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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1935
Page
8
The Lavaca DeWitt Colorado and Fayette County Rural Carriers Association held its annual basket picnic in Shiner this year. Postmasters clerks and families joined over 100 participants for dinner at 7 PM at the American Legion Hall in what attendees called one of the most enjoyable gatherings.
Mrs R J Strauss spent the past week at the Kenedy Hot Wells enjoying outdoor baths and the local amenities during a short leisure stay.
George Raft stars as Ed Beaumont in The Glass Key at the Palace. The crime drama unfolds with bold risks, dark schemes, and rapid action across a tense cityscape.
Among students not previously mentioned as returning from summer school are Misses Emily Schovajsa Annie Stuter Hertha Liebhafsky Rose Gasser from State University Misses Alf Christian Beatrice Kasper Edna Reischel George Kocian Jerome Kocian and wife Gilbert Luedecke and Mrs Mary Nichols from San Marcos State Teachers College.
Mrs Frank Pagel Sr is making her home with her daughter Mrs John Maeker on Route 2 for the present.
Mr and Mrs Wm Jaroszewski drove to Austin last weekend to escort Miss Ethel back home. The brief outing highlighted a family visit and return trip to their residence.
Mr and Mrs Louis Bannett announce the arrival of a baby girl making three daughters in the family.
A stirring Western titled Justice of the Range stars Tim McCoy and plays Friday and Saturday at the Palace. The show promises action and classic frontier drama as crowds gather for the double feature.
Dr H A Liebhafsky entertained readers at the Gazette office Monday after a California vacation. He paused during return to Schenectady New York where he works in General Electric's laboratory, and he took passage at Galveston on Wednesday.
Word arrives that Miss Irene Turk graduated with honors from Southwest State Teachers College in San Marcos on Wednesday night. She will teach at the Carl Gehnz School in New Braunfels next session. Schulenburg friends express pride in her continued success.
Guests in the F. R. Mergen thaler home during last week were R. A. Mergenthaler of Cor aig Miss Clara Mergentha er, Mrs. Minnie Heiligman, Mrs at Wantzloeben and daugh er Mildred, and Mrs. Lloyd Coggeshall of San Antonio and Miss Ernestine Mergenthaler, just returned from San Marcos summer school.
Mrs J W Oppert of Atlanta and Mrs Mamie Oppert of San Antonio have been guests of Mrs Peck Wethausen.
Mrs Emil Balusek entertained the Blue Bonnet 42 Club on Tuesday. Lunch featured cakes and sandwiches with ice cream and punch. High score went to Mrs Ray Broz, with others including Mrs Anton Blohm Jr and Mrs Emil Stachlow. Singer was Mrs M Vogel. Next meeting set for Sept 3 at 2 30 with Mrs Adolf Bednar.
Martin Fiedler of Shiner Motor Sales arrived from Chicago Friday night driving a Champion Fire Pump. He traveled by train back after a late return and stayed overnight in Hot Springs. He praised the Mississippi crossing and the Lake Hamilton shoreline along the 240 mile route.
The Palace will screen the German all talking picture Wie Man Mae nner Fesseet on September 5 inviting patrons to tell their friends about the event. The program advertises a new era in cinema showcasing synchronized dialogue and sound.
Our heartfelt thanks go to friends and neighbors for kindness and for the beautiful flowers during the illness and burial of our beloved husband and father. We thank Rev Wolfsdorf for consoling words. We shall treasure these acts of sympathy. Mrs. Frank Pagel Sr. and Children
Mrs. Anton Blohm Jr and Mrs. Emil L Balusek and their son visited San Antonio with sister Mrs. H C Staats. They returned with their mother Mrs. Elizabeth Gerdes accompanying them home.
Dr. H. A. Liebhafsky of Schenectady New York is spending a few days vacation with his home circle.
Mrs Elizabeth Gerdes visited her mother Mrs J L Janssen in Moulton last week.
In a letter to the Gazette Dean Nelle notes Sister M Francis of Shiner Texas, a member of the class graduating from Southwest Texas State Teachers College, was elected to final or graduate membership in the Texas era Chapter of Alphi Chi National Honor Society on Wednesday evening August 21, 1935.
Mr. and Mrs. Elo Wolters along with H. H. Striebeck and Victor Treptow spent Sunday in Houston, enjoying a local outing and return.
Miss Jessie Pearl Landers, a faculty member for one term, was loved by students and patrons for her Christian character and helpful presence in the community. Best wishes accompany her next steps as she moves on from the new high school opening.
Important notice urges readers to order new mattresses or renovate old ones at the Shiner Mattress Factory, emphasizing made to order services and on site workmanship for timely completion.
A delightful supper party entertained by Mr and Mrs Edgar Wolters at their home for Edith Wolters inviting Dorothy and Jimmie Jaeggli of Moulton. The veranda with evergreens provided a festive setting. Guests included Aline Wolters Gussie Mae Esch Glenn Wagner Edwin Novak and Arnold Papachek of Moulton.
Mrs Otto Schmidt Sr left Saturday for Shiner to join her son O H Schmidt on his return from Camp Hulen maneuvers near Palacios. She will stay in Fort Worth for several months. Yorktown friends learn he was promoted to captain in the Guard and will be aide to General Rains. Otto has served as private secretary to General Hulen since 1918 and was with the Guard headquarters detachment. General Hulen, president of Fort Worth and Denver Railway, heads the organization from Fort Worth.
The Blue Bonnet Music Club met with Mrs Elo Wolters and Miss Edith Wolters on Friday night. Officers elected for the half year include Leona Valek as president Stella Novak as first vice president Annie Marie Muras as second vice president Virginia Vogelsang as secretary Maxine McElroy as reporter and treasurer Francis Berkenhoff and Parliamentarian Mrs Elo Wolters Critic Mrs A L Fuller. A new book Alice in Underlandia was added to the library Glenn Wagner became a senior member. The program featured illustrations of the kettle drum piano solos by Erwin Liebhafsky Earline Kroulik Evelyn Draeger Frances Wagner Maxine McElroy and Beethoven's Minuet in G. A lunch followed with games afterward.
Miss Selma Rogge received a luncheon from the Ugandas at the Royal dining room marking her upcoming marriage. Blue and pink bridalmotif table arrangements, place cards, and tallies lit the event, Mae Rogge claiming high score among guests and sister of the honoree. Ann Berckenhoff and Gertrude Kasper led planning.
Six wheel Packard offering flawless paint and upholstery with near new casings. A fine automobile at an affordable price with terms through Smith Motor Company in Gonzales Texas.
Friends in Les lie C Merrem's hometown report his serious infection in a San Antonio hospital after a blood poisoning case. His parents and Miss Mabel Merrem, joined by Roy Mewes, visited as doctors warned of possible arm loss and dangerous complications. He remains hospitalized for at least two more weeks.
Chevrolet coupe offered by Smith Motor Company in Gonzales Texas. Good paint and upholstery. Six cylinder motor is mechanically okay. Terms available.
Supt and Mrs T H McDonald and son returned last Saturday from Austin.
Used car notice offering a late model Chevrolet at a used price. Terms available. Seller identified as Smith.
Rev and Mrs A Guyon of Hallettsville and son Fred of Carrizo Springs were guests of Mr and Mrs C J Waldrep on Sunday.
Mrs. M. E. Mittanek shows marked improvement after an illness that lasted through the prior week. She is reported resting comfortably and responding to treatment as she recovers at home or under medical care.
For sale 50 pounds of home made tobacco priced at 35 cents per package. Quantity available may vary with additional purchases. Contact John Kioesel Sr. for details and arrangements.
Children, grandchildren and great grandchildren gathered last Sunday at Louis Ehlers home to honor his 77th birthday. Attendees included Gloor family of Gonzales and Kerrville, Seim of Orange Grove, Ehlers and Tomasco of Houston, Hagens of San Antonio, Yoakum and Brenham residents, and others. A mutton barbecue was enjoyed under the trees on the spacious grounds, with sixty six served. The Gazette wishes Mr. Ehlers many more such happy anniversaries.
Chevrolet coach model 1931 offered by Smith Motor Company Gonzales. Extra clean with good rubber upholstery and paint. Terms available.
Miss Angeline Stock from San Antonio recently visited for a few days and was added to the Ga zette readers list.
Mr and Mrs George Janssen and daughter Georgie Mae Mrs J L Janssen Mrs E L Balu sek and son Emil Jr were recent visitors to Utopia and Knippa.
The Lavaca County Commissioners Court will receive competitive bids up to 10:00 a.m. on September 9, 1935, at Hallettsville Courthouse for one Power Mechanical Control Maintainer about 42 HP with 12 foot Mould Board. A certified bid guarantee of five percent is required, with right to reject any or all bids. If awarded, time warrants may be issued up to 3000 dollars bearing six percent interest, mature by 1936. May 15. Aug W Janszen, County Judge.
Smith Motor Company in Gonzales offers a 1929 Model A Ford coupe for sale. The car promises economical transport with good paint and tires showing little wear. Terms available.
Mrs. E A Walker, guest of her daughter Mrs A L Fodller for several months, has returned to Texarkana last Saturday.
An old time dental health ad touts LETO'S FOR THE GUMS as highly recommended by leading dentists. It promises relief for foul breath loose teeth or sore gums and offers money back from Kubn's Drug Store if it fails.
A German language all talking film drew audiences at the Palace on Thursday September 5. The feature showcased synchronized dialogue and sound, drawing praise for its technical achievement and engaging performances.
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