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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1936
Page
3
All hail to Dad as king for a day on the longest Sunday. The Tom Tom festival earned community support from Shiner, whose generosity helped its centennial success. Shiner will host its Fair June 24 to 27, inviting continued neighborly participation.
On June sixteenth at about 10 30 A M the Fair committee will be in Yoakum to extend an official invitation to the people to take part in and enjoy their fair the following week. Yoakum is asked to extend a cordial welcome and assure hearty cooperation to ensure the fair’s success as it deserves.
Public invitation to visit the Pan American Life Insurance Co booth at the Shiner Fair. Make this booth your head quarters and meet friends there. Jos Muras, Agent. Mr and Mrs Steve Diller and family of Orange Grove were guests of Mrs Aug Schramm Sunday.
Shiner Drug Co offers shaving creams safety razors blade sets and bill folds for dad with a range of grooming and personal care items advertised for Father’s Day shoppers.
Miss Mae Hughs departed last Thursday afternoon for Houston. The trip details and purpose were not disclosed.
I purchased the Oil Mill Machine Shop and Garage business and leased the building and equipment, continuing under the Oil Mill Garage name. I thank former patrons and seek continued support from old customers while welcoming new ones with efficient service for all makes of cars.
J. Valenta offers a 1938 Chevrolet Master six wheel coach with built in trunk and four new General tires. Original paint, upholstery shows no wear, six cylinder motor runs smoothly. Terms available through Smith Motor Company in Gonzales Texas.
In my new line of business as agent for Sinclair Oil Co I solicit your patronage I hold the Shiner Moulton territory and will appreciate your business in all Sinclair products Fred C Krause.
For sale a 1934 Master Chevrolet Coach with good upholstery and rubber. Original flawless paint and knee action smooth ride. Powered by a 72 horsepower motor. Terms offered by Smith Motor Company in Gonzales Texas.
Westphal Service Station announces dining options during the Fair offering hamburgers and short orders, ice cold beer and iced drinks with curb service at all times.
The Oil Mill Machine Shop and Garage sold its stock to John E. Valenta and rented the building to him as a thank you for 25 years of patronage. The notice also advertises for sale a 19383 Master Coach Chevrolet with near mint upholstery and flawless paint, featuring a built in trunk and new rubber, inviting trade ins as down payments.
A card from Fred C Krance thanks numerous friends and customers from Wolters Bros. Co. for years of friendship and says valued relationships will continue in a new line of service. He adds a note promoting the film Mr. Deeds Goes To Town for good clean comedy.
Franz Seidenberger Deceased born March 28 1867 in Austria. He settled in Schulenburg then moved to Shiner in 1908 where he lived on a farm until his death after a brain hemorrhage on April 1. Survived by wife Pauline and children John Frank Robert Albert Henry Justina Annie Joe Helen 28 grandchildren one great grandchild two sons Adolph and Rudolph preceded in death. Funeral at Shiner Catholic Church conducted by Rt Rev Msgr Netardus with St Josephs Verein and Catholic Knights of America pallbearers named.
A note urges attendance at the fair and highlights Mr Deeds who plans a lavish town visit with twenty million dollars to spend. The emphasis is on the event and the prominent figure.
The Weeklong program at the Methodist Church directed by Rev. Guyon and aided by teachers and Rev. Burns concluded with a Saturday picnic. Sunday exhibited were seventy five items including framed pictures vases and flower pots, reflecting community praise for Rev. Guyon’s leadership.
The Midway Home Demonstration club met at Mrs. John Baros home with strong attendance. Minutes by Miss Viasta Schovassa approved. Club to display both club and individual exhibits at the Shiner Fair June 5 and 6, pantry shown valued at $124.92 feeding a family of five for a year. A $25 cash prize was awarded jointly to two clubs. Mrs. John Marek elected delegate to A&M Short Course in July. Mrs. Albert Muenich as substitute. Next meeting June 26 at Mrs. Albert Muenich home. Miss Morgan to attend. Also notes Father’s Day gift idea and local visits. FOR SALE- 1931 Chevrolet Coupe offered by Smith Motor Company Gonzales Texas. Rev. J. W. Burns on vacation leave.
Joe Havel Jr of Bunjes 4H Club attended Hallettsville Rotary Club after winning first place in the County Club pig projects. An unrelated ad notes a FOR SALE 1932 Ford V-8 Deluxe Sedan with good upholstery and payment terms.
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