Complete Ticket For July Primary Ballot
The State Democratic Executive Committee in Austin set the Democratic ballot for the July primary. Dan Moody withdrew his gubernatorial bid, eight candidates were certified for governor, including O Daniel and Sadler, Ferguson, Derc ndon, Derden, Thompson and Davis. Bascom Giles and Gerald Mann had no opponents. Railroad Commissioner drew many contenders to succeed Lon A. Smith. The Supreme Court vacancy also drew several candidates.
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State Democratic Executive Committee
Austin
Democratic Party
Senate
Dan Moody
Williamson County
Moody
W. Lee O’daniel
Harry Hines
Wichita County
Jerry Sadler
Gregg County
Miriam A. Ferguson
Travis County
R. P. Condron
Cameron County
Albert L. Derden
Falls County
Ernest O. Thompson
Potter County
Bishop Metzger Delivers Austin Baccalaureate
The Most Rev. S. M. Metzger auxiliary bishop of Santa Fe preached the baccalaureate sermon at St Edward's University in Austin. Francis Jung, son of Mr. and Mrs. Louis Jung and nephew of the Bishop, graduated in the class.
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S. M. Metzger
Santa Fe
Frank Metzger
St. Edward's University
Austin
Francis Jung
Louis Jung
Death of Frank Pyka in Bandera after eight decades
Frank Pyka a Bandera resident for over 80 years died Sunday. Funeral was held Tuesday in Bandera. Survived by widow Mrs Francis Pyka one living brother Anton Pyka eight children six sons M F Fredericksburg S L Long Beach August Fredericksburg Emitt Hereford V E P Fredericksburg and Joe New Orleans two daughters Mary Hy Mazurek and Helen Mazurek Bandera 39 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. One brother and three sisters preceded him in death.
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Frank Pyka
M. F
August
V. P. Pyka
Bandera
Francis Pyka
Anton Pyka
Fredericksburg
S. L
Long Beach
California
Emitt
Hereford
Texas
Joe
New Orleans
Mary
Hy Mazurek
Helen
Joe Mazurek
Sister of Local Business Man Dies
Mrs. Augusta Covington of San Antonio died at her home Monday night at 71. Funeral services were held in Old Lutheran Cemetery with Rev. A. L. Wolff officiating. She is survived by her husband, a son, two daughters, and siblings including George Stucke of this city and Fred Stucke of San Antonio. pallbearer George Stucke Jr.
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Augusta Covington
San Antonio
George Stucke
Covington
Fred
Tom Johnson
Louisa Rehn
A. L. Wolff
St. John’s Lutheran Church
George Stucke, Jr
Fredericksburg
Leopold the Belgian King Courage Under Surrender Courage
The piece argues Leopold I I I faced impossible odds in 1914 and chose surrender to save Belgian lives and property. It contends his front line leadership inspired troops and that history will credit him for risking power and pride to prevent further slaughter.
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Leopold
Belgium
Albert
England
Wilhelmina
Holland
Czechoslovakia
Norway
Poland
France
U S Aids Allies as Italy Enters War and Senate Rushes Armament
The report notes Italy entering World War II and Vargas in Brazil proclaiming neutrality. President Roosevelt urges two courses for the United States: aid opponents of force with resources and speed up armament. Congress approves rapid defense bills totaling over 5.02 billion dollars and a 50 million dollar Red Cross aid package for refugees.
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United States
Roosevelt
Virginia
Italy
U. S
Americas
Congress
U. S.s
Red Cross
Wool Shipments for County Top One Million Pounds
Kerrville company sold wool to Boston houses with steamship and railroad officials arranging shipments. Most wool sold around 81 cents. Large sales and shipments reported across Texas markets in the past week.
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Company of
Kerrville
Boston
Texas
Petitions Circulated To Pave Three City Streets
Residents circulate petitions in RE Park Street E Creek and South Milam asking property owners to fund paving while the city provides labor and equipment. Only N Adams Street east of the public school property is currently being paved.
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Park Street
Kerrville Road
Fair Grounds
Fair Park
Llano Road
Lincoln
South Milam Street
W. San Antonio Street
Fulton
N. Adams Street
Whooping Cough Control Urged to Limit Crowds
A focal nurse warns whooping cough causes more child deaths under one year than other diseases combined. The illness starts like a cold, then progresses to spells and a whoop. Local doctors say keeping sick children from crowds could control the spread, with vaccination recommended before six months. Parents may face quarantines if cooperation fails.
Againg Machine Ribbons and pauper
Frederickburg Publishing reports on the aging machine ribbons and a pauper related story. The item highlights local industry concerns and financial strain affecting residents.
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Frederickburg Publishing
Girl Scout Benefit Party planned for Sunnyside Tavern
Fredericksburg Girl Scout troops stage a benefit party on Tuesday June 18 at Sunnyside Tavern to raise funds for paying rent on the old Tatsch Home, to be kept as a pioneer shrine. Girl Scouts host, supervise entertainments and prizes, with Brownies and intermediate troops aiding. Reservations through Mrs. Laurie Wells.
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Fredericksburg
Sunnyside
Tatsch
Laurie Wells
County Receives WPA Aid for Road Construction
The county secures WPA funding for widening and straightening the Mason Highway Cherry Spring road from Fredericksburg to the Cherry Spring Llano road junction. Right of way for widening and straightening has already been donated, officials report.
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Cherry Spring
Fredericksburg
Llano Road
Western Auto Red Tag Specials Highlighted in Classifieds
Classifieds showcase Western Auto Red Tag Specials with limited time offers on tools and household goods. Shoppers are urged to visit locations for discounted prices and clearance items while stocks last.
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Western Auto
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Pather
Elizabeth
Dudley House
London
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Brazil
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Girl Scouts
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Cheroker
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