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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1934
Page
1
City Council adopted a combination rate for residences with an electric range water heater or refrigerator. All service must be registered by one meter. First 20 kilowatts at 12 1/2 cents, 180 at 3 1/2 cents, over 200 at 3 cents each. Minimum $3.50.
The advanced pupils of Mrs. A L Fuller performed Tuesday night in the school auditorium delivering splendid piano pieces. Shiner audiences praised the musicianship and technique. Two young guest artists, Iva Sue Jaeggli of Moulton and Mae-Jean Faulkner of Lubbock, joined dancing numbers and were encores with their pianists, Mrs. Sam Jaeggli and Mrs. Edwin Gehrels.
Mrs. S A Thulemeyer presented her piano pupils in an annual recital Monday night at the High School auditorium. A large attendance enjoyed the miscellaneous program amid evident marked progress by each student reflecting credit on the instructor's capable training.
Father D A Sykora of St Mary's Parish died last Friday after a lingering illness in Santa Rosa hospital. He was 45. His body lay in state two days at St Mary's church, drawing parishioners and friends in large numbers. Funeral services Monday morning drew the largest crowd in the area. many clergy officiated and attended.
Hallettsville mayor W D Timm died Monday afternoon at his home. Funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon.
The Ladies Aid of the Lutheran Church will host an ice cream social on the church lawn Friday night June 22. Everyone is invited to attend this community event.
The Shiner Brewers played at Legion Hospital last Sunday, losing 7 to 9 to Legion. A large local crowd joined by Mr. Spoetzl funded the trip. Players included Benno Holchak, R J Strauss Jr, Otto Turek, and others. Noted attendees praised the journey, luncheon, and hospital tour after the game.
The Blue Bennet Music Club met Friday evening June 1 at the home of Mr and Mrs Joe Muras with president Aline Wolters presiding Eighteen members answered roll call and discussed Tschaikowsky Dor othy Muras elected press reporter to fill the unexpired term of Dorothy Blohm The program featured piano selections Little Cowboy Jim Delphine Draeger Red Roses Earline Kroulik Chatter Duet by Dorothy and Annie Marie Muras Dolls Funeral Maxine Me Kiroy Tap Dance Annie Marie Muras Refreshments were served Guests included Mesdames C B Stratman John Degenhart and daughters The next meeting will be at Maxine McElroys July 6 with substitute reporter
E G Peterson, county treasurer and son of Hallettsville, died at his home about 6 p m Sunday at age 65. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon from the Baptist Church with attendees from Shiner including Mr and Mrs J M Canon Mesdames H H Striebeck C L Williams and Ki G Buske.
Mrs. Wm Zappe and her son Wm Jr and Miss Beatrice returned Friday afternoon from a visit to Dr and Mrs H A Zappe of Mineral Cells.
The American Legion Kolar-Stanek Post hosts a patriotic Flag Day event at Bluecher Park on Sunday June 11. The program opens with Schultz Band at 930 am followed by a Centennial Address by Hon H S Paulus at 1000 am and an 1030 am address by Hon Joseph Weldon Bailey. After lunch at noon Band resumes at 1 pm with another address at 2 pm by Hon Tom F Hunter. Post 3 pm speaker time for candidates if desired. evening dance and groundside supper with refreshments and Shiner beer available. The event emphasizes patriotism over politics.
The United Dr Martin Luther Business Men's Club meets at the church tonight with Sunday School at 9, morning service at 10, and English service at 8 PM conducted by Rev. John Kern of Cuero. W. C. Wolfsdorf invites attendees. At the Royal Cafe, Shiner Business Men's Club holds its regular meeting at 7:30.
Mr and Mrs Alfred Merse and daughter Marion of Houston have been guests of relatives, sharing time with family members during their stay.
Mrs Walter Jaroszewski, Mrs Gus Jaroszewski and their daughter visit Mr and Mrs August Hirsch and family in San Antonio for a week. Miss Winifred Witchell of San Antonio accompanies them on the visit.
The Golden Anniversary of Bunjes school drew many attendees including pioneer teachers William Fertsch and Otto Fisseler. A midday dinner and abundant food under cool shade trees accompanied music by J. J. Schultz orchestra, speeches, and a night dance. An official report was not available but gross receipts reached about $300.
Shinerites award Yoakum's Tom-Tom parade high marks as the opening day dazzled with beauty and the Queen's Coronation. Miss Gertrude Kaspar is honored as Shiner Duchess with Laddie Janecek as her escort. The crowd set a seven year record for attendance in Yoakum's Tom Tom celebrations.
Miss Ann Berckenhoff hosted a bridge luncheon in the Royal Pink and Blue Room on Monday praising Miss Alice Pohler a widely feted bride-elect. Blue and pink decor centered a tilted picture hat with pink roses zinnias and blue cornflowers. Mrs Edwin Pohler won high score and Miss Beatrice Zappe took a cut prize as the hostess presented a remembrance to the honoree.
A community event at Dickson School on June 24 begins with a barbecue at 11 30 am followed by an evening dance. Music by the Otto Sander Orchestra. All candidates are invited to speak as part of the school benefit.
Patek's Orchestra of Shiner placed second in the Yoakum Tom-Tom contest winning a $40 cash prize. About 8 to 10 contestants competed and the group received many congratulations from friends near and far.
Mr and Mrs L G Valenta of San Antonio were guests on Sunday, sharing time with family friends and enjoying a quiet afternoon gathering in the city.
The first community program on the High School Campus was held Wednesday night directed by the Senior Luther League with Miss Hertha Liebhafsky as chairman. Local officials Wm Jaroszewski and L E Denmark spoke and announced the numbers, including music and readings.
The Lutheran Ladies Aid held a June 6 gathering at 3 p.m. in Dr. Martin Luther Church. Rev. Wolfsdorf led devotional services, welcomed members and visitors, and spoke of the Seguin pastors celebration. One new member, Mrs. Bannert, joined. Edna Luedeke performed music. Next meeting moved to July 11 at 3 p.m. A church lawn ice cream social is planned for June 22.
Week end guests at the C B Stratman residence included Mrs P G Schlottman and her daughters, Mrs Glenn Schlottman and daughters, Mrs C Sim and Mrs V Adler from Dallas, noted in local social notes.
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