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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1958
Page
1
Ed's Viewpoint argues that farm decline shifts toward large mechanized family runs not corporate farms. He notes U.S. farm acreage fell from 24 million to 16 million acres in ten years while synthetic fiber output rises and foreign cotton increases. he urges swift legislative action to protect the cotton industry as other fibers grow.
Mikulenka’s in Hallettsville runs a 16 day clearance event with Fall and Winter wear at low prices. The promotion highlights a large two page ad in this issue and the sale continues through Saturday February 1.
Farmers in Lavaca County may obtain a free copy of the updated farm record book from the County Extension Office, County Farm Bureau, local banks, or the County Agent. Distribution occurs at January Farm Bureau meetings, with mail copies available upon request. Funding supported by Guadalupe Valley Rural Electric Cooperative, Lavaca County Farm Bureau, and Lavaca County Commissioners Court.
The Old Cotton Belt Association of Texas asks the Agriculture Department for rulings on whether participation in the Soil Bank for up to three years affects future cotton allotments. They seek guidance on how planting history is counted under the 1938 Agriculture Adjustment Act as amended and whether voluntary acreage reductions count against farming history.
The Moulton Home Demonstration Club will meet Tuesday January 21 at Mrs Leander Mueller's home. The program covers Keep Clothing Ready To Wear with work simplification. Guests are welcome.
The Moulton Bobkatz defeated Hallettsville 65 to 40 as the boys pulled away in the second half after a 26 all halftime score. The Bobkittens beat Hallettsville 41 to 22 with subs stepping up in the fourth quarter. Both Moulton teams now stand 2–0 in district play.
The Moulton Bobkittens, undefeated this season, captured the Blinn College Tournament championship in Brenham with victories over Milano Burton and Summerville. Carol Ann Darilek earned All Tourney honors and Annie Jasek was named outstanding player.
Louise high school teams visit the local gym for district games against the Bobkatz and Bobkittens. The Louise girls seek a repeat district title as fans are urged to pack the stands for a big Friday night victory.
Dr James Mott D O and his family relocate to Brownfield Texas joining Dr Burns in the Brownfield Medical and Surgical Clinic. The Motts previously resided in Moulton.
The Lavaca County Championship Domino Tournament will be held at the Hallettsville Recreation Hall next Sunday January 19 with play starting at 9:00 a.m. entrants pay 2.59 per person or 5.00 for a partner team and prizes awarded to top teams. Visitors may join meals for a nominal charge and register at Werner's Sporting Goods or with G H Gerdes.
Taxpayers aged 21 to 65 have two weeks left to pay the City and County Poll Tax with January 31 deadline. Election year 1958 requires payment to vote in upcoming elections.
The first regular meeting of the Moulton Hermann Sons Lodge No. 59 will be held at the VFW Hall Thursday night January 16 beginning at 7 30 oclock All members are urged to attend.
The Parent Teachers Association will hear about an underway survey titled A Grass Roots Study that could drive statewide changes. Supt J W Pyland and committee members will explain how Hale Aiken shaped the project and what outcomes may affect Lavaca County schools. The PTA meets Thursday January 23 at 7 30 PM in the lunchroom with light refreshments.
Mrs. Anna Schroeter died at Shiner Hospital Tuesday night January 14 after a heart attack. She was 81. Funeral services will be held at Zion Lutheran Church January 16 at 2 p.m. Interment follows at Shiner Public Cemetery. She is survived by four daughters, two sons, and one brother. A full obituary will appear next week.
August Pilsner Sr. 77 of Mentz died Monday at his daughter Mrs. Herbert Zimmermann's home in Weimar after a long illness. Mass and rites were at St. Roch Mentz with Fr. Flanagan and Rev. Kaszynski. Rosaries recited. burial in Columbus Odd Fellows Cemetery. Born June 1 1880 Praha Texas. married Annie Lowak in 1905 Moulton. Seven children. See PILSNER page 2 col 4.
Pvt. Franklin J. Kozelsky arrived in Germany for further Army duty. He entered the Army on June 13, 1957 and trained at Fort Hood Texas where he completed a Track Vehicle Maintenance Course. He is a 1953 Moulton High School graduate, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Kozelsky of Route 1 Moulton.
Fever upset stomachs and colds appear common as children and adults suffer various illnesses. Several pneumonia cases are reported. Some are mild, but many require physician care to aid recovery.
Moulton saw about two inches of rain over the weekend, with thunder and lightning Saturday night. Rain continued Sunday. nearby communities reported 1.70 to 2.50 inches. Creeks rose and FM roads to Gonzales and Waelder were closed due to high water.
Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative will build a 1000 KVA substation two miles south of Moulton on the Frank Simper farm. Preliminary work starts early 1958 with a project cost around 40000 dollars to improve system capacity for 8 to 10 years and connect to the 69000 volt LCRA line. Construction includes eight miles of three phase distribution lines to tie into the existing network and serve Moulton area residents and nearby substations.
The regular Farm Bureau meeting is set for Thursday January 23 at 7 30 P M in the Moulton VIW Hall. Important matters will be discussed and members urged to attend. The polio drive is underway with every small contribution helping.
Mrs. Ida Louise Hohensee nee Koester, 63, former Moulton resident, died January 8 in Waelder of a heart attack after a period of ill health. Funeral services were held at Smith Funeral Home in Moulton with Rev. Julius Holm officiating. interment followed in Moulton City Cemetery. She had suffered from ill health and a weak heart for years and had recently contracted influenza. Burial details appear on page 7.
Mr. Emil Helweg of Corpus Christi, formerly of Moulton, underwent surgery at a Corpus Christi hospital. He is the son of Mrs. Louise Helweg and a brother to Mr. Helenry Helweg of here.
Mrs. Alfonso Koranek is back home Sunday after several days confined in the Wagner Inn. She suffered an attack of double pneumonia and is much improved.
New York novelty uses the car’s vacuum system to chill food and drinks. The compact unit fits beneath the instrument panel and operates without any extra power.
The Groce Wearden Company marks fifty golden years in Victoria and the Golden Crescent with a four week Food-O-Rama Sale and TV Sweepstakes starting January 16 18. The event features 12 Westinghouse 17 inch portable TVs and promotions by Pilot’s Super Market W H Etlinger and Moulton Super Market.
Mrs J C Petrek Mrs Johnnie Kubenka and Mrs Lee Jarosek visited with Mr J C Petrek at the VA Hospital in Houston on Thursday.
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