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Volume XLV
Shiner, Lavaca County, Texas, Thursday Morning, June 30, 1938
Number 26
WINS HONORS
Calvin Hinze, aged 13, of
Charlottenburg, a member of
the 4-H Club has been notified
that he was awarded a free
trip to the A. & M. short-
course with all expenses paid.
The Boys and Girls short course
will be held on July 6, 7 and
8th at the A. & M. College.
Calvin received his award on
7 sheep, that he cared for, get-
ting 62 lbs. of wool from the
shearing.
Calvin is the son of Mr. and
Mrs. Paul F. Hinze, a bright
and studious young lad and is
to be congratulated on winning
these honors.
[THREE NEGROES KILLED
MURDERER ESCAPES
Hallettsville Negro Kills Three
Sunday and Escapes
BAPTIST NOTES
One of the first triple mur-
ders ever to occur in this sec-
tion took place Sunday night
at about 8:15 oclock at the
home of Otis Shelton (col.)
who lives about a mile east of
town, when Mose Shelton mur-
dered in cold blood the follow-
ing colored folks: Evia Mae
Shelton, wife of Otis Shelton;
Lizzie Caesar, and Charles A.
Williams, married and the fa-
ther of eight children.
Kills In Cold Blood
Mose Shelton, who lived near
Expression and Public Speaking |
Offered to Shiner
NOTICE
BUSINESS MEN S CLUB
IN MEMORY
All stores will be closed on The Business Men’s Club
With the coming of the fall I Monday, July 4th. Govern your- met in regular session Thurs-
school term Shiner will have selves accordingly and do your day, June 23rd., at the Palace
LEO J. STRAUSS
the benefit of a special instruct-
or in Expression and Public
Speaking. Mrs. Ella E. Lane is
resuming her former profes-
sion in this art which she so
successfully taught over a per-
iod of years before entering
the newspaper work.
shopping Saturday.
Charlottenburg School
Elects Teachers
The trustees of the Charlot-
tenburg school have elected
_____________ Prof, .and Mrs. Alb. Bartram,
Mrs. Lane^has just completed ifs teachel?s for the ensuing th£ Temple ^Lumber Co.
a special review course under te33L , ,,
Mr. and Mrs. Bartram come
a former classmate and former
instructor of hers of the Curry
System.
Many friends are 1 gratified
over her decision upon her
the Otis Shelton home eame to return> to remain in Shiner
t.hp. latter’* hniTap whilo wl ?nd give, this community the
Thanks to every one who at-
tended the great service held
in the Baptist Church last Sun-
day morning when our return-
ed Missionary Bro. Chas. Cul-
pepper spoke to us. Surely no
one was sorry they had attend-
ed this meeting. Information
not often found in print was
given to us by one who had
been on the ground and knew
that what was saying was
the truth. All of our hearts
were mbved, in seeing so clear-
ly that the work was and is
fully present in the heart of
our dear Missionary. The at-
tendance was the largest of
any service since coming of
the pastor to this field. Hard-
ly was there room left for
every one, for which we are
very thankful.
There was a wonderful bap-
tismal service at Waelder Sun-
day, as the results of a wonder-
fully intensive series of ser-
vices at Saturn. Bro. Robert R.
Patterson, our associational
worker for the summer, is
with this Church a few days
immediately following the
Lemou’s home near,
the latter’s house while Wil-
liams and Evia Shelton were
talking in the yard. Lizzie Cae-
sar was in the house at the
time. As he approached he
asked, “ Haven’t you been talk-
ing about me?” Evia Shelton
answered, 'No.’ Then he asked
for a match and when they said
they had none, he reached in-
to his shirt and took out a .45
caliber six shooter. Without
saying a word, he shot Evia
Shelton 3 times and she died
immediately. Then he turned
and shot Williams and Lizzie
Caesar before they had on op-
portunity to run.
Viola Douglas, 12 year old
daughter of Lizzie Caesar, and
Claytonia Shelton, seven year
old daughter of Evia Sheiton,
were at the house when the
murderer approached, but
they ran when they saw him
shooting Viola ran to the road
toward town with Mose Shel-
ton pursuing her. She outdis-
tanced him and caught a ride
to town and notified Deputy
Sheriff Theo. Long, who sum
moned Justice H. W. Strickler
and others and went to the
scene of the crime. Claytonia
benefit of such a superior and
cultural art.
The Gazette understands
that arrangements have been
made with the Shiner High
School and St. Ludmila’s Aca-
demy for studio hours in the
schools for those desiring to
avail themselves of the oppor-
tunity of this beneficial course
of study. Pupils are now being
enrolled. As the classes will be
limited in number, those de-
siring to take advantage of
the course are urged to con-
tact Mrs. Lane at once. Phone
34.
highly recommended, Mr.
Bartram having 22 years of ex-
perience in his profession dur-
ing which time he taught in 3
different schools. Having
taught the same school at one
time that Mr. Bartram did, the
writer is-well acquainted with
his work and the people of
Charlottenburg are fortunate
in securing- the services of this
fine couple.
Mr. and Mrs. Tamkpe, who
leave Charlottenburg for a
better paying position else-
where, will be greatly missed
in this community.
FARMERS HOLD MEETING
SATURDAY
on some definite plan for hav-
ing preaching regularly.
Save on RED TAG Sale
bargains, sale ends July 2.
Western Auto Associate Store
Four Men and a Prayer, a
stirring melodrama dealing
with munitions manufacturing . , . . . .
and intrigue in South America, ^fa5^ fvun ^as £oun(^ 111 a
Killer Escapes
After seeing tnat he could
not catch Viola, the killer es-
caped under the cover of night
and that was the last that was
seen of him.
He evidentally returned to
his home before the lav/ got to
the scene of the crime, for the
India, Africa and other excit-
ing places. Palace Theatre,
Sunday and Monday.
Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Picha,
Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Chumchal
and son Adolph Alvin spent
their vacation last week with
relatives and friends at Gal-
veston.
Christian Science Services
"God” is the subject of the
Lesson-Sermon which will be
read in all churches of Christ,
Scientist, on Sunday, July 3,
11 a. m.
The Golden Text is: “We
will rejoice in thy salvation,
and in the name of our God we
will set us our banners.”
(Psalms 20:5).
Courage is that virtue which
champions the cause of right.
—Cicero.
BAPTIST CHURCH
J. W. BURNS, Pastor
Sunday School 10 a. m.
Preaching Service 11 a. m.
Prayer meeting, Wednesday
evening at 8 p. m.
You are cordially invited to
worship with us.
SPECIAL SERVICES AT
METHODIST CHURCH
Rev. A. Guyon commenced
a series of special services at
the Methodist Church Sunday
night which will continue
through this week. He is being
ably assisted by Rev. J. C.
Wilson of Waelder. Each morn-
ing at 9 o’clock services are
at the Mose Shelton home Mon-
day morning. The house was
searched Sunday night, but
Shelton had already abscond-
ed. There were six empty cart-
ridges in the revolver and
they were accounted for by
three bullet holes in Evia Shel-
ton, one hole in Williams and
two shots for Lizzie Casear.
Blood Hounds Put On Trail
At about 1 o’clock Monday
morning, a pack of five blood-
hounds from the State Peniten-
tiary arrived and they were
immediately put on the trail.
After picking up the scent,
they followed it for some dis-
tance and finally lost it near
a road. Apparently he board-
ed a car or mounted a horse
at that point. A posse of about
twenty men, including Sheriff
McElroy and several other law
officers, searched for the mur-
derer the biggest part of the
night, but their search was
fruitless.
Chases Girl With Open Knife
According to Viola Douglas,
who was the only one able to
give complete details about the
incident, Shelton chased her
with an open knife. This fact
is substantiated by the fact
that he had already fired all
of the ammunition in his gun
and it was found with the emp-
ties still in the gun.
Probable Motive Advanced
One motive advanced was
that he killed Lizzie Cae-
sar either because of jealousy,
or because she had been say-
ing things about him that he
didn’t like. Mose Shelton had
been courting Lizzie Cae-
sar previously might have
been prompted to commit
the crime because of jealousy
due to the fact that Williams
was with her that night. Ac-
cording to the report that Viola
A meeting of all the presi-
dents of the local branches of
the Farmer’s League of Lava-
ca County was held in the
Court House in Hallettsville on
Saturday, June 25, at 8:00
o’clock. O. E. Hermes of Sweet
Home was elected President,
Jaro'Kouba of Shiner, Vice-
President, and Leo Ebner of
Koerth was elected Secretary-
Treasurer^ \
The County > Convention of 1
all the branches in Lavaca
County will take place at Sul-
phur Park early in August, the
date will be announced later.
The meeting of the local
branch of Hallettsville will be
the latter part of July.
SWIMMING PARTY
Last Friday evening, June
24, the Lutheran Junior Choral
Club members and some of
their parents enjoyed a swim-
ming party and lunch at the
Sulphur Park. The lunch con-
sisted of sandwiches, potato
chips, cookies, cakes and soda
water. A most delightful even-
ing was enjoyed by all.
—Reporter.
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ATTENTION
The members of Eichenlaub
Lodge No. 34 O. D. H. S. will
hold their next meeting on July
4th at 3 p. m. at the CITY
HALL,
All members are cordially
invited to attend.
Committee.
held and also each evening at
8 o’clock. The public is cordial-_______o _ u
invited to attend any or all Douglas gave, she and her mo- uu^ lctUu
°* s.e sf,rvices ^or a spiritual ther, Lizzie Caesar, were to Sunday night,
uplift m their religious living, have gene to Speaks with Wil- Tir ” " ”
Hams that night to visit rela-
tives and Williams had just
come into the yard when Mose
Shelton approached.
Other than this, there had
never been any trouble be-
tween any of those concerned.
The murderer may have gone
insane, though he never show-
ed any signs of insanity pre-
vious to this time. Others think
that it was a case of tempor-
ary insanity. Evidentally Lizzie
Caesar was the only one that
he had planned to kill, but he
killed the others to keep them
from talking. There is no doubt
but what he planned to kill
the two girls who escaped, but
they were fortunate in getting
away.
Two Die In Hospital
Lizzie Caesar and Chas. Wil-
liams were brought to the Duf-
ner Hospital at about 10 o’clock
at night. Williams died shortly
after being taken to the hospit-
al and Lizzie Caesar died at a-
bout 9:30 Monday morning.
Otis Shelton, husband of Evia
Shelton, was in Goliad and
did not return till about 8:30
Hallettsville New Era-Herald
While traveling through the
Hill Country recently, Mr. W.
L. Martin of our city had the
pleasure of being entertained
at dinner at the home of Jim-
mie R. Howard, a former resi-
dent of our community. Mr.
Howard, who has married since
he left Shiner has a nice
ranch home near Kerrville,
stocked with sheep and cattle.
Lately he lost 60 sheep "which
were destroyed by police dogs.
Mrs. Howard is as good a
marksman as she is cook, hav-
ing lowered 15 deer to date.
Mr. Martin enjoyed his visit
very much and says that Mr.
Howard wishes to be remerm
bered to his former friends
here.
Cafe with 16 members being
present.
After finishing the plate
luncheon, the meeting was
called to order by President
A. A. Schramm, who extended
greetings to Mr. Edgar Gloor,
manager of the local yard of
The
minutes of the last previous
meeting were then read and
approved. No Treasurer’s re-
port being given.
There were no Committee re-
ports.
The bill for flowers sent to
Mr. Henry Klos was ordered
paid.
Mr. B. R. Holchak reported
that Miss Vera Hauschild was
taken to Marlin last Sunday
and the Doctors gave a favor-
able report on her condition.
Mr. Schramm stated that he
had received a card from Mrs.
Lane stating that she would re-
turn home this week end.
No further business, adjourn
ment was in order.
W. C. Schmidt, Sec.
tern.
pro-
FLATONIA PREPARES
FOR STATE CONVENTION
-and
A little lapse of time-
then—and then,
The outer door for us shall open
wide,
And we shall leave the busy;
haunts of men
To overtake them—journey at
their side.”
Since my return home I
have been confronted with the
meaning of the loss of a valued
and highly appreciated
friend. Not only in a fraternal
way but from the human side
of life. Leo Strauss, over a long
period of years, was ever kind
and helpful to the former own-
ers of the Gazette. He was a
type who never wearied in /
doing courtesies. The night was/
never too dark nor the winters
ever too cold that he did ' not
respond in his cheerful, help-
ful manner to any call from
the shop or family. Nor did he
wait for a call. Several times
when the message flashed
across the miles of the passing
of our loved ones Mr. Strauss
lest no time in reaching our
tome and not only sharing our
sorrows but assuming the care
of the Gazette in his superior
manner. . j
We feel the truth of the
statement when we sav we are
FLATONIA, Texas, July 25. |co£stantly reminded "of the
—Committees are preparing to‘ef-n° P\,a v?i°e that is now
entertain the State Convention IStli - 7’ t1he v-':slon of a face now
K. J. T. which meets here in Uanished and the loss of a
- Treasured friend and co-work-
GIRLS 4H CAMP A BIG
SUCCESS
Big theft occurs at Blucher
Park, Shiner. Forty two 4-H
club girls stole 26 hours of a
mash mixture, which consist-
ed of fun, frolic, good times
educational material, and
new acquaintances, amp start-
ed at 2 p. m. on Thursday,
June 23 and lasted until 4 p.
m. Friday. Registration show-
ed that seven clubs were re-
presented. Annie Apts of
Charlottenburg 4-H club pre-
sided over the county—wide
camp. Ollie Vrana of Moravia
club acted as secretary. The
delegates from each club
were asked to stanc* and give
their names. Girls who have
done outstanding work were
recognized and trips to A &
M Short Course announced.
Then followed lively getting
acquainted songs and games.
Miss Morgan, the agent, gave
a talk on social etiquette and
developing personality thru
games and hobbies. Then
games including jar ring toss,
box hockey and bean bag toss
were played. After a delicious
supper, Elnora Heinrich, pia-
nist of camp, played some
special music. Folk games
furnished much merimentthe
larger part of the evening. A
trick, hypnotizing, was play-
ed. After everyone was in bed
and the lights turned out,
ghost stories were told.
The next morning the girls
were up early. They ate break
fast and went for a hike to
the Welhausen Park and
Dam. On the way, native
flowers and plants were iden-
tified and studied. A tired,
hungry group of girls came
back to camp around 11:30
o’clock, but they had a big
dinner waiting for them. In
the afternoon there were sing-
ing, story telling, games, and
folk dances. Then all left for
home saying that they made
many new friends and had a
wonderful time.
3 days beginning July 10. On
that day the celebration will
begin with a procession of all
societies at 9 :45 a. m. Msgr. L.
P. Netardus of Shiner will sing
a solemn high mass. Addresses
of welcome will be made by
Father J. O. Pustka, L. j.
Sandera and Mayor M, Femau
Jr., with response by A. J.
Kallus.
LEPER TAKEN TO
HOSPITAL
HALLETTSVILLE, June 25.
—Lavaca County sent its first
case of leprosy to the leper
colony at Carrville, La., this
week. A 20-year-old youth was
the victim and he had been
under suspicion for some time
before a definite diagnosis was
arrived at by means of micros-
copic tests by a San Antonio
physician. These were corro-
borated by Dr. Fredrick A.
Johannsen of the U. S, Marine
Hospital at Carrville, La., who
came here and conducted the
young man to that destination.
Guests in the Ernest Hajek
home last Sunday were: Mr.
and Mrs. Julius Kutac, (ir. and
Mrs. Frank Pechacek of Fla-
tonia, Mr. Adolf Bohtislav and
family of Hallettsville.
Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Wolters
and Edie returned from a very
pleasant vacation spent in the
western part of the state.
Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Merrem
returned from Marlin, greatly
benefitted by the hot baths
and treatment* received there.
Paul Klekar, the genial man-
ager at Elkins Store, is enjoy-
ing a weeks vacation.
Miss Selma Kempe returned
to Dallas after spending her
vacation with relatives and
friends here.
D. L. Hudson, candidate for
county clerk was handshaking
with friends here Monday.
Mrs. Gustave Wolters and
Mrs. Edwin Pohler spent Wed-
nesday in Austin.
Master Kenneth Key Hoff-
mann who had been visiting
here left for San Antonio ac-
companied by his aunt Mrs.
Gustave Wolters, who spent
the week end in that city.
Glenn Wagener of Houston
spent the week end with home-
folks here. Glenn has just re-
turned from a very pleasant
trip to California.
Misses Veronita Baca and
Maurine Riske are spending the
week in Kerrville attending the
Methodist Ehcampment for
Young People.
Julius and Clarice Hollman
from the University were here
over the week end.
Guests at the Peck Wel-
hausen home last Tuesday
were: MeSSrs Virgil Zi^k and
J; OPPeri of Louisville Kv.,
Mrs. Mayme Qpuert and Miss
Bessie Koehl of San Antonio
er.
We feel inadequate, and
words fail us in bringing a
tribute of appreciation of his
worth, influence and useful-
ness. Man himself has been
called a pendulem betwixt a
smile and a tear. As we love
and welcome the sunshine, we
must accept the shadows.
To those who held him near
an<j deaf we-would offer this
kindly admonition, do not fos-
ter your gloom and sorrow but
be constantly reminded of the
reunion “over there.” Leo had
legions of friends and it has
often been said and we again
repeat, they die not who live
in the memory of their friends,
a thousand sweet memories will
hold them fast to the places
they blessed with their pre-
sence and love.
May you each and all be
supported by the promises of
Him who doeth all things well,
until the fever of life is over
and we can say: “Thy Will
Not Mine Be Done.”
“God holds the key to all
unknown and I am glad.
If other hands should hold the
key,
Or if he trusted it to me, I
might be sad.
What if tomorrow’s care were
here without its rest?
I’d rather He’d unlock the
day,
And as the hours swing open,
Let me say—Thy Will is best.”
ELLA E. LANE
LAVACA CO. SKELETON
BURIED SATURDAY
HALLETTSVILLE, Texas. —
The skeleton believed to be
that of Joseph Lewandowski
which was found in a youpon
thicket on the Joe Svetlik farm
last Wednesday, was interred
in the Catholic Cemetery here
Saturday morning with short
services at Kubena’s Funeral
Home and at the grave, Rev. F.
O. Beck officiating-.
Lewandowski left home on
May 16, 1937, and was not
seen again alive. The bones
were found near a suitcase
identified as Lewandowki’s
which he had wtih him when
he left home, but .the cause of
his death has not been estab-
lished.
Miss Pauline Jaresh of Wied
visited her sister Mrs. John
Dolezal who has had a severe
sick spell lately. We are in-
debted to Miss Pauline for a
bunch of beautiful marigolds,
as pretty as any produced in a
hot-house.
Emil Hajek was a business
visitor to Hallettsville Mon-
day. .
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