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GIDDINGS, LEE COUNTY, TEXAS. THURSDAY. SEPT. 24, 1964
VOLUME 25
NUMBER 26
JOHN KNOX, MR. LEE COUNTY DIES
Gone--But He Won’t Be Forgotten
—$7.50.
Each contest has speci-
fic
purposes and certain rules
SEPTEMPER 20 - 26:
Giddings City Cemetery.
worked out by the
head-
ter holds its regular meetings on
Kenneth Schkade, and Jas. Shuff.
FOR CLERK OF THE MONTH!
ON DISPLAY FRIDAY. SEPT. 25th
SEPTEMBER 24-
9:30 a
erty for P. E. classes.
es will be served to local members Hribek
Stride Into Fine Car Field
The Corvette also becomes the
the widest variety of luxury mod-
our
ber 20-26 Various displays and he said.
Johnnie Randolph HB
Mission Rally Sunday
way and about 12 o'clock that night
The Paige Methodi st Church will
the Professor Fred Growcock as
HAPPY NEWS
the morning English |
167 yards rushing
ol
congratulations.
October Grand Jury.
both English services.
BOOST GIDDINGS - Join The Chamber of Commerce!
Rev. Max Studtmann is redov-
ering nicely at his home after his
duties at Immanuel Lutheran Chu-
rch very soon.
is sponsored by the Giddings Young
Homemakers.
ed by Mrs. Margaret Kriegel.
The CC welcomed the following
easier to own than any full-size
Dodge in years.
If you’re looking for a beautiful
First Downs
Rushing yard.
Passing yard.
Passes
Passes inter.
Punts
Fumbles lost
Yards Pen
to Victoria and then to Giddings
as charges are being filed and the
draft was returned unpaid,
investigation by radio got
service: Rev A F. Michalk in the
German service and Rev. Jon Si-
emssglusz in the Evening Vesper
The Navasota Rattlers wasted
no time in their bid to repeat their
victory of the week before as they
What makes Dodge think they’re
going to break sales records three
yaers in a row? Just take a look
at Gulf Motor Company on Fri-,
in the big, smooth riding Polara.
Elegant is the only word for the
styling.
We could go on and on but we
men and one lady believed to be
from Dallas and pretending to be
ushd car buyers in Dallas bought
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Larry Parsons
Mark Saunders
Johnny Otahal
Larry Vinklarek
Dick Watson
David Vasek
George Ludwig
Billy Cockrell
Wt.
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Buffs Rattle Rattlers Friday With
Blitz Attack In The Second Half
Pos.
QB
HB
Dodge Is Coming
Out BIG For 1965
Smithville is picked sixth in the
state in their A class. +
The Giddings line-up will be the
same as last week. For Smith
ville the line-up is as follows:
School Board
News
The School Board voted unani-
| mously to accept the lighting equ-
ipment for the tennis court, which
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scored on the first play of the
game last Friday. Quarterback
Solon Webb took the kick off ball
and with plenty of excellent block-
TROPHY SPONSORS: Leonard Symmank, Em-
mett Hannes, and Bill Pratho showing 4-H Club
Trophies which they are sponsoring in 1964. Mr.,
Hannes will present his eight trophies to the Ju-"
PAIGE METHODISTS TO
HAVE GROUNDBREAKING
Name
Robert Faldyn
Fred Baron
ret — each of the smartly styled
lookers you see there happens to be
bigger and more luxurious than
anything you’re used to in its
class. Outside, crisp, clean lines
Young Farmer Week
Officially Proclaimed
to end at Phillips Once again the
run failed and the escore stood
at 12-0 as the half ended.
But the Buffs were not to be
denied and fans who had come out
3000 strong to see them win their
third consecutive victory were not
Moseheim, two brothers, William
A. Knox of Waco and L. M Knox
of Palestine and three grandchil-
dren.". ' . •
Funeral services were held in
the First Presbyterian Church in
Giddings on Tuesday, September
22nd. At his request, his body lay
in state at the courthouse in Gid-
dings before service time. Phil-
lips & Luckey were in charge of
Gid.
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' recent stay at Lee Memorial Hos-
| pital.
J-C’s Receive
National Award
The Giddings Junior Chamber
of Commerce have just received
the Community Development A-
ward from the national headquar-
ters. This award is prevented for
outstanding service in contributing
to the overall growth and devel-
opment of the community."'
says that this is the year you’ve
been looking for. "The selection i s
big and the prices are right—see
the cars that Dodge makes, and
the deals that we make to make
you happy.”
The. Star
Keep up
plays, pamphlets, and posters in
the Chamber of Commerce office
day, September 25! . | room, response, just take a ride
We'll let you in on a little sec-
suggest that you see them all at
Gulf Motor Company on Septem-
Mr. Clarence Mutscher
J and the quarter ended with the
Rattlers leading 6-0
Taking to the air in the second
i quarter the Rattlers again scored
| when Bill Lucas passed 14 yards
for the Rattlers as he racked up
four touchdowns before the final
gun sounded.
The tide began to turn when Ste-
wart carried from the three yard
line for Giddings first score of the
game early in the third quarter.
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were Fred Wilhite and Artie Mae 6 MORE DAYS TO VOTE
Mitchell. 0 6 DAYS - •
The superintendent was author-
ized to purchase two instructional
pianos at a cost of about $550.00
each.
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145 There will also be various dis-
of the many years that this church
has permitted us to use their prop-
_ new members: Melton Siegmund,
the third Tuesday of every month City of Giddings Utilities Depart-
at 8:00 p. m. in the Giddings High ment, Giddings Electric Company,
COMMUNITY
Re CALENDAR
An
under- At Immanuel
ton. To reduce the cost of pro-
duction through efficient methods,
arrangements. Interment was in To improve soil fertility while in-
.Mr Schkade invites you to come
by and see the beautiful new cars
in a price-line to fit every budget
on Thursday, September 24.
Young Homemakers Area VII
Meeting Is To Be Saturday ‘
The second annual Area VII I will be from 1:00 to 2:00 p. m
Young Homemakers Conventionwith door prizes to be given to
will be held Saturday, September I the chapter with the largest rep-
26th, 1964 at the Gond lier Hotel resentation.
THE GIDDINGS STAR
Lee County’s Favorite Newspaper — More News About More Lee County People Than Any Other Newspaper — Anywhere!
District President, Mrs T H Ste-’lyn Bage and the advisors, Mrs.
ven.s of Madisonville Free lunch- Marilyn Kuhn and Miss Mary Ann
: ing carried it fifty-six yards to
pay dirt. The conversion failed
that led to roguish roofs. In- ber.25th.
side, spacious luxury that includes
the use of leather-grained vinyls, |
simulated woods, woven- wicker
organized on a school district or
county-wide basis. The Giddings
Young Farmer Chapter is one of
33 new -chapters which have affili-
ated with the State Association in
recent months.
Winning Streak Against Smithville
be the best of the season as
trim, and deep, pile carpeting.
Starting with the all-new Cor-
onet for those of you with a limi-
ted budget, but unlimited taste
the Coronet combines the comfort
of the full-sized cars with the ease
of handling of the compacts—it’s
easy to drive, easy to park, and
In addition to the regular busi-
meeting ness meeting. Miss Helen James,
• 1 Wendy Ward Charm Counselor, of
fice This coffee is being held as
a climax to Young Homemakers Pels and product features in
of Texas week which is Septem-‘ more than a half century history.
Mr Albert Schkade of O.K. Sales ments are continued for the Che-
Company aid today that Chevro- velle; Chevy H. and Corvette lines,
let is taking its longest stride into
to acquaint the public with the
YH program and some of the lo-
cal chapter’s past acoomplilsh-
ments —.— --..-----—
first American car to provide four-
wheel disc brakes as standard
Those planning to attend from
m P T A Leadership I Giddings are Mrs. Adeline Mel-
nior and Senior 4-H Club Rifle Team on Novem-
ber 21. Mr. Pratho will present his Swine Tro-
phies to the Lee County 4-H Club Swine winners
also on November 21. Mr. Symmank will present
two Automotive and two Tractor Trophies.
Currently, there are over 200
Young Farmer chapters in Texas School Vo-Ag Building.
There are all new cars in two
lines, the Chevrolet and the Cor-
vair. Significant styling, refine-
the fine car field with its 1965
passenger cars. 1, "There is no
doubt about it — we’re offering
equipment.
With its new models, Chevrolet
hopes thus year to establish its
third successive industry sales
mark.
He was 83 years old and had
served as Lee County surveyor
for fifty three years and as head
of the Lee County Abstract Co. for
forty-nine years He was first elec-
ted county surveyor in 1910; and
took office in 1911, an d served
continuously until his death
The local chapter was organ- program even more attractive,
ized in March, 1964 and received Complete details will be given in
its charter from the State Asso- the Star next week.
things began to add up At 6:00
a. m on September 22 the 1957 day, September 27 in observance
have ground breaking for their Ford was located in Victoria, Tex- of Mission Rally Sunday. The
as. where two more cars were-services will be held at 8:30 a m
case will be turned over to the service. Both choirs will sing in |
ciation this past August. The Cha-
pter has a total of 24 members
and associate members and is still
growing rapidly. Some of the
planned programs of the local
chapter for the coming year in-
clude: Winter Cover Crops, Farm
Income Tax Management, Soil
Testing and Plant Food, Arc Weld-
ing Short Course, Brush Control,
Beef Cattle Short Course; plus
various community service and
recreational activities. The Chap-
Contest Sponsored
Annually By
Local Merchants
Various contests are sponsored
annually for 4-H Club members
by interested businessmen. The
prizes awarded in each of the con-
tests consist of first—$20.00; second
-$15.00; third-$7.50 and fourth
was donated by the Community
Tennis Club The Board wishes to
express its appreciation to Mr.
Henry Umschied and members of
the club for this gift.
Two teachers were hired for the
Northwest School The two hired
in Austin
Registration for the
C C Planning
Continuing
Trade Promotion
At a special meeting of the Gid-
dings Chamber of Commerce on
Tuesday, September 22nd, mem-
bers enthusiastically made plans
for the special ways of inviting
you to Giddings to do your Christ-
mas shopping. The giant give-a-
way which was so well accepted
last year will be repeated with
new features added to make the
creasing yields. To control cot-
ton insects. To encourage the
planting of recommended variet-
ies.
Fashi n Dimes Do the Work of
Dollars." t.
Climaxing the evening will be a
banquet where the chapter awards
will be given
| disappointed. Jackie Stewart's
brilliant running proved too much
Again the plans are being made
by the committee headed by Mrs.
Clara Matthijetz to make Giddings
one of the most beautifully decora-
ted cities for the Christmas sea-
son. The Hospitality Committee
reported that plans are being made
to have a welcoming coffee for
all newcomers to 2 oh _ every
three months. Details are being
Pr cedure Course to be held at!cher, Mrs LaVerne Gersch, Mrs.
Schubert’s Restaurant All mem-Ramona ,McPhail, Mrs Jo Ann
bers and prospective members are: Hart, Mrs. Vera Young, Mrs Shi-
161
Special services will be held at 62
Immanuel Lutheran Church, Sun-71
way to move forward in style, t____
FOR CLERK OF THE MONTH! tthe good work, Jackie!
CENTEX BACK OF THE WEEK
Jackie Stewart was named the
"Back-of-the-Week" by The Aus-
tip American Sports Writer, Geo-
rge Breazeale. Stewart now leads
Central Texas scoring with 58
The period of September 20-26
is Young Farmer Week in Texas
as officially proclaimed by Gov-
ernor John Connally.
The Young Farmer Chapters are
sponsored by the wo-ag teachers
in the public schools and is known
as the big brother of the Future
Farmer. Active membership is
restricted to ages 18-35; a. person
over 35 may belong in capacity of
associate member, however.
The Young Farmers carry out
educational activities designed to
continuously upgrade themselves
in their farming and ranching or
agriculture related occupations
and that while they are organized
primarily for educational purpo-
ses, they incorporate in their
planned programs, civic and com-
munity service activities, rural
leadership development and rec-
reation.
must be followed. 1
The Giddings Grain Company of
Giddings sponsors the 4-H Hybrid
Grain Sorghum contest with the
following purposes in mind. To
encourag: farmers to try out hy-
brid grain sorghums To promote
proper use of fertilizer To give
4-H members practical experience
in producing a crop and in record
keeping. To encourage efficiency
in production.
The 4-H Corn Contest is spon-
sored by Kieschnick’s Feed Store
in Giddings. Its purpose is. To en-
courage the use of hybrids. To
encourage the proper use of fer-
tilizer. T( give 4-H members a
chance to actually produce a crop
and keep records.
Lee County Peanut Company of
Giddings sponsors the 4-H Peanut
Contest. The purpose of this con-
tests is to determine the value of
good management practices in
peanut production.
The 4-H Cotton Contest is spon-
sored by Lexington Gin and Mill
of Lexington. It purpose is: To-
promote the growing of better cot-
The conversion run failed and
there was nothing left to do but
try again and this he did post
haste when he concluded a long
drive down field to score again
and just for good measure Mike
Jones kicked the extra point put-
ting the Buffs ahead 13-12 as the
third quarter ended
Not satisfied with this margin
Stewart broke loose for a thirty
yard run over the goal line and
Wayne Knippa tallied up the ex-
tra points making the score 21-
12.
The thrilling climax came in the
last 15 seconds of play when Alan
Zschech lateraled to Stewart who
ran fourteen yards for the final
TD of the game. With less than
2 seconds left to play Mike Jones
kicked the extra point, making the
final score 28-12.
It can truly be said that from
the first play to the last the game
between the Navasota Rattlers
and the Giddings Buffaloes will
long be remembered.
ior High at Giddings.
7:30 p m. Giddings B Team
Football game with Smithville B
Team here.
Open House
Saturday at 290
Mr. and Mrs. Edward (Dean).
Wilhite extend an invitation to
each and everyone of you to .come
to see them Saturday at the
“open house” celebration at 290
Truck Stop, located one mile east
of Giddings on Highway 290.
Lovely ivy plants will be given
to the ladies, handy gift packs to
the men, and favors for all the
| children.
In addition to the free gifts the
following prizes will be awarded
| at the drawing at 8 00 p. m.
1. Four winners will receive 25
gal. of Enco Extra gasoline.
2. Set of front floor mats
3 Free Sunday dinner for the
family.
I 4 Service your car with Atlas
Anti-freeze. i
5 Flashlight with batteries.
You need not be present to win.
All winners will be notified.
Stop by and visit with Mr. and
Mrs. Wilhite Saturday You will
, enjoy the best of Humble’s famous
service for your car while you
satisfy your appetite with tine
foods from their kitchen — pre-
pared the way you like it.
They will be looking for you at
290 Truck Stop — Cafe and Hum-
ble Service Station
Local Merchant i Buffaloes Out To Continue
Hit By Proffessional.
Car Thieves _
On the 10th of September two The- Giddings Buffaloes will be
fighting hard Friday night when
they meet the Smithville Tigers
at Smithville in order to keep
n 1957 Ford from the OK Sales their 1964 record perfect. After
Company and a draft was given a long losing streak the Burts have
on the Arlington bank in the a-come up with three wins in three
mount of $350.00. i games thus far this season.
On the 21st day of September Friday nights game promises to
Albert Schkade, manager of O.K |
| Sales notified the sheriff that the
new parsonage, Sunday, September
27 at 5 00 p. in. The Rev. Elmer
J Hierhelzer, Superintendent ofon September 22, the culprits were
attending Please call Mrs Bill -------------
Livey for reservations ON DISPLAY THURSDAY. SEPT. 24:
SEPTEMBER 2 . _ w . I
630 p. m Giddings Junior Hi ChevroletTakes LODE
Football game vs Smithville Jun- lSW ■ S * E Ce "AV* - C
The board also voted to donate
approximately 24 old desks to the
St Margaret’s Church. These old
invited and urged to attend. The | rley Hannes, Mrs Karen Kappler, desks are no longer used in our
course will be taught by the 20thMr Mary Jane Reed. Mrs Caro- school The board is appreciative
John Knox, the noted reformer of
Scotland.
Knox had been a member of the
Masonic Lodge since 1907. He
was active in the Presbyterian
'church,, having served as a ruling
elder and a clerk of the session
for more than forty years.
He owned one of the finest gun 1
collections in the state and his
hobbies included collecting many
other historical relics. Many tim-
es he spoke of opening an histor-
cal museum in Lee County.
In 1963 Knox had published a
collection of poems, “Meditations
in Rhyme" which embodied much
of his homespun philosophy of life
as well as the folklore of the re-
gion. He dedicated the book to
his late beloved wife, Edna Mon-
roe Knox.
Knox is survived by four chil-
dren, John, Robert, and Louis of
Giddings and Mrs. John Marcia of
Dallas. Also surviving are two
sisters, Mrs. Mary Oxford of Clif-
ton and Mrs. Betty Tipton of
The coffee climaxes the Young
Homemakers of Texas Week, which
is September 20-26. points to his credit and a record
He hopes to resume his. - of 4
| ONLY 6 MORE DAYS TO VOTE adds
kown and in custody at Corpus speaker ir
Christi. They will soon be back
the Austin District will be the
speaker. 1
Everyone is invited to come and
worship. Refreshments will be
served at the church after the ser+
vice.
•
SEPTEMBER 25-
9 'till 11 00 a m The Giddings
Assocciation of Young Homemak-
ers will have a Walk-In Coffee at
the Chamber of Commerce of
bought the same way. By 8 a. m and 10:45 a.m and 7 30 p.m. with
Montgomery Ward. Austin will
present a very informative pro-
gram entitled, ’Making " Your |
He was a lifelong resident of
Lee County and the most widely
accepted authority on Lee County
history. He was "the indispens-
able" member of the Lee County
Historical Society. He was also a
member of a Scottish Society and
was believed to be a relative of
Walk-In Coffee
Friday Morning
A Walk-In Coffee will be held '
Friday morning, September 25th
from 9 00 to 11:00 a. m. at the 4
Chamber of Commerce Office. It
John Knox, Lee County survey- Knox considered his most im-
or, philosopher, and beloved friend portant job to be serving people
died Sunday morning. September and anyone in Lee County will tell
20th, at Lee Memorial Hospital -you- that, it was „in this field that,
ifter a brief illness. he achieved unparalled success.
posters will be set up in the Cham-
ber office to better acquaint the
public with the Young Homemak-
ers program.
•
SEPTEMBER 28-
7 00 p. m General Cub Scout
Pack meeting at the First Meth-
odist Church. Cub Master, Leroy
Foyt urges all boys between the
. ages of 8 and 10 who are inter-
ested in joining the scouts to at-
tend along with their parents.
•
SEPTEMBER 28
7 30 p in Come to the Cub
Scout Fair at the Parish Hall in
Dime Box. Exhibits, games and
food for sale. Proceeds will be
used for Cub Scout work
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