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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1960
Page
1
A large crowd gathered on Front Street Monday night for the annual Christmas tree program. The event opened at 7 00 p m with performances by the Lutheran and Catholic choirs and Ad Mix Orchestra. Santa Claus greeted children after the program handing out packages and listening to personal gift requests. The community event is sponsored by the local Chamber of Commerce Lions Club VFW and American Legion.
Ed's Viewpoint laments rising school costs and urges conservative budgeting for maintenance while urging civic cooperation. It notes the national agenda from the new presidency on issues like Communism inflation space race and foreign affairs, arguing the core aim is improving life for all Americans and critiquing federal overreach in farm policy.
Private William Michalee is stationed in Germany completing training at Fort ma. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Michalee of here. He is numbered US 94226974 in Battery YA Battalion 2nd How 96 New York NoY.
Mr Elo C Fenienkamp and Henry Kocian attended a Texas Industrial Commission meeting in San Antonio on Friday December 16. Governor Price Daniel described Texas industrial prospects as bright and outlined the commission role to attract new industry expand existing plants and develop natural resources. J B Germany reported hundreds of prospect letters and 628 new plants plus 788 expansions since 1958 with 458 plants slated to move to Texas. The commission will act as a clearing house and cooperate with local chambers and officials for growth.
A festive note from the Moulton Fire Department expresses gratitude for friendship and loyalty during the Chestmas season. It thanks supporters, wishes good health happiness and goodwill, and hopes for joy from giving in the coming year.
Stores To Close Here Monday Due to Christmas Day being this Sunday December 25 all business establishments will be closed in Moulton Monday December 26. The shopping public is urged to make their purchases accordingly.
Wayman Lee Boethel reported two white tail deer killed on Light Ranch in Dinmit County near Cotulla. A 7 pointer dressed 130 pounds and an 8 pointer dressed 142 pounds. Both bucks had a 20 inch antler spread and 7 inch bases.
The county held a referendum on December 13 with 157 votes for Marketing Quotas and 65 votes against.
Constable Daniel Koranek warns residents that fireworks may not be shot on streets of Moulton. Violations will be fined under local ordinance.
The Gonzales County Savings and Loan Association announces its twenty second semi annual dividend of 4 6 7 percent per annum on all savings and investment accounts. About 2800 shareholders share in 131000 dollars. The association reports assets of 7700000 dollars and capital reserves of 666000. Over 4000 customers, insured accounts up to 10000 dollars. Office at 429 St George Street Gonzales.
Notice to the public that our service stations will be closed on December 25th for Christmas. Daluska Service Sta and Bar Filipp Service Station North End Service Sta and Bar will provide for needs accordingly.
Here From Michigan Mr. George Spaniel of Ypsilanti Michigan is spending the week with his parents near Witting Mr and Mrs Louis Spaniel with Mr and Mrs Eugene Spaniel of Floresville and with Mr and Mrs George Pustejovsky of Houston George will also continue spending his vacation here through Christmas and New Year holidays.
In Malvern Pennsylvania a special post office box receives Santa letters and a lever releases a lollipop for each child. The feature is run by acting postmaster Frank A Santone who oversees the simple holiday treat.
The Moulton Public School System reports funding shortages due to rising costs and enrollment growth. The district operates under the Minimum Foundation Program with 13 teachers and limited administration. A proposed real estate tax increase aims to raise up to 2.00 per acre and a 12 percent rise in other valuations to support operation and maintain local control without jeopardizing accreditation.
The Moulton Bobkatz beat Luling 62 49 in the final to win the boys title while the Bobkittens edged La Grange 56 52 for the boys runner up. Girls champions were decided with Moulton taking top honors and Luling earning second place trophies. Coaches were Thomas H. Hoyer and staff.
The Moulton Bobkatz earned their 16th win of the season by routing the Rock Island Rockets 56 to 14, taking a 33 to 9 halftime lead. The Bobkittens then posted a 78 to 15 victory, with all players seen action and a 51 to 10 halftime edge.
Flatonia Livestock Commission reports strong cattle activity with good butcher calves in demand and cow and calf pairs selling well. Supply included 1046 cattle, 423 hogs, 18 sheep. prices listed for calves, stockers, cows, bulls, hogs, and feeders.
Last Friday evening at about 6, a 1954 Chevrolet driven by Dennis Wagner and a 1950 Ford driven by Ben Schraer, both of Moulton, collided at West First and McKinney Streets. Wagner traveled north on West First and Schraer east on McKinney. Only minor damages, no injuries. Constable Daniel Koranek investigated.
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