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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1964
Page
7
The Peach Creek Philosopher on his John son grass farm argues Christmas is here again as cards arrive early, likening it to 1965 cars and even noting hidden atom bombs. He muses that speed brings one back to where they started, and that Christmas remains best in familiar stomping grounds.
The Junior Legion Auxiliary met at Mrs. Angie Jaks home on December 5 at 1 30 pm. They reviewed minutes and reports then planned a Christmas party program with piano readings readings and songs by members and younger helpers. The group closed with a prayer and delivered a beer box after the meeting.
Funeral services were held for Winz J. Frieda in Floresville with burial there. Survivors include three daughters and four sons, with numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. A second obituary notes the death of Mrs. Frieda, age 70, in Memorial Hospital, with details of her birth, marriage, and Catholic affiliations.
President Theodore Roosevelt, a conservationist, initially banned evergreen cuttings for Christmas at the White House. He later relented after forest advisor Gifford Pinchot argued that supervised harvesting benefits forests and the tradition continued.
LCW and LCM held their annual Christmas party on Sunday December 13 starting at 6 30 p m with buffet supper for members and guests. The program Christ mas Joy featured Advent to Epiphany readings songs and prayers led by Mrs Stindt Mrs Bohmann and others. Mayme Merseburger traveled for Christmas with relatives in Mathis Beeville and Maryland’s note on religious toleration is included.
Bunjes HD Club members held their annual Christmas party on Tuesday December 15 at Mrs Hilda I Stach home with eighteen members and six guests. Attendees enjoyed Christmas décor a tree and gifts and contests won by Mrs Arthur Nollkamper and Mrs Laddie Struka. Secret pals were revealed gift exchange followed with gifts for Trinity Lutheran Home.
Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Gray of Flatonia observe their 44th wedding anniversary on Sunday December 13. Attending are Earl Gray and Linda. J. L. Dubose and Elton Dubose and Donna. Melvin Graupe of Gonzales. Margaret Frye of League City. Hartford Dubose and Preston of Waelder. Wilbert Wehman and Darreil and David of Shiner.
The article outlines that the domesticated turkey originated in Mexico and was linked to Aztec and native stories. It notes Franklin’s preference for a turkey over the eagle on the Kennedy half dollar, mentions the turkey’s role in the Turkey Trot and Turkey in the Straw, and cites Tennessee turkey shoots as popular in Sergeant York era culture.
Army Specialist Four Joseph D. Muenster, 19, of Yoakum Texas, participated in a Short Notice Annual Practice with Battery C 4th Missile Battalion 562d Artillery from Alvarado Texas at McGregor Missile Range near Fort Bliss on December 3. He entered service in 1962 and is a Yoakum High School graduate.
The Lutheran Sunday School Program was held Sunday December 20 at 7 00 pm led by Pastor F E Eilers. Students presented four parts including Gift of Promise Gift of Fulfillment with a flute solo and duets, Gifts of Life and Gifts of Thanksgiving. A fellowship hour followed with gifts under the tall Christmas tree and refreshments served by Mrs Guy McKay and others.
The piece notes butchers favor waiting on newly married customers rather than recalling old price levels. It contrasts fresh nuptial business with fading memories of previous costs.
Area honor for Dolores Westphal bride elect of Henry Gene Kubecka was held at Mrs. Fred Chovanetz home in Hallettsville on Sunday December 13 from 3 to 5 pm. Corsages were given to the bride elect and mothers and grandmother. A centerpiece of white mums adorned the room and a Corning Ware roaster was presented to the honoree by hostesses.
A December 14 1964 letter from Herman and Helen Kram of Manteca California thanks friends and relatives in Shiner and nearby towns for another year of pleasant reading. They note unpredictable California weather with sunshine cold and fog and extend holiday blessings.
Alonzo Stevens expresses sincere gratitude to Doctors Patrick John Dennis and Robert Wagner and the Frank Wagner Memorial Hospital nursing staff for excellent care. He thanks Rev W G Sampleton Rev F E Eilers Rev Father Alphonse Padalecki and others for visits prayers cheer cards flowers and Gazette copies. May God bless all.
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