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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1953
Page
1
The Agricultural Mobilization Committee proposes 1953 acreages for Cotton 50,000 Goth 4 45,000 Sorghum 15,000 Sorghums for grain 3,000 Tame Hay 4,000 Rice 5,500. Former Secretary Charles F Brannon notes a 14 percent cotton reduction may be needed to avoid compulsory controls in 1954. Edgar Freytag urges planting less cotton and more grain.
Willie Mang of Lytle formerly of Moulton passed away in San Antonio at San Rosa Hospital on February 9. He was 75 years four months and twenty seven days old. He is survived by a widow six children eleven grandchildren eight great grandchildren four brothers and three sisters. Burial was in Lytle Texas with local survivors including Mrs. W. K. Richter of this area.
The sanitary survey in Sultan is proceeding since Monday with resident cooperation. It aims to identify fire hazards and rat breeding sites and will be followed by recommendations to fix unsanitary conditions. The mayor urges continued cooperation for a successful survey. The La Grange Chamber of Commerce voted to disband citing lack of interest.
The city election is slated for Tuesday April 7 with a filing deadline 30 days prior. A mayor two aldermen and a city secretary will be chosen per Mayor W H Pundt. No candidate names have been submitted yet and speculation runs high for several possible contenders.
The Moulton Council of the Rights of Columbus held its regular monthly meeting on February 11. Committees gave reports and the dance committee reported 154 dollars raised from a recent dance. Entertainment was by the Haiettsville Council directed by Rev. A. Goertz. Selections were performed by the Family Band from Sacred Heart School and Frank Migl and Arthur Kroesel. Grand Knight Emil Jalufka introduced guests Daniel Freytag Johnnie Pechacek Max Freytag and Joe P. Machalec. Refreshments and social followed.
Frank Wendel, a local Duroc Jersey breeder, buys another outstanding breeding boar from the Duroc Jersey Farm near McQueeney Texas. County Agent Jack Lindsey and Moulton Vocational Agriculture Instructor William Lee Young assisted in the selection. The public is invited to see this animal.
Culak Lodge No. 165 SPJST will hold an initiation ceremony for new members on Sunday February 22 at the lodge hall on Gonzales F M Road. Activities begin at 2 P M with games and amusements, initiation at 3 P M, music by the Moulton Community Band, and a beef barbecue and stew supper at 5 P M. public invited.
Enlistments and drafts from Texas totaled 5954 for January, up 17 percent from separations. Brigadier General Paul L Wakefield says 3106 Texans were drafted for the Army while 2848 enlistments came from armed services. The Air Force led in enlistments, with the Army second, and separations totaled 4992.
Mr and Mrs O F Knape former co owner and publisher of The Moulton Eagle and their son Clarence moved to San Antonio where they will live near their children after 52 years in the newspaper business in Moulton. Friends here extend best wishes to the retiring couple.
Moulton boys won both games on Monday night. In the A game the locals led 29 to 15, while the B game ended 19 to 17. High scorers included Joe Darilek 11 in A, with Kloesel and Ku benka 6 each. Shiner's Fox and Tieken 5 apiece.
Among out of town mourners at Mrs Anna Elster's funeral Wednesday were Joe Dierschke of Rowena who stopped to pay his subscription. Dierschke, a Rowena bank cashier, had learned that the bank safe was damaged in a suspected robbery. He was accompanied by Herman Dietschke. the deceased was their aunt.
Funeral services for Mrs. Ann Elster age 88 were held at Smith Funeral Home in Moulton with Rosary and Requiem Mass at St. Joseph Church. Born in Germany 1864 she came to the United States as a child, married August Elster in 1881, and died February 9 in Fort Bend County. Surviving children include A. J. Elster and several daughters. 24 grandchildren and 47 great grandchildren. Interment followed at Moulton Catholic Cemetery.
In a Tuesday night basketball doubleheader against Sheridan the Bob Katz were defeated in both games. The girls won their game 25 to 24 while the A game ended 38 to 75 and the B game 31 to 32, all in Sheridan's favor.
The Future Farmers of America, the world’s largest farm boys organization with 350000 members in 25 years, will observe National FFA Week February 21 to 28 with Silver Anniversary activities. Texas FFA members number about 40000 and participate in supervised farming programs under vocational agriculture teachers.
A Ford four letter award for 1952 was presented to Lee Jarosek of Moulton by A R Mutt at Pundt's Cafe in Houston District. The prize honors Finances Management Spirit and Facilities and recognizes meeting Ford objectives.
The Texas Legislature, now in session, will decide the fate of the Motor Vehicle Inspection Law. Sen John Bell of Cuero and Rep D H Buchanan of Longview lead (with fifteen co‑authors) bills to revise and improve the inspection law after its 1952 trial. The program reduced fatalities by 65 by January 30, 1953, marking a safer year for Texas motorists.
The Moulton Chamber of Commerce set April 22 and 29 for the annual banquet and formed committees to handle details. Discussion on a hospital issue noted inquiries from doctors and pledges of support, while gas prospects prompted a three member committee to report. VFW Auxiliary members offered aid, focusing on obtaining a local doctor.
Last Wednesday night residents of Hallettsville reported a lion on the loose with police fielding calls as the creature was said to be in backyards and under houses. The “lion” proved to be a gas valve venting excess pressure, prompting alarms and guarded windows.
The PTA meeting for Moulton Public School is postponed to Tuesday March 24. Parents and teachers are advised of the new date and time.
Austin report by Dr Geo W Cox state health officer notes trichinosis remains a yearly threat in Texas. Symptoms begin with abdominal pain and nausea, then fever and muscle soreness as embryos migrate. Prevention centers on thorough cooking and meat with federal inspection stamps, plus rat control and proper refrigeration. Jodie Meiserschlaeger returned Friday from Kerrville veterans hospital to resume his recovery.
Tom W Cooper of Luling recalls early Moulton settlers and family history born February 9 1868 as the last surviving son of John and Emily Cooper. He describes the old unmarked cemetery near Moulton now on private land near Joe Powers place and lists pioneer neighbors and relatives including Leazar Hicks and York McKay.
E and H Phillips No 2 Cora Cockrell wildcat south of West Muldoon Field was abandoned at total depth 3900 feet after logs and side wall cores. Producers Corporation of Nevada No 1 D B Kelley Gonzales County wildcat in Samuel McCoy Survey started coring at 1867 feet eight miles east of Gonzales. Producers No 1 P E Johnson south of Shallow Starting Field waits on pumps at 1960 feet in W T Williams Survey.
County Tax Assessor-Collector Ernest Schultz announced that a current inspection receipt is not needed for 1953 auto and truck licenses. A license receipt from the previous year and a photostatic copy of the title proof renewal. lost copies require applying to the State Department of Public Safety through the county office.
Senator Strauss explains opposition to the Financial Responsibility Law outlining that it costs taxpayers about 300000 dollars yearly and fails to require insurance. He argues innocent drivers face asset seizures after accidents and cannot sell cars, breaching due process concepts.
Pvt. Melvin C. Malone of 504 Crockett St. Luling has arrived at North Fort Hood Texas for basic training with the First Armored Division. He is son of Mr and Mrs Oscar Shulak of Flatonia Route 1 and attended Moulton High School. The First Armored Division, reactivated in 1951, is undergoing combat training at Fort Hood.
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