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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1939
Page
4
The Shin er Gazette is published every Thursday by Mes Tillie Fietsam, publisher. The paper is entered as second class mail at the Shin er, Texas post office under the act of Congress of March 1, 1878.
Our club met Friday after July 28 at Vinstenec Hall with five members present including Pfeiffer. The president called the meeting to order, minutes approved, old and new business disposed of, and a delegate report from A. & M was enjoyed. Miss Pfeiffer suggested jelly, jam and marmalade ideas which were passed. The next meeting is on the second Friday in September. Lunch was served.
Mrs Ann Newsom entertained with a birthday supper Sunday evening at Welhausen Dam. Guests included James Cimrhanzel Ernest Baker of Gonzales Jennings Baumgarten George Humphreys and Mr and Mrs Joe Orsak of Yoakum Miss Ethlyn Kuhn Bessie Cimerhanzel and Ann Berkenhoff.
Miss Gussie Mae Eschenburg hosted the Modern Priscellas Tuesday afternoon at her home with Miss Ethel Jean Arnold of Peoria as the sole guest. The club plans a watermelon party Tuesday evening at Welhausen Park. A tempting lunch followed, prepared by the hostess and her mother. Miss Eileen Heinsohn will be the next hostess.
Mrs B J Novak and her son Ben visited in Hallettsville on Friday. John Leopold and R J Strauss Jr of Hallettsville visited here on Thursday.
In Austin on August 4 the automatic tax board levied a maximum ad valorum rate of 77 cents per $100 valuation, first state tax raise in five years. Gov O Daniel's office barred reporters from the meeting. memorandum to follow. The levy splits into 35 cents for general revenue, 35 cents for schools, and 7 cents for Confederate pensions.
Reporter describes a cooperative visit showing how county boys stay in college facilities, detailing meals for up to 2900 people and staff roles. Features include the creamery, icehouses, kilns, and 14 kettles, plus the Administration Building with $15,000 doors, a textile mill, vast kitchen, 70 tables for 1680 diners, and a 200 by 100 foot swimming pool.
Back from New York Meyerhoffs buyers Sam and Mrs Reichman announce a large up to date merchandise line at the Hallettsville store. They promise low prices, style leadership, and national trends reflected in their selections. Also noted are local social items and a movie advertisement at Palace Theatre.
Victor Theptow resumes duties following a week of enforced rest due to a boiling water accident. Palace Theatre hosts Charles Starrett and The Pioneers in Spoilers of the Range on Friday and Saturday. Local notes mention visits between Yoakum and Fort Worth, with several residents named visiting relatives and friends.
Hugo Pohler and Julius Cimerhanzel spent a few days in Yoakum. Ed Kahanek of Woodsboro visited Mr. and Mrs. Emil Kahanek Sunday. Mrs. Ann Newsom spent the weekend in Yoakum. Mesdames C B Welhausen and Peck Welhausen visited in Victoria Monday. Mr and Mrs Louis Trautwein were Cuero visitors Monday. Guests at the Joe Kasper home Sunday and Monday included Mrs Groff and sons Walter and Wilfred, Miss Benita Heinsohn of San Antonio, Mr and Mrs Herbert Lindemann and children of Bartlett, Mr and Mrs R E Morin and children, Miss Frances Colossi, Richard Baird of San Antonio, Mrs Millie Smith and children of Luling.
The ad offers eight cream flavors including Vanilla Strawberry Orange Pineapple Banana Nut Cherry Nut Chocolate Showered and Fruit Salad plus fresh vanilla and chocolate frozen malt. The notice urges readers to buy freely at Shiner Drug Co.
A compact note from Western Asto Associate Store asserts that GOOD PENN offers the best oil value in town. It highlights competitive pricing, quality reliability, and a strong local presence. The message aims to persuade shoppers to favor GOOD PENN for their oil needs.
An old advertisement for Alkalasine from ShinER Drug Company claims relief from indigestion gas gall bladder pains and high blood pressure by restoring potassium balance. The item notes a money back guarantee and a location attribution to ShinER Drug Company.
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