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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1936
Page
4
Alfred Gieptner thanks Lavaca County Precincts 3 and 7 voters for the July primary and asks for support in the August 22 runoff. He pledges to provide the best possible service to all parts of the Commissioner’s Precinct and guarantees the statement if elected.
The Midway Home Demonstration Club met Friday July 31 at Vinstenec Hall with thirteen members and visitor Miss Emily Schovassa present. New business included a social at National Hall on August 28, plus an August 23 gathering. members should bring a filled basket. Miss Morgan led a grooming demonstration emphasizing floral arrangements and container choices to enhance bouquets.
W L Martin expresses deep gratitude for friendship, flowers, visits, and inquiries during illness. He singles out Dr F M Wagner for superior care and praises hospital nurses, thanking all for courtesy and lasting regard.
Charlie Chan takes his wife and fourteen children to the Circus in Charlie Chan at the Circus Palace events Tue and Wed.
J. F. Woods and his daughter Miss Marie of Gonzales called on W. L. Martin during their visit last Saturday, sharing a brief family outing and greetings.
Shiner Drug Co offers an old-time ice cream soda for Saturday and Sunday at an extraordinary low price of 5 cents. A nostalgic deal highlighted by a tight retail price.
A La Grange Journal note describes Judge Arnim, long considered a bachelor, hinting that after his re election campaign he may soon wed. The piece jokes about Cupid and suggests court business may feel easier after August 8 with well wishes and congratulations from all.
J. J. Mansfield thanks voters of Columbus Texas for strong support in the late primary. He notes he could not canvass due to duties in Washington including a power transmission bill for Bonneville and dam projects and storm warning legislation. He says returning to Texas brought many hearings and obligations, and he remains grateful.
Grace Moore and Franchot Tone star in a light romantic comedy drama presented at Palace Sun and Mon, a period piece blending music and romance. The film features theatrical charm and a breezy, traditional mood.
Centennial dance at Midway Sunday August 9 features Migl's Orchestra for popular music. Admission 35 cents for gentlemen, ladies admitted free. Centennial souvenirs available. Everyone invited to attend.
A dental preparation LETO'S for the gums is promoted as dentist recommended and effective. Druggists refund money if it fails, advertised by Kubn's Drug Store for gum health and confidence in smiling.
The commissioners court of Hallettsville County awards Stroman Construction Company of Victoria the contract to engineer and build 14 bridges washed out by the latest flood. Estimated cost is about 25000 dollars. Previous floods damaged sixteen bridges with repairs costing 29928.51 dollars.
Dr A Lampe a veterinary surgeon from La Grange will be in Shiner on August 6 to treat sick stock. Bring your animals for examination and care. 31x2
A. E. Tampke, principal of Charlottenburg School for seven years and a Masters candidate at Sam Houston State Teachers College, was elected President of the South Texas Teachers on the college campus this summer. Also advertises a farm for sale three miles south of Shiner with about 65 acres cultivated, offered at a reasonable price. Apply at Shiner Gazette office.
Community event invites all to an August 6 free dance at Vlastenee Hall with music by South Texas Ramblers. Everybody welcome.
Dance event announced for Dilworth on Saturday August eighth with music by Baros of Yoakum. Admission is 25 cents for gentlemen and free for ladies.
Moravia Symphony Orchestra provides music for an old time dance at Henkhaus Texas on Saturday August 8. Everyone is invited to attend.
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