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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1915
Page
1
Henry N. Pope of the Texas Farmers' Union estimates annual waste from gin to mill at not less than five dollars per bale. He cites samples, storage costs, and grading errors as main factors, claiming a six million dollar yearly loss that harms farmers and could finance substantial warehouse capacity.
A powerful hurricane hit Texas, ripping through Galveston and Houston with about 100 mph winds. Torrential rain and flooding damaged the Bot chess district, the causeway, docks, and many houses. City wreckage and thousands in property damage follow as coastal towns suffer.
Frank Parma president of the Ammansville State Bank died after a several weeks illness in a Galveston hospital. The body was shipped to Ammansville for burial Monday. Dr. F G Daehne and his son Allen attended the funeral.
Moulton extends an invitation to residents and visitors to explore a proposed new location. Officials promote the site as a possible hub for community activities and services.
A brief remark notes value for every person, even the grouch, when he leaves. The line underlines universal appreciation and social mood in a small community.
City residents react to a controversial remark about a sidewalk building epidemic, with officials urging calm and outlining safety plans. No injuries reported as authorities monitor the situation and community groups call for constructive dialogue.
The quote contrasts different traits in men claiming some have brains or energy or both while others lack both and turn into chronic office seekers. It portrays a cynical view of public ambition and self interest.
Worthington Indiana notes Mrs Sarah Hayden will celebrate her 105th birthday soon. She arrived in Greene county when Indiana was a wilderness. She travels without a cane or spectacles and aids in chores and gardening.
A verse extols readers to mention the Eagle journal when visiting merchants. It argues mention boosts local trade, helps merchants and the editor, and gives readers a small daily favor with pleasant local flair.
Tax Collector Steve Bennett reports the delinquent tax list for Lavaca County is approved and will be sent to the Comptroller in Austin. The roll contains 17 331 entries and Bennett will start preparing and mailing statements to delinquents.
A fire in Breslau early Monday morning razed three business buildings. H. I. Stulken’s general merchandise store Wessel Buss’ saloon and Peter Janecek’s confectionery and pool hall were destroyed. Janecek’s building was owned by Stulken. Loss estimated at 13000 dollars. Origin of the blaze unknown.
The Handel Club of LaGrange under George E. Lenert will present a free recital at the Methodist church in Flatonia on Wednesday night August 25. The club, regarded as one of the best all home organizations in South Texas, invites all to attend with no admission and refreshments to be served.
Leo M. Frank, convicted of Miss Mary Phagan's murder, was taken from Milledgeville prison by twenty five armed men and hanged to a tree near the Phagan home in Marietta. His body will be sent to Brooklyn, home of his parents.
S. R. Rosen traveling representative of the Galveston News was in the city Wednesday. Miss Olga Valenta and Miss Della Gajer returned Monday from a delightful visit in Shiner. Prof and Mrs W. K. Parr returned Wednesday from a several weeks visit at Range and Corpus Christi.
Secretary Daniels orders the battleships New Hampshire and Louisiana from the Gulf of Mexico to Vera Cruz. They replace the gunboat Marietta and the gunboat Sacramento, which head to Progreso and New Orleans respectively. The move follows Commander McNamee's request for a battleship squadron amid anti foreign demonstrations.
A fierce windstorm with heavy rain struck Moulton Monday night into Tuesday morning, ruining cotton crops as bolls opened and toppled. Homes flooded and trees damaged while winds peaked around two o clock Tuesday.
The Eagle acknowledges payments from Val Jurek of Moulton J Johnson of Flatonia Dr F J Guenther of Moulton Anton Koncaba of Moulton Ed Anderle of Moulton and W J Spear of Devine since the last report.
William Huebner, a prominent Shiner resident, marked his sixtieth birthday on Sunday. A large crowd gathered for an afternoon of music, games, and dancing with refreshments served.
Cherry Parker and Al ville Parker, both of Gonzales county, were united in marriage Sunday evening by Judge F. W. Lucke. The Eagle wishes the newlyweds a happy married life.
The saying urges keeping a calm, resilient attitude when overwhelmed. It emphasizes a simple resolve to endure and maintain composure, suggesting a cautious approach to stress with a stubborn, lighthearted mindset.
Billions of crickets invaded Aus tin last week. O. F. Roberts, aged 94 years, a Mexican and Civil War Veteran, is dead at Gilmer. General Bell has ordered 2,500 troops to Dallas during the State Fair for exhibition purposes. The Dallas Auto Club will extend a special invitation to Henry Ford to attend the Texas State Fair this fall. Various local events include a prohibition election in Bastrop county on August 28 and a fire at the Swift cold storage plant in El Paso losing about 100000 dollars.
A Farm and Ranch article argues youth play builds skill and character. It urges parents to guide games at home with croquet dominoes tennis or billiards to keep play wholesome and tied to family life. Younger players gain readiness for life by honest, focused competition.
Hallettsville Texas August 13. The Commissioners Court in session weighs options to reduce costs at the county poor farm. With about fifteen inmates and last year’s deficit of 1700 dollars, officials consider selling work stock and cattle and hiring free labor with a monthly stipend for inmates. A new plan is awaited as current method strains county finances.
Venustiano Carranza, head of the constitutionalist government, declares Mexico will not tolerate foreign meddling in its internal affairs and asserts sovereignty against outside interference.
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