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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1926
Page
6
The notice records the post office in Fredericksburg Texas designating mail service as second class matter under postal regulations. It marks the official posting for local readers to note the mailing status and eligibility for periodical distribution.
Editorial notes warn readers to observe Fire Prevention Week with Oct 8 to 9 dates. They urge cleaning rubbish, paint cans, oil-soaked rags, and debris to prevent fires in homes and shops, plus fixing roofs, flues, and chimneys before fall and winter.
The passage argues that although all men may be created equal, children lack equal educational rights across states. It cites compulsory schooling differences and literacy rates, noting one state has 23 percent illiteracy and another 99 percent literacy.
A public question asks whether federal legislation should raise prices for goods sold by particular groups to aid them. If aid goes to one group, should it extend to all groups as well, with farmers urging federal support amid rising costs and government actions.
The passage argues tariffs should raise farmer profits by aiding laborers with shorter hours and setting fair railroad rates. It questions why farmers should be excluded from special government support, noting some groups already receive privileges at public expense and suggesting farmers seek similar aid or abolition of existing favoritism.
A quip from Will Rogers proposes a solution to traffic congestion by removing from streets all cars that have not been paid for. The remark reflects a satirical approach to vehicle ownership and urban flow.
The piece argues capital punishment deters murder, citing Chapman's execution and U S and Canadian rates. It notes police chiefs broadly support deterrence while wardens oppose duty, mentions Leopold and Loeb, and contrasts states with and without the death penalty. It ends urging a test of hanging to settle the argument amid nationwide crime concerns.
Opinion piece condemns tender minded opponents of capital punishment. It cites Whittmore in Maryland and Gerald Chapman in Connecticut, arguing emotionalists seek to spare killers while harming justice. It notes claims of revenge, cruelty, and disrespect for law.
A father in England asserts that daughters generate less anxiety for their parents than sons. He contrasts perceived parental worry levels between genders, suggesting daughters bring calmer family dynamics.
A global shift in budgets shows more money going to face powder than to gunpowder. Analysts cite rising consumer cosmetics demand and stricter warfare procurement as drivers of the diverging expenditures.
The text questions if Americans are dollar chasers and asks Europe for alternate funding ideas to lend money. It suggests that a vigilant American community may someday punish criminals to stop crime.
The remark notes that if about nine Democrats of ten are only two thirds Democratic, the party may need to defend the two thirds rule. It reflects a political balance concern and party discipline regarding voting thresholds.
An Italian paper calls a striking English phenomenon a terrible revelatory symptom of slow but fatal decomposition progressing under algebraic law. The remark explains a sense of decline or disintegration observed in England.
Mr. Lewis K. Smith of San Antonio spent the early part of this week in Fredericksburg for personal and local matters.
Mrs. R. BE. Bernhard and daughter Annabelle visited relatives in San Antonio. Mrs. Adolf Mergenthaler underwent a serious operation earlier this week.
Henry Keller Jr of Loyer Valley departed for College Station where he attends A. and M. College. Albert Nauwald of Menard visited relatives and friends in Fredericksburg Monday of this week.
Mrs. Harry Schmidt of Gold underwent an operation in the early part of this week at the local hospital. The report notes the procedure was performed without complications and the patient is resting.
Reverend Emil Hannemann and his wife with their son Louis travel to Gillespie County to visit relatives.
Mr Felix Mueller and family from Kerrville visited relatives in Fredericksburg last weekend. Col A C Kennedy returned from training at the Reserve Officers Training School Ft Sam Houston. Mr Gus Lehmann of Loyal Valley left for Stephensville to attend John Tarleton Agricultural College. Misses Bertha Schandna Alma Knopp Mrs M Pyka and son and Mrs Felix Burg and baby visited relatives in the capitol city last Sunday.
Last Sunday Mrs. Alfred Schmidt hosted a birthday party for relatives and friends. Dooley's 5 10 & 25 cent Store drew local kids Saturday after Mr. Dooley handed circulars to schools inviting them for ice cream. He traded an egg for an ice cream cone and reported over 200 cones given out.
Mr and Mrs A R Sehelewa of Galveston are visiting the C F Schelewa family in this city during a short stay.
Mrs Hy F Peese and children visited Fredericksburg last week while Mr and Mrs Roman Peter traveled to Austin to visit relatives and friends last Sunday.
Rev. W. H. Bowie of Waco and Rev. C. Stadler of San Antonio called at our office Tuesday. Adelbert Fiedler and family of New Braunfels visited relatives at Fredericksboro. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Jenschke on September 15.
Mr and Mrs Lorenz Knopp and Mrs I G Wehmeyer were visitors at San Antonio on Wednesday of this week, reflecting social travel within the region and a brief local engagement.
Mr and Mrs Alfred Gold and Mr and Mrs Albert Klett traveled to Galveston visiting friends during the early part of the week.
Mr Adolf Klett and Mr and Mrs Ligon of Menard were visitors at Fredericksburg on Tuesday of this week.
After several weeks visiting relatives and friends in this county, Felix Seelig and his family departed for their California home last Monday.
Mrs H C Maier of San Antonio attended the Gymkana events at the Fair Grounds last Sunday. Mr Maier accompanied her to San Antonio Sunday evening, returning Monday.
Ernest Greeven of San Antonio visited Mr. and Mrs. B. L. Enderle this week, sharing acquaintance and cordial call.
Mr. Gregor Blanchard is visiting relatives and friends in Fredericksburg during a brief trip. He plans to stay several days and reconnect with local family members.
The Taylor Burke Motor Co announces new officers Henry Schluter Melvin Miller and Eddy Arhelger have accepted positions, expanding the management team.
Mr Harry Adams a nursery man from Cibolo and his wife called on Mr Ludwig Vorauer during the early part of this week at his home in the community.
Last Sunday night Mr. Christ Merz sustained a fracture to the left wrist following a automobile collision near Cain City. He received first aid at the scene and was transported for further treatment. The incident remains under local investigation with no further details released.
Mr Benno McDougall and family and Mr Stephan Oehler and sons visited the home of Mr and Mrs Edwin Staats in Johnson City last Sunday.
Mr and Mrs Rud Habenicht and Mr and Mrs Willie Koen necke returned from New Braunfels where they attended the fair and visited friends.
The regular meeting of the Public School Auxiliary scheduled for October 1 has been moved to Friday October 8 due to the open house at the Nimitz Hotel on October 1 and 2.
Wednesday night Fort Sam Houston lieutenant Harry Cullins, organizer of the local polo boys for the past month, was feted by polo club members with a chicken supper. Cullins departed for his Fort Sam Houston home on Thursday.
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