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Fredericksburg Standard

Location

Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1940

Page

3

Fredericksburg Giants Sweep Hydra Gas In Doubleheader

The Fredericksburg Giants defeated Hydra Gas of San Antonio in a Sunday doubleheader at Seipp Park with 7 to 6 and 9 to 5 scores. The home club trailed late in both games but rallied, showing a resilient “never give up” effort to secure the wins. K Hewett hit a key home run for Hydra in the fourth, briefly giving them the lead before Fredericksburg answered.

Elton Jordan Fredericksburg Giants Hydra Gasam San Antonio Seipp Park K. Hewett Giants

Giants Set to Meet Randolph Field Ramblers at Seipp Park

Next Sunday the locals host the Randolph Field Ramblers at Seipp Park in a timely clash. The Giants seek revenge for an earlier loss to Grand Pa Cross, who is slated to start Sunday’s game. Fans urged to come out and root for the boys.

Randolph Field Ramblers Seipp Park Giants Crosswith al” Grobe Pat Klaerner Taylor Gasser Kurstt Tarzan” Klaerner Pyka, Sechnerr Klaerner

All Tied Up Stonewall Wins 2nd Former Boy Playoff Game

In a Farm er Boys League playoff, Stonewall beat the Hydro Gassers 6 to 3 as Kent the Stonewall pitcher held Comfort to seven strikeouts and Gasser left field homered for the Missters. Kent and Deike led Stonewall with multi hit days and the series heads to a decisive Sunday game in Stonewall.

Stonewall

Mexican Colony to Observe Independence Day

Fredericksburgs Mexican Colony will mark Diez y Seis de Septiembre with a two day event at Seipp's Park on Sept 15 and 16. Dances on both nights will feature Marvin Gold and his orchestra. Committee members include Rosario Gonzales and Benturo Benavides.

Fredericksburg Seipp’s Park Father Hidalgo Puebla Marvin Gold Rosario Gonzales Benturo Benavides

Extension Courses May Be Offered Here

Mr W R Boucher announced two extension courses for the Southwest Texas Teachers College in Fredericksburg to be offered this fall. An organization meeting for interested attendees will be held at the High School on Monday night September 16 at 7 30 p m. Courses include Education 125e A Course in Methods and History 125e History of the Old South. Both courses count for graduate or undergraduate credit and those interested may apply by attending the meeting.

W. R. Boucher Southwest Texas Teachers College Fredericksburg

Big Fish Still Being Caught in Gillespie County

Anglers in Gillespie County continued to haul large fish last week. Rudi Lange and Alfons Klaerner returned from an overnight Llano River trip with a 65 pound yellow cat. Coach Chester Klaerner joked his absence spurred the luck. Richard and Ad Weinheimer reported 45 and 40 pound catches in the same stream.

Gillespie County Rudi Lange Alfons Klaerner Llano River Chester Klaerner Richard Ad. Weinheimer

Drive-in Station Stop Noted at Fredericksburg

The notice highlights a stop at Fredericksburg Drive-in Station under Rubin Crenwelge as proprietor for Prop. 32tf.

Fredericksburg Drive-in Station Rubin Crenwelge

Hillbillies Open Football Season With Boerne Clash

Harold Habenicht analyzes Fredericksburg High School football as the Hillbillies prepare for Friday night’s home opener against Boerne on a season of new faces. Programs placards and an announcer will aid fans, with a focus on durable starters and early experiments for future games.

Harold Habenicht Harold Hillbillies Austin University of Texas The Standard Fredericksburg Publishing Coe Bill” Habenicht Boerne Fredericksburg Legion Fredericksburg Publishing Billy Schedue

Former FHS Luminaries Shine At Texas Lutheran College

Reports from Texas Lutheran College highlight Elmer Luckenbach Maxie Ahrens Kurt Lindenberg and Hans Bergner of the Lutherans shown as fast rising players Bergner noted as fastest on the club The piece also covers San Antonio playoff losses to Beaumont and Houston's top finish in the regular season with Detroit Cleveland and New York standings in the American League.

Seguin Way FHS Texas Lutheran College Elmer Luckenbach Maxie Ahrens Kurt Lindenberg Hans Bergner Bergner San Antonio Beaumont Houston Oklahoma City Detroit Cleveland New York Yankees

Plaza Service Station Adopts Remington Ammunition Brand

Benno Stehling, proprietor, announced the Plaza Service Station will now handle the well known Remington ammunition. The shop also issues hunting and fishing licenses, as advertised in this issue.

Benno Stehling Plaza Remington

Jaycees Hear Safety Address Tuesday Night

The Fredericksburg Jaycees discussed highway safety, with Pittman’s remarks urging members to contribute to reducing deaths and injuries on Texas roads. They plan a fundraising drive for Hillbilly team insurance and consider boosting local game attendance.

Jaycees

Commissioners Conclude Light September Session

The county board deferred action on hiring an assistant county agent sharing costs with C of C and agencies. Max Lange was named election judge for Precinct 6, succeeding Hugo Hopf who is deceased. Clemens J. Staudt becomes Public Weigher of Justice Precinct 1 after bond. A lease covers Caterpillar Model 50 and Gar Wood Model 25 road machinery for county road work and farm tank construction.

C. of C Max Lange Hugo Hopf Clemens J. Staudt

New York and Detroit Duel For League's Top Spot This Afternoon

First place in the league could be decided as New York meets Detroit this afternoon. Cincinnati holds a nine game lead on Brooklyn in the National League, with Brooklyn second.

New York Detroit Cincinnati Brooklyn

Ten Pin League Standings Highlight Top Scores

Leo Petsch posted a high single of 254 for the week while Richard Hutchenreuter achieved 559 in three games. Five Aces led the team singles with 854 and Lone Star Beer held the best three game total at 2469.

Leo Petsch Richard Hutchenreuter Lone Star Beer

Fredericksburg High Grad Margie Maier Moves to Fort Worth

Margie Maier daughter of Henry Maier and a 1940 Fredericksburg High School graduate now resides with her sister Mrs. Lee Kellmann in Fort Worth.

Margie Maier Henry Maier Fredericksburg High School Lee Keelmann Fort Worth

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