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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1940
Page
4
The writer challenges Roosevelt and his statements on U.S. neutrality in Europe, criticizing Navy reductions and questioning plans to aid Britain. They warn of potential troop deployment and highlight pension abuses while denouncing political maneuvering and calls for torpedo boat transfers to Britain.
Applications are available in the Farm Security Administration office for listing farms for sale. Eligible buyers may submit requests to acquire parcels through the agency and be considered for purchase under the program.
Special district court team to try the Syltemeier case. Floated by Mr Grosenbacher from Harper, the 1941 Willys is hailed as the finest yet by Willys Overland, designed for American families with style, economy, and roomy comfort. speakers included Mr Bell of Willys Overland Motors and the Parker brothers Billy and Clayton.
Nagel Bros Monumental Works shipped a carload of Bear Mountain Red Granite to a Philadelphia firm. The stones were memorials and markers finished in Nagel Bros local plant. A large steel saw, installed last year, can cut sizable granite blocks. It is the first such shipment in years to northern states.
Benevolent Association directors meet in Radio Post office to approve pay for president director and listing committee. President to receive 10 dollars annually, directors 1 dollar per meeting, two member committee 1 dollar and 10 cents per mile for property listings. Donations for 1940 due now.
Beening Meter Sales in Fredericksburg offers a 1930 Plymouth Sedan with new rubber and coat paint. The item is advertised by your Stude baker dealer. The note mentions Mr and Mrs Pat Rogers and their son visiting the Bierechwale home Sunday along with Mr and Mrs Bob Rogers and their son.
Judge Raymond F. Gray presides as the special term begins. Grand jury indicts H. W. Sultemeier on two counts of rape and intended rape involving his own daughters. Sultemeier fled, was captured after court adjourned in Laredo, returned to jail here. Jury commission includes Felix Weinheimer, Louis W. Durst, and C. W. Granville. Evidence hearing began Thursday morning.
Gillespie County cotton farmers may place their 1940 crop under Government loan at 9.57 cents a pound for middling cotton of 15-16 staple length. Loans run until May 1, 1941 and are on a net-weight basis with premiums and discounts by grade. Classing by a U S Department of Agriculture board is final.
The speaker contrasts Republican and Democratic aims, accusing the Roosevelt administration of overgrowth and inefficiency while praising Democratic efforts. They claim the new deal expands federal power and disrupts everyday life, urging organization, preparedness, and unity to restore democracy and welfare.
The church schedules Sunday Masses at 9 30. On the third Sunday and feast days Masses at 8 and 9 30. Weekday bells ring at 7 30 followed by Mass.
Relatives gathered Sept. 1 at the home of Henry W. Keller to honor Mrs. John Keyser on her 83rd birthday. Attendees included Edwards Hopf, Felix Buchholz family, Keller relatives, and numerous friends from Harper Fredericksburg Eden and San Angelo, reflecting pioneer family ties and historic Indian encounters.
The Ladies' Aid of Holy Ghost church announce a chili supper and bazaar at Peter's Hall on Thursday afternoon and night, September 26. The menu includes chili hamburgers and sandwiches and the public is invited to attend to aid the good cause.
Three Model A Ford Tudor Sedans and one Fordor Sedan offered from 35 to 95 dollars by Beering Meter Sales in Fredericksburg Texas. Local dealers advertise used cars with prices and contact point for buyers.
Mrs B Markworth broke her arm after a fall from the kitchen door last week. She is reported to be getting along nicely at this writing.
Miss Dorothy Mae Birt left Friday for Belton to enter Baylor College. Her Dr and Mrs J B Birt son accompanied her.
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The First Baptist Church lists Sunday School at 10 a m Morning Service at 11 a m and Evening Worship at 7 p m Pastor Harper leads. The Methodist Church invites all to attend Sunday School at 2 p m and preaching at 3 p m on the second, third and fourth Sundays.
Walter C. Probst, Pastor announces Sunday School on the 1st and 3rd Sundays at 9 30 a m English services on the 1st Sunday at 10 30 a m and the 4th Sunday at 7 30 p m German Service on the 3rd Sunday at 10 30 a m Luther League meets on the 2nd Sunday at 7 30 p m Woman's Missionary Society gathers the 3rd Wednesday at 3 00 p m
Last Sunday evening Miss Leola Sauer a teacher at White School was surprised by local youths. They gathered at the schoolhouse and then went to the Brandon home where she was staying for the term. They played games and enjoyed cake cookies and beverages.
A 1934 Ford Coupe with new paint and rings is advertised for sale by Eoening Motor Sales, a Studebaker dealer, located in Fredericksburg.
The Baptist congregation called Rev Alcorn to lead their church. He will preach full time Sunday night and his family will move to Harper to make their home there.
Mr. and Mrs. R. Grierschwab and A. B. Barker visited with Mr. and Mrs. Lee Paris Sunday. J. R. Peril left Sunday for Alpine to enter Sul Ross College.
Classified blurb offers a 1939 Chevrolet for sale described as a real buy. Reader is directed to view the vehicle at a stated location or showplace.
The fragment contends that the proposal goes beyond wealth creation and amounts to confiscation of property. It argues the measure targets not only affluent individuals but also homestead owners and broader possessions.
Profile of Charles L. South, Texan congressman from the Twenty-first district, detailing his rise from farmer’s son in western Virginia to Texas public servant. Notes his role on the Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee, wool labeling bill sponsorship, tall stature, and reputation as a promising, studious lawmaker with Hereford stock interests.
Classified note offers a 1084 Chevrolet pickup with unclear branding and stray words like Becalag Boo Balboa Teres ver Grenson, suggesting a rough OCR of a sale ad. No clear price, condition, or contact details are readable.
The local Farm Security Administration loan and FSA committee are ready to consider all loan types. Farmers and ranchers should contact Rural Supervisor Mr. Kelley in his office Tuesday and Friday mornings, or apply daily. Applicants are urged to act quickly. for details see Mr. Kelley or committee members Adolph Kneese Thomas Jung and Willie J. Berg.
An active gin operated by Gordon Harper under First State Bank produced twelve bales of cotton by Wednesday evening with Felix Maurer delivering the first bale as steam hissed and machinery hissed to the community.
Mr. Howe attended the Kerrville district meet along with Belly Parker Dale Cook J B Birt and Lonnie Jung on Tuesday night to participate in the event.
Stephen L. Pinckney of Houston campaign manager for the Texas No-Third-Term Democrats said hundreds have written Mike Hogg of Houston offering to donate money to the crusade. He urged patriotic citizens to send contributions to Capt. Hogg and noted extensive educational advertising and radio efforts to oppose totalitarianism.
A piano in good condition is offered for sale at a bargain. Dayton Rahe invites inquiries at Box 56 Harper Texas. The article also notes a Saturday PTA meeting at the Harper schoolhouse where Fredericksburg resident Mrs. Fred Mathisen and Texas University extension lecturer Mrs. Virginia W Scarborough spoke.
For sale a 1936 Ford sedan without a trunk offered as a bargain by Evening Motter Sales, a Studebaker dealer in Fredericksburg Texas. Orr. Mr and Mrs Nat E Hickson visited LaFeria and other points Saturday and returned via Corpus Christi. Mr and Mrs L Stevens were visitors in Harper Saturday.
The Klein Branch Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. A. A. Frederick's home on September 11. Miss Martin county home demonstration agent spoke on kitchen equipment including tables stoves and water supply and how to choose items for convenience. The group received a first place fair exhibit prize check.
The F F A boys and Prof Howe gathered at the school house last Wednesday night to initiate the Green hands. Thirteen boys were initiated and twenty six attended. Officers elected included Ramon Parker as President W C Whitworth as Vice President Dennis Parker as Treasurer Robert Kensing as Representative Billy Grosenbacher as Parliamentarian Max W Hopf as Farm Watchdog John Honig as Historian Calvin Kensing as Long Leader.
The local unit of the Farmer's League resumes its monthly meetings with a session at 2 30 p m on Saturday September 28. The event continues a series of gatherings to discuss farm issues and community plans.
Carl Vorauer attended the 40th annual Texas Nurserymen's Association convention in Austin with many nursery representatives present. The item notes Pecan Belt Nursery in Fredericksburg selling Kieffer Pearl pears for canning at reasonable prices.
Mr. and Mrs. R. Merritt Mrs. Vergie Basse and Mr. and Mrs. Max Davison with children visited Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Wedekind Monday and Tuesday. The Merritts and Mrs. J. F. Wedekind with Mrs. Basse also made a trip to Brownwood Tuesday.
Mrs Alfred Kott and daughters Alice and Ola and Mrs Glen Hopf were visitors in Doss. Mrs Kott remained for a visit with her parents Mr and Mrs Fred Hahn. Mrs Marvin Ernst returned Tuesday from San Marcos where she had been at the bedside of her son who has been ill.
For sale a 1934 Ford Tudor with new paint listed by Eoening Motor Sales in Fredericksburg Texas. Vehicle is described with fresh exterior finish and available through the local dealership.
Mr and Mrs Heimann of Junction were pleasant visitors in Harper Sunday. Mr Heimann has been in the drug business for several years.
Mrs. J. S. Whitewood and daughters Mrs. A. C. Wendel Mrs. L. H. Harper and Miss Dawn Whitworth were visitors in Kerrville Monday. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Whitewood, Mrs. Pete Whitewood and Misses Bill and Helen Brown were San Antonio visitors Friday.
Mr and Mrs T J Parks visited friends at Castroville Schers and San Antonio during the past week.
The Catholic Church distinguishes worship as adoration due to God alone and honors given to Mary, the angels, and saints for their holy relation. It states that adoration or sacrifice is never offered to Mary or saints, reserving it for God while recognizing merit and reverence toward these beings.
The passage praises angels and saints as deserving honor and as heroic models to imitate so believers may share in their glory through emulation and virtue.
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