Two Proposed Measures Stir Washington Debate On War Profits And Draft
George W. Winningham argues against a conscription bill and a five year tax exemption for munition makers. He urges national preparedness with a trained army and insists profits from government contracts must be limited. He also urges seizing Caribbean territories to fortify U.S. defense. He condemns bribery disguised as policy and calls for equity in wartime economics.
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Washington
U. S
U.S
National Legislative Committee
China
America
F S A to Disburse 100000 in Kendall and Gillespie Counties
The Farm Security Administration will loan about 100000 for farm and ranch home purchases in Kendall and Gillespie Counties before September 1 1940. Local supervisor Russell V Kelly announced the effort as district court activity proceeds.
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Kendall
Gillespie Counties
Farm Tenant Loan Rules Under Bankhead Jones Act
The act limits eligibility to farm tenants and related workers with major farming income. Preference to married or single parents, with down payments, or livestock and farm implements owners. U.S. citizens only. Loans for farms must form an efficient unit. Gillespie and Kendall counties review applications through the county Farm Security Administration before August 31. Rates are three percent for up to forty years. Gillespie committee: Thomas Jung, Ad O Kneese, Willie J Berg. Kendall committee: Walter Stieler, J T McCrocklin, Gus Wollenschlaeger.
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United States
Gillespie
Kendal
Bankhead - Jones
Office
Office of the
Farm Security Administration
Gillespie County
Thomas Jung
Ad. O. Kneese
Willie J. Berg
Kendall County
Walter Stieler
J. T. McCrocklin
Gus Wollschlaeger
Origin and meaning of the term Fifth Column
The article traces the phrase Fifth Column back to Emilio Mola who spoke of a fifth column inside Madrid. It explains the term denotes civil war, its spread by radicals, and its use in describing internal treachery in Britain, France, and the United States, with Quisling cited as a genuine traitor.
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Franco
Emilio Mola
Madrid
Mola
Germany
United States
Quisling
Saturday Evening Post
Black Widow Bite Lands Stonewall Woman in Hospital
Mrs. Wm Herber of Stonewall will be 80 in September after being bitten by a black widow spider in her home last Sunday. She was shoeing her right foot when the spider struck, likely from inside the shoe. She received anti-toxin at Fredericksburg hospital and is resting well after several days of serious illness.
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Wm. Herber
Stonewall
Water safety checks in Gillespie County schools
Public health nurse Ruth Kline is testing school water sources and sending samples to the State Department of Health for analysis to ensure safe water for all students. For sale a McCormick-Deering 10 inch Feed Grinder like new for 35 dollars at Boening Motor Sales Fredericksburg A O Boening Mgr.
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Ruth Kline
Gillespie County
State Department of Health
McCormick-Deering
Boening Motor Sales
Frederickeburg
A. O. Boening
Mgr
Lands Declared Economic Mabilities of Present and Future
Fragmentary text notes lands as economic valuables to present and future, stating their sole importance as assets. Emphasis appears on their value to the community and potential benefits.
Debated Draft Ends in Polar Views on Conscription
The piece contrasts pro conscription arguments emphasizing urgent defense with opponents who favor voluntary enlistment. It notes General Marshall warning against delays, cites Sen Norris and others opposing a mandate, critiques the Gallup poll as overreaching, and mentions a possible popular vote on the draft.
For Sale Indian Motorcycle with Motor in Good Condition
Sale notice for an Indian motorcycle with a good motor new battery speedometer and spotlights. Contact A O Boening manager for details and location.
Kendall County Fair Promises Big Three Day Event
The 34th Kendall County Fair runs at Hert Park in Boerne next week with livestock and agricultural exhibits expected to set records. 4-H and F F A clubs showcase, sheep and goats displays for show and sale, with baseball games and horse racing at the grand stand. Dancing each night in the coal pavilion highlights the program.
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Boerne
Kendall County Fair Association
W. L. Sigler
M. M. Smith
The Boys From Syracuse at Rialto Kerrville
Streamlined comedy set in ancient Greece features twins swapped with wives and a nine man cast. Mayfair Production for Universal adapts the Broadway hit with Allan Jones Martha Raye Joe Penner Rosemary Lane Irene Hervey and others directed by A Edward Sutherland.
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Syracuse
Rialto Theatre
Kerrville
Universal
Greece
Hollywood
Allan Jones
Martha Raye
Joe Penner
Rosemary Lane
Irene Hervey
Charles Butterworth
Alan Mowbray
Eric Blore
Samuel S. Hinds
A. Edward Sutherland
For Sale 1934 Chevrolet Sedan in Fredericksburg
A clean 1934 Chevrolet sedan offered by Boening Motor Sales in Fredericksburg. Manager A O Boening promotes the vehicle for sale through the local dealership.
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Boening
Farm Security Aides Visit Fredericksburg in Texas
District Supervisor B Miller of the Farm Security Administration based in San Antonio toured Fredericksburg with A M Cooper to oversee 17 Central Texas counties and to promote a $100000 loan fund for farmers. Laura E Jones and Paula H Long accompanied the officials, with new offices opened in the Palace Theatre Building.
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B. Miller
Farm Security Administration
San Antonio
Fredericksburg
Miller
Texas
A. M. Cooper
Kerrville
Bandera
Kerr
Gillespie
Kendall
Cooper
Palace Theatre
Russel V. Kelley
Laura E. Jones
Paula H. Long
Kelley
Long
Tenant Purchase Committee Attends San Angelo Meeting
Gillespie County Tenant Purchase Committee members Thomas Jung and Adolph Kneese attended an all day instruction meeting in San Angelo on August 6 led by W. J. Green of Dallas. Kerrville Farm Security Administration staff also attended. Applications for 40 year loans at 3 percent are being received at the County Agent's office until August 31.
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Gillespie County
Fair Assn
Fbg. National Bank
Stonewall
Nebgen
Chr. Mathisen
R. L. Wehmeyer
Ad. G. Wehmeyer
F. G. Snowden
San Antonio
B. L. Enderle
Agriculture Administration
Thomas Jung
Adolph C. Kneese
San Angelo
W. J. Green
Dallas
Texas
Kerrville
Farm Security Administration
A M. Cooper
Denny O. Sullivan
Irene Hanna
Lucille Holdsworth
For Sale 1937 Buick Sedan at Boening Motor Sales
One 1937 Buick sedan in good running order for sale. Features include two new tires a radio and a heater. Bargain price offered by Boening Motor Sales Fred.
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Boening Motor Sales
Fredericksburg
A. O. Boening
Mgr
Texas fire chiefs to file quarterly drill reports
Fire chiefs in Texas cities with members attending the annual College Station training school must send prompt quarterly drill reports. Reports cover drill night work, with most members present twice monthly as sessions extend over two hours. In bad weather, first aid salvage knots and ventilation merit study. Credit may be awarded to cities with trainees. key rates are being adjusted.
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Austin
Texas
College Station
Marvin Hall
State Fire Insurance Commissioner
Thanking Voters in Gillespie County
A. W. Mours expresses gratitude to voters for loyalty and support as he returns from a business call to New Mexico in Gillespie County.
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A. W. Mours
New Mexico
Gillespie County
Voice of the Vatican echoes through centuries
A Catholic voice from Rome speaks for 400 million believers guiding moral issues from war to contraception and divorce. The article lauds the pope as spiritual ruler who rebukes rulers and defends human rights, promising the papacy’s enduring influence despite danger. For more Catholic topics, write to: DISCUSSION CLUB.
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Rome
Holy Father
Vatican
Christ
Peter
Short Course Report From Klein Branch Home Demonstration
Mrs. Homer Lee Stevens reported on her trip to Short Course and urged all members to attend. Articles for the Fair were collected and sent to Fredericksburg via Mrs. J. O. Stevens. Attendees included Mrs. W. R. Peril and others with Mrs. Charlie Peril as a visitor.
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Klein Branch Home Demonstration Club
W. K. Peril
J. O. Stevens
Fredericksburg
Homer Lee Stevens
W. R. Peril
Pat Rogers
Otis Wayne
J. M. Stevens
G. C. Stevens
L. A. Stevens
W. H. Stevens
J . Stevens
Charlie Peril
For Sale 1924 Plymouth Tudor Sedan
1924 Plymouth Tudor Sedan for sale with new motor and clean condition. Good paint and overall solid value offered by Boening Motor Sales in Fredericksburg. Contact A. O. Boening for details.
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Boening Motor Sales
Fredericksburg
A. O. Boening
Ifgr
Mrs Henry Hopf Injured In Weekend Car Crash
Mrs Henry Hopf sustained painful injuries when her car struck the rear of another driven by Junior Stevens during a rainstorm. The collision occurred as both vehicles returned to Harper from Fredericksburg with minor damage attributed to poor visibility.
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Henry Hopf
More Rural Roads In County Being Paved
Commissioner Eugene Kramer reports ongoing hard-surface work on Burnet road with three miles already done and 2 1 2 to 3 miles more planned. The new surface uses asphalt topping at about 1000 dollars per mile, while other sections employ bituminous topping costing around 750 dollars per mile. The project uses a roller built by Kramer and Felix Pfiester from a used Case tractor, weighing about 5600 pounds, with water kept on the front roller to protect the topping.
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Gillespie County District Court
Raymond I. Gray
Lawrence Burrer
Fritz Iersch
Alfred Petmecky
Ed. Stein
Foreman
Hugo Usener
Clinton Hardin
Arthur Zenner
Ben Houy
Eddie Ochs
Frank Jenschke
Felix Fuhrman
Fritz Joseph
Werner Crewelge
Emil F. Lange
Herman Weinheimer
Edwin Dittmar
Hilmar Henke
Max Enderlin
Henry Wendel
E. L. Schmidt
Pettit
Ida Ottmers
Austin Mutual Life Ins. Assn
Warren Miller
Edmund Jacoby
Arthur Kramer
Andrew Brandon
W. A. Cottle
Leroy Rabke
Walter Kott
Ewald Hahn
Otto Spaeth
Hilmar Juenke
Wesley Houy
Adam F. Pehl
Dora Pfiester
Hilmar Ellebracht
Sam Honig
Dan Honig
John Knopp
Anton Novian
Jacob Novian
Willie Novian
United States Fidelity & Guaranty Co
Mignon Witte
Lela B. Martin
D. J
Ellen Washington
Robert Buckley
F. P. Smith, Jr
John A. Mitchell
Eugene Kramer
Burnet Road
Kramer
Felix Pfiester
Church Mass and Mass Schedule Notice
Sunday services at 9 30. On the third Sunday and feasts Masses at 8 and 9 80 announced. Weekdays bell rings 7 30 and Mass follows immediately.
First Baptist Church Weekly Schedule
The Friendly Church announces Sunday School at 10 a m Morning services at 11 a m and evening worship at 7 p m led by Pastor Frank Nixon.
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First Baptist Church
the Friendly Church
Frank Nixon
Harper Tabernacle Revival Announced With Mason Preacher
A revival meeting begins Saturday night August 17 at the Tabernacle. Rev Joe Norton of Mason will preach. All invited to attend as Rev E D Wadell pastor of the Lutheran Church oversees church schedules including language services and Luther League activities.
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Tabernacle
Joe Norton
Mason
E. D. Wadell
Methodist Revival Meeting At Harper Church
The Methodist Revival starts September 1 at the Harper church and runs through September 8 with nightly services at 8:00 p.m. and a children’s group at 7:30 p.m. Reverend H. Ellia Thomas, formerly of Harper and now at Center Point, presides with Rev. W. M. Roeder assisting. Dinner on the grounds on Sunday the 8th. bring a lunch basket and join in worship.
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Methodist Church
Harper
H. Ellia Thomas
Center Point
W. M. Roeder
For Sale 1983 Plymouth Tudor Sedan at Boening Motor
Private sale listing from Boening Motor Sales Fredericksburg A. O. Boga ing manager offers a 1983 Plymouth Tudor sedan with four new tires and a good pipe at a bargain price.
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Boening Motor Sales
Fredericksburg
A. O. Bogaing
Mgr
County Health Committee Set Meeting for August 30
The Gillespie County Health Committee will hold its next meeting August 30 at 3 p m at the courthouse. The program will focus on preschool and school children. Mrs Archie Geistweidt chairs this division with Dr Leater involved.
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Gillespie County Health Committee
Court House
Archie Geistweidt
Leater
Por Base Two Room How With Nature Vetin Ave Fos
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