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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1930
Page
7
The recent rain saved the corn crop from drought, boosting expectations for an unprecedented yield. Cotton fields show abundant blossoms with forecasts of a bale per acre in some areas, signaling strong agricultural prospects.
Firestone Tires and Tubes 10 percent off on every tire and tube at 302 Joe's Service Station owned by Joe Adamek Jr. Anti knock gasoline advertised at 18 cents per gallon. Sales pitch emphasizes lower price and discount on tires.
J. F. McKnight, candidate for Lavaca county representative, continues an active campaign visiting Shiner to mingle with voters and solicit support. His announcement appears elsewhere. The paper notes several personal calls and welcomes him as a new subscriber.
The Palace Theatre calls attention to the special picture Only the Brave booked for Sunday and Monday. Be sure to see it.
Mr and Mrs Harry Muecke and their son accompanied by Mrs Otto Muecke left Sunday for a brief vacation in Galveston.
Master C. J. Tomasco and cousin Angeline Krause have been visiting their grandparents in Flatonia. The trip highlights family ties and time spent with relatives in the Texas town, reflecting a common small-town carding of visits.
The many friends of Mrs. Ed Gehrels will be pleased to learn of her continued improvement at Burns Hospital in Cuero.
A farewell party was hosted at Mr. and Mrs. Rud Filip home in honor of Rudy Filip's departure to the Citizens Military Training Camp in San Antonio. Many relatives and friends from Moulton attended. games were played and lunch served around 11, with goodbyes at midnight.
Fred Krause and family spent Sunday in Moulton. A picture you simply can't miss. Only the Brave will be shown at Palace Theatre Sunday and Monday.
County Agent Parks Treptow notes 4-H members pork gains with Marvin Treptow adding 1.2 pounds daily since March 9 and 1.93 pounds daily from May 22 to June 7 as pigs fed on a dry lot with protein supplement and corn. Edwin Rinehart’s 165 white Leghorn hens lead May egg production at 3570 eggs averaging 21.6 per hen, with Spaniel’s 318 Leghorns laying 6516 eggs in May at 20.48 each and 72-cent daily profit after feed costs for a month.
Miles back to Spokane under its own power. Many police departments praise the Ford for quick acceleration and easy control in crowded traffic. Fleet owners note its economy of operation. The Ford achieved strong showings in Germany, France, Italy, six of seven top places in Finland, and first and second in Rafaela races in Argentina.
Miss Roxie Veree Buske returns to Austin to enter the University for the summer after visiting home folks. Miss Lillian Fehrenkamp, chief operator of the local telephone exchange, vacations in Meyersville. Miss Louise Helwig arrived from Houston to visit home folks.
Special attraction Only the Brave plays at the Palace this Sunday and Monday. Admission is 10 cents for children and 35 cents for adults.
Mr and Mrs William Zappe and Miss Beatrice departed Monday morning for San Antonio and Winters With Winters as a base Mr Zappe will continue his business trip to Lubbock Tahoka and Wilson, totaling a multi city itinerary with distinct stops and engagements.
Billy Plageman accompanied the William Zappe family as far as Winters Monday, where he was met by his sister Mrs. Paul Faulkner of Abilene. They plan to spend the summer together.
Superintendent Leslie departed last week for Austin to attend the State University and pursue further work on his Master's Degree. He plans to continue graduate studies as part of his professional development.
Before leaving on vacation, buy a box of Coty face powder and receive a 65 cent Coty perfume flacon free. Shiner Drug Co. 30-2.
Mr and Mrs Dickson Green and Mrs Wm Green are spending the week in Houston. Mr and Mrs Thomas Hughs and daughter Patricia Mae have returned home after visiting relatives in Houston and Boling.
Mrs Annie Mewes, who had spent a month visiting in San Antonio, returned home Tuesday of last week.
Miss Emita Nagel of Cuero was a guest of Mrs. E G Buske last week.
E. J. Henkhaus and his wife, residents of Houston, were recent guests of relatives, sharing time with family during their visit.
The State Press Association review will be presented next week, with details about findings and implications pending. Officials urge members to prepare questions and participate in the upcoming session.
Mr and Mrs Marcus Schwartz and their son traveled with J Fr Mc Knight on a business trip to Shiner on Sunday.
Miss Ella Strattman departed Thursday for San Antonio to enjoy a vacation, planning to visit sights and relax away from home.
Mrs Alvina Wolters and Maxie returned from Houston on Monday. They were away for several days, returning refreshed.
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