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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1920
Page
8
Cards announce the marriage of Leo Blanchard to Wilhelmina Earle Newton of Kerrville on June 22 at St. Mary's Church Kerrville. Mrs M Berg praises her Cotton Chopper trial noting a gentle team and good driver suffice after proper adjustment and predicts quick popularity.
Wednesday evening a serious accident occurred as Jno Hitzfeld and his son Marvin journeyed home in a buggy. A frightened horse caused the rope to entangle Marvin’s leg, resulting in a severe fracture before aid could reach him. He was immediately taken for medical treatment.
The Guadalupe Gazette critiques using college professors for key public roles. It cites Garfield as coal administrator and Taussig as Tariff Commission chair, arguing their academic backgrounds harmed industry with costly lessons and questioning the value of diplomas over practical experience.
Ballinger Texas May 24 a baby boy weighing sixteen pounds was born to a Mexican woman weighing ninety five pounds yesterday. The attending physician says it is the largest baby he ever saw. The mother says she will raise her boy to be president of Mexico.
The House adopted the conference report on the McCormick Good bill establishing a federal budget system without a record vote. The measure now goes to the President for approval.
Henry C Maier operates as a dealer in feed stuff of all kinds hides poultry and country produce at Fredericksburg Texas. The business offers cold drinks tobacco and other sundries and lists the phone number 63 for contact.
A historical report notes farmers struggle with rats, calling them one of the worst pests. It describes centuries of efforts using traps and poisons and hints at ongoing challenges in controlling rat populations on farmland.
The piece notes rising rat damage to corn in cribs and stored feed, with full grown rats consuming about eight tenths of a bushel yearly costing farmers 1.60. It argues permanent suppression requires protected food, continued use of traps and poisons, and community organization to prevent reinfestation, citing ongoing farm practices and forthcoming local bungalow by Mr. Peter Roeder.
A rooky in the American Legion Weekly responds to a salute order as a colonel asserts command of the post. The exchange shows drill and discipline at the military site with a tense interaction between leadership and new arrivals.
A columnist questions whether men can wear shirts without dirt showing while a small boy can use a handkerchief without noticing it. The remark frames everyday cleanliness expectations and social norms.
Barbecue speaking and ball games with Judge Clarence Martin delivering an address. Other speakers invited, refreshments on grounds. Program in the afternoon and at night. Trustees invite all residents to attend.
Local shop offers fast, quality commercial printing with prompt turnaround. Call for quotes and sample proofs to ensure accurate color, layout, and paper options before placing orders. Phone number listed as 40 for inquiries.
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