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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1901
Page
2
Local edition of the Moulton Eagle dated August 17 1991 notes weekly publication schedule and subscription price of 1.664 dollars per year. The paper is entered at the post office as second class matter.
In last Friday's vote, Whatton residents rejected incorporation by a tally of 132 to 104. Governor Sayers proclaims the first Monday in September as Labor Day in the state and urges its observance as a holiday.
The piece notes Moulton presently has two fine school buildings and argues the town needs factories of various kinds. It asks who will assist in building industrial works to boost growth and employment.
Romeldy Cortez brother of Gregoria Cortez died in Karnes county jail last Friday from wounds sustained when Sheriff Morris was killed. The incident connects to the ongoing sheriff murder case and raises questions about detainee treatment and investigative progress.
The Johnson County Review cites the Colorado Citizen noting Georgia has a woman major general while Texas has several women who are commanders in chief highlighting progress in female military leadership across states.
With the soda water factory now operating, observers predict more industries will arrive. The town of Moulton is poised for growth as development accelerates.
The piece urges ongoing advancement for Moulton and praises local efforts. It notes Vol. 1 No. 2 of the Luling Enterprise by Geo. P. Halcombe and Jeff D. Sanders and highlights Yoakum Times trade edition planned for the 24th, praising civic support and town improvement.
A fig cotton crop means a scar city of feed crops and poor cattle and horses, leading to higher costs for bacon and other home-made goods, rationing of batter and milk, and generally low cotton prices according to Farm & Ranch.
A southbound Katy passenger train was held up forty miles north of Denison in the Indian Territory on Tuesday at 1 am. Express safes were blown open but yielded no cash. between 300 and 400 dollars were taken from passengers. Arrests have been made.
Juror A. L. Sanders fined 100 dollars for contempt after affidavit claiming Cortez innocence. He favored acquittal but agreed to verdict due to his sick family and desire to go home. The affidavit may lead to setting aside the verdict and granting a new trial.
In 1901 reports note the United States drank 1.22 billion gallons of lager last year. Six top beer importing cities are New York Chicago Milwaukee St Louis Newark and Cincinnati. six beer producing cities include New York St Louis Rochester Toledo Milwaukee and Philadelphia. Local notices reference court changes. Squire Gray replacement by Chas J Gravy. social visits. weddings planned. and community growth in Hailetsville with county officers’ reports and road business.
An ad touts Grove's Tasteless Hill Tonic as plain Tron and Quinine with a price of 50 cents. Mentions Hunt's cures for itching piles ringworm tetter eczema and skin troubles. Profs Peterson and Merkovsky discussed purchasing desks and necessities for the Institute noting the desks will be modern and up to date.
At 1 o'clock 200 armed masked men demanded Mexican prisoner Gregorio Cortez. Sheriff Fly refused, fired a warning shot, and after dialogue the mob dispersed. Cortez was moved to safety in San Antonio that evening via Lockhart and San Marcos.
An old advertisement promotes Green's August Flower as a universal remedy for indigestion biliousness and vague ailments. It claims to cleanse the system regulate liver function and restore energy with a few doses of the liquid preparation sold by A F Kotzebue and encourages obtaining Green's Prize Almanac.
The Texas Farmer notes over seven thousand pensions granted for disabilities from the Spanish War, mostly in the West Indies, while the entire army under 20,900 men implies a larger pursuit might have wiped out the U S force if fighting continued.
Plump cheeks and health glow described as beauty by a health tonic called Herbine priced at 50 cents through A. F. Kotzebue. A Mexican consular agent in Galveston recruits high class farmers for unoccupied lands in Mexico offering tax relief, duty exemptions, and easy terms, with Texas observers noting the appeal while preferring Texas opportunities.
Mr. J. A. Graves a leading South Texas merchant, who recently bought the Ewell stock at Yoakum, opened with extensive ads in the Weekly Times and near half a page in the daily. He is noted for lavish printer’s ink and constant advertising in his home paper.
Town leaders push drilling on the school house block to access artesian water for firefighting and city use. The plan includes Institute water needs and a broader search for oil, arguing wealth comes from underground finds and even if water abundant remains valuable.
A prominent local couple, Mr and Mrs of Co., announce the arrival of a baby daughter at their home. An enjoyable season’s hop was hosted Thursday at the opera house in honor of visiting young ladies, with dancing continuing late despite the heat and everyone enjoying the evening.
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