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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1968
Page
9
Editorial reflects on true gratitude rooted in daily life not ritual. It cites Scripture and personal reflection, urging readers to recognize God’s mercy, recall past deliverances, and let gratitude guide actions amid world problems. Bishop Everett H. Jones emphasizes looking back at crises to see divine guidance.
Safety belts in automobiles protect life and limb and failure to use them can cost you in court damages and insurance. States have laws requiring belt use and many cases involve fines or failed damages when belts are not worn. Buckle up for safety to avoid penalties and costly injuries.
Operation Bethany began Monday night at Bethany Lutheran Church and runs through December 8. Families are assigned specific evenings by surname initials A through E on Nov 25, F through J on Nov 26, K through O on Dec 2, and P through Z on Dec 4, with makeups on other days or Dec 8 at 2 30 p m. Rev Will Rotter urges informed church membership.
Postmaster William Petmecky announces all Christmas cards must bear 6-cent stamps whether sealed or not. Return addresses should be on the envelope to ensure delivery or return with a reason. A special 6-cent stamp is on sale for Christmas, and advance purchases are advised. Previously cards could be mailed at penny rates if unsealed.
A compact notice lists service times and choir events for FIRST ME RETIRED CHURCH, FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, and EDISON STREET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. Includes Sunday School at 9:45 a.m., worship at 11:00 a.m. and 10:55 a.m., Advent and Union services, and weekly meetings led by pastors and church boards.
Bethany Lutheran Church shares service times and weekly events led by Pastor Will Rotter and Pastor Assistant G Wolf. The week includes Communion at 8:00 a.m. Church School at 9:15 a.m. and a 10:30 a.m. service with multiple choir and committee meetings through December 9. Cited activities include Operation Bethany and youth and men’s choirs across Dec 3 4 5 and a confirmation session on Dec 9.
Final rites were held Tuesday at 10 am for Buford Purser 47 who died Saturday at his mother's home in Oakland Oklahoma He was born January 19 1921 in Madill Oklahoma and served five years in the U S Marines in World War II He worked as a pipe fitter and welder for B Zachary Co of San Antonio He returned to the South Pacific in 1959 and again in 1961 due to ill health Survivors include his wife Bernadine two daughters Connie Lee and Carole Lynn Purser of Fredericksburg his mother Mrs Cleo Purser of Oakland and a brother Alfred Purser of San Antonio Officiating at the Madill funeral were Bro Dick Lynn and Ren Burrel McNaught Burial was in Willowberry Forrest Cemetery Pallbearers named Pete Storey Fill McClusky Don Cook Sonny Stanley Harold Gene Watkins Dick Johnson C E McMasters and Knut McDaniel
Public records show deeds filed Nov 8 14 in Gillespie County Clerk’s office. Marriage licenses issued through Nov 22 include Douglas Pehl et ux to Charles Schmidt et ux for 58 acres in Morris Ranch part Sur 72 and other filings. Veterans Land Board transfers include Andrew Frenschke et al to The State of Texas for 158 acres Sur 41 and to Lester C Dole for 31.58 acres Sur 41.
Gurdh Serica St. Mary’s Catholic Church lists Father Harold J. Ehlinger and Father Samuel Heitkamp with Masses at 5:00, 7:30, 9:30, 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Sacrament of Penance Saturday 4:00 to 6:00 and 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Confraternity School of Religion Sunday 8:20 to 9:20 a.m.
The Christadelphian Church near Hye Texas hosts services every second and fourth Sunday at 10 am and 1 30 pm. Local congregation invites attendance and fellowship.
Alvin Durst serves as pastor at Emmanuel Gospel Church. On Wednesday November 27 there is no prayer meeting due to a United Thanksgiving Service at First Baptist Church. Sunday December 1 features worship at 10 45 a m and an evangelistic service at 7 p m.
The United Pentecostal Church at 104 East Live Oak Street announces Sunday events led by Pastor Samuel Deigener. Sunday School starts at 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship at 11:00 a.m. Bible Story session held during the evening 7:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend.
Frederickburg Revival Center lists Sunday services at 10:60 am and Sunday School at 2 pm on KNAF, evangelistic service at 7 pm, Thursday services at 7:30 pm, and prayer meetings led by Pastor Henry Terry.
The listing shows church personnel Rev. W. E. Campbell Vicar Comfort Texas 995-2375 Alan R. Paulsen Warden Fredericksburg 997-4590 and Myrle Boykin Organist Fredericksburg 997-3540. Sunday services begin at 11:00 a.m. with morning worship and sermon. Holy Communion observed on 3rd and 5th Sundays. Morning Prayer on 2nd and 4th Sundays.
Dr J P Dale Jr pastor leads the Primitive Baptist Church in Di 5 Texas with services each first and third Sunday and Saturday before the third Sunday Congregational singing at 10 30 a m
Holy Ghost Lutheran Church presents Rev. Leroy Deans as pastor with Rev. E L Arhelger as assistant. Worship at 8:00 a m and 10:30 a m on Sunday with 9:15 a m Sunday School and Bible Classes. 2:30 p m Ladies Aid. 7:30 p m Luther League. 7:30 p m Evening Guild.
The Church of Christ at 507 North Llano Street led by Minister Bill Morrison announces Bible Study at 10:00 a.m. and worship services at 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Bible Class is Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Services will be held at the Community Savings Hall until further notice.
Rocky Community Church invites everyone to Sunday services at 10 a m and Sunday School. Friday church services are at 7 30 p m. Located four miles east of Hye on Rocky Road. Pastor Joe Jones leads the church and welcomes all attendees.
Rev. Norman Truesdell leads services at Trinity Lutheran Church with a 7:30 p.m. Thanksgiving Service and a 10:30 a.m. worship service with Holy Communion, followed by a 9:30 a.m. Sunday School.
St Paul Lutheran Church in Cave Creek Texas invites worshippers to Sunday School at 9 a m and worship at 10 a m with The Rev E L Arbelger as guest preacher for the service.
Zion Lutheran Church announces Thanksgiving Day service on Thursday at 10 a.m. with an 8 a.m. worship and Holy Communion. Week activities include Confirmation Classes, various choir practices, and church circles through December 3 with times listed for each group.
Minister John H Brannon commends Fredericksburg Youth Club for six months of wholesome activities. He notes safe recreation at VFW nights and plans for a Powder Puff game on November 3 at the Junior High Field to benefit the Memorial Hospital Fund.
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