Public voice rails against Maverick while praising Lindbergh
The column condemns San Tone Maverick for anti Garner remarks and supports John Garner for president. It praises Col Charles Lindbergh for warning against European war involvement and argues the US must protect civilization by peace and strong defenses, urging wealth conscription and island security to shield Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Lindbergh
Lindbergh
Col. Lindbergh
America
Europe
United States
Garner portrait of a Texan statesman in new Marquis James bio
A review of John N. Garner by Marquis James praising a concise portrait of the Texas leader. The book, published by Robbs Merrill Co of Indianapolis, spans 158 pages with a strong index and illustrations. It highlights Garner’s principled stance, quiet influence, prohibition era stance, anti Klu Klux sentiment, fiscal restraint, and rise from Red River youth to national figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Garner
Texas
Marquis James
Robbs-Merrill Co
Meridian St
Indianapolis
Ind
Marquis
Andrew Jackson
Garner
Congress
Red River
Uvalde
Injured couple in wreck near county line on Reservation road
Mr and Mrs Tommie Kneese were returning from Harper when their car crashed at the county line on Reservation road. Both were unconscious with leg and head injuries. Mrs Kneese was taken to Fredericksburg hospital in a coma though condition not serious overall, car heavily damaged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tommie Kneese
Harper
Kneese
Fredericksburg
St Antony Parish Dinner and Bazaar Planned at Bein's Hall
St Antony Parish hosts a dinner and bazaar at Harper's amusement center Bein's Hall with Mrs Alfred Kramer on kitchen duties Mrs H Welling in the dining room Ernst Reed in charge of meat procurement A Bau mann sausage making Felix Maurer sausage cooking James Jung coffee crew The event is set for October 8 donations are gratefully accepted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper’s Amusement Center
Bein’s Hall
St. Antony’s
Alfred Kramer
H. Welling
Ernst Reed
A. Baumann
Felix Maurer
James Jung
Delicious Home Cooked Meals at Claud's Sunday
A local notice highlights Claud's offering chicken fried steaks and chicken dinners on Sunday with a focus on home cooked meals and value. The ad promotes Good Eats and Sunday dining options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claud’s
Legionaries Oppose Foreign Entanglements in Gillespie County
At a Gillespie County Mutual Aid Insurance meeting about 150 members debated a death benefit plan and tabled rates. The group favored keeping current terms and hiring an actuary to set a separate rates and benefits table. The Louis Jordan Post American Legion discussed opposing US foreign entanglements and planned a resolution to Congress and senators.
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Gillespie County Mutual Aid Insurance Association
Peter’s Hall
Pres
Otto Henke
Joe Heep
Pres. Henke
Wm. Dietel
Pete Roeder
Louis Jordan Post
American Legion
Alfred Neffendorf
Old District Court Room
United States
Garner
Washington
United
Church Notice Sunday School and Training Union
H H Fairchild is Sunday School Superintendent and Mrs J E Sylvester is Baptist Training Union Director. Sunday School starts at 10 00 a m. Come to the church where everyone welcomes you.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Fairchild
J. E. Sylvester
Baptist Training Union
Harper Methodist Church Service Schedule
Rev. M. P. Burton presides as pastor with Sunday School at 2:00 p m and preaching at 3:00 p m on the second, third and fourth Sundays each month Epworth League and singing follow at 7:45 p m on those Sundays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harper Methodist Church
M. P. Burton
Epworth League
Certificate of Title Law Effective Oct 1
A new law effective October 1 requires all auto and truck owners selling their vehicles to obtain a Certificate of Title from the State Department of Public Safety. The certificate lists buyers, sellers, addresses, license, motor and serial numbers, make and type, and all liens. The act aims to curb theft by recording new liens and ensuring proper ownership at sale. Immediate effect: used car dealers must secure title and display current license plates. a 25 cent fee is charged for a title receipt valid 10 days while checks are run.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Department of Public Safety
Wm. Petmecky
American Legion To Sponsor Nov 11th Program
The American Legion led by Louis Jordan Oost will sponsor the annual November 11 celebration in town with an indoor program and dance planned for the night. A daytime rodeo at the Fair Grounds was declined after Legion officials rejected the Fair Association’s offer. The Fair Association reportedly plans a rodeo at the Fair Grounds in October instead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Louis Jordan Oost
the Legion
Old Court House
Legion
Fair Assn
Fair Grounds
The
Catholic Church Sunday Mass Schedule and Activities
Masses Sunday at 9 30 a m with 8 am option on the 3rd Sunday and Holy Days. Sunday school follows the 9 30 Mass. Parish societies meet after the 9 30 Mass. On Oct 8 Masses at 8 and 10 o'clock with 8 30 and 10 o'clock slots thereafter per the regular schedule.
Fresh Candies and Ice Cream at Claud's Cafe
Claud's Cafe showcases fresh candies and house made ice cream drawing local patrons. Patrons enjoy a sweet menu alongside classic cafe fare in a welcoming storefront.
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Claud
200 Bales of Cotton Ginned in Gillespie County
Robert C. Walter of the Bureau of the Census reports 200 bales of cotton ginned in Gillespie County this year through September 16, up from 105 bales in the same period in 1939. The figures come from a monthly commerce department summary.
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Gillespie County
Robert C. Walter
Department of Commerce
Bureau of the Census
Washington, D. C
Services at Baptist church conclude weeklong preaching
The services at the Baptist church for the past week ended Sunday night. Rev. Ray of Bandera conducted the preaching, concluding the series.
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The
Baptist Church
Rev
Ray of
Bandera
New York Herald Tribune flags Communist activity and war aims
The Herald Tribune laments Communist influence in America noting large party spending, labor disruption aims, and ties to Russia Germany and France. It argues a modern war fuels Communist plans and urges scrutiny of their policy and preparations amid ongoing global conflict.
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New York Herald-Tribune
Dies
Communist Party
U. S
America
France
Munich
Russia
Europe
Stalin
Nazi Germany
Britain
Hitler-Stalin
Magnificent Obsession and U S Neutrality in World War II
Rev George Buttrick, head of the Federal Council of Churches, argues for U S neutrality in World War II. He says war is futile and America should avoid entering conflicts to save democracy globally, focusing instead on reconciliation and preserving democracy in the Western Hemisphere.
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United States
George
Buttrick
Federal Council of Churches of Christ In
America
Western Hemisphere
War and Peace Through God in a Modern World
A discussion from St. Anthony's Church argues that lasting peace begins with personal faith and justice. It condemns pride and hatred while urging America to be guided by God to lead by example for all nations. The piece ties biblical calls to action to current global conflict.
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Reich
America
Americca
Jesus Christ
League of Nations
Uurt
St. Anthony’s Church
Radiometeorograph Found Near Baltimore Flight Details
Miss Vivian Knopp, 12, found a radio meteorograph in a pasture near home on Friday September 22. The device, released at Station ZN Baltimore on September 12, 1939, traveled an estimated 2000 miles over ten days and was found with the balloon and parachute near Fredericksburg at six in the evening. Return address is U S Weather Bureau Baltimore. The finder earns a reward.
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Vivian Knopp
Alex A. Knopp
Baltimore
Maryland
U. S. Weather Bureau
Fredericksburg
Discount Law For Early Tax Payments Effective In October
Texas introduces a new 3 percent discount for October payments, 2 percent in November, and 1 percent in December on state and county taxes plus common school district taxes. Independent Gillespie district taxes do not qualify. Half payments allowed with November and June deadlines. no discount on first half or poll taxes. Tax period ends January 31. County taxes unchanged. state taxes up significantly except homestead owners.
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Texas
Gillespie County
Bierschwale Home in Harper Destroyed by Fire
The home of Fred Bierschwale on the north side of Harper was totally destroyed by fire Saturday night. Some bedding furniture and clothing were saved. The origin of the fire was a faulty flue.
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Bierschwale
Harper
Fred Bierschwale
Fire destroys Kusenberger home near Fredericksburg
Rural home of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Kusenberger eight miles east of Fredericksburg on the Austin Highway burned Sunday night. All contents clothing and outbuildings were lost. Cause unknown. Family away. neighbors Emil Petsch and Wm Moellering first alerted others aided in preventing spread to barns. Fire began about 1130 p m.
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Edwin Kusenberger
Fredericksburg
Rocky Hill
Austin Highway
Emil Petsch
Wm. Moellering
Heart Failure Claims Life Of Drug Salesman Spratt
E. D. Spratt of San Antonio, a drug salesman for Henry K. Wampole & Co. of Philadelphia, died suddenly of heart failure during a business call at Keidel's Drug Store. He had complained of breathing difficulty earlier and collapsed with his wife present. Funeral services were held in San Antonio, with Schachter Funeral Home preparing the body.
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E. D. Spratt
San Antonio
Henry K. Wampole & Co
Philadelphia
Penn
Keidel
Spratt
Fredericksburg
Keidel’s
Hagg & McCollum Funeral Home
Schachter Funeral Home
Mr. Spratt
Stebling Bros Offers Old Prices on Mens Wear at Fredericksburg
Sterling Bros advertises deep discounts on men and boys suits coats leather jackets hats shoes boots and work clothing bought at old prices. The note claims significant savings and urges early purchases. Also mentions fresh meats at Claed's Casa.
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Stebling Bros
Sterling Bros
Fredericksburg
Texas
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Charlie McCarthy
Japan
Oakland
Cal
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Osaka
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Envoy Ohara
Nakao
Saiki
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the Friendly Church
Certificate of Title Law
Lundhes Cloud
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Germany
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Berlin
Marl Browder
American Chamber of Commerce
Granville
Julian Lange
Abraham Lincoln
A. Evening News
Kusenberger
Claed
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