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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1904
Page
1
A violent tornado devastated Moundville Alabama killing 37 people and injuring over 160. Homes and businesses were wrecked as debris spread for miles with lives displaced and a child missing after the disaster. In other notes, storms and ice affected New York Harbor Hull and Cumberland Maryland and other towns.
Miss Sarah Schaeffer, Latin teacher at Bedford High School and former Elkhart resident, was found dead in a cab shed after an apparent assault. The murder sent shock through Bedford as authorities identify the victim and investigate leads. Governor Lanham arrived in Weatherford, Texas, for a visit from Austin.
Elite council tried to convene last night to close the opera house over public safety concerns but failed to form a quorum. Owners and lessees conferred and decided the venue would stay shut, canceling all remaining season dates. Plans were set to construct a modern opera house to open next season.
The attorney general's department closed Friday in observation of the death of Mrs. Judge Reese wife of First Assistant Attorney General Reese. Obsequies were held at the old family home near Hempstead with Attorney General Bell Judge Johnson and other officials in attendance.
Corpus Christi reports that the thirty mile of track on the 81 Louis Brownsville and Mexican road was completed Friday. The track now lies seven miles beyond Kingsville with five engines on the road between Rebstown and the front fishing districts and ties laid to the track layers.
A society column explores why women attend parties despite fatigue, driven by fear of not being invited. It notes women with shared tastes gather only to prove invitation rights, not companionship. The piece shifts to a poem about charity, examining vanity, generosity, and the social sting of exclusions.
A recept arrest in Paris uncovered a beggar association based in the Sorbonne district. The group led by an educated man ruined by drink and gambling met daily to assign roles across Paris including Champs Elysees and Plaine Monceau. Members split spoils, each receiving about $5 to $6 daily.
Miss Gabrielle Townsend Stewart becomes the first woman admitted to the New York bar after a brilliant stint at the Ohio bar. A Cleveland native from a socially prominent Scottish English lineage, her great-grandfather once served as a lord.
Rescue crews report 86 or more miners feared dead after a blast at the Harwick mine of the Allegheny Coal Co in Cheswick. Only three workers reached the surface. Selwin Taylor, the mining engineer, is among the dead. Water and ice hinder recovery as physicians fear no survivors remain.
The Texas Press Association executive committee met in San Antonio to plan the May 5 to 7 convention. A public meeting at the Grand House will kick off the sessions. Committee members include Dida Boneh axles T. J. H. Lowery and M. L. Bixler. Collier Murder Case opens in Franklin district court with jury sworn and several witnesses questioned.
Tokio reports Tok in a fortified Yokosuka zone was arrested last Saturday on suspicion of spying for Russia. He has been moved to Yokohama for trial amid claims of conclusive evidence against other suspects and strong public outrage at treachery.
Elkhart Texas, four miles south of town, Sam Bickerstaff was killed by unknown parties. His body was discovered Monday morning by his son about half a mile from the residence.
Berlin reports the German government believes Tokyo will declare war unless Russia concedes enough of Japan’s points. Russia plans to partially meet Japan’s demands to avoid a war and persuade the Tokio cabinet that a war is not likely.
In Eagle Pass Texas customs inspectors on the lookout for marijuana from Mexico shot a man s horse when he refused to halt. The man fled thinking a holdup was underway and nearly drowned while trying to cross a creek.
Seoul report of a Japanese army landing at Masam oho has been found to be untrue with no corroborating evidence. The correction clarifies that the prior claim was erroneous and unsupported.
Refugio on track to host a private bank as Mr J B McCampbell of Goliad and L A Jeter of Refugio announce plans. Construction on the bank building will begin next week with opening in about ninety days.
In Elkhart Texas officials describe ongoing planting efforts adding hundreds of peach and plum trees to an existing grove. The initiative aims to expand fruit production and farm capacity in the region.
Milwaukee reports eight above zero at 9 PM ending the deep freeze. New Richmond shatters regional records with 46 to 48 below zero. Schools closed in several towns including Janesville. Other readings: Mondovi 35 to 40 below, Rhinelander 28 to 38 below, Waukesha 25 below.
London reports from Tokio that the Official Gazette publishes an imperial ordinance empowering the government to take over all private railways for military purposes. The correspondent says the situation is very grave and developments are likely to follow.
Memphis Tenn reports the first severe snow and sleet storm of the winter. A daytime rain changed to heavy sleet and snow at night, with temperatures dropping and telegraph service hampered significantly.
A severe cold wave hits the Northwest with Chicago at 15 below. the city’s record low is 28 below and officials expect a new low before the spell ends. One man was found frozen off on Thirty second Street.
Pekin reports Chinese officials have urged ministers of several powers to mediate between Russia and Japan. Beijing is anxious to avert war and promotes direct proposals for peace talks.
Manila reports that Japanese merchants have been advised by the home government to shift their operations to American hands if hostilities erupt. The guidance aims to protect interests during potential conflict and preserves alternative markets.
Boston reporter J Frank Quinlan once helped defeat the Greeks at the 1898 Athens Marathon meet. He died in Jamaica Plain from blood poisoning after an unsuccessful operation for quinsy.
Des Moines Iowa reports the death of Major Hoyt Sherman in the current day. He is identified as brother to General T. T. Sherman and Secretary John Sherman, noted figures in the family.
Cleveland Ohio cashiar George A Rove of the Produce Exchange Bank was arrested Saturday on embezzlement charges totaling 187000 dollars. He was arraigned and sentenced Monday in line with his wishes.
Senator McComas introduced a bill to appropriate 75000 dollars to buy General Washingtons sword from his grand niece Virginia Taylor Lewis. The action aims to keep the historic artifact within public hands and support preservation.
Secretary Wilson and scientists plan a national campaign against the cotton boll weevil to save US cotton. Congress provides 250000 dollars for operations with volunteer farmers in Texas, large scale breeding, demonstration farms, and diversification to reduce reliance on cotton.
A bedroom fire on the second floor of the First National Bank building in Sour Lake Texas consumed about 135000 in property by 11 am yesterday. The cause is disputed with reports of a defective flue or a gasoline stove explosion. The new volunteer fire company led by P Collins contained the blaze, sparing the Crosby House bar and southern blocks as winds kept flames from spreading across the Market area.
In Austin Texas the local Bookbinders Union elected W. H. Pannel as president R. H. Waechter as vice president T. A. Reisner as secretary H. H. Edwards as treasurer and W. C. Richardson as sergeant at arms for the upcoming term.
Capt Fields of Mission Valley said a mad dog epidemic exists in the area with several rabid animals killed in recent days.
In New Orleans the négro coal wheelers strike against coal merchants was suspended Sunday night after investigation. The Dock and Cotton Council announced they had no case and would not support the workers in their demands.
The H a government secretly telegraphs to foreign powers via the French neutrality to secure a pledge of neutrality to prevent fighting on Korean soil or loss of territory. Locally the move is regarded as ridiculous and puzzling.
The district court extends the receivership case Ohio Southern Investment Company versus P. J. Mundy et al for the Gaskill Mundy zoo division. The case is rescheduled for next Saturday in Austin Texas.
In New Orleans the Lucius Hay ward embezzlement case in federal court becomes a cause celebre as Texas postmasters are set to play a key role in the defense alongside their prior involvement in the prosecution. The defense opened Monday.
A deputy sheriff returned from Eagle Lake with Priest Spicer a colored county convict who escaped from the road working gang about three months ago reaching Luling Texas on Sunday morning.
In Austin Texas Lige Benford a ne gro obtained a divorce from Mary Benford on Saturday and within five minutes secured a marriage license to wed Melvina Jones. Benford reportedly holds a local record for speed in completing divorce and remarriage.
An electric street railway crash in Seoul led to public unrest as Korean casualties occurred. A Marine guard at the American legation stopped further trouble without using firearms. In Cameron Texas Camp Ben McCulloch No 29 United Confederate Veterans met at the courthouse to plan a benefit entertainment for veterans.
Beaumont Texas officials report organized labor held a Sunday afternoon meeting in the Main and Washington hall to discuss taking a hand in the new local campaign and push for labor priorities.
Paris reports, citing reliable news as obtained by the Mafin state that the Japanese government is preparing to land four divisions of troops in Korea as a military demonstration.
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