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Fredericksburg Standard

Location

Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1930

Page

2

Stocks to buy in coming months say Continental Bank figure

George M. Reynolds of Continental Illinois Bank and Trust Company, in his fiftieth year in banking, urges investors to buy good stocks now. He notes the nation will be startled by business growth in a few months and cautions against gambling despite low mood, stressing that the downturn will not last.

George M. Reynolds Thad Continental Illinois Bank and Trust Company of Chicago

Indians Missed Manhattan Bet on Compound Interest

Simple-minded red men sold land adjoining across the East Manhattan Island for 24 dollars not Suspecting how that island and river would develop. New York City with more than 7 000 000 population has real estate assessed at 19 700 000 000 which means that it is worth at least 30 000 000 000. If the Indians had invested their 24 at 6 percent compound interest they would have enough money now to buy Manhattan Island several times over. The piece notes the impracticality of such investments and encourages buying real estate instead to grow wealth.

Manhattan Island New York City

Fredericksburg Notes and Local Arrivals

Multiple brief items record visits by residents from Fredericksburg to San Antonio and other towns, births at local homes, new hires, and a summer trip. The report notes Lydias and Normas social moves, Adolph Heep’s Game Warden appointment, and Miss Ollie Schlueter’s trip. A large weather note reports heavy rain from Friday to Monday, with 0 damage and 0 stream impact. 6.4 inches fell in Fredericksburg, ending a drought.

Gillespie County Fredericksburg

Weinert Urges Return to Texas House in January Letter

The article discusses Senator F. C. Weinert seeking re election to the Texas House. At about eighty years old, he remains vigorous and aims to relieve taxpayers through experience and patriotism. He praises the 85th District Representative and urges support for continued public service in Austin.

Austin F. C. Weinert House of Representatives Texas Judge Weinert Weinert

Petsch Earns Reelect With Strong Service Record

The community notes Petsch’s re election praise citing his extensive experience and improved Texas state service. Letters from constituents support his farmer and stockman friendly record. Also covered are local moves including business changes and family news among Fredericksburg residents.

Sweaters and Coats, all Sizes at Juenke and Schoenewolf

Local department store Juenke and Schoenewolf advertises a large collection of sweaters and coats in all sizes. The sale emphasizes winter apparel and value pricing for men women and children.

Auxiliary Meeting Discusses PT A Activities and Milk Fund

Members of the Public School Auxiliary met at the High School on Friday October 3 with Mrs H A Priess presiding. Treasurer Mrs Arthur Holly reported 47349. Letters on Parent Teacher work were read and rural extension discussed. The group planned events including a Texas Congress of Mothers day on October 17 and a milk program for needy children.

H. A Priess W. H Schafer Treasury Arthur Holly W. H. Schafer Parent Teacher Congress San Angelo Texas Congress of Mothers and Parent Teacher Association Alfred Petsch B. Witte

Harvest Festival Postponed By Rainy Weather

Church notices say last Sunday's Harvest Festival is rescheduled to meet this Sunday. Services at 10 A M and Sunday School at 1 30 P M. All are welcome. Pastor K Konzack.

K. Konzack

Mission Festival at Doss Lutheran Church Oct 12

The Doss Lutheran Church will hold its annual Mission Festival on Sunday October 12 with services at 10 A M and 2 P M Rev R Becker leads the sermons inviting all to attend W Kraushaar of Seguin and Rev A Koerner of Fredericksburg are involved in the event.

W. Kraushaar Seguin A Koerner Fredericksburg R. Becker

Willow City Methodist Church Sunday Services

Willow City Methodist Church announces services next Sunday October 12 at 2 30 p m and 7 30 p m These will be the last service before the Annual Conference meeting at Harlingen Texas October 22 English services remain at 10 46 a m Pastor R Gammenthaler led services posted for the community.

Willow City Methodist Church Willow City Harlingen Texas R. Gammenthaler

Methodist Episcopal Church Sunday services schedule

The church announces preaching at 10 30 a m Sunday School at 1 36 p m Epworth League and a second service at 7 and 1 30 p m Everyone is invited to all services Pastor A Brannies

Epworth A Brannies

Buffaloes Triumph 56 to 6 Over Hill Billies in San Antonio

The Main Avenue Buffaloes defeated the Hill Billies 56 to 6 in San Antonio Friday night last week. The Buffaloes dominated on both sides, with a strong offensive showing and solid defense throughout the game.

Hill Billies Main Avenue Buffaloes San Antonio Buffaloes

Athletics Win World Series in 6 Games

The Philadelphia Athletics, led by Connie Mack, defeated the St Louis Cardinals 7 to 1 in game six to clinch their fourth overall world title by a 4 games to 2 margin. The score sequence shows Philadelphia dominance including a 7 to 1 victory in the final game.

George Livingston Earnshaw Philadelphia Athletics Connie Mack Atletics St. Louis Cardinals Athletics

Electrical cord fatality shocks Port Arthur

I. R. Gray a piano tuner for a local firm was electrocuted shortly after 1 PM while working under a car in an alley behind the store when he touched an electric light extension cord. He died at the scene from the shock authorities said.

Port Arthur Tex I. R. Gray

Work clothing priced right at Hank Alamo Scott's

Hank Alamo Scott's offers a selection of work clothing with price emphasis on value. Bargains include durable shirts pants and overalls for laborers and tradespeople. Visitors find sturdy fabrics and practical fits geared toward service industry and construction workers.

Hank Alamo Scott's Juenke & Schoenewolf

Texas DUI and vagrancy pleas settle in state docket

State of Texas docket lists defendants including Herman Koenig Walker Grosenbacher Rubio Durst Varres Rouse Vander Stucken Conn Bennett Gardner Seilig and Willie Se lig. Pleas of guilty recorded across drunkenness vagrancy swindling with worthless check and abusive language with fines ranging from 5 to 10 dollars plus costs.

State of Texas Herman Koenig M Walker Walter Grosenbacher Albert Rubio Arthur Durst Reyes Duvarres Simon Rouse Eugene Vander Stucken Sid Conn Bob Bennett Wm Gardner Willie Seelig

Texas Court Records Speeding Plea Summary

The Corporation Court of Texas records multiple speeding cases with defendants D. C. Olsen Herbert Reed Emil Blanchard Chester Feller Mrs. M Walker entering guilty pleas. Fines and costs noted for Olsen and Reed. others show guilty pleas with unspecified fines.

State of Texas D. C

Polo Tyne horse for quick sale at a bargain

Four year old polo horse half thoroughbred sired by Government Stallion. Dunn color with stripes. For quick sale at a bargain.

Polo Tyne

Man pulled into rock crusher head first near Georgetown

T C Williams of Dexter Construction Company was dragged into a rock crusher while working on the Florence to Briggs highway 16 miles west of Georgetown. He suffered a crushed breast and a bolt penetrated his lungs and was brought to Martin Hospital where surgeons report he has reacted well.

Georgetown Tex T. C. Williams Dexter Construction Company Florence Briggs Here Martin Hospital

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