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Newspaper

Shiner Gazette

Location

Shiner, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1938

Page

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Births Reported For Pulkrabek Stevens And Proctor Families

A 9 pound baby girl was born Sunday to Mr. and Mrs. Victor Pulkrabek, their first child. Edith Dreyer is the mother. Geraldine is the name chosen. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Stevens welcomed an 8 pound baby boy, a Thanksgiving Gift, with Adela Mueller as the mother. C. M. Koerner announced William Edward Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Proctor of Coldwater Kansas, born November 9 weighing 9 pounds. Pearl Niemann, former Shiner resident, is the mother. The Proctors have been married 19 years and have an adopted son. Congratulations to all.

Victor Pulkrabek Edith Dreyer Geraldine Joe Stevens Stevens Adela Mueller C. M. Koerner Wm. Edward Jr W. E. Proctor Coldwater Kansas Miss Pearl Nieman Ed. Niemann Shiner

Church Program On Air On Sunday December 4

The Columbia Church of the Air Program will be aired Sunday December 4 from 9 to 9 30 a m on stations K T S A and K T R H. It will be conducted by Mr George Gregg former first Reader of First Church of Christ Scientist Oak Park Til.

Columbia Church of the Air George Gregg First Church of Christ Scientist Oak Park, Til

English Services At Immanuel Lutheran Church Shiner

Immanuel Lutheran Church in Shiner will hold English services next Sunday afternoon December 4 at 3 p m with Rev O C Schreiner in charge and speaking on John 5 Let all true Christians unite and rejoice as Psalm 1221 invites us to go into the house of the Lord.

Immanuel Lutheran Church of Shiner O. C. Schreiner David the Lord

United Dr. Martin Luther Church Service Schedule

The United Dr. Martin Luther Church lists Sunday School at 9 30 a m Divine Service at 10 30 a m in German and 7 p m in English Saturday 2 p m Instruction 4 p m Junior Choir Tuesday Dec 6 monthly business meeting Wednesday December 7 Ladies Aid The note urges kindness and friendship as a core Christian value through Rev Richard Schuetze personal message to the community and world.

Ladies Aid Christ Richard Schuetze

God the Only Cause and Creator Sermon Highlight

The lesson sermon for Christ Scientist churches on Sunday December 4 at 11 am centers on the theme God as the sole cause and creator. The Golden Text from Isaiah proclaims the Lord as Holy One, creator, and king, with Nehemiah 9:6 cited to emphasize God’s alone authority over heaven and earth. The piece underscores spiritual living as the path to true existence and peace through all-absorbing spiritual love as taught by Mary Baker.

Churches of Christ Scientist Lord Isreal Mary Baker

Baptist Sunday Services Schedule and Welcome

The church lists Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. and preaching at 11:00 a.m. Evening service at 7:15 p.m. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. All who will and desire are welcome at all services.

S. S

Mrs Wm Riske Sr dies after two year illness at 71

Mrs Lena Goe bel Riske Sr passed away at her Charlottenburg home on Saturday at 12 30 pm following a two year illness. Funeral services were held Sunday at 2 30 pm at the family home with Rev Wm Flachmeier and Rev R Schuetze officiating. Interment was in Shiner City Cemetery beside her husband. She leaves five children Wm Jr Bertha Hulda E F Riske and Adela Oeltjen, six grandchildren and one sister Mrs Emma Krebs. Her husband preceded her in death seven years ago. The Gazette extends sympathy to the bereaved.

Wm. Riske Charlottenburg Shiner City Wm. Flachmeier R. Schuetze Harry Renkin Robert Claus Edmund Brauer Milton Riske Alvin Riske Walter Riske Riske Lena Goebel Shelby Texas Wm. Jr Bertha Hulda E. F. Riske Otto Adela) Oeltjen Shiner Emma Krebs the Gazette

Attendees From Out of Town Attend Funeral

The list includes Ruth Dooley of Bryan Herman Vest Edmund Brauer Otto Bressel Max Boysen A Fenner and E Boysen of Cheapside Charles Schroeder Westhoff Paulie Kloesel Goldie Henkhaus Bill Sommerlatte Gon zales Lee Claus Hugo Stoeltje Cuero Arthur Claus Walter Claus O K Guess Otto Seims Herman Meyer Yoakum Owen Brown Gaynell O Shoemake Leo Strauss Hallettsville Charlie Riske Vivian Moulton Al Thiele Catherine Walzern Schulenburg Charles Friedrich Paul Stieckler Freyburg Elwood Eschenburg Ingleside C Wenhoff Carmine Willie Krause and children Gredler Round Top Hugo Kroebs Shelby.

Out of Town Ruth Dooley Bryan Herman Vest Industry Otto Bressel Edmund Brauer Max Boysen A. Fenner E. Boysen Cheapside Charles Schroeder Westhoff Paulie Kloesel Goldie Henkhaus Round Top Hugo Kroebs Shelby

Tragic Thanksgiving Crash Claims San Antonio Woman

Mrs. Henry L. Thulemeyer of San Antonio was fatally injured in a two car wreck one mile west of Flatonia on November 23 at 6 pm. Driver Mrs. Keeter and seven occupants rode home toFlatonia for Thanksgiving. Mrs. Thulemeyer died at Shiner Hospital at 11:30 pm. She leaves a husband, daughter Mary Elizabeth, 2 1/2, her parents and three sisters.

Henry L. Thulemeyer San Antonio Flatonia H. C. Keeter Thulemeyer O. L. Lee Mary Elizabeth D. J

St Ludmila’s P T A Country Store and Bazaar

St Ludmila’s P T A hosts its annual Country Store and Bazaar this Saturday December 3 starting at 11 am in the Ummelman building. It follows previous years with a few new features and invites the general public to attend.

St. Ludmila’s P. T. A Ummelman

Card of Thanks for support after bereavement

We express thanks to friends for messages flowers and cards during our bereavement. Grateful also to Rev Schuetze Brother Burns and the choir for comforting words. Mrs Otto Wendt and family Mrs Chas Wendt and family Mr and Mrs Ed Dreyer Sr and family.

Schuetze Brother Burns Otto Wendt Chas. Wendt Ed. Dreyer Sr

P. T. A. Meeting Set for December Eighth

A regular meeting of the Public School Parent Teacher Association will be held December eighth. Lassie Wolters serves as President.

Public School Parent Teacher Association Lassie Wolters

Shiner mourns as relatives attend funeral in town

Decherd, Mrs. W. E. Miller of Fla tonia and Mrs. H. C. Keeter of San Antonio joined Shiner attendees at a funeral for their relative. Others from Shiner included Mrs. Isabel Thulemeyer, Mrs. A. J. Blohm, Mr. and Mrs. J. Mikulik, Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Kempe, Mrs. Annie Kempe, P. O. Kempe, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Chandler and son, and Mrs. Sophie Kempe.

Santa Claus to visit Shiner Friday at 6 p.m.

Santa Claus will visit Shiner Friday at 6 p.m. to officially open the Christmas shopping season with a parade and gift distribution. The Chamber of Commerce and Business Men's Club sponsor a large Christmas tree already erected, with many lights decorating the city. Store interiors and windows are highly decorated and merchants urge shoppers to read Gazette ads for messages and specials.

Business Men’s Club Chamber of Commerce of Shiner S. P Ad. Richter Santa Claus Shiner Schultz Chamber of Commerce and Business Men’s Club Gazette

Farmers Meeting at City Hall Tuesday December 6

A Farmers Meeting is scheduled at City Hall on Tuesday December 6. The session will cover agricultural topics and community issues. Local residents and farmers are invited to attend and participate in discussions.

Post Office Improves Interior and Facade

The local Post Office has undergone substantial improvements including a new floor, repainted and refinished interior fixtures, and new front steps. The overall interior now presents a neat, upgraded appearance for patrons.

Why the Chimes Rang Recital and Country Store Event

The Expression Class presents Why the Chimes Rang by Raymond MacDonald Alden on Thursday night December 15 with an admission fee. After expenses half the net receipts go to High School P T A and half to St Ludmila P T A. A Country Store in the Ummelman building on Saturday December 3 benefits St Ludmila P T A.

St. Ludmila’s Raymond MacDonald Alden

Thanks For The Memory shines in new season film at Palace

The song hit of the year is given life on screen in the hit picture Thanks For The Memory. Bob Hope and Shirley Ross star at the Palace Theatre on Sunday and Monday as audiences enjoy the seasonal feature.

Bob Hope Shirley Ross Palace Theatre

Ben Novak Recuperating With Daughters At Bedside

Mr. Ben Novak recuperates from illness as his two daughters from San Antonio visit to attend his bedside. Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Striebeck spend Thanksgiving at the home of their son Lewis and family. Mr. J. H. Hoffmann is confined to bed with a spell of illness.

Ben Novak San Antonio H. H. Striebeck Lewis J. H. Hoffmann

John Deere Day Sees 600 Attend despite Cold Weather

Approximately 600 people registered for John Deere Day last Saturday. Emil Hajek of the Hajek Implement and Supply Company led efforts with three San Antonio company representatives. Five talking pictures showcased John Deere machinery, followed by field demonstrations of the latest implements. Refreshments were offered, and the event was free to the public, cited as profitable and enjoyable.

John Deere Emil Hajek San Antonio Hajek Implement and Supply Company Hajek Patek K. Spoetzl

Fisseler Geary Wedding in Vallejo Calif

Eli A. Fisseler and Miss Margaret Geary wed at Judge Lechner's Vallejo home. Attendants Tom Frazier U S S Henderson and Mrs Allen of 437 Pennsylvania Street Vallejo. Fisseler has served in the Navy ten years aboard the U S S Melville and was promoted to First Class Machinist Mate on November 16. The couple reside at 437 Pennsylvania Street Vallejo and many friends wish them lasting happiness.

Judge Lechner Vallejo California Eli A. Fisseler Margaret Geary Tom Frazier U. S. S. Henderson Allen Pennsylvania Street Otto Fisseler Our City U. S. S. Melville

Schendel-Sweet nuptials in Chicago ceremony

Mr and Mrs Wm Schendel announce their son Otis wed Miss Mary Helen Sweet on Thanksgiving morning at 9 30 in Chicago Rev Wm Clyde Howard of the Presbyterian Church officiated A three o clock dinner followed and the couple left for a honeymoon by air They will reside at 1826 South Michigan Avenue Chicago Illinois The Gazette offers best wishes for happiness and prosperity

Wm. Schendel Chicago Otis Mary Helen Sweet Wm. Sweet Minneapolis Minn Clyde Howard The Presbyterian Church Michigan Ave

Food Sale December 10 Held by Neighborhood H. D. Club

The Neighborhood H. D. Club sponsors a food sale at the Ummelmann Building on Saturday December 10 beginning at 1:00 PM. Proceeds support club activities and local community projects. The event invites residents to enjoy baked goods and hot meals.

H. D. Club Ummelmann

Expression Recital Promises Two Playsets At City Auditorium

Next Monday night December 5 expression class presents two one act plays at the City Auditorium starting 7 o clock. Toast and Tea by eight girls opens followed by Too Many Cousins a boys and girls farce. Admission is free and the public is invited.

City Auditorium

Red Cross Roll Call Thanks and Palace Theatre Donation Details

The writer expresses sincere thanks to those who joined the Annual Red Cross Roll Call and to the Palace Theatre for showing the Red Cross film for a week. Donations can still be made at the First National Bank, signed by Julia Wolters.

Red Cross Palace Theatre First National Bank Julia Wolters

Also Mentioned on This Page

Immanuel Lutheran Church C. Schreiner Chistian Science Services WM. Riske, SR IRS Santa ST. Ludmila’s P. T. A. Country Store & Bazaar Bonordens Farmers Meeting John Deere Day Fisseler Geary Schendel
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