Wedekind Fireplace Showpiece Draws Visitors
In the Wedekind home Mr and Mrs J F Wedekind display a remodeled fireplace built with rocks from many places. Hundreds of visitors praised the unusual beauty of the rocks and the fireplace noting sources include Chester Vermont Arizona Oklahoma Minnesota Michigan Rocky Mountains Nevada Louisiana Arkansas South Dakota Oregon Idaho Texas New Mexico Old Mexico Sweden and Egypt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Wedekind
Chester
Vermont
Arizona
Oklahoma
Minnesota
Michigan
Rocky Mountains
Nevada
Louisiana
Arkansas
South Dakota
Oregon
Idaho
Texas
New Mexico
Old Mexico
Sweden
Egypt
Defense Savings Bonds offer full maturity and widespread sales
The article explains that holding Defense Savings Bonds to full term yields maximum returns, with Series E bonds increasing about 33 1 3 percent over 10 years. It notes the government aims to sell bonds widely in post offices banks and stores. It also mentions local visitors Mr and Mrs Jake Smith and Mr and Mrs Fred Whetstone visiting Harper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury
Cottle and Silvers Wed in New Braunfels Home
Carol Cottle and Bernice Silvers married Saturday night at Miss Silvers home in New Braunfels. Carol is son of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Cottle of near Harper and Bernice is daughter of Mrs. Patsy Silvers of New Braunfels. Bernice had been living with her sister Mrs. Omer Cottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carol Cottle
Bernice Silvers
Miss Silver
New Braunfels
Carol
Roy Cottle
Near Harper
Miss Silvers
Patsy Silvers
Omer Cottle
Is There a Master Mind Behind Nature and Law
A Catholic Information discussion argues that natural order, fixed laws, and purposeful design imply a Creator. It compares chance to a friend arranging cards and asks who moves the earth, concluding motion and order point to a First Mover, God. Presented by St. Anthony's Church Discussion Club, Harper Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Anthony's Church
Harper, Texas
Invasion Improbable Says Army Leader On War Hysteria
Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Phillips argues in Army Ordinance that the United States coast is effectively impregnable to invasion. He compares Norways defense to U Boats and air power, asserting a 40 to 50 troop ship convoy could not slip ashore. He stresses the futility of any invasion attempt against the U S.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Phillips
United States
Tru
Norway
Twenty Years a Growing in Europe War Debate
The article argues the United States has advanced toward war through repeals and alliances while Stalin’s entry creates awkward moral grounds. It warns that US military involvement would extend hostility, deepen misery, and swell debt, urging nonintervention as the wiser path to counter Hitler and Stalin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stalin
Hitler
United States
Europe
Knopp and Metzger Store Nears Opening
Rapid progress on the Knopp and Metzger building with plate glass windows installed last week. Interior work including painting fixtures hardwood flooring and finishing touches is rushed this week. Neon signs were tested Tuesday night and the modern lettering spells the firm name. Expect opening within four to five weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knopp & Metzger
Visitors in Corona New Mexico Visit Family
Mr. and Mrs. Willie Strackbein and children stayed with Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Grosenbacher in Corona. Miss Doris Hopf, a San Marcos college student, spent the weekend with her mother Mrs. Hugo Hopf.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willie Strackbein
Corona, New Mexico
W. O. Grosenbacher
Doris Hopf
San Marcos
Hugo Hopf
Mr. and Mrs. Romeo Dabney Visit Local City
Mr. and Mrs. Romeo Dabney of San Antonio visited here on Monday. The brief social note records their presence in town for a short courtesy call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Romeo Dabney
San Antonio
Fourth Saengerfest to Be Gala Event in This Section of State
Thousands of citizens and about 1500 out of town visitors are expected for the Fourth Saengerfest over October 11 and 12. The parade features the Junior Concert Band and many choirs, with Sheriffs and city officials attending. Concerts, a dance, and a parade promise a full two days of music, with admission set at 50 cents for concerts and 50 cents for dances. a guest ticket covers both venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sancay
Sagers
Alfred Klaekner
G. A. Hartman
Hotel Nimitz
Kammers
Water Pf
Cory Gs
Texas Playboys
Peter
Seipp
Pehl
Herman Staudt
Dave
Turner Hall
Peter's
Seipps
Hhin
Njoy
St. Anthony's chicken dinner spurs bustling Harper traffic
St. Anthony's Church at Harper sponsored its annual chicken dinner last Sunday drawing hundreds of cars lining Main Street. The smooth new highway upgrade has Harper looking like a busy city with an all weather route to Junction linking Austin to El Paso via Harper and Fredericksburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Anthony’s Church
Harper
Austin
el Paso
Fredericksburg
Kerrville Visitors and Family Gathering Report
Mr and Mrs Jack Gamel and their two children visited the home of their mother Mrs Herbert Gamel and other relatives. Mrs John S Whitewood and son Robert and Mrs A C Wendel were Kerrville visitors Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Gamel
Herbert Gamel
John S. Whitewood
Robert
A. C. Wendel
Kerrville
Parish Mass and Sunday School Schedule
The church holds Sunday Mass at 9:30 a.m. An 8:00 a.m. Mass occurs on the third Sunday and all major feasts. Weekday Mass follows a 7:30 a.m. bell, and parish societies meet after the 9:30 a.m. service. Sunday School also meets immediately after the 9:30 a.m. Mass.
First Baptist Church Schedule and Leaders
The Friendly Church led by Rev. T H Alcorn offers Sunday school at 10 am with H H Fairchild as superintendent. Morning service at 11 am and evening service at 7 16 pm. W M A meets Mondays at 3 pm. Prayer and teachers meeting Wednesdays at 7 15 pm. G A s and R A s Fridays at 7 15 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
the Friendly Church
Rev
T. H. Alcorn
Harper Methodist Church to Hold Services and Sunday School
Beginning October 19 services begin at 11 A M with Sunday School at 10 A M each Sunday. Rev H Ellis Thomas is pastor and will lead services at 0OUU Harper Methodist Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper Methodist Church
H. Ellis Thomas
Lutheran Church Service Highlights October 6
Walter C. Probst presides with Sunday School at 9 00 a m English Mission festival service at 11 00 a m Guest speaker Rev E G Knaack from Pfluegerville to deliver message A cordial welcome to all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. G. Knaack
Pfluegerville
Two Gillespie County Boys Report For Army Induction
Gillespie County youths Theo phil Leonhard of Albert and Oliver Schneider of Fredericksburg reported to Ft Sam Houston for U S Army induction under Call No 23. Leonhard by order V641 is 27 and Schneider 22 with number 123. Call No 25 for Oct 16 at Ft Bliss was announced with four more to report. to date 44 county boys have been sent, 14 as volunteers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gillespie County
Ft. Sam Houston
United States Army
Theophil Leonhard
Albert
Oliver Schneider
Fredericksburg
Leonhard
Paul Leonhard
Schneider
Wm. Schneider
Ft. Bliss
el Paso
Texas
U.S. Army
Gates Valco Belts and Fan Belts Offerings
A local service station promotes a complete line of Gates Valco belts and fan belts for cars and home appliances including washing machines and refrigerators. The notice also lists social visits from Texarkana, Fort Worth, Kerrville, and Indianapolis, with local residents hosting and accompanying guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Kaiser
A FFA Chapter Elects New Officers
At the first meeting of the local F F A chapter officers were elected. Dennis Parker is president and plans to attend the National F F A Convention in Kansas City on October 19. Robert Kensing is vice president, Max Hepf secretary, Virgil Lenner treasurer, Ms. Bode reporter, Tom Ve apd and George Smith watchdogs. Morris Bode reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Followieg
Dennis Parker
Hall Country
F. PF. A
Kansas City
Robert Kensing
Max Hepf
Virgil Lenner
Bode
Tom Ve
Apd Advaess
George Smith
Mrs Pat Rogera Visits Harper with Young Son
Mrs Pat Rogera and her small son visited Harper on Wednesday, adding a brief local social note to the town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pat Rogera
Small Son
Harper Wednesday
New Texas Drivers License Issuance Plan Outlined
Texas moves to staggered October first renewal for new licenses with a two year validity. Old licenses will be renewed in defined blocks from October 1 through November for ranges 1 to 460000, 450001 to 900000, 100000 to 1250000, and 1 10001 upward, with applications obtainable from highway patrolmen or the Department of Public Safety in Austin. Renewals require no exam unless a poor driving history exists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Garrison
Department of Public Safety
Dr. J E Peden Death Notices and Service Details
Joseph Earl Peden was born April 27, 1878 in Kaufman county and died September 26, 1941 in Fredericksburg at age 63. He served as county and city health officer and practiced pharmacy and medicine in Fredericksburg. Survived by sister Adah L. Peden. Service led by Rev I V Donaldson at Schaetter's funeral home with church choir. body moved to Sherman for interment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Earl Peden
Kaufman County
A. C. Peden
Fredericksburg
Adah L. Peden
Rev
I. V
Bazaar Draws Vast Crowd at St. Anthony's Parish Dinner
Harper and Fredericksburg residents packed the bazaar raising funds for St. Anthony's. About 800 dinners were served from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Food service and raffles ran smoothly despite crowding. prizes included a silk quilt, an organ, and a rug donated by local merchants and parishioners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper
Fredercksburg
Geo Cous
Walt Harper
Hunreds
Kermelle
San Antonio
Fredericksburg
Arthur Baumann
Alfred Kramer
Benno J. Stehling
Thomas Coleman
Helen Kramer
Alffred Moellendorf
Perpetua Berger
John Gentemann
St. Anthony’s Church
Harold Dietel
Matthew Pyka
Leo
F. Klein
D. C
Roman Peter
Lawrence Knopp
Alvin Stehling
Leo Petsch
Ruth
Chas
E. Bein
Presbyterian Church
Larkin
School Board
St. Mary’s Parish
Harper Herald
Radio Post
St. Anthony’s Parish
Birthday party honors Clark Bierschwale seventh birthday
Mrs. Arthur Bierschwale entertained Saturday evening with a party for her son Clark’s seventh birthday. Twenty three children attended with cake cookies and punch. Mrs. J. C. Casper purchased the Mrs. Bat. Fairchild home and will reside there, moving in Wednesday. Archie J. Wood traveled to San Antonio for a business trip on Wednesday and Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Bierschwale
Clark
J. C. Casper
Archie J. Wood
San Antonio
Apples for eating cooking canning or preserving
Pecan Belt Nursery urges quick orders for apples suitable for eating cooking canning or preserving while supplies last.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pecan Belt Nursery
Harper Home Demonstration Club Meeting and Talent Night
The Harper Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. Fred Wedekind’s home with six members present. The amateur program is moved to October 18 at Benn’s Hall for a local talent show. Ad invites neighboring clubs and friends to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper Home
Fred Wedekind
Benn's Hall
Family Visit From Willow City Highlights Weekend
Mr and Mrs Fred Bierschwale and children along with Mrs Abbie Moses visited Mrs Bierschwales mother in Willow City on Sunday. Stov also joined for the return visit, sharing time with the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Bierschwale
Abbie Moses
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Mrs. J. F. Wedekind
George
Scott of
Mason
T. P. Harlan, Jr
The
Mutual Lumber Co
Wedekind
Jake Smith
Near Mountain Home
Fred Whetstone
Noxville
Cottle
Catholic Information
Knopp & Metzger Bldg
MacDonald
Army Induction Center
Ed. Finnamore
Texarkang
W. C. Barten
Ft. Worth
al Myers
Indianapolis, Indiana
Dean Hopf
L. Harper
Miss Dawn
Fred Nabers
PF. A. Chapter
J. E. Peden
Harper Home Demonstration Club
Wedgewood
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