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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1959
Page
1
The article discusses ongoing rains delaying cotton picking and impacting yields. It condemns compulsory union dues as a violation of workers rights while noting import growth threatens U.S. industries. It cites Senator Schoeppel and argues for expanding uses of American food surpluses via direct grants to foreign nations in need.
The gigantic back-to-school sale at E. & R. Variety Store in Moulton continues as new supplies arrive daily. The sale has drawn many shoppers taking advantage of bargains on school supplies and apparel for students.
Magnolia Petroleum plans a name change to Mobil Oil Company as part of a regional consolidation. The move unites Magnolia Petroleum in the Southwest, Socony Mobil in the East, and General Petroleum in the Far West under the Mobil Oil Company operating division for the United States and Canada.
The new Texas law HB 48, enacted by the 56th Legislature, requires a three day waiting period after applying for a marriage license for underage couples. It sets minimum ages eighteen for women and twenty one for men, allows guardian consent via the county judge, and requires filed papers and kept records. The rule does not apply to those of legal age or to seduction cases.
The Flatonia Livestock Commission Co reports a strong grand opening at the new sale barn with a large crowd. Cow and calf pairs rose $10 to $20 per pair, stocker cattle demand rose, but top hogs and packer sows held steady or rose modestly. Prices listed include calves 27 to 30 for good calves and cows plus calves 18 to 23 for heavy bulls 20.50 to 23.50.
A joint officer installation of the Yoakum 4th Degree Knights of Columbus at Swanks Restaurant installed local assembly officers for the coming year Faithful Admiral mil J Jaluska Outer Sentinel Commissioner Henry Kocian. An exemplification of the 4th Degree will be held in San Antonio Sunday November 22.
Intermittent rains have fallen since last week Friday with about an inch reported. By Wednesday noon skies remain heavily overcast and a light drizzle continues in the area.
The Komensky school begins Monday September 7 1959 with bus service at 8:00 a m and a full day. Principal Henry Kalich and Miss Agnes Howe lead the faculty. Oak Grove opens Tuesday September 8 1959 with the usual start time and full day. faculty includes Ben Darilek and Mrs May Keil.
In Naples Italy ten wedding guests were bandaged and thirteen arrested after a reception brawl over photos at the cake cutting. The groom and bride fled as fists and broken dishes flew. police halted the melee and later released the newlyweds.
The ginning season has slowed due to persistent rains. The Farmers Co-Op and Beran's Gin have combined to process 1528 bales by Wednesday noon this week.
Mrs. Emil Zimmermann aged 65 dies after a long illness in Shiner Hospital. Funeral services were held at Buffington Funeral Home and United Dr. Martin Luther Church with Rev. Edwin J. Oehlke officiating. Interment in Shiner City Cemetery. Born Frieda Brunkenhoefer February 4 1894 at Weimar she moved with her family to Wied and Menger communities before marrying Emil Zimmermann October 22 1914. Survived by husband daughter three granddaughters mother and several siblings. Pallbearers listed.
Funeral services were held Thursday August 20 at Zion Lutheran Church for Anna Louise Pieper who died in Houston at age 89. Interment followed in Moulton City Cemetery. Surviving family includes daughters Hertha and Mrs. Wm Eissler, sons Henry Wilhelm Herbert, and stepchildren. Pallbearers named.
A terse observation notes danger when ignorance or recklessness collide with loaded consequences. The aphorism underscores risk in careless actions and the lasting fallout for those who threaten stability.
Rev. Father Joseph Kopp, pastor of Moulton St. Joseph Catholic Church for forty years, plans retirement after September 15. He will complete fifty years in priesthood, arriving in the United States in 1909. Further details will follow once a successor is named.
The St Marys Catholic Parish will hold its annual picnic Sunday August 30 rain or shine on FM Road 340 southeast of Moulton. Barbecue stew chicken and all the trimmings served family style with dinner at 11 am supper at 5 pm. Meal tickets cost 50 cents. Refreshments and entertainment run throughout the day with an auction at 3 pm. Everybody is invited to attend.
Cynthia Malinek underwent a tonsilectomy at Crews Hospital in Gonzales Friday morning and returned home Saturday evening. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Malinek of here.
Lavaca hunters ranchers and preserve operators urged against an archery season at a public hearing in Hallettsville on Thursday August 20. The Texas Game and Fish Commission conducted the hearing and delegates argued the plan would disrupt the deer's regular season which starts in mid November. The meeting drew many signatories to a petition opposing archery and suggestions were offered for a possible 30 day period before the regular season if allowed. See HUNTERS page 2 col 5.
Clarence F Knape longtime Moulton native and former Eagle employee died at his home 629 Barrett Place San Antonio Friday morning August 21 at 3 25 he was 55 years 11 months and 25 days old Born August 26 1903 in Moulton he was the eldest child of Mr and Mrs O F Knape He worked for the Moulton Eagle and was a World War II veteran and pigeon hobbyist He moved to San Antonio with his parents in 1953 to live with them
Harvey L. Fehrenkamp of the Installations Plumbing Shop earned a Certificate of Competency from the Office of Civil Engineers AMC for inspecting and decontaminating petroleum storage tanks in San Antonio. One of nine men in the Air Material Command with this qualification, the presentation was made by Col. Hubert L. Goodman, Installations Division chief. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Louis Fehrenkamp of this city.
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