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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1950
Page
11
Staff Editor Ann Jeanette Kneese with assistants Annabelle Feuge Theresa Cravens Clinton Holly Betty Brown Goldine Herber Evelyn Wailer and sponsor Frances Carter credited for support and production.
The Speech IT class under Mrs. Krause staged three skits for the PTA on Wednesday October 11. The acts critiqued gossiping hoarding and tax cheating with lessons on family influence and honesty.
The note explains editors may cut or omit stories at the last minute due to limited space. They print what they have room for and sometimes more, so students should not be discouraged. persistence may lead to publication or future pieces.
Teachers log long hours grading papers and recording results, with 125 pupils per teacher and about 4500 mistakes to correct per exam. A Tuesday faculty meeting with Supt. Krause discussed future educational plans and the school calendar calling for 175 teaching days and a May 25th close.
Nell Hodges a senior at Fredericksburg High School was named queen of the first annual Harvest Festival to be held on the school athletic field October 18. A court of twelve girls with escorts and 814 students will participate in coronation and entertainment under Mrs. A K Krause with 35 faculty helpers. Nell Hodges is from Stonewall Texas and is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Ernest Hodges. Donald Dittmar was chosen king.
A humorous column recalls absent minded professors and a tired superintendent who performs quirky actions at home. Another faculty member starts grading themes after tea and, distracted, accidentally pours lemon juice into a cup of green ink, creating a comical mess.
Superintendent Krause spent Sunday and Monday in Austin for the inauguration ceremony of Dr Edwards as new commissioner of Education. Superintendents from across Texas attended the event. He reported a wonderful meeting despite paying 3.50 for a small shrimp cocktail a tiny potato and an inch of steak.
The Senior Class announces Neil Hodges has been elected Harvest Festival Queen. They thank supporters for helping Neil ascend and express appreciation for every bit of assistance received.
Kathleen Gold underwent appendix removal last week at a local hospital and is progressing well. Her seniors sent a bouquet to express how much they miss her and wish her a speedy recovery.
The Commercial Club met to finalize plans for the Harvest Festival on October 18. They will run the Baby Sitting Service at 25 cents an hour, with Miss Mae Schmidt supervising from 1 to 2 p m. The club will also show several films described as interesting and comical to entertain attendees.
Faculty members attended Wednesday night at the Palace Theatre to see the historical adventure colored film Christopher Columbus. They reported an excellent show and urged all pupils to view it.
Student report notes the class watched a film focusing on two standout Macbeth scenes. The teacher assigned the film to deepen understanding despite it prompting a Six Weeks Test question.
The Pep Squad delivered a well executed stunt repetition at Lampasas on Friday echoing the prior week’s performance. Applause and praise flowed, mirroring the earlier reception and underscoring the squad’s coordinated effort and showmanship.
A list of birthdays for individuals whose dates fall between October 1 and October 18 is published. Included are Virginia Hankinson, Carroll Schoenewolf, Bernice Schneider, Jacklyn Mauldin, Alvin Leitz, Gladys Gold, Andrew Alberthal, Frederick Braeutigam, Verdie Mae Herbert, Douglas Felps, Ira Haun, Harvey Ellebracht, Douglas Jung, Clara Lavern Kidd, Gilbert Cermin, Jo Ellen Humes, Jeanette Leyendecker, Erwin Simon, Gloria Jean Young, Mr. Schilling, Miss Evelyn Ging. Alvin L. hosts a lively surprise party with games and banter among friends. Also notes a Life and Accident insurance option for students under school supervision with a $1.00 cost handled by school authorities.
A weekly roundup from a Texas school includes class speeches on risk of inaction, Bacon quotes, and personal notes. FHA district meet in Johnson City featured a style show and panel discussion led by Nell Hodges. FFA Harvest Festival plans and fund ideas were discussed. Run, teachers, run—an incident after a show prompts a curb chase.
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