09 Apr 1914
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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1914
Page
1
A local retailer promotes Stetson Hats with a wide selection in staple and fancy styles. Prices range from 3 50 to 8 00, claiming the hat is always in style and quality for customer satisfaction.
The opera house host last Saturday saw Messrs Swoboda and Lorenz vie in a two bout wrestling duel. Swoboda won the final round after Lorenz suffered an ankle injury that impaired his mobility and led to a decisive finish via the Frank Goten Toe Hold.
A terse note highlights renewed effort after a bold but failed attempt. The emphasis remains on persistence and a renewed push to reach the goal.
The Gazette notes several new subscriptions since the last report including John Huber of Yoakum R 2 Anton Novak of Shiner R 3 A A Schraw of Kingsville Mrs A L Valek of Shiner H F Ellinghausen of Floresville Wm F Koch of Victoria Willie Hewig of Shiner R 2 Emil Hajek of Sweet Home R 1 A R Devadl of Haletsville.
Realty notice for three negative residence lots in the Wellhausen East End Addition to Shiner opposite the Catholic Church. Apply at the Gazette office by 28-tf for details and submission.
The Epworth League presents an Easter program on Sunday April 12 at 6 pm at Methods Church. The event features scripture reading by Mrs Biiaé Welhausen prayers by Mrs Ward a Bible hymn address by Dr Wilson and multiple musical selections by Miss Hilda Trautwein Esther Dittmar Rosy Birkmann Mil dred Fry Carlyl Trautwein and others with solos duets and a doxology followed by benediction. Proceeds go to the building fund.
Dr Ledbetters Handsome Home plans a modern eight room two story residence on Coke street in Yoakum powered by contract between Dr F W Ledbetter and H P Carville. The project promises one of the citys finest homes with careful detailing on a lot the D family owns, enhancing the area.
Fragmentary OCR shows pricing and location hints with unclear names. Readable parts mention eggs and a street address in Rhode Island context, suggesting a small local listing or notice with uncertain details.
The marriage of Miss Esther Dittmar and Mr Albert Thornton was solemnized at the residence of Mrs Dorcas San Marcos with Rev Preston officiating. After congratulations and a light reception the couple departed for a brief honeymoon en route to San Marcos. The bride wore white and was escorted by relatives as friends praised her beauty.
Yielding to friends, John Buchanan announces his candidacy for re election as Lavaca County Clerk. He has managed county records for forty years and emphasizes his deep knowledge of the office. A lifelong Democrat he notes his refusal of other offices and urges support at the July 25 Democratic primary.
The city election was unusually slow with 70 votes cast of 200. Rank and Eschenburg each earned 62 votes while Wm Zappe received 16, suggesting he did not seek the office.
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Stuerke and daughter Elza arrive with Mrs. Helmkamp of Schulenburg by auto to visit relatives and greet old friends. A grand ball is to be given at Rocky Site Park on Saturday April 18. A good time is promised.
Battle Creek Michigan resident Mrs Wm Thompson says two bottles of Chamberlains Tablets cured her sour stomach and bad breath. She declares the tablets splendid and none better and notes they are for sale by all dealers.
For Sale 286 acres of land about six miles east of Shiner. 140 acres in cultivation with a pine residence and one tenant house. Three walls and ample timber on the property. For further information contact Moe.
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