Gillespie County Man Decries Redistricting Change
The letter argues against a proposed legislative redistricting bill creating a district that groups Gillespie Blanco and Travis counties. The writer, a radio newspaper figure, urges residents to write lawmakers or hold a mass meeting to oppose the plan and preserve Gillespie’s separate representation. He recalls prior races with Col Petsch and stresses local interests over Travis County alignment.
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House of Representatives
Gillespie
Blanco
Travis
Austin Statesman
Alfred Petsch
Gillespie County
Travis Couny
Pol. Petsch
Travis County
Petsch
Gillespie Couny
Pedernales
Col. Petsch
Portrose B. Metcalflo
Austin
Franklin Spears
Kendall County
Rudolf Weinert
Blanco County
Houghton Brownlee
Senate
Fredericksburg School Announces Easter Break Dates
Fredericksburg Public Schools schedule a four day Easter holiday starting Friday morning April 11 and continuing through Monday April 14 as announced in this week’s Campus Comet.
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Fredericksburg
Meurer Becomes Goodyear Manager in Fredericksburg
Henry Meurer is named manager of the Goodyear Service Store in Fredericksburg, effective January. He has a long background in local business, including roles with Advance Motor Co and Jefferson Life Insurance, and is active in civic groups such as the Chamber of Commerce and Concordia Singing Club. He enjoys baseball and softball as hobbies.
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Henry Meurer
Goodyear
Robert Blum
Meurer
Jacob Meurer
Fredericksburg
Henry
Kott Motor Company
Kott
City Motor Company
Advance Motor Co
Jefferson Life Insurance Company
Hirsch
New Braunfels. Henry
Terest
Chamber of Commerce
Credit Bureau
Concordia Singing Club
St. Joseph's Verein
Goodyear G-3 All Weather tires touted as 19 to 1 safety factor
Henry Meurer of the Goodyear Service Store says the G-3 all weather tire delivers 19 feet of grip per foot of tread and a 20 percent higher mileage than other first line casings. The tire features improved rubber, stronger Supertwist cord, and better resistance to cuts for safer summer driving.
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Goodyear
Henry Meurer
Goodyear Sevice
Meurer
Campaign Starts Friday Divides City Into Four Sections
The notice outlines a Friday start for a city campaign with a circular detailing the campaign and a cleaning checklist. The city is split by Ads Street and Main Street into four sections, each sponsored by focal organizations. Afterward, judges will pick the cleanest section.
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Ads Street
Main Street
Fresh Heir Fund Opens Questionable Bank Account
A lighthearted exchange from a household scene shows a father asking a bank manager how to open an account for the new arrival and how to distinguish it from the father's own funds. The manager proposes naming it the Fresh Heir Fund for clarity.
Fredericksburg Draftees Highlight Fun Nite April 17
Fredericksburg residents and draftees are spotlighted at a Fun Nite event on April 17. Community organizers promote camaraderie and a program of activities featuring local youth and civic groups.
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Fredericksburg
We Believe at their own risk and pledge to stay out
The piece argues that after signing the bill the United States risks involvement in European war through lease lend and convoying by American ships. It holds President Roosevelt solely responsible for any shift from keeping the nation out of war and predicts consequences of entry into conflict.
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England
United States
Congress
Roosevelt
Mr Roosevelt
Folk dances preserved by Gillespie County group for festival
The Gillespie County Historical Society hosts a folk dance event urging preservation of old fashioned dances. Miss Sarah Gertrude Knott plans an eighth annual Folk Festival and considers Fredericksburg dancers to portray German dances in Washington on May 1 2 3 1941 to benefit the Memorial Museum and Public Library. Junior Historians organize at the Public School to help on the museum grounds.
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The
Historical Society
Sarah Gertrude Knott
United States
Julia Estill
Fredericksburg
Washington City
Gillespie County
New Teacher Appointed in Fredericksburg Public Schools
Miss Georgia Fay Duderstadt of Yorktown, formerly with the Public Schools of Sealy Texas, was appointed last week as mathematics teacher for sixth and seventh grade at Fredericksburg Public School to succeed E Brodie.
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Georgia Fay Duderstadt
Yorktown
Sealy
Texas
Fredericksburg
E. Brodie
Commercial Truck Rate Measure Awaiting Legislature Action
The article discusses possible refunds in cash or haulage allowances for truck owners who prepaid if rates are lowered. It notes no extension was given for automobile or farm truck license plates and says final decisions depend on legislative action.
General Tires and Tubes Ad at Fredericksburg Drive-In
Fred ericksburg Drive-In Station advertises General Tires and Tubes available from Rubin Crenydge, proprietor, highlighting tire services and automotive supplies for local motorists.
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Fredericksburg Drive-In Station
Rubin Crenydge
Second Fun Night Planned By Band Boosters
The School Band Boosters Club arranges the second annual Fun Night to be held at the Public School Auditorium on Thursday April 17. Participating groups include School Band Junior Chamber of Commerce Senior Chamber of Commerce Lions Club American Legion and Legion Auxiliary PTA Chorus Club Music Club Garden Club and the Band Booster organization. Added features include a Cake Walk side shows and plentiful food alongside entertainment acts.
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Fredericksburg
Junior Chamber of Commerce
Senior Chamber of Commerce
Lions Club
Am¢trican Legion and Legion Auxiliary
Parent Teachers Assn. Pta Chora
Hi School Event Draws Fun on Thursday April 17
A Frederikburg area listing promotes a Thursday April 17 social at the Fredericksburg Drive In Station with Rubin Crenwelge as the proprietor offering various amusements and activities for attendees.
Sterling's 49 Day Cleaning Service Ad
Our Constant ATV offers best possible service in the Cleaning shop. Due to Easter rush we suggest sending garments to Sterling's for cleaning by the 49th day. Phone 290.
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Sterling
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Norman Bros
Kelvinator
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