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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1949
Page
8
The piece contrasts the humble birth in a rocky Bethlehem cave with modern elaborate Nativity sets. It notes poverty and stark conditions as the original scene and observes how Christian tradition has since adorned the birthplace with lavish embellishments.
An essay extols Christmas as the children’s season and a pillar of American life. It praises mother and father love, family unity, and home-based joy over state control, urging a holiday that deepens family bonds and moral foundations.
Harper All Stars meet Junction Exes in the Needle Grass Bowl at Junction Fair Grounds on New Year’s Day 1950. The event caps Hill Country football with a decisive aim as Harper rebuilds under Coach Rex Fox and Worth Howe returns to the lineup for a pivotal six-man clash. Proceeds support local plans as the teams settle a tied series with a final shot at bragging rights.
Harper High School entered Rocksprings invasion tournament last Saturday and split two wins with two losses. The team fell to Leakey 34 15 in the morning, beat Barksdale 3 14 in consolation, then lost to Medina 20 16 in the afternoon. Rocksprings won the tournament, beating Medina and Comfort before facing Leakey in the final. Harper later won a home district game vs Medina 16 10. The girls lost to Medina 16 6 twice in volley ball. Upcoming: Harper boys face Boerne at Comfort gym Jan 3. January 6, Harper hosts Comfort for both boys and girls.
A Christmas program was held at the Presbyterian Church Sunday evening. Mrs. W. O. Pape chaired the committee with several assistants. Santa Claus, portrayed by Charles Schmidt, gave 36 bags of candy fruit and cookies to children along with other gifts amid a large crowd.
Baptist Church held its annual Christmas program and tree on Sunday night. Methodist Church plans a Christmas program and tree Friday night. Lutheran Church presents a program and tree with gifts for Sunday School children on Saturday night, Dec. 24. Harper High School Room Mothers sponsored a Christmas Party for Junior and Senior classes at the school Monday night. Room Mothers include Mrs. A. L. Bierschwab, Mrs. Chas. Barrett, Mrs. Pete Whitworth, Mrs. Edd Walker, and Mrs. Alfred Spaeth.
The Youth Sodality hosted its annual Christmas Party on Wednesday night with carols a tree gifts and games. Lunch was provided by Mr and Mrs Richard Roeder and recorded music set a festive mood.
County Commissioners reach compromise on mileage payments for Sheriff Loth under Article 6877-1 covering Sep 1947 to Nov 1949. They set 1500 miles per month at 8 cents, with $3,332.48 to the sheriff for Sept 1947 onward and $1,170.79 paid for Sept–Nov. The court also names C. A. Stone county agent candidate, adjusts salaries, and authorizes extra deputy pay.
The article urges keeping Christ in Christmas by embracing love and charity. It contrasts selfish gift giving with sharing for the underprivileged, reaffirms Jesus's teaching to care for others, and calls Americans to uphold Christian principles in public and private life. It emphasizes family gatherings and reverence over mere holiday festivity.
Bill Kaiser Motor Sales announces the establishment of Ford Sales and Service in Harper. A 1950 Ford V quieres is on display in the new showroom Kaiser built last year. He will stock a full parts line and provide Ford and general auto repair services while continuing the tin shop and sheet metal work for local farmers.
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