20 Feb 1936
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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1936
Page
1
The Shiner Comanche Braves captured the County tournament at Hallettsville on February 14 and 15. They routed Moulton 47–14 on Friday, defeated Komensky 26–7 on Saturday morning, and beat Hallettsville 25–22 in the final to claim the county title.
A severe cold wave swept the vicinity from Monday afternoon through early Tuesday morning. Temperatures plunged to 14 degrees, marking the coldest reading of the season and prompting residents to bundle up and take extra precautions against the frigid air.
The Lutheran Ladies Aid met in regular session at 2 30 PM after a one week delay for paint to dry on the church. Rev Schuetze led scripture in German and English, welcomed guests, notes on illness, two new members welcomed, a song by Rev and Mrs Schuetze with Mrs Dierkson on piano, and a closing prayer followed by fellowship in Luther Hall. The next meeting is scheduled for March 4 at 2 30 PM.
Recharging batteries at 39c prompts a tire trade offer from Balusek Service Station. Advert is light on details but markets battery recharging and tire exchange as a bundled sale featuring local prices and service.
Garden Club meets Friday at 3 o'clock in the library to discuss classification of flowers for the spring show. Members are reminded to be on time and attend promptly.
The latest message from Washington confirms all contracts and obligations made and compiled before January 6 will be paid. This includes all outstanding rentals parity checks and pool checks tied to sold certificates, as stated by G C King County Agent.
The Shiner High basketball boys will travel to LaGrange this Friday and Saturday for the District Tournament. The team has an enviable record this season and Coach Wright earns congratulations along with the players. Here’s hoping success crowns their efforts at the district meet.
A regular Shi ner High School P T A meeting presided by Mrs A L Valek discussed bills of 83 for home economics supplies. The curtain committee will buy stage screens, an April 21 Texas Centennial program planned, and Latin tournament expenses approved. Assembly time moved to 2 30 for P T A days. declamation preliminaries set for Feb 20 and the following afternoon.
Immanuel Lutheran Church invites all to an English service Sunday at 10 30 a m and Sunday School at 9 45 a m Pastor A Bohot welcomes everyone to attend.
Hallettsville Christian Science services will read the Mind lesson sermon on Sunday at 11 a.m. The Golden Text asserts the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and the knowledge of the holy is understanding. It emphasizes that there is but one Mind and one God, and true understanding comes from Him.
A late night crash near the Hallettsville highway underpass involved a Buick out of gas being pushed by a Model A and a V eight car. A Herder truck following the V eight struck the rear causing extensive damage to all vehicles. Driver Allen Stark sustained minor injuries. other names unavailable.
Mr and Mrs Ed Nollkamper of Shiner were driving a V-8 when they barely escaped a severe crash. Their car was a total wreck. Mrs Nollkamper received medical attention in Shiner and returned home the next morning.
An agricultural meeting is planned at Wied School building this Thursday night at 7 30. All farmers and interested community members are urged to attend.
Rev A Guyon will fill his regular appointment at the Methodist Church next Sunday morning at 11 o'clock and at 7 in the evening Visitors and friends are invited to worship with the congregation.
Sunday School at 9 30 and Divine Service at 10 30 with Dreyer 2 30 p m German Service Thursday February 20 Brother hood Saturday Instruction Dreyer 9 30 a m Shiner 1 30 p m Ash Wednesday February 26 Lenten Service 7 45 p m The Reverend Richard Schuetze urges faithful Christians to observe Lent with self denial and service to the poor and needy with a message from the church leader.
Friday evening about 6 o'clock fire crews were called to the home of Mrs Rosanna Howard where a large skillet of grease burst into flames. The blaze was extinguished before arrival but Mrs Howard sustained serious burns to her left arm and face after she grabbed the skillet and tried to reach the door, the flames burning through her sweater and dress sleeve from hand to elbow.
More than one hundred applications have been filed with the local Post for bonuses totaling 59,299.48 dollars. Additional applications were filed elsewhere and many could not be counted due to corrections and bad weather on Sunday. Final regional totals are expected to approach 75,000 dollars.
The Rose Window of San Jose an operetta in three acts chosen by St. Ludmila's Senior Class for a class presentation after Easter Sunday April 16 Sister Clare directs with Mrs. Ella E Lane assisting it is a Texas history centennial specialty and a new story for the program.
The church reports a week of joy with two members planting shrubs around the building. Members are thanked for beautifying the grounds and for supporting the Baptist Standard subscription, which will soon reach most households. Last Lord's Day services drew about 21 attendees each, and the unified budget was adopted, signaling a year of joyful labor for Christ.
All parents and citizens urged to attend at the City Auditorium Monday night February 24 at 7 30. The gathering invites visitors with an interest in the boys and the Boy Scout movement to encourage the undertaking.
Mrs. Howard sustained severe burns to her right hand while rescuing her daughter Beth as a fire or calamity occurred. Beth and Mrs. Howard received minor and prompt medical care, with Mrs. Howard later unable to return to work and briefly carried home from the High School.
The Lavaca County Centennial Board urges all communities in the county to display Texas flags starting March 2. Upcoming events will celebrate Texas history and a liberal Lone Star display is urged. Merchants are asked to stock flags and business houses and schools should fly flags on anniversary days.
NBC's nationwide Salute to Texas airs tonight at 8 o'clock on San Antonio's WOAI. The Showboat hour presents a dramatized fall of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto interlaced with Texas songs.
The Ford Garage has a complete shipment of new license plates and also drivers licenses available.
Mrs. A. J. Bednar suffered severe injuries when struck by a motorist while crossing the highway in front of her home Sunday around 5 P M. Her left arm was lacerated to the bone, the lower lip torn, and stitches were needed inside the mouth. She received tetanus serum and was moved from hospital to home after initial treatment. condition reported as improving by Tuesday.
Editor Knape of the Moulton Eagle lauds Shiner for planning a June agricultural fair with a centennial celebration. Local businessMen pledge $2,000 toward the effort as Shiner aims to outdo previous successful fairs with meticulous preparations.
Ford Garage advertises ready for your new license plates and drivers license. Call now to renew or obtain replacements.
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