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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1917
Page
4
The governor attacks President Vinson and faculty, vetoes 1918 19 appropriations totaling 716000.50 and 710198.50 respectively. He urges reconciliation and plans to fund the university privately for the next two years, stressing its role as the state's chief institution of learning.
Middling priced at Bheents Galveston on Saturday. Wheat at 198 cents a bushel in Chicago. Beef cattle quoted 10 to 12 dollars per hundred in Fort Worth. Choice cows at 8 dollars per hundredweight. Hogs led markets at 15 dollars 50 cents per hundred.
A concise call to support national defense urges readers to buy liberty bonds as a way to fund the war effort instead of enlisting and serving directly. The message emphasizes financial participation by civilians during wartime.
The article estimates about 272 people fall under the registration requirement in the two Shiner boxes, outlining the scope of the registry.
Hon. Geo. F. Burgess will deliver an address in Gonzales on Registration day, June 5th, outlining civic duties and voting procedures for residents.
The government issues the May cotton crop report with a index of 69.5, indicating a decline from last year’s May reading. The figure suggests softer conditions in the current season compared to the prior year.
Three American merchant vessels were sunk by German U boats as the Atlantic tension rises. Berlin maintains it has no state of war with the United States, while Allied and neutral ships endure peril on key routes.
June 5 is observed as a holiday with parades public speaking and flag raisings planned in many places as part of the observance.
Tax list reports 272 men subject to registration in the two Shiner boxes, though there is concern the actual number may be far lower.
The Gazette announces the constitutional amendment appears in this issue for the last time and urges readers to read carefully and be prepared to vote on the 21st day of August 1917.
At Dallas evidence shows a secret organization formed to resist the selective draft planned to seize railroads and banks and move on Washington.
Congress debates the espionage bill with House and Senate clashing over press censorship which was rejected by the House by a 40 vote. The Rivers and Harbors bill funds Texas ports except Freeport new work. Pryor Kieberg and Moses arrived in Washington on important business.
A light rain is hoped for in the area to aid early corn. Local residents including Paul Blaschke and family visiting in Westhoff, Clemens Pietch upgrading his farm, Ernser Zappe traveling via Scholottenburg to Hallettsville, and Max Lorentz and Wm. McGinty seen in town. Dave Prince stayed in San Antonio to be with his sick brother in law. Paul Voelkel and family from Westhoff visiting relatives this week. Ed Nollkamper and family from near Shiner passed through en route to Hallettaville. Ballard’s Snow Liniment ad promotes a permanent itch relief.
On May 31 at 8 p m at the Salt er home Eula Marie Salter married Kenny J Wagener with Rev J W Brice officiating. Immediate family and a few friends attended as a salad and ice course followed. The couple will reside with J M Salter at 302 Fordyce Ave and receive wedding cards here.
A public appeal argues citizens must support the war through shared costs and prudent taxation. It urges bonds to fund short term needs, preserves free speech, protects business, and calls for government public confidence while defending democracy against autocracy.
Surgeons advise prompt first aid with an efficient antiseptic to prevent infection and speed healing. Boronze is marketed as the ideal antiseptic and healing agent for man or beast. Sold by druggists with prices 25c 50c 1.00 and 1.50. Buy it now for emergencies.
Excerpts note federal action quickly following the threat with a strong blow to the submarine menace. Also mentions local tax assessors court summons and a military enlistment from Moulton. Fred Fehrenkamp, son of Mr. and Mrs. Fehrenkamp, joined the army in Houston as part of Troop H, First Texas Cavalry.
A brief maker notes Candies-fresh and fine at the Shiner Hardware Company store. The item suggests a local trade or display event highlighting confections in stock at the hardware shop.
Two pleas of guilty were entered in county court on Tuesday involving theft of a turkey and abusive language with fines of 10 and 5 dollars plus costs. County Clerk J A Sommerlatte returned to duties after a measles illness, and his family has recovered. Sheriff Houchins earlier jailed four Mexican men from Yoakum found guilty of gambling. they were released on convict bonds to work out fines.
Mrs J F Ivey hosted a mixed shower for Miss Eula Salter from 8 to 10 pm Wednesday. Many beautiful gifts were received as friends who have known her since childhood expressed esteem for her.
Legislative text proposes adding Section 59 to Article 16 to create conservation and reclamation districts, grant governing powers, authorize bonds and taxes, and set election details for August 21, 1917. Governor to issue proclamation and $5000 appropriated to fund the election.
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