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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1932
Page
1
More than a thousand war veterans are in Washington with five thousand more en route, vowing to stay until the bonus is paid. They camp in tents near the Capitol, adding to lawmakers’ burden as the nation faces a multi billion dollar deficit and political argument over tax and crime.
The article reflects on the aftermath of the great war blaming broad folly in society. It notes Charles Woerishoffer once a key Wall Street figure who built a fortune and whose wife has died leaving over ten million dollars including government bonds. Continued on page 2 column 1.
The Mason Mavericks top Kerrville 2 to 1 as Hardy shuts down Kerrville with five hits supported by errorless defense and timely hitting. Brady Turkeys pound Llano Cowboys 9 to 3 with Gardner Samuelson and Faught leading the attack. Fredericksburg ties Kerrville for third as Llano’s Cowboys fall to Brady. Continued on page 3, col. 2.
Dr Marvin E Mergele and Miss Evelyn Stulken married June 1 at Hallettsville Lutheran Church Rev A T Kluge officiated The bride wore baby blue crepe with matching accessories and blue plumbago bouquet Maid of honor Miss Alice Oster wore pink crepe Best man was Pauli Breyman A wedding dinner followed at the home of the bride’s grandparents G F Korges The couple honeymooned in Houston and New Orleans and will reside in Comfort Texas on June 15.
Commissioners Court in session this week to compare, equalize and approve the 1932 tax renditions presented to Assessor Wm. M. Petmecky. The court plans to reconvene on June 27 to hear property owners regarding proposed increases in rendered values.
Mrs Adolf Schmidt required an operation on Thursday of this week and was reported to be in stable condition following the procedure.
Mr and Mrs Wm Gastinger of San Antonio visited relatives at Fredericksburg Hugo Klaerner has returned from El Paso where he held the pitcher position with the El Paso Baseball team The Public School Auxiliary will again sponsor supervised play nights for the children this community this summer Mrs Max Henke will be director The first play night of the season will be at Court House Park Friday night June 17 at 8 o'clock
Fredericksburg National Bank was chosen as depository for Gillespie County in a special session of the Commissioners Court. The bank’s bid was sole entry, offering 1 percent interest on daily balances. Bond totals $41,000 for county funds and $14,000 for county school funds secured by Liberty Bonds in escrow.
Tax Collector Walter E. Knoche warns that the balance of taxes due under the split tax law must be paid by July 1. Taxpayers who paid half by December 1, 1931, face a 10 percent penalty and 6 percent interest on any remaining amount. The law, enacted last legislature, allowed the first half paid by December 1 to defer the second half until July 1.
Miss Lina Moellering was found dead in her Fredericksburg home yard Wednesday morning after relatives heard a pistol shot. Judge A W Petmecky presided at the inquest saying the wound was self-inflicted during a melancholic spell from financial troubles and temporary insanity with no other person involved.
Fredericksburg Lions Club enjoyed a park fish fry prepared by Thomas Fishery with freshwater fish shrimp salad and other dishes. The club pledged cooperation to the Washington Bicentennial Committee and will enter a Fourth of July float. A committee includes Mrs Petsch Mrs Stein and Mrs Schaefer with Lions Wilke Striegler and Walter. Next meeting coincides with a district group gathering hosted by locals. convention set for Thursday June 23.
The libraries of the Public Schools will be open to pupils every Wednesday morning from 9 to 10 o’clock beginning Wednesday June 15. Misses Julia Estill and Esther Mueller will be in charge.
Mr. Eugene Heimann, doing graduate work at the University of Virginia, is spending vacation with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Emil Heimann. He plans to return to Virginia in the fall to complete work for his doctorate degree.
Joe Grimes a 19 year old Morris Ranch resident was thrown from a horse Monday night suffered a head injury and underwent emergency brain surgery at Secor Hospital to relieve pressure. Surgeons reported a flap of skull bone was removed to allow brain expansion and the patient showed some improvement though recovery remained uncertain Wednesday afternoon.
Petsch announces his candidacy for Democratic nomination to represent the 85th District of Texas, covering Gillespie Kendall Blanco and Llano Counties. The veteran lawmaker boasts a record of major legislation including murder definitions, kidnapping laws, motor license fee retention for counties, bond and warrant reform, and tax measures. He pledges government cost reduction and supports income tax reform. Continued on page 2.
Fredericksburg and Gillespie County groups met with the Fredericksburg Washington Bicentennial Committee to plan a Washington Bicentennial celebration in Fredericksburg on July 4. The vote supported staging the event with backing from the Chamber of Commerce American Legion and St Marys School Auxiliary among others.
A test at the Palace Theatre by City Furniture Store measured how long six quarts of water take to boil on a Perfection Cookstove. The winner Herman Fischer guessed four hours forty minutes and won a stove. Kaiser later found boiling time could be two hours 21 minutes in his store.
Gillespie County plans to collect amounts due on depository funds in a special court session. Due to the large sums and numerous suits, counsel Cunningham Mourland Johnson Rogers and Alston of San Antonio were appointed to assist the county attorney with the work. A $2500 fee was approved. Bond collection follows the Bank of Fredericksburg default, with surety provided by local landowners.
Chester Klaerner leaves for Mexico for about two weeks. Mr and Mrs Adam Metzger visit Converse for several days. Benno Stehling tours Mexico with Hicks Rubber Company representatives. American Legion and United Charities plan July 2 and 4 entertainment. Estella Ransleben earns a University of Texas scholarship at Thomas Edison High School in San Antonio with a 95.63 average, top in a class of 32. daughter of William and (Mrs) Ransleben, former Fredericksburg residents.
Luther Leagues of the District gather at Doss Evangelical Lutheran Church in Fredericksburg for the annual district conference on Sunday June 12. The program includes services led by Rev. R Becker with Rev. J Holm as speaker, a 1 30 p m business session, and an afternoon program featuring multiple league choirs readings essays and a long march on to close with prayer.
Judge H H Sagebiel Democratic chairman announces candidates for the coming primary. For the 16th Congressional District R E Thomason and Dan M Jackson of El Paso. For the 85th district state representative Alfred Petsch of Fredericksburg and M M Moss of Llano. For 33d Judicial District J H Baker F R Gray of San Saba and Lamar Thaxton of Mason and F H Hammond of Burnet for district attorney. Filing of county and precinct candidates expires June 18.
Congressman R. E. Thomason notes in a letter that the 1932 Agriculture Yearbook is off the press and a limited number will be distributed. He will mail copies to applicants while supplies last.
Mr Hy Metzger and Mrs Converse visit Mr and Mrs Adam Metzger. Mr Charles Kallenberg summoned as Federal Petit Juror to appear in Austin next week. At Germania Mutual Aid Association meeting Mr John Heep chosen secretary treasurer to fill Fisher's unexpired term. Mr Charles Kiehne elected vice president replacing Heep.
The Court of Civil Appeals at Austin upheld District Judge Carl Runge's judgment that Fredericksburg’s incorporation is valid. The case traced through McLean's trial ruling, appeals, and a remand by the Commission of Appeals to test facts, with evidence showing no outside objections and that the bounds benefit residents within the limits.
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