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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1971
Page
2
The Fredericksburg Ladies Golf Association hosted a cocktail party at the Pro Shop of Lady Bird Johnson Golf Club on Tuesday December 14. About 40 members and guests enjoyed a wide variety of hors d oeuvres prepared by the ladies, with Mrs Carson Benedict and Mrs W C Mc Williams decorating in a Christmas theme.
The Music Study Club presents excerpts from Humperdinck Hansel and Gretel Tuesday Dec 28 at 730 pm in Milam Hall. Kinderchor directed by Mrs Dwight Oestreich will sing, with Mrs Charles Grote on piano and Mrs Erna Heinen as club president. The club chorus repeats pieces from a Lions Club Christmas program. Hostesses include Mesdames Victor Nixon. Chairman Adam Gruber Gene Strickland and Herbert Pfeffer invite friends to attend.
The South western Historical Quarterly praises Charles L. Wisseman for translating Fredericksburg Texas The First Fifty Years from German. The work, originally published in 1896, opens access to local history, early settlers struggles, German community, intrigues, and notable crimes. Copies cost 6.95 to 7.55 dollars plus postage and can be ordered from Fredericksburg Publishing Company or bought at Pioneer Museum.
Miss Sheryl Kay Wallace and Wesley Jerrey Grobe wed at Holy Ghost Lutheran Church on December 11 at 3 30 pm. The ceremony featured organist Mrs Victor Krauskopf and vocalist Mrs Elgin Schneider. The couple will live in San Antonio with out of town guests from Garden City Kansas Montgomery Alabama and Lake Jackson.
Fredericksburg Garden Club hosted a Christmas luncheon on Friday December 10 at Andy's Diner at 1 p.m. Forty six members attended led by vice president Mrs A E Lewis. President Mrs J A Staudt welcomed all and a baked turkey dinner was served. Charter member Mrs William Dietel read the creed pledge and prayer. Mrs Joe Kroenig read Christmas poems and the hymn Silent Night was sung as gifts were exchanged.
The Fredericksburg Grandmothers Club held its annual Christmas party on Tuesday December 14 at Andy's Diner. The room was decorated for the season and members exchanged gifts with secret pals. Gifts for the Austin State School were collected. Mrs. Cora Haberich won the door prize. Attendees included 16 grandmothers and nine grandfathers.
Catherine Robb Lewis Robb daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Robb of Virginia was christened Sunday afternoon December 19 at 4 pm in St David s Church Austin by Rev Charles Sumners. Godfather John Fleming of New York godmother Mrs Tom Curtis of Austin. Water from the River Jordan used in the christening bowl. Granddaughter of former President Lyndon B Johnson. A reception followed at the Lyndon B Johnson Library with family and close friends.
Dr and Mrs John Asia arrived Friday December 17 to spend the holidays with her parents Mr and Mrs Marcus Wehmeyer and with sister and husband Mr and Mrs Gary Gardner They will return to their Columbus Ohio home December 27 Iran supplies about 200 tons of raviar annually and sells it for 23 dollars per pound.
A catalog blurb from Bosteetateburg Publishing Co promotes Gibson Greeting Card sets for Father Mother Pastor and serviceman suited for gifting. It emphasizes universal appeal and broad choice for a varied list of recipients.
Miss Frankie Ann Smith daughter of Mr and Mrs Joel P Smith of Round Mountain married Kirby Paul Hohenberger son of Mr and Mrs Daniel Hohenberger of Fredericksburg on Friday December 17 at the First United Methodist Church in Johnson City. The bride wore an organza and lace empire gown with Victorian neckline and bishop sleeves. A reception followed at the Mermaid Club at Rocky Creek.
Copy available at the Standard office for each child priced at 500. Treasure for years to come. Available now from the Fredericksburg Standard office.
The Fred ericksburg Elementary-Junior High PTA held its Christmas program on Wednesday night Dec 15 in the school auditorium. Principal L A Halamicek opened with a welcome and Mrs Gordon presided over a brief business meeting. The Junior High Band directed by Tom C Rhodes performed Christmas selections.
A pub in Fredericksburg invites patrons to boost social events by joining a fun themed party program. Enjoy lively evenings, friendly vibes, and specials aimed at creating memorable gatherings for locals and visitors.
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