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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1960
Page
1
The piece argues defense budgets reach 40 billion annually but waste and mismanagement prevail. It cites a committee report on supply standardization failures costing 450 million yearly and Navy overspending on ships and radar gear. The author urges tighter economy amid Cold War pressures.
Joan Mitchell argues against divorce citing personal loss from broken homes after World War I. She warns divorce harms children, stresses sacrifice and effort in marriage, and urges couples to rebuild love with God’s help rather than seek happiness through separation.
St James Lutheran Church marks 50th anniversary of its first confirmation class. The 1910 class taught by Rev Stadtler included ten members from Fredericksburg San Antonio Montana and Harper with a reunion and dinner planned after services.
M/ Sargent Fred Bierschwabe, stationed at Big Springs Webb A F Base for six years, departs Friday for Korea to serve one year. Enlisted 1942, served in England, returned 1946, assigned to Kelly Field, then England again in 1951 and back to the U S in 1954. He is married with two daughters Jeanette and Irene. wife and children will stay here during his Korea tour.
An American sociology expert undertakes a seven month study of rural Congo communities around Lodja to assess village life, pastor roles, and missionary impact. The piece notes broader Methodist efforts in Africa, Bible translations, and a new Methodist Investment Fund providing loans for church building projects nationwide.
The 1960 Texas Hospital Licensing Law aims to regulate all non state hospitals with annual fees from 25 to 300 dollars per bed one dollar per bed. A nine member advisory council of administrators physicians and public members guides minimum standards. Royce L Anscraft leads the new Division of Hospital Licensure to survey register and license facilities.
Harper sundry churches issue a cordial invitation to attend services this Sunday. St Anthony’s and Methodist listings note Masses and services with pastors and staff described, urging parishioners and visitors to join in worship and related activities.
A retired extension horticultural marketing specialist outlines key factors for farmers starting roadside markets. Location visibility access and parking matter. provide large eye catching displays. ensure freshness and varied packaging. set fair prices between wholesale and retail. politeness and building customer relations are essential. The article notes an extension leaflet for more tips and that county agents have copies.
Mr and Mrs Hilmar Wendel, after months with Mrs Peter Bernhard, have returned to their Kerrville home.
Dennis Bernhard of Seguin Texas Lutheran College spent the weekend with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Chester Bernhard.
The notice invites attendance for Sunday School at 9 30 a m and Worship Service at 10 30 a m with a student minister every Sunday and a cordial invitation to worship.
Mrs. Anna White of San Antonio visits sister Mrs. George Duderstadt with Mrs. Harold Wells and a friend. Mrs. H L Stevens visits Mrs. Aaron Meadows in Kerrville. Dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. R E Bode include several Stevens and Parker families from here and San Antonio. Mrs. Lewis Stevens from Ingram spends weekend at her ranch and visits Harvey Stevens at Keidel Memorial Hospital in Fredericksburg.
John A. Dittmar advertises for shorn mutton goats aged 2 to 4 years. Contact Rt. 1 Fredericksburg or call MU 5-2082. published 4 1.
The notice lists midweek Bible study on Wednesday at 8 00 p m and Sunday events including Sunday School at 10 00 a m Morning Worship at 11 00 a m and an Evangelistic Service at 7 30 p m highlighting expected worship times for the week.
First Baptist Church invites all to worship with Rev. W. H. Totty as pastor. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. Worship Service at 11 a.m. Evening Service at 7 p.m. A cordial welcome to all.
Mr and Mrs Roy Cottle of Rocksprings visited Vene Cottle with Miss Minnie Hill who had stayed with them. Mrs Otto Rahe and Mrs Day ton Rahe attended the funeral of Mrs Adolph Lorenz in San Antonio. Mrs Edwin Klein and her children joined Rita for a trip to Fredericksburg for a confirmation class.
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