04 Apr 1940
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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1940
Page
1
The Seniors of S L A present Another Angle a three act comedy at City Auditorium Shiner Texas on April 12 1940 at 745 pm The show offers 1940 era costumes in the final act and promises an amusing evening with admission 25 cents for adults 15 cents for children.
Tuesday’s city election saw 231 votes cast with two aldermen chosen. Ballots listed J. R. Mikes at 162 votes, Alois Kasper at 169, and Cc. C. Amsler with 89, reflecting the final tallies.
Cemetery association reminds readers that Decoration Day will be observed Sunday April 14. A full program will be published next week by the cemetery group.
In a brief note, J. R. Mikes expresses gratitude to friends and supporters who helped secure his return to the alderman’s office after Tuesday’s election.
An important meeting of Shi ner Chapter No 272 will be held April 9 at 8 p m. Deputy Grand Matron will make her official visit. A banquet at 6 45 p m precedes the meeting. Reservations with the secretary are requested. Era McDonald W M.
The Community H. D. C. force extends thanks to attendees and to trustees of the place for their favors at the Banco and 42 party. Mr. C. B. Welhausen has the new mattress.
The church invites for Sunday School at 9:30 a m and Divine Service in German at 10:30 a m with Young People Society at 7:30 p m Rev Richard Schuetze preaches and the season’s flowers frame a hopeful message about joy and life.
The Lesson Sermon titled Unreality will be read in all Churches of Christ Scientist on Sunday April 7. The Golden Text proclaims salvation comes from the Lord our God. Jeremiah 3 23 emphasizes salvation not from hills or mountains but from God.
Immanuel Lutheran Church invites all to English services on the first Sunday each month at 3 00 p m and German services on the third. Pastor A P H Koehler delivers scripture from John 8 47. Everyone is welcome.
Immense attendance marks funeral for Charles Netardus who died in an accidental home incident at Wied on March 26. Monsignor L P Netardus and several priests officiated at St Marys church with Junior Choir and pallbearers named. Netardus, born in Czechoslovakia, was a longtime farmer in St Marys and husband of Theresa Zarsky with four or five children.
Rev. Henry S Herbst son of Mr and Mrs Ed Herbst native of Sweet Home was ordain ed to priesthood by Archbishop A J Drossaerts in San Antonio. Rev G Kuratko of Sweet Home assisted. He will celebrate his first solemn Mass at Sweet Home on April 6 with many clergy and Sisters attending.
The Kasper family expresses heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for kindness after the death of wife and mother Mrs Theresie Kasper. They thank Rev R Schuetze the choir donors flowers the funeral home and all others who helped lighten their burden. Chas J Kasper and Children.
For your permanent wave all latest styles call Marburgers Beauty Shop. Phone No. 4.
Terraplane driven by Victor Blazek 44 turned over four times west of Shiner last Saturday at 6 p m He died at Shiner hospital 7 20 p m Mrs Blazek daughter Miss Carrie Blazek Joe Kolar Lillie Kolar and Ra olf Roznovsky injured Lillie Roznovsky suffered a broken arm others with cuts and bruises All were treated at Shiner hospital Vancura and Velek transported them Funeral held Monday at Kokernot with Requiem High Mass at Shiner Catholic Church Survivors include wife two daughters and several relatives
A brief St Ludmila P T A meeting in the Academy classroom outlined an Open House plan. Exhibits of the year’s work, The Melting Pot program, a 2:30 luncheon, a nickel and dime fishes pond, a tub of groceries for a nickel, porch domino tables, afternoon music, and a fancy embroidery workshop were set to attract attendees. The note invites all to spend the day with the S L A.
A bank statement is highlighted in today's Gazette inviting readers to review the financial record published on the page.
The high school presents Danger at the Crossroads on April 19 featuring senior cast members in a dramatic production. Audience members are urged to attend the performance after spring break.
Mrs Ther esie Kasper wife of Chas J Kasper died Thursday at 5 p m after a brave struggle with illness The Texan born Effenberger came to Texas in 1889 with her parents and settled near Schueblurg Fayette County Later the family moved to Lavaca County near Shiner She married Chas J Kasper in 1901 and leaves three daughters and one son Pallbearers included Ewald Effenberger Reuben Koether Elroy Koether Leo Ullman Ellwood Kasper and Gilbert Kasper Survivors also include husband three daughters Vera Kasper Mrs Otto Remmers Mrs Emil Kuck a son Charles Kasper and a grandson Oran Carl Remmers The Gazette offers sympathy to the family.
Menger School presents the play Don t Darken My Door on Friday April 12 at 8 p m Admission 10 and 20 cents.
Thanking Shiner voters for strong support in the election Tuesday Kasper pledges to serve to the best of his ability as one of the town aldermen and notes the vote of confidence will be remembered.
The two act comedy Mr. Bob staged by Mrs. Ella E. Lane’s Expression class at the Shiner city auditorium last Saturday night pleased the audience. Each cast member earned praise for fine performance and Mrs. Lane was congratulated for an expert direction. The High School Band selections were enjoyed and the play benefited the band.
Obituaries detail the deaths of John Mraz Sr of Shiner and Stephen John Holchak of Robstown in separate train crash incidents. Mraz died March 28 in San Antonio after a long illness, with funeral and burial arrangements noted. Holchak, raised in Shiner, died in a grade crossing collision near Robstown, with services at the Robstown Methodist church and a large community turnout. Both families receive condolences from the Gazette and local residents.
We extend sincere thanks to all who were kind after the death of our husband and father John Mraz Sr. Special thanks to Mon L P Netardus and Revs Bily and Kopp the choir those who brought flowers and all who offered comfort. May God bless you Mrs Sophie Mraz
Herbert Freytag of Flatonia died at Shiner hospital Thursday night at age 38. Funeral services were held Saturday at 3 p.m. from the family residence and burial followed in Flatonia cemetery. The Rev. G. R. Hobson officiated. He is survived by his widow and two children Marvin and Audrey, his parents Mr. and Mrs. L Freytag, three brothers Robert of Three Rivers Walter P. of LaGrange Dr I P Freytag of Flatonia, and two sisters Norma Freytag of Flatonia and Mrs L Kidd of California.
An election will be held on Saturday April 6 to elect two trustees for the local high school.
Tonight Thursday at 7 30 chamber of commerce gathers at City Hall for a regular meeting to discuss local business and civic matters. residents and business leaders are invited to attend and hear reports from city officials and committees.
The Shiner Garden Club presents a Better Homes and Gardens lecture with slides titled Lets Build a Rock Garden and Table Arrangements. The event takes place Wednesday April 10 at 8 06 p m in the High School auditorium with free admission.
The Shiner Brewers travel to Cuero Sunday to officially open South Central Texas league play against the Cuero Key Trotters. After an exhibition loss to Flatonia, the club plans to field a strong lineup for the opening game and hopes for a large local crowd at the Cuero diamond. The season schedule lists games through August with matches against Gonzales, Flatonia, Weimar, Luling, Schulenburg, Yoakum, Hallettsville, and others.
An annular solar eclipse will occur Sunday afternoon between 2:15 and 5 o'clock. The belt spans a 160 mile wide path from Southern Louisiana across Texas to the Big Bend region and into Mexico. Astronomers note the ring appearance occurs when the moon covers the sun leaving a bright solar ring visible during the eclipse.
Mrs. Alf Nollkamper announces a sample room near the Compress will host applications for mattresses on Thursday April 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in District C.
A three act comedy titled Dont Darken My Door will be presented at Menger School on Friday April 12 1940 at 8 pm Admission is 10 and 20 cents. Everyone is invited to attend.
A meeting is set for Friday night April 5 at 7 30 to organize clubs for the coming summer. Attend to enter a team or join a club as a player and to help set a full schedule of games for the season.
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