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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1955
Page
2
The annual Ram and Billy Sale sponsored by Gillespie County Registered Breeders Association will be July 9 starting at 1 p m. The sale, limited to yearlings and two year olds with stud rams exception, requires pre sale inspection by a committee. Nannies and ewes will also be offered for sale at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds.
Frances Floyd of Harper promotes the July 4 races at San Marcos and plans to attend every year. She discussed the event with Henry Howell's brother at the San Marcos post office, showing strong local support.
Rampaging Albert led Gillespie County 4H Club softball with a 23 19 1 victory over Harper on Saturday. The only other game on the card saw Crabapple defeat Willow City 14 2. Details list Crabapple at Stonewall and Harper at Willow City.
Doss defeated Harper 6 to 4 with Ted Mund’s seventh inning homer the deciding blow. Kermit Friedrich and Tooter Parker pitched well. no outs were recorded in either outfield field. Harper travels to Fredericksburg while Doss hosts Comfort.
VA reminds World War II veterans that July 25 1956 marks the end of the original GI Bill training for all but a small exemption group. Payments end on that date, even if a trainee has remaining entitlement or is mid course. The deadline does not apply to the Korean GI Bill and most of the 7,800,000 veterans who used the program have already completed training.
The Allen Keller Company was the low bidder for a 4.6 mile road in Blanco County. The bid totaled 61 324 dollars, about 16 000 less than the next bid. The project completes Farm-to-Market Road 1320 from Flye to the Sandy Store.
The Gillespie County 4-H Club Council met June 14 in the Courtroom. Carlton Wendel was elected temporary president in the absence of Marlene Fritz. Final plans for 4-H Camp, June 21 to 23 at Henke's ranch, were confirmed with a $4.00 charge covering food insurance and crafts. The council discussed fair plans, appointed committees, and a display from club vice presidents. They plan to buy a 16mm projector for club use. The softball league, led by Albert, was reported as doing fine. two trophies will be awarded. Members adjourned the meeting.
The Presbyterian Women's Society held its regular meeting June 16 at 2 30 p m in the manse with Mrs Walter Parker and Mrs Pat Rogers as hostesses. Fifteen members attended as plans were made for Vacation Bible School July 18 through 22. The Bible lesson was John 8 2 11 and Mrs L A Stevens spoke on Women in Economics after reviewing a Missions book Off the City Streets. Blueprints showed church remodeling plans and future hostesses, with Mrs Paul Schwab slated for July.
Frank M. Wood of Wichita Falls leads a Texas campaign to fund wildlife work through habitat restoration and scholarships. The program offers 5000 dollars annually in general prizes plus 1200 dollars per year for three high school seniors, with first awards to be announced soon. Publicity and local committee involvement urged.
Stein Lumber Company in the Hill Country invites the public for Open House on June 25 and 26 to tour the mill work manufacturing plant. Manager Tyrus Cox and 35 local workers will demonstrate equipment across four departments including general mill work, cabinet, fixture, and store furniture divisions. The CABWALL line gains popularity for flexible storage in homes, churches, and schools, while custom kitchens feature Formica tops and integrated appliances. Gene Jones family visit noted in Junction.
Mr and Mrs Pete Kramer and two children of New Braunfels spent the weekend visiting his parents Mr and Mrs Alfred Kramer. Other visitors Sunday were Mr and Mrs Erwin Kramer and children of Fredericksburg and Mrs Paul Staudt and son.
A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Barr on June 21. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. E R Brown.
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