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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1925
Page
5
A historian would note America’s humanitarian effort shaping international goodwill. The Golden Rule Sunday on December 6 drew attention to Near East Relief and the aim to build a new global solidarity beyond politics.
Last Thursday at 6:30 PM the Boy Scouts held a meeting at K P Hall with H H Striebeck and Elo Wolters measuring uniforms. The second class scout test, run by Scout master Tom Hughs and Herms Dittmar, covered signalling observation compass and knife and hatchet use. Saturday at 2:30 PM the group traveled to Welhausen's pasture for fire building cooking and tracking tests, including burnt fingers from roasting bacon and potatoes as they searched for signs. First aid test to be supervised by Dr F M Wagner.
$150,000 to loan at 6 percent on improved black land farms. Will buy your land notes. E. J. Motis, Lawyer, Neuman Building, Yoakum, Texas. 52tf
A period advertisement promises Blue Star Remedy for eczema itching and other skin diseases. It touts a guarantee and targets shoppers at Corner Drug and Shiner Drug Co outlets. The copy lists conditions like eczema ringworm and cracked hands and asserts a skin relief claim.
Martha Banning Thomas recounts a family Christmas scene where grandparents, parents, and relatives gather by a blazing fire. Grandfather explains Grandma is a windmill of good will, turning with generosity and remaining unstirred by ill winds. The clan agrees Christmas Day is the happiest, seeking her lesson in turning into the right wind.
Martha Whiteside, a lonely poor woman with no relatives, receives a $500 Christmas check after entering a contest. The town, wrongly labeling her a crabbed miser, learns at last she longs to help others and share her love, transforming local opinion toward her gratitude and generosity. The story credits Kathryn Edelman.
Tax collector H J Schornack reports Southern Pacific Railway Co paid 11232.69 for Lavaca County state and county taxes on Monday. He calls it the largest single tax payment this season and notes collections are better than expected given current conditions. Hallettsville Herald.
The December term of the County Court convened with Judge Stavinoha and officials present. Docket items include John Belicek tearing down fence continued by agreement and Herman Brown charged with aggravated assault and disturbing the peace. Plea of guilty to disturbing peace fined $5.00. aggravated assault dismissed on motion.
The probate docket shows sales reports approved for Joe Jurena estate and guardianship actions for Elrose Ullrich minors with Julia Ullrich appointed guardian and bond set at 3000. Appraisers E F Appelt Joe Zappe and E C Timm named. Minor Madeline Spiiet and patient examinations directed for Dec 8 1925 by Drs Boethel and Renger. Final reports approved for Psencik Koenning and Ford Hermes estates. temporary administrators and guardians discharged. inventories and appraisements approved. administration closed for several estates. New Era.
Local Yoakum shopper notice inviting customers to do Christmas shopping at Vachule's Drug Store. The message emphasizes holiday-time purchasing at the store and aims to attract residents to visit for seasonal supplies.
A newspaper notice urges readers to submit Christmas and New Year greetings to the Gazette. It states next week’s issue will feature the greetings and that there is no paper on January 1 1926.
Shiner Motor Sales promotes a Christmas gift idea for car lovers with festive options and holiday pricing. The message encourages shoppers to visit the lot for vehicle gifts and seasonal deals.
Readers are urged to scan the newspaper from the first page to discover this week’s attractive Christmas gifts and ads. The notice encourages patronizing advertisers who support local commerce.
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