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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1948
Page
8
Monday evening the Intermediate and Young People of the First Baptist Church and friends enjoyed a wiener roast at the W J Sampson home with about forty taking part in outdoor games and sports. Sponsors were Mrs A H Bartholmae Rev and Mrs R Don Hendricks and Mr and Mrs Bartholmae.
A standard want ad suggests trading spare articles for cash. The notice promotes quick sales and easy exchange, targeting readers with unused items.
Cliff Balser is highlighted as a key figure in promoting prison reform in Texas. Petsch appeals to Jaycees to support fixing the outdated system, backing a resolution at the State Convention and endorsing Ellis as the new prison system manager.
County officials led by Victor H. Sagebiel announce reelection bids ahead of the November 2 general election. The Democratic primary is July 24 with a runoff on August 28, as Gillespie County advertises its trusted governance and asks voters to consider past records.
R. L. Frantzen a Fredericksburg High School senior and son of Mr and Mrs Alex Frantzen placed fourth in Class A declamation at the state contest in Austin after earlier wins at district and regional levels. Lonny F Zwiener is among 335 UT College of Business Administration degree candidates announced by the Dean this week.
The editorial criticizes weak fundraising for Red Cross and Scout drives and urges a community chest model. It argues that a single annual campaign run by the local Chambers of Commerce could harness broad public support and ensure all charities are funded efficiently. The piece stresses shared responsibility and a well organized effort.
Kerrville voters will decide on June 8 whether to authorize the sale of the municipally owned butane gas plant to Lone Star Gas Company. If approved a 135 mile pipeline from Hamilton will bring natural gas to Kerrville with construction in late 1949 or early 1950.
Buyer can have a bill imprinted with their name at Fredericksburg Publishing Co. The notice suggests a service available through the local publisher, indicating customization for personal items.
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