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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1908
Page
5
Train No 46 from Lockhart arrives 12 40 p m. Train No 45 from Yoakum arrives 2 55 p m. Train No 42 from Waco arrives 7 50 p m. Train No 41 from Yoakum arrives 8 40 a m.
The church announces services on the morning and night of the first and third Sundays. All are invited to attend and join in worship led by Pastor A. N. Pledger.
Shipper received 7465 square bales of new cotton and 870 round bales by Monday, totaling 7835 square bales. Average price listed at 8 cents per pound.
Local items report social events visits and movements in Shiner Texas. Miss Ella Richter traveled to San Antonio to visit relatives. Mrs Martha Blake and Mrs Louis Wagener are mentioned among city residents. Thanksgiving services are noted at the Methodist church. Other items include dances at the opera house and at the park, hunting trips, business visits, and wedding attendance plans.
Rev. A. N. Pledger informs the GazerTrE that due to circumstances beyond his control the protracted meeting announced to begin next Sunday will be postponed indefinitely. Body urged to take notice. Also notices on chicken feed oyster shells and restaurant orders. Window glass and putty sold by Schlottmann Drug Co. store.
Describes 2000 acres of level smooth hogwallow soil with Southern Pacific Railroad frontage and siding. Noted are good grass and water, with German farmers joining. yield reported of 1-2 to 3-4 bales per acre this year and last. Offer to sell half the land at 12 dollars per acre.
The entry notes cloudy weather with a forecast of change, warns against needless bird killing, and reflects on the value of birds. It reports cotton yields about half a bale per acre, visits by Mrs. Emil Meyer to H. Dreyer, Reinhardt Dryer hauling wood, and local movement of the Dreyer and Turk families. A Mexican child reportedly died in freezing conditions, with dances held weekly, and Ophelia Olga Dreyer visiting kin. August Reichardt visited on Sunday.
A sizable stock of paints oils varnishes and enamels is reported at Schlottmann Drug Co indicating strong availability for home and professional use. The item suggests broad range including durable enamel finishes.
Mr Tom Lazza and Miss Mary Elsik were married at the Lutheran church by Rev. Juren on Sunday November 22, in a simple ceremony. The couple will reside in the city and begin married life together.
Severe LaMaAa Frank Sefcik and Amalia Lamza were married Tuesday November 24 at a Catholic church with Rev. Jos Hudecek officiating.
Seeks buyers for a 160 acre farm six miles west of Shiner Texas. Well improved property priced at 55 dollars per acre. Interested parties should apply to Schulze and Gray in Shiner Texas.
An ad claims complexion issues stem from an inactive liver. It promotes Ballard's Herbine as the liver regulator that will restore perfect condition, marketed by Schlottman Drug Co. and presented to women as a cure for facial flaws.
The Grand Magazine quotes a scene where a desperate figure pleads for time to raise funds before bailiffs, claiming no money exists and recalling hidings with a gun to avoid capture. The exchange highlights pressure and defiance in a Sicilian setting.
Schlottmann Drug Co. store advertises a full supply of stationery and school books for students and teachers. The listing highlights ready availability and a convenient location for shoppers seeking classroom essentials.
The piece urges merchants to invest in advertising now to boost fall sales. It argues that any business that can survive without ads is unlikely to need them, and emphasizes aggressive advertising spending this month and next to reach yearly low prices and record fall business. The guidance highlights aligning expectations with advertising effort.
Messrs J W Bell and J D Curry delivered a load of fifty turkeys to town on Tuesday from Nickel and sold them to Carnes Son.
Notice from R. L. Martin stating lands near Shiner are posted with no hunting or shooting allowed. Take warning to avoid trouble.
For Sale. Five good Jersey cows, gentle and good milkers. Apply to W. F. Wunderlich, Route 1, Shiner, lex.
From November 21 1908 the ginners of Shiner will gin only on Fridays and Saturdays each week the notice issued by Shiner Ginners.
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