Pavliska-Netardus Wedding at St Marys Church
A quiet May 27 ceremony at St Marys Church united Agnes Dorothy Netardus and Henry Albert Pavliska with Rt Rev Monsignor L P Netardus presiding. The bride wore white satin with wreath and veil, and bouquets of white carnations. groom wore a dark brown suit. Witnesses included Dr L P Netardus and Lucas Stalla Jr. Flower girls were Marie Netardus and Christina Pavliska. Relatives shared dinner and supper at the bride's parents home. the couple will reside with Mrs Chas Netardus.
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St. Mary’s Church
Monsignor
L. P. Netardus
Agnes Dorothy Netardus
Henry Albert Pavliska
J. A. Pustka
Anton Netardus
Wied
Bohuslav Pavliska
Pleasanton
Lucas’ Stalla Jr
Marie Netardus
Christina Pavliska
Chas Netardus
Darilek Krueger Nuptials at Catholic Rectory
On Wednesday at 7 p m Rt Rev Mons Netardus united Kasper Darilek and Edith Krueger in marriage at the Catholic rectory. The bride wore navy blue. Witnesses were Aug Etlinger and wife of Moulton. A reception followed at the home of Jake Kurtz in Newlyn Park with best wishes for a long, happy life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mons. Netardus
Kasper Darilek
Joseph Darilek
Edith Krueger
J. M. Krueger
Aug. Etlinger
Moulton
Jake Kurtz
Newlyn Park
Membaer Eagles
Ancient and Modern Mesmerism Denounced Lesson-Sermon
Christian Science services announce Sunday June 2 at 11 am for all churches with the Lesson Sermon on Ancient and Modern Necromancy Mesmerism and Hypnotism denounced The Golden Text cites Jeremiah 20 13 praising the Lord for delivering the poor from evildoers in a period voice and church program tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Churches of Christ
Scientist
Lenten Invitation at United Dr Martin Luther Church
Sunday School 9 a m Divine Service 10 a m German Luther League 7 30 p m Ladies Aid Wednesday 3 p m The Gospel Lesson warns that excuses to avoid duty are futile God will not accept them and his Kingdom continues The note closes with thanks for sympathy and mentions Rev Richard Schuetze
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther League
Richard Schuetze
Sunday Services at First Baptist Church
Sunday School at 10 a m led by T H McDonald. Sermon at 11 a m by the Pastor. Training Union at 7 p m with Mrs Rayford Harris. Sermon at 8 p m by the Pastor. Midweek service Wednesday at 8 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
Patek Couple Return From Corpus Christi Outing
Mr and Mrs Jos Patek and their party returned Wednesday from a several days outing spent in Corpus Christi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos. Patek
Corpus Christi
Red Cross appeals for immediate war relief funds
The American Red Cross urges nationwide donations to meet a ten million dollar minimum for crisis relief after invasions across Holland Belgium and Luxembourg. Lavaca County’s share is 750 dollars. The appeal emphasizes aid for civilians and refugees in Poland Hungary Romania Latvia Lithuania England France Finland Norway and other war-affected areas.
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American Red Cross
Poland
Hungary
Roumania
Latvia
Lithuania
England
France
Finland
Norway
Red Cross
Lavaca County
America
Red Cross Societies
Europe
Corpus Christi Celebration at Sts Cyril and Me thodius
The Corpus Christi festival at Sts Cyril and Methodius Church was held as an annual custom. Rt Rev Mons Netardus and Father Bily led the services. Four outdoor altars were decorated and many flower girls participated in the procession with music by Patek's band.
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Sts. Cyril and Methodius Church
Mons
Netardus
Father Bily
Patek
Shiner Cubs Meet Friday at City Hall
The Shiner Cubs will meet Friday at 7 30 PM at City Hall. Mr E C Newman Field Scout Executive of Yoakum will attend to assist the pack with summer activities. All Cub members are urged to attend this Friday and every last Friday of each month.
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Shiner Cubs
E. C. Newman
Yoakum
Shiner Pack
Farmers pay for plow up rechecks in 1940
The Texas State AAA Committee requires overplanted cotton farmers in 1940 to pay for a recheck of their cotton acreage after plowing under. The County Committee sets the recheck cost at $1.00 per farm for 1940, payable to the Secretary of the County AAC before a recheck is performed. G. E. Jaehne, Secretary.
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Texas State A. A. A
G. E. Jaehne
Former Shuver Editor Guest of Mrs McCarty
Mrs Ella E Lane of Shiner visited Mrs Bruce McCarty this week. Lane formerly published the Shiner Gazette and now teaches Expression. A longtime friend of Mrs McCarty and the late Headlight editor, she will assist with the publication for several weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shuver
McCarty
Ella E. Lane
Shiner
Bruce McCarty
Lane
Shiner Gazette
That City
Eagle Lake
Visitor from Shiner Addresses Seventh Grade Exercisers
During Thursday night’s commencement, Supt Reed introduced guest Mrs Eila E Lane of Shiner, who spoke at the class four years ago. She was present as guest of Mrs Bruce McCarty, an unusual coincidence for the occasion per the Eagle Lake Headlight.
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Supt. Reed
Eila E. Lane
Shiner
Bruce McCarty
Eagle Lake
Praha Downs Shiner 4-3 In Tight Ball Game
Praha edged Shiner 4-3 as both teams collected seven hits each. H Janak led Praha with two hits while Martin Baros and Edmund Baros added two apiece. E Janik allowed seven hits and three runs on the mound, and Little Field yielded seven hits and four runs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiner
Praha
H. Janak
Martin Baros
Edmund Baros
E. Janik
Littlefield
Dickson Farmers League Holds May Meeting
The Dickson Branch of the Farmers League met Tuesday May 14 with a large crowd. State President Theo Golsch and State Representative Paul Boethel spoke to the audience and were well received. After adjournment attendees enjoyed a lunch prepared by the ladies. The next meeting is scheduled for July 9. Dickson is 75 members strong.
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Dickson
The
Farmers League
Theo Golsch
Paul Boethel
Wm Wendtland III Spends Weekend at Home
Wm Wendtland III of Rockdale spent the weekend with homefolks, enjoying time with family and catching up on local news.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Wendtland III
Rockdale
Red Cross Branch Chairman Contribution Note
A line noting contributions to Mrs Elo Wol ters of Shiner as Branch Chairman for the American Red Cross.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elo Wolters, Shiner
American Red Cross
Tragic Car Crash Kills Shiner Youth Daniel Cizek
Daniel Joseph Cizek 15 dies after a Buick overturns near Shiner on the Hallettsville highway. His companion Donald Schuetze survives serious injuries. both rushed to Renger Hospital Hallettsville. Daniel was a Shiner High junior, loved in the community, with funeral held at Shiner Catholic Church.
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Shiner
Hallettsville
Donald Schuetze
R. Schuetze
Daniel Joe Cizek
Ludwig Cizek
Renger
Young Cizek
Donald
Daniel Cizek
Daniel
F. O. Beck
Daniel Joseph
Our City
Shiner Catholic
Father Bily
Burnell Fischner
Lawrence Beal
Edgar Findeisen
Steve Muchalec
Wilbert Bender
Calvin Krause
Joe Cizek
Agnes Cizek
Shiner High School
Moulton
Houston
Gonzales
Schulenburg
Victoria
Madisonville
Mallettsville
Sadler Day Set For Sunday June 2 At Henkhaus
Jerry Sadler Day will be observed Sunday June 2 at Henkhaus with a free stew dinner and address at 11 a m. The event features the Sters with Leon Huff and Lew Childre, Patek’s Band providing music, and benefits Evergreen School.
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Jerry Sadler
Henkhaus
Stringsters
Leon Huff
Lew Childre
Pateks
Evergreen School
St Elizabeth's Society Elects Officers at Parish Hall Meeting
The St Elizabeth's Society held a Sunday meeting at the Parish Hall. Officers elected include President Mrs J F Kasper Vice-President Mrs Hy Wenske Secretary Mrs Ford Guettn er and Treasurer Mrs Emil Poirier. Ed Fischner Jr. was named Banner-bearer. A social with refreshments followed the business session.
Lavaca County Home Demonstration Council Meets in Hallettsville
The Lavaca County Home Demonstration Council met Saturday May 25 at 2 pm in Hallettsville City Hall. Mrs. Farkus presided as minutes were approved, delegates for the A and M Short Course were chosen, June Education Tour planned with Corpus Christi selected, and a Mattress Campaign discussed before adjournment.
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Lavaca County
Home Demonstration Association
Burnes
Moulton
Mt. Olive
Miss Pfeiffer
Houston
Huntsville
Corpus Christi
San Antonio
I. F. Farkus
W. N. Garner
W. Koehn
Jaehne
Golden Jubilee of Local 0 D H S Observed June 16
Miss Addie Brown, state representative of the Hermann Sohn in Texas, official organ of the Order of the Sons of Hermann, was in Shiner assisting arrangements for the Golden Anniversary Celebration of the lodge to be held at Blucher Park on Sunday, June 16.
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Addie Brown
Hermann Sohn
Texas
Order of the Sons of Hermann
Shiner
Blucher Park
First Anniversary Dance at Kokernot Grove Observed
Ko kernot Grove marks its first anniversary with a Saturday June 1 battle dance hosted by proprietor F M Baros. Two bands Bob and his Rancho Grande Orchestra and Joe Heiman's Orchestra will provide continuous music as residents are invited to attend and enjoy the celebration.
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Kokernot Grove
F. M Baros
Bob
Rancho .Grande Orchestra
Joe Heiman
Mr. Baros
Local visits span towns from Yorktown to San Antonio
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Beckman of Yorktown spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. Theo Rogge. Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Quick and Mrs. Wm. Wendtland Jr. spent Thursday and Friday with relatives in Beaumont and Houston. Mrs. O. C. Dittmar and Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Merrem of Yoakum went to San Antonio Thursday to bring home Miss Ladell Merrem who had been attending the University of San Antonio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Beckman
Yorktown
Theo. Rogge
J. L. Quicksall
Wm. Wendtland Jr
Beaumont
Houston
O. C. Dittmar
Edgar Merrem
Yoakum
San Antonio
Ladell Merrem
University of San Antonio
Yoakum Tomato Festival Highlights June 6 8
Yoakum’s annual tomato festival returns June 6 to 8 with coronations on Thursday and Friday, a Court of Music, parades, and multiple dances. Dedication of a new Civil Aeronautic Flight Field at Petersville, air show visits, and ongoing Tomato Show, art exhibits, and carnival attractions accompany three days of street parades, boy scout events, and performances by The Blue Jacket Orchestra Blume’s Orchestra Joe Buzze and Lee Prause and his Tyrolean Banc.
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Yoakum
Petersville
Blue Jacket Orchestra
Wagon Wheel
Blume
Oaks Court
Joe Buzze
Bull Dog Stadium
Lee Prause
Tyrolean Banc
Baros Orchestra
Card of Thanks for Frances Palitza
Deep gratitude to friends and neighbors for comfort after the passing of our beloved mother Frances Palitza. Thanks to Rt. Rev. Mons. Netardus and Rev. E. Bily, the choir, those who sent floral tributes, and attended the last rites. May God reward you all. Her Children.
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Frances Palitza
Mons
Netardus
E. Bily
Hospital Patient List and Dismissals Included
The local hospital lists patients Joyce Stock John Molnosky of Shiner Frances Hanak Caldwell Rosemary Hall Waelder Pauline Dierske Moulton. Dismissed patients include Leo Ullmann Melba Behlen Shiner Adolph Nike Flatonia Felix Janecka Cistern.
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Joyce Stock
John Molnosky
Shiner
Frances Hanak
Caldwell
Rosemary Hall
Waelder
Pauline Dierske
Moulton
Leo Ullmann
Melba Behlen
Adolph Nike
Flatonia
Felix Janecka
Cistern
Bennie Svatek Born to Mr and Mrs Jos Svatek
Mr and Mrs Jos Svatek are the parents of a 10 pound baby boy named Bennie born May 23. The birth adds a new member to the family.
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Jos. Svatek
Bennie
McGrew Visits. Sykora and Kasper Guests in Regional Tour
F M McGrew sheriff candidate visited on Wednesday. Mrs Albina Sykora and Mrs Clara Sykora with sons from Prague Oklahoma stayed at the Joe Novak home last week. Mr and Mrs Jos Kasper with Misses Eileen and Bernita Heinsohn spent a week with relatives in Ballinger. Bernita then went to Mundy Texas to visit friends while others returned Friday.
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F. M. McGrew
Albina Sykora
Clara Sykora
Sons of
Prague
Oklahoma
Joe Novak
Jos Kasper
Eileen
Bernita Heinsohn
Ballinger
Bernita
Mundy
Texas
School transfers Open to outside districts by August first
Parents may transfer children to a school outside their district before August 1. Shiner residents may complete transfers at the office of Mr. Paul Otto.
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Shiner
Paul Otto
Breslau Rural High to Host Homecoming on June 2
Breslau Rural High School sponsors a homecoming with dinner and supper dance on June 2. The event features good speeches and recreation galore, inviting all community members to attend.
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Breslau
Palace Theatre Undergoes Extensive Improvements
The Palace Theatre has undergone major upgrades including a new sound system and screen, lobby renovations, Caen Stone and blue interior with gray and maroon front, nearly 200 upholstered chairs with blond backs and maroon seats, a staggered seating plan for better screen visibility, and improved comfort. The town’s best popcorn by Julius Cimrhanzel is offered. Buck Benny Rides Again is showing Sunday.
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Palace Theater
Palace Theatre
Julius Cimrhanzel
Palace
Buck Benny
Note Under Stamp Warns Germans Slow Starvation
A Gonzales man found a hidden message under a German stamp stating we are slowly starving to death. The letter’s sender claimed Germany enjoys plenty while implying blockades could cut future mail to the United States. The discovery highlights dangers faced by German relatives amid wartime censorship.
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Germany
United States
Gonzales
Victoria County Mirror
Shiner Boys and Girls Win Softball at Westhoff Tuesday
The Bednar Sluggers beat Westhoff 12 to 7 on Tuesday May 28 in the first cooperative game. Coach Joyce Bednar led the team with players Irene Filip Arlene Koenig Ethel Hauschild Freda Filip Mildred Hauschild Viola Brozd Evelyne Mueller Dally Marie Leazear Isabelle Malira Lorene Michalec and assistants Wilmar Vineix Marjorie Slanina Dalla Stevens.
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Bednar
Westhoff
Joyce Bednar
Irene Filip
Arlene Koenig
Ethel Hauschild
Freda Filip
Mildred Hauschild
Viola Brozd
Evelyne Mueller
Dally Marie Leazear
Shiner Boys All Stars Edge Opponent 3 2 in Thriller
The Shiner boys claimed a 3 to 2 victory in a competitive game. Strong finish by Shiner skippers and key plays in the final minutes secured the win.
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Shiner Boys
Willmann G E Electric Refrigerator Ad Noted
Gazette highlights Mr. E H Willmann G E refrigerator advertisement with new 1940 features. Mrs F F Michna of Flatonia visits relatives and friends Tuesday. Mr O A Hinze travels to Marlin for health treatment with hopeful results.
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E. H. Willmann
F. F. Michna
Flatonia
O. A. Hinze
Marlin
Census Notice for Shiner Residents
The population census for Shiner has been completed. If you were left out, notify Mrs Edna Trojcak in Shiner Texas at once.
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Shiner
Edna Trojcak
Texas
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Darilek—Krueger
Christian Science Services
Holland
Belgium
Luxenbourg
City Hall
Praha Downs Shiner
Dickson Farmers League Meeting
Sadler
ST. Elizabeth's Society Meeting
Lavaca County Home Demonstration Council
Kokernot
Bednar Sluggers
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