ruled that beer sale is legal in Harper Precinct 6, based on historic votes from 1911 to 1935 and subsequent county-wide decisions.
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State Liquor Board
Harper
Gillespie County
C. L. Schuch
Liquor Control Board
Board
Joe Sharp
Precinct 6
State Board
Schuch
Social Security Monthly Benefits Explained by Official
Zola Avery of the Austin Social Security Board spoke to local business groups on the shift from lump sum to monthly Old-Age and Survivors Insurance benefits starting 1940. Eligible retirees must have reached 65, retired from covered work, and earned at least 50 dollars in each of six quarters since 1936.
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Zola Avery
Austin Social Security Board
Credit Bureau
Chamber of Commerce
Avery
Felix Sterling
Congress
Hillbillies Clash With Taylor Ducks For Bi District Title
A bi district football title showdown unfolds Friday at 2 pm in Taylor as Hillbillies meet the Ducks on their home field. The Hillbillies boast nine straight wins and a slight scoring edge, while Taylor Ducks have 218 points to 78 against with two losses this season. Odor of danger hangs after a 3:10 am armed robbery in Fredericksburg, as a thief stole from Gun Set Service Station and fled after grabbing cash and a pistol. Sheriff Klaserner investigates with local authorities, aided by a route worker from Evers Dairy.
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Fredericksburg
Francis Heep
Gunset
Alois Erch
Alex Seipp
Ersch
Evers Dairy
Klaserner
Hillbillies
Taylor Ducks
Texas
Ducks
Billies
Mart
McGregor
Hunter’s misfortune stacks after eight point buck shot
Felix Lewis of George West Texas killed an eight point buck 45 miles north of here. On return from San Antonio he was fined $46 for a late day shot at a deer. A series of events followed including theft of his deer and car, loss of his rifle, and the thief using his car to chase another deer, ending with Lewis stranded.
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Felix Lewis
George West
Texas
Here
San Antonio
Lewis
San Antonio Express
Fredericksburg
Comfort
Gainesville Community Circus Parade Prepares Santa Welcome
The Gainesville Community Circus unit, the Christmas Parade Unit, will roll through Fredericksburg Saturday December 9 at 2 p m. Merchants expect large crowds as Santa Claus greets local children and parents from Gil lespie County in a gala parade color riot.
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Santa Claus
Frederickburg
Gainesville
St. Nick
Gillespie County
Fredericksburg
Toy Drive at Palace Theatre Gates After Santa Parade
After the Santa Claus Day Parade the Palace Theatre opens its doors to admit any child who brings an old toy. Citizens are urged to donate to bring joy to a less fortunate child this Christmas season.
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Palace Theatre
Frederickburg Prep For Park A Lieutenant Parade
Frederickburg readies three weeks before a scheduled home appearance with elaborate parade plans. The procession begins at Peters Hall on West Main Street at 2 p m and proceeds along a route to Kraus Corner and the Nimitz Hotel before returning to Peters for disbanding. The American Legion Boy Scout Troop Color Guard leads the march.
Committee To Be Appointed To Aid In Census Taking
Fredericksburg moves to form a General Citizens’ Committee to ensure a full and accurate 1940 census report. Mayor Edward Krauskopf announced the plan following a Commerce Department letter urging civic leaders to mobilize for thorough population and economic data.
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Fredericksburg
Edward Krauskopf
Krauskopf
Secretary of Commerce
Harry L Hopkins
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