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Newspaper

Shiner Gazette

Location

Shiner, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1938

Page

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William Neubauer Dies After Illness at 64

William Neubauer died at 8:45 p m Wednesday at the family home two miles north of town after a five week illness. The funeral was held Friday at 2 p m at Charlottenburg Church with Rev R Schuetze officiating. Burial followed in Charlottenburg Cemetery. Pallbearers were Frank Schovassa Elo Riske Otto Granz Edwin Mikeska Edmud Koenning and Edwin Tenberg. Survivors include nine sons Fritz Willie Edwin Arthur Herbert of here Albert and August of Hallettsville Carl and Arnold of Fort Sam Houston. one daughter Mrs Willie Heidrich of Breslau. eight grandchildren. two brothers Fritz and Carl of here. three sisters Mrs Emma Koenning of here Mrs Annie Koenning and Miss Augusta Neubauer of Hallettsville. One son Walter died in 1922. He was 64 years, 1 month and 24 days old. He was born in the old country and came to America at age seven. He married Clara Werner forty one years ago. The community notes his character and long service, and sympathy is extended to the bereaved.

William Neubauer R. Schuetze Charlottenburg Frank Schovassa Elo Riske Otto Granz Edwin Mikeska Edmund Koenning Edwin Tenberg America Clara Werner Fritz Willie Edwin Arthur Herbert Here Albert August Hallettsvile Carl Arnold Fort Sam Houston Willie Heidrich Breslau Walter Emma Koenning Annie Koenning Augusta Neubauer Hallettsville

Death Angel Claims Three-Week-Old James Krametbauer

James Krametbauer Jr died Wednesday afternoon at three weeks old. Father Bily conducted last rites at the Catholic Church and graveside services Thursday. Pallbearers were George Wagner and Johnnie Krametbauer. Survived by parents Mr and Mrs Frank Krametbauer Jr, a sister Agnes, and grandparents Mr and Mrs Frank Krametbauer Sr and Mr and Mrs Joe Lahodny. Sympathy offered to the bereaved.

James Krametbauer Frank Krametbauer Jr Bily George Wagner Johnnie Krametbauer Agnes Frank _Krametbauer Sr Joe Lahodny

Mrs Anna Kosarek obituary from Corpus Christi area

Mrs Anna Kosarek died January 6 at her daughter's home in Corpus Christi aged 82 years seven months and 24 days. Burial was at Poth. Surviving are eight children including Rank and Florian of San Antonio Jim of Poth Joe of Kokernot John and Christine Carroll of Los Angeles Calif Mrs Emily Turek of Shiner Mary Havel of Corpus Christi and 34 grandchildren 35 great grandchildren four brothers and a sister Frances Woluska of Lakeside Oregon. Deceased formerly lived in this community and many here mourn her passing.

Anna Kosarek Flaway Steve Havel Corpus Christi Poth Rank and Florian San Antonio Jim Joe Kokernot John Christine Carroll Los Angeles Calif Emily Turek Shiner Mary Havel Corpusists Dchildren Florian Baros Fred Baros John Baros Westhoff Frances Woluska Lakeside Oregon

Shiner Reports Fireless Year and New Pumper Gift

Shiner saw no fires in 1937 with one false alarm. Residents praised for weed and trash control and regular fire hazard inspections. The fire department drilled regularly and maintained equipment. The city received a 600 gallon sea grave pumper. the department donated a 500 gallon pumper with 300 gallon booster tank funded by dues, fines, and benefits. Cooperation for a fire free 1938 requested.

Shiner Shiner Fire Department Seagrave Fire Department

Tax Payers Urged to Pay City and School Taxes

Notice to taxpayers of Shiner city and Shiner Independent School District dated February 1, 1938 warns that unpaid taxes become delinquent. City Council and School Board have been lenient but will impose penalties once time expires. Fraternally yours, J. M. Canon, Collector.

City of Shiner Shiner Independent Trumot

Christian Science Lesson Sermon on Life and Light

The Life subject lesson will be read in all Christ Scientist churches on Sunday at 11 a.m. The Golden Text from John 1:1 proclaims in the beginning was the Word and the Word was God and in him was life. Psalms 36:7 9 notes loving kindness and the fountain of life with thee is the light.

Churches of Christ, Scientist God

United Dr Luther Church Sunday Service and Events

United Dr Luther Church announces Sunday School at 9 30 a m and Divine Service at 10 30 a m in German with an 7 p m English service New church members will receive ministerial reception The January 13 Luther League and Saturday instruction at 9 30 a m Shiner 1 30 p m The church council and Ladies Aid officers will be inaugurated during the morning service Rev Richard Schuetze leads this church community seeking to promote altruism and service

Luther League Dreyer Shiner Church Council Ladies Aid Society Richard Schuetze

Local Sickness Notes From Our City

Sick list updates show Mr. Ben Fehrenkamp and Grandma Cizek seriously ill at home and Mrs. Louis Drabek sick at his residence. Alfred Brosch recovering well after an emergency operation at the local hospital last week.

Cizek Louis Drabek Our City

Hospital Patients and Dismissals By Towns

Patients at the local hospital include Mrs Elo Henkhaus, Ewald Effenberger, and Mrs John lek of Shiner. Discharged are Mrs J M Barr of Shiner, Sophie Bujnoch and Eddie Zatopek of Halletts ville.

Elo Henkhaus Ewald Effenberger John Lek Shiner J. M. Barr Sophie Bujnoch Eddie Zatopek Hallettsville

Fayetteville Invitation Trophy Wins by High School Team

A handsome bronze trophy about twenty six inches tall was added to the high school collection after winning at an invitation tournament in Fayetteville on Saturday. Shiner defeated Moulton in the first round on a forest.

Fayetteville Shiner Moulton a_ forest

Shiner tops LaGrange 24 to 13 in semifinal clash

In a tense semifinal, Shiner led 12-12 at halftime with LaGrange tied. The second half saw LaGrange limited to one free throw while the Shiner offense exploded for twelve points to secure a 24-13 victory.

LaGrange Commanches

Shiner Defeats Fayetteville In Strong Tournament Game

Shiner Lions beat Fayetteville 27 to 22 in a top tournament game. Shiner led 15 to 12 at halftime as Cimrhanzet and Bennie Patek were among N B B A medalists with players from Fayetteville and LaGrange also recognized.

Shiner Lions James Cimrhanzet Bennie Patek Fayetteville LaGrange

Father Wolf Returns to Fredericksburg Parish

Many friends of Father F H Wolf, former pastor of the local Catholic Church, will be pleased to hear he is restored to health and appointed pastor of Fredericksburg. He had been treated in San Antonio and is now able to resume parish duties and continue his road to health.

Father F. H. Wolf Fredericksburg Father Wolf San Antonio

Souls at Sea in Palace Sun day and Monday

A film note highlights Souls at Sea starring Gary Cooper George Raft and Frances Dee with Olympe Branda and Henry Wilcoxon. Screenings listed for Palace Sunday and Monday.

Gary Cooper George Raft Frances Dee Olympe Branda Henry Wilcoxon Palace

Garden fresh onion and cabbage plants at Bonarden's Grocery

Garden shoppers can find fresh onion and cabbage plants at Bonarden's Grocery. The store highlights ready-to-plant sets and competitive prices for spring garden starters, inviting customers to browse seasonal selections in-store.

Christmas Tree Program Music By Kasper Band

The Chas Kasper Band furnished the music for the Lutheran Christmas Tree program on December 25 at the City Hall.

Chas. Kasper Secoeeae City All

Dr J W Boyle and Family Visit to Clovis NM Return

Dr J W Boyle and his family have returned home after a pleasant visit to Clovis New Mexico. The trip included family time and local sightseeing with no incidents reported.

J. W. Boyle Clovis, New Mexico

Hollmans Visit Austin This Week

Mrs. Herman Hollman and Julius, Mrs. John Hollman and Clarice spent Wednesday of last week in Austin.

Herman Hollman Julius John Hollman Clarice Austin

Hinze Family Purchases Ed Kunath Property Near Gulf Station

Mr Oscar Hinze has purchased the Ed Kunath property on the highway near the Gulf Service Station. After extensive repairs are completed the Hinze family will occupy the premises.

Oscar Hinze Ed. Kunath Gulf Service Station Hinze

First National Bank of Shiner’s Long History Described

A fragmentary notice recalls the First National Bank of Shiner Texas founded by Captain Chas Welhausen. It details early deposits of 100 549 and 9 000 surplus, 50 000 capital stock, 1917 growth to 392 000 deposits and 50 000 surplus, and notes deposits insured up to 5 000 by the FDIC. Present officers include Welhausen president and Kathausen cashier, with other names listed.

Shiner Chas. Welhausen Chas. Welhausen Bank First National Bank of Lavaca County Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Welhausen Kathausen E. F. Colters Jae Richter ngee P Abe Tei _paxsoner Peck Welhausen W. Paul Ad. Richter Emil Novak Emmet Busch Glade Welhausen

Subscribed patrons listed for Gazette renewal

A long list of readers who have recently paid their Gazette subscriptions is acknowledged. Names include Emil Morgenroth, Raymond Malina, Ola Heath Garrett, Adam C. Kram, Harry Renken, John Marek, Louise Backhaus, Charles Longoria Jr., Joe Baros Sr., Fred Pfluhl, Albert Valek, and many more members of the community.

The Gazette Emil Morgenroth Raymond Malina Ola Heath Garrett Adam C. Kram Harry Renken Wm. Kubicek John P. Marek Louise Backhaus Chas. Longoria Jr Joe Baros Sr Fred Pfluhl Albert Valek John J. Baros Jr Marie Yurek Julius Dreyer Herman Tietjen Clement Kurtz Bubba Fischnar Anton Bleier Ben Riske John Kattmann Frank Seidenburger F. W. Effenberger Jr Henry Dierssen Chas. Fehner Fred Kram Jim Kral Oscar Ummelmann Lydia Hempel D. A. Mueller J. R. Kloesel Wm. Indorf Chas Chovanetz Mary Kloesel Otto C. Henkhaus M. S. Canon Walter Hoerig Frank Wagner Willie J. Menke John Othold T1della Othold Edwin Pfeil Chas. H. Stefka J. A. Hartl E. G. Buske Ed. Herder Q. B. Schaefer Frank C. Krejci Lewis

Mr and Mrs Olan F Mit tanek Visit Shiner Families

Mr and Mrs Olan F Mit tanek of San Antonio spent Sunday with their parents in Shiner.

Olan F. Mittanek San Antonio Shiner

Edmund Roeder Returns to St Johns Seminary Studies

Edmund Roeder came back to San Antonio last Friday to resume his studies at St. John's Seminary. He was accompanied by his father L. M. Roeder.

Edmund Roeder San Antonio St. John’s Seminary L. M. Roeder

Local Ford Garage Changes Hands

A deal closed Monday transfers R. J. Strauss Garage and local Ford dealership to L. L. Maker, owner of the local Picture Show. Maker plans extensive improvements and enlarging the repair department for first class service. New Fords will be on display and the public is invited to inspect them. The same staff remains under new management.

R. J. Strauss Ford L. L. Maker Maker

Lavaca County Organizes Interscholastic League Meet

Lavaca County officials and teachers met at Shiner high school to organize the University Interscholastic League meet. Yoakum is chosen as the site for the county meet with an executive committee appointed and preparations set for a two day event following league rules and a 14 inch ball.

Lavaca County Shiner High University League T. H. McDonald Roland Hill Moravia Yoakum Lee Mitchell Lavaca Dewitt RB. G. Ter W. E. Smith Moulton C. 8S Hereford H’ville Nannie Ray Baker Chas. Chovanetz Bunjes School Shiner Rosanna Howard Ready Writers C. W Ward School Supt. McDonald Mitchell

This Way Please at Palace Theatre with Rogers Grable cast

The Palace Theatre showcases This Way Please starring Buddy Rogers and Betty Grable with Mary Livingston Fiber McGee and Molly and Ned Sparks on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Buddy Rogers Betty Grable Mary Livingston Fiber McGee and Molly Ned Sparks Palace Theatre

Henkhaus Promoted Plant Supervisor at Phillips Petroleum

The Gazette notifies a change of Oscar E. Henkhaus address from Berger Texas to Jal New Mexico for promotion to Plant Supervisor at Phillips Petroleum Co. He is the son of Mr and Mrs John Henkhaus of our city and many friends here are glad by the news of this advancement.

Oscar E. Henkhaus Berger Texas Jal New Mexico Phillips Petroleum Co Oscar John Henkhaus Our City

Miss Wilma Kasper Spends Weekend With Parents

Miss Wilma Kasper of Fia tonia spent the weekend with her parents Mr. and Mrs Ed Kasper.

Wilma Kasper Fiatonia Ed. Kasper

Chamber of Commerce notes and staff reports

The Er meeting of the Chamber Commerce held January 6 at City Hall approved November minutes and paid a $102.21 bill to Shiner Hardware for Christmas street lighting materials. Bills of $62.01 for the Community Christmas tree sponsorship were discussed with the Business Men's Club paying part and the chamber covering the rest. President Schmidt reported on the Gonzales Chamber banquet. members were urged to list rooming accommodations for Highway 200 work. The secretary said job seekers should wait for a public notice before approaching the National Employment Service. If the Bureau of Public Roads approves the State Highway Commission plan, the route from Smothers Creek on Highway 72 to Gonzales may begin soon. The meeting adjourned with secretary L. E. Denmark and President Schmidt.

Chamber Commerce W. Schmidt Shiner Hardware Co Ma.u. E Business Men’s Club Chamber of Commerce C. J. Waldrop M. E. Wolters W. C. Schmidt Gonzales Chamber of Commerce Highway National Employment Service Yoakum National Rayment Service Nee Ee Bureau of Public Roads State Highway Commission Smothers Creek Highway 72 Gonzales L. E. Denmark

Death of Mrs. Mary Stastny at Sweet Home

Mrs Mary Stastny age about ninety years died Sunday morning. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 9 30 a m at Sweet Home Catholic Church with Father Kuratko officiating. Burial in Sweet Home Catholic Cemetery. She leaves four sons Jim John Joe Frank and two daughters Mrs Mary Wilson and Mrs Annie Polasek. Tom Stastny preceded in death in 1935. New Era Herald extends condolences.

Mary Stastny Sweet Home Sweet Home Catholic Kuratko Mary Wilson Jim John Stastny Joe Frank Stastny Moulton Annie Polasek Orange Grove Tom Stastny New Era-Herald

Baptist Church Events Lead With Worship Invitation

Sunday School at 10 a m and preaching at 11 a m. Evening service at 7:00 p m. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 7:00. Pastor J W Burns invites the public to worship with the congregation.

Baptist Church J. W. Burns

Also Mentioned on This Page

J. M. Canon Christian Science Services Ben Fehrenkamp Alfred Brosch Phima First National Bank Mrs
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