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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1960
Page
2
The Peach Creek Philosopher on his Johnson grass farm writes that scientists debate the exact length of a second. He jokes a calendar suffices for daily life and that intense precision seems needless when a simple routine keeps him moving.
Legion and Auxiliary meetings on November 22 discuss Homecoming charges, fundraising, and a Christmas party with Santa Claus. Members donate old hose and items for Kerrville Veterans Hospital. 245 members paid. sympathy for Mrs. Maresh. constitution revisions underway. Also reports on a 30th wedding anniversary celebration, family reunions, and a large Shiner area birthday gathering with many attendees.
Thanksgiving Day service at United Dr. Martin Luther Church baptized David Carl Boedeker Harold Edward Koenning Jr and David Wayne Otto with sponsors named. Card of thanks expresses gratitude for sympathy and help after the death of Oscar E. W. Emken from his wife and daughter.
The Rev and Mrs W L Froehner of San Antonio paused in Houston en route home after visiting Shiner friends. He once served as pastor of the local Methodist Church in 1945 46 and both sons hold church and education posts in Texas.
Gus Seim expresses heartfelt thanks to Doctors Robert J. and John Dennis Wagner and the Wagner Hospital nursing staff for splendid care during his stay. He also thanks Rev. Fathers for prayers and visits, and all who sent flowers, cards, and inquired about his illness, wishing blessings on all.
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