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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1908
Page
4
A fragmented clipping notes Shiner Texas postal events with a second class mail entry, mentions Prins ters Mutual Fire Insurance, Bryan as a presidential favorite over Taft, San Antonio retail dealers organizing, and a push to oppose prohibition. It also cites R M Wynne for Texas Attorney General, a cheers line for Wynne, and estimates Texas state government needs 8 million dollars over two years.
Justice Brewer says life moves too fast but Shiner and the Gazette editor resist the claim. The column notes their slower pace or independent stance in contrast to the judge’s view.
Fort Sam Houston advices report that many Russians plan to join their army expecting war with Japan, but such hopes are deemed doomed to disappointment.
The piece credits Shiner for saving Lavaca County democracy in 1906 and credits the town with leading the 1908 county office race. It notes improved attendance at A and M College College Station with Juniors voting to relieve peers from pledges and some returning to campus amid hopes for resumed operations.
The publisher warns subscribers one year or more in arrears that accounts must be settled. A statement is mailed to each delinquent and, if not paid by March end, names will be dropped from the list. The notice cites a post office requirement and the burden of postage.
The Commoner reports on political claims and voter sentiment in Missouri. It notes party rhetoric about future turnout and the impact of current events on the upcoming election, highlighting expected support for candidate W. J. Bryon amid partisan discussion.
Rospert F. Nixon of Gonzales files to seek the office of District Attorney of the 25th Judicial District subject to Democratic primaries and solicits support.
Mr. Rudolph Valenta appears as a candidate in the Lavaca County tax assessor race subject to the Democratic primaries.
S. A. Ellis of Birmingham introduces Mr. A Icyda the renowned Japanese lecturer who has delivered over seventy talks in Jefferson County. Endorsed by the Jefferson County Teachers Associations he will tour county schools with much of the proceeds benefiting a local library.
Halletsville notes banker H J Strunk, president of Lavaca County National Bank, has been summoned to his father D Strunk’s bedside in Sublime. Juror list restrictions are issued by Judge M Kennon for the March 16 district court term.
Emil Buske of Shiner and Wm Buske of Kinkler were seen on the streets Monday. A Schubert and family moved to Shiner to open a saddle harness and buggy store. A farewell festival with dancing and refreshments was held at their home west of town Sunday. S. G. Tarkington, cotton buyer, estimates the county's cotton yield to Hall etsville area at not more than 6500 bales, about half of last year. By the platform 4500 bales weighed this week, 1000 in warehouse, and about 1000 more likely still with farmers.
Miss Jewel Mitchell returns to Shiner after a stay with friends in Moulton. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Tomasko host Robert Maecker and Frank from near Shiner. Mrs. Wm. Franke visits her parents Mr. and Mrs. Kotzebue. Lydia Wagener leaves for Shiner after a stay with Wim J. Tonasko. Tax matters announced as S. L. Bennet appoints Emp Peck in Hallettsville area.
The Eagle notes Miss Lillian Fehrenkamp returning to Shiner after a visit with her uncle F. T. Fehrenkamp. On February 13 a baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. A. F. Kotzebue of this city, and congratulations are extended to the new parents.
A collection of community updates lists residents visiting, travels of J C Neighbors and Mrs Mary Burkett, local court roles, and ongoing public health notes. Items mention Rockfeller finances, political stances against Bailey and Bryan, and a forecast of a possible April frost.
Mr. Wm Branecky purchased the two story residence in the south part of town for 1200 dollars. The price is noted as a very low figure for a good piece of property.
Farmers prepare soil for corn planting and some have already sown. Misses Helen and Annie Barre visited friends on Sunday February 16. Drabek family attended Fr Drabek’s home last Friday. measles and lagrippe reduce school attendance. Residents enjoyed a mask hall in Shiner on February 15. Dr Blackwell of Hochheim made several calls nearby. A. Wendel and family visited Shiner weekend. H Coldney is ill. Miss Annis Peter is very sick. Leister building a residence nearing completion. Anna and Clara Brosch traveled to Yoakum last Saturday. Sunshine signs off with well wishes.
A guarantee offers $25 cash to any committee of 8 or 5 refined ladies or leading merchants who attend the first night of the Brose Entertainment at the Opera House in Shiner on March 11 and 7, claiming the show is among the cleanest and funniest of the season.
Captain Chas Welhaugen shipped two ears of red beeves to the Ft Worth market last Tuesday. The note indicates movement of cattle to the market with a local trading reference.
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