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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1932
Page
1
The Lindbergh child was found murdered in New Jersey near the family home, dead about two months. The grim discovery ends weeks of uncertainty for the parents as the nation responds with sympathy.
Russia has begun purchasing U.S. wheat and officials welcome the new customer. The note hints at continued coverage on page 2 column 1 with further details.
The Hill Country League remains unsettled as week eight opens. Liano and Mason share the lead after Sundays games. Kerrville moves into a tie for third with Fredericksburg. Brady and Junction remain tied for fifth. Brady lost 8 to 3 at Brady. Kerrville Braves beat Junction 17 to 11. Llano Cowboys beat Llano 3 to 1 at Fair Park, avenging an April 24 loss. Continued on page 3.
Miss Emilie Henke 13 win a slogan contest for Fredericksburg The Chamber of Commerce chose Hub of the Hills from five finalists selected from 320 slogans judged by a panel Miss Henke is the daughter of Eddie C Henke and attends Wolf Creek School.
A home wedding took place at the residence of Mr. and Mrs Alex Wahl in Junction on May 14 at 6 o'clock. Monroe Wahl and Helen Rusche were married in the presence of relatives and friends. The couple will reside in Fredericksburg where the groom works as a post office clerk.
Theodore Merz a former Fredericksburg resident died suddenly at his San Antonio home on May 14 he was 52 11 22 old born Fredericksburg May 22 1879 Funeral services were held at St Fernando Cathedral Father Lopez presiding He is survived by his widow four children four step children three sisters Mrs Chas Marx San Antonio Mrs John Nage Fredericksburg Mrs August Metzger Mason and two brothers Charles Ft Worth and Adolph Fredericksburg
Mr and Mrs Oscar Roggenbucke of San Antonio visited relatives at Fredericksburg. Mr Arthur Ressmann and family and Miss Caroline Battersby of San Antonio spent the weekend at Fredericksburg for the Pfieffer Ressmann wedding.
The Fredericksburg and Northern Railroad asked the Interstate Commerce Commission for a 15 day extension to file exceptions to the examiner’s recommended property value of 227000 dollars The move gives Southern Pacific 30 days to accept the offer made May 4 without new hearings The extension was announced by R F Spencer president of the F N The article notes the extension and the hold on the value decision continues on page 2 column 4
The ex service men of Gillespie County will honor fallen soldiers with a memorial program on Sunday May 29. The Louis Jordan Post of the American Legion sponsors services at the High School Auditorium led by Rev Theo Haag of Bethany Lutheran Church. Ten trees will be dedicated in memory of Heinrich Koch Edwin Tatsch Emil Beyer Alfred Schlaudt Hugo Blanchard Alfred Billow Walter Burrow Herm H Hohmann Walter Langerhans and Henry Schneider followed by cemetery graveside decorations and a flower drive to the Courthouse.
Miss Alma Ressmann daughter of Mr and Mrs Christian Ressmann married Dr Herbert Pfeiffer Saturday at Bethany Lutheran Church. Rev Theo Haag officiated as Max Wahrmund Jr served as best man. Helen Pfeiffer of Dallas was bridesmaid, wedding march by Mrs Max Beckmann, mixed choir conducted by Edgar Marschall. The couple will reside in Fredericksburg after an extended wedding trip.
Mr and Mrs Anton Fritz of San Antonio visited their children. Mr and Mrs BE J Foy and children also stayed with Mr and Mrs Hy Braeutigam for a weekend gathering in San Antonio.
St Marys High School will hold commencement on Sunday night May 22 with six graduates Milestones include diplomas awarded to Lottie Knopp Frances Pyka John Merz Emil Schandun Marcus Schmidt and Balthasar Hartman The program features awards greetings speeches and a farewell choir and commemorative acts led by Very Rev A Heckmann and Mr Alex Jung
Reconstruction Finance Corp approves a 15000 loan to Fredericksburg and Northern Railway to cover obligations due as two Fredericksburg banks closed. The loan aims to be repaid within the year. R F Spencer says official ICC notice not yet received. Gulf and West Texas Line incorporation discussed with Southern Pacific, awaiting reply.
Gillespie County mourns Conrad Ahrens born 1845 in Hannover died Sunday from paralysis following strokes after May 3. He came to Texas with parents landing Christmas Day 1845, settled Crab Apple Community, married Sophie Schaper, lived at Alfred Ahrens farm. Survived by five sons, a daughter, a step son, many grandchildren and relatives. Funeral held at Alfred Ahrens residence then City Cemetery.
The second and final immunization for diphtheria will be given to those who had the first dose on May 5 and May 7 at Saint Joseph's Hall on May 26 from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. No charge. the 50 cent first-dose fee covers this second treatment. Community groups thank doctors, nurses, druggist, and Fredericksburg newspapers for support aiding Gillespie County children.
The United States Civil Service Commission invites applications for farm agent vacancies in the Indian Service through June 7. A register established March 9, 1931, lists forty appointments. entrance salary is 1860 dollars yearly with possible deductions for quarters, fuel, and light.
Albert Wehmeyer died Thursday May 19 at his Helotes home aged 72. A Gillespie County native, he had lived in Helotes for many years. Survivors include four brothers Gus Wehmeyer of Helotes William Louis and Robert Wehmeyer of Fredericksburg and a sister Mrs Julis Ransleben of Fredericksburg. Funeral services were held today by Rev O Knaak with interment in Helotes Cemetery. Also noted are Mr Oscar Stein and Mr Hy Becker visiting in San Antonio, and the arrival of a baby boy to Mr and Mrs Felix Burg of San Antonio. Gottlieb Willms and son of Mr Sharp were in Fredericksburg on Thursday.
The programs list ceremonies at three institutions. Fredericksburg High School holds Commencement May 24 with a keynote by Dr. Whitten B. Russ and diplomas awarded by Pres. H H. Sagebiel. Intermediate School programs run May 23 with a class prophecy and diplomas presented by Mr. Co. W. von Rosenberg. A Sunday May 22 commencement includes invocation by Rev. G. C. Brannies and a Parent Teachers Choral Club performance.
The St. Mary's School music pupils and the school orchestra gave a twilight recital on Thursday evening May 12 with the orchestra opening followed by solos duets quartets and quintets. The following Monday afternoon the pupils held a basement party with games contests and refreshments at decorated tables.
Mr Perry Lang and family of San Antonio visited relatives as Messrs Edward and Felix Wahrmund of San Antonio and Mr Eugene Waleh and family of Hondo attended the funeral of Mr Conrad Ahrens.
Among the 1932 graduates of the Belmont Hospital Training School for Misses of Chicago will be Marie Hannemann Nikolai, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Emil Hannemann of Chicago.
Seventeen bills of indictment were returned by a special grand jury over two weeks, targeting seven officials and employees of two banks that closed in February. Albert Koennecke led with five charges as Bank of Fredericksburg president. Max J. and Walter F. Bierschwale, assisting Citizens Bank, faced three indictments. Ralph Gold, Alex Henke, Lawrence Knopp, and Edgar Crenwelge from Bank of Fredericksburg had single counts. Bonds of $1,000 per offense were posted by all accused.
The 1932 Kindergarten Class of Mrs. F. J. Maier will present a program at Palace Theatre on Thursday night May 26. The Palace Orchestra led by Walter Weber and the P. T. A. Choral Club directed by Nannie Striegler will assist in entertaining along with the regular picture program. The public is invited to attend.
Rev Arthur Koerner united Henry Welge son of Louis and Mrs Welge of Doss with Edna Basse daughter of Henry and Mrs Basse of Fredericksburg on Thursday at 7 PM Attendants were Laura Welge Dora Eckhardt Alma Itz Rubin Evers Arno Basse and Emil Scherer Mrs Koerner presided at the organ A reception followed at the bridegroom's home near Doss and the couple will reside at the Welge Ranch near Doss Friends extend best wishes for their happiness.
Rehearsals are underway for a June 2 program at 3:00 P.M. on WOAI San Antonio. Sponsored by the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce the event showcases five local talents in a salute to Fredericksburg.
Mr and Mrs August Metzger of Mason Mr and Mrs John Nagel of Fredericksburg and Mr and Mrs Adolph Merz of Fredericksburg attended Theodore Merz s funeral in San Antonio.
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