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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1965
Page
3
The State Health Department urges Texans to recognize rattlesnakes and seek medical advice in emergencies. Experts advise standing still or moving away slowly to avoid provoking a strike, as rattling does not guarantee attack. Knowledge reduces fear and protects children and adults alike.
Harper Longhorn Band representing Texas Lions District 2A2 returned from Los Angeles with the Texas Parade Marshal's Award for cooperation in the parade and floor demonstrations. The group led the Texas delegation, toured Warner Brothers Studios and Disneyland, and performed at two hotel breakfast events.
The A and I Marching Band from Ninesville won best marching band at the World Convention of Sdowas International in Los Angeles. The group, led by band director Joseph Bellamah and 83 members, performed at the Los Angeles Statler Hilton and appeared at venues across Phoenix and the Warner Brothers studio. The Lions Clubs supported the band with funding from District IAS. Randy Dietel reported from the field as the band carried a 14 county banner in the international parade.
Human interest notes recount the Harper band trip to California with desert sights Disneyland clean facilities and friendly staff. Texans endured cool weather and a rough bus ride while riders name favorites from the Pacific coast to Los Angeles and Phoenix.
Officers for the coming year were elected at the Harper Legion Auxiliary meeting. President Anna Fay Bode, First Vice Pegorye Brown, Second Vice Stella Whitworth, Secretary Fay Gamel, Treasurer Verde Fletcher, Chaplain Jane Bailey, Sergeant at Arms Elizabeth McDougall, Historian Marie Taylor. Installation at the August meeting. Reports from Boys and Girls State by Raymond Jones and Gay Walker. Visitors welcome. Jim Armstrong to lead the Legion next year and Herbert Game will serve as adjutant. Dorothy spent the weekend with Edwin Lange and Mrs Hughes.
Fredericksburg National Bank Security State Bank and Trust and First State Bank of Harper report total deposits rising to 17 154 363 85 from 16 470 622 33 and total assets increasing to 18 986 128 92 from 18 332 602 55 as of June 30 1965 driven by strong business conditions and rising tourist trade in the LBJ country.
The Mason Jaycees announce the second annual rodeo at the Mason Fairgrounds Rodeo Arena on Friday and Saturday July 23 and 24. Events include bareback, calf scramble, roping, riding and a match roping between Dayton Reichenau and Johnny Bierschwale, with gate opens and entry information provided.
Work restarted on the Community Path project to complete rodeo pens and arena. The project is cosponsored by the Harper Roping Club Lions Club Community Park Board and aims to finish in about two months with scheduled work days on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Miss Shay Friedrich, bride elect of Douglas Tatsch, was honored with a Friday night shower at the Harper Community Building. Blue and white decor, white carnations, and pink attire highlighted the event with Gay Friedrich presiding at registration and many relatives attending.
The Gillespie County Fair catalogue for 1965 is dedicated to Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, a native of Fredericksburg born in 1885. The 200 page volume highlights the fair’s history, features a queen image, premium lists, livestock, horse racing, grandstand entertainment, and greetings from local firms. It includes notices of attendees and local visits, with copies obtainable from Mrs Lull Petmesky.
The descendants of Henry and Elizabeth Kuemmel Wendel gathered at Community Park on Sunday July 11 for devotional services led by Clarence Crenwelge with Weston Luckenbach leading songs. Ninety eight attendees included Alfred Steadler Sr of Cherry Springs as the eldest at 89 and Lori Jean Watts as the youngest. The longest distance traveled came from Martha Nell Luckenbach of Penn. The John Wendel family had the largest turnout and Le Roy Rede and Henry Wende prepared the noon barbecue.
The Harper Lions Club meeting elected Gene Harper as president and scheduled a July 20 barbecue at the community park for Junior Rodeo helpers. Volunteers to supply mutton and pies, plus a sign repaint on Highway 87, were discussed. The Harper Longhorn Band and sponsors attended after returning from the Los Angeles Lions International Convention.
Fredericksburg events showcase a sausage supper and German song program at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds on July 24. The Chamber of Commerce teams with the Fredericksburg Historical Society for a style show, German choirs, an oompha band, and a sock hop by the Crossfires, with tickets $1.25 and local sale points listed.
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