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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1966
Page
4
An editorial reflection on the meaning of Independence Day, noting the historical origins of the Declaration and Jefferson's ideals. It warns that fireworks and highway accidents caused more injuries and deaths than the Revolutionary War and urges a safe, sane celebration to preserve freedom.
Mrs. Peck Welhausen hosted a six o'clock dinner at Swank Restaurant last Tuesday evening. Guests included Edwin Holchak and family from Kenedy, Edwin Holchak Jr. with Roberto Conta of New York, the Holchak family of San Antonio, Dr. Robert J. Wagner party with children, Rudie Valenta, Debra Bozka, Glade and Mary Welhausen, and George Minear family all of Shiner. Also visiting were Johnnie Van Cura and Glen William from Lake Jackson with Albert Duke family, and John Haverda party from New Braunfels with Albert Haverda and Roger Preiss families.
The family expresses gratitude for kindness shown during illness and at the passing of Mrs Mary Schroeder. Thanks to doctors, nurses, St Johns Lutheran Ladies Aid, hospital staff, sitters, clergy, musicians, Freund Funeral Home, pallbearers, mass offerings, flowers, food, and all who offered sympathy. May God bless you all.
The Poetry Society of Texas named Sonja Fortik as Counselor for the Lavaca County area. Organized in 1921, it has over 500 members with headquarters in Dallas. The Dallas meetings run October through June, and the group awards more than 1500 dollars annually across contests.
A patient expresses heartfelt gratitude to Doctors Patrick and John D. Wagner Dr Bauer and the nursing staff at Dr Frank Wagner Memorial Hospital. Special thanks to Father Charles Carolan and Father John J Hanacek for sacraments and prayers, and to visitors, flower and card contributors, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Sedlmeyer for the Gazette, and neighbors for assistance.
Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative re-elected three board members at its annual meeting held at Apache Stadium. Lukas Janak L D Cook and Richard Tolle retained seats with Tolle defeating Allan Biegert 448 to 84. About 2000 attendees heard Jim Wiggins address the crowd Mrs William Grahmann won the attendance prize electric range and two resolutions were adopted.
The notice lists Holy Mass, confessions, and service times for Shiner area churches including Catholic, Methodist, United Dr. Martin Luther, and Shiner Baptist. It notes parish events, pastors, and recent town visitors such as Mrs Marthalynn Fry and Mr Otto Ladewig with social exchanges linked to local churches.
Congratulations to Mr and Mrs Daniel Jasek of Moulton on the birth of a baby boy Monday June 27 at Frank Wagner Memorial Hospital. He weighs eight pounds eight ounces. Parents and family announced the good news.
Mr and Mrs Edwin Stluka thank the Shiner Volunteer Fire Department for a fast response and excellent work when wires on their car caught fire. They commend the department as highly efficient and express sincere gratitude.
Edwin E Stanek expresses thanks to doctors Dennis and Patrick Wagner and the nursing staff at Frank Wagner Memorial Hospital for care. He acknowledges Fathers John J Hanacek and Charles Carolan for visits and prayers and thanks relatives friends and Mr and Mrs Lee Sedlmeyer for the Gazette.
The Kurtz Family expresses heartfelt thanks for kindnesses received from relatives and friends during the illness and death of their father William B Kurtz. Special gratitude to Doctors John Dennis Patrick and Robert J Wagner and the hospital staff for care. Appreciation also to priests and funeral home staff and all who offered prayers flowers Mass offerings food and sympathy.
Mr. and Mrs. Otto Remmers celebrate their thirty-fifth wedding anniversary with a Saturday gathering at the Remmers home. A barbecue supper and 35th cake honor the couple as pastors Menke and Eilers lead a devotional service. Out-of-town guests arrive from Nordheim Kenedy Taft and many more, with extended family present from Shiner Victoria Llano McAllen and Norway guest Hans Lehne.
Industrial Fire Department schedules a July 4 barbecue at LaSalle Hall with events starting at 2 p.m. featuring Edna Polka Boys. dinner at 5 p.m. and a dance to close the celebration. The item highlights community merriment and holiday entertainment.
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