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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1922
Page
1
A satirical survey of early 20th century life notes slower country pace versus city travel, theater etiquette, speeding fines as a resource, and economic woes. It laments shifting tastes, fashion, and music while urging greater productivity and less political rancor amid social changes.
A brief advertisement invites use of vitrified brick for paving. It states the product is not an experiment and directs readers to Thurber Brick Co in Fort Worth Texas for particulars.
Lieutenant Paul S. Jelly of the U S Army led recruiting for the Citizens Military Training Camp at Camp Travis this summer, securing thirty applications. Many youths still weigh the opportunity, with more application blanks available at the offices of Majors Kennedy and Petsch.
Mrs. Katharine Juenke nee Heimann died yesterday after a brief illness. She was 72 years, 1 month and 5 days old. Burial is set for Friday the 18th at Aug Juenke's Farm near Tivydals at 3:30 PM.
Mr Jacob Kraus died after a brief illness last Sunday and was buried Tuesday in the cathodic cemetery Rev Gerlach officiating He was 5 years 7 months old The Concordia and Echo Singing societies attended the last farewell conveying condolences and respect to a good father and citizen
Tim Murphy states he will proceed with labor actions despite uncertainty. The text hints a Mother’s plea or police prediction but does not clarify which factor drives the choice. Murphy and friends appear linked to the decision, though specifics are not provided.
The Genoa Conference sub-commission unanimously adopts a non aggression pact in resolution form. Most delegations will seek government approval with France Belgium and Germany absent. Final plenary session set for Friday morning with expected noon conclusion and ratification hoped by all. Lithuania seeks reassurance on Poland Vilna dispute linkage.
Miss Theresa Karoline Walter died at 2 30 last Friday May 12 aged 19 years 5 months 19 days Burial was Sunday May 14 at 3 pm at the Catholic cemetery Rev Gerlach led the service Surviving are her parents Mr and Mrs A Walter sisters Mrs Wm Habenrecht and Eula brothers Emil and Hugo The Arion Singing Society performed a selection before the funeral and a ball game attracted many Fredericksburg fans at San Antonio Giants beat the Alamo Indians 5 to 4 in front of about 3000 attendees
William Gold died Thursday after a several week illness at age 77 years 7 months 28 days. Funeral will be Saturday at 3:00 PM from the residence of Alb Koennecke and burial in Fredericksburg Cemetery.
A large selection of Palm Beach and woolen summer pants is featured at Schroeder Bros Pants Pants. The nearby parsonage of the Zions Church is now completed and presented as a modern dwelling.
A short notice item states a sale of voiles at 15e per unit from a single lot. The readable fragment mentions fabric terms and pricing but lacks full context or buyer details.
A meeting of the Republican State Executive Committee in Dallas on May 9 reviewed Terrell election law provisions for a state convention to nominate gubernatorial candidates after a 1920 vote total of 92 000 for J G Culbertson. Vice Chairman Eugene Nolte presided. W E Talbot reported strong organizational progress and plans for an education campaign and a full statewide ticket.
The first Fredericksburg High School Annual edition, printed by Fredericksburg Publishing Co., is praised for its quality. The 1922 class and class staff, along with the Mesa staff and contributors Vera Schoenewolf, Albertine Koennecke, Max Wahrmund Jr., and Julia Estill, are thanked for their help.
A New York restaurateur laments the closing of his famed eatery blaming jazz cafes for ruin. He says restaurants survived by refined cuisine and quiet culture, but crowds seeking entertainment, noise, and dance transformed the setting.
Classified tease urges readers to explore buy sell or trade opportunities. Indicates available listings and nearby deals but provides no concrete items. Prompts engagement with local marketplace activity and personal exchange.
Three labor leaders are named in new publications as central to a wave of Chicago murders. Police seize the Triumvirate papers during a raid and Obregon accepts oil land rules from the Mexican Court. The Mexican president says rights must be paid for and hopes for a quick accord with De La Huerta and financiers. A huge multiengine airplane project is described for future use.
Fire damages coastal business district in a costly blaze. A tornado travels 400 miles and dips near Eagle Pass with a funnel cloud spotted at the border. Senators press Harding to accept a modified bonus bill while the president prepares a reply.
Gasoline reserves exceed prior records at 854232.00 gallons per report from the Bureau of Mines. Soviet moves toward League of Nations membership emerge as delegates press for recognition.
Ostrow and Klaerner, representatives of the Concordia Singing Society, returned from Austin Tuesday after taking part in the festival staged May 14 and 18 at the Majestic Theater. G R Schumacher accompanied as Fredericksburg Publ. hero representative.
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