Fourth of July memories and old Fischer Lane notes
A reminiscence from Werner area papers recounts Wimberley’s free barbecue hosted by the Woodmen of the World in the Fourth of July tradition with meat supplied, volunteers serving, and crowds from surrounding towns. It also notes local summer bowling news and a 1916 election day incident where candidates Tom Ball and Jim Ferguson clashed on stage.
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Wimberley
Abe
Woodmen of the World
San Marcos
New Braunfels
Dripping Springs
Fishers Store
Blanco
Fischer Lanes
Ed Forister
Fischer
Mission Valley Bowling Club
Mission Valley Club
Jerry
Paulette Keith
Tom Ball
Jim Ferguson
Ball
Ferguson
Valedictorian Sue Haney Leads San Marcos High Class of Sixty Eight
Sue Haney of Wimberley was co valedictorian of San Marcos High School in 1968 with multiple honors. The piece notes social strains and a rural tale of a coon and Banks Hofmann, ending with a cautionary anecdote.
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Sue Haney
Wimberley
San Marcos High School
Sue
Daughters of American Revolution
Lions Club
San Marcos
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