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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1947
Page
2
Industrial experts favor the town as a site for industry citing better housing and recreation. Locals agree with simple outdoor leisure and social evenings, noting most residents own homes and take pride in upkeep.
The page notes a long Eastern Star meeting in Junction with readings, songs, and tributes to mothers and past matrons. Attendees include Mrs. Schmidt Mrs. Fox Mrs. Ruskey and Mrs. Arnold with many guests from Junction Harper Fredericksburg Alma and other towns. A tea service featured a red radiance rose centerpiece and five color emblems.
Arthur Reed invites the community to a closing event at Spring Creek Hall on Harper Fredericksburg Road. A beef barbecue starts at 5 p.m. with a children's program at 3 p.m. The play Twin Sister begins at 7:45 p.m. featuring Grandpa's Starting. An evening dance to the American Eagles follows for 50 cents admission.
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