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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1925
Page
9
Dave Reed of Harper Road was injured when his Ford rolled down a sloped yard, broke free a crank caught him, and tumbled into a ditch. The vehicle turned over but Reed escaped serious injury, suffering only bruises.
Mrs Joe Weinheimer born December 22 1870 at Honey Creek Gillespie County died December 24 after a short illness at Catholic Cemetery burial December 26 Father Robling led the services. Survived by husband Joe Weinheimer eight children four sisters and two brothers with many relatives and friends listed among visitors and guests in Fredericksburg and nearby towns.
Felix Barsch died from an accidental shotgun discharge while allegedly attempting to place wood in a stove at his brother Arnold Barsch's home near Gold Texas. Justice Petmecky ruled no other person was involved. funeral held Sunday with Rev. Koerner officiating. He was 27, born December 16 1898 in Gillespie County.
Mrs Chas Calhoun and family of Fischer's Store were guests of Mr and Mrs Albert Kaderli at a local social gathering.
Mr. Max T. Henke and family spent Sunday visiting in San Antonio, sharing time together away from home and enjoying local sights.
Misses Rosa and Louise Knopp, training as nurses at Seton Infirmary Austin, return home to spend the weekend with their parents Mr and Mrs Ed Knopp.
Mr Ahfron Ahrens son of Mr and Mrs Louis Ahrens Fredericksburg wed Miss Leah O Harrow daughter of Mrs Grace O Harrow San Angelo in Houston Texas on Thursday December 24. They leave for a honeymoon and plan to reside in Jacksonville Texas where both teach at Lon Morris College.
During the first part of this week W. Loudon E. H. Apelt Emil Koch and Paul Weber closed a deal to own the R L Kott Garage on Main Street beside the Bank of Fredericksburg. The business continues at the same location as Standard Motor Co with these gentlemen known to the automobile trade in the region. We wish them success in their new undertaking.
Max Wertheim of Beaumont is visiting his mother, reporting a family reunion and travel details.
Messrs Louis and Henry Metzger and families spent several days visiting relatives at Fredericksburg. Mr and Mrs Alfred Grobe spent several days at Fredericksburg visiting. Dr Clark and Clarence Peter of Austin visited at the home of Ed Peter late last week. J W King and family of San Antonio spent the holidays with Otto Pfeil family. Erwin Rausch and family of San Antonio visited relatives at Albert McDoungall and family of San Antonio visited relatives at Fredericksburg during the holidays. Emil and Felix Blanchard of San Antonio spent the week with their parents at Fredericksburg. Mr and Mrs Alex Molsgberger and Mr and Mrs Jacobs of San Antonio were weekend guests of Mrs Ella Schmidt and Mr and Mrs Herman Schoenewolf.
At Zion's Lutheran Church one o'clock Tuesday afternoon Frank J. Harris of Big Loyal Kentucky wed Miss Else Stella Weber, daughter of Albert and Mrs Weber of White Oak. Rev F A Bracher officiated and the couple will reside on White Oak after a honeymoon, Harris works as a farmer.
On Tuesday afternoon Edwin Woerner and Olga Borchers were joined in marriage by Rev. G H Holly at the Methodist Church. Attendants included Norma Woerner Linda Borchers Ella Remmler Alonzo Woerner Eddie Houy and Adolf Treibs. A wedding feast followed at the bride’s home.
Esther Friedrich, four year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Friedrich, died at home near Cain City on Saturday morning December 26 after a brief illness. Born January 8 1921 in Gillespie County she was 4 years 11 months and 18 days old. Funeral services were held Sunday at 3 pm at City Cemetery conducted by Rev Arthur Koerner.
Mr Franklin Ketler of Com fort Texas visited his parents. Miss Ollie Ottmers spent last weekend with relatives at Albert and Fredericksburg.
Messrs. Alvin Hartmann and brothers Joe Fritz and Frank Hartmann of San Antonio visited relatives and friends during a regional stop. The family engagement included gatherings and social outreach in the city.
Alvin Hansen of San Antonio visited his parents Mr and Mrs W Hansen during the holidays. Mr and Mrs Felix Burg and their little daughter visited in Fredericksburg during the holidays.
Mr. Henry Weirich of Blanco spent last week Thursday in Fredericksburg on business.
John Sehneider and his children from Field Creek visited Hondo and Fredericksburg. Oscar Metzger from San Antonio also traveled to icksburg during the early part of this week.
Mr and Mrs Charles Beyer Jr spent the Christmas holidays visiting local friends and relatives.
Miss Puera Franz spent the early portion of the week visiting friends in San Antonio.
Dr. Victor Keidel and his family spent Wednesday and Thursday in San Antonio where they attended a concert by Sousa's Band.
The funeral drew many visitors from beyond the county including Mr and Mrs Joe Dietz and their family from New Braunfels.
Mr. Max Wahrmund reports 3 322 bales of cotton ginned in Gillespie County by December 13. The previous year ended with 12 908 bales ginned to that date.
Mrs Henry Beck of Blanco died at her Blanco home late last week after suffering a stroke at the home of Mr and Mrs Richard Maier. She was laid to rest in Blanco on Saturday with Mr Richard Maier and family attending the funeral.
Mr and Mrs Adolf Hopf traveled to San Antonio on Wednesday to hear Sousa and his famous band in concert citywide.
Felix Heep and Arvin Weirich attended a Sousa Band concert held in San Antonio.
A party holding number 2560 may visit Central Drug Store to claim a valuable talking machine donated by the concern.
Misses Bertha and Else Wei visit relatives in Fredericksburg while Mr and Mrs Alfred Gentemann of Sacramento visit at Mr and Mrs John Gentemann. Joe Vogel and Charles Barker spend Christmas with relatives in San Antonio. Hilmar Wunderlich and Ernst Siggel of Austin visit Fredericksburg. Born to Edwin Purier a daughter on December 25 and to Richard Weinheimer a son on December 26. Turkey and Chicken Dinner offered during the holidays at City Cafe.
Mr and Mrs Rud Hilker and their daughter came back Monday to Gomez Palicio Mexico after visiting relatives and friends in our burg for the holidays.
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