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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1914
Page
1
Houston trade boosters did not visit Moulton missing a strong local opportunity. The prompt notes a missed chance to engage with Moulton's business community.
About 2000 cars of vegetables have been shipped from the coast country through April 1. The movement reflects steady export activity, with suppliers reporting strong demand from inland buyers and regional markets.
Leopold Morris of Victoria will deliver the opening speech of his gubernatorial campaign in Dallas on May 6. He faces scrutiny from supporters and rivals as he outlines policy goals and outlines campaign themes for the race.
Community members are urged to back the sidewalk fund benefiting Moulton with a timely contribution, highlighting an opportunity to improve public safety and infrastructure.
Tom Ball of Houston will open his campaign for the Democratic nomination for governor at Greenville on April 21.
Constructionists who met in Fort Worth Tuesday were stampeded by Ferguson followers. The clash highlighted tension between opposing groups in the city as they argued over leadership and direction.
Governor Colquitt will support James E Ferguson for governor and plans multiple speeches on his behalf.
Readers are urged to peruse The Eagle's advertising column. Merchants' ads may list needed articles and save money while aiding local business and printers in the community.
Mrs. O B Colquitt president of the Texas Public Health Association reports that Red Cross Christmas Seals receipts on April 1 totaled 11818.36. About 150 local chairmen have not reported and several individuals have not remitted. They hope to reach several thousand more and lift total sales to at least 15000.
President Wilson orders eleven warships to Mexican waters to force a public salute to Old Glory after American marines were arrested at Tampico. If Huerta refuses the demands the ports of Tampico and Vera Cruz may be seized at once.
The Eagle reports its fourteenth volume, expanding its reach and rising circulation. The editors invite readers to share news items, thank sponsors and subscribers, and acknowledge co editors for community reports.
A long list of visitors and residents includes Mr. and Mrs. Emil Lewin, Mrs. Laura Valenta, Miss Lillie Stock, and County Attorney and Mrs. L. Stavinoba. Several trips, visits, and arrivals are noted across Smithville, Flatonia, Shiner, Cuero, Lolita, Nickel, and Moulton with local business leaders and students mentioned. Fire at Peter Etlinger’s home causes $250 loss with unknown origin.
A Kentucky teacher runs night schools for parents who cannot read or write, using moonlit nights due to bad roads. In three years illiteracy drops from 1100 to 23 in one county and many attendees later become teachers while farmers gain wealth through learned methods and government literature.
The Texas Industrial Congress of Dallas offers ten thousand dollars in gold in prizes for top net profits in specified crops and best steers and hogs. Open to all Texas farmers at no cost with entries due by May 1 for crops and June 1 for livestock. Application blanks available at The Ragle office.
A civic call to optimistic planning and organized community effort. The piece defines city building as both science and art aimed at practical and agreeable urban development driven by cooperation and a strong commercial organization.
Local visitors include H H Schultz of Witting with Breslau guests and a note that Schultz ordered The Eagle. Jennings Studeman celebrated his sixth birthday with friends at home. Real estate transactions this week include Frank Kresta selling 10.89 acres for 8800 to Joe Sturm and several lot and land transfers valued from 1600 to 3500.
Local residents share travels and visits to Schulenburg Yoakum Flatonia and San Antonio. The Mothers Club hosts an Apron and Bonnet Bazaar at the schoolhouse next Tuesday. Hallettsville and local school teams play here Tuesday with Easter events including egg hunts and dancing. Reporter April 13, 1914.
The Victor Orange murder case ended in a mistrial after the jury, out since Thursday afternoon, failed to reach a verdict. Judge Kennon discharged the jury and adjourned the term after four weeks. Orange faced murder charges in the death of his wife. Judge Kennon departed for Columbus after court.
Notice from business men of Moulton states they will close shops from May 1 1914 until the 1914 cotton season opens at 6 30 p m each weekday except Saturdays. Signatories include Rud Jaeggli & Bro G A Baur O B Eilert F Biehunke W H Koester Co Jacob Ci nadr Lucas Rehmet Willie Oehl E Boehm Sons Papacek Bros F J Knesek Joe Biehunko Hy Krause Son F T Fehrenkamp Koester Bros Felix Tilicek Ad Anders Joe Kasper Bro K Krenek Misses Lueke Leona Kichter.
Emmett Willis second son of Mr and Mrs Wm Kotzebue of Flatonia was christened Sunday in the Moore hotel parlor Rev G Rapp of the Lutheran church officiated
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