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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1925
Page
4
The Progressive Farmer recalls Hon. Frank Page praising the plain country mother who scrimped and saved to keep her son in college, noting her joy as he receives his diploma and urging speakers to pray the graduate is worthy of her sacrifice.
The Bay City Tribune explains it refused a well known mail order house’s request for space, arguing the paper stays loyal to town and would benefit local merchants who would gain exposure to vast trade areas. The notice defends advertising and its economic value to local business.
A well known Dallas mail order house proposed large advertising space for 1925 but the offer was declined. The Yorktown News notes that advertising revenue sustains papers, yet community welfare and local reach justify keeping the home paper as the premier medium for reaching buyers despite a dip in patronage.
In Alice, the News relies on a single regular dry goods advertiser while a mail order house offers a lucrative yearly contract. The town’s papers depend on community support, as ads fund fixed weekly costs and irregular orders. The editor has not signed or returned the mail order bid.
The Yorktown News notes the paper declined a mail order house advertisement during the week. It argues that if the mail order house finds space valuable yet is turned down, home merchants should ensure the papers remain vigilant and supportive of local trade.
G W Eschenburg and family with Mr and Mrs E J Henkhaus Mrs Chas Longorio and son Lonnie Busch and wife Emmet Busch and Walter Garbade left Sunday for a two week fishing trip at Junction and vicinity.
Two women named Dot and Bess Lea were reported to have returned to Gonzales on Saturday, marking the latest local movement within the community.
Jos Muras has returned from a vacation trip to Mexico with stories of its culture cuisine and scenery. He shared highlights from his travels including experiences with local traditions and friendly hosts during the visit.
Mr and Mrs E H Kloster man returned Tuesday from Robstown.
Mr and Mrs Wm Zappe and H A Zappe took an auto trip to Houston at the start of the week. Mrs Louis Ehlers was summoned to Yoakum last Friday due to the serious illness of the infant child of Mr and Mrs Walter Ehlers.
Messrs A J Blohm and A J Berckenhoff were called to Houston again this week for further service on the Federal Grand Jury. Mesdames Perry and William Wendtland Sr Wm Dziewas Miss Elsie Dziewas and Victor are spending the week in bath San Antonio and Fierseville.
Victor Freytag of Moulton, Willie Hartman and Raymond Prasatik went on a fishing trip to Priwm's Lake in Smithville on Wednesday.
Mr Frank Hodanek and Miss Adelia were summoned to San Antonio to be at Edwin Hodanek’s bedside after a serious operation. If Edwin recovers, Hodanek plans to proceed to Dallas for the State Convention of Oil Mill Superintendents.
You may have Pellagra if nervousness stomach trouble dizziness constriction sleep loss weight loss raw skin burning feet or despondency. A free booklet The Story of Pellagra explains. Dr W C Rountree of Texarkana Texas endorses his treatment and invites inquiries.
Mrs Pauline Fertsch of Hallettsville is the guest of her daughter Mrs B G Buske. The visit highlights family ties as Mrs Fertsch stays with relatives and shares time with the Buske household.
Mr and Mrs Paul Hagens and their baby from San Antonio are visiting relatives in the area.
Miss Stella Wolters visits her aunt Mrs I E Clark in Schulenburg during a quiet family gathering.
O W Miller notes a slow real estate market with only a few sales listed. Consumers Filling Station transfers to Gus L Elsik who will take charge. Thulemeyer property on Ave D opposite the Methodist Church sold to Rud Chlas tak who will start a small bungalow. A Jackson County farm moves from John Studlar to J B Strouhbal of Hochheim.
Mrs Laura Muecke and her son Werner of Cuero spent Monday in the Walter Muecke home.
Mr and Mrs William Green attended the Bankers Convention in Houston last week, joining colleagues and city residents at theevent in Texas.
Chas S Wiseman of Moulton visited our office Monday morning in friendly fashion.
W L Martin came back Saturday from Marlin noting renewed vigor after sampling the local mineral waters.
Mr and Mrs A Schlottmann of Giddings attend the graduation of their grandson Bernard Stratman. He completes studies at a local school with family present for the ceremony.
Wm Wendtland Jr. returned last weekend from his regular inspection of the Hood Tire District. He completed the routine tour of facilities and reported on standard operations and conditions observed during the visit.
Mesdames Chas. Flato Sr., Clara Hubar and Gabe and Ed win Mewes of Kingsville are visiting relatives.
Miss Annie Louise Plageman returns home for the weekend from Sherman where she studied in the Commercial Department of Kidd-Key College.
Mrs Wm Wendtland Jr and Stella Wolters attended a noon Kiwanis Club luncheon in Cuero on Monday. They were joined by Migs E F Wolters and William III as escorts.
Bass Yoakum offers 1925 ladies hats valued to 5.95 with choice options at 1.00. Limited stock and styles for immediate purchase.
Cuero Record notes a tension between preaching home patronage and carrying mail order advertising. The debate centers on preserving local paper integrity while accepting broader advertising to safeguard financial interests, citing the idea that a national order house check could be as viable as a home newspaper approach.
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