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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1939
Page
5
The Harper Herald lists candidates for the November general election. W A Cottle runs for County Commissioner Precinct 2. Henry Holly seeks reelection as County Clerk. William M Petmeycko is named for County Tax Assessor. Gillespie Co, Robert Bob Lothue is listed for Sheriff.
David Clarence Schnerr, Machinist's Mate First Class, son of Mrs. Bertha Schnerr of Kerrville, promoted to first class rating and cited by his commanding officer aboard a U S Destroyer for bravery in Pacific combat operations. He is the son of the late David Schnerr Sr of Fredericksburg and grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Hugo Schnerr. His mother runs a Kerrville beauty parlor.
Tivydale locals recount weekend visits and family gatherings across Fredericksburg and San Antonio. Edger Klein and Emil Fritz kinship groups travel to see relatives. Felix Klein sails to Fort Sam Houston to join the U S Army. Numerous locals attend a Harper Bazaar, while others welcome newborns and celebrate trips.
The Office of Price Administration permits adding any zero point beef item to hamburger, improving quality. Gillespie County volunteers called price volunteers will inspect prices to ensure compliance, while local stores may be reclassified by 1943 gross sales, possibly lowering ceiling prices. Changes effective after June 11.
Allied forces seize Rome as the Fifth Army overcomes German defenses and the city falls after months of CAS SINO fighting. Pope Pius XII hails the spared capital to a crowd outside St. Peter’s. Bombing and street clashes continue in surrounding areas as Kesselring’s forces retreat. Local notices and ads follow, including club meetings and job openings.
Reports of tie in sales where customers must buy unrequested items accompany purchases rise, says Eugene Schmidt chair of the War Price and Rationing Board. He notes OPA regulations prohibit such practices, with bottled drinks often paired with an extra nickel for ice and soap scarce in some areas leading to soap and powder tie ins. All such sales are illegal and should be reported to the local board.
Mr and Mrs Roy Roberts visited Harper staying with her mother Mrs Tobin. Mrs Emma Harlen Mrs Laura Kelly and Mrs Carl Ernst of California arrived Monday to visit T P Harlen Sr and other relatives.
Cpl. Frederick Bierschwabe Jr., Harper, was awarded the Army Good Conduct Medal at the Eighth Air Force fighter station in England. The Keep 'em Firing order technician stood among ground crew praised as Col. Donald W. Graham and his pilots combined to shoot down 25 German aircraft in one afternoon and 75 interceptors in 22 missions. He is the son of Frederick Bierschwale Sr. of Harper.
Intestinal worms and germs cause disease and loss in egg production. Star Sulphur Compound added to water or feed kills worms and germs as fowls eat. Prevents most disease, rids lice mites fleas and blue bugs. Boosts vitality and egg production. Cost very little. Money back if not satisfied. 1.00K Drug Store Kerrville.
A notice states that the hunting rights on the Chas Klan and Albert Maner lands have been leased for the year and warns that any trespassers will be prosecuted. The Harper Herald ad promotes subscriptions and local news, and poultry stock remedies and hatchery notices from Comfort and Fredericksburg appear in the text.
Kerrville shoppers can find wood and oil range items along with fishing tackle and gift goods at Reiffert Hardware Store opposite the Post Office, highlighting varied hardware and sporting goods on display for customers.
A Kerrville advertisement promotes sending a subscription to the Harper Herald for $1.50 per year, plus a bakery and optometry services. Wolf Mueller's Bakery advertises fine cakes pastries and bread, and A. E. Self offers satisfactorily fitted glasses at 728 Water Street Kerrville.
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