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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1920
Page
4
Advertisers and correspondents warned no copy accepted after Tuesday noon. The German Socialist Government appears unstable as civil conflict looms nationwide. The revolution in Berlin saw Herr Kopp enter and exit quickly, unsettling the Kaiser and Crown Prince, though it offered a glimmer of hope to them.
The administration Executive Committee had urged the four gubernatorial candidates to stick to national issues and Wilson administration endorsements, but they remain preoccupied with Bailey and bombard him with abuse.
Hallettsville Texas March 19 The grand jury adjourned Wednesday after a session that began Monday afternoon Three bills were returned two ordinary felonies and one misdemeanor Court will adjourn at end of next week marking a very short term in years
Yoakum Texas March 18 at a recent meeting of the Yoakum Building and Loan Association officers for the ensuing term were elected. President Philip Welhausen first vice president J B Harris second vice president E O C Koerth treasurer M A Meyer secretary F N Clifford and directors D J Shall J J Jarsell M C Driscoll J L Sass and R E Herring. Authorized capital five hundred thousand dollars.
W T Miller president of Continental Oil and Coal Company and E N Fleury director of Houston plan oil drilling on the Thompson place about six miles west of town. Drilling will start soon with hopes of a gusher. Annunciation Day notes on the Catholic feast of Conception of Jesus Christ.
A community note invites residents to enjoy fresh fish every Thursday and midday at Crystal Cafe. A casual aside mentions a maratorium and rest room, urging folks to meet and start preparations for the fair Worded as a friendly call to gather and plan for the upcoming event.
The article notes that all actions or decisions are subject to the democratic primaries scheduled for July 1920, with emphasis on how results may influence candidate movements and party positions.
Shiner earned 178 of 393 total points with Hallettsville and rural schools taking 215. The bulk came from athletic events but the literary win in debate was most celebrated by locals. Shiner district reps include Erwin Kempe, Oscar Muecke, Charlie Kasper, Ione Mae Striebeck, and Shelly Canon.
If the Juniors were not barred from the District Meet the following pupils would go for having won first place Edwin Brosch in broad jump Vlasta Turek in the 30 yard dash Wallie Perez in whinning the bar Edwin Mikulik in baseball throw for distance Willie Marcak in running hop skip jump The Totem Pole is becoming sadly mutilated The by word is carry on to the District and then to the State Meet.
The note thanks subscribers renewing since the last report listing Frank Kutach Hamlin Texas W F Wunderlich Shiner Ben BE Eggert Shiner Albert Kubecka Shiner Ed L Menking Shiner John Mackey Shiner Route 2 Emil Novak Shiner Frank Riha Sweet Home R E H Klostermann Shiner Brooms are rising but cheap stock remains with specials at Emil Benardens offering free delivery and a phone contact.
W E Parr announces for Lavaca county attorney as a Democratic candidate in July primaries. A Lavaca native, Parr taught school in Gephart and at Hallettsville High School, studied at Southwest Texas Normal College and the University of Texas, and served in the 344th Field Artillery during World War I.
Ballinger Texas March 17 District Judge Woodward freed two youths on suspended sentences for forgery and burglary, calling the law a hindrance and not enforcement citing it breeds crime and brings more youths to his court seeking mercy. The piece notes the law’s farcical conditions amid local ads for Easter shirts by Wendtland Novak.
The notice confirms the enrollment of Mr. E. H. Klostermann on the subscription list, indicating his inclusion among subscribers.
Easter baskets are scarce but a large shipment has been received at Elkins Store in Yoakum Texas. Prices are 25 30 and 10 and 5 cents for assorted sizes.
Rev A E Rector opens a revival at the Methodist Church on Friday April 9 with Rev Joe F Webb arriving from San Marcos Monday April 12 to assist a week. The pastor urges Christian cooperation and extends an earnest invitation to all to attend.
Mr. T. J. Fitch, the precinct commissioner, was present last Friday to oversee road matters and duties.
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