Centennial Wolters Family Picnic Celebrates Texas Roots
The Wolters family, tracing to Jake Wolters I who arrived in Texas in 1835, held a 400-strong centennial picnic in Industry Texas. The event honored generations of Wolters and the Herders with leaders from Houston, Shiner, and Weimar, noting early homes, tobacco farming, and German heritage. A separate Shiner game saw Concrete edge Petersville 18 to 4 with notable plays by Percy Garbade and Bubba Fischner.
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Wolters
Jake Wolters I
Texas
Jake Woltersi
Bellville
William Herder
Shiner
Jacob F. Wolters
Houston
Wolters Herder
Henry Richter
George Herder I
Houson
Stella Wolters Russell
Edmund F. Wolters
Wm _ Herder
Organization For Life
Robert Wolters
Schulenburg
George Herder Jr
Weimar
M. E. Wolters
Ed Herder
Houston Chronicle
Messrs and Mesdames
M. E
Gus
Elo
E. F. Wolters
Edgar Wolters
Edith
Carlton
J. A. Wolters
Alvina Wolters
Max L. Jr
Ad Richter
J. J. H Hoffman
Petersville
Sweet Home
Percy Garbade
Bubba Fischner
Otto Turek
Dick Staruss
Funeral Attendees Gather for J. J. Schultz Service
Mrs. Ola Heath Garrett of Houston and Misses Emily Schovajga and Gladys Tomlinson of Austin attended the funeral of Mr. J. J. Schultz on Monday.
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Ola Heath Garrett
Houston
Emily Schovajga
Gladys Tomlinson
Austin
J. J. Schultz
Denton Woman Attends Gonzales Wedding
Mrs. George Welch of Denton visited her sister Mrs. Edgar Wolters at the start of the week to attend a wedding involving her brother Mrs. Schaeffer and Miss Callie or of Gonzales.
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George Welch
Denton
Edgar Wolters
Mrs Schaeffer
Callie Or
Gonzales
Miss Kaspar Compliments Bride-Elect at Bridge Party
Miss Gertrude Kaspar hosted a three table bridge party Friday evening in a yellow marigold themed affair for Miss Ella Stratman. High score went to Miss Selma Rogge, low to Miss Mae Rogge, with prizes awarded to Misses Anne Berckenhoff Beatrice Zappe and Mrs. Oliver Heinsohn. Refreshments included sandwiches cake and ice cream, with Mrs. O H Kaspar of Dallas assisting.
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Gertrude Kaspar
Ella Stratman
Selma Rogge
Mae Rogge
Anne B Berckenhoff
Beatrice Zappe
Oliver Heinsohn
Mary Komcaba
Miss Stratman
Rosa Lee Muras
Annie Marie
Dorothy Muras
Anne Marie Muras
Dainty Little
Madelyn Jo Hajek
Johnny Hajek
Emil Hajek
Wilma Kasper
Anne Berckenhoff
Margaret Liebhafsky
Frank Korbel
Cream Station Promotes Buyings of Dairy and Eggs
Cream Station announces new service for customers and states it buys cream at the counter. It also advertises paying the highest prices for eggs poultry and hides.
George White's Scandals of 1935 stars Dunn and Faye at Palace
James Dunn, Alice Faye, Ned Sparks, Lyda Roberts, Cliff Edwards, Arline Judge, Benny Rubin and many others help make George White's 1935 Scandals the talk of the town at the Palace, Sunday and Monday.
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James Dunn
Alice Faye
Ned Sparks
Lyda Roberts
Cliff Edwards
Arline Judge
Benny Rubin
George White
Palace
Friday and Saturday specials the old sale notice
Friday and Saturday specials list low prices for fabrics and laundry items. Printed Voiles and Batiste 25c and 35c, Extra Large Bath Towels three for 25c, Boys' Wash Suits 49c, date 15c 19c 25c 50c.
Special low price on a variety of household goods
A list of sale prices for ladies white shoes, Bee Brand powders and sprays, Palm Rose Soap, Harvest Inn Corn, Premier Pure Vanilla, Early June Peas, Chipso, Lux Soap, Libbys Pineapple, Fir Tree Bartlett Pears, and miscellaneous items. Includes quantities and basic product names, reflecting a midcentury newspaper ad.
United Dr Martin Luther Church Weekly Schedule
United Dr Martin Luther Church announces Sunday School at 9:00 a m Divine Service at 10:00 a m German service in Dreyer at 8 p m Friday 8 p m Senior Luther League plans program at City Auditorium Rev Richard Schuetze invites parishioners The gospel lesson emphasizes Jesus as a wonderful teacher and Christian living through his teachings
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Dreyer
Luther League
City Auditorium
Jesus
Richard Schuetze
Methodist Church Services Announce Reverend A Guyon
Rev. A Guyon will fill the regular appointment at the Methodist Church next Sunday morning at 11 oclock and again at 8 in the evening. Public invited to worship with this congregation.
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A. Guyon
Methodist Church
Moravian Brethren Church Services Next Sunday Night
Rev Horak will lead Moravian Brethren Church services next Sunday night at 8 o'clock. Public invited to attend the gathering at the Moravian Brethren Church.
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Horak
Moravian Brethren Church
Pentecostal Services At Sunset Store Continue Likely Indefinitely
Rev. J. M. Hargrave has preached nightly over the past week at Sunset Store and will keep preaching indefinitely. Church services begin at 8 o clock with public invited to attend.
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J. M. Hargrave
Sunset Store
Pfeil Couple Welcomes Son Ivan Edward
Mr and Mrs Gus Pfeil celebrate the birth of a son born Monday July 22. The baby signs his name Ivan Edward, adding joy to the family.
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Gus Pfeil
Ivan Edward
As good as any tonic Paris in Spring Palace tale
A compact mention notes a lively Paris in Spring Palace on Tuesday and Wednesday, suggesting a favorable reception or mood around the event. The line hints at cultural or social activity tied to the palace during those days.
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Paris
Palace
Canon Family Returns From Schultz Funeral
Mr and Mrs Shelly Canon Joyce Jean and Mrs Ola Heath Garrett returned to Houston Tuesday after attending the funeral of J J Schultz.
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Shelly Canon
Joyce Jean
Ola Heath Garrett
Houston
J. J. Schultz
State Speaker to Address St Josephs Society Next Sunday
The St Josephs Society of Shiner will hold a regular meeting on Sunday July 28 at 1 30 PM in the Parish Hall. H Jaeckly vice president and state secretary of Staatsverband will speak. A free lunch and entertainment follow. All Catholic German speaking citizens are invited.
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St. Joseph’s Society
H. Jaeckly
V. Pres
Staatsverband
Shiner
Mrs Tait Hosts Miss Stratman at Ranch Home
Mrs. Tait entertained with a buffet luncheon and bridge at the Tait ranch near Columbus on July 17 to honor Miss Ella Stratman a bride of the week. Pink and gold decor highlighted the event with floral centerpieces and pink tapers. Presiding guests included Mrs. Tanner Walker Miss Mary Ellen Walker and Mrs. Edgar Litzman. Attendees from the area included Misses Ella Stratman Selma Mae Rogge Gertrude Kaspar and Beatrice Zappe.
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R. E. Tait
Columbus
Tanner Walker
Mary Ellen Walker
Altair
Edgar Litzman
Gertrude Kaspar
Selma and
Mae Rogge
Beatrice Zappe
Max Weber Visits Houstons Weber Family Home
Max Weber of Houston visits in the home of his parents Mr. and Mrs. Aug. Weber, sharing time with family during a weekend stay.
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Max Weber
Houston
Mrs
Aug. Weber
Elaborate Bridal Shower at Maras Home
Mrs. Jos Maras hosted a colorful bridal shower for Miss Ella Stratman Shiner on a lawn and veranda transformed into a yellow and green bower. Guests signed a heart register, enjoyed a Stratman pupil program, and viewed gifts before savoring sandwiches, cake, and punch.
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Jos. Maras
Frank Korbel
Anne Berckenhoff
Mary Koncaba
Dorothy Muras
Thursday 42 Club Meeting Hosts Blossoms and Games
The Thursday 42 Club gathered with Mrs. Cecil Gasser hosting last week. Seasonable blossoms decorated the reception room as guests played. High score went to Mrs. Mike Vogelsang, guest high to Mrs. Fritz Sander, low to Mrs. C. B. Stratman and guest low to Mrs. C. B. Welhausen. A tray lunch followed with guests listed. Next meeting will be hosted by Mrs. C. B. Stratman on August 1 at 2 30.
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Cecil Gasser
Mike Vogelsang
High
Fritz Sander
C. B. Stratman
Low
C. B. Welhausen
Mesdames
Emil Stach
Alfred Schramm
E. Glatzert
Theo Dierksen
Emil Balusek
Hugo Liebhafsky
C. &. Sandford
S. A. Thulemeyer
Raymond Broz
Ace of Clubs Enjoys Pleasant Club Meeting at Mrs Brosch
Members of the Ace of Clubs gathered at Mrs. Alfred Brosch for the last regular meeting. Floral decor enhanced the hospitality as games concluded with a tray lunch. Prizes went to Mesdames J. W. Boyle Jr. and Oliver Heinohn for high score and cut prize.
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Ace of Clubs
Alfred Brosch
Mesdames J. W. Boyle Jr
Oliver Hein
Trades Day Signups Open for First Campaign Event
The Trades Day committee announces the first event of the new campaign to be held on Wednesday September 18. Fifty five signers are listed and those who have not signed must do so in the coming days as the list closes next Wednesday July 31.
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Trades Day Committee
Ed Herder Confirmed as Postmaster for Shi ner
Ed Herder was notified last week that the Senate confirmed his appointment as Postmaster for Shi ner. This week he received bond and oath of office and will qualify once his commission is issued, timing not yet known.
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Ed Herder
Senate
Shiner
Washington
Business Men's Club Meeting Tonight at Royal Cafe
The Business Men's Club holds its regular meeting promptly at seven o clock this evening at the Royal Cafe.
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Business Men’s Club
Royal Cafe
Arrival of Elmer Schulze in Georgia After World Cruise
Postcard greetings received by his parents Tuesday morning announced the arrival of Elmer Schulze in Georgia after completing his world cruise.
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Elmer Schulze
Georgia
Hausmanns Visit Kloesel Home Runnels Couple Tour
Mr and Mrs Ad B Hausmann of Runnels County are visiting the F J Kloesel home and also spending time with other relatives, sharing family greetings and relations during a short stay.
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Ad B. Hausmann
Runnels County
F. J. Kloesel
Seguin Outing on Guadalupe Sees Heerssen Mittanek Family
Fritz Heerssen and wife joined Mr and Mrs M E Mittanek along with relatives and friends for a pleasant Sunday trip on the Guadalupe at Seguin.
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Fritz Heerssen
M. E. Mittanek
Seguin
Guadalupe
Hurta Family Attends C M B Sunday School Meet
Mr and Mrs Rudy Hurta and their son along with Miss Bessie Mikeska attended the C M B Sunday School Convention at West during the past week.
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Rudy Hurta
Bessie Mikeska
West
Wilsons Return From Huntsville Summer School Session
Mr and Mrs J H Wilson and their little daughter have returned from Huntsville where Mr Wilson attended the first session of summer school.
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J. H. Wilson
Huntsville
Wilson
Dancing School Plans by Shiner Entrant Miss Lothrop
Miss Joy Lothrop completes Acrobatic, Tap, Ballet and Ballroom training under Billie Truhart in Houston and aims to open a Shiner dancing school in September. Interested parties call Mrs. W L Goudelock at phone 238-84W for details. Rev and Mrs Pfenninger and family of Harlingen visited Shiner friends. H H Striebeck and Lewis Striebeck returned from San Antonio and Floresville.
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Joy Lothrop
Billie Truehart
Houston
Shiner
W .L. Goudelock
Dreyer Family Visit at Baylor University
Mr and Mrs O W Dreyer and Ralph spent Sunday with Miss Evelyn Dreyer at Baylor University.
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O. W. Dreyer
Ralph
Evelyn Dreyer
Baylor University
Temple visitors travel with local entourage
Miss Annie Stuter attends second term at State University. J M Canon arrives from Temple for a brief visit Wednesday afternoon, returning to Temple with his daughter Mrs E J Kempe and brothers Ernest and George Schultz of Hallettsville.
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Annie Stuter
State University
J.m.canon
Temple
E. J. Kempe
Ernest and
George Schultz
Hallettsville
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Methodist Church Services
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