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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1936
Page
1
Shiner schools are praised for physical plant and teaching quality in Lavaca County. The PTA will run opening day, promising a smooth start as new books arrive for all students. Colored schools begin two weeks after the public school with a capable faculty and proud patrons.
Mr H G Hollmann again shows support for education by presenting the High School with a New 1936 Revised Edition of the Encyclopaedia Britannica. The gift updates current reference materials and reflects his active involvement beyond words. The school, faculty, and pupils express deep gratitude.
Anita Richter announces a final meeting for the summer Home Economics class on Monday August 24 at 3 30 PM in the High School building. Expected attendees include summer class members other high school girls planning to take Home Economics, new eighth graders and new high school entrants, mothers of summer class girls, and others interested in the Homemaking Program.
At Thursday meeting the High School P T A discussed the September 7 opening and will handle the opening program again. Officials praised the fair exhibit crafted by the PTA committee and welcomed new faculty member Miss Hertha Liebhafsky.
The town welcomes the new Sinclair Service Station at the highway and Main Street in Shiner with a formal opening planned for Saturday the 22nd. Bill Mikesh, local operator and Shiner native, promises modern automotive service including lubrication, washing, tire repairs, and road service, asserting his intent to serve the community and surrounding trade area.
Political advertisement urging Alfred Gieptner to vote for in Lavaca County runoff for Commissioners Precincts 8 and 7 on August 22. Highlights support for good roads and prompt service. Voter call to go to polls next Saturday.
Lawyers recommend T. H. Cody to clients as the best qualified candidate for the Associate Justice Court of Civil Appeals. The plea emphasizes his merit and professional backing from the legal community.
Tuesday morning at the Catholic Church Miss Ludmila Mladenka and Henry Frers Jr. were wed in a ceremony described as a full account to appear next week.
United Dr Luther Church lists Sunday School at 9 a m and Divine Service at 10 a m with Rev Wolfsdorf at the pulpit Saturday August 20 Brotherhood meeting with eight Cuero brothers. Friday August 31 Junior Luther League at 4 30 p m Sunday September 1 first Sunday in September Sunday School 9 30 a m Divine Service 10 30 a m September 19 Confirmation Class at 9 a m.
Hallettsville Christian Science Churches plan Sunday services at 11 a.m. The lesson sermon centers on Mind with the Golden Text Great is our Lord and of great power his understanding is infinite We pray for patience and consolation that all may be like minded toward one another in Christ Jesus to glorify God.
The Methodist Church will hold Rally Day services next Sunday with special sermons in the morning and in the evening. A large congregation is encouraged to attend as the church expects broad participation.
Harold M. Johnson of the Bureau of Entomology will visit Lavaca County for one week from August 24 to 28 to teach the latest screw worm control methods and infection prevention. Meetings are at schoolhouses: Moulton August 24 at 3 PM, Shiner August 24 at 8 PM, Sweet Home August 25 at 10 AM, Wied August 25 at 3 PM.
Shiner Drug Co offers ice cream sodas at the price from 20 years ago for Saturday and Sunday only. Store promotes a nostalgic deal likely drawing regional customers.
The Baptist church invites the public to Sunday School at 10 a.m. and preaching at 11 a.m. also 8 p.m. A Wednesday prayer meeting at 8 p.m. Pastor J. W. Burns leads the congregation in worship.
Dr and Mrs F M Wagner and Ben Grill join C F Miculka for a trip to San Antonio on Sunday. The Country Beyond, an adventure film, screens Tuesday and Wednesday at the Northland Palace.
A brief civic message urges readers not to skip voting next Saturday as Gus Seim asks for support and influence.
A Palace release promises a delightful engagement with Shirley Temple starring in Captain January shown Sunday and Monday. The family feature blends charm and adventure as Temple leads the tale on a seaside quest.
New officers presiding for the first time were E. J. Kempe as president and A. A. Schramm as vice president. A chicken supper followed, minutes were approved, and bills ordered paid. Committees announced include Community Chest with Mayor Richter and C. Waldrep. Entertainment with Benno Holchak and Ben Novak. Road with J. C. Blohm and P. R. Otto. Highway Beautification with C. J. Garbade and Arno Wagener.
Three to five Mrs William Newsome of Cuero entertained at her mother Mrs Koneaba home with a four table 42 party for Ludmila Mladenka bride to be A delicious lunch of ice cream sandwiches potato chips cake and grape juice served Prizes awarded at five High to Anita Kurtz most 84s to Natalie Fisseler low to Evelyn Kroulik and consolation to Dorothy Jean Blohm All prizes were bathroom articles including a bath mat towels towel rack soap dish and wash rags Guests departed after an enjoyable afternoon wishing the honoree happiness.
Garden Club will meet with Mrs. Edgar Wolters Friday after noon August 21st, promptly at 3 P. M. All members are to bring mixed flower arrangement for discussion. Pansy seed will be ordered.
A brief civic note from Gus Seim urging voters to remember that the runoff primary is next Saturday and asking for votes in his re election bid.
Public weigher Roeder reports 482 bales of cotton received up to Tuesday night August 18. Compare with 1984 figures from the same date show the year’s intake.
Monday morning at the Catholic Church Rt Rev Mons Netardus united Miss Helen Veselka and Mr Herbert Hoepfl in holy matrimony. Witnesses were Joe Biehunko and Jerry Veselka. The bride wore white satin with veil and carried white asters. Bridesmaid Wilma Wendel wore pink and carried pink flowers. Best man Willie Hoepfl. A wedding dinner followed at the bride’s mother Mrs Joe Veselka’s home. The event honored two prominent local families. immediate family attended due to the bride’s father’s death. The newlyweds will reside with the bride’s mother.
The Palace Cafe hosted a luncheon on August 13 for bride-to-be Miss Ludmila Mladenko. Tables in green and yellow featured green candles and ribbons revealing orange letters spelling Ludmila Heinie. Guests signed bridle keepsakes, with favors and a club blanket gift, as congratulations were offered.
The notice announces the first incubator setting on August 24 and invites customers to bring eggs for hatching on Saturdays. It instructs cooling and moist storage for eggs and prohibits setting eggs over seven days old. Trays hold 128 eggs and advance bookings for chicks are advised. The farm sells selected chicks from blood tested hens with reasonable prices and contact details for W L Henkhaus.
Shiner Drug Co offers again the old time treat with ice cream soda priced at five cents for Saturday and Sunday. The promotion invites customers to enjoy a nostalgic beverage at a tiny coin price.
Mr W B Fry and his wife have returned to Austin after a period away. The couple are now settling back into their home and resuming their routine in the city.
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