06 Feb 1913
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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1913
Page
1
Obituary praises Mrs Koch as a devoted Christian who faced death peacefully. It recalls her daily walk with Jesus, the hope of eternal life, and encourages loved ones to await the heavenly gates, finding comfort in faith and reunion. The piece frames her passing as a gentle transition to a sorrowful but hopeful afterlife.
Classified notice seeks a dependable white woman to cook and handle housework for a small family. Good wages offered to the right person. Inquire at Gazette office. 22-If.
The Austin senatorial contest last week drew sharp lines as Col R M Johnston faced opposition from some Morris Sheppard supporters. Johnston, longtime Democratic fighter, was denied an honor by rivals, while Sheppard’s long term victory was seen as assured. Prohibition figures dominated the debate with Harris County Senator Bailey defending Johnston’s nomination and accusing foes of injecting prohibition into public affairs.
Shiner letters report on plowed land and a new residence by John Othold nearing completion. Thompson Bros. of Nickle purchased cattle from Adam Stock. Ida Ringhoffer and Martha Rippen visited relatives. Willie Tenberg bought a farm from Wolters. Frank Seidenberger and son Joe traveled to Dilworth. Ida Ringhoffer will return home after a stay in Shiner. Gustavo Muller returned home after January travels and reports a fine time. Correspondent from Green's School asks to sign writings and signs off with Adios.
Mrs Ella Lane of Shiner begins a course in Short-hand and typewriting at Baldwin's Business College in Yoakum as part of a local education effort.
Weather notes warn farmers about winter moisture. Emil Buske visited the area recently. If weather allows, a school program and basket supper will occur on Washingtons Birthday. The New Kinkler Orchestra will provide music.
Local readers are invited to place ad results in the Shiner Gazette to showcase outcomes and performance metrics for advertisements. Submit structured results with dates and figures for publication consideration.
The Normal faculty invites students to four Lyceum programs this season featuring Opie Read the Chicago Opera Company and the Houston Municipal Band. The Houston Band with thirty players provided memorable music and more shows are planned including special chapel music and student performances.
A brief item notes Groundhog Day passed without a shadow suggesting ongoing mild winter weather. The piece connects the omen to continued pleasant conditions for the season's remaining weeks.
The Eschenburg and Berckenhoff Addition to Shiner is opened on land once owned by J D G Helimers, west of and adjoining Louis Wendel’s Gonzales road property. Kunetka Land Co. serves as agents. the Gazette’s next issue will publish a full plat description.
Port Bolivar Texas January 3 The Kirby Lumber Co will supply 2 500 000 board feet of Texas yellow pine lumber to the United States Government for use in the Panama Canal Zone aboard the steamship Barry on the first shipment under the contract.
A shipment of 500000 feet of material was received for use in constructing racks for the United States quarters along the We Canal. The delivery supports ongoing expansion projects and involves the logistics of canal area facilities.
Voters in Yoakum rejected a road tax bond with farmers opposing strong. Reports mention Ed Gehrels purchasing land near Remein Schneider place opposite C L Williams residence for about 8000 dollars. Details indicate civic and business leaders like H Baldwin of Yoakum Business College involved amid Tuesday events and church notices.
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