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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1918
Page
4
The Fredericksburg Standard published by Fredericksburg Publishing Co appears weekly on Saturdays. ROBT Penniger serves as editor and manager B J Gliddon as assistant editor with mail distribution via second class matter at Fredericksburg. Subscription rate listed is 1.60 per year.
President Wilson extended the enemies list under the Trading with the Enemy Act. The roster includes women abroad with ties to enemy nations, interned or imprisoned enemy nationals, and citizens aiding German propaganda or anti allied plots. It covers neutrals resident in enemy territory since August 4, 1914 and others named by War Trade Board.
Washington June 9 Secretary Daniels said the submarine raid off the Atlantic coast will not halt the flow of men and munitions to France. He stated the navy’s duty is to keep the road open to the battle front and guard food supplies for co-belligerents, a course already accomplished and to be continued.
Mr Albert J Schmidt treasurer of Gillespie County seeks re election reflecting public esteem for his service. A dance at Cain City Engel's Hall Saturday night with Hopfs orchestra. Otto Evers has recovered from a sprained ankle enough to walk with a cane. Willie Passel, long away in California, returns to visit parents Mr and Mrs M Passel. H Y Freeman, Willow City merchant and stockman, was a business visitor. Mr and Mrs Louis Kettner of Mason visit relatives here after returning from San Antonio. Fredericksburg Giants won at Center Point to start the season. a rematch is set at the fair grounds Sunday at 4 pm to even the score.
An edition notes that Fredericksburg faces diminishing shallow wells amid ongoing dry weather. Deeper wells hold water but supplies decline, increasing fire risk and health concerns. Authors urge consideration of a municipal water system when conditions permit.
A total solar eclipse is expected this afternoon around 5 p m local time. Meteorological observations indicate the event will occur late in the day and be visible for a period afterward.
Bargains offered during the Thrift Sale at Barrier-Maier Co include fast colored lawns 10¢ and brown domestic 10¢. Gingham apron checks 15¢ and bleached domestic for ladies and misses tennis shoes 60¢. Hundreds of other similar bargains listed.
Lieut. Franklin W. Clark of Medina Ohio died at Brooks Field Post Hospital after a fall two miles south of the field while performing advanced acrobatics. The incident mirrors the O Malley accident nearby, both at about 1500 feet, with the accompanying flier uninjured. Clark, Oberlin College graduate, is the son of F J Clark. body to be sent home.
A licensed wool dealer asserts authority to buy clips under pounds and to handle larger consignments on consignment. The dealer states government papers exist to prove eligibility and dispels impressions of incapacity to handle wool.
San Angelo Texas June 5 A Concho country shower region reported four to five inches of rain since last Friday with heavy downpours along the North and Middle Concho headwaters. Eden in Concho County is listed among the places receiving the latest rains cutting into the drought belt.
Storms brought five foot rises in rivers across Sterling Irion and Tom Green Counties. A small cyclone near Rowena damaged farm houses but caused no injuries. Bridges on Brady Creek in Menard and McCulloch counties were washed away by sudden floods from rains around Menard Eden Harriett Rowena Ballinger Talpa Carlsbad and Sterling City. Widespread showers soaked Mertzon Christoval Bola and Bronte Ranches on Lipan Flat. The rain improved crop and range conditions, filling tanks and water holes, with good stock feed growth noted throughout the region.
A. G. Castanola, pioneer wholesale grocer at San Antonio, filed a declaration of intention with D. H. Hart. Born in Algiers, he came to San Antonio at age two. He led the family business for 53 years and, after 65 years in the city, learned he was an alien and French subject.
Cuero Texas June 4 a large car driven by Miss Helen Houston struck the small son of Mr and Mrs A B Muller as he crossed Main Street The car wheel ran over his neck breaking his lower jaw and instantly killing him The mother of the child stood nearby and called him back as he started across the street and he turned toward her just as the car struck him
Llano Texas reports another good rain on Monday evening covering most of the county. In the last two days 1.33 inches have fallen and the river is up this morning. The corn crop has been saved to a certain extent while cotton is doing nicely.
Senator Sheppard of Texas reports President Wilson and Food Administrator Hoover oppose extending prohibition to beer and wines. With large whiskey stocks, abolishing beer and wine manufacture is seen as shifting consumers to whiskey. Senate may strike the amendment restricting emergency funds. Prohibition leaders considers government disposal of stored whiskey to curb beverage supply.
San Angelo Texas June 4 James M Findlater of San Angelo was disqualified as captain of Troop K Third Texas Cavalry for not holding final citizenship papers and has gone to Canada to enlist. His older brother Frank has served in France with a Canadian regiment for over a year. Every son of John Findlater, the local hardware dealer, is now in uniform. s. A. Express.
All persons with claims against the estate of Gatharine Schaefer deceased are required to present them within the lawful period to the undersigned executor Wm. Strempel who was qualified May 3th 1918. Residence and P O address Seguin Texas.
Maier and Son announce new ownership of the Fredericksburg Sausage Factory offering fresh goat meat on Mondays Wednesdays and Saturdays. No deliveries, customers urged to phone orders at No. 63. 38tt R. Maier & Son.
Claude B Hudspeth declares candidacy for member of Congress from Texas Sixteenth District, subject to Democratic primary. Zach Lamar Cobb also seeks Congress under Democratic primaries. Cobb previously Wilson delegate at Baltimore and Collector of Customs at El Paso, resigned to run. Platform pledges 100 percent Americanism and support for the President to oppose the Kaiser.
Mitch Johnson of San Sabano Texas announces candidacy for Isth Attorney in the 33rd Judicial District subject to Democratic primary action.
A. D. Stahl announces his candidacy for Gillespie County District Clerk in the upcoming November election, stating his intent to serve the office. The notice presents the candidate name and position sought.
A candidate announces run for the office of Sheriff and Tax Collector of Gillespie County at the Deep Election. The filing shows a bid for re election to the collector office at Herman Ochs.
A candidate announces re election for Tax Assessor of Gill Novel County ahead of the upcoming election. The statement signals continued focus on county property tax oversight and public service.
A candle date for re election is announced for the county treasurer office. The message lists Albert J. Schmidt as the candidate and references November as the target date.
A terse notice announces by Conttable for the 1st Precinct in Gillespie County. It states election participation and official duties at the November ballot marking. The brief references Justice precinct No. and the November election date.
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