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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1941
Page
1
Fragmentary clerical notes outline Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Mass timings including midnight Mass and Holy Communion guidance. Rev. L. P. Netardus directs parishioners on service roles and attendance across 8:00 p m and 9:30 p m windows with attention to proper reception of the sacrament.
English and divine services listed for United Dr. Mar Lufher Church. Morning service at 10:30 a.m. and evening service at 7 p.m. New Year service at 10 a.m. includes mentions of divine service times and a referenced address line.
The Lesson for December 28 focuses on healings and miracles from the Bible. It cites Jesus healing lepers and raising the dead and the apostles preaching freely. The Bible passages include Revelation 22 1 2 and John 10 8 as part of the Lesson Sermon.
At 10:00 a m Sunday School and 11 30 a m services, special preaching is scheduled for December 25 at 7:00 p m by Pastor Vernon Perry. The public is invited to all services.
The annual Firemen Ball returns to Blucher Park on New Year’s Eve December 31 with a large crowd expected. Shiner residents, about 8000, gather to honor the fire brigades for risking their lives to save others. Patek’s Band will provide music and a festive mood, though fireworks on the grounds are strictly forbidden.
City Marshal Canon announces no shooting of fire works in Shiner's business section this Christmas. He directs sellers to instructed buyers to depart the area before firing. The warning aims to safeguard property and public safety in the city.
The Gazette will not publish next week due to Christmas. Office hours remain open except Christmas and New Year’s Days, with the next issue scheduled for January 8. Readers are asked to submit visitor names for publication and the paper extends holiday wishes.
The wedding of Miss Luther to groom Bill Schroeder unfolds in white satin attire and pink blue themed gowns. The ceremony at the bride and groom’s home is followed by a reception, then a Center Point supper at the bride’s parents. The couple will reside at Boundary. the bride taught in Boundary Line school and is praised for her popularity.
This newspaper extends sincere wishes for a Merry Christmas as it reflects on the season’s meaning. It speaks of God's gift through the newborn Christ, lifting hearts from worldly trials and urging neighborly love in small towns and rural communities.
Lavaca County calls citizens to join a war relief fund drive endorsed by community leaders. The Red Cross need totals $1800 for bombed civilians, disaster relief training, and armed forces support at home and abroad. Chairman Pat Kelly urges prompt giving citing urgent need after war reached doorstep.
The Baptist Church held a Christmas program last Wednesday with a well decorated tree and many fine gifts for attendees. The pastor thanked all participants for their cooperation and efforts in making the event a success and expressed a hope to be better pastors in the year ahead.
Sonja Henie shines in peak skating form while Glenn Miller and his orchestra deliver melodic tunes and lively dance routines. The Palace Theatre run on Thursday to Saturday showcases scenic backdrops and a grand entertainment program. Also notes Mr and Mrs J Canon and Mrs El Canon visiting relatives during the holidays and Mr and Mrs L B Richter returning from a ten day stay.
A short note references a local figure or event titled Holchar's Pesuty Shep, described with minimal context and lingering questions. The fragmentary OCR hints at a named person and possible project or activity, but lacks clear details or dates to expand the item.
Large crowd attends last rites for Mrs Petrolina Michna at J R Mikesh residence and Catholic church. Rev E Bily officiates at Mass and graveside in Yoakum cemetery. Numerous out of town mourners listed, including Michna, Stavarek, Opela and Huebner families from Dallas, San Antonio, Flatonia, Cistern and Yoakum.
Married men may now enlist in the U S Army as Aviation Cadets if they meet the age 20 to 26 limit and fitness tests. Citizenship for past ten years required. college credits can qualify without two full years. Navigator bombarder course merged. training includes gear, medical care, and a $10,000 life policy.
Mayor Adolph Rich ter of Shiner calls on residents to back the American Red Cross emergency war fund of 50 million dollars. He cites crucial roles in welfare aid, evacuee assistance, trained corps, disaster relief, nursing, and youth citizenship, urging tangible local support for national and wartime needs.
The Gazette presents holiday messages from merchants and business readers. The edition prints on traditional Christmas colored green paper to enhance the festive spirit for readers and customers alike.
Mrs. Flora Mae Forgy resigned from Shiner Public Schools after four and a half years of teaching, effective December 23. She first came to Shiner as Velma Brandes and, after marrying Percy Garbade, remained well liked for her teaching ability and personality. Superintendent J Mil Auld called her an excellent teacher and noted the resignation as finalized by the school board.
The statement cites Russia China and the British dominions as reference points and notes preliminary plans will precede a third conference. It says other nations will be kept in touch with preliminary planning, with a final agreement to be made after the present talks.
Cuero Texas December 22 Pvt James M Campbell 20 flying student at the U S Army primary field was instantly killed Monday afternoon when his training ship crashed about six miles from Cuero He came to Cuero five weeks ago from the 331st School Squadron Luke Field Phoenix Arizona His home address is Longmont Colorado The fatality is the first at the Cuero field operated by Brayton Flying Service since March 15 of this year.
A Shiner Garden Club gathering at Mrs. A. L. Valek’s home on December 12, with Mrs. Valek leading. Officers and hospital committee members named include Mesdames H. Siefmann, Otto Kosler, Béer Yeters, and Miss Ai Y Burger. A five dollar Rice Orders contribution was made. Orders are being received by Mrs. Alpis Kasper. members should visit her home to choose from the list and must not telephone orders. After December 30, orders will not be accepted. Mrs. Ed Herder to host next meeting. Réporter.
The Shiner Comanches defeated the Co-Ed Champions 30 to 10 at the High School Gym. The Hill Billies displayed smooth passing and the girls showed sportsmanship by helping up the boys after slips. A large crowd attended the spirited matchup.
Supt J Mill Ame urges young men to present Monday night February 29 to join the four week course of National Defense Training. The program will be open to all and aims to prepare volunteers for defense duties.
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