WAVY NAN IN TOWN PROMOTES SAILOR ON LEAVE
Robert Bednar, one of the first in our area to enlist, arrived in Shiner from Pensacola on leave. He is in good health, has gained weight and height, and has been promoted with higher pay. He remains with the U S Henderson marines bound for Mexican waters. He plans to visit relatives in Shiner and nearby towns before returning to his ship, with about 16 months left to serve.
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Robert Bednar
Navy
Shiner
Pensacola Florida
Robert
U. S.5
Henderson
Mexican
Committee reports aid drive results for Armenian sufferers
The committee appointed to solicit aid for the Armenian sufferers in the Near East reports a collection of $112.84. Given the many demands on donations this is a favorable showing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Near East
Dance Night Set for Saturday at Bluecher Park
A ball is announced for Saturday night at Bluecher Park. If you love dancing, be on hand for the event and enjoy an evening of music and movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bluecher Park
Crop outlook pleasing from Texas trip reports
Messrs Herder Stapp and Bulwer return from Yoakum to San Antonio with news of crop conditions along the Sap to Beeville and between Beeville Kenedy and Three Rivers. They report crops well advanced with promising yields of corn cotton and foodstuffs. Cotton ready to bloom, corn in roasting ear stage, feed crops well advanced.
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Messrs Herder
Stapp
Bulwer
Yoakum
San Antonio
Beeville
Kenedy
Three Rivers
Floresville
George Seydler and Willie Kluge Wed in Gonzales
Prominent Shiner man George Seydler married Miss Willie Kluge of Gonzales in Gonzales on Wednesday May 26. Friends in Shiner extend heartiest congratulations to the couple.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Seydler
Shiner
Willie Kluge
Gonzales
George
Honor Roll Renewals Thank Readers Across Towns
Subscriptions renewals acknowledged from readers in Shiner Bomarton Westhoff Waco Sealy Oak Park and other listed areas. Names include Frank Seidenberger Robert Seydler Walter Herder Mrs H Menke John Dolezai Otto Gerloff Frank Macha Mrs Joe Boehm F J Luekecke Wm Green and Fr W Pavlis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Seydler
Bomarton
W. P. Hewig
Shiner
Walter Herder
Westhoff
H. Menke
John Dolezai
Otto Gerloff
Frank Macha
Waco
Joe Boehm
Sealy
Texas
Flag Day Celebration Promises Local Attractions
The Flag Day celebration on Monday June 14 features several attractions. Visitors at the home of Mr and Mrs Louis Macha last week include Herman Dedrich of Rockport and Misses Eva and O Letbetter of Cost.
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Louis Macha
Herman Dedrich
Rockport
Eva and
O. Letbetter
Cost
Echoes From The Boy Graduate In Flatonia Schulenburg Tour
The Dear Boy Graduate drew invitations to perform in Flatonia last Tuesday and Schulenburg Friday. The full cast and orchestra traveled by car and returned the same night. Schulenburg noted the orchestra arrived late so improvised numbers saved the program. Shiner citizens lent cars and support for the events.
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Flatonia
Schulenburg
Is Means
Shiner
Three youths Joined Congregation by Confirmation
Last Sunday three young members Oswald Kaspar Bertha Meyer and Olga Kaspar were received into full fellowship of the church by Confirmation and holy communion. Pastor H C Bierman noted they answered over three hundred catechism questions showing thorough instruction. He plans forming a new class soon.
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Oswald Kaspar
Bertha Meyer
Olga Kaspar
H. C. Bierman
Information Bureau Proposes June 14 Red Cross Soldiers Day
Information Bureau announces June 14 at the Bark American Red Cross Bureau will aid ex service members. The Red Cross will help veterans secure government entitlements including insurance, allowances, vocational education, medical treatment, bonuses, and unreceived liberty bonds. National Headquarters seeks to contact all service members within two months to complete this outreach.
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Red Cress
Bureau of Information
The
Red Cross
Immanuel’s Lutheran Church Services and Meeting
Immanuel's Lutheran Church lists Sunday School at 9 a m German services at 10 a m and English services at 745 p m. Parents are asked to remain after German service for a short meeting. Pastor H. Bierman invites all to attend.
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Bierman
Mr and Mrs Albert Dittmar Move to Wilson for New Home
Mr and Mrs Albert Dittmar left last Saturday for Wilson in Lynn County to establish their future home. Albert has a position with Wilson Mercantile Co. We wish him prosperity in the new home.
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Albert Dittmar
Wilson, Lynn Co
Albert
Wilson Mercantile Co
Mrs Ella Lane Returns From Delightful Kingsville Kenedy Visit
Mrs. Ella BE Lane came back Tuesday after a pleasant vacation spent in Kingsville and Kenedy.
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Ella BE. Lane
Kingsville
Kenedy
Gusher Strikes Near Kingsville Kleberg Oil Field
The Kleberg Oil Company hit a gusher about four miles southwest of Kingsville in Kleberg county yesterday, May 30, with news reaching here via telephone from Joseph Lodovic Jr. in Kingsville. Company president is Charles Flato Sr. and a major stockholder is Charles Flato Jr. Several shareholders, including Mrs. Joseph Lodovico, reside in San Antonio per the San Antonio Express.
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Kleberg Oil Company
Kingsville
Kleberg County
Joseph J. Lodovic
Joseph Lodovic, Jr
Charles Flato, Sr
Kleberg Company
Charles Flato, Jr
Joseph J. Lodovico
San Antonio
Flag Day Celebration Helpers and Parade Details
The notice asks ladies to assist with meals at the Flag Day celebration on Monday June 14 and to contact Mrs. C. Amsler with their available times. It also calls out participants for the parade and asks anyone with decorated cars to inform J. Ff. Bozikka.
Nowlin Couple Arrives as New City Superintendent
Mr. and Mrs. T. M. Nowlin have arrived in the city to reside permanently. Mr. Nowlin is named the new Superintendent of the compress company.
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T. M. Nowlin
City
Mr. Nowlin
Compress Company
Clean Up Day Declared for Shiner City
Tuesday June 8 is declared clean up day for Shiner city. Residents should remove weeds and rubbish from properties and vacant lots. Wagons will collect trash at the gate. Civic Club led by E Runk the mayor urges community to create a clean South Texas landmark.
Notice To High School Pupils May Be Had At Kuhn's Drug Store
Public notice directed at high school pupils indicating a copy of the Independent may be obtained at Kuhn's Drug Store.
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Kuhn
Lavaca County Rural Carriers Elect Officers in Hallettsville
The Lavaca County Rural Carriers Association met in Hallettsville last Monday for officer elections. Joe Hughs was chosen president and Henry Hirsch secretary. All Shiner carriers attended along with acting postmaster Ponton.
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Lavaca
Mrs Elizabeth Braden Improves After Minor Surgery
Mrs Elizabeth Braden relative of Mr Richard Wendel has been in Shiner for several weeks under a physician care. She is at present in the Ramsel Sanitarium where she underwent a slight operation and is now much improved.
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Elizabeth Braden
Richard Wendel
Shiner
Ramsel Sanitarium
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Wolters Brothers Company
Baharia
Nainosook
Coopers
J. B. Stetson
Pereale
Frank Seidenberger
Shiner Route 8
Immanuel’s Lutheran Church
Information Bureau
Lone Star Motor & Supply Company
0. G. Blohm How
G. W. Eschenburg
Shiner Furniture
Kleberg
Mear
Kingsville Company
Farmers State Bank
Mr Blohm
T. H. Leslie
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