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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1945
Page
1
The Fredericksburg Public School closed on Friday due to rising flu cases, delaying the Christmas holidays to January 2. The Lions Club cancelled the 15th Annual Community Christmas program and Ladies Night to prevent further spread, marking the first cancellation since 1931.
Molotov as permanent Soviet Foreign Commiss ar, leading talks with Russia the United States and Britain. Observers warn that scant announcements do not mean no progress. Chiang Kai shek seeks peace with foes as Communist setbacks rise in Inner Mongolia. US Air Force to ferry government troops to Manchuria while Truman urges immediate unity for aid. Marshal heads to Chungking to replace Hurley.
Fredericksburg High School players Franz Schmidt and Molberg earned all district 324 spots after a district meeting led by A. K. Krause and Chester Klaer ner. Franz is the lone senior. Schmidt and Molberg have another year. Fredericksburg shared honors with Llano and Lampasas. Goldthwaite also placed two.
Nineteen members of the 1945 FHS football squad were named as lettermen by Coach Chester Klaerner and will receive awards from the school. Four players Herbert Schmidt Clayton Franz James Luitz and Carl Molberg are receiving their second letter. Luitz and Franz are seniors while Schmidt and Molberg are first year lettermen. Other lettermen include Allan Leazar Robert Kott Harold Stehling L. J. Smith Roy Strohe ey Emil Esensee Oliver Hahn Wilbert Seipp William Wiemers William Brandenburg Robert Schlaudt Felix Land Clinton Usener Curtis Kuhlmann and Clinton Priess.
Fredericksburg Social Turn Verein officials said the annual Santa Claus program for members and children, originally set for Thursday evening December 27, was canceled as part of broader public program cancellations to curb flu spread.
Mr and Mrs W H Humes announce Christmas visitors including Mr and Mrs Henry Bullion and four children from Venice California Mr and Mrs Shad Dixon and two daughters plus Henry C Maier of San Antonio.
The National Safety Council reports that starting in May an average of 1,000 persons die monthly from drownings in the United States, with this monthly average continuing through August.
Gillespie County awoke to a cold snap as the thermometer plunged to 22 degrees this morning the year's new low. The prior record for the season stood at 25 degrees reported by Mrs Otto Arhelger last Saturday.
Admiral Chester W Nimitz of Fredericksburg took over as chief of Naval Operations succeeding Fleet Admiral Ernest J King who retired after long service since 1942. Nimitz pledged to meet the great responsibility and outlined his commitment as he assumed the top Navy post. King thanked Navy and Army personnel and Allies in a farewell message.
On December 4 the Junior Historians Chapter 23 met for a brief session followed by a festive Christmas program directed by Robert Lee Hennig. The event featured songs, duets, talks on Christmas in Texas and pioneer customs, a walk/crackers segment, and group performances by local youth and families.
Mr and Mrs Egon Braccutigam and their young son Dennis travel from Los Angeles to stay with Mr and Mrs Henry Bracutigam and relatives for a holiday visit in town.
The report notes more than 400 rodeos take place yearly nationwide, reflecting a broad circuit of events across various states and venues. It highlights the sport's extensive regional reach and ongoing popularity among communities and participants.
Lawrence Burrer,Constable of Justice Precinct 1, Gillespie County since June 10 1935, has tendered his resignation to the commissioners court. The resignation will be reviewed at the January session after a leave of absence earlier in the year. Burrer entered office under Sheriff Alfred Klaerner and was elected to five terms, serving his fourth and fifth under Sheriff Robert Loth.
Fredericksburg businesses plan a double Christmas holiday with closures on December 25 and 26 based on a Chamber of Commerce committee decision. New Year’s Day closures follow on January 1 1946 across city and county offices and services including the library and select service board.
National Safety Council reports a large city hospital survey finding 10 percent of beds filled by accident victims. The study highlights strain on emergency and inpatient services amid rising injuries and safety concerns.
Two men robbed the Central Service Station at Adams and Main in downtown Fredericksburg last Wednesday night, taking about 90 dollars. A pistol was used, and the clerks Leonard Wisian and Leroy Stehling were present. owners Richard Hrdin and the two attendants were nearby. Police seek clues with no arrests yet. Nearby, Mr and Mrs Chester Langer hans and son Jimmy Roy attended a J. P Moore family reunion in Fort Worth.
The ACA announces the 946 farm program has farmer responsibilities including prior approvals and reports. County and community committee members were elected for 1946 to guide farmers and explain provisions. Names listed include Harry F. Eckhardt as chairman and Bruno Doebbler among others.
Fredericksburg residents may enter the Junior Chamber of Commerce Christmas Outdoor Decoration Contest by mailing the coupon before December 21. Four prize winners will receive dressed turkeys chosen by anonymous judges. Entrants must keep their yards decorated from December 21 through New Year’s Eve.
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