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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1903
Page
2
Published every Friday and entered at Moulton Texas as second class matter. Subscription rate is 1 dollar per year in advance. All copy must be signed and received at the office by Wednesday morning.
An opinion piece argues for organized fire protection in Moulton citing four brick buildings and many wooden structures. It suggests forming a small fire company, improving ladders and hooks, or building a small emergency storage house to hold firefighting gear.
A roundup of regional notes reports a state convict farm sergeant appointment for B G Bennett at Sartartia Fort Bend county and various local events. It mentions Senator Panins long term draw, the death of J B Niess in Kinkler, a Mutual Life Insurance territory expansion, a beer agency merger in Hallettsville, and obituaries for Dietrich Nordhausen in Schulenburg.
A proposal seeks to enact a fund for teachers ahead of a summer normal. Warships instead of five will arrive at Galveston on February 18, echoing calls to publicize Moulton's school facilities and promote the summer program.
A cautious stance is urged amid intense advocacy for drastic measures. Leaders acknowledge strong opinions but insist on restraint and careful consideration before acting.
In 1902 Texas added 565 miles to its railroad mileage. Present indications are that this number will be doubled in 1903.
The summer normal will bring more students to our school and the college alike in this region. The school compares favorably with other colleges in the state part.
James Barker general passenger agent of the Missouri Kansas and Texas railroad died of Brights disease in San Antonio Thursday.
Eight bandits and one constable were killed in a confrontation with Filipino forces last week. The report notes ongoing combat and casualties amid the war.
The Southern Pacific unveiled its new San Antonio passenger depot last Friday, praised as one of the hand somest structures in the South and formally opened to the public.
Boers tour Texas assessing sites for relocation arguing land availability if they pursue American citizenship. A House bill to raise scholastic age to between 7 and 17 could boost the state’s pupil count. Comment closes with a quip about card odds in Copenhagen.
On February 6 1903 reports note Anton Giese in Cuero on business W J Krause in Gonzales at court A seven year old child of Jne Mudller died C Schroeder hosted a free ball in his old store Joe Sally visited from Sweet Home Cattle work led to a sixteen year old boy being accidentally shot while cutting cotton stalks, the gun misfired and the victim died Thursday afternoon
Notice states two adjacent farms owned by Mrs Mitvrep Kerser near Moulton will be sold. Each farm has 35 cultivated acres and balance in woodland with a small pecan grove. Rich soil, suitable for truck farming cotton cane or corn. Warrantee deed assured.
Miss Mary Harrell of Gonzales returns home after visiting friends. Marguerite and Mary Fuller return from Marlin. They plan a School Exhibition to aid the Park Association and Episcopal church. Browich-onl family of Shiner moves to the capital. Froelich becomes Hub dry goods manager. Appelt couple return from Victoria. Senator Paulus visits home. Annie Schwartz of Schulenburg visits Kinsfolk. Bodley couple relocate to Marion Ohio. C F Lehmann named colonel on Governor Lanham’s staff.
Mrs. W. Watkins of Pleasant City Ohio reports pneumonia and a terrible cough threatened her son. After Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption was used his health improved, he is now sound and well. The ad proclaims it a sure cure for coughs colds and all lung diseases with guarantees and bottle offers.
The text describes irrigation methods where water nourishes grass and weeds and accelerates rice growth. Just before harvest the water is withdrawn to firm the ground so the binder can bear the crop.
Institutes will be held at Yoakum or Halletsville February 13 14 for colored teachers Shiner February 20 21 Witting February 27 28 colored at Halletsville March 6 7 Moulton March 29 21 12 General County Institute at Halletsville April 3 4
Readers seek guidance on rice culture. Sowing occurs from April 15 to June 15 with 1.25 to 1.75 bushels per acre. Land is prepared like wheat. After planting, water management is crucial to prevent canal breaks and water waste. Rice is flooded when plants stand three to six inches tall.
A plain American asks about the meaning of gentlemen and is told they are men with nothing to do who travel at will. The American replies that such men are called tramps, prompting a sharp exchange on social labels and class.
A cemetery stone set by a widow honors her husband with the inscription Rest in peace until we meet again. The brief marker reflects lasting mourning and a vow of reunion.
An assortment of advertisements and testimonials flood the page, touting Prickly Ash Bitters, Ballard’s Horehound Syrup, Dr Kings New Life Pills, Botanic Blood Balm, and Herbine as cures and health aids. Local notes mention the Moulton water works repairs and a printing shop offering up to date job printing.
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