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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1930
Page
6
The Fredericksburg Publishing Co announces editorial and business departments for mail and inquiries. Communications should be sent to address in Fredericksburg Texas, with business items directed to the Bookkeeper's Dept and editorial items to the Editor's Dept.
Fort Worth police report the murder of Pearl Voos, about 30, found beaten to death in a pasture four miles north of the city. Investigators note the claw hammer blows and missing identification, with a diamond ring and an octagon watch found on the body.
Will Mc Combs 49 of Poteet died Sunday morning after a collision on the Palo Alto Road two miles north of Poteet. Franklin Stacey of Poteet drove north, struck Mc Combs tire, and ran off the road. Stacey posted a $500 bond as police investigated the crash.
Llano Texas March 17 Irben of Ballinger and Arthur Dennis of near Baird were released on $500 bonds after sheriff Dan McDonald captured them for burglarizing the Hutchinson school in Llano County. Stolen items were recovered near Baird and Irben was arrested at Ballinger. both charged anew with burglary.
In Bexar County two men and a woman are jailed and another woman hospitalized on murder charges after a newborn was found alive in a garbage can in an alley. The baby died later at a hospital. Witness taxi driver Frank Gilliam aided police in locating the suspects. Louis Goss, Buddy Heard, and Grace Frederick are jailed without bond. Ethel Schumaker is hospitalized awaiting warrant service.
A. D. McDonald, a Curtiss-Wright flying school student from Virginia, Minn., was found dead in his Dallas apartment when an overturned ice box trapped him. The death, ruled accidental strangulation, occurred after he crawled through a service entrance to reach the door. The ice man discovered the body as Mrs. McDonald slept nearby.
Washington March 15 Ameri ca's annual big parade of taxpay ers crowded to Uncle Sam's pay off window today. Individuals and corporations faced tax obligations totaling about 1.8 billion more to come, with 2.4 million individuals and 300,000 corporations liable. Government revenues rose to 2.4545 billion by March 15, while income taxes stood at 1.2904 billion, reflecting a mixed year as market losses weighed on personal wealth and corporate gains.
In a terse exchange a navigator asks how to help a seasick companion. The Sick One requests a small island as a whimsical remedy, highlighting a surreal moment at sea.
Fredericksburg Implement Co. advertises plumbing services with emphasis on accurate workmanship and fair pricing. The notice highlights dependable repairs and competitive rates from a local supplier and service provider.
In Austin, Texas, about one thousand children previously treated were tested with the Schick method over two weeks to identify those under protected. Only about a dozen needed further protection as Dr. Eugene O. Chimene and Dr. George Decherd lead the effort. Free testing and toxoid vaccination reached both school and preschool children with PTA groups assisting.
The body of George Robertson ten, living at Reynolds Presbyterian Orphanage near Vickerry, was recovered from a lake on the home property. A search began after his absence was noticed Wednesday night. He reportedly went to the lake against orders, attempting to row out in a small boat that capsized near the bank. the body was found on top of the boat. The boy's father’s whereabouts were unknown.
A clothier assures customers that the suit will not shrink when wet. He notes that every fire company in the city has tested it by sprinkling water, indicating confidence in the fabric’s durability.
The United States will assert sovereignty over Antarctic lands discovered by Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd, reopening a long dispute with Great Britain. The State Department said no explorer may waive a nation's rights and that the U S aims to settle claims in advance for future value.
Funeral services were held today for Leman Bailey, 17, who died from a bullet wound suffered Wednesday in Manard Texas. An examining trial for W L Oliver charged with murder in connection with Bailey s death was set for Monday. Oliver also bore a bullet wound.
As winter ends and spring arrives, the article urges freshening your car for new conditions. It covers replacing winter fluids with spring grades, flushing the cooling system, removing anti freeze, cleaning lubricants, adjusting the generator and carburetor, and having a competent shop lubricate and inspect the vehicle to improve efficiency and longevity.
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