Prohibition Repeal Debated By Samuel Pettengill
The 15th anniversary of repeal is weighed against Prohibition era data showing lower per capita distilled spirit use and improved safety. Comparisons include alcohol consumption, personal income share, alcoholism deaths, and traffic fatalities. Moonshining persists, and critics question federal price controls and rationing. Pettengill argues repeal deserves support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Commerce
Clark Warburton
Faculty
Columbia University
Bureau of the Census
National Safety Council
Kansas
Treasury Department
Alcoholic Tax Unit
al Capone
Samuel B. Pettengill
Veterans Affairs Help Offered By Rep Fenton
Edgar R. Fenton, contact representative for the Veterans Administration, offers itinerant service in Fredericksburg. He conducts meetings at the Courthouse on the 2nd and 4th Friday afternoons each month to assist veterans and dependents with Veterans Administration matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edgar R. Fenton
Veterans Adminstration
Fredericksburg
Veterans Administration
United States
Daniel Webster Defender of the Constitution Remembered
Daniel Webster known as the Defender of the Constitution inspired many with impassioned speeches credited with helping preserve the Union. Throughout history in crises men like Webster stood for liberty and union and strengthened belief in American democracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel Webster
Webster
Fredericksburg Firms Boost Harper Field Lights Project
Fredericksburg business firms and individuals contributed over 500 dollars in cash subscriptions to the Harper Community Park for erection of lights at the football field and rodeo arena. Plans call for nighttime rodeos and grandstand facilities, with delegates Omer Cottle and Edmund Fiedler handling the drive and similar solicitations in nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fredericksburg
Harper
Omer Cottle
Edmund Fiedler
Kerrville
Junction
Savings Bonds Grow in Gillespie County and Texas
In 1948 Gillespie County residents purchased 189367.50 in US Savings Bonds while Texas totals reached 196,448,587.50. Harry Owens of Dallas reported Texans own more than 1.6 billion in bonds earning 42,372,000 in interest. He noted Series E bonds totaled 139,591,216.25 and that 170 percent of bonds remain with original owners. A separate Harper Fat Stock Show notes FFA and 4 H clubs holding a show January 20 at the school barns with Robert Dittmar as superintendent and many class entries across multiple livestock categories prayed by the Harper Lions Club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gillespie County
Harry Owens
Dallas
Gilbert Kaderli
County Savings Bonds
Texas
Owens
FFA
Harper
Robert Dittmar
Worth Howe
Harper Lions Club
Billy
Antone Mrosek
Larry Goehmann
Kenneth Whitewood
Kenneth Casper
Elbert Schmidt
Nannie
Larry Goehmantz
Carlton Wendel
Davene Schmidt
Alfred Edwards
Leroy Tatsch
C. D. Jung
Rain totals and ice impact across Harper area
A 0.68 inch rainfall was recorded in Harper from Monday night to Thursday morning with accompanying ice and sleet. The storm disrupted rural power in the region, downing poles near Cornelil ranch and leaving some areas without electricity for days, though Harper itself remained powered. Farmers and ranchers welcomed the moisture as beneficial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper
Otto Rahe
S.C.R.A
Harper ‘Self
R.E.A
Cornelil Ranch
Doss
Bill's Lunch Room Changes Hands in Harper
Charles Bein takes over management of Bill's Lunch Room in Harper. Bill Kaiser moves to focus on his tin shop and Harper Appliance Store in the new building he erected. Bein, formerly from Harper and a Sonora resident, returns to greet friends and acquaintances on site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bill
Harper Herald
Charles Bein
Bill Kaiser
Harper
Mr. Kaiser
Bein
Sonora
Hill Country Study Club Elects Officers and Plans Style Show
Hill Country Study Club met at Mrs R E Peril s home Saturday Jan 8 at 2 pm with 13 members and 5 guests present. Officers elected for the coming year include president Mrs R E Per, vice president Mrs Fred Whitewood, secretary Miss Duruths McDavid, treasurer Mrs E R Brown, reporter Mrs Bertuas Tatsen, parliamentarian Mrs M Brown, historian Miss Peggye Gould, and conductor of social duties Mrs Walter Parker. A style show was discussed for a later date. Refreshments were served during social hour. Frank Jones of Fort Worth visited Harper Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. E. Peril
Hill Country Study Club
R. E Per
Fred Whitewood
Walter Parker
Corres
Duruths McDavid
E. R Brown
Bertuas Tatsen
M. Brown
Peggye Gould
Harper Teams Compete In Comfort Tournament
Harper High School boys lost 53 21 to Bandera in the first round of the Comfort invitational. Bandera claimed the title by beating Comfort 30 18. Harper beat Blanco 26 16 in the second round and fell to St. Marys Fredericksburg 18 15 in the consolation. Girls and boys games were set for Comfort later Friday at 7 and 8 p.m. due to weather delaying gym work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper G High School
Bandera
Comfort
Harper
Blanco
St. Mary's of
Fredericksburg
Harper Quintett
Harper Girls
Harper High School
Mr and Mrs Lange Visit Wendel Family
Mr and Mrs Max Lange and Kelton visited Mr and Mrs Alb Wendel at Doss Tuesday night. Mr and Mrs Aubrey Harper have moved to Mrs Clara Masters residence to make their home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max Lange and
Kelton
Alb. Wendel
Doss
Aubrey Harper
Clara Masters
Cottle Family Visits Stevens Home Saturday
Mr and Mrs Oren Cottle and their children were visitors in the home of C Stevens on Saturday. The family stopped by for a social call and to see relatives in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Oren Cottle
C. Stevens
Campaign Opens Friday for March of Dimes Drive in Gillespie County
The 1949 March of Dimes campaign in Gillespie County launches Friday January 14 with a major fund raising push. Dr Vern B Spiva says the drive follows a devastating polio year and seeks to rebuild local resources with a goal near 1800 to 2000 dollars. Events include a Sunnyside Tavern dance January 22 with Al and His Highlanders, one dollar admission, and a four night Palace Theatre talent program January 17-20 plus coin cards and public displays coordinated by John Deates cattipeige.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gillespie County
Vern B. Spiva
March of Dimes
National Foundation For Infantile Paralysis
Dr. Spiva
Spiva
Chapel of the National Foundation
March of Dimes Committee
John Deates
Dooley
Harry van Slycke
Radiotation
KNAF
Gibson Co
van Slycke
Palace Theatre
Callesph
Miss Frankie Thurman Marries Eugene Stoever in San Marcos
Miss Frankie Thurman daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Thurman wed Eugene Stoever son of Mr and Mrs Paul Stoever Sr at the San Marcos Methodist Church on December 26 at 4 30 pm Rev Hickman officiated The couple were attended by Miss Lillah Mae Wendel and Paul Stoever Jr After a wedding dinner the couple will reside on Gas Academy Street San Marcos Texas The Thurman and Stoever families travel from Harper Schulenburg and San Antonio for the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper
Frankie Thurman
Frank Thurman
Eugene Stoever
Paul Stoever Sr
Schulenburg
San Marcos
Hickmen
Lillah Mae Wendel
Paul Stoever Jr
San Antonio
Charming
Misgy Wendel
Hig
Harper High School
Southwest, Texas
Henry Wendel
Liliah
Lilah Mae
Junior
G. CC, Pearson
Ferrell Smith
L. J
E. W
Kathryn
Willow Guy
Ethel Davis
Ella Burnham
Austin
Nordhausen
J. Stoever
Erna McBride
Paul Stoever
Gas Academy Street
Texas
District Court In Session This Week in Gillespie County
District Court met in Gillespie County courthouse with Judge Ferguson presiding to hear pre-trial matters in several civil cases. Divorces granted in two suits, promissory note judgments for Gillen and Blerschwale, and a mineral deed cancellation for Marcus Burg. Jury was named for Fredericksburg Hospital case. spring term begins February 21.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District Court
Gillespie County
Ju Te Thomas Ferguson
Leona Besser Friedrich
Charlie Friedrich
Leona Besier
Joan Moritz
Morit Farm Equipment Co
August
Annie Blum
Harry Bou
M. Marcus Burg
H. J. McMulen
Mr. Burg
H. S. Springal Et Ax
Fredericksburg Hospital & Clinic
Carl Durst
Alvin Welgehausen
Nolin Althaus
Victor Weinheimer
Arthur Rabke
Hilgar Beyer
Andrew Brandon
Walter Wunderlich
Max Wittig
Walter Crenwelge
Henry F. Schmidt
Joe Vogel
E. L. Schmidt
Washing Dishes Tips: Rinse in Scalding Water and Air Dry
A reader suggests improving dish washing by rinsing off suds in scalding water and placing items in a rack to air dry. The advice emphasizes hot water for cleanup and moisture removal.
Nitrogen Fertiliser Supply Priced For 1949
The note urges arranging a good supply of nitrogen fertiliser for 1949. It suggests the outlook mirrors last year with shortages likely. The message highlights limited availability and the need to secure quantities early.
Cat tle mow grubs advise and harvest warning
The notice warns to check the backs of cat tle mow for grubs as the season begins. It advises removing pests now and notes expectations of meat and leather yields, indicating an agricultural context and seasonal pest control.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Fenton
Dribe
Harper Lighted Field
Stehling Bros
Walter Ottmers
Riley Supply Co
Stroeher & Holly
Bill Voigt
Oaks Chicken Shop
Eethacewndaal
Travelers Cafe
Stehling Electric Co
the Radio Post & Harper Herald
Juenke & Schoenewolf
A. L. Cameron Wu
Cee
Saenger & Ochs Ae Svkies
Standard Service Co
City Cleaners
Issensa
Henke’s
Down ‘Town
Mkt
Weidenfeller Ser
Sta
Hill Country Impl. Co. Inc
Richard Ransleben
City Tire Store
Atee
B. H. Heinen Auto
Wuest Motor Sales
Henry «Becker Sussssecessen
Otto H. Seip Secre
Reek Bros. Arage Secsecassery
Arthur Reel Cn. Cassurence
Fog, Hosp, & Clinic
Kiehne’s
Kammlah & Heimann
Crenwelge Food Market
Max H. Beckmann
Kuenemann Hardware Co
Knopp & Metzger
Feller’s Garage
Hill Country Cream
Sunnyside Lig
Hartmann’'s Inc
Lohn J. Segner
Hirsch. Bross
Ssesrissesssseees
Krauskopf Bros
Paul Pfiester
Schneider Produce
Henke Bros
Leo F. Klein
Sue Evened
Werner Lindenberg
Moritz Farm Eq. Co
Central Motor Co
Schroeder Bros
Malley Keller
Schanduu and
Reichenau
Gillespie
Arthur Baumann
Eldane Brown
Joe Parker
Carl Baker
Robert Baker
George Parker
Kenneth Maner
Dallas Reiger
Colon Barrett
Southdown
Ewes Clark Bierschwale
Worth Howe Jr
Rams
Clark Bierschwale
Bernice Duderstadt
Ewe Lambs
Delaine Ewe Lambs
Teddy Harlan
Janice Parker
Edward Walker
Delaine Buck
Rambouillet
Ewe
Robt. Baker
Buck Lambs
Corriedale Ewes
Fat Lambs
Alfonsoo Lange
Chas. Jones
Wesley Sageser
Southdown Cros
Teddy Haani
C.D Jung
Cortiedale Cross Fat Lambs
Jackie Eathorne
Alfonso Lange
Hubert Eckhardt
Jimmy Peril
Bobby Benner
Suffolk Cross
Bill's
Frank Jones
Fort Worth
Harper Sunday
Lions
Bobcat
Lake County
Ill
Edgar E. Huff
Deerfield
Pic
Tured
Elizabeth
Edgar Jr
John
Joanna
Patricia
Michael
Sunnyside Tavern
Wasaerved Alse
HERA
Charter Night
Harper Lidhs Club
B. E. Brethan
Harper Methodist Church
Dayton Rahe
Rex Fox
Lions Club
J. F. Young
Llano
Lions Clubs
Harper Club
Pauenue
Mer
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