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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1908
Page
7
Train No 46 from Lockhart arrives 12 40 p m. Train No 45 from Yoakum arrives 2 55 p m. Waco Branch runs Waco to Yoakum. Train No 42 from Waco arrives 7 50 p m. Train No 41 from Yoakum arrives 8 40 a m.
Local items report holiday visits from Sam McMurrey and others from Cuero and Lane City. Shiner shoppers note L Gantert’s jewelry and eyewear, and Watkins brands. Weather turns wet with three days of rain. Christmas gatherings and church moves are announced. no Gazette issue on Dec 31 due to holiday celebrations.
Leave orders with L. E. Chovanetz Co. in Shine Texas for fruit trees advertised at below agents price.
LL Gantert advertises a wide stock of rings both plain and stone set, including imitation and genuine varieties, promising prices that will surprise customers. The notice highlights jewelry offerings and appealing value for buyers.
What came very near a serious accident happened to Jim McMurrey Saturday. Donnie, his twelve year old brother, was handling a blank pistol when the cartridge exploded and hit Jim under the eye, lascerating the whole cheek, but not seriously. With proper attention he will be all right in a few days.
W C Emler advertises a full supply of Xmas trees for the holiday season. Customers are guided to see him for selections and prices.
L Gantert reports the largest stock of brace lets in its history, including solid and gold filled varieties, signaling strong confidence in demand and inventory strength.
A large stock of paints oils varnishes and enamels is available at Schlottmann Drug Co with a wide selection for customers seeking household and decorative finishes.
Business opportunity in Dilworth Texas. Storehouse and business premises available for rent or sale due to owner ill health. Suitable opening for the right man. Inquiries to A Sindermann.
Schlottmann Drug Co advertises a full supply of stationery and school books for students and teachers. The notice highlights a ready assortment and convenient shopping options at the local drug store.
Post oak wood for sale by the cord or car load. Orders welcomed by E F Ruhmann.
Five good Jersey cows for sale described as gentle milkers. Apply to W F Conperiticn Route 1 Shiner Texas.
Advert says Ballard's Snow Liniment drives away rheumatic aches and stiffness, claims to restore previous health. Sold by Schlottman Drug Co.
Advertisement from SNIDER Co. at 213 E Houston St San Antonio Texas promising ten dollars gold for a piano prospect and inviting buyers to name a party intending to purchase a piano with emphasis on legitimate sales in Texas.
Just received stock includes Keg Dill Pickles Brick and Cream Cheese Rollmops Holland Herrings Spiced Herrings Ribon Cane Syrup and a full line of new fancy and heavy groceries at J M Krueger's Grocery Store.
D G Helmers announces a short term sale of overstocked Buggies Surreys and Traps. Customers invited to inspect and purchase at very low reduced prices while stock lasts.
Fine tract of 232 acres black mesquite land ten miles from Kennedy in Karnes County. Located in a German settlement one mile to the school store and cotton gin. Will be sold on terms to suit the buyer. For particulars write or see the owner Dr. G Schulze Shiner Texas.
Window glass and putty at Schlottmann Drug Co store appear in a brief item. The note suggests stock or sale details.
A Christmas Eve celebration will be held at the Ev Lutheran church in Shiner on December 24 at 7 30 PM. Everyone is invited. Pastor A Bowot.
The Shiner Branch of Hochheim Prairie Mutual Fire and Storm Insurance Co met at the opera house on December 12. Routine matters were recorded including 16 buildings insured 7 improvements and 28 transfers with insured property value of 4110 dollars. The secretary thanks patrons for 1908 and 21 years of service and seeks continued support in 1909.
The item notes cold disagreeable weather and holiday greetings from the Madauró Gazette. It mentions Frank Slavinna of Sweet Home visiting on business, Shiner show attendees, a Phoenix Schuetzen Verein event on January 2 1909, Ernst Pagel and family moving toward Gonzales, Henry Miller Sr improving after illness, and wishes for a Merry Christmas and New Year.
The Gazette notes the December 15 wedding of Willie Stock and Ella Horn of Anson Jones Co officiated by Rev J Hudecek at the groom's mother’s home. The bride is praised as a fine partner and the groom as a respected man. Hy Jaroszewski visits. Frank Meyer’s son Otto plans to come home for holidays. Otto attends a Brenham business college. Local school attendance remains fair and residents attended a show in Shiner.
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