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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1973
Page
1
Farmers and Merchants State Bank president Ted Motal is seen placing the final light in a scoreboard donated to the school. The device is described as a vast improvement expected to be enjoyed for years by the school and community.
Farmers and ranchers are elected for a one year term starting January 1 1974 as community committeemen. Details include Hilbert J Henke Daniel Jasek Leroy Fishbeck Roman Zidek Kenneth Kaiser Clarence Strauss Thomas M Grahmann Winfred Bludau Daniel Rother Henry Melnar Marcus Hinck Ewald Erdelt Bennie Novosad Elwood Kasper Edward Kokas Raymond Janak Rudolph Pesek Victor Scaindier Alfonso Grahmann Robert Grahmann and others. The County Convention in Hallettsville on December 12 designates Grahmann as County ASC Chairman Grahmann also named to a three year term. Marcus Hinch named 1st Alternate and Jasek 2nd Alternate. Jasek named Vice Chairman and Grahmann Regular Member.
Two Auxiliary members hosted a Christmas party on December 12 at the Parish Hall. Mrs Hu Echt led a program titled Christmas in Many. Members shared customs, lit candles, and read verses, with greenery and lamps on display. Several gifts were prepared for distribution to those in need.
Lannie Luksovsky now lives in Hot Point North Carolina and serves as Supervisor for all Churchs Fried Chicken and Co. stores in North and South Carolina. He is the son of Mrs Mmie Jo Luksovsky of Moulton.
The December 7 meeting of the Freshmen class opened with the president calling the session to order. The secretary presented minutes which were approved. Under new business the group discussed a Christmas present for sponsors and the associated cost.
Meyer Texaco Service Station will close at 6 00 p m on New Year s Eve and remain closed all day New Year s Day.
The Senior Class sponsors a Junior Varsity Tournament on January 3 4 and 5. They request food or monetary donations to ensure success. Donations can be brought to the gym on one of the specified days.
Primary winners include Sheri Pavlicek 1st grade Kris Luksovsky 2nd grade and Russell Maresh 3rd grade. Intermediate winners list Lee Luksovsky 7th grade Angela Foster 5th grade and Deana Targac 5th grade. High School winners show Jerry Migl 8th grade Eunice Pavlicek 8th grade and Jeanene Holub 8th grade.
Robert Mica 19 of Flatonia faced misdemeanor counts for possession of marijuana and failure to report property damage after a two car crash at Glendale and Second Streets near the First Baptist Church in Hallettsville. The incident injured no one. the Mercury and Ford sustained heavy and moderate damage respectively. Mica allegedly fled then reported the collision to JP Wilbert Roznovsky, with marijuana found in possession. He paid $100 for leaving the scene and $0.19 for the marijuana charge, plus court costs.
Sheriff's weekly log from December 16 to 21 records deputies and city officers aiding funerals, transporting prisoners, fingerprinting DWI suspects, and handling court appearances. Activities include transfers to De Witt County Jail, forging charges, forgery fines, posting notices, traffic control, and incidents at Hallettsville and Salem cemeteries and a basketball game.
The Moulton Fire Department installed officers and awarded service pins at the annual Christmas party at the American Legion Hall on December 19. Santa arrived with gifts for children, followed by a lunch and carols led by Rev. Robert Schmidt.
Check last week’s Moulton Eagle for current specials at Moulton Super Market and look in the store for additional deals not shown in the ad.
Santa Claus appeared at the Moulton High School cafeteria on a joyful December day in 1973. Students and teachers enjoyed Christmas music and festive decorations as Santa handed out candy donated by Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bruess.
Sidonia Mayer manager of the H R Block office across from Beran Gin in Moulton Texas says the office is busy gearing up for the January 2 to April 15 tax period 1974. She attends San Antonio seminars on 1973 forms and changes in tax rules. The local office is part of the Satellite Franchise program to provide qualified tax preparation services. Mrs Mayer and her family are longtime area residents.
Moulton Bobkatz used height advantage and a 19 point third quarter explosion to defeat the Industrial Cobras 60-48 and win the Yoakum High School Basketball Tournament. La Grange Leopards took consolation with a 72-54 win over Edna Cowboys. Cuero Gobblers beat Hallettsville 82-56 for third, St Joseph Flyers 48-44 over Yoakum Bulldogs for seventh.
Deputy Calvin Albrecht of Hallettsville completed a 240 hour law enforcement course at the Police Academy in Victoria and earned full certification as a peace officer.
Nancy Pavlas, a 16-year-old MHS junior, is a Kittens Varsity forward and active in FHA, TACH, Annual Staff, Pep Squad, Student Council, CYO, and Explorers. Barbara Roznovsky, a junior, serves FHA secretary and Bobkatz coordinator, guards Varsity, wears 50 and 51, and has multiple activity credits. Sheldon Fisbeck, 17, is a senior guard on the Bob Katz Varsity with numbers 12 and 13, while Bobby Roznovsky, 17, is a senior center for the Katz wearing 34 and 35 and also active in multiple clubs and sports.
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