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Newspaper
Fredericksburg Standard
Location
Fredericksburg, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1917
Page
1
Frederickburg Texas loan notice offering long term loans with fire insurance and no commission. Describes loans on acres or more with gold building and abstract available. Family firm advertising.
Fritz Joseph made an out trip to Austin returning Sunday. Prominent Kerrville residents Aug Henke family Nimitz visited Fredericksburg. Adolf Weber ill but improving. Fishing parties at Llano and Pedernales, several neighbors and travelers noted. Col L B Miller San Antonio compared, Milton Ricketson reports stock conditions improving with rain needed. Miss Augusta Knopp birthday surprise. Julius Krueger trip to Mason. Henry Yeager to buy horses in San Antonio. 62 head moved home. Mrs Louis Weinheimer appendix operation successful. Elsie Kolmeier birthday surprise. Fischer Treibs wedding at Northern Methodist Church with cordial wishes.
Bargain alert from Burrier-Maiee Co offering fleecy underwear for the entire family. Stay warm with good woven fabric and durable woolly comfort.rompt
List of unclaimed letters for the week ending Sept 22 1917 includes Matias Carion Modesto Hernandez Antonio Martinez Fester. Call for these letters by saying advertised to avoid sending them to the Dead Letter Office in Washington DC on Oct 6 1917.
Local shop Burrier-Maier Co advertises blankets and quilts at reasonable prices. Items include throw blankets and bed quilts in assorted colors. Customers urged to visit the store for special bargains and bulk purchase options.
The first norther of the season reached here on Wednesday around eleven, bringing a drop in temperature and a gusty wind. Folks recall summer heat and are already preparing for cooler days as nature's colors begin to change toward autumn.
Near Harper early Thursday morning 93 year old Gott Schumpelt died from a gunshot in what a coroner says appears accidental as he crawled through a fence while hunting. He left a wife and two children, and his body was brought to Fredericksburg for burial in Union Cemetery after a Friday funeral.
Just received a beautiful assortment of ladies coats, coat suits, silk and serge dresses, waists and skirts at the store. Full range promises stylish options for the season with varied fabrics and sizes available.
Sunday festival at Zion's Lutheran Church features morning sermon by Prof. C Weeber Se guin and afternoon by Rev. K Konzack. Evening service at 7 30 discusses Luther and the School in commemoration of the Reformation Quadricentennial. All welcome.
Louis and R Sb fKott report their brother George wrote from Camp iraq id that Gillespie County troopers arrived safely and are well. The boys send sincere thanks to home folks for the day of departure and goodies. George Kott was voted captain before leaving and led with soldierly bearing.
Gillespie County teachers participated in the Joint Institute at Brackenridge High School in San Antonio. Represented schools included A and Lehne, plus numerous individuals such as Miss Cora Slahn, Miss Minnie E. Clart, Miss Edna Striegler, A. L. Petermann, and many others, reflecting broad county involvement.
Mr Ernest Dechert of Oehler Bros. had his right hand caught in a lathe Saturday afternoon. The thumb was severed at the first joint and the forefinger split to the second joint. A physician responded quickly and treated him. injuries were painful but not life threatening.
September Term grand jury handed up 15 misdemeanor bills and 7 felony bills before being discharged Saturday evening. State of Texas v. Domingo Rios ordered a $100 fine for carrying a pistol. State of Texas v. Pedro Gonzales found not guilty of rape. Several cases sent back to justice courts.
Dr KE Townsend learns by telegram that his son Roy Townsend has arrived safely in France. Roy, a physician who practiced in Fredericksburg, volunteered for service with the U S Army and was commissioned as a lieutenant after being called to duty.
The Gillespie County Better Roads League met at the courthouse Tuesday night with Judge A H Kneese chairing and Max Schoenewolf as secretary. A constitution and by laws draft was adopted after committee review. Ninety three new members were announced and numerous names listed as elected by acclamation, led by President and County Judge A H Kneese.
The Gillespie County Better Roads League schedules monthly meetings on the third Tuesday. A committee will meet October 3 at Burg’s Hall to discuss roads and enlist members from the Stonewall community. Members include Hy Hirsch, HL Goldschmidt, L H Krauskopf, HL Welgehausen, Robert Penniger, Max Beckmann, Judge A H Kneese, Joe Stein, KE Hoffmann, Aug Hahn, Ad Hopt, J Ostrow, et al. A trip to Austin to meet the State Highway Commission and Blanco boosters is planned to discuss road improvements and federal aid. The secretary will send letters to Chambers of Commerce and Automobile Clubs in Austin and San Antonio to gain support. Dues are 25 cents per month with no entrance fee. secretary Max Schoenewolf will receive membership applications.
The county road crew spent a week on Crabapple Road grading bad spots and improving the Way roadbed to first class condition. The slogan Better roads guides A until county funds permit further work as officials push for rapid improvements. Public roads across the county show marked improvements and residents appreciate the effort.
Southwest Texas State Normal opened formally in San Marcos with about 100 students registered. Officials note wartime conditions may affect enrollment. last year the school aimed to surpass prior records. President C. B. Evans returns as head, and the faculty expresses optimism for the school year.
The Peruvian government instructs its minister in Berlin to demand satisfaction within eight days from Germany for the sinking of the Peruvian bark Lorton. If unmet, diplomatic relations will be broken off.
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