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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1949
Page
1
The Harper Herald publishes weekly on Fridays from Harper Texas. This notice lists publication details including post office classification Second Class Matter under the 1876 act and contact information for the authorized reporter in Harper Texas.
The article extols frequency modulation as a near static free radio invention that could create jobs, extend local outlets to 2000 5000, and reduce the dominance of AM. It argues free speech and democracy rely on diverse radio voices, warning against planned economies and gatekeeping by few cities.
Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Lehne were business visitors in Fredericksburg on Friday, inspecting local enterprises and meeting with associates during their trip.
The American Bible Society recalls seven American flyers marooned on a Pacific island who learned to read the Bible from natives around a campfire. The Presbyterian Church plans a $27,000,000 postwar reconstruction drive, while the Congregational Christian Churches seek $4,500,000 for needs at home and abroad. Mormon Church names George Albert Smith as eighth president after Heber J. Grant’s death. Prisoners of war turn to religion, with clergy and lay leaders noting growth in faith among captives and communities rebuilding after conflict.
A Texas congressional meeting heard Lt. Petritz recount Japanese brutality aboard a prison ship where 230 died. The letter warns against making the Fair Employment Practices Committee permanent, detailing proposed powers to hire and fire, school board mandates, jury rights, and veteran protections, with broad opposition from radicals and labor groups.
A reader notes a long standing custom of tipping hats to churches and reflects on Jesus teaching that he will give his flesh and blood as the bread and drink of life. The piece questions belief among followers and hints at a failing bureau needing revival.
A Catholic parish bulletin highlights Mass times for June 17 at First Baptist and the church activities. It notes St Anthony's Feast barbecue, choir and trustees invitations, and Religious Vacation School enrollment. mentions Catholic Hour programs and reverence for the Blessed Sacrament, with admonitions to seek Catholic guidance.
Sunday service schedule includes Union Sunday School and Children’s Day program Shep herd s of Souls. Father’s Day Observance features a sermon Father Give Them Christ. No afternoon service due to a 2:00 p m bus to Buffalo Gap. Youth conferences at Trinity University later in June and July.
Regular services are held every other Friday in the home of Mrs. Carrie Calentine. Mrs. Hannah Welsch returned home after visiting her mother in Santa Anna. Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Hopf visited Mr. and Mrs. Fred Nabers in Kerrville Sunday evening. Mrs. Emma Harlen left Saturday to return to her home in California.
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