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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1941
Page
1
The Gillespie County 4 H Club emphasizes next weeks Fat Stock Show as a pivotal event for youths raising calves sheep and capons. County residents are urged to attend the show and auction to support the boys and encourage continued improvements in animal quality across farms and ranches.
Texas oil industry officials assert in the Standard that 1940 records show the petroleum sector can meet national defense needs with minimal changes. They note Texas produced synthetic substitutes like toluene rubber and glycerin, and can supply aviation fuel and extra barrels without cutting gasoline or motor oil, praising Texan pioneers behind the industry.
The piece argues selectees are praised for being chosen, not drafted, and must endure hard training in cantonments. It contrasts friendly board recommendations with army officers forcing tougher, less cushioned preparation, including testing and drills to toughen recruits.
Wire preservers keep a jar or pitcher of sugar syrup in the refrigerator to use in iced summer drinks. It reduces waste and prevents sugar from sticking to glass bottoms during dishwashing. Also notes Adding Machine Fivbuns and paper from Frederickburg Publishing Co.
Mrs George Stehling underwent an operation on February 3. Betty Thompson daughter of Mrs Selma Thompson had an appendectomy on February 3. Ruby Herbert daughter of Mr and Mrs Felix Herbert had a tonsillectomy on February 4. Genevieve Schiandua daughter of Mr and Mrs Alfred Schandua had an operation on January 29. Ad Schmidtzensky, who had his right eye removed weeks ago, was released from the hospital this week and returned home.
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