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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1960
Page
3
Betty Jean Icke and Arthur William Moellendorf were married on May 1 at 4 PM in St James Lutheran Church Harper. Rev. C H Rose officiated the double ring ceremony with fern and red amaryllis adorning the church and Mrs C H Rose playing the nuptial music.
Editorial notes that Rhee steps down due to popular demand, with Eisenhower praising democratic aims while cautioning against irregularities. The piece frames U S support as promoting freedom, preventing communist expansion, and restoring U S prestige as ally of democracy in Korea. It warns against renewed conflict if North Korea and China intervene after disorder.
The Presbyterian Youth Fellowship met at Edward Bailey’s home on May 1 at 5 30 pm with 11 youths and sponsors Mr and Mrs J R Peril Rev Totty of the Baptist Church attended and John Tarr presided Martha Stevens led the lesson on Immorality Devotion was by Mrs J R Peril Next meeting planned at Mr and Mrs J R Peril’s Refreshments were served Mr and Mrs J R Peril and Jim attended dinner with Ola Peril. Kerrville guests witnessed baptism of granddaugh ter Ittle Terry Kay Dendy at St James Lutheran Church.
A chaotic crowd showed restraint while guarding the American flag, a moment seen as a tribute to the U S stance for democracy and the enduring symbol of freedom amid unrest.
The Harper Chapter of Future Farmers of America won first place in the national range and pasture judging contest in Oklahoma City on Friday April 29. Team members were Daniel Fritz Eugene Heinemann Erwin Jung Jr and Willie Lange with instructor Clayton Massey.
Harper High School FFA Range and Pasture Judging team, national champions, were honored by the Lions Club. Members William Lange Eugene Heinemann Daniel Fritz and Erwin Jung Jr spoke on their Oklahoma City trip. Clayton Massey elected Lions President with a full slate of officers. The group received trophies medals and a $95 check. The team competed against entrants from 50 states and 18 foreign countries marking a historic Texas victory.
Theo Kunz announces the engagement of his daughter Marian Kunz to Kermit Strackbein son of Mr and Mrs Edwin Strackbein of Harper Texas. Marian is a Tivy High School graduate and works for Hill Country Federal Savings and Loan Association. Strackbein is a Harper High School graduate employed by American Pure Milk Company. The wedding is set for June 4 at Notre Dame Catholic Church.
Two new trustees Victor Marshall and Gene Harper were seated replacing Doyle Parker and A. B. Barker. John Honig was named president and Raymond Spaeth vice president with Harper as secretary. The board invited public attendance at meetings and the next session is June 6 at 8 p.m.
Dr. Paul J. Schwab, longtime Harper Presbyterian pastor and Trinity University professor since 1928, signs with the Naylor Company to publish A Church Related Anticipates its Centennial. The work compiles a forward look at Trinity's future and an analysis of church related higher education in the United States.
Mrs. Mattie Arnold led six pupils Jaydean Peril Annie Francis Lang Nancy Phillips Vicki Honig Kathy Tatsch and Barbara Stehling in a piano audition at the First Methodist Church Kerrville on May 2. They were accompanied by Mrs. J R Peril Mrs. John Honig Mrs. Hood Phillips and Mrs. Roman Stehling.
Mr. and Mrs. Al Mueller and Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Otto of Llano visited their parents Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Massey Sunday. Mrs. J A Milam who had been very ill in Kerrville hospital was returned to her daughter Mrs. Jess Parker’s home Saturday.
The Harper 4-H Club held its April 28 meeting with many members parents and visitors. Darlene Mrosek issued candy bars to raise funds with bars weighing a quarter pound and selling for 50 cents. Plans include a parade march before the Youth Rodeo in June and a workshop to prepare banners for the club. County Agent C A Stone spoke on pecan tree grafting and noted Sears Foundation gifts to 4-H members on May 31 with eight gifts and one boar to be distributed.
Mr and Mrs Ellis Lang of Comfort visited his parents Mr and Mrs Edwnn Lang. Mr and Mrs Edwin Klein visited Mr and Mrs Albert Leyen decker at Spring Creek Sunday. Mr and Mrs Ralph Morris and little son of Austin spent the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs Chester Itz.
Four Texas 4-H members with 33 years of collective service depart for Washington April 23 29 to attend the National 4-H Club Conference. Delegates Pete Plank Judy Dawson Donald Neumann and Cinda Jane Ellis are Gold Star members and have prior National experience. They are supported by Floyd Lynch and will stay at the National 4-H Club Center in Silver Spring Maryland.
Gillespie County voters head to the polls Saturday for the Democratic primary with contests in governor lieutenant governor attorney general judge and other offices. Uncontested district incumbents include O C Fisher Marvin Blackburn Jr Joseph Leonard Terry Townsend and W E Fricke.
Trustees gathered in Fort Worth announced nearly $300000 paid on the shrine contract with first unit visible on hilltop near Oklahoma City. About $368000 more is needed to complete the initial contract as fundraising expands through memberships and donors.
The Harper Band Boosters Club met May 2 with eight members. Minutes approved from April. Net income $108 from the concert including $24.26 from concessions $7 from candy 50 cents from membership $19.50 from cake auction and $5.25 from admissions. Offiers re-elected: Mrs. Chester Bernhard president Mrs. Edwin Bracatigam vice president Mrs. H. S. Stevens secretary and Mrs. Robert Dittmar treasurer.
Mr and Mrs Tom Whitworth and children visited in the Pete Whitworth home Thursday night. Mr and Mrs Doyle Parker and Mr and Mrs Eldred Roach were in Laredo Thursday and Friday to attend the Lions Convention. The delegates came from Harper Julon's Club.
Dr. Luther Ross announced an Open House for Mental Health Week at Kerrville State Hospital from 2 to 5 p m on Sunday May 8th. Teenage volunteers will guide visitors and hostesses will be in the Rehabilitation Section while Nursing Service staff guide on wards. Refreshments will be served and about 1200 patients will be shown to the public.
Innerspring specialists VLU MATTRESSES offer FELTED AI work and guaranteed service. Leave orders at Harper Locker Plant for Mayfield Mattress Co in Kerrville,Texas.
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