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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1968
Page
6
Market reports from Gonzales on Aug 24 1968 and Flatonia on Aug 26 1968 show steady to firm cattle and hog prices. Good calves and yearlings moved strongly while lower quality cattle and cow and calf pairs sold cheaper. hogs ranged Nos 1 2 3 tops and sows with market activity described as fully steady to about 50 cents higher.
The Pfeil family expresses deep gratitude for kindness shown during Mrs. Anna Pfeil's illness and at her passing. They thank doctors and the Frank Wagner Memorial Hospital staff, Rev. F E Eilers and other clergy, the Gazette, pallbearers, Buffington Funeral Home, those who sent floral tributes and food, and all friends and neighbors for support.
Miss Jan Kral bride elect of Adolph Cerny Jr. was honored with a personal shower at her Shiner home on July 6 1968. Sixteen guests registered in the bridal book and enjoyed games gifts and a decorated cake and refreshments. Hostesses were Mrs Jimmy Kral Mrs John Bell and Mrs Raymond Simper with a blue gown as their gift. By Rowland Bowden Field Representative Victoria Social Security Office.
Our hearts overflow with sincere appreciation for all who expressed love and sympathy during our sorrow. We thank Dr. Robert Wagner Rev John Hanacek and the Buffington Funeral Home staff for their help and kindness. May God bless you. Mrs. Frieda Filip
The Hermann Sons Meet in Shiner Lodge No. 20 held a regular session with Selma Schmidt presiding due to Edgar Kram’s illness. Officers and members approved July minutes, heard reports, welcomed new members Keith Ross Otto and Scott Allan Minear, and noted transfers and sympathy and get well cards.
A yellow and mist green themed miscellaneous shower honored Miss Mary Foucheaux of Houston, bride elect of Joe Machacek of Shiner, with readings on marriage and songs by friends. The event featured gifts, a cake inscribed Best Wishes Joe and Mary, and a future wedding Mass planned for September 21, 1968 at St Christopher Church in Houston.
The U S Fish and Wildlife Service invites the public to an open house at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday August 31. Visitors can tour the 47000 acre refuge and choose a hunting spot as the special September archery season opens. An orientation on rules will follow at 8 30 p m at the main entrance.
A July 20 1968 bridal shower in Shiner honored Miss Jan Kral of Houston bride elect of Adolph Cerny Jr. of Ardmore Oklahoma. Guests included mother of the bride elect and the prospective groom’s mother. A reception featured a pineapple dessert, eight taper candlestick centerpiece, crystal punch bowl and a Oneida stainless steel gift. Sponsors for infant Emery Lynn Mascheck Sr. of Bloomington received Holy Baptism August 24 at St. Patrick’s with Father Bernesciani officiating.
Obituary notices for Adella Mikulenka of Hallettsville and Lubbock, Lillian Balajka of Houston, Joseph Malik of Victoria with service details, birthplaces, families, and burial plans. Survivors listed include spouses, children, siblings, and grandchildren across Texas cities. Funeral services occurred August 1968 in multiple churches and chapels.
Mr and Mrs Leonard Malina of 2007 Palm Drive Victoria announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter Elaine Kay to Kernell Moritz son of Mr and Mrs Alton Moritz of Meyersville The couple both attend Victoria College and work at DuPont Company The bride to be is a Victoria High School graduate and granddaughter of Mrs F J Malina and Mr and Mrs Jack Garrett A November wedding at Trinity Lutheran Church Victoria is planned
The Texas Almanac charts Lavaca County population from 1850 to 1960, noting a peak of 28,961 in 1920 and steady declines since. By 1960 the county population fell to 20,174, linked to a drop in farm residents while three main towns grew.
Noble Malik of Victoria is recognized for a large family with 15 grandchildren and one great grandchild, highlighting extensive generational spans within the family.
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