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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1908
Page
1
A chaotic mob attack in Springfield results in six fatalities and numerous injuries as police cordon off the area. Investigators are gathering witnesses and reviewing scene evidence to determine suspects and motive.
A Springfield mob torched negro houses and wrecked businesses after the assault on Mrs. Hallam. National Guard grew to 4,200, except the Sixth and Eighth, as riots spread through the city. A child and several others died or were wounded, with broader clashes around the capitol and Dunnegan’s Flats.
Governor approves expanding the state system with new stations in North Texas and the Panhandle, proposed by Agriculture Commissioner Milner. He cites varied climate and rainfall driving need for stations between Austin and Dallas, in the Panhandle, and plains country near San Angelo, to boost cotton corn oats alfalfa bur clover and rice fertilization and crop rotation knowledge. Col Milner also notes tobacco experts aiding Palestine and Nacogdoches and vows to continue efforts as president of the Agricultural and Mechanical College.
A good rain fell in Mexia on Monday around 10 o'clock, still continuing, easing two weeks of moisture shortage for the cotton crop. Sunday brought oppressive heat, with 99 degrees in the shade recorded by the weather bureau.
A welcome rain fell Sunday afternoon in Goliad Texas easing dry conditions. The light shower brought relief to gardens and fields as residents noted the timely precipitation.
Catherine on a farm misinterprets the term fore-handed as she studies Mr B's hands. The farm wife explains the neighbor’s thrift and success, but the child remains puzzled by the phrase while watching him sit.
After the convention conclude, supporters of the antis claim victory and celebrate in their hall. The rival faction remains silent as margins are reported.
San Antonio reports confirmatory actions by the Democratic convention with the submission platform adopted and prohibition as a test. Stephen Blount and Sterling Strong supported Storey, while anti submissionist A. B. Storey was named state executive committee chair. Governor Campbell pledged peace though a bad-feeling windup followed R. W. Hall’s speech.
Mrs. James M. Long of Staunton Virginia testifies Doan's Kidney Pills cured her backache and urinary troubles in 1903 and four and a half years later reports no kidney trouble since. Sold by dealers for 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
A narrator recalls a farmer tale where a colonel scoffs at hot weather while a southern season tale grows in absurd exaggeration. The scene features eggs fried on sidewalks and popcorn popping on stalks as cane juice turns to molasses, forming a bizarre snack fusion.
A Mexican oil well near Tampico called Dos Bocas has burned for forty three days. From an eight inch hole the flame has formed a crater about 100 meters wide and flames rise to 500 feet. Students report the well consumes at least 20 000 gallons of oil per minute as a black substance boils and erupts down the crater walls.
A London school exam described by the Philadelphia Inquirer prompts a pupil to name India’s chief products. The child lists curries pepper citron chilies and chutney but forgets what comes next. The teacher asks what India is famous for and the pupil replies India gestion.
In Austin, Texas, Congressman A S Burleson secured approval from Congress for the $400,000 owed to Texas for frontier protection from 1857 to 1860. Gov Campbell expects the remaining $21,930 soon, completing the reimbursement. The funds will go to general revenue to support state government.
In Collin County the Ex Confederate and Old Settlers reunion and picnic closed Saturday night. S. J. Foster, a pioneer citizen, died at Groesbeck Saturday in his 87th year. Multiple Texas towns report fatalities and civic events from Paris to Brownwood and Dallas, including gas franchise grants, drownings, assaults, and bank liquidations.
Ira D. Sankey evangelist and hymn writer dies at home in Brooklyn after years of blindness and illness. He worked with Dwight L. Moody and his gospel hymns circulated worldwide in many languages. He left a large estate from publication royalties and tours.
Texas files suit in Anderson County district court against Palestine Ice Fuel and Gin Company Palestine Electric and Ice Company and several individuals for conspiring to suppress competition and fix ice prices. Plaintiff seeks charter forfeiture injunctions and $3,500 against each defendant.
A colonial era boy faced strict table etiquette candlelit bedtimes and strict behavior. He stood for visitors avoided shouting and running without cause and refrained from throwing stones at animals or birds. Even attempting to stand on his head could earn a week in jail.
Eight year old Juana Diaz and nine year old Natalia Diaz were killed by a lightning strike that hit their father Santiago Diaz as he held an infant in his arms. The blast struck the house corner and the two girls standing in a doorway died instantly. The infant survived and the father was expected to die.
Rear Admiral Robly D. Evans known as Fighting Bob retires from active service in Washington after forty five years. Evans first saw action at Fort Fisher during the Civil War and spent decades serving the United States Navy with gallantry earning the public’s gratitude and rest.
A reader letter praises Postum as a remedy for coffee headaches. The writer recounts childhood coffee use causing blinding headaches, notes family switched to Postum, claims headaches vanished within a week, and endorses the product with a sales pitch from the Postum Company.
Belton Texas reports light sprinkles starting at 8:00 am Monday continuing past noon. The light shower did little to settle dust and forecasters expect additional rain.
Warrenton Texas announces a barbecue next Saturday week at Oldenburg where prominent speakers are expected to discuss the political issues of the day.
Laredo Texas Henry Smith a private in Company E Nineteenth Infantry who deserted Fort McIntosh three months ago was captured by Policeman Will Stoner on Sunday and turned over to the post commanding officer.
Secretary Leon Locke received a letter from W E Knobloch of the United States Corps of Engineers stating he will be in Lake Charles on Monday the 17th to begin examining inland waterway routes. The visit follows an order from the Board of Engineers prompted by the strong citizen turnout at the June 18 hearing in Lake Charles.
Paul Mallie of Cameron fell 110 feet into a mine shaft Thursday afternoon after pushing a car into the shaft mistaking it for a cage. He lost consciousness but recovered and lived until noon Friday.
Murray Ky. The jury in the case of Jake Ellis, the alleged night rider, was discharged by Judge Cook after the foreman reported a hopelessly hung jury. The panel stood eight for acquittal and four for conviction.
Will Puryear of Austin was found guilty of the March 1906 murder of Minos Long in Austin. After three trials, including a prior hanging sentence in the first trial, he was sentenced to thirty years in the penitentiary following a five day trial.
A Gulf Pipe Line Co storage tank at the old National pumping station near Port Arthur Tex was struck by lightning around 9 p m Sunday. The tank held about 15 000 barrels of crude oil and was one of 50 000 barrel capacity units.
Timpson Texas sees its first bale of cotton delivered by J. R. Weir on Tuesday. He sold the bale to H. Scherz and received 13 4 cents per pound for the cotton.
Vernon Sparks, a prominent Dodge, Texas man, is arrested in Huntsville on charges of robbing his uncle Lige Morris. He is in jail awaiting action by the grand jury.
Wells Fargo moves to new quarters in Victoria occupying the lower floor of the Brownson building on North Main street while the upper floor houses Southwestern Telephone Company. In Center Texas citizens push revival of the light plant with an ice facility needing about 15000 dollars. over half stock subscribed Friday. Caldwell Texas endures a hot dry Sunday with no rain. north wind dries vegetation and cotton opens rapidly.
West Point Texas reports dry hot weather with a persistent north wind. Cotton opening rapidly, several bales ginned and marketed already.
A blaze Wednesday night around midnight totally destroyed the electric light plant, planing mill, and 150000 feet of lumber. The property belonged to J. D. Redditt S. T. Fleshman and Bob Hark rider.
Heavy rain moved through Eagle Pass and Maverick County on Sunday with one and a half inches of rainfall recorded in Eagle Pass within an hour.
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a safe effective laxative. It claims gentle cleansing and relief without debility or dose increases, notes physician approval, and urges purchase only of California Fig Syrup Co. product through leading druggists.
The Philadelphia Press argues the spider and fly battle in homes shows flies are tolerated but spiders are blamed for webs. Spiders quietly control flies, which harm humans, while spiders are unwelcome yet harmless to people.
In anticipation of the world’s drawing congress in London about 3000 attendees will join a reception at the Royal College of Art. British committee members are to wear visiting cards on their lapels or bodices for identification.
J. M. Ward of Index Texas describes using Hunt's Cure to treat an itch on his body. He claims one application relieved the itch and less than a box cured him entirely.
An amused exchange between an amateur dressmaker seeking fabric for a skirt and a facetious friend advising bravery to face the trouble. The brief dialogue highlights domestic wit and practical sewing concerns.
An advertisement touts GROVES OLD STANDARD CHILL TONIC claiming a tasteless iron formula with simple syrup and iron for both adults and children. The copy emphasizes ease of intake and effectiveness.
Knicker-Flanagan made a record throw in the hammer event as reported by the New York Sun. Mrs. Knicker-Did he hit his thumb refers to a momentary concern during the competition.
An old periodical advertises Hicks Capuchine as relieving backache nervousness and headache with immediate effect. It claims Lageem prescribes it and offers trial bottle for 0c and sizes 25c and 50c at all druggists.
The remark urges self control and suggests seeking a firmer person to stabilize behavior when emotions run high. It emphasizes restraint over impulsive action and implies seeking support from a steadier influence.
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