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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1940
Page
4
Gov W Lee O Daniel secured a clear majority of more than 53 percent in Saturday's Democratic Primary for a second two year term. He led a field including Col Ernst O Thompson Jerry Sadler Harry Haines former Gov Miriam Ma Ferguson and Cyclone Davis.
In a victory speech Lewrenes L Bruhl thanks voters for the Democratic nomination for State Representative in the 85th District. He pledges impartial service to all counties, highlights highway projects, and aims for broader cooperation among district communities. He notes the prior candidate did not win nominating, and expresses focus on best interests of citizens.
Lawrence L. Bruhl of Llano was nominated for representative over A. W. Mourland of Johnson City. Unofficial returns show the race close but unlikely to change the outcome. the overall primary results include O Daniel leading governor and Tom Connally renominated.
The annual Stonewall Community Fair will be at Weinheimer's Hall on Sunday August 11. A 1:30 p.m. entertainment program is planned with no admission fee, featuring Fredericksburg business grand dance and Pehl's Orchestra. Rural products and fruit will be displayed and sold.
Detroit News editorial argues against hero worship and concentrated power, urging President Roosevelt to fight dictatorship at home. It warns that encroaching authority could erode constitutional limits and threaten democracy, emphasizing civic duty and broad protections for rights.
The Harper Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. Fred Wedekind's home with vice president Mrs. Baethge presiding. A resignation from former president Mrs. Glass was read and accepted. A social is planned for Aug 11 and the group will not meet again until July 27. Cemetery donations were listed from numerous members and friends totaling a substantial fund contribution.
Farmers' League in Floresville urges unity to confront two looming forces in the 47th Texas Legislature the monopolists and the sales tax. The group cites past gains from the Dirt Farmers Congress and announces hiring Bailey B. Ragsdale as a full-time lobbyist to advocate for agriculture in Austin.
Harper routs Willow City 19 to 3 as O Cottle allows two runs in eight innings and Harper collects 18 hits. McDougall and Lumpkins lead with three hits each. Dayton Rahe homers for the feature hit. Willow City commits eight errors as Harper gains first victory in the 1940 Farmer Boys schedule.
A Texas Farmers League notice argues against a new 40 to 60 million dollar sales tax, warns of reduced buying power, and calls for broad backing from farmers, business leaders, and civic groups to fund and support opposition while defending farm rights.
Parker Willson known as master of ceremonies for the Light Crust Doughboys is booked for Fredericksburg appearances during Gillespie County Fair on August 17. He sings imitates and composes songs for the Doughboys while they travel in a sound equipped bus sponsored by Burrus Mill and Elevator Company.
The Doss Improvement Club met July 20 with 40 members present. A August 10 fair was planned and committees were appointed for exhibits barbecue refreshments rodeo and flower arrangement. Community members were invited to bring exhibits and the meeting adjourned after ice cream bars. The school bond election that Saturday passed 66 to 7.
Joe Molberg was elected editor of the Fredericksburg Wochenblatt after a directors meeting at Fredericksburg Publishing Co. He has worked at the Robert Blum Store and filled in for the late R. S. Klett during his illness. C. E. Bein visited Junction Sunday to meet his daughter, Mrs. Granville Barker, and grandchildren.
The secretary treasurer urges local leaders to meet the president and mobilize business leaders and the Chamber of Commerce to oppose a 7,000 pound load limit and a sales tax. He asks candidates for the State Legislature to view these as attacks on income, liberty, and independence and to contribute to the legislative fund.
The article discusses the Catholic Church’s Index of Forbidden Books and its General Rules. It explains that the index lists significant works rather than all titles, guiding Catholics to avoid books that could harm faith and morals. It emphasizes free thought limited by spiritual safeguarding. Information on Catholic subjects available by writing to the shown address.
Members of the American Legion Louis Jordan Post No 244 reelected all officers for another year at the district court room meeting. Ex commander Lou Roberts and Ed Ridell among speakers slated for the August 4 Klaerner park reunion with Fredericksburg Junior Concert Band in new uniforms and barbecue and refreshments provided. More than a thousand ex service men and families are expected to attend with committees named to manage entertainment and gate duties. A second note lists two 6 room houses for sale in Austin with cash price and contact details.
The U S Department of Agriculture through the Farm Security Administration announces loan eligibility for the purchase of farms by ten nant farmers in Gillespie County. Applications are being accepted at the County Agent's office in Fredericksburg with blanks available and due by August List.
Esther Wendel visits Miss Marthe Peanese Balshes of Melvin for a social call. The brief note records the meeting as a local courtesy visit in the community.
Three polling places lacked a democratic primary election. The county is urged to monitor the Willkie presidential vote in November and observe the Republican nominee for governor’s vote tally.
The notice lists Sunday Masses at 9 30 with additional 8 o clock service on feasts and the third Sunday monthly. Weekdays begin with a 7 30 bell and Mass follows immediately.
The Friendly Church hosts Sunday School at 10 a.m. and morning services at 11 a.m. Evening worship is at 7 p.m. Pastor Frank Nixon leads worship at 9 a.m. with Sunday school at 10 a.m. on the second, third and fourth Sundays of each month.
Walter C. Prebet is listed as pastor with service times noted as 8:03 p.m. and additional unclear information for Sunday offerings.
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