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Newspaper

Moulton Eagle

Location

Moulton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 05, 1940

Page

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Fire Department Dance Saturday April 20

The Moulton Volunteer Fire Department held its regular meeting at the fire station with Chief W. H. Pundt presiding. Bill Cornelson's Orchestra will provide music for the annual dance at Herman Park Hall Saturday night April 20. Tickets may be bought in advance. Lee Jarosek leads the ticket committee. an advertising committee is named. Hugo Boehm gains honorary membership. Tommy Picha moves from honorary to active. Roll call lists 15 active and three honorary members.

Moulton W. H. Pundt William Miculka Bill Cornelson Herman Park Hall Lee Jarosek Donald Bunting Harvey Louis Fehrenkamp Weldon Koape Hugo Boehm Tommy Picha

Hull Fisbeck Wedding Solemnized Here

Govan J. Hull and Miss Ellen Fisbeck were united in marriage at the Lutheran Parsonage on Wednesday March 27 with Rev. E Jacobs officiating. The couple will reside at Palacios where Mr Hull operates the Harbor Inn.

Govan J. Hull Ellen Fisbeck E. Jacobs Frank J. Hull Old Moulton Mary Fisbeck Near Moulton Palacios Hull Harbor Inn Hagle

Mrs Chas J Kasper Laid to Rest in Shiner

Mrs Charles J Kasper aged 58 3 12 died Thursday at her home in Shiner. Burial was in Shiner City Cemetery Saturday with Rev Richard Schuetze Lutheran minister officiating. Survived by husband a son Superintendent Charles Kasper of Flatonia three daughters Vera Kasper Mrs Otto Remmers and Mrs Emil Kuck one grandson three sisters and two brothers. The Eagle extends sympathy.

Charles J. Kasper Shiner Shiner City Richard Schuetze Charles Kasper Flatonia Vera Kasper Otto Remmers Emil Kuck

Baby Diana Sue Casey Born in Moulton

Mr and Mrs Maynard Casey of Moulton welcome a seven pound girl named Diana Sue Casey born at Shiner hospital on Sunday March 31. Family expresses joy.

Maynard Casey Moulton Shiner Hospital Diana Sue Casey

Sulak Announces Candidacy for Ninth District Congress

State Senator L. J. Sulak of LaGrange announced this week his bid for Congress in the Ninth District opposing Representative J. J. Mansfield of Columbus.

L. J. Sulak LaGrange Congress J. J. Mansfield Columbus

Health Cleanup and Safety Week Proclaimed in Texas

Governor O Danial designated this week as Health Cleanup and Safety Week urging civic groups to cooperate in a statewide spring cleanup campaign and make it meaningful this year.

Texas O’daniel

Lavaca County Interscholastic League Meet Concludes in Moulton

The Lavaca County Interscholastic League Meet finished here Saturday marking the second time Moulton has hosted the event. The rivalry among local schools spurs interest in studies and fosters neighborliness between communities.

Lavaca Moulton

Miriam Ferguson Weighs Gubernatorial Candidacy in Texas

Rumors say Mrs. Miriam A. Ferguson may enter the Democratic primary for governor seeking a third term. She has received many letters urging her to run and is expected to decide soon.

Miriam A. Ferguson Texas

No April cut in old age pensions says Austin dispatch

A Austin report states there will be no reduction in April old age pension payments and hints at a possible small increase. The note suggests this will comfort elderly recipients who have long awaited promised improvements since the pension amendment's adoption.

Austin

What has become of Colonel Charles Augustus Lindbergh

The passage notes Charles A Lindbergh once featured prominently in national capital dispatches yet has since faded from public attention. It questions whether his outspoken nature or cautious stance led to less coverage, while affirming his unique knowledge of national air forces from firsthand experience.

Charles Augustus Linbergh N Ephinx Lindbergh

Farley Seeks Presidential Nomination Background

Postmaster General James A. Farley enters the arena for the presidential nomination. He played a key role in both of President Roosevelt's campaigns and is seen as central to Roosevelt's political success. Roosevelt offers no public stance on Farley's bid.

James A. Farley Harley Roosevelt Farley Rooosevelt

Fullers earth shipments eyed for Moulton area industry

The Eagle reports over 1,000,000 pounds of Fullers earth shipped from Moulton last month. No shipments this month, but resumption is expected soon. Large deposits and new clay discoveries support establishing a pottery industry in the region.

The Eagle Moulton

Crash Victims Buried At Robstown Thursday

Three Robstown men died Wednesday when their automobile was struck by a locomotive. Joint funeral services were held at Robstown Thursday. Steve Holchak of Shiner, a Robstown businessman, survived by a widow, children, and several siblings. Truman Kellam, banker, and Raymond Stubbs, businessman, also survived by families.

Steve Holchak Shiner Robstown Truman Kellam Raymond Stubbs Holchak Moulton S. J. Holchak Max Edwin Holchak Kenedy Herbert Holchak Kerrville Bennet Charlie Holchak Peck Welhausen Kellam Stubbs

Moulton Second in One Act Play at Yoskum

Moulton High School earned second place in the one act play The Road Into the Sun at Yoskum Wednesday night. Victor Jemelka and Elnora Butschek were named on the all star cast alongside Marjorie Darilek Dorothy Jean Windel and Taylor Bienunke. Yoakum won first place with Elsa Mae Leate and Dan Micek on the all star cast.

Moulton High School Yoskum Victor Jemelka Elnora Butschek Allstar Marjorie Darilek Dorothy Jean Windel Taylor Bienunke Yoakum Elsa Mae Leate Dan Micek

Komensky PTA Meeting Friday Night

The Komensky Parent-Teacher Association will meet Friday night April 5 at the school. All members are urged to attend. Mr Jerome Kocian will stage a three act farce titled Always in Trouble for the program.

Komensky Parent-Teacher Association Jerome Kocian

Only Ten Marriage Licenses in Lavaca County in March

County Clerk D. L. Hudson reports only ten marriage licenses issued in Lavaca County during March. He also notes 267 chattel mortgages filed in March, bringing total filings since January 1 to 793.

D. L. Hudson Lavaca Mr. Hudson

Stork Delivers Baby Boy at Wink Texas Home

The stork visited Mr. and Mrs. Walter G. Schilhab of Wink Texas on April 2 and left a bouncing baby boy. Mrs. Schilhab was formerly Miss Estella Beran, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles K. Beran of Movlion. Congratulations

Walter G. Schilhab Wink Texas Schilhab Estella Beran Charles K. Beran Movlion

Light voter turnout in city alderman election

Only 75 votes cast Tuesday as R. B. Papacek and Vlad Boehm were re elected to the aldermen board Julius Krejci won the seat replacing Ed Win A Jaeggli who did not seek reelection Final tallies show Krejci 88 Papacek 73 Boehm 68 Etlinger 36 write in votes listed and two election officers named Geo von Lienen judge and clerks William Hillmer and G J Bohnenkamp

R. B. Papacek Vlad Boehm Board of Aldermen Julius Krejci Edwin A. Jaeggli Vlad. Boehm R. A. Etlinger Donald Bunting EB. A. Jaegglis A. J. Darilek Geo von Lienen William Hillmer G. J. Bohnenkamp

Three Families Move This Week

Mr. C C Orts and family moved into the Biehunke bunga low in the western part of town. Mr. Louis Pietsch and family moved into the Boehm bun galow vacated by Mr. Earl Needham and family. Mr. Earl Needham and family moved into the Kolar cottage on Highway 95.

C.C. Orts Louis Pietsch Boehm Earl Needham Kolar Highway 95

Regional fire chiefs meet in Victoria

Fire Chief W H Pundt Mayor Joe Biehunko and Supt Stanley Cernosek attended the regional meeting of fire marshals and fire chiefs in Victoria Sunday. A program was described as interesting and instructive.

W.H. Pundt Joe Biehunko Stanley ¥. Cernosek Victoria

Almedia Beauty Shoppe Opens at New Location

Mrs Earl Needham moves Almedia Beauty Shoppe to Kolar cottage on Highway 95 and invites customers to visit at the new site.

Almedia Beauty Shoppe Earl Needham Almedia Kolar Cottage Highway 95

Moulton Business Man Undergoes Operation

W F Oehl a prominent Moulton businessman had surgery at La Grange hospital Monday morning. His many friends are pleased to hear he is recovering nicely.

W.F. Oehl Moulton la Grange Hospital

Moulton Bay Student Named Baylor Program Chairman

L A Dickson from Moulton has been selected as program chairman of the Volunteer band on the Baylor campus. Dickson, a Baylor student studying for the ministry, was announced by President Charles Culpepper.

Waco Texas L A. Dickson Baylor University Moulton Baylor Charles Culpepper Dickson

Baseball Season Opens Sunday April 7

The Parish League opener features Hallettsville against Moulton at Sulphur Park on Sunday April 7. The first game of the season sets the tone for local league play with both teams seeking early success.

Hallettsville Vs. Moulton Sulphur Park

Krause Couple Headed Back to Hollywood From Kilgore Visit

August W. Krause and his wife left Kilgore to visit Mrs. Krause’s mother Mrs. J B Watson and will return to their Hollywood California home after several days in the area.

August W. Krause Kilgore Mrs. Krause J. B. Watson Hollywood California

Lavaca County Meet Results Highlight Local Winners

The Lavaca County Meet featured winners across multiple divisions. Moulton district teams excelled in volleyball, declamation, spelling, arithmetic, and track events with top placements for Shiner Yoakum Moulton and Hallettsville. Junior and ward school contestants earned numerous ribbons, with standout performances in high jump, sprints, relays, and ready writers.

Moulton Jewell Lockwell Fred Fehrenkamp Ward Iva Sue Jaeggli Hugh Lee Glatzert Dolores Dueho Dorothy Jean Windel Zavesky Lockwell Ward School Eugene Boehm Roland Wellis Charles Pusterovsky Ready Writers Lovelle Fiedler Rose Nell Orts

Wilson Addresses Physics Class at Moulton High

J. B. Wilson, local manager of Central Power and Light Company, spoke to the Moulton High School physics class on April 2. He explained old and new electric meters, described radio vacuum tubes, and demonstrated the prone-pressure method of resuscitation.

J. B. Wilson Central Power and Light Company Moulton High School Wilson

Moulton P T A to Have Night Meeting

The April P T A meeting will be held Wednesday evening April 10 in the high school auditorium. Mr Henry Chovanetz will speak on Rest and Relaxation and lead a group of games. A musical program will feature the Rhythm band and high school groups directed by Mr Teague.

Henry Chovanetz Teague

Claud Knopp Elected Komensky Principal

Claud Knopp, longtime member of the Sam and Will Moore Institute faculty, has been elected principal of Komensky school for the upcoming scholastic session. He succeeds Jerome Kocian, who moves to Baursville.

Claud Knopp Sam and Will Moore Institute Komensky School Jerome Kocian Baursville

Returns From Hospital Getting Along Fine

Mrs. Edward Darilek returned home Monday evening from Shiner hospital after an appendectomy. She is recuperating nicely, the Eagle reports.

Edward Darilek Shiner Hospital Eagle

Trustee Election At Komensky

An election for a school trustee will be held at Komensky on Saturday April 6 with polls open from 12 noon until 6 p m according to school officials.

Komensky Komensky Satururday

School Trustee Election Saturday for Moulton ISD

An election will be held Saturday April 6 to elect two trustees for the Moulton Independent School District. Incumbents F C Smith and Herbert Fiedler seek re election. New candidates Fred Fehrenkamp and John Havlik join the race.

Moulton Independent F.C. Smith Herbert Fiedler Fred F. Fehrenkamp John V. Havlik

Moulton Choral Club Sings at San Marcos

The Moulton High School Choir directed by F L Teague performed in the San Marcos singing contest. About fifty voices formed the group which is regarded as one of the best in the state.

Moulton Choral Club San Marcos Moulton High School F. L. Teague Ranki

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Fire Department Chas. J. Kasper Sulak Komensky P.T. A Moulton Business Man Moulton Bay American Legion Auxiliary and Band Mothers Boursville Culak Novohrad Greige Oak Grove Witting Alfred Hildebrandt Moravia Charlottenburg Breslau Burjes South Mustang Evergreen Boethel East Side Stephen F. Austin Hallettsville Sweet Home Ist Antoinette Kolar Colleen Fehrenkamp Victor Fehrenkamp Victor Boehm Willie Pundt Willie Batey Cordelia Boehm Moulton P.T. A
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