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Newspaper

Fredericksburg Standard

Location

Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1925

Page

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Riley Fox Ceremony Linked To Argentina Announcement

Mr and Mrs D A Riley reveal the marriage of their daughter Ruby to Mr Joe J Fox on September 5 in Buenos Aires Argentina. Fox, from Texas, holds a position with the United States Portland Cement Corp and was transferred from Dallas to South America a year ago. Ruby Riley completed a three year nursing course at John Sealy Hospital Galveston last May. The Standard extends best wishes for a long and happy married life.

Aecablegram D. A. Riley Buenos Aires Argentinia Ruby Joe J. Fox Fox Texas United States Portland Cement Corporation Dallas South America Miss Riley John Sealy Hospital Galveston Standard

Nursery Inspection reminder and notices from Texas

Nursery Inspection Law details from San Antonio urging Fredericksburg residents to inspect nursery stock before sale and obtain a certificate if fungus or insect pests are not found. Instructions include contacting the State Department of Agriculture in Austin or W. J. Abbey in San Antonio. Also brief notices of local residents traveling or visiting, including Alma Gliddon leaving for Houston and Lina Broetzmann traveling to New Braunfels.

San Antonio Texas Fredericksburg State Department of Agriculture Department of Agriculture Austin W. J. Abby White Avenue

Finchmeier to resume studies at Lutheran College

Mr. Hugo Finchmeier left Cave Creek Sunday for Seguin to resume studies at the Lutheran College after vacation with his parents. Walter and Miss Elsie Dietz accompanied their mother Mrs. Herman Dietz of Menard to Fredericksburg last Sunday. Mrs. Dietz is visiting her sisters Mrs. Ilenry Probst and Mrs. Wm. Henke.

Hugo Finchmeier Cave Creek Seguin Lutheran College Walter Elsie Dietz Herman Dietz Menard Fredericksburg Dietz Ilenry Probst Wm. Henke

Fredericksburg Schools Open With Call for Parental Support

Fredericksburg schools will open Monday September 14. Instructors urge full attendance from day one to avoid lost time and waning interest. The home, school, and state must cooperate to achieve the best results for the child. Miss Irene Flachmeier, who studied at San Marcos, is visiting her parents for a few weeks.

Fredericksburg Irene Flachmeier San Marcos

Buick parts sale in Fredericksburg visit

Buick Motor Company representative Mr Birdwell visited Fredericksburg on Thursday. Mr Kott purchased a full line of Buick parts from him during the visit.

Birdwell Buick Motor Company Fredericksburg Kott Buick

Surprise Dance Honors Doctor Witte at Turner Hall

Mrs. Witte hosted a surprise birthday dance Monday night at Turner Hall for Doctor Witte. Guests enjoyed a splendid evening with friends and neighbors celebrating the occasion.

Stork and King Families Social Visit in Fredericksburg

Messrs. B. O. Stork and H. E. Stork and sons and Mr. and Mrs. J. W. King of San Antonio spent Sunday among relatives and friends at Fredericksburg.

B. O. Stork H. E. Stork

Mechanic Diploma Earned By Mr Wm Schroeder Jr

Mr Wm Schroeder Jr returned from Kansas City with a mechanic's diploma after attending an automobile school there for several months. Upon arriving home he overhauled his father's car. On Sunday Mr and Mrs Eddy Loth of San Antonio visited relatives and friends in our area.

Wm. Schroeder, Jr Kansas City Eddy Loth San Antonio Our Bure

Haardt Family Moves to Mason Texas

Mr Felix Haardt and family relocate from Fredericksburg to Mason Texas. Lieut Lawrence of Fort Sam Houston, an officer stationed at Fredericksburg during the recent hike, passed through on his way to Ft Logan. He recalls the kind treatment given to soldiers during their Fredericksburg stay.

Felix Haardt Fredericksburg Mason, Texas Lieut Lawrence Fort Sam Houston Ft. Logan Sle Redericksburg

September Pecan Budding Advice From County Agent

The County Agent explains September is a prime month to bud pecans with advantages over spring budding. Buds can be forced out by March, with careful timing around two weeks after bud insertion and a March 10th limb cut. Buds cost 2 cents each from Kneese's and Chas Meurer.

Chas Meurer

Notice to pecan growers to exhibit budded nuts

Pecan growers are urged to save six to fifteen pecans of each variety bearing pecans. Names will be placed on jars and a pecan show may be held later. Send samples to the County Judge's Office for display in suitable cases.

Holekamp Burgdorf Visit Relatives on Sunday

Mr and Mrs Walter Holekamp and Miss Gretchen Burgdorf of San Antonio visited relatives and friends last Sunday.

Walter Holekamp Gretchen Burgdorf San Antonio

Wanda Hitzfeld Returns From San Antonio Visit

Miss Wanda Hitzfeld comes home after a two week stay with relatives and friends in San Antonio. Rev Lindenberg and family of Coryell are spending their vacation among county friends.

Wanda Hitzfeld San Antonio Rev Lindenberg Coryell

Miss Velma Thiele Undergoes Major Sil Operation

Velma Thiele underwent a significant sil operation at the local hospital. Exact details and date are not provided.

Velma Thiele

Woerner Daughter Undergoes Appendicitis Operation

A daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas Woerner underwent an appendicitis operation last week. Mr. O W Miller of Shiner, field agent of the Institute for the Blind at Austin, visited Fredericksburg in the early part of the week.

O. W. Miller of Shiner Institute For the Blind At Austin Fredericksburg

Mrs Hy Filter Erects Modern Bungalow in Burg Dort's Addition

Mrs Hy Filter is having a modern bungalow erected in Burg dort's Addition. The notice lists construction activity and the new dwelling as a residential project in the local neighborhood.

Professor James Visits as State Superintendent Candidate

Prof W E James, candidate for State Superintendent of Public Education, called at our office on Monday and gave an address at the teachers institute. Carpenters are building a modern bungalow for Mr Max Beckmann in Leyen decker's Addition.

W. E. James State Superintendent of Public Education James Teachers’ Institute Max Beckmann Leyendecker

Rothman brothers head to Houston for college and visits

Arthur Wesley and Gideon Rothman of Mason travel to Houston where Gideon will attend college. Arthur and Wesley plan to visit relatives and friends in Houston El Campo Galveston and Cuero for an indefinite period.

Arthur Wesley Gideon Rothman Mason Houston Gideon Messrs el Campo Galveston Cuero

Big Guessing Contest at Boerne Fair Awards Five Weights

At the Boerne Fair Nagel Bros of Fredericksburg hosted a granite ball guessing contest. Eighteen hundred guesses were made for the weight of the polished bear mountain red granite ball. Prizes went to Ralph Rossi San Antonio, Wm Esser Boerne, G W Klaus Boerne, J G Jeffery San Antonio, and Miss Ida Schmidt Boerne.

Boerne Nagel Bros Fredericksburg Gillespie County Bear Mountain Ralph Rossi San Antonio Wm. Esser G. W. Klaus J. G. Jeffery Ida Schmidt

Heiress Hunters shines at High School auditorium

The Heiress Hunters a play by the High School Alumni drew a warm crowd Thursday night for the Public School Auxiliary benefit. The young cast earned praise for their effort and loyalty to the school, accomplished in a short preparation time.

Knopp Sisters Headed to Austin for Stay

Misses Louise and Rosa Knopp departed for Austin where they plan to reside for an extended period.

Louise Rosa Knopp Austin

Miss Estella Beekmann Visits Fredericksburg Friends

Miss Estella Beekmann of San Antonio is visiting relatives and friends in Fredericksburg to spend time with family and familiar faces during a regional trip.

Estella Beekmann San Antonio Fredericksburg

Baby Born to Mr and Mrs Adam Weber

A baby boy was born last Sunday to Mr. and Mrs. Adam Weber. The family welcomed the newborn with joy.

Adam Weber

Oehler Family Visits Ingram Residents

Mr. A. E. Oehler and family of Ingram visited relatives and friends in our burg last Wednesday and made a pleasant call at our office during their stay.

A. E. Oehler Ingram

Family tour to Braunfels and Seguin ends Friday night

Messrs. Ewald Schmidt with his two sons and two daughters Adelbert Weber and Miss Bertha Weber traveled to Braunfels and Seguin and returned Friday night.

Messrs Ewald Schmidt Adelbert Weber

Birthday Surprise For Laura and Perry Jung

Saturday night Miss Laura and Mr Perry Jung were surprised by a friend to celebrate their birthday. The event featured close friends and a casual gathering in a home setting with light refreshments and well wishes.

Miss Laura Perry Jung

Local Graduate Mr Wilson Herber Receives Bookkeeping Training

Mr Wilson Herber returns from San Antonio where he completed bookkeeping studies at Draughon's Business College. The item notes a corrected day reference in a prior Stan dard issue and prints an erratum for Pfeil Bros Depot Gin advertisements, changing Saturdays to Fridays.

Wilson Herber San Antonio Draughon’s Business College Pfeil Bros Depot Gin

Local Travels and Church Musical Evening in Fredericksburg

Chas Leyendecker and Ad Dietz returned from New Braunfels after several days away. Armand Weber departs for St Meinard Indiana for an extended stay. A musical program is planned September 20 at 7:30 P M in the Methodist Church led by Rev. G Houy. Frank Albrecht and wife visited relatives here, joined by Mrs Paul Albrecht returning home after a brief Fredericksburg visit.

Messrs Chas. Leyendecker Ad. Dietz New Braunfels The Methodist Church G. Houy

Hill Country Teachers Institute Closes With Praise and Kerrville Next

Friday marked the closing day of a highly successful Hill Country Teachers Institute. Lecturers were well chosen and attendees showed keen interest, with organizers promising excellent reception and entertainment if the institute returns to Kerrville. Also noted are a Shoe Sale advertisement, and birthdays celebrated by Mr. and Mrs. Egon Klier last Sunday.

Hill Country Kerrville Egon Klier

Notable Visitors From Minnesota and Texas This Week

Prof. Dubray and Mr. Kook from Austin visited friends in Fredericksburg early in the week. Mrs. Rupp of Pillager Minnesota is visiting her mother Mrs. J. Brodbeck of Luckenbach Texas after five years apart.

Prof. Dubray Mr. Kook Austin Fredericksburg Rupp Pillager Minnesota J. Brodbeck Luckenbach Texas

Mrs C Klett Visits Fort Worth Relative Network

Mrs C Klett, staying with sister Mrs Christian Lehlandt, visits brothers Messrs Wiesemann at Hilda before returning home to Fort Worth.

C. Klett Christian Lehlandt Messrs. Wiesemann Hilda Ft. Worth

California visitors tour Llano and Fredericksburg

Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Kirby of Los Angeles visited the parents of Mrs. Kirby, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Hollmig, at Llano. Mr. Hollmig and family accompanied them as far as Fredericksburg on the return trip to California.

E. M. Kirby Los Angeles Calif

Final Sermon by Rev Bauer at Holy Ghost Church

The Rev William Bauer will deliver his final sermon at Holy Ghost Church on Sunday September 13. Rev Koerner is due back from Europe in the early part of October.

Wm. Bauer The Holy Ghost Church Koerner Europe

Local dealer opens Heyland Garage Star Car agency

Albert Texas resident Mr Herman Lindig has opened a Star Car agency at the Heyland Garage on Main Street and invites friends to visit and view the Star. A cotton stall in show windows demonstrates irrigation possibilities, raised in Mr Lawrence Knapps garden with over 100 bells and multiple squares.

Herman Lindig Albert Texas Star Car Heyland Main Street Lindig Lawrence Knapps

Families Tour Texas Cities Attend Boerne Fair

Mr Joe F Jenschke and family along with Mr Joe Weinheimer and sons visited Austin Buda New Braunfels and San Antonio for several days. On the return they stopped in Boerne to attend the fair.

Joe F. Jenschke Joe Weinheimer Austin Buda New Braunfels San Antonio Boerne

Selma Kordzik Weds Harry Jenschke In Texas Farm Home

Miss Selma Kordzik and Mr. Harry A. Jenschke marry in San Antonio Texas. They will reside near Stonewall where he farms and ranches. The Standard joins friends in wishing them a happy life together.

Miss Emil Kordzik Selma Harry A. Jenschke Fredericksburg San Antonio Texas Stonewall Jenschke Standard

Prochnow Lindig Wedding at Lutheran Church

Miss Margaretha Lindig daughter of Mr and Mrs Willie Lindig and Mr Ben Prochnow of Blanco were married at the Lutheran Church Thursday at 4 00 pm Rev Leonard officiated. After a wedding feast at the bride’s parents home the couple will reside near Blanco. Also notes Sequin resident Max Wahrmund junior visits. State Postmasters Convention attended by A H Kneese in Houston.

Lutheran Church Margaretha Lindig Willie Lindig Ben Prochnow Blanco Leonard Cora Lindig Lexie Klappenbach Reno Lindigs Hugo Beckmann A. H. Kneese Houston

Work on Heart of the Hills Fish Hatchery Begins

Dan Dyess of Brown & Root arrives in Kerrville with 41 mules and crew to start building the Heart of the Hills Fish Hatchery. The team camps on site, with multiple ponds under rapid construction, aiming to complete the contract in about forty days and stock ponds as water fills to ensure strong first year output. Les French, state supervisor, will oversee the project, focusing on black bass production with perch and channel cat fish also raised.

Dan Dyess Brown & Root Georgetown Kerrville Heart of the Hills Taylor Dyess Les French Mt. Sun

Also Mentioned on This Page

Riley — Fox W. J. Abbey Alma Gliddon Lee H. Frazer Conroe Christian Mathiesen Mein Lina Broetzmann Wichita Falls W. H. Schaefer Central Drug CO H. V. Heyland the Loan & Abstract CO Fredericksburg, Texas A. P.C Petsch R. 8. Miller, Co. Agt Chas Woerner Armand Weber St. Meinard Indiana Frank Albrecht Our City Paul Albrecht Teachers Institute Balsar Blum Jenschke - Kordzik Max Wahrmund Junior Mrs Max Wahrmund Felix W. Maier Alfred P. C. Petsch
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