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Moulton Eagle

Location

Moulton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1977

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FFA and 4 H Stock Show Highlights Grand Champion Leghorn

James Meiserschlaeger, an FFA member and son of Mrs. Lilly Meiserschlaeger, displays his Grand Champion 5 Leghorn Broilers at the big stock show. The event drew strong participation from FFA and 4 H members.

James Meiserschlaeger FFA Lilly Meiserschlaeger Robert Berckenhoff Diana Wenske Wayne Krejci Margene Jersey Wayne The Moulton Ffa Eugene Krejci Jimmie Harrell Suffolk Lamb Darilek Randy Supt Thomas Hoyer Russell Pilat Hampshire

Apology Issued by Moulton Chamber to Legion Post

The Moulton Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture apologizes to American Legion Post No. 392 for an error discovered at the March 21, 1977 meeting. The oversight has been corrected and no hard feelings are expected.

Moulton

Last date to assess property for 1977 school tax announced

Lexie Etlinger as Tax Collector informs residents the final date for property assessment of the 1977 school tax is April 29, 1977. The notice lists the official filing reference 31-3-ch and urges timely action.

Wire Theft Report Near Moulton During Holy Mission Week

Herman Hanslik of Moulton Texas requests sightings of a vehicle with loose rolled galvanized hog wire after two large rolls were stolen from a feedlot area north of Moulton around March 30 or 31 during Holy Mission Week. Call 512 596 4580 or write Route 1 Box 30 Moulton with any information.

Moulton Catholic Church Moulton Shiner Flatonia Box 30 Texas

James Bryan in Weimar Hospital With Pneumonia

Mr James Bryan was admitted to Youens Hospital in Weimar on Saturday and is seriously ill with pneumonia. Friends extend wishes for a speedy recovery.

James Bryan Youens Hospital Weimar

FFA and 4-H Stock Show Sale Results Promised

Notice states the April 1 stock show and sale results will appear in next week's Eagle. A report will include buyers exhibitors and other participants.

Purpose Of Title VII Nutrition Program In Moulton

The nutrition program for seniors 60 and over aims to combat poor diet and isolation while promoting health and independent living. It offers five day congregate lunches, transportation five days a week, and weekly mini bus service Friday for errands. Other services include escort, recreation, shopping help, counseling, nutrition education, information and outreach. For details contact Mrs. Lisette Faltisch at 596-4981.

Moulton Lisette Faltisch

Good Friday FHA Bake Sale Slated at Bank Corner

The FHA announces a bake sale on Friday April 8 from 9 to 12 at the bank corner. Proceeds fund activities and Easter goodies will be offered for sale.

Good Friday F.H.A. Bake Sale FHA

Moulton High Band Wins First in Regional Contests

Moulton High School Band won First Division in Concert and First in Sight-Reading at a regional contest held Friday March 25 at Vanderbilt Industrial High School. Competing with 15 other schools, Moulton was the sole Class B entrant. judges rated performances across five levels. This is the first time Moulton swept both contests, earning a special plaque for not entering the marching contest. A concert is planned for the 18th in the school gym featuring the Class B regional winners.

Moulton Vanderbilt Industrial High School

Three Moulton Trustees Elected Unopposed

Three candidates ran unopposed for the Moulton Independent School District board on Saturday. Incumbent Gene Selzer won re election with 201 votes, Carl Henke earned 184, and August Targae 187, joining the board alongside County School Trustee Milburn Kram who collected 207 votes.

Moulton Independent Gene Selzer Carl Henke August Targae Moulton Milburn Kram

Chamber of Commerce meets in regular session

The Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture held its regular monthly meeting at St. Joseph Hall with President Cindy Petrek presiding. Minutes from February were approved. Planning covered the Stag Supper on April 13 and the Banquet on May 18, with a dance by Sundowners replacing a speaker and further Jamboree preparations discussed.

Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture St. Joseph Hall Cindy Petrek

Variety Show Contestants Needed at St. Class

Enter the St. Class Variety Show on April 29 at 8 p.m. in the High School Gym. Prizes award 1st 10 dollars 2nd 7 dollars 3rd 5 dollars. Skits songs dances needed contact Barbara Brom Roberta Motal Linda Moeller or Jennifer Jalufka with phone numbers provided.

Barbara Brom Roberta Motal Linda Moeller Jennifer Jalufka

Appreciation Sale At Fisbeck Groc This Weekend

Fisbeck's Grocery in Moulton hosts an Appreciation Sale this weekend spanning Thursday through Saturday April 7 8 9 The event honors the Grand Opening and 35th Anniversary sales by owners Mr and Mrs David Fisbeck The store highlights special food items and extends Happy Easter wishes to all shoppers.

Fisbeck Moulton David Fisbeck Fisbeck Grocery

Winners at D. and L. Variety Store 4th Anniversary Sale

The D. and L. Variety Store announced prizes for its 4th anniversary sale. First prize went to Mrs. Louis E. Kocian for a $10 gift certificate, second to Linhart Technik for a $10 certificate, third to Mrs. Joe Allen Pilat for $5, fourth to Mrs. Theo Wenske for $5, and fifth to Shirley Schoenweitz for $5.

Louis E. Kocian Linhart Technik Joe Allen Pilat Theo Wenske Sth Shirley Schoenweitz

FHA Bike Hike Sees Pledges For Seven Mile Walk

The FHA event on Saturday April 2 featured juniors Suzie Bohuslav and Susan Weathers and others from classes including Terri Williams Roxann Tenney Terri Orts Terri Maresh Yvonne Polasek Catherine Machacek and Missy Kolar. Walkers completed seven miles and bikers thirteen miles for a pledge total of 112 dollars.

Suzie Bohuslav Susan Weathers Terri Williams Roxann Tenney Terri Orts Terri Maresh Yvonne Polasek Catherine Machacek Missy Kolar

Meyer Elected Mayor of Moulton in Saturday Election

Harry E. Meyer won the Moulton mayoralty by about two to one, tallying 145 write-in votes to incumbent Jack Sharar’s 70 ballots. Meyer, a longtime local rancher and former alderman, serves on several civic groups and directs Farmers & Merchants State Bank, while NatMinzodin Rosmont and Ervin Patek were re elected as aldermen.

Harry E. Meyer Moulton Jack Sharar Meyer Sharar VFW The American Legion Harry NatMinzodin Rosmont

Annual VFW Easter Picnic at Moulton VFW Hall

Plans are set for the Annual VFW Easter Picnic at the VFW Hall in Moulton on Easter Sunday April 10. A cafeteria dinner starts 11 30 a m with stew fried chicken and trimmings. Tickets Adults 2 25 Children 1 00. An Easter Egg Hunt begins 2 p m for kids under eight. Games concessions and a free 2 00 dance feature Joe Patek Orchestra. Hamburgers served afternoon. The Velvets perform 7 to 11 p m for the evening dance. All invited for a day of mingling and fun.

VFW Moulton Joe Patek

YHT Members Hold Workshop

The Moulton Young Homemakers hosted a macrame workshop on March 29, 1977 at 7 30 p m in the Homemaking Cottage. Mrs Margaret Martin guided 11 members and 4 guests in crafting macrame hanging baskets with the half knot semit and handed out instruction sheets on other knots. Attendees enjoyed the session.

Moulton Young Homemakers Margaret Martin

Moultonites Kin Mourn Robstown War Veteran

Jaro W. Rektorik 84 of Robstown died after a long illness. A Moravia Texas native and World War I veteran he retired from farming and led Robstown American Legion Post 155 and P J S T Lodge. Funeral held April 2 at Robstown Funeral Home with Msgr. Scecina officiating. Buried Robstown Cemetery. Survivors include wife Agnes two sons Archie and Herbert a daughter Johnny Knesek ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Jaro W. Rektorik Robstown Moravia Texas American Legion P.J.S.T. Lodge Msgr Scecina Robstown Funeral Home Agnes Johnny Knesek Austin Archie Rektorik Herbert Rektorik Spring R. E. Hrnci Joe Fabrygel Frank Hrnci Moulton Emil Hrnci Hallettsville Don Fabryel Emil Hrnek George Rektorik Pete Liberda Bernard Halata

Also Mentioned on This Page

Robert Moulton 4-H Club Mrs He Is the Son of Mr. and Marvin Shimek Randy Hoyer Adolph Pilat Feed Lot Mr. and Charlie Pilat Lexie Etlinger Herman Hanslik C. of C Fisbeck Groc Mrs. Fisbeck Ervin Patek VFW Hall YHT Moultonites
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