Annual Cotton Ginners Convention Sets 1938 City
The 15th 18th 19th Districts Cotton Ginners Association met in Shiner for a two session convention with diverse speakers including Louis Trautwein and H S Paulus. John C Thompson and E E Gillie addressed attendees as officers were elected for three districts and Gonzales was named 1938 convention city.
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Cotton Ginners’ Assn
Cotton Ginners’ Association
Shiner
Henry Seifert
Msgr. Netardus
Louis Trautwein
Richter
H.S. Paulus
Yoakum
Chas. DuBose
Alice
South Texas Cotton Seed Oi] Millers’ Assn
W.E. Green
San Antonio
Southern Mutual Fire Insurance Company
F. E. Lichte
A. & M. College
iHon
John C. Thompson
Texas Cotton Ginners’ Assn
Cotton Ginners’ Journal
Mgr
Arno Wagener
Miss Milada
Eddie Hodanek
Ia Ouk
S E. E. Gillie
Mr. Gerdes
Louisiana
Gonzales
Frank Arnold
Garwood
Anton Hodanek Shiner
V. Pres
Weimar
Alfred Reisner
Treas
D. B
Me Amus
Thomaston
Jerald Dubose
Victoria
Alfred Ahrens
Karnes City
Max Smith
San Marcos Pres
Robt
Martindale
M.E. Wolters
Denmark
Chamber of Commerce
G. W. Newberry
Gonwales
Alfred Reisher
Weather improves crops after last week of rain
Last week saw daily showers and persistent cloudiness. The rainfall proved beneficial to crops, and with showers ending the crop response has been strong and satisfactory.
Weather Forecast Seeks Dry Spell Through September First
Public weather outlook calls for unusually dry conditions with no rain expected until September 1. Officials urge farmers and residents to conserve water and monitor drought indicators as heat persists and soil moisture declines.
Father Kuratko Patient After Major Operation
Father Kuratko of Halletts ville was reported resting well Wednesday morning after a major operation performed at the local hospital early Tuesday. Mrs. D. A. Kosler and Miss Adele Fikac are special nurses on his case.
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Kuratko
Hallettsville
D. A. Kosler
Adele Fikac
First National Bank Financial Statement Noted
The paper calls readers' attention to the financial statement of the First National Bank, published in this issue for public awareness and review.
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First National Bank
Lutheran Ladies Aid Meeting Reports Rainy Attendance
The Lutheran Ladies Aid met in regular session with Rev. Wolfsdorf giving a brief on Philippians chapter four. President Mrs Aug Schramm welcomed visitors as 32 members attended due to rain. Minutes approved and lunch served. next meeting set for August 4 at 3 PM.
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Lutheran Ladies Aid
Wolfsdorf
Schuetze
Phillipians
Aug. Schramm
Garden Club Picnic at Sulphur Park This Friday
The Garden Club plans a recreational meeting and swimming party at Sulphur Park Friday at 3 30 P M with lunch served on the grounds. Members will forego the regular business session for the outdoor event.
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Garden Club
Sulphur Park
Slim Wilson Recovers After Appendicitis Operation
Friends report Slim Wilson is doing well after an emergency appendicitis operation at a Houston hospital.
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Slim Wilson
Houston
Business Men's Club Minutes Report and July Election Date
The regular meeting of the Business Men's Club at the Royal Cafe was led by President Kempe. Minutes and the treasurer’s report by Secretary Lane were accepted. no special business and nothing new reported. After lunch, the session adjourned. The next meeting on July 22 will be the annual officer election.
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Business Men’s Club
Royal Cafe
Pres. Kempe
Lane
Hot Weather Specials at Ma Vaseaneeeenee S S5eee
Ma Vaseaneeeenee advertises hot weather specials with unclear product lines and pricing. The fragment mentions S S5eee and hone os an, lacking concrete items or dates but signaling a promotional sale in a local shop.
Charlottenburg Dramatic Club Meeting
All members of the Dramatic Club are urged to meet at the school building Friday night July 16 at 8:30 PM. This meeting is of great importance, so make all efforts to attend. The patrons are invited to attend if they so desire.
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Dramatic Club
Mrs H B Littlefield dies after illness in Yoakum
Mrs H B Littlefield a well known Yoakum resident and former Kokernot resident died Tuesday night July 6 at 8 at her daughter Mrs John Hamon's home. She leaves husband three daughters Mrs Hamon Mrs Claire Frechet Moore of Alberquerque NM and Mrs Walter Riley of Denton two sons Rupert Littlefield Kokernot and Guy Littlefield Austwell. Funeral held Thursday at 10 in Robertson and Seydler chapel and burial in Kokernot Cemetery.
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H. B. Littlefield
Yoakum
Kokernot
John Hamon
Littlefield
Claire Frechet Moore
Alberquerque
New Mexico
Klosterman Celebrates 80th Birthday With Family
Mr E H Klosterman marked his 80th birthday on July 3 as six children and many relatives gathered at Robstown and Shiner to extend congratulations. Attendees included Walter Klosterman and wife from San Antonio, Ben Klosterman, Emil Hinze and their families, Willie Lorenz, Alvin Knellg and kin, and nephew Fritz Klosterman and wife, with many others from Robstown and Shiner sharing hospitality.
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E. H. Klosterman
Walter Klosterman
San Antonio
Ben Klosterman
Fred Hinze
Willie Lorenz
Emil Hinze
Alvin Knellg
Fritz Klosterman
Robstown
Shiner
Klosterman
August Fritz Sander
Emma Koether
Oscar Hinze
Chas. Eggert
J. Koenning
Aug. Werner
Resignations Filled for High School Teachers
Miss Anita Richter Home Economics teacher and Miss Evelyn Dreyer grade teacher resigned to the Board of Education. Miss Selma Wiedeman from Halsmith Texas was elected for the Home Economics Department. Miss Mae Rogge was elected for the 8th grade vacancy. Both teachers have degrees. Wiedeman has five years experience as Home Economics teacher. Rogge taught in Cleveland Grammar Schools and was re elected for the ensuing year.
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Anita Richter
Evelyn Dreyer
Board of Education
Selma Wiedeman
Halsmith
Texas
Mae Rogge
Wiedemann
H. E
Cleveland
Leonard Valek Enjoys Vacation in Texas Cities
Leonard Valek spends a week touring Texas, with stops in Houston and San Antonio, enjoying the sights, meals, and local culture during his vacation.
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Leonard Valek
Houston
San Antonio
Weimar Leaders Honor State Official at Tricounty Meet
Alfred Reisner of Weimar was named life Secretary of the tricounty Association with Steve McCormick assisting. Registrations reached 180 plus 120 ladies, totaling 300. Key address by State Secretary John C. Thompson drew praise for hospitality to the association.
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Alfred Reisner
Weimar
Life Sect
Tricounty Association
Steve McCormick
John C. Thompson
Shiner
Special Sermon Series at the Methodist Church Begins Sunday
Beginning Sunday night the pastor Rev Guyon will lead a series of sermons at the Methodist Church. Rev Minter of Gonzales will occupy the pulpit each night at eight o'clock. He is a very able minister and his gospel messages are eagerly awaited. All friends of the congregation are cordially invited to attend.
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Guyon
Methodist Church
Minter of
Gonzales
United Dr Martin Luther Church Service Schedule
United Dr Martin Luther Church announces Sunday School at 9 a m Divine Service with preaching by Rev W C Wolfsdorf at 10 a m No evening service listed in the schedule.
Christian Science Lesson Sermon in Hallettsville Sunday
Hallettsville Christian Science services announce the Life lesson for Sunday July 18 at 11 am. The Golden Text cites Moses at the bush declaring the Lord as the living God of Abraham Isaac and Jacob, emphasizing life over death.
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Churches of Christ
Scientist
Moses
Abraham
Isaac
Jacob
Vacation Church Services Announced for Baptist Church
During Rev Burns vacation the Baptist church will hold no services except the morning Sunday school hour. The next prayer meeting is scheduled for Wednesday July 28.
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Burns
Baptist Church
Filip Nwae On Vacation Leave This Week
Adolf Filip reports a scheduled vacation leave this week affecting duties in the office. Colleagues and supervisors are notified of his absence and coverage plans are being arranged.
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Adolf Filip’ nWae
Mrs Edward Berckenhoff Visits Sister in Sheffield
Mrs Edward Berckenhoff travels to Sheffield to visit her sister, staying briefly as a guest.
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Edward Berckenhoff
Sheffield
Summer School Closes Successful Term
Summer School with Supt. Mc Donald as Principal and Miss Hertha Liebhafsky, instructor, closed Friday, July 9 with very successful results. The following students took advantage of the summer school: Lonnie McNatt Edith Chrastecky, Margaret Dierksen, Donald Kasper, Donald Schuetze, Francis Berckenhoff, Eddie Hodanek, Erwin Liebhafsky. From Moulton were Allan James Bohuslav, Victor Jemelka, Harvey Wagner, and John Garland Cinadr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supt. McDonald
Hertha Liebhafsky
Lonnie McNatt
Edith Chrastecky
Margaret Dierksen
Donald Kasper
Donald Schuetze
Francis Berckenhoff
Eddie Hodanek
Erwin Liebhafsky
Moulton
Allan James Bohuslav
Victor Jemelka
Harvey Wagner
John Garland Cinadr
Newly Elected and Installed Officers Masonic Lodge
New officers installed at the Masonic Lodge include Worshipful Master L. E. Denmark, Senior Warden G. H. Helweg, Junior Warden W. E. Trepto, Treasurer F. Wolters, Secretary Wet Schmidt, Tiler John W. Hrcek, Senior Deacon B. R. Holchalk, Junior Deacon E. J. Kempe.
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Masonic Lodge
L. E. Denmark
G. H. Helweg
W. E. Trepto
F. Wolters
Wet, Schmidt
John W. Hrcek
B. R. Holchalk
E. J. Kempe
Cards of thanks for Paul Otto Sr death
The Children of Paul Otto Sr. express gratitude for the many acts of kindness neighbors friends ministers and flowers received after the passing of their father. We are deeply grateful for comfort and consolation during this time.
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Paul Otto Sr
Mrs Chas Longoria Vacation Visit to Texas Cities
Mrs Chas Longoria is spending her vacation from the local post office visiting relatives in Houston and San Antonio.
Merrem Family Reunion News From Boerne
From Boerne on July 7 Mr and Mrs E J Merrem report delightful weather and no electric fans found. They mention a joyful July 4th family reunion and urge sending the Gazette as welcome news from home.
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E.J. Merrem
Boerne
Strauss Family Reunion Held At Cat Spring
R. J. Strauss attended the Strauss family reunion at Cat Spring on Sunday, joining relatives for a daytime gathering and shared memories.
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R. J. Strauss
Strauss
Cat Spring
Funeral Attendees List From Paul Otto Sr. Rites
Out-of-town relatives and friends attended the funeral of Paul Otto Sr. including Walter Kiehn and family E W Kiehn Schu lenburg Werner Hingst Hugo Hingst Ad Hingst Mrs Louis Friedel Alvin Roggenkamp Wm Kelch Karl Erich Werner Otto Mrs Herbert Hengsch Edmund Otto Karl Ernest Arthur Otto Mrs Otto Jaroszewski Mrs Lawrence Ott Beeville Huth and wife Karnes families of Henry City Herman Dahse Wm Reramie Mesdames Fritz Messrs and seller John Harbers M G Willie Buesing John Gadi Gaedke Otto Janssen Re Mrs T J Roth Mesdames Aa Kasten Ben Emanuel Kone Schmidt Messrs Wm Ad Alfred Bauman Nordheim many from Yoakum and Moulton vicinities could not all be named.
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Paul Otto Sr
Walter Kiehn
E. W. Kiehn
Schulenburg
Werner Hingst
New Braunfels
Hugo Hingst
Seguin
Ad. Hingst
Louis Friedel
Alvin Roggenkamp
Wm. Kelch
Cuero
Karl
Erich
Werner Otto
Herbert Hen
M. G
Willie Buesing
John Gadi
Gaedke
Otto Janssen
T. J. Roth
Mesdames Aa
Kasten
Ben Emanuel
Kone Schmidt
Alfred Bauman
Nordheim
Yoakum and
Moulton
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Hallettsville Christian Science Services
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