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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1940
Page
9
Governor W Lee O Daniel wins renomination in a Democratic Primary with over 53 percent of votes. He defeats five opponents including Col Ernst O Thompson Jerry Sadler Harry Sines Miriam Ferguson and Cy Clone Davis. The result surpasses his 1938 showing of just over 51 percent.
A candidate thanks voters for the Democratic nomination and pledges to serve all people impartially if elected. He emphasizes highway unity, cross-county representation, and nonpartisan duties, while noting the equitable selection across counties within the district.
Lawrence L. Brohl of Llano was nominated for representative over A W Mourland of Johnson City. Unofficial returns shown may change slightly but not enough to alter the outcome. O Daniel leads governor race with over 54 percent. other statewide results listed with names and vote totals.
The Stonewall Community Fair will take place Sunday, August 11, at Weinheimer's Hall. An afternoon program starts at 1 30 p m with free admission. Fredericksburg business Seeaha provides a daylong event with music and dance as Pehl's Orchestra performs. Exhibits feature agricultural products and fruit.
Eighty nine votes were cast in the Har peer precinct election as reported by local authorities. The brief item records voter turnout and the precinct tally.
A Detroit News editorial argues the United States must guard democracy at home, warning against presidential overreach and party power grabs that resemble dictatorship. It urges Roosevelt to curb domestic dictatorship and defend American traditions and voting rights.
The June 28 1940 message from Floresville Texas warns of two powerful threats to Texas farmers the 7000 pound truck load limit and a proposed sales tax. It urges merging farm groups into one voice via the Dirt Farmers Congress and highlights Bailey B Ragsdale as a full-time lobbyist to advance agricultural interests.
The Harper Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. Fred Wedekind's home with Mrs. Baethge presiding. A resignation from former president Mrs. Glass was accepted. A social is planned for August 11 and meetings resume July 27 at Mrs. A. C. Wendel's home. Cemetery Fund reports and donor list noted.
Harper defeats Willow City 19 to 3 in a senior league game as O Cottle allows two runs over eight innings. Rahe hits a homer for Harper, while Willow errs eight times led by Rabke and Gold. Day ton Rahe leads Harper with three hits, and Cottle adds two for three. Willow hosts Stanwall next, Harper visits Ingram.
Pecan Belt Nursery in Fredericksburg Texas advertises apples and pears for eating and cooking with limited stock and urging readers to order now before they run out.
Parker Willson known as the genial master of ceremonies for the Light Crust Doughboys is booked for Fredericksburg appearances on August 17 at Gillespie County Fair. He sings imitates and composes songs for the Doughboys and plans their programs. The Doughboys travel in a special sound equipped bus. Burrus Mill & Elevator Company sponsors the event.
The Doss Improvement Club held its July meeting with 40 members present. A August 10 fair was planned with committees named for exhibits, barbecue, refreshments, rodeo and flower arrangement. Community members were invited to bring exhibits and volunteers peopled the event. A school bond election that day passed 66 to 7.
Joe Molberg was elected editor of the Fredericksburg Wochenblatt after a directors meeting of the Fredericksburg Publishing Co. Molberg, long employed at the Robert Blum Store, had been filling in for the late editor R. S. Klett. C. E. Bein visited Junction Sunday and met his daughter Mrs. Granville Barker and her children.
Secretary urged to meet the president promptly and mobilize business leaders and the Chamber of Commerce. Citizens are asked to inform voters of the dangers of a 7,000 pound Load Limit and a Sales Tax while pressing State Legislature candidates to oppose them and support a legislative fund drive.
A Catholic explanation of Church control over reading material through the Index of Forbidden Books. It argues the Church has right and duty to protect faith and morals and compares it to medical or chemical restrictions on dangerous substances. It notes General Rules guide readers and allows dispensations for approved scholars. Information on Catholic topics is available by writing to the address provided.
Ex service men from Louis Jordan Post No 244 reelected all officers at annual meeting in the old court house. Legion Auxiliary names officers and over a thousand ex service men and families expected for Sunday August 4th reunion with speakers from Borger San Angelo and veterans groups. Fredericksburg Junior Concert Band to perform and a barbecue and refreshments planned. For sale two 6 room houses in Austin Avenue B Fredericksburg Texas by A F Behrend.
The Farm Security Administration announces Gillespie County as eligible for loans to purchase farms for tenant farmers. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, farm tenants or workers, willing to cooperate with FSA, and meet criteria on credit, stability, farming ability, and family health. Preference for those unable to obtain loans from other sources.
Three polling places lacked a democratic primary election observation. Watch the Willkie for president vote in the county in November and the Republican nominee for governor to gauge expected margins and turnout.
The schedule lists Holy Masses on Sundays at 9 30 and 8 for feasts as announced. Third Sunday of the month Mass also noted. Weekdays begin with a bell at 7 30 followed by Mass.
The Friendly Church lists Sunday School at 10 a.m. Morning services begin at 11 a.m. and evening worship is at 7 p.m. Frank Nixon is noted in the church pasteboard entry.
Services at 9 a.m. with Sunday school following at 10 a.m. on the second, third and fourth Sundays of each month.
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