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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1925
Page
9
City Council boosts tax rate to blue sky limit
Eagle Like city council raised the property tax rate by 130 percent at its last meeting, drawing sharp protest from taxpayers while pledging continued funding for city services and projects.
City Council Increases Tax Rate Amid Debate
The Eagle Lake council raised the city tax rate from 65 cents to 1.50 dollars per hundred valuation, a rise over 130 percent, with a limit of 1.50 until population reaches 5000. The move drew sharp commentary on the council's decision and its so-called blue sky elevation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagle Lake
Texas Granite to furnish Edison Building in New York
Llano Texas June 20 Texas Pink Granite Company formed at Granite Mountain lands another big contract. It will supply all granite for the $15 million Edison Building in New York covering four city blocks and used in all granite portions of the structure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Llano
Texas
Texas Pink Granite Company
Granite Mountain
Edison
New York
Local and Personal Rent Contracts Supply Office Offer
This office announces it can supply rent contracts and related documents for tenants and landlords. It highlights availability of standard lease forms and quick turnaround for drafting and filing. Suitable for property managers seeking efficient agreements.
Doctor Kent Entreats Eye Ear Nose and Throat Clinic Tour
Dr. Frank Kent announces a regional tour presenting diseases of the eye ear nose and throat. He schedules visits in Hallettsville on July 9 and Shiner on July 10 offering examinations and guidance.
Quintin Schaeffer Spends Fourth in Shiner
Dallas resident Quintin Schaeffer marked the Fourth of July in Shiner enjoying the small town celebrations and local festivities. He attended parades and visited nearby landmarks, sharing photos on social media and connecting with residents during the holiday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quintin Schaeffer
Dallas
Shiner
Hollman Family Vacation on Coast and Mountains
Mr and Mrs H G Hollman and their son Julius are spending several weeks traveling along the coast and into the mountains for a family vacation away from home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. G. Hollman
Julius
Schulze and Sons Manage Robstown Business ties
Mr and Mrs Ad Schulze and Sons Victor and Gene attended to business interests in Robstown last week highlighting family involvement in regional trade and commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ad. Schulze
Victor and
Gene
Robstown
Blohm and Valenta Couple Enjoy Galveston Surf Weekend
Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Blohm with Miss Mae and Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Valenta spent last weekend enjoying surf bathing at Galveston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Blohm
Miss Mae
L. G. Valenta
Galveston
Glasses For All From Dr Gus Schulze
Advertisement for eye examination and glasses fitting by Dr. Gus Schulze offering up to date frame styles. Emphasizes home service and guaranteed workmanship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gus. Schulze
Dedication of East Bernard Catholic Church Draws Throng
Misses Francis Zak and Bila Novak attended the dedication of a new Catholic Church in East Bernard costing $40,000. The June 20 ceremony drew about six thousand attendees for the services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Zak
Bila Novak
East Bernard
Henkhaus Family Visit Includes Mrs Henkhaus Sr
Mr and Mrs E O Jack Henkhaus traveled from Seguin to bring home Mrs O C Henkhaus Sr who had been their guest for several days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. O
Jack) Henkhaus
Seguin
O. C. Henkhaus Sr
Shiner Motor Sales Ad Promotes Cash Trade Cards
Get your cash trade cards. Do not delay. They won't last long. Call and see samples of valuable oral medallions given away by us. Shiner Motor Sales P. R. Otto, Prop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiner Motor Sales
P. R. Otto
Master Kester Bohmann Sent Home from Hospital
Master Kester Bohmann of Stockdale who has been a surgical patient at Dr Wagner Hospital has been removed to the home of his grandmother Mrs Anna Bobman for recovery with family care and supportive pacing at home care setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kester Bohmann
Stockdale
Dr. Wagner Hospital
Anna Bobman
Mr and Mrs Koch Move to Yorktown for New Home
Mr and Mrs Francis Koch arrive from Austin to settle in Yorktown. He is the son in law of Dr and Mrs H C Eckhardt and is believed to have accepted a position as bookkeeper for the firm of Jacob Schmidt, Yorktown News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Koch
Austin
Yorktown
Koch
H. C. Eckhardt
Jacob Schmidt
Yorktown News
Texaco Service Boosts at Highway Filling Station
Texas Company announces unsurpassed service for Texaco gasoline and lube oil at the Highway Filling Station and Shiner Garage. Ed Gehrels, agent H. Arthur Zappe and George Rogge joined Jackson Purdy of Houston for a three month vacation trip to San Diego Cal Mexico Salt Lake City Utah Yellowstone Park Colorado Springs and Grand Canyon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texaco
Highway
Shiner
H. Arthur Zappe
George Rogge
Jackson Purdy
Houston
Chrysler
San Diego
Cal
Mexico
Salt Lake City
Utah
Yellowstone Park
Colorado Springs
Grand Canyon
Valenta Couple Vacationing at Corpus Christi Robstown Harlingen
Mr and Mrs R H Valenta spent a vacation visiting Corpus Christi Robstown and Harlingen enjoying time away from home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. H. Valenta
Corpus Christi
Robstown
Harlingen
Mrs Herbert Holchak Visit With Son in San Antonio
Mrs Herbert Holchak and her son from San Antonio are visiting relatives in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Holchak
San Antonio
Nordheim Guest Ms Roy Brunkenhoefer in Holchak Home
Nordheim resident Ms Roy Brunkenhoefer has been a guest staying at the Benno Holchak residence, details indicate a social visit and hospitality between households.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Brunkenhoefer of
Nordheim
Benno Holchak
Max Ehlers Spends Vacation at Parental Home
Max Ehlers of the First National Bank of Houston is spending his vacation at his parents' home. This brief note places him in Houston and identifies his employer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Max Ehlers
First National Bank of Houston
Austin Socials Mark July Fourth Visitants
Mr and Mrs Ballara Fry and Miss Thelma McNutt of Austin spent July Fourth with Miss Mae Hughs and Mrs C C Amsler.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballara Fry
Thelma McNutt
Austin
Mae Hughs
C. C. Amsler
Kaspar leaves Monday for valley points in wire basket work
Arthur Kaspar departed Monday morning to travel to valley points to pursue Kaspar Wire Basket Works. He aims to inspect materials and seek buyers for his wire basket products, reflecting ongoing local craft business activity and regional trade interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Kaspar
Valley Points
Kaspar Wire Basket Works
Striebeck and Wolters Oversee Kenedy Interests
H. H. Striebeck and Edwin Wolters managed business interests in Kenedy during the 4th of July period, coordinating activities and maintaining local engagements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Striebeck
Edwin Wolters
Kenedy
Mrs Bonarden and Ellorere Visit Halsettsville Home
Mrs W C Bonarden and her daughter Ellorere of Halsettsville are guests in the E G Buske home. The visit highlights social ties and local hospitality, reflecting community customs of hosting relatives and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Bonarden
Ellorere of
Halsettsville
E. G. Buske
Mrs Chas Garbade Family Return From Galveston Visit
Mrs Chas Garbade and her sons Walter and Percy returned Sunday after a brief visit to Galveston, ending their trip with a casual family reunion and travel home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Garbade and Sons
Walter and
Percy
Galveston
Miss Elia E Plageman Returns to Huth Hospital
Miss Elia E Plageman returned to her duties at Huth Hospital in Yoakum yesterday after a week’s vacation at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elia E. Plageman
Huth Hospital
Yoakum
Wolters Family Returns From Western Trip
Mr and Mrs M E Wolters and their son Gussie have returned home after an extended journey through California Utah and Colorado arrival details and duration noted in local society notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Wolters
Gussie
California
Utah
Colorado
Battery stock offering worldwide car makes
How Is Your Battery We stock Williard and Exide batteries a size to fit every make of car We guarantee real long service from these batteries A trial will convince you Stocked by Highway Filling Station City Garage Charles Malina Batt
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dayton
Williard and Exide
Buske Family Travels With Roxie Veree Buske
Mr and Mrs E G Buske and family spent last weekend in Path Fioresville and San Antonio. They were accompanied home by Miss Roxie Veree Buske who has been taking a special music course at Westmoreland College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. G. Buske
Path
Fioresville
San Antonio
Roxie Veree Buske
Westmoreland College
Dental Office Closed For Summer Break Notice
A dental office will be closed from Monday July 6 through on or about August 3. The notice cites an extended summer break and lists the practitioner as J A F Kroschel AF. Local patients are advised to plan appointments accordingly and contact status updates if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. F. Kroschel
Dance at Rocky Site Next Sunday Night
Dance at Rocky Site next Sunday night July 12 invites all ages. Music by Patek Band draws crowds to the hillside venue with a friendly, community party atmosphere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patek
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Big N. Y
Leonard
G.w.eschenburg
Dayton Thorobred Balloons
Dayton Balloons
Dayton Thorobred
Dayton Rubber Mfg. Co
Dayton, Ohio
Pioneer
City Garage Shiner
Garbade Lumber Co
Quality Lumber Dealers
Frank Kent
Texas Company
Ed Gehrels, Agt
Charles Malina
Chiropractic
Health Service
C. R. Saur
D. C
H.N.B
The
First National Bank
OF Shiner
Lavaca County
Kuhn
Southwest
C. B. Welhausen & GO
Kuhr
Hamilton Brown
Wendtland & Novak
Mil & Mig
Arno Wagener
Draughon
Practical Business College
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