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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1958
Page
1
The piece warns about trash fires threatening buildings and property as grass fires cause losses. It notes train disruptions delay mail and newspaper delivery, and reports on boll weevil damage reducing cotton yields. Farmers face lower allotments and look for new cash crops, with Yoakum Canning Co promoting dry shelled purple hull and blackeye peas as options.
Victor J. Fishbeck announced Hallettsville City Recreation Hall will be open every night except Monday with air cooled comfort for the general public. Friday nights are set aside for youth activities and bookings for weddings reunions and other events are being taken.
Joe Jemelka underwent surgery in Victoria last week Tuesday and is reported to be getting along fine.
The Moulton CYO girls softball team defeated St. James of San Antonio 4 to 3 to earn Archdiocesan Champions after winning the deanery title. Coach Norman Strandtman was absent. Father Flynn of Hallettsville led the team in San Antonio.
George Edwin Kaase died suddenly in Houston on Thursday morning July 31 while preparing to go to work at Humble Refining Company where he served as auditor. He was 33 years old, born February 13, 1898 near Witting. He was married to Maggie Lee Halleman in 1935 and lived in Houston since. Funeral services were held August 2 at Grace Lutheran Church with burial in Forrest Park Cemetery. He was survived by his parents and two sisters.
Clarence Bohuslav son of Mr and Mrs Bohumil Bohuslav Komensky has been discharged from the U S Army He and his parents now reside at Komensky where he has joined the Bohuslav Bros in the feed mill business
Thomas Valenta of Route 3 Shiner confirmed the 90 acre Valenta farm six miles southwest of here. The farm first settled 52 years ago by Albert and wife with son Eugene and daughter in law Laddie Heiman. It is terraced with grain and cotton and 20 Brahma cattle. Farmall C operates all farming chores.
George Machart and His Polka Boys of Hallettsville are set to perform at the Annual American Legion Picnic this Sunday August 10 during the day and will also provide the dance music at night. The group has appeared at several territory events since organizing in May 1958, with band members Edwin Gallia Jr Rudy Petru Anton Janak George Machart and Dominic Konvicka listed with their instruments.
Sylvester Muehlstein of Victoria former resident of Moulton died at Victoria Hospital on Wednesday July 30 after a brief illness from a heart attack. He was 34 years old and was born January 22 1924 in Moulton. He married Lydia Schachterl February 18 1946 in Moulton. He served 47 days in the Navy and was honorably discharged. Funeral services were held August 2 at 8 45 a m at Smith Funeral Home Chapel here.
An arrest warrant is issued for Emmett C. Hartman of Corpus Christi for failing to appear in County Court at Hallettsville on a DWI charge. Hartman, sought since May 9 1958, eluded officers as they fired at his fleeing car. his $500 bond was forfeited and authorities pursue the defendant with the warrant active.
Two almond trees on the Anton Netardus place at Wied bear fruit for the first time this year. The nuts resemble store bought almonds in appearance and flavor. A sample is available at the Eagle Office. Netardus, owner of Netardus Grocery, is the father of Mrs. Johnny Maresh.
The Moulton Lions Club will hold its annual installation of officers and ladies night at Pundt's Cafe tonight starting at 7:30 PM. Members, their wives and guests are expected to attend an outlined program.
Flatonia Monday auction saw 1155 cattle and 326 hogs. Top hogs sold 23.40 to 23.70 per cwt, higher than last week. Calves and cows softened slightly while stocker calves held firm. Cood and choice calves 25.00 to 27.00, Commercial calves 24.00 to 52.50, Fat cows 17.00 to 20.00, Canner cows 13.90 to 17.00, Heavy bulls 20.00 to 22.50, Light bulls 19.00 to 22.90, Packer sows 19.00 to 21.50.
Matthew Butschek senior engineer in Dallas leads a 16 member total across committees. He won the State Junior Chamber of Commerce Jake trophy for the outstanding activities report for a second year. He previously headed the winning sports committee and now chairs the youth welfare committee. He led the Mile of Dimes drive and the South Dallas Athletic League plus holiday parties for shut in youths. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Henry Butschek of Moulton.
The Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Praha announces its annual Homecoming on Friday, August 15. A family dinner starts at 11:00 A M with supper at 6 30 P M. Events run on the grounds all day and night, including a big battle dance to feature Henry Brosch and Adolph Migl orchestras.
Local Reservists from this community undertake a two weeks field training at North Fort Hood starting Saturday July 26. Sgts and specialists including M Sgt Dennis Wagner Sfc Marvin Jasek Sfc Bill Reeves Sp2 Daniel Jasek and Sp3 Royce Chudej work on concealment camouflage and tactical problems as well as bridge road and building construction during the exercise.
A big family style dinner opens at 11 30 a m for the annual Moulton American Legion Picnic at the VFW Hall Aug 10. Dinner costs 1 00 for adults and 50c for children with supper at 5 30. George Machart & His Polka Boys provide day and night entertainment. Proceeds support the Legion’s future efforts.
Mrs. Tom Vyoral aged 76 died at her home Wednesday morning after years of illness. Born in Moravia she came to America in 1904 with her husband and daughter Stefie to farm near Moulton later moving into town. Funeral from Smith Funeral Home Thursday at 8:49 a.m. to St. Joseph Catholic Church. Interment in St. Joseph Cemetery. Rosary was recited Wednesday evening. Survived by husband Tom Vyoral two sons Rudie and Joe Vyoral one daughter Ed Novo sad five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Sparks from a burning trash fire ignited a recently cut cane patch behind the Joe Petrek home in the northern part of town around 2 30 PM. The blaze was extinguished before major damage. An hour later a second trash fire behind Vladik's Drive-In sparked dry grass but was controlled with no damage.
The St Joseph School sponsors an Ice Cream Social at St Joseph School Auditorium on Sunday evening August 24 starting at 6 o clock. Homemade ice cream and various cakes will be offered to the public. Entertainment includes comedy featured movies and other attractions for a pleasant evening with friends.
A heat wave brought temperatures up to 105 degrees Sunday across the area. West winds were light in the afternoon and similar record heat was expected to continue through the week.
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