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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1942
Page
4
The article recalls a New Deal effort led by Eleanor Roosevelt directing 160 families in 1933 to a housing or settlement project. The piece frames the campaign as a notable but contested initiative amid the era's poverty relief programs.
The Arthurdale venture led by Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt fails to deliver after eight years. About $2.66 million poured in with only $175,000 expected back from selling homesteads. The program costs about $20,000 per family, with government retaining liens on community assets. The piece questions the project as a costly pet and notes strong opposition to conscripting women for defense.
In 1936 and 1941, hunters recount the James River Ranch hunt near Harper Texas. Homer Hughs hosts a two day hunt for guests, with deer and buck totals, game wardens, and a shift to shorter seasons.
C J Dooley announces Gillespie county must purchase 14000 in Bonds and Stamps in May or larger monthly amounts during WWII. He says the nation targets 1 billion monthly and Gillespie will meet and exceed its share, with local residents ready to rally for victory and support fighting men.
Arnold Markwordt Bill Kaiser Walter Markwordt Gilbert Pape and Frank Staudt pose with their deer on the James River Ranch 16 miles northwest of Harper The party each filled his limit of one buck during the 1941 season Kaiser took a 14 point Staudt a 10 pointer Pape a 6 pointer Walter Markwordt a 7 pointer and Arnold Markwordt an 8 pointer Two deer were bagged during the season.
Harper P T A praises Rev Gitter and cast of Aunt Tillie Goes To Town for a successful play. Officers to be installed May 8 under Mrs David Schmidt as budget aims for a second project next year. West Wing rock work and gymnasium auditorium roof completed as work shifts to football field in summer.
Mrs. B R Heath hosted a birthday party for her daughter Shirley Ray honoring her 10th birthday. Outdoor games thrilled a large group of Shirley's friends and schoolmates. Ice cream angel food cake and candy favors were served to numerous children including Joe Ann Kaiser Suell Roberts Teddie Harlen Elise Betty Augusta Dorothy Stench Ray Jackie Pickett Ruth Jones Joe Cherry Emily Kroll Lillian Joseph Lang Gilbert Strackbein Bonnie Casper J T Jones Robert Whitewood Ora Lee Tamora Jones Lellene Smith and June Casper. Mrs P F Jones assisted with the serving.
Walter Frantzen, son of Mr and Mrs August J Frantzen of Fredericksburg, is stationed at Camp Walters Mineral Wells Texas. He has been assigned to the army medical unit and is taking a special course in the X Ray department.
Mrs. Ed Walker hosted a lawn party on the Presbyterian church lawn Tuesday afternoon for her son Jesse Edward's seventh birthday. Miss Myrtle Reed and classmates attended with several small friends. Each guest received a balloon. Cocoa nut cake, chocolate muffins and lemonade were served to 36 children with assistance from Mrs. Wallace Brown and Mrs. Fred Blerschwaie.
A short notice urges readers to settle outstanding subscriptions, reminding that prompt payment sustains the newspaper’s delivery and service.
William Kramer known as Pete, son of Mr and Mrs Alfred Kramer of Harper, working in a San Diego aircraft factory, slipped while on a plane. His ring caught on a edge, severing a finger, and he fell about 10 feet, losing consciousness. He has partially recovered and plans a Texas visit this August.
Texas Governor Samuel Sonson said gasoline rationing would be pointless for Texas. He aligned with Ickes and Henderson on limited nationwide measures, noting Texas has ample crude and refineries. He warned rationing could further reduce already cut crude production and worsen transport issues.
A total of 1138 Gillespie male citizens aged 45 to 65 registered in the fourth Draft Registration Day on April 27. Names and serial numbers will be posted in the courthouse on May 20 and available for publication.
Private Erhardt W. Klein, 23, son of Mr and Mrs Edwin J Klein of the Willow section, is a member of the U S Air Force Station Complement at Paine Field Everett Washington. He was inducted from Gillespie county on February 16 and was slated to report for foreign service per a relative’s letter.
The Harper area recorded 3.07 inches of rain in April with showers and heavy downpours. The moisture eased drought concerns, improving crops and pasture. Mr. and Mrs. O V Roberts of Gatesville are visiting as land sold to the government funds Camp Hood training area.
The Harper High School Home Economics department receives new furnishings from the PT A committee after a Fredericksburg trip by the second year class. Purchases include living and dining room suites draperies stoves and sewing supplies. The upgrades aim to support thrifty buying lessons and may aid a potential third year affiliation with the state education department.
A PTA sponsored play by a 16 year old cast drew a capacity crowd on Saturday night. Ticket sales totaled 105.85 and refreshments raised about 820 in proceeds.
Fourth Tech Sergeant Will H Wahl age 16 is the second youngest non commissioned officer in the U S Army from Gillespie County He turns 17 on May 6 two weeks older than Sgt Hilmar Lang Jr whose photo appeared last week Wahl enlisted January 14 1941 and served in San Antonio before transfer April 15 1942 to Camp Shelby Mississippi where he serves in Battery C 203rd F A Battalion He attended Fredericksburg High School and was a junior when he enlisted.
Beginning May 4 1942 every resident 18 and over must register at the public school in Gillespie County to obtain a War Ration Book for each family member. One registrant may apply for all members, answering questions on name, physical traits, age, and sugar ownership. If books run short, more can be requested from the Local Rationing Board.
A one reel short subject titled Fighting the Fire Bomb, produced for national defense by the Office of Civilian Defense, will be shown at the Palace Theatre on May 1 and 2. The film explains methods to combat incendiary bombs during air raids and is distributed by Warner Bros in cooperation with the War Activities Committee. Also noted are other government films including Any Bonds Today and Ring of Steel. Mr and Mrs Charlie Rogers were guests of Mr and Mrs J J Cosper Wednesday night.
Next Friday May 8 the Harper P T A holds its last meeting of the term with a school of instruction by Mrs Carl Garner district vice president. The program runs 9 a m to 3 p m and includes officer reports and installation. New and retiring officers urged to attend both sessions. Local social notes follow.
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