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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1952
Page
28
Week left of school brings excitement as students and teachers anticipate a three month break. Graduates prepare to enter a new life phase with plans for education or jobs while underclassmen look forward to a rest between terms. Vacation will be filled with work, leisure, and camps as everyone plans summer activities.
James Teschner, an 18 year old Fredericksburg High School senior, is noted for brown hair and eyes, 5 feet 8 inches, and a red and white preference. He has spent five years in Fredericksburg schools, with prior study in San Antonio, and aims for office work. His achievements include two years as drum major and three years as student director, plus serving as Mesa editor.
The German class under Miss Jung staged the final radio program of the year. Narrators Mary Margaret Tally Perry Jo Bode and Marcia Vollmar led with narration while Seddie Durst played the German professor. Other students sang and offered German jingles.
A year end message from FHS urges seniors to leave with fond memories and others to remember friends teachers and tests. It reminds all students to enjoy summer activities while following safety rules and to return next year ready to study and complete assignments.
A farewell column reflects on the school year with gossip about teachers and students. Mentions Mr Haas and Mr Stobaugh building a house, Miss Schmidt going to Colorado, Miss Yates considering Europe, Miss Hodges in San Marcos, potential Ag plans, a Junior vs Soph feud, a rodeo party, a teacher’s bet on English tests, and a light hearted good bye until next year.
A senior reflects on finishing four years of high school and facing graduation on May 27. The writer feels a mix of sadness and relief, acknowledging the finality of school life and the end of a cherished chapter.
After three weeks of real office work, Typing II students and Miss Schmidt express gratitude to Balser and Davidson, Dr. Dor Brown, William Bruns, the County Agent's Office, Fredericksburg Hospital and Clinic, Alex Frantzen, Rev Ike Hargrove, Knoop & Metzger, Harry Land, Lone Star Gas, Fred Mathisen, Soil Conservation Office, United Telephone, and Dr. Leon Zwiener for arranging placements.
On Saturday May 17 the Red and White Band enjoyed a picnic at Buchanan Lake. They left at 8:00 a m and returned home around 6:00 p m with swimming and boat riding. The group thanks mothers Mr Gammenthaler for making it possible and Mr Krause and Mr Westerfeldt for permissions and bus access. The band hopes to make the picnic an annual event.
Former NY Governor Al Smith described the Fulton Fish Market in New York as his alma mater, reflecting on his early career at the market and its influence on his life. The remark echoes his longstanding ties to the city and its fishing trade.
On Tuesday May 13 FHA girls honored their mothers with a banquet in the school lunch room. Red magnolia leaf place cards bore mothers names. Menu featured barbecued chicken macaroni salad English peas hot rolls lime sherbet and ice tea. In the gym a homemaking style show followed by a Speech class program, then daughters presented handmade gifts to their mothers.
The 1952 seniors are honored as Tops in Red and White for their memory making years at FHS. Though a small class it is remembered for many honors and loyal service. Best wishes as they leave school to become contributing citizens.
In its final issue the Campus Comet staff thank two local newspapers the Standard and the Radio Post for cooperation and space. They express appreciation to readers and publishers and note plans to resume work next fall.
Parents of some seniors hosted a kid party at Sunny Side Tavern last Friday night marking a farewell to childhood before graduation. The scene featured young girls with dolls, boys with toys, balloons, and a main table with red carnations chicken salad sandwiches date bars and orange punch. After performances the group enjoyed dancing.
Humble stations across the state prepare for Welcome Week a week long celebration to thank Texas motorists for their friendship. Leaders Jerry Blansett W L Kindle and W B Caughran discuss final plans as stations receive spring cleaning and improved restrooms. Wartime-style bunting and a broad ad campaign across 500 newspapers accompany the festivities.
Mr and Mrs Charlie Holden and children from Lampasas visit Johnson City along with S/Sgt and Mrs Fritz Wittkohl from Austin visiting Otto and Mrs Wittkohl. Johnson City received 1.10 inch rain Sunday welcomed by farmers. Mr and Mrs Bob Pearson and daughters from Houston are spending days visiting relatives Charlie Wolf family.
Four children born in local hospitals this week include two boys and two girls. Freddie Saenger of Fredericksburg welcomed a boy on May 14, Olen Straube of Fredericksburg a girl on May 20, Leroy Behrends of Stonewall a boy on May 20, and Clemens Rode of Llano a girl on May 20.
The Sophomore Class held a Rodeo Party at Turner Hall on Friday night. The event featured a rodeo theme with decorations and entertainment from three ranches The Hobbled O The Rocking Chair and the Walking F. A Bandera Stomp followed contests and refreshments served by Mothers of the Sophomores. Mrs Kurt Eckhardt and helpers earned the class thanks.
Robert Fulton began as a portrait painter before branching into invention, reshaping his career with a shift from art to engineering. His early work showcased skill in likeness and detail, laying the groundwork for later innovations.
For rent by the month. Good used machines available now for as long as you want them. Call 40, Fredericksburg Publishing Co.
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