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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1947
Page
10
City Fire Marshal Juenke reports a rise in fires and total losses for the year ending June 30, noting population growth and more household appliances as factors. He commends the volunteer fire department for its effectiveness and urges prevention to reduce future losses.
A 1914 Fredericksburg column recalls Viola Stein winning a children’s car from Chas Schwarz Store and notes 33 years earlier events including visits by Henry Lott and family, sales of Touring cars, a hailstorm causing damage, and a fatal horseback accident to Robert Jung. It also mentions Scout honors, Fourth of July activities, and local figures attending rodeos and park outings.
Fredericksburg observed a quiet Independence Day with baseball crowds lingering. A speech emphasized American independence from foreign domination and the need to preserve liberty against potential economic dislocations, recalling founders who chose liberty. The piece also notes rising motor vehicle accidents and farm fatalities projected for 1946, urging extra precautions.
Kolmeier and Klier Co offers a range of butane wood and electric stoves and ranges. The listing highlights appliance options for kitchens, with emphasis on innovative fuel choices and new models.
Mrs. Nell Gibson and sister Mrs. J L Faris visit relatives here with Mrs. Henry Baethge Sr and family in their home. Sam Ezell dies after ten weeks illness with funeral held Monday. Scotty Kinsey sustains chest injuries when kicked by a horse and receives treatment in Kerrville. A Fredericksburg hospital operation occurs for Mrs. Edgar Ellebracht. A 1946 stat reports about 4500 farm workers killed and 300000 injured that year.
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