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New Braunfels (broun`fəlz), city (1990 pop. 22,334), seat of Comal co., S central Tex., on the Guadalupe River; inc. 1847. Portland cement, consumer goods, crushed limestone, furniture, and leather goods are produced. Cattle, sheep, goats, hogs, and exotic animals are raised; corn, wheat and sorghum are grown; and there are wineries. New Braunfels was founded (1845) by Prince Carl von Solms-Braunfels and settled by thousands of German immigrants, whose heritage continues to flavor the city's culture. Local attractions include historical and children's museums; the Schlitterbahn waterpark; Landa Park, which contains Comal springs, river, and lake; and the nearby natural bridge caverns. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Sundling, who defeated Ryan Harrison of New Braunfels, Texas, 5-7, 6-0, 6-2 in the championship, won his final three matches after rallying from one-set deficits. Jim Grunert, superintendent, Comal School District, New Braunfels, Texas Moll Industries, Davie, FL, a bankrupt injection molding company, will close its San Antonio and Austin, TX, plants and consolidate operations in New Braunfels. |
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