Heart Attack Takes Life Of County Judge Janszen
County Judge Janszen died about midnight on August 6 at Dufner hospital in Hallettsville after a long illness. Born December 26, 1872 near Schulenburg, he taught school for fifteen years, became a state licensed land surveyor, and entered public service as justice of the peace before winning the Lavaca County judge seat in 1929. He was a loyal Democrat, married Rosa Fahner in 1896, and survived by his wife, four daughters, five sons and four brothers. funeral services were held Friday with a large attendance and floral tributes reflecting the community’s esteem.
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Janszen
Dufner Hospital
Hallettsville
Judge Janszen
Schulenburg
Fayette County
Henry
Bertha Janszen
F. P. Guenther
Our County
Oak Grove
Velehrad
Baursville
Moulton
Lavaca County
Supreme Court of Texas
Texas
Lutheran Church
Herman
Rosa Fahner
Round Rock
Paul Henry
Aug.c. Schorre
Cuero
Leonora
Estella
Gladys
Klages
H. C. Randon
Gus Seim
Arnold Freytag
W. B. Fitzhenry
J. F. Bozka
Hy. Guettler
New
Ra Herald
Shiner Delegates Named to State Democratic Convention
Lavaca County Democratic Convention in Hallettsville named Shiner representatives to the State Democratic Convention in Fort Worth. Delegates include Mrs. Ella E. Lane J. M. Canon C. B. Welhausen Mons L P Netardus Ed Busch E H Pohler Max Wolters Alfred Brosch L E Denmark Joe Mikes Wm Jaroszewski Ed Herder.
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Lavaca County
Hallettsville
Shiner
Fort Worth
Ella E. Lane
J. M. Canon
C.B. Welhausen
Mons. L. P. Netardus
Ed Busch
E. H. Pohler
Max Wolters
Alfred Brosch
L. E. Denmark
Joe Mikes
Wm Jaroszewski
Ed Herder
Canon Couple Spends Sunday in Hallettsville
Mr and Mrs J M Canon were guests in Hallettsville on Sunday visiting friends and relatives.
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J. M. Canon
Hallettsville
Boy Scouts Enjoy First All Night Camp
Troop 1 of the Shiner Chapter BSA held its first all night trip from Shiner, leaving at four o clock Wednesday to Welhausen Dam. After wood gathering and games a hot dog and lemonade supper funded by Mayor Ad Richter followed by a paper chase. Scouts woke at dawn, fished or cooked breakfast, then returned home grateful for the outing and the mayor’s kindness. The Palace Theatre offered a free pass to all boy scouts for Friday and Saturday August 7 and 8.
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Shiner
Welhausen Dam
Paul Berckenhoff
Ad Richter
Hughs
Red Kurtz
Berckenhoff
Palace Theatre
Richter
Business Men s Club Meeting Tonight at Goudelock Cafe
The Business Men s Club holds its regular meeting tonight promptly at 8 o clock at Goudelock Cafe. Members are urged to attend for routine club business and upcoming events.
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Business Men’s Club
Goudelock Cafe
Board promotes English teachers after resignation
Due to the resignation of Miss Janie Kelle Baten the Board at its Monday night meeting promoted Mrs Rosanna S. Howard to English teacher and elected Miss Velma Brandes from Weimar to fill Howard's position.
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Janie Kelle Baten
Rosanna S. Howard
Velma Brandes
Weimar
Howard
Hajek Family Enjoys Texas Centennial Celebration
Mr. and Mrs. Emil Hajek and Madlyn are pictured or noted as participants soaking in events and festivities marking the Texas Centennial, enjoying the commemorative atmosphere.
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Emil Hajek
Madlyn
Texas
United Dr Luther Church Upcoming Services and Classes
The United Dr Martin Luther Church lists Sunday School at 9 a m and Divine Service at 10 a m in German, with an 8 p m English service. A brotherhood meeting is set for Thursday at 8 p m, and an instruction class opens mid September. Confirmation class inquiries should see Rev Richard Schuetze for early arrangements.
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Richard Schuetze
Public School Opens September First Monday
The Board of Education fixed September 7 as the opening date with a full faculty of specialists. The district has seen many transfers indicating rising rural interest in high school training. Last year 55 children transferred to Shiner, this year counts are pending official lists.
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Board of Education
Shiner
Hallettsville Christian Science Services
Hallettsville hosts Christian Science services with the Sunday lesson sermon on August 16 at 11 am. The Golden Text cites blessings and forgiveness, while the responsive readings emphasize God as sun and shield offering grace and glory to those who walk uprightly.
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Churches of Christ, Scientist
Kubicek and Adamek Gin Receive First Bale
The Kubicek and Adamek Gin reported its first bale of 1936 cotton during printing. Ford Guettner delivered the bale weighing 535 pounds and it was sold to J. B. Welhausen & Co. for 12.5 cents per pound.
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Kubicek
Adamek
Kubicek and Adamek Gin
Ford Guettner
J. B. Welhausen & Co
Baptist Church Service Schedule With Pastor J. W. Burns
The Baptists announce Sunday School at 10 a m. worship at 11 a m and 8 p m prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p m Pastor J W Burns invites all to worship with the congregation.
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J. W. Burns
First Bale From Dreyer Gin Shipped
Dreyer Gin worker Anton Adamek gathered the first bale on Wednesday August 5 as R A Knippa delivered it. The bale weighed 481 pounds and was purchased by Otto Hartman for 18 cents.
Mrs Wendtland Visited Son at Scriner Institute
Mrs Wm Wendtland Jr has spent two weeks with her son at Scriner Institute and is expected home in a few days.
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Wm. Wendtland, Jr
Scriner Institute
Fertsch and Allen Named Lavaca County Democratic Nominees
Lavaca County officials announce Paul Fertsch as Democratic nominee for County Judge and William Allen for County Attorney. Following the Executive Committee decision, the Commissioners' Court appointed both to fill unexpired terms due to the death of Judge Janszen. Fertsch has served as County Attorney. Allen is Hallettsville born with UT Law degree. Hallettsville New Era-Herald.
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Lavaca County
Fertsch
Allen
Hallettsville
University of Texas
Paul Fertsch
Old Kinkler
Boethel
New Kinkler
Sam
Democratic Committee
William Allen
R. B. Allen
New Era-Herald
Calm reception of Lavaca County joint nominations
The Executive Committee of Lavaca County certified Paul Fertsch as nominee for County Judge and Wm Allen as County Attorney and they were immediately appointed by the Commissioners Court to fill the unexpired terms. Fertsch was the unanimous choice and praised as an exemplary citizen with broad voter confidence. Allen, a lifelong Democrat, comes with a strong reputation and deep family ties, inviting him to meet his constituents.
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Paul Fertsch
Wm Allen
Lavaca County
Commissioners Court
Allen
R. B. Allen
Sam Moore
Mr. Allen
Kasper Gin Reports First Bale of Cotton by Anton Koncaha
The John F Kasper Gin reports its first bale of cotton, brought in by Anton Koncaha Monday morning. Bale weighed 525 pounds and was bought by Wolters Bros Co at 12.15.
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John F. Kasper Gin
Anton Koncaha
Wolters Bros Co
Miss Florine and Earline Berckenhoff Return From State University
Miss Florine Berckenhoff and Miss Earline Berckenhoff arrived home last weekend from State University. They are daughters of local residents and were reported in good spirits enjoying their break.
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Florine
Earline Berckenhoff
State University
Mueller Declines Runoff In 25th Judicial District
Alvin P. Mueller thanks voters for support in the recent election and notes he finished second, earning a runoff spot, but respectfully foregoes his privilege to advance as Paulus is seen as the favorite districtwide.
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25Th Judicial District
Paulus
Alvin P. Mueller
Mrs L L McGinty and Son Visit Gazette Office
Mrs L L McGinty and her son of Wied paid a pleasant call at the Gazette office Monday morning, sharing cordial greetings and local news in a brief social visit.
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L. L. McGinty and Son of Wied
Gazette Office
Correction of Cotton Bale Purchase Attribution
A correction notes that the first bale of cotton reported last week as purchased by C B Wel hausen Co was actually bought by Wolters Bros Co. The error is acknowledged and corrected.
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C.B. Welhausen & Co
Wolters Bros. Co
First Bale at Vrana Gin in Midway Opens Season
The first bale of cotton received at the Vrana Gin in Midway came in Wednesday morning last week. Edward Martinez delivered the bale weighing 483 pounds, and it was purchased at the gin by Mr. Vrana.
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Vrana
Midway
Edward Martinez
Glaze City Gin Receives First Bale of Hay
R L Allert of the Glaze City Gin received his first bale Monday morning Aug 10. It was brought in by Albert Baros weighed 477 lbs and sold to Geo Turk for 12.15.
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R. L. Allert
Albert Baros
Geo. Turk
Koether and Roeder Report First Base
The first base reached the above gin Thursday of last week. It weighed 480 pounds, was brought in by James Netardus, bought by J. J. Morris for 12.80.
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James Netardus
J. J. Morris
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Aug. W. Janszen
Boy Scouts
Asana Oence
Fargo
Wolters Brothers.Co
Hallettsville Christian Science Services
Dreyer
Anton Adamek
Dreyer Gin
R. A. Knippa
Otto Hartman
Wm. Allen
Commissioners’ Court
Kasper Gin
Koether and Roeder
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