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Fredericksburg Standard

Location

Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1951

Page

6

Mo Ranch Breaks Ground for Dining Room Project

Ground was broken for a new 138000 Dining Room at Mo Ranch near Hunt Texas to serve 1800 meals daily. The building will include 23000 worth of equipment and host 600 conference guests three meals per day, as part of the Synod of Texas event with 258 church men in attendance.

Mo Ranch Presbyterian Assembly The Hills Hunt Texas Tom Currie Oak Cliff Presbyterian Church Dallas Tom Talbot First Presbyterian Church Longview L. Roy Kline Shovel Ted Jones Synod Men-of-Church George Wright Fehr and Granger Austin Presbyterian Synod of Texas

Baptists Cancel Local Sunday to Attend Frio Encampment

The First Baptist Church suspends Sunday services on July 22 so members may attend the encampment at Alto Frio on the Frio River near Garner State Park. A group will depart church at 7 a.m. with picnic lunches, and a Youth Rally led by Jack Robinson and Dick Bahers is planned for 3 p.m. at Garner State Park.

First Baptist Church Ike Hargrove Alto Frio Frio Garner State Park Baptist Jack Robinson Dick Bahers

Grass fire answered by volunteers with no damage

The Volunteer Fire Department responded to a grass fire at 807 West San Antonio Street on Wednesday afternoon July 11. No damage was reported as firefighters contained the blaze.

West San Antonio Street

Weden Joins Balser Davidson Firm in Fredericksburg

Weden of Youngstown Ohio and a 1951 graduate of Texas Lutheran College Seguin has joined the staff of the Balser and Davidson accounting firm in Fredericksburg.

Car! Weden Youngstown Ohio Texas Lutheran College Seguin Balser and Davidson Fredericksburg

Presslers from Baton Rouge visit parents and Schmidt reunion

Mr and Mrs Paul Pressler Jr and their three sons Paul Roman Carl Denham and Earl Nelson of Baton Rouge Louisiana spent a week visiting his parents Mr and Mrs Paul Pressler Sr and other relatives and friends and attended the Schmidt family reunion on Sunday July 7.

Paul Pressler Jr Paul Roman Carl Denham Earl Nelson Baton Rouge Paul Pressler Sr Schmidt

Aaron Montgomery Ward Pioneered Mail Order Merchandising

Aaron Montgomery Ward launched a mail order business, pioneering catalog shopping and direct-to-consumer merchandising. His model reshaped retail by shipping goods nationwide and building a new catalog based shopping culture.

Aaron Montgomery Ward

Minors Face Punishment Under New Reckless Driving Law

Gillespie County peace officer highlights a 1951 act targeting minors aged 14 to 17 who drive recklessly on public roads or within city limits. Violations carry a misdemeanor conviction with fines from 1 to 50 dollars and may hinge on excessive speed or intoxication.

Gillespie County

Hot Weather Tips From Texas Health Officer

State Health Officer Dr Geo W Cox urges Texans to adapt to summer heat with common sense practices. He recommends drinking cool water, moderate meals, daily outdoor exercise, ample sleeping air, salt intake to replace losses, avoiding alcohol, plenty of sleep, cleanliness, and a daily bath to remove perspiration and relax muscles.

Austin Texas Geo. W. Cox Texans

County Court Names Judges for August 10 Special Election

Election officers for a county wide special election on Friday August 10 were named. Presiding judges and crews cover 23 precincts with named locations from Peters Hall Fredericksburg to Lohn and Stonewall.

Commissioners Court Peters Hall Fredericksburg Lawrence Knop Chas, Dolezal Lee Feuge Harper Paul DeLorey Henry M. Wendel Chas. W. Barrett G. J. Harper Schmidt Hal Meuseback Creek Max Lochte Guido Kuhlmann Crabapple August Land Otto Welzehausen Willow City Clinton Hardin Fitzhugh Arthur Tatsch Marvin Schuch Henry Edwin Rusenberger Hilmar Weinheimer Evan Striegler Elton Jordan Alvin Stehling Eric Nagel Henry Joseph Eoening Motor Sales Walter FE. Loudon Sr Harry Eckhardt Edgar Stroeher Richard Ransleben

Local Family Heads West for Yellowstone and Colorado Tour

Mr. and Mrs. Emil Scherer and daughter Joanna join Mr. and Mrs. James Rusche and daughter Ella Jean for a Western states trip. They will visit sister and husband Mr. and Mrs. Lester Harris in Duboise Wyoming and tour Yellowstone National Park then see Pike's Peak and other Colorado sights.

Emil Scherer Joanna James Rusche Ella Jean Lester Harris Duboise Wyoming Yellowstone National Park Pike's Peak Colorado

Classified Ads Offer Quick Way to Fill Your Needs

Local classifieds promise fast results for rental space, job postings, and unwanted items. Readers report quick responses and plain language listings with clear prices and contact details.

Viola Raute Engagement Announced

Mr and Mrs Bruno Raute of Comfort announce the engagement of their daughter Viola to Robert Ersch son of the late Mr and Mrs Willie Ersch of Fredericksburg The wedding is set for September 8 at Holy Ghost Lutheran Church

Bruno Raute Comfort Viola Robert Ersch Willie Ersch Fredericksburg Holy Ghost Lutheran Church

Doss Community Club Calls Final Meeting Before Fair

The Doss Community Club will hold its final meeting before the Doss Fair next Friday night at the school. Richard Kasper, vice-president and acting president, will preside over the meeting. All members are urged to attend this important gathering.

Doss

Advice to the Lovelorn Sings Through The Old Syndicate Feature

The advice column notes that the oldest syndicated feature in newspapers offers romance tips and moral guidance. It hints at readers seeking counsel on love, heartbreak, and relationships with a cautious, humor tinged tone.

Kerr County Seeks Truth in Tragic Tragedy

Kerr County records a fatal incident when Linda Mae Fluitt and her one half year old daughter were found in a trough by the Stowers Bar. Authorities launched searches and the events unfolded Thursday morning as investigators pieced together the circumstances of the family tragedy.

Kerr County Linda Mae Fluitt Aubrey Fluitt

Thank You Notes From Fredericksburg Publishing Co Inc

The Fredericksburg Publishing Co Inc issues a complete line of Thank You notes for various occasions including events and acknowledgments.

Fredericksburg Publishin Co. Incc Eve

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