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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1930
Page
15
Roy Ammel of North Dakota has invested 40000 in a Lockheed Explorer and aims to fly solo to Paris in about twenty five hours, calling the venture Doing a Lindbergh. He predicts the distance 3610 miles will be covered faster than Lindbergh, though experts expect ten hours or less in the future. Ammel’s war flying background is noted.
George Seldes, returning from Europe, forecasts Mussolini's power collapse within a year and revolution at home. He cites potential Italian-led war to delay change, notes French concern, and admires Mussolini's restraint under pressure. The piece contrasts power with Henry Ford's visit to Nancy and the sultan of Morocco's bed.
Oakland establishes the country first adult educational center with help from the University of California. The center aims to satisfy adults craving information and seeking to repair childhood opportunity gaps.
On opening day of the university for adults, a diverse group of students joined including a banker a day laborer school teachers two doctors a dentist a photographer clerks bookkeepers insurance agents a merchant and two truck drivers. The piece urges that desire to learn proves capability and cites an old Chinese saying about wise ignorance.
A government alleging a Chicago linked criminal runs a theft ring where regular salesmen take orders for any car at half price. Cars are stolen and delivered after paying a $50 bribe to arrange license plate changes. Continued on page 2, Col. 1.
The Texas Republican executive committee received Dr. George C. Butte’s telegram announcing his withdrawal from the governor race. A sub committee studied possible successors but failed to choose. a decision for a replacement may come tomorrow.
Edmund Segner of Austin spent several days visiting at Fredericksburg. Mrs. H. P. Pfeil and daughter Irene and Lincoln Pfeil of Taylor are visiting relatives. Miss Linda Borchers and Mina Crenwelge attended the fair at New Braunfels on Saturday and Sunday.
Mr. Jim Behrens of Mason was among business visitors in Fredericksburg last Saturday.
The Giants resume the Hill Country League final series Sunday at the Fair Grounds against the Llano Cowboys. Giants face a tough test after a shaky Llano victory and fielding hazards including parked cars near right-center and misplayed fly balls. The crowd is urged to turn out in large numbers to spur a home win and keep the race alive.
Kerrville Texas September 18 The Kerrville Bus Company led by Hal and Charles V Peterson has acquired 330 miles of Winn franchise routes between Austin and Houston plus Brenham to Huntsville and Austin to Lampasas. An 1800 acre Kerrville area farm trades for franchise and equipment. Louis Moritz to manage from Austin. Total mileage now over 400 with five new 21 passenger buses.
Pat Heckathorn an employee of the bridge contractor was badly injured in a truck wreck on the San Antonio Road five miles from Fredericksburg Friday of last week. The heavy load of 4x6 18 foot joists caused the vehicle to leave the road and strike a tree. He suffered facial and arm bruises, was found unconscious and taken to Keidel Sanitarium, then discharged in the first days of this week.
Father Heckmann united Miss Erna Klinksiek daughter of Mrs Eddie Apelt with Mr Frank Loth son of Mrs Anton Loth of Fredericksburg on Tuesday afternoon at St Marys Church. Attendants were Theresa Fritz Margaret Klinksiek Willie Kaiser Marcus Wehmeyer. A reception followed at the bride’s mother's home. The couple will reside in Fredericksburg. We extend best wishes for happiness in married life. St Marys School Auxiliary serves dinner and supper in the basement with guests later in St Josephs Hall.
Fredericksburg’s alleged crime wave surrounding a $170 holdup on Monday led to court testimony in Judge A. W. Petmecky’s chamber. Sheriff Klaerner and County Attorney Jung presented details of a 24 hour chase that ended with West and Lewis accusing Rouse and Vander Stucken of liquor theft and related charges.
The dances in Tatsch's Hall at Cain City are canceled due to the death of a son of Mr. and Mrs. Tatsch. The event will not be held as advertised.
Mr W L Bierschwab of the Noxville community visited Fredericksburg last Wednesday and paid a pleasant call at our office.
Raymond Casparis 35 of Johnson City died instantly in a two vehicle collision on a bridge over Toehead creek six miles west of here at 7 30 Thursday night He was on highway work from Stonewall with Alvie Kennedy who was slightly injured Casparis died at the wreckage and his body was taken to Johnson City Kennedy was treated at his farm home Casparis a lifelong resident survived by his mother six sisters and five brothers Funeral plans were set for Friday
The Heart of the Hills League Union of the M E South churches gathers at Harper next Sunday September 28 at 3 PM. Gerald Richardson of Kerrville opens with devotional music scripture and talks. A free barbecue follows the business meeting and program concluding with benediction.
A meeting of principals from two and three teacher rural schools in Fredericksburg decided to align the eighth ninth and tenth grade course of study with Fredericksburg High School so students may enroll without exams and keep credits. County superintendent Herman Usener and Fredericksburg High School superintendent C W Feuge attended.
Edgar Felix Tatsch age 2 years 1 month 16 days died Thursday afternoon at home of his parents in Cain City. Funeral services Friday at 4 PM from his grandparents' residence in Fredericksburg, with interment in City Cemetery. Rev. K Konzack presiding.
Grapetown Shooting Club hosts a Prize and Pot shooting at Grapetown on Sunday October 12. Mr Bartholmae, Handy Andy owner, has leased Schmidt Bros building to expand his trade, stocking fruits vegetables tobaccos candies and cold drinks with a rear room as storage. Opening occurs next Saturday.
A Chevrolet Six Roadster driven by Earl Allen of San Antonio won a 139.7 mile race in 115 minutes 20 seconds at an average speed of 72.73 mph. Blair Webster in a Chevrolet Six finished second in 116 minutes. Of 28 starters, about 18 finished as Class A and Class B groups raced from 9:00 to 9:30 A.M. The course was cleared with soldier guards along the route.
Hugo Schuetze 68 died Tuesday in a San Antonio hospital. Services were held at 324 Idaho Street with Rev. W L Froehner officiating. Burial at National Cemetery with Spanish War Veterans ceremony. Survived by widow Antonette, daughter Almina Truss, sisters Clara Siemering and Louise Braubach, and brothers Robert, Herman, Emil.
The Fredericksburg Polo Club invites fans to attend two matches against the newly formed Mason Polo Club. The first game is Saturday at 4 30 p m and the second game Sunday at 10 o clock in the morning. Club members urge support from readers.
Monroe Wahl returns from Fort Worth. Miss Louise Evers and Adolf Evers Jr. visit friends and the New Braunfels fair. Felix Saenger family and Adela Meckel attend Ringling Bros. in San Antonio. Harry Boos Hilmar Boos Edgar Behrends and the Kellers spend Sunday at the Comal County Fair.
The West Texas Conference of the Methodist Church plans a October 22 to 26 Harlingen meeting to consolidate the Educational Epworth League and Sunday School boards into a single Board of Christian Education. Bishop Sam R. Hay presided at Travis Park Church as Rev. T. F. Sessions outlined the plan.
An organizing meeting of Gillespie County’s Hill Country Chamber of Commerce branch was held at the courthouse. Chas J Dooley, president, introduced Sec J W Chapman who outlined aims and stressed cooperation to maximize the area’s scenery climate and mineral resources. A mass meeting was planned for Friday night in courthouse park with a band concert to educate citizens on the project.
Mr. Willie Sagebiel of Temple is listed as a business visitor at Freder. The brief item notes his travel and professional engagement during the period referenced.
Albert Nauwald of Menard visited his mother and relatives at Fredericksburg. Highway Commissioner Cone Johnson spent Saturday with friends in Fredericksburg.
Mr. Wm. Kramer celebrated his first birthday anniversary last Sunday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Kramer near Harper. His granddaughter, Mrs. Paul Staudt, also observed a birthday the same day, with many relatives and friends joining the celebration.
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