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Newspaper

Shiner Gazette

Location

Shiner, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1930

Page

5

Campaign to Fight Gopher Plague in Lavaca County

In the week starting May 6 a countywide campaign against the gopher pest will be launched in Lavaca County. L C Whitehead of the U S Department of Agriculture will assist in organizing and starting the effort. A gross of traps will be offered at cost, with communities coordinating meetings at farmers’ premises for demonstrations on trap placement. Farmers with gophers should contact their County Agent in Hallettsville to set up a county program.

Lavaca L. C. Whitehead Bureau of Biological Survey U. S. Department of Agriculture Lavaca County Whitehead Hallettsville

Miss Annie Stuter Returns to San Marcos Studies

Miss Annie Stuter has returned to San Marcos and resumed her studies at State Teacher's College.

PSPS Sassecsess Annie Stuter San Marcos State Teacher’s College

Pep and power that beat the world headline

Mrs Minnie Pfuhl of Moulton was a business visitor to Shiner last Wednesday. Prest O Lite Battery Oil Mill Garage credits and mentions Pep and power beating the world in a historic context.

Minnie Pfuhl Moulton Shiner

For Sale 1927 Whippet Coach and 1928 Chevrolet Imperial

Classified note lists a 1927 Whippet Coach in two tone Duco with terms from Smith Motor Co Gonzales Texas and a 1928 Chevrolet Imperial Landau Sedan in city use condition with paint and upholstery renewed and runs like new. Also mentions Mrs Wi Green and Mrs Julius Dreyer traveling to San Antonio Mineral Wells Battle of Flowers Fiesta week and Miss Tillie Schuette accompanying home.

Smith Motor Co Gonzales Texas Julius Dreyer San Antonio Tillie Schuette

1927 Ford Truck For Trade In And Exchange

Classified notes report a 1927 Ford truck with cab and stake body, heavy duty rubber, new battery and in extra good condition. Also listed are exchange offers for Touring or Roadster. Other items include meat price ranges, hot barbecue Saturdays at Richters Market, and social notices about Mr D Garbade Sr. visiting town after illness. Also mentions State Medical Convention in Mineral Wells, baby chick sale at Shiner Hatchery, and Mrs Earl Fry returning from Gonzales visit.

For Sale Special 1928 Chevrolet Cabriolet

Classified notice offering a 1928 Chevrolet Cabriolet with rumble seat and ball crank bumper. Convertible top in good condition and nearly new rubber. Noted as a good buy and must be seen to be appreciated. Terris. Mr and Mrs J H Huebner and Mr and Mrs E J Muecker visited relatives in Texas City and Houston during a Galveston trip.

Terris J. H. Huebner E. J. Muecker Galveston Texas City Houson

Mrs Isolda Macha Returns Home After Flat Onia Visit

Mrs Isolda Macha came home last Saturday from Flat Onia. Commencement season and June weddings approach. Vacation trips ahead. We offer cards to attach to gifts or flowers and business cards for traveling.

Isolda Macha Flatonia

1928 Chevrolet Standard Sedan for Gonzales buyer

1928 Chevrolet Standard Sedan in perfect shape finish in new blue black Duco. Casing like new and fully equipped. An unusually serviceable family car offered by Smith Motor Co of Gonzales Texas.

Smith Motor Co Gonzales Texas

Mrs Sophia Amsler Visiting at Son’s Home

Mrs Sophia Amsler is a guest in the home of her son C UC Amsler and wife.

Sophia Amsler C. UC Amsler

New Way to Wash Hair Stops Dandruff

C C Anisler of Shiner Texas promotes Fitch's Dandruff Remover Shampoo promising to dissolve dandruff and dirt during washing. The ad cites regular and size prices and guarantees results from a local druggist.

Fitch C. C. Anisler Shiner Texas

Reverend Fraser Guest at Mayor Runk's Home Sunday

Rev H G Fraser visited the home of Mayor Runk on Sunday as a guest, sharing time in the mayor's residence.

H. G. Fraser Runk Sunday

Doctor Puller Returns to Office to Resume Duties

A phone call from Dr. A. L. Puller reports he is again at his office and ready to resume professional duties, signaling a return to active service after recent events.

Dr. A. L. Puller Press

1930 Model A Ford Coach for sale in Gonzales Texas

Advertisement notes a near new 1930 Model A Ford Coach with full equipment and minimal use, promising the same benefits as a new car. Mentions a correction to a Wolters Bros Co ad about Packard Shoes pricing and invites readers to read their "Specials." Also offers reduced baby chick prices at Shiner Hatchery every Tuesday or by calling ring 57.

Wolters Bros. Co Packard Shiner Hatchery

Mr and Mrs Strauss Attend Dr Victor Strauss Events

Mr and Mrs R J Strauss visited Hallettsville and Rosenberg last week to attend events surrounding Dr Victor Strauss running a program or advocacy activity. The notes indicate a family presence tied to Dr Strauss during a regional outing.

R. J. Strauss Hallettsville Rosenburg Victor Strauss

Dolezal case retracted claim clearing Zacharias

Mr Frank Kloesel reports new developments in the Frank Dolezal case after last week’s Gazette publication. Sheriff Hou Chins brought the prisoner to Shiner where he was grilled and then admitted to the charges. He exonerated Henry Zacharias regarding involvement in the wool sale at Flatonia. The Gazette is pleased to publish this retraction and clarification.

Frank Kloesel Frank Dolezal Houchins Shiner Canon Henry Zacharias Flatonia Gazette

1927 Ford Sedan in Excellent Condition

Classic 1927 Ford sedan described as well cared for with a smoothly running tuned motor. Tires and body are reported in excellent shape. Terms are offered.

Mrs Win Dziewas Returns Home After Absence

Mrs Win Dziewas returned home after several months away from Path Floresville San Antonio and Yoakum in a extended absence report noting her recovery and reunion with family.

Win Dziewas Path Floresville San Antonio Yoakum

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Arrowhead C. B. Welhausen & Co the Quality Store Bonorden’s Grocery Gonzales, Texas Durell Miller State Bank Building Karasek Spoetzl Brewery & Ice Ummelmann Wi Green Mineral Wells W.L. Martin Mr. D. Garbade Sr Richters Market Mrs F. M. Wagner Earl Fry Walter Kokernot Palace Theatre Conrad Nagel Leila Hyams Margaret Wycherly Metro-Goldwyn- Mayer Graham McNamee Zane Grey Paramount Mary Brian Frederic March Paramount All Talking The First National Bank of Shiner Tims Central Power and Light Company Ice Central Power and Light Company CENTRAL POWER LIGHT_ COMPANY Wm. Macha Hajek Brothers Meat
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