Weather musings and historic freezes echo through Lavaca
The piece blends personal notes on weather and its effects with memories of extreme cold. It recalls a 12 degree below zero 1894 South Texas spell, cites 1916 as another harsh winter, and mentions global cold events from Edmonton to Rome. It also references recent travel and local grief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rio Grande
Texas
Houston
Texarkana
East Pakistan
Philippines
California
Lubbock
Corpus Christi
Rio Grande Valley
Jerry Zimmerman
Channel V
San Antonio
Europe
Edmonton
Alberta
Canada
Rome
Italy
Stitching Two Families in Shiner Wedding of Klekar Lasseter
Miss Andrea Jeanne Klekar and Gene Lyonell Lasseter exchanged vows May 30 1971 at Saint Cyril and Methodius Church Shiner officiated by Rev Patrick Marron. Attendants included Miss Gayle Biehunke organist and singers Mrs Rudy Hrndrik Jr. of Gonzales. The gown featured white voile with lace pearls and empire waist while attendants wore yellow crepe gowns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrea Jeanne Klekar
Paul A. Klekar
Shiner
Gene Lyonell Lasseter
Howard Lasseter
Fort Worth
Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church
Patrick Marron
Gonzales
Schubert
Carol Pankratz
Austin
Barbara Comisky
Houston
Dior
Dennis Stacy
Kerry Lasseter
Dennis Elekar
Victor Novak
Yoakum
Nailers Beat Cowboys In 14-5 League Baseball Game
In UTILe League action on Monday June 14 the Nailers defeated the Cowboys 14 to 5. Pitcher Steve Boedeker went the distance allowing 3 hits while fanning 13 and issuing 12 walks as his team rolled to victory with strong hitting from Boedeker and teammates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nailers
Jer
Mark Caka
Steve Boedeker
Mike Stanley
Cowboys
Gary Machacek
F. Mayberry
Randy Schaefer
Royals
Dodgers
Michael Mozisek
William Mozisek
Carlton Mathis
Fanning
Willard Mathis
Dodger
James Blaschke
C. Mathis
Bobby Finch
W. Mathis
Dennis Kaspar
R. Warren
David Blaschke
Jonathan Petry
Joey
Bobby Patek
Ted Helweg
W. Mozisek
Earl Schacherl
Red Sox
Hellcats
David Boedeker
Ronald Harabis
Jack Kremling
Tim
Ronnie Kresta
James Simper
D. Taylor
Astros
Braves
Gary Benes
Moundsman
Kermit Price
Price
Benes
Astro
Thomas Welfel
Douglas Marek
Scott Michalec
Donald Hajek
Gonzales Flatonia Market Reports in June 1971 summaries
Market notes from Gonzales and Flatonia Texas dated June 19 and June 21 1971 show cattle and hogs on hand and sale results. Reports list counts by class and price ranges for packer cows bulls stocker calves and hogs with weekly comparisons and short social notes on local visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gonzales
Texas
Flatonia
J. R. Stueber
Renton
Wash
John Raymond Stueber
James Drabek
Jason
Charles A. Drabek
Marianne Zimmerman
Ad. Drabek
Ernie Winkler
Sam McCormick
Raymond Stindt
Victoria
Wm. Buesing
Affianced Couple Honored With Dinner
A dinner at the home of Mr and Mrs Thomas Hughs honored bride elect Rosa Lynn McKay and her fiance Daniel Nevada both of Houston on Saturday June 19 1971 Guests included Mrs John Nevada Carol Pat Hutson A J Jaks and Mr and Mrs Guy McKay The menu featured fried chicken potato salad slaw giblet rice and strawberry chiffon pie A stainless steel carving set was given to the couple Also a note states that 120 men accompanied Columbus when he discovered America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Hughs
Rosa Lynn McKay
Daniel Nevada
Houston
Hughs
John Nevada
Carol
Pat Hutson
Southwest Texas State University
San Marcos
A. J. Jaks
Guy McKay
July 4 Hospital Project Seeks Community Help
A local appeal titled The Great American Beer asks residents to support the July 4 Hospital Project. Details outline funding, volunteering, and event dates across July.
KJZT Society Holds June Meeting in Parish Gym
The KJZT Society met Sunday June 13 at 1 p.m. with 33 members. Minutes were approved, treasurer reported, and routine business transacted. Cheer cards were sent to Mrs. Emilie Vrazel and Mrs. Otilia Zissa. Dawn Marie Vancura joined as a new D.O. member. Msgr. Hanacek urged attendance at the June 27 Czech Mass in connection with a National Alliance of Texas Czech Catholics meeting. Attendance prizes went to Mrs. Marie Dusek and Mrs. Georgie Chumchal. Next meeting set for July 15 at 8 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kjzt Society
Emilie Vrazel
Otilia Zissa
D.O
Dawn Marie Vancura
Ronnie Vancura
John Hanacek
National Alliance of Texas
Marie Dusek
Georgie Chumchal
Also Mentioned on This Page
Shiner Gazette
The
MKS
Lee J. Sedlmeyer
P. O. Box
Rexas
Lavaca County
Chas, Chovanetz
Marianne Zimmermann
Mrs
B. J. Zimmermann
August Winkenwerder
Patrick Wagner
Clifford C. Grosenbacher
Buffington Funeral Home
Dahlberg Electronics, Inc
Damlserg
Brookhill
New Braunfels
Zio
Se. Chestnut
P. O
Shiner Hearing Center
Williford Drug
Glenn Fletcher
Dahlberg
Miss A. Klekar
Gene L. Lasseter
Ner
VFW
Shiner High School
University of Texas
Fort Worth High School
Hampton Road
Dan and
Ernie
Gene
Derwin Bruns
Preston Price
Gonzales-Flatonia
Southwestern Bell
Columbus
America
Jax
Africa
Farmers Insurance Group
Charlie Janota, Jr
Marvin J. Adamek
Slab Bacon
Adolphus
Folger’s
Sauerkraut
Can
Oleo
Hormel
del Monte
R.C. Cola
Star Grocery
Shiner, Texas
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