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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1974
Page
2
The letter questions Washington's oil ties with Arabs and critique of Watergate era oil shortages. It cites vandalism costs in major cities, laments rising postage, and argues religion and patriotism as bulwarks against atheism and communism while urging return to civic norms.
The letter argues that party labels matter little next to the character of leaders. It criticizes President Nixon for spending 1.4 million of government funds on private property and condemns Vice President Agnew for accepting big commissions. It warns that current policy blunders on oil and gasoline risk harming the republic.
Dr Hf E Hoeh argues that under Communist rule human nature remains unchanged and laziness rises. He cites Soviet Republics he traveled as examples of widespread idleness and careless work attitudes.
Feminist leader Caroline Bird argues equal pay for equal work remains uneven in the United States. She notes voluntary compliance by many companies, progress in women’s hiring, and legal advances, while urging ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment and broader job access for women.
A reader writes on Christmas Day about winter snow and icy streets delaying celebrations. The letter laments fuel shortages, oil dependence, and critiques Washington over Watergate and Oilgate. It notes shifting car choices and asks for better state government space and awareness.
The Management Residents and Staff of the Shady Oak Nursing Home extend heartfelt thanks to benefactors for flowers gift packages Christmas party food and birthday gifts. Special gratitude to Rev Holm Father Schmidt and Father Vaclav Bily for religious services confessions and Mass. Wishing blessings for 1974.
Mr and Mrs D C Hinch with Karen Debbie and Donald of San Antonio visited Sunday in Floresville with Mrs F K Hinch and Edith. Sister Aline has stayed a few days with them before returning to Floresville. Emma Rosenauer is spending part of the holiday season in San Antonio with Mr and Mrs Gene Boehm and children. Mrs Joe J Anderle and Mr and Mrs Charles Zamykal spent Christmas Day in Victoria with Mr and Mrs Ernest Darilek and daughters. Bill Pollard and sons David and Mark of Austin and Kerwyn Pietsch of Baytown spent the holidays in the home of Louis Pietsch.
The note discusses a plan to fund a new state office building costing twenty million dollars. It also mentions a ten percent loan charge by banks and urges Watergate to focus on serious business. A New Year greeting accompanies the message.
Southwest Screwworm Eradication Director Dr. M E Meadows warns that colder weather is required to immobilize and kill the screwworm population as infestations surge in South Texas counties from Brooks to Hidalgo. November records show dramatic increases in Jim Hogg, Webb, Kleberg, Duval, and San Patricio, while Arizona and California report new monthly highs, underscoring the need for weather-driven suppression alongside sterile fly releases.
Edmund Filip aged 73 of Moulton died unexpectedly December 15 1973 in Schulenburg. Funeral services were held December 18 at Ascension of Our Lord Church with burial in Moravia Catholic Cemetery. Surviving are two sons Marvin and Elgin Filip seven grandchildren three sisters and other relatives.
Local notice invites readers to contact The Moulton Eagle at 596-4871 for news tips and community updates.
Charles Neskora of Moulton and Joe C Filip of El Campo survive in this notice. Preceding him in death were wife Julia Filip, parents Frank and Mrs Filip Sr, sister Martha Kristynik and brothers Frank Jr and August. Obituary records list mourners and family.
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