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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1921
Page
1
Governor Neff has asked the board of pardons to discharge its clerks and close the office, signaling a major restructuring of the pardons process. This move could affect how clemency requests are handled and recorded in state records.
Sweet Water legislator Representative Chitwood introduces a bill to establish a West Texas branch of the Agricultural and Mechanical College, aiming to expand higher education access in the region.
Mr Vater Mrs Vater and Miss Vater are reminded that the poll tax season closes on January 31. Voters cannot exercise their right to vote without a poll tax receipt or an exemption certificate.
In Dilworth the community reports continued warm spells and farmers preparing for another crop. Many residents have changed homes for better conditions. Mr and Mrs Tom Hall celebrate a new baby boy and Mr and Mrs Grady Johnson welcome a fine son. Congratulati ons to all. Mr Gabitsch and Mrs Johnson visit. The death angel takes noted veteran Dr A House of Harwood aged 91, survived by a companion and several children. buried with Mason and veteran honors as the oldest native Mason in the county. Lone Star.
Notice from Beran's Auto Sales Co offering $50 cash to anyone who brings a prospect and deposits for an automobile. The deal includes a 1 year guarantee for defects and 90 days of free service, signed R. F. Beran.
The letter urges teachers and trustees to inspect pupils for sore throats and exclude suspected diphtheria until a physician confirms absence of germs. Parents should seek prompt examination for antitoxin before it is too late. Children with diphtheria require a physician note. Scabies cases should be treated three days before return. contact Red Cross Public Health Nurse Hallettsville, Texas for guidance.
The notice lists lower prices for several goods including Tidal Wave Flour down one dollar per barrel Kerosene Qi down five cents per gallon Gasoline down three cents per gallon Prunes sugar and Karo Syrup reduced as marked.
A string of social visits highlights the week with Rudolp Jaeggli hosting guests from Yoakum and nearby towns. Notable travelers include Adolph Nachlinger and family from Taylor and visits by the Fehrenkamps from Houston and San Antonio.
Mr Joe Vrazel and Miss Viola Hafernick were married at the Catholic church with Rev Father Kopp officiating. A dinner followed at the bride's father's home, then the couple traveled to Gonzales and Houston. The bride is Frank Hafernick's eldest daughter. the groom from Gonzales county who ran a mercantile business and amusement parlor in Herkhaus. The Eagle offers congratulations and best wishes.
Mrs. Allen O. Laster, efficient primary teacher at the Sam and Will Moore Institute for nearly three years, resigns to join her husband in Cuero. Miss Lou McDonald Laster married December 29. Miss Mary Evans arrives from Pledger to take over as new primary teacher.
One Monday January 31 the Opera House hosts a charity program with free admission. Donations of any amount support starving children in Europe. Every ten dollars collected is framed as saving a life, inviting all to pall together.
The Eagle thanks readers for subscription payments including Rad Filipp Moulton H J Willberg Antoni W Kuntechik Harwood Miss Annie Winzig San Antonio Miss Margaret Keil latonia Mrs Louise Pieper Adolph Nachlinger Taylor Alfons Jilek Emil Schneider Paul Dierschke and others in Moulton and nearby.
Mrs H Menke and her daughter Miss Helen visited at Cheapside Sunday while Mrs Ben Stock, who had been visiting her sister Mrs Richard A Kulinger, returned to Shiver Wednesday.
Hallettsville officials announce the dedication ceremony for the town’s new school building set for next month. The event will honor the project’s sponsors and feature brief remarks from district leaders and local representatives.
On Saturday January 15 Mrs V Rebmet hosted the Forty two Club in Taylor for Mrs Alfred Rebmet and Mrs Jim Nachlinger who depart Sunday for new homes. Six tables played seven games with Anton Kolar winning a plate and F J Wagner Jr the club pin. A vase was presented to the honorees and refreshments served.
The county commissioners in special session at Hallettsville appointed Henry F L Mueller to the constableship of Precinct No 6 to fill the unexpired term of Henry Krueger who resigned. Mueller has previously served in that role and says the stock and automobile laws will be strictly enforced. He will take the oath of office February 14.
Work on the Krank P Raab family bungalow in the northern town section proceeds satisfactorily. Ludwig Janssen directs the project and the modern structure is expected to enhance the area’s appearance upon completion.
A social dance at the opera house Thursday evening drew a large crowd with many visitors from nearby towns. Corvelson's Jazzy Six of Schulenburg provided the music for the event.
Relatives and neighbors gathered January 17 at the Anton Selzer home to celebrate his birthday with cake and games. A January 21 surprise occurred at John Freytag’s, followed by a birthday gathering at Mrs. Raab’s January 22. The Oak Grove Beet Club met last Sunday at the school to approve slaughter plans for 28 yearlings and No. 1 before Easter. Mr and Mrs Mat Picha traveled to Houston to visit their ill daughter-in-law Mrs Jim Witovec.
The Hermann Park Verein hosts its annual masquerade ball this Sunday evening February 6 at the hall. Five prizes from $2.00 to 50c will be awarded to the prettiest maskers with the Buil mek orchestra engaged to provide music.
Local officials report daily complaints about children skating on cement sidewalks. The note warns continued skating will damage the walks and lead to costly repairs, urging residents to protect public pavement.
Miss Julia Neskorik eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs F W Neskorik received a pleasant surprise party Friday evening for her birthday anniversary. Guests played games and enjoyed refreshments in a light hearted, festive gathering.
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