Tradition vs Campaign Smear Undermines Willkie Attack
A column defends American traditions against critics of the New Deal and Willkie. It criticizes smear tactics used in the campaign, questions changes in wartime leadership, and argues for steady national defense and stability amid political heat. The piece cites Roosevelt, Knox, Stimpson, and a naval base trade controversy to argue against midstream leadership changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willkie
Roosevelt
Navy
Knox
Stimpson
Keen Jobes Unites in Llano Nuptials
Mrs. Maggie Jobes and W. M. Keen married Friday evening October 11, 1940 at 6 45 in Llano Methodist parsonage with Rev. J C Jones officiating. They will reside at Goldthwaite where Keen owns a farm and ranch. Mrs. Keen previously lived in Harper for two years and friends extend best wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maggie Jobes
W. M. Keen
Llano
J. C. Jones
Whitewoods and Browns visit San Antonio for medical care
Mr. and Mrs. Fred Whitewood along with Miss Bess Brown and Chester Brown traveled to San Antonio on Wednesday. Mr. Whitewood will stay in the city for several days to receive medical attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Whitewood
Bess Brown
Chester Brown
San Antonio
Mr. Whitewood
Belmore Roberts and associates visit Old Mexico
Mr and Mrs Belmore Roberts along with Mr and Mrs Creighton Stevens and Eber Parker with two sons traveled to Old Mexico from Sunday to Monday and returned.
Draft Numbers Assigned for Gillespie County Registrants
Otto Hartman reports 1102 Gillespie County registrants for selective service with 1989 age 21 to 35 registrations from 23 precincts. National lottery to assign order numbers set for Oct 29, questionnaires mailed, drafting from the selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gillespie County
Otto Hartman
Austin
Peters Hall Cossesssronsee
Honey Creek Weeettne
Luckenbach
Ersmssuesmnseinn
Cave Creek Wecueaunne
Harper Cressesssnesnmee Avon
Meusebach Creek Eeu
Crabapple
Willow City Sunnnenne
Stonewall
Stonewall Wreemndsnsssnenmme 49 No. 11 Tivydale Messuesemsssnseneenene
Cherry Spring
Gil Lespie Red Cross Holds Oct 8 Meeting
Gil Lespie Chapter Red Cross met on October 8 with Miss Elsbeth Hanish reporting a 336.25 treasurer balance, including 150 pledged for a county health nurse salary. Esther Mueller heads cabinet purchase for Home Hygiene class loan equipment. Dr Keyser announces Roll Call drive with Lions Club sponsorship and Texas county ranking drop from 65th to 83rd. division heads named for the membership drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lions Club
Texas
W. C. White
Symre
Annie Blum
Fred. Mathisen
Kline
Esther Mueller
Keyser
Red Cross Plans Advanced First Aid Course
Mrs. Fred Mathisen reports an advanced First Aid course by the American Red Cross is planned for November. Next week's papers will publish definite details and the first meeting will set class times. Those who completed the earlier course are eligible for the advanced class.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Mathisen
American Red Cross
Enlists in Army Cavalry at Fort Bliss Kerrville Youth
Earl Loud Hughes of 825 Lytle Street Kerrville Texas enlisted in the United States Army and was assigned to Cavalry at Fort Bliss Texas. The District Recruiting Officer C McLaughlin notes a few vacancies remain for well qualified men aged 18 to 35, unmarried with no dependents and fit for enlistment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Loud Hughes
Lytle St
Kerrville
Texas
United States Army
Cavalry
Fort Bliss
C. McLaughlin
Infantry
San Antonio Visit By Sagesers and Jackson Party
Mr and Mrs Claud Sageser and their daughter Viola Dell along with Willard Jackson spent Sunday as visitors in San Antonio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claud Sageser
Viola Dell
Willard Jackson
San Antonio
Roosevelt and War Fears Echoed Across Congress Silence
A critical op ed argues that Roosevelt and advisers bypass Congress and constitutional norms for aggressive policies. It warns of hidden diplomatic moves, looming war, and a people silenced while secret understandings steer the nation toward conflict and economic control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Russia
Germany
Italy
Japan
Washington
United States
Congress
Republic
East
Europe
Willkie Vote Seen as Defense of Checks and Balance System
The text argues that voting for Willkie defends congressional independence and court integrity, framing it as a life and death issue amid global war. It cites Governor Landon’s Hastings speech claiming Willkie would give Congress more say on American lives and rejects Roosevelt’s expansion of executive power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willkie
Congress
Alfred M. Landon
Hastings
Nebraska
Roosevelt
Landon
Third Term Opposed By James Truslow Adams
James Truslow Adams argues against a third term for any president, citing Founding Fathers' intent, changes in power, and the danger of a leader seeking twelve years in office amid a crisis. He warns of egotism, centralized control, and vast federal influence during wartime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Truslow Adams
America
Roosevelt
Congress
Supreme Court
Church Mass Schedule and Discussion Club Timing
Divine worship Masses held every Sunday at 10:00 a.m. with Holy Days of Obligation. An 8:30 a.m. Mass on the third Sunday each month and all Holy Days. Weekday bell rings at 7:30 a.m. Mass at 7:45 a.m. Discussion Club meets on the second and fourth Sundays at 1:30 p.m.
Harper Methodist Church Sunday Services and School Times
Harper Methodist Church lists Sunday school at 2:00 p m and preaching at 3:00 p m on the second through fourth Sundays. Morning services at 11:00 a m and evening worship at 7:00 p m. Pastor Frank Nixon invites attendance. W M Raeder, Paster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Nixon
Harper Methodist Church
Lutheran Church Notices and Schedule
Walter C. Probst, Pastor at Lutheran Church announces Sunday School on the first and eighth Sundays at 10 00 a m English services on the first Sunday at 11 00 a m and on the fourth Sunday at 7 30 p m German Service on the eighth Sunday at 11 00 a m Luther League meets on the second Sunday at 7 30 p m Woman's Missionary Society gathers the third Wednesday at 2 00 p m Everyone is welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther League
Woman's Missionary Society
LCRA Receives Funding for Expanded Rural Electric Lines
In Austin on October 21, the Lower Colorado River Electric Cooperative announced a $124,000 Rural Electrification Administration allotment approved in Washington to build 188 miles of lines and serve 478 more customers. The project, led by Congressman Lyndon Johnson, will add 1500 miles of new lines to reach 3000 farms, boosting total customers to 4326 and positioning the cooperative behind Pedernales in size. Oliver Hopf made a business trip to Fredericksburg Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Lower
Colorado River Electric Cooperative
Washington
Congress
Lyndon Johnson
Rural Electrification Administration
Co-op
Lee McWilliams
McWilliams
Congress Johnson
Colorado River Authority
Great Pedernales Electric Co-op
Cong. Johnson
L.C. R.A
Colorado River
Pedernales Co-op
L.C.R.A
Call to Vote Against Roosevelt For American Survival
A speaker warns that a third term would end democracy and Liberty. He argues Europe follows a pattern of centralized power and urges voters to reject permanent office retention by Roosevelt or any president, declaring Election Day the clock for America’s future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Europe
Britain
Mr. Roosevelt
Sultemeier Re-Arrested After Five Day Escape
Herman Sultemeier, jailed in Gillespie County, spent five days at large after a daylight escape. He was captured near Elgin Texas by state troopers J L Corley and H W Knieham on a tip, with a .38 pistol in his suitcase. He led officers to the hidden court house keys and a sawed off shotgun was recovered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herman Sultemeier
Gillespie County
New Court House
Sultemeier
Elgin
Texas
J. L. Corley
H. W. Knieham
Fredericksburg
Knieram
Kansas City
Austin
Theo. Sultemeier
Kerrville
Burnet Road
Paul Sultemeier
Taylor
Klaerner
Court House
Kerrville Road
Pedernales River
Kordzik Place
Hygiene and Nursing Class Opens In County
The adult home hygiene and nursing class will meet for the first time on Monday October 28 at 2 30 p m in the courthouse basement. Miss Kline the county health nurse invites all interested in home nursing to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Miss Kline
Lincoln asks Grant about son joining army with nominal rank
President Lincoln writes to General Grant asking if his twenty two year old son may enter the military family with a nominal rank without public notice. He asks Grant to answer plainly if possible and to avoid burdening the service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Executive Mansion
Wash. D. C
Grant
A. Lincoln
Cosper Family Returns From Temple Visit
J. J. Cosper and son Perry Lee traveled to Temple to be with Mrs. Cosper at the bedside. She is reported to be improving and doing nicely at this writing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Cosper
Perry Lee
Temple
Llano County Livestock Show Planned With Auction Sale
The Llano County Livestock Improvement Association announces the third annual Llano County livestock show on Wednesday October 30. Highlights include an auction at 1 30 p m featuring feeder calves and other stock, with 4 H pigs also sold. Exhibits cover Hereford stock cattle horses sheep goats hogs poultry and prize ribbons will be awarded in morning judging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Llano
Llano County
D. P. Smith
Joe R. Smith
H. J. Hoerster
A. H. Schorlemmer
Horace Henderson
George Schuessler
Mason
Fredericksburg
Johnson City
Marble Falls
Burnett
Lampasas
Lometa
San Saba
Cherokee
Inducement To Pay Taxes This Month
State county road and common school district taxes offer discounts to prompt payers. Three percent in October, two percent in November, one percent in December. Independent school district taxes and poll taxes receive no discount. Gillespie County allows county tax discounts due to timely payments. Split-tax payers can pay first half through November with second half due in June, no discount on first half.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gillespie County
Texas
Conference Appoints Methodist Ministers in Llano District
The annual Methodist conference in San Antonio appointed Rev. Harold G. Cooke as superintendent for the Llano district. Rev. O. F. Kattner was reappointed to Edison Street Church and Rev. I. O. Donaldson was named to First Methodist Church. Rev. Bohmfalk remains at Art. Rev. Radetzky stays at Castell and Rev. Ellis Thomas takes Center Laint Harper charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Church
San Antonio
Llano
Harold G. Cooke
O. F. Kattner
Edison Street
I. O. Donaldson
First Methodist Church
C. F. Bohmfalk
Art
FP. W. Radetzky
Castell
H. Ellis Thomas
Laint-Harper
Hunting Licenses Advertises Where to Buy
F E Staudt license deputy lists firms where hunting fishing and trapping licenses may be secured. All who engage in hunting fishing or trapping as sport or for income may need a license. If unsure, inquire at the firms mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. E. Staudt
Jung to Speak at Benn's Hall Saturday Night
County attorney candidate Alex Jung announces a public talk at Benn's Hall this Saturday at eight o’clock. The public is invited to attend this community speaking event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex Jung
Benn’s Hall
Kerrville Firm Seeks Local Produce and Junk Metal
City Produce of Kerrville advertises for purchase of fresh produce and junk metal. The notice invites local sellers to contact the firm with items for sale and indicates their readiness to buy assorted goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Produce
Kerrville
Roosevelt on Influence and Honest Officials
Franklin D. Roosevelt spoke in Albany on October 30 1929 about public officials who escape jail yet act unethically by using influence for family gains. He questioned voters if local candidates would oppose such moral dishonesty as he urged ethical conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Albany
N. Y
Kaiser Baby Born at Keidel Memorial Hospital
Mr and Mrs W A Kaiser announce the birth of a daughter on October 2 1940 at Keidel Memorial Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Kaiser
Keidel Memorial Hospital
Harper PTA Bazaar Supper and Dance Oct 31
Harper parents and residents are invited to a Bazaar and Mexican supper at the school house with a Bein hall dance afterward. Proceeds support the PTA in a community fund raising event featuring music for entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Harper Parent-Teacher Association
Bein Hall
Barbecue Supper Hosted by Mrs Harper and Mrs Peril
Mrs L H Harper and Mrs Charlie Peril entertained with a Barbecue Supper at the Peril Ranch last Friday evening. Guests included Mr and Mrs Carl Oechler Miss Grace Davidson Mr and Mrs E Q Larkin Miss Myrtle Reed Miss Connie Smith Mr and Mrs H L Stevens Mr and Mrs Bob Rogers and son Mr and Mrs Arthur Bierschwabe and son Phil Rogers Mr and Mrs Dean Hopf Miss Lillian Killough Mr and Mrs Pat Rogers and their small son and the hosts. Barbecue goat and chicken beans pickles potato salad coffee and doughnuts were served and games were enjoyed late into the night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. H. Harper
Charlie Peril
Peril Ranch
Carl Oechler
Grace Davidson
E. QO. Larkin
Myrtle Reed
Connie Smith
H. L. Stevens
Bob Rogers
Arthur Bierschwabe
Phil Rogers
Dean Hopf
Lillian Killough
Pat Rogers
Representatives to Attend AAA Meeting in Abilene
Seven Gillespie County representatives will travel to Abilene November 7 and 8 for a district AAA gathering to study the 1941 program and cotton marketing quota referendum set for December 7. Delegates include Thomas Jung and others with county officials noted. The two days feature talks on range and cotton programs, budget matters, and district state officer summaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gillespie County
Abilene
Dorman D. Sell
AAA Committee
Thomas Jung
Max Grona
Harry F. Eckhardt
A.C.A
H. F. Grote
Grosenbacher Service Station Prepares For Winter Needs
Grosenbacher invites customers to stock up for cold weather with stoves, pipes, heaters and installation service. The shop promises quick, satisfactory fulfillment and highlights ammunition stock for the upcoming hunting season. Erato Hopf and Miss Dawn Whitworth attended the Tivy Brackenridge football game in Kerrville Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. O. Grosebacher
Winchester
Erato Hopf
Dawn Whitworth
Kerrville
Wrede School Organizes PTA Meeting and Elections
Last Friday Mrs. Fred Mathisen led Wrede community women to discuss affiliating with the Texas Congress of Parents and Teachers. Officers elected include Mrs. Ruben Leyendecker president, Mrs. Alvin Ransleben vice president, and Mrs. Fritz Braeutigam secretary treasurer. A Halloween party was approved with Mrs. Ransleben and Mrs. Felix Mueller chosen to plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Mathisen
Wrede
Texas Congress of Parents and Teachers
Ruben Leyendecker
Alvin Ransleben
Fritz Braeutigam
Hallowe’en
Ransleben
Felix Mueller
Farmers League Meeting Set for October 29 Night
The Farmers League holds its regular monthly meeting next Tuesday night at 8 o'clock. Roy Roberts is building an addition to his home in Harper this week. Mr and Mrs Oren Parker and their small daughter visited Harper on Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Roberts
Harper
Oren Parker
Small Daughter
Simple Faith and Scholarly Dissent in a Harper Discussion
A reader questions how to worship and save the soul based on Bible study and church guidance. He notes conflicts among scholars who doubt scripture’s sacredness and asks how Christ’s church, guided by the Holy Ghost, provides clear, certain truth. Address for DISCUSSION CLUB Harper Texas.
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Christ
God
Harper, Texas
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Bright Johnnies
Mr. Willkie
Chicago
Hitler
England
Atlantic Ocean
Jobes
Gillespie Co
Gillespie Chapter
Red Cross
First Baptist Church
the Friendly Church
W. M. Raeder
Paster
LCRA
Johnson
Oliver Hopf
Lincoln
Conference
Jung
Carl Mosty
J. I. Moore
J. P. Coppedge
P.T. A
AAA Meeting
Grosenbacher
Wrede School
Farmers League
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