Buick Car Completes World Journey Driven by Many
A Buick Standard Six Touring, departed New York in December 1924 and, unaccompanied by mechanics, traveled with about 350 drivers through Europe, Egypt, India, Australia, New Zealand, and back toward the United States. The feat aimed to prove Buick service guarantees travel to remote places and endurance of diverse handling.
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Buick
New York City
York City
Australia
New Zealand
Honolulu
San Francisco
United States
Detroit
Flint
New York
Mich
Atlantic
Liverpool
London
Amsterdam
Europe
Brussels
Paris
Mediterranean
Marseilles
France
Port Said
Egypt
Cairo
Suez
Palestine
Beirut
Damascus
Bagdad
Nairn Transport Company
Ceylon
Perth
Adelaide
Melbourne
Albury
Sydney
Kenilworth Castle
Warwick
England
New York Herald
Additional Locals DeWitt Nowlin Home From Houston Visit
DeWitt Nowlin returns home after a business trip to Houston. Mr and Mrs Hepier occupy the new rent bungalow of C C Amsler.
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DeWitt Nowlin
Houston
H.H. Hepier
C. C. Amsler
Roy Canon Spends Sunday With Family Then Returns to San Marcos
Roy Canon spent Sunday with his family and returned to San Marcos Monday, outlining a simple weekend routine and travel plan.
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Roy Canon
San Marcos
Bum and Williams Families Report Sunday Visit
Mr and Mrs Emil Bum of Schulenburg visited Mrs C L Williams Sunday.
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Emil Bum
Gartner of
Schulenburg
C. L. Williams
Rev. J C A Pfenninger Convalesces After Mumps Attack
Reverend J C A Pfenninger has recovered from an attack of mumps and is convalescing at his home. The community notes his return to health after a period of illness.
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J. C. A. Pfenninger
Hajek and Polak Return From Magic Valley and Mexico
Ernst Hajek and A. E. Polak are home from a trip to the Magic Valley region and Mexico, returning with experiences and stories from their travels.
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Ernst Hajek
A. E. Polak
Magic Valley
Mexico
Irene Turk Heads to Baylor for Summer School
Miss Irene Turk departed Sunday to attend Baylor University for a summer session.
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Irene Turk
Baylor University
Miller and Runk Spotted in San Antonio Early Week
O. W. Miller and Herbert Runk were seen in San Antonio the first of the week, indicative of possible business or social engagements. Their visit underscores ongoing regional activity and relations with local firms.
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O. W. Miller
Herbert Runk
San Antonio
Wendtland and Mrs Wendtland Visit Victoria on Sunday
P A Wendtland and his wife of Yoakum along with Miss Louise Thulemeyer spent Sunday in Victoria for a brief social excursion with friends and local acquaintances noting a pleasant day away from home.
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P. A. Wendtland
Yoakum
Louise Thulemeyer
Victoria
Quebedaux Visits Gazette Office as Old Resident
M. E. Quebedaux, formerly living in this section, made a welcome call at the Gazette office on Monday, greeting staff and sharing a friendly update on his whereabouts.
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M. E. Quebedaux
Gazette Office
Wendiland Family Visited Floresville Sunday
Wm. Wendiland Jr. and wife and Wm. Wendiland Sr. spent Sunday in Floresville at the Charles Sandford home, sharing a day with relatives and neighbors.
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Wm. Wendiland Jr
Wm. Wendiland Sr
Floresville
Chas. Sandford
Remmers Family Visit From Nordheim Admiring Local Paper
H. E. Remmers and family of Nordheim visited relatives and appeared well after a long illness. They renewed their allegiance to the old home town paper during the visit.
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H. E. Remmers
Nordheim
Mr. Remmers
Legion Meeting Sets Delegates and Fund Drive
American Legion met on Wednesday night June 10 with forty members present. Delegates were chosen for the District Convention in Victoria June 14 and early fund appeal discussed. The group has raised half of Shiner's $360 widows and orphans Endowment Fund goal, with $180 still needed from the public. Nearby towns have already contributed.
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Legion
Victoria
Shiner
Dayton Thorobred tires and tubes at Highway Filling Station
A local ad urges lasting tire satisfaction with Dayton Thorobred tires and tubes in all sizes. It promotes low pressure cords and balloons, claiming durable quality and an unqualified guarantee. The notice is from Emil L. Balusek, proprietor, Highway Filling Station 33.
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Dayton
Emil L. Balusek
Teachers Take Examinations In Shiner Area
In Hallettsville on June 5 and 6, teachers from Shiner applied for advanced certificates. Candidates include Elementary Second Miss Helen Stuter, Permanent Primary Mrs. Myrtle Brosch, Permanent Sisters M. Alphonso, M. Ludmila, Petra Kulhanek, and Miss Alma Canon.
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Shiner
Hallettsville
Helen Stuter
Myrtle Brosch
M. Alphonso
M. Ludmila
Petra Kulhanek
Alma Canon
Othold's Orchestra at Bluecher Park Dance Night
A Sunday night dance at Bluecher Park on June 21 features Othold's Orchestra with good music on a fine maple floor. Refreshments will be on the ground and everybody is invited.
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Othold
Road Bonds Carry In Election In Road District No 2
The $150000 road bond proposal carried with over two thirds in Road District No 2. The statewide tally shows Hallettsville Firefall 808 for 45 against, Hallettsville Courthouse 190 for 45 against, Worthing 59 for 54 against, Rocky 35 for 60 against. The first bond issue in 1919 was 200000 with 476 for and 81 against.
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Hallettsville
Worthing
Rocky
Will Have New City Hall Bond Issue Passes
The $20,000 city bond issue for a new city hall was approved by a large majority in yesterday’s election. The results show 230 votes for the bonds and 430 against, with a total of 328 votes polled.
Reward Offered For Dumping Roadside Trash Near Green School
A reward of 10 dollars is offered for information leading to the prosecution of individuals dumping trash and scrap iron on the road into a field near Green School. The notice seeks any tips identifying the culprits and their actions.
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E. Hertz Department Store
Yoakum, Texas
Witt and
Lavaca
Malkinsons
Lebanon
Basra
Persian Gulf
Bombay
India
Agra
Calcutta
American Legion Meeting
Bluecher Park
Morrow
Old Sweet Home
New Era
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