08 Sep 1938
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Newspaper
Shiner Gazette
Location
Shiner, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1938
Page
1
An attempted burglary occurred at Star Grocery last Wednesday night when a man was found on a chicken coop near a back window by the nightwatchman. The suspect fled through the alley after being ordered to stop.
Farmers League invites members and non members to Vlas tenec Hall on Thursday Sept 8 for a meeting. Enjoy amusements refreshments and music on the grounds. Parish Feast set for Sept 18 invites all to meet friends and join the community event.
The Business Men's Club will convene promptly at 7 o'clock this evening at Fohler's Cafe to hold its regular meeting and discuss upcoming events and activities.
Regular meeting of the O. E. S. Tuesday night September 13 at 8 p.m. All members are requested to attend. Alma Kempe W. M.
Methodist members vote to cancel Sunday morning and evening preaching services to worship with the Baptist congregation during ongoing revival services at the Baptist Church.
The weekly program for United Dr Luther Church lists Sunday School at 9 30 a m Divine Service at 10 30 a m and an English service in Dreyer at 7 30 p m. A monthly business meeting Luther League and Ladies Aid are scheduled alongside a construction class and Junior Choir activities. On Thursday Sept 22 at 7 30 p m City Hall screens The Thunder of the Sea with no admission and strong church endorsement from Rev Richard Schuetze.
The Baptist church invites all to revival services this week with Bro. Roth of LeGrange delivering messages at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Daily sermons begin at 9 a.m. A workers' conference is set for Friday at Old Morution Church.
Christian Science services will read the Lesson Serman on Sunday September y with theme Substance and the Golden Text Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness for they shall be filled. Robert Browning noted in a local mention. Mr and Mrs E A Schmidt and daughter of Mathis visited relatives here last week and Miss Mayme Merserburger joined them on their return. They recently moved from Linton to Mathis for school facilities. Mr and Mrs Edwin Huebner of Houston spent the weekend with the J H Huebner home.
Theo Schuhmann a longtime Slaton resident died at 11 45 a m in a Houston hospital after six months of declining health He was 64 He lived in Shiner and Slaton and worked in retail and railroad offices He is survived by a daughter Leonida now Mrs Rudy Valenta a son Emmett two sisters three brothers and two grandchildren A funeral was held at the daughter’s home with Rev Guyon Rev Burns and Rev Thurman officiating The eulogy by Mrs M A Grant praised his God fearing Christian life and integrity
The Deficiency Act of 1938 allows refunds for Bankhead Cotton Act 1934 tax paid directly to the Bureau of Internal Revenue. Refunds apply when the ginner or grower paid the tax directly. claims must be filed on Form 111 by June 30, 1939. Ginners or growers should contact the nearest IRS office.
A high Mass marked the reopening of St Ludimila's Academy as the renovated Catholic school welcomed students. Rt. Rev. Monsignor Netardus and Rev. Father Bily urged parents to enroll, boosting first-day attendance to 140. Sisters thank Mr Seimt and helpers for grounds work and cleanliness.
Funeral services for Louis Janca were held at St Ann's Church Wednesday at 8 a m. Burial followed in St Ann's Cemetery. Survived by his wife four daughters Mesdames Lambert Malek Joe Jiral Chas Hajek and Frank Matocha three sons Willie Gus and Frank.
Monday morning at nine the overflow crowd attended the opening program of the Public School. Superintendent McDonald presided, Rev. Richard Uetze gave the invocation, and Rev. Roth led the singing of America. Edna Reischel introduced seventeen beginners, while Miss Marie Muras and Maurine Koether played clarinets and other numbers by the school orchestra directed by Mrs. Thulemeyer. William Wendtland received praise as outstanding man of the hour with his song accompanied by his mother. The ceremony lasted about an hour and announcements followed before students moved to their rooms for texts and assignments.
Annual Feast and Bazaar of Catholic Parish of Shiner scheduled for Sunday September 18 at Blucher Park with expected parish and community participation.
The Texas Company purchased the Gulf Bulk Station equipment and is carrying out extensive repairs to improve the plant. Equipment from the Texas Co location is being moved to a new site and after completion it will be among the best bulk station plants in the area. Consignee E. J. Kempe says the change aims to provide better service to the Texas public.
The Lutheran Ladies Aid will sponsor an Ice Cream Social on the church lawn Friday night September 16. Everyone is cordially invited to attend this community event hosted by the church group.
Mrs Frank Michna underwent nasal surgery last week at Yoakum Hospital performed by Dr Kopecky. She has returned home to recuperate and recover.
The Shiner City Council in regular session September 5 1938 adopts rates for Municipal Light and Water Plant services including domestic, combination, water, commercial and industrial charges. Reconnect fees and noncash policy noted. secretary authorized to collect and rates stay until amended. Mayor Adrirchter and City Secretary Canon sign.
Miss Mary Janecek became the bride of Mr. Felix Hybner at Sts. Cyrill and Methodius Church on Monday morning September 5. Rev. Father Bily officiated. Bridesmaids wore white Moire ta ffeta and carried Pom-Pom flowers while Janie Hubner as maid of honor wore a similar gown. The gown of the bride was white satin with lace in Queen Annes style and a pearl crowned illusion veil. Groomsmen included Marvin Kanca Philip Hubner and John Kurtz. Music by the Sisters of the Convent and a reception followed at the bride’s parents home. The couple will reside in Shiner after a honey moon to Galveston and other points.
The City of Shiner Texas schedules a September 16 1938 bond election to issue 100000 in serial bonds over 40 years with optional redemption after five years at 4 percent interest to fund waterworks improvements and street paving. Voting restricted to qualified property taxpayers with ballots stating For the Issuance Bonds or Against the Bonds. Ballots to be posted at City Hall and in a general circulation newspaper for two weeks. Public notice to include tax rate note and election procedures.
Relatives and friends attended the funeral of Edward Haas Sr. 81 at his Moulton home. He died Sunday at 7:35 p m and was buried Tuesday morning in Moulton Catholic Cemetery. Survived by wife, five sons Joe Frank Edward Adolf Rudolf and three daughters Minnie Seidenberger Louise Grant Annie Ilman. Gazette extends sincere sympathy.
The hospital lists current patients including Mr. Emil Condel Miss Anita Discher Mrs. Henry Derson Olga Bujnoch Mr. Anton Janik Mrs. John Beal of Shiner Mrs. Emil Bartosch of Moulton Mr. Jim Robinson and Mrs. Frank Kremer of Cistern. Dismissed patients are Mrs. Walter Henkhaus and daughter of Shiner Mrs. Ben Kocian and son of Moulton and Mr. Kotzur of Falls City.
Charles Starrett with Donald Grayson Barbara Weeks and Sons of the Pioneers headline a showing of the singing sensation at the Palace Theatre on Friday and Saturday. Mrs William Green has returned home from a Lubbock hospital with nurse Miss Ann Knight and companion Miss Erymne Blevins.
The Gazette notes with a touch of finality that those who depart leave behind sympathy from countless friends, and it hopes to be counted among them in memory.
Members gather for a church picnic at Sweet Home on Sunday September 11. Mr J T Holasek of West Texas, fresh from Czechoslovakia, will speak about events there.
Social to be held on the church lawn Friday with Bee Creams as sponsor. Invitation extended to all residents for September 16 in a cordial gathering on the church grounds.
Anne Berkenhoff thanks neighbors for flowers thoughtful acts and messages of cheer during her recent illness noting sincere gratitude for the support and kindness received.
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