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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1968
Page
4
Public notice urges individuals to reduce air pollution through personal actions. Emphasizes routine vehicle maintenance, engine tuning, and exhaust system inspections to lower emissions and save fuel costs. Encourages supporting legislation for pollution controls.
An editor's note presents Q A responses from Colonel Morris S Schwartz State Director on deferment authority ROTC eligibility for I D student status and appeals. It explains that only local and appeal boards grant deferments while the state director can appeal classifications or postpone induction for good cause. It also explains voluntary induction for 18 year olds through SSS Form 254.
Miss Kathy Zimmerman daughter of Dr and Mrs Bernhard Zimmerman of Greensboro North Carolina wed John Theodore Dierksen son of Mr and Mrs Raymond Dierksen of Shiner Texas at United Dr Martin Luther Church on August 10 1968. The bride wore white organza with lace and ivy bouquet. Attendants included sisters Marianne Zimmerman and Bernardine Zimmerman and bridesmaids from Texas and New York. The groom's party featured his brother William Dierksen and several friends from Shiner Austin Dallas and New York. Reception on the lawn followed with yellow and white decor, a four tier cake, and gifts displayed in the house. A rehearsal dinner was held August 9 at La Mancha Inn Yoakum.
The 1943 Shiner High School class held a 25th reunion on Sunday August 4 1968 at Sulphur Park with a basket lunch at noon. Grace was said by Mrs Guy McKay. A short meeting voted to schedule another reunion in five years at the same location. Several awards honored distances, large families, and long marriages. Attendees included multiple Houston San Antonio Lake Charles and Shiner residents and families. A birthday cake celebration followed and gifts were exchanged with the wedding party.
Miss Peggy Kuck, bride-elect of James Russell Parker of Bastrop, was honored at a bridal shower in the Lutheran Social Hall on August 3, 1968. Guests included her mother Mrs. Victor Kuck and the groom’s mother Mrs. George Parker with Miss Jeanette Gerum hosting. The event featured lavender decor, a registry table, gifts, cake, and a gift of Corning Ware and a percolator from the hostesses.
Miss Kathryn Zimmerman was honored at a luncheon hosted by Mrs Jethro M Hurt and Mrs Marianne Zimmerman at the La Mancha Inn Yoakum on Saturday August 10 at noon. Guests included the bridal party mothers grandmothers and out of town guests.
IRS column answers common tax questions. Medical deduction for doctor recommended air conditioning may apply and require a physician statement and value increase. Reimbursements for job interviews are not taxable unless excess over actual expenses. Charitable donations of goods deductible at fair market value with donor receipt. Highway use tax depends on vehicle type and weight. Scholarships generally non taxable and not counted in support. Mortgage prepayment penalties treated as interest, not selling costs. Duplicate tax bill should be returned to service center with payment details. One dependent exemption for mother. no extra exemption for age.
A resident voices reluctance over high expectations from a committee assignment. The quote reflects surprise at the workload and duty involved, highlighting community input on local governance.
The page lists Holy Mass and confession times for Shiner Catholic Church with pastors and special services, plus schedules for First United Methodist and Shiner Baptist churches. It notes Legion Auxiliary delegates Annie Proschko and George Spann attending the Department Convention in Houston, with Myra Hester elected District 22 President.
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