The Flatonia Argus (Flatonia, Tex.), Vol. 59, No. 37, Ed. 1 Thursday, September 6, 1934 Page: 1 of 4
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THE FLATONIA ARGUS
By Henry J. Straus*
FLATONIA, TEXAS THURSDAY, SEPT. 6, 1934
URSI
VOL. 59
No. 37
Annual Fair Opens Today
HUNTING SEASON OPENS TAX RATE FOR FAYETTE
OCT. 1st COUNTY INCREASED 3c
ALLEN TO COACH
FLATONIA ELEVEN
New Restriction on Ducks A C0Py of the new 1935
As a result of agreements budget, which is on file for
between federal and state public examination in the of-
game authorities duck hunt-, fice of the county clerk shows
ing this year is restricted to,a tax rate of 43 cents on the
3 days a week and will ex-j$100 valuation, a 3 cent in-
tend over a period of ten crease over the current year,
weeks. | The jury fund was Increased
Bag Limit is 12 ducks per j 1cent and the general fund
day and not more than 24 ! 21cents
in the hunter’s possession at
one time.
Duck season opens on Oct.
26th. Hunting will be permit-
ted on Friday, Saturday and
Sunday of each week.
The relief work throughout
the county has drained the
surplus money out of the
general fund. The increase
with other savings will provide
approximately $5000.
BENEFICIAL, RAIN
Not so long ago this section
Harlan (Red) Allen, former | had favorable lain, enough to
Sul Ross grid star and last; soak the ground.Dry winds and
year coach of the Alamo j sultry heats caused all signs of
Heights Mules, is the new moisture to disappear. The
J. J. MICHAL RETURNS
FROM CONVENTION
head coach at Flatonia.
Allen was in San Antonio
fall grain which farmers
planted after this rain seemed
yesterday and said that hejto dry away. Jiist when the
would have his squad out the j people were about to give up
first time Monday at 3:30 j hope of that good fall garden
p. m. He has eight letter I and that green winter feed, a
men back as a nucleus for a 1.52 inch rain fell slowly on
Mr. J. J. Michal returned
Wednesday night' from Chica-
go. Mr. Michal was a delegate
of the C. A. S. organization
who held their convention
there. He reports that he could
ndt stay at the World’s Fair -additional crowds are expect-
leam, but until he has had a
chance to give his squad the
Sept. 3rd. The territory about
Flatonia 'received its share
Dove season in this section T,1e state relief director sug-
open on Oct. 1 and will last tfested that county spend $1
until Nov. 30th. In our last is. for every $2 spent through the
sue we stated it opens Sept. ]. state.
This however applies to the
north zone, but not here. Fif-
Anyone desirng further in-
formation may attend the
once-over ho remains in the j ami some sections, report more
dark as to prospects of j rain while others less, never-
beating his old Class B district | the less tlfe farmers are smil-
opponents, which include such ing. * • ■ *
unusually strong teams as|A,long with the rain came a
Smithville, Gonzales, Halletts-' cool norther. Tuesday morn-
ville, Schulenburg and La ing the temperature fell £o
teen doves a day and 45 per] public hearing on the budget|
week is the limit. on September 10th at 10 a. m.
.1
COMMUNITY MEETING AT SCHOOL OPENS NEXT
SCOTTS A SUCCESS MONDAY
The people of the Scotts The 1934-1935 school ses-
School community showed a sion begins next Monday
proper spirit of cooperation morning, Sept. 10th at 9 o’-
and unity Sun. Sept 3. by put- clock. There will be a brief
ting on a wonderful commun- informal opening exercises in
ity barbecue dinner. A large the high school Auditorium
crowd came for a day of gen-]to which all parents, patrons
uine enjoyment and recreation, and friends are cordially in-
Many problems concerning ex- , vited. Registration and the
hibits at the local Fair and issuance of text books will
the coming school year were start at 10 o'clock. Students
discussed. A well attended who are registering in the Fla.
dance at night, with Pavlas tonia school for the first time
Hungry 7 furnishing the mu- are requested ,to present
sic, concluded the affair.! their last year’s report cards
School will open on Mon.! and text book receipts. Stud-
day September 10. Mr. and t-nts will be dismissed at noon
Clyde Jones will again teach on the first day of school,
this term. ,, m, m T T
— .. __________ ^ WE THANK YOU
SMALL • STOCK OWNERS; We take these means of
CAN GET FEED LOANS j thanking all our friends and
Grange.
Allen coached the. Heights
Mules last year and this sea-
son is being succeeded bv
Klepto Holmes, former A.
& M. star.
A game between Flatonia
and a San Antonio team will
probably be arranged", unless
Allen finds schedules full.
A NEW BABY GIRL
64 degrees. 'Evidently the
weather will 'Settle to normal
again. ,
FROM THE STATE
CAPITOL •
Two new relief bond’ bills
came out in the. house Wed-
nesday while the senate con-
tinued its investigation.
The bills ware drafted by
the subcommittee appointed-
„ ,, by Speaker Coke Stevenson-
“ T “d, “"I '•'to Tuoadav whan the house
Woody Nos-sta wore bleswod j inveslig„iion.
grounds very long, due to the
heavy rains there. In spite of
this, how’ever he has much to
tell his friends of the wonder
ful sights in the "windy city.’’
There has been a great deal
of activity on the Fair grounds
this week. Its Fair time again
in Flatonia and the Annual
event always brings many sur-
prises, merriment and a meet-
ing of old time friends. The
22nd Annual Fair will be ope-
rated with a free Gate, and
by the arrival of a baby girl.
Ordinarly, this would be cur-
The first bill keeps the pres-
i ent. setup; calls for issuance
Small stock owners may
now get emergency feed loans
for amounts less than $25 as a
result of a new ruling by the
federal authorities.
Applications must be made
with M. E. Huettel and then
will have to receive the ap-
proval of G. A. Koenig, before
being sent to Dallas for a final
reckoning.
INTERESTING EXHIBIT
Dr. A. H. W. Norton, local
chiropractor, has arranged to health.
members of the Baptist church
for the bounteous pounding
which was presented to us last
night. We assure you, one and
all, that it is very much appro,
ciated by us. Again, we thank
you.
Rev. & Mrs. D. O. Blaisdcll
rent news, as tho stork usually | ,ho ,.cniailli„g Wj600i000;
makes rounds here and there, |
but this birth is something dif-j i . ,
, , . , * I l>e retired from money in
inn. °° 'V. ,™a}ni)e aPt>n.the general funds (the pres-
w’alking around the filling sta- , , . , , .
,. “ ,. , , ent law:) and not from all
tion with his chest out, strut-!,. , . ,. . , r .... •.
,. , . . .. . I funds not directed for specific
ting his stuff with that fami- . ... ,.
, . ,, ... purposes by the constitution,
liar smile at the corner of his , . . , , ..
and says the interest rate shall
not be more than 4'4 per cent
—thus making it discretionary
with the bond commission
’ LOOS CARNIVAL HERE
The Geo. Loos Carnival has
qrrived and is already station
«'d at” the Fair grounds for the
coming days. The carnival is
bigger and better than evoi
before, having added many in-
teresting features and rides.
One. of [he most striking
points of beauty is the nigh!
lighting system. They are verv
beautiful in every sense of tin ,
word. The kiddies will enjoy
themselves - on the many saf<
rides.-' Tent shows and various
games are also there.-
- One of the main attractions
<tf thro show is the Miller's
Mechanical Battlefield, a per-
fect mechanical battle . with
miniature wooden soldiers. It
was constructed after many
years of study and experi-
ment:’
Everyone is invited to come
out and have a good time.
Mrs. R. L. Agricola is in
the Medical and Surgical hos-
pital, San Antonio for treat-
ment. We hope she re-
turns home soon and in good
have a life-sized anatomical
mannikin on exhibit at the
fair. This specimen represents
a considerable investment and
will be demonstrated daily by
iDr. R. W. Raiford, of Texas
Chiropractic College, who will
also answer your health ques-
tions.-His answers will be plain
and trathful.
NEW CLOCK IN COURT
HOUSE TO TELL EXACT
TIME
Aa people will walk to the
county court house they will
a new Western Union
ek on the wall directly in
it of the mam entrnce.
was noticed that the clock
-tourer has been inaccur-
the past few years. Of-
court house have
ce a contribu-
and
rcct
mouth.
And “Grandma” Nesrsta,
Well it is being whispered
that she is looking for a new
hat for the fair, but there is
none in town big enough for
her.
Grand-pa is in good humor,
and bears a cheerful disposi-
tion, which might indicate that
a long waited for loan might
bo granted.
A girl in the Nesrsta fami-
ly. Wo join the many friends
in congratulations.
Miss Hattie Tesar, left
Thursday night for Port La-
vaca where she has employ-
ment.
Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Sandora,
Mrs. Frances Faltisek (were
in Gonzales Sunday. They
were accompanied by Mrs. Fr. j
Vrazel who had been a guest i
in the Sandera home for the
past two weeks.
Miss Charlotte Marie Widen
left Tuesday for St. Louis to
visit with her father a few
days before entering Wash-
ington University.
"Miss Edith Fox returned
Thursday to San Antonio to
the Vocational and Technical
School where she will teach
Journalism and and advertis-
ing.
Misses Floy Lee Berger and
Lillian Finkenstein left for
Violet, Texas where they will
teach school the coming term.
NOTICE
Mrs. Cad well will resume
her piano classes at her music
room, just off the school
campus, on Sept. 11th.
CARD OF TDANKS
Grateful hearts prompt us tofbi the future
extend lo our good friends and
neighbors our thanks for their
kindly thoughts and expres-
sions of sincere sympathy at
(he death of our beloved mo-
ther, Mrs. Anna Ragsdale. Th*
beautiful spirit of brotherly
love has immeasurably light-
ened our sorrow.
Her Children.
if it saw fit to have a lower
rate.
The other bill would issue
the same amount of bonds,
but provides for a new relief
set-up—a commission of three-
full-time men to receive $400
a month, one to be named
by the attorney general, one
by the state treasurer, one
by the comptroller.
A hearing was held about
the relief troubles which was
related by Mrs. Rhoda An-
drews. of a little village of
Blum, in Hill County. Mrs.
Andrews’ story was pitiful, hut
gave little constructive help to
the senate in finding out what
to do with the relief problem
Mr. W. M. Comelson came
through Flatonia on business
Saturday.
The following were pleas-
nnt callers at the local rec-
tory Wednesday: Very Rev.
Jos. Szymanski of Weimar,
Revs. F. X. Wolf of Schulen-
burg, and Fr. Fellmann of
St. John,
INSTALL NEW MACHINE
Williamson Rros., have this
week installed a new Hoff-
man Klear-Bak pressing
machine. Now this shop
promises to give its customers
better and quicker service.
The management irtvites
all their friends to come
around and inspect their plant.
CARD OF THANKS
We wish to thank the many
friends for their kindness ex-
tended us during the death of
our beloved mother Mrs. T.
Pinn.
The Children.
Mr. and Mi’s. K. Woody
spent Sunday in La Grange,
"OLD IRONSIDES WINS FOR
SHINE® BREWERS
The famous “old reliable”
Agricola of our city handed
the Legion cubs of Legion
Texas a perfect defeat Sunday.
"Crig” was in pertect shape
and won the game for the
Shiner Brewers by the score
of 5 to 2. The Shiner boys
gave him good support.
After the game, Mr. Spoetzel
of Shiner gave the boys a real
barbecue treat.
Mr. Bd. Mikulik has just
returned from an important
radio meeting in San Antonio.
Ho reports a wonderful At-
Water Kent radio display
This company has made un-
believable advancement in
♦ he radio field, seemingly im-
possible improvement; have
been made. Mr. Mikulik han-
dles a complete line of At-
Water Kent radios and is
ready to demonstrate at any
time.
Miss Da.vma and Iris Francez
of I.a Fayette La., visited with
Miss Floy Berger Monday.
Rev. L. P. Netardus passed
through here l/ist week.
Mrs. Seth C. Brown of Hous-
ton and Mrs. W. H. Gabitzsch
of Richmond were with relati
ves last week.
George .W. Hawkcs is visit-
ing in Del Rio, Texas this
week.
ed. That good old Flatonia
hospitality will be in evidence
it all times, and many who
make this a special occasion
to meet friends and relatives
will be here to renew their
friendship and say a word of
good cheer.
Today (Thurs.- Sept. 6th
the opening day will find the
'rounds crowded with exhibi-
tors placing their display for
nrizes. The Community and
Individual exhibits always
create great interest. Car-
nival attractions. Dance at
night,, and a Free Act will af-
ford ample amusements for
the crowds. The special invi-
tation of the business men of
Flatonia to drive in and stay
all day giving the visitors a
treat for the liberal patronage
'xtended in the past should he
an inspiration to all to partici.
pate in the festivities.
Friday. Sept. 7th will be
the day that all exhibits are
judged. Judges who have been
recommended by A. and M.
College are to perform this
duty. There will be lots of ex-
hibits to see t>at are not en-
tered for prizes and this co-
operation is highly apprecia-
ted by the Fair Association.
Saturday and Sunday which
are always the largest at-
tendance days at the Fair will
offer a complete program and
the visitors should be well paid
for their visit. You still have
ample time to invite a friend
to attend the 22nd Annual
Free Gate Fair so that we may
break all attendance records
of the past. Don’t miss a day.
Sept. 6Hi, 7th, 8th and 9th will
all bo red letter days at the
Flatonia Fair.
John, son of Mr. and Mrs.
Toe Koudelka of Engle, took
suddenly sick last Monday
while working on the railroad
track. He was rushed to the
S. P. hospital in Houston. At
present he is getting along as
well as could be expected and
has been removed to his home.
The illness was probably due
to overheating while working
on the track.
Mr. and Mrs. O. E. Gray
and family visited Mr. and
Mrs. Claude Graves in Schul-
enburg Sunday.
Mrs. F. Patzelt and Miss
Hattie Brunner spent Sunday
and Monday in Houston.
Mr. Oswald Buescher o£
Mr. and Mr». Joo Mre' Kraaw- and
and children were in Austin
Friday.
Mrs. J. L. Etlinger spent
yesterday with her parents in
Moulton.
Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Strauss
of Shiner visited in the Jos.
Schmidt home here Sunday.
Miss Sophie spent Sunday in
Moulton with relatives there.
Mr. Teddie Brunner ac-
companied by Mr. and Mrs.
Felix Brunner and family
went to Jourdanton. Teddie
remained there in order to set*
tie himself permanently for
the coming year.
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Strauss, Henry J. The Flatonia Argus (Flatonia, Tex.), Vol. 59, No. 37, Ed. 1 Thursday, September 6, 1934, newspaper, September 6, 1934; Flatonia, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth989990/m1/1/: accessed July 18, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Fayette Public Library, Museum and Archives.