National VFW Officer Speaks on Universal Training
Wayne E. Richards, Senior Vice Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, told Frantzen-Ahrens Post members Friday morning that he supported universal training. The remarks framed a broader discussion of national veteran education and preparedness initiatives.
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VFW
Wayne E. Richards
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Frantzen- Ahrens
U. S
Nimitz Hotel
Richards
Arkansas City
Kansas
Juston Morrow
State of Texas Department
Gillespie County
Lorenz Bading
Nimitz
Raymond Wuest
Adolph Bernhard
Werner Moehr
el Paso
Texas
Congress
Korea
United States
Frantzen-Ahrens
Irmgard Nagel
Leroy Holdforth
Wayne Richards
Justin Marrow
Lorence Bading
Alois Ersch
Eisenhower Faces Tremendous Duty Before White House
The piece notes General Eisenhower's looming duties before taking the oath, including leadership in Europe and efforts to unite European nations against Communism. It highlights his fame for handling vast responsibilities and the political pressures of a national crisis. The article also covers VFW events in Texas with Commander Richards advocating universal military training and anti Communist measures.
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United States
Eisenhower
Europe
Russia
Germany
United Telephone gains city approval for rate hike
The United Telephone Company won City Commission approval Monday to raise rates in Fredericksburg after reporting a first half loss of 3016.21. The new charges include 6.00 monthly for business lines, 3.00 for residence lines, and 2.50 for two party service as the company seeks expansion and better service.
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Fredericksburg
United Telephone Company
Ee Company
Texas
W. C. White
White
Distinguished Service Nominees Sought by Jaycees
The Fredericksburg Junior Chamber of Commerce seeks nominees for the 1952 Distinguished Service Award. A committee will select a winner among local adults aged 21 to 35, based on achievement, leadership, and service to the community during the year.
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Fredericksburg
Fire Chiefs Warn of Christmas Fire Dangers
Fredericksburg Fire Marshal Eric Juenke and Fire Chief Max Schneider urge safety during the holidays. Fresh trees, water, avoid water additives, inspect light cords, keep tree away from curtains, and remove wrapping paper promptly to prevent fires. Overloaded circuits and temporary extensions require caution and professional wiring.
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Fredericksburg
Eric Juenke
Max Schneider
Messiah to be Presented as 22nd Lions Christmas Program
The Fredericksburg Lions Club presents the 22nd annual Community Christmas program Sunday at 7 30 p m in the Public School Auditorium Gymnasium. Dr Andrew Edington Schreiner Institute president delivers the Christmas message. The 100 voiced choir performs eleven Messiah numbers with soloists Miss Marjorie Ann Sauer and Mrs Lynette Keyser among others.
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Fredericksburg Lions Club
Andrew Edington
Schreiner Institute
J. J. Hildebrand
St. Mary's Catholic Church
Esther Klwr
Marjorie Ann Sauer
Lynette Keyser
Lester Keyser
Hildebrand
Edington
Wendel
Mrs. Klier
Zion
Esther Klier
Durst
Christmas Edition of Standard to Be Issued a Day Early
The Fredericksburg Standard will publish its Christmas edition a day early with mailings on Tuesday December 23 for Wednesday delivery. Correspondents and advertisers are asked to submit material by Monday morning. The Fredericksburg Publishing Co will be closed Thursday December 25 and Friday December 26.
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Fredericksburg
Standard
Fredericksburg Publishing Co
Gillespie County Joins Red Cross Blood Program
Gillespie County Red Cross Chapter approved to participate with the Regional Blood Center at Waco. A bloodmobile will be sent in February to collect donations. Also, Radio KNAF airs a six part transcription series on Blood with daily episodes starting December 17 at 1 45 pm and a special Blood for Defense broadcast on December 23.
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Gillespie County
Red Cross
Fred Mathisen
Waco
Hugh James
KNAF
Landsteiner
Krikorians Holiday Visit in Fredericksburg
Mr and Mrs A Krikorian of Holly Michigan spend Christmas and New Year holidays in Fredericksburg visiting relatives and friends. Mrs Krikorian is the former Julia Bierschwale daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Wm Bierschwale.
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A. Krikorian
Holly, Michigan
Fredericksburg
Krikorian
Julia Bierschwale
Wm. Bierschwale
Commissioners Agree to U S 290 Improvements
Gillespie County Court agrees to purchase right of way for 10.5 miles of U S 290 from Blumenthal to the Blanco county line. Road will follow state survey route to eliminate sharp curves and bridges, with fencing by the county and a 120 foot right of way. Estimated cost 435000, to be funded on 1954 55 program.
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Gillespie County Commissioners Court
Blumenthal
Blanco County
Stonewall
Highway Department
State Highway Department
Mason Highway
Cherry Sprine
Mason County
Fredericksburg Home Decoration Contest Judges to Inspect City
The Fredericksburg Junior Chamber of Commerce prize panel will tour the city on Friday night December 26 to judge home decorations in the annual contest and also review participating business firms in the commercial event. Top three home prizes of 5 00, 3 00 and 2 00 will be awarded. no entry is required but residents are asked to call local papers to ensure their homes are viewed.
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Fredericksburg
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