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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1973
Page
2
A letter discusses proposed increases in legislator pay from 4500 to 15000 and critiques past attempts. It elevates concerns about government waste, federal spending growth from 180 to 415 per person by 1972, and calls for more public input amid political tensions and issues raised by President Nixon.
The author argues the Vietnam War was not decisively won by the United States, noting over 50,000 lives lost and billions spent. Communists expanded into Indochina, while leaders allegedly restrained commanders to avoid angering China and the Soviet Union, leaving a prolonged war without a clear U.S. victory.
The piece argues Congress reacts against Nixon’s plan to cap federal spending at 250 billion dollars. It contends spending has grown beyond revenue for years and that lawmakers favor more spending over saving, urging public influence to curb waste.
Judge Janszen grew up on a farm and began as a teacher and surveyor. He moved to Moulton in 1914, served as a Justice of the Peace, and was County Judge in 1929 after passing the Texas bar. A Democrat and Lutheran, his wife died in 1953 and he leaves four daughters in Hallettsville Cuero.
The Hallettsville Garden Club honors Richard Malec editor of the Tribune Herald born Detroit May 6 1916 who moved to Hallettsville in 1931. A lifelong newspaperman and community leader he serves as pastor of the Lavaca Co publication and holds Rotary Chamber of Commerce Fire Dept and Knights of Columbus posts.
In appreciation I extend thanks for the courtesies during T’s hospitalization at Renger Hospital in Halletts ville and after my return home. The inquiries visits cards gifts and food are deeply appreciated by my family and me. Gene Hrneir
Frances Anderle expresses gratitude to all who sent cards prayers and visits during illness and recovery. Special thanks to Dr Robi Wagner and Shiner Hospital staff the Moulton American Legion Auxiliary for flowers Father Heitkamp for Holy Communion and Mrs Sedimeyer for the Gazette May God bless you all.
Mr and Mrs Albert Hohmann and family extend sincere thanks to the Moulton Fire Department for its quick response to their recent call for assistance.
Funeral services for 63 year old Mr. Darilek were held at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Moulton with Rev. Schmidt and Rev. Petry officiating. Rosary was recited at the Smith Funeral Home. He was born October 24, 1909 in Fayette County, survived by a daughter Corinne Hajek of Sedna, sons Joe of Edna and Pen of Moulton, six brothers and five sisters. He was preceded in death by an infant son.
In recognition of his untiring efforts to the community, Malec plants a commemorative tree in a public space to honor his service and dedication to local welfare.
The piece honors Abraham Lincoln and George Washington as outstanding Americans. It traces Lincoln from a Kentucky log cabin to the White House, notes his rise from log cabin origins, service in Illinois, law career, marriage to Mary Todd, and presidency including key speeches and the Civil War. Washington is praised for selfless service and refusal of pay. Lincoln’s assassination at Ford's Theatre is noted alongside remarkably enduring leadership.
Mrs. Tousek died age, interred in Moulton. Married Dec 26 1942 to Jacob Tousek at Moulton Catholic Church. Survivors include husband Jacob Jr sons Raymond Marcos Dennis and daughters Geraldine Jochen Karen, plus siblings and a grandson. Pallbearers were her nephews. The family dwelt in Abilene Charlottenberg and farmed near Moulton.
Snowfall of three inches forces cancellation of the 1. D. Club meeting scheduled for Friday and Anita Richter was unable to attend. The notice notes several social visits last week and ongoing visits among local residents and relatives in nearby towns.
Mr and Mrs Willie Meyer of Schulenburg and Mr and Mrs Henry Melinek of here attended the Livestock Show and Rodeo in San Antonio on Monday.
Robert E. Early, president, congratulates members in a ceremony tied to a five year milestone. The Farmers Insurance Group, founded in 1928, is among the nation’s largest with five million policyholders, comprising Farmers Insurance Exchange, Truck Insurance Exchange, Fire Insurance Exchange, Mid-Century, Farmers New World Life, and Farmers Texas County Mutual.
Cyril Dornak and Frank Dornak stay at Shady Oaks in Moulton. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Burger tour their new home in Smithville and visit Mr. and Mrs. O T Zapalac. Mrs. Rudy Wiedemann and Mrs. Iris Pavias visit Albert Klobedans in Youens Hospital in Weimar on Sunday.
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