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Newspaper

Moulton Eagle

Location

Moulton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1938

Page

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Moulton Branch Farmers League Sees 290 Members

The Moulton Branch Farmers League held a regu lar meeting at Moulton High School with President Frank K Hrncie and Secretary Adolph A Haas in chair. About 75 farmers attended as eight new members joined, bringing total to 290. The league supports equal opportunity, tariff changes, cheaper transport, cooperative buying, soil conservation, and reduced government taxes.

Moulton The Farmers’ League Moulton High School Frank K Hrncie Adolph A. Haas Weimar Sulphur Park League Q.E Ermis Sweet Home Jaro Koube Shiner Leo Ebner

Gems of Thought and Wisdom Quotes Compiled

A collection of brief sayings from Cato Mary Baker Eddy Bishop Thomas Wilson James Russell Lowell and Ralph Waldo Emerson on memory actions heart and beauty. The quotes urge reflecting on good deeds and inner virtue as guides to character and life.

Texas High School Students Debate Sales Tax Question

Austin Texas June 30 preliminary outline of material on the sales tax question has been prepared by the University of Texas Interscholastic League and is available free to high school students for summer reading. Roy Bedicek director says many students wish to study the topic before the fall debates. The 250 page handbook won’t be ready until schools open, but the bibliography offers an intelligent guide and is sent free on request to the Interscholastic League Austin Texas.

Austin Texas University of Texas Interscholastic League Roy Bedicek

City lays two inch water main on Moore to Cockrill

The city laid a two inch water main from Moore Avenue past Cockrill Avenue, about one and one half blocks. Several water customers have been added as the plant operates.

Moore Avenue Cockrill Avenue

Road survey progresses on Moulton Kamensky route

Surveyors are busy mapping the Moulton Kamensky road to surface it soon. The project aims to help farmers in the area market their produce regardless of weather.

Moulton-Kamensky Road

Fehrenkamp Brother Rushes to Shiner After Illness

Mayor's brother F T Fehrenkamp rushed to Shiner Wednesday morning after a message announced his brother Ben Fehrenkamp's illness. He is reported to have suffered a stroke with paralysis.

F. T. Fehrenkamp Shiner Ben Fehrenkamp Fehrenkamp

Bargmann Family Visit in Gonzales Community

Mr and Mrs George Bargmann and daughter Elizabeth from Gonzales visited the home of Mr and Mrs F T Fehrenkamp on Thursday.

George Bargmann Elizabeth of Gonzales F. T. Fehrenkamp

Miss Mildred Brunkenhoefer Visits Grandparents in San Antonio

Miss Mildred Brunkenhoefer of San Antonio spent last week end in the home of her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. G. J. Bohnenkamp.

Mildred Brunkenhoefer San Antonio G. J. Bohnenkamp

Lavaca County Democrat Attends Hallettsville Committee Meeting

George von Lienen a member of the Lavaca County Democratic Executive Committee attended a committee meeting in Hallettsville last week. The event appears to reflect ongoing party activity in the county.

George von Lienen Lavaca County Democratic Executive Committee Hallettsville

Norwood Family Returns From Pleasant Waco Visit

Mr and Mrs G G Norwood and daughter Beatrice of Waco returned home after a pleasant visit in the home of Rey and Mrs C A Dickson.

G. G. Norwood Beatrice Waco Rey C. A. Dickson

Krause Couple Return to Skidmore After Visit

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Krause returned to Skidmore Monday after visiting relatives and friends. Mr. Krause also called at the office and renewed his allegiance to the paper.

Fred Krause Skidmore Mr. Krause Paper

Stavinoha in Town to Rally Support for Legislature Bid

C L Stavinoha of Halletta ville, candidate for representative, visited town Tuesday to shore up political support. He also stopped by The Eagle office for a brief call.

C. L. Stavinoha Hallettaville

Mansfield Tribute Will Be Paid At Palacios Celebration

A June 24 note states a South Texas tribute to Congressman J. J. Mansfield for his service to constituents and Texas waterways. The Palacios event on July 15 at 10 a m features Cols Wilby Besson Holland and Roy Miller as guests with invitations extended to civic groups and Ninth District officials.

Mansfield Chambers of Commerce Commissioners Courts Ninth Congressional District Judge Mansfield Gulf Coast

Court Adjourns Gonzales Texas June Term Ends

District Court in Gonzales Texas adjourned for the June term with Judge Lester Holt leaving for Hallettsville. It was a short term with few civil trials and 10 criminal trials including several suspended sentences. No special venire was called and 16 divorces were granted.

Gonzales Texas District Court Lester Holt Hallettsville

League Holds Meeting at Zion Lutheran Church

The Luther League of Zion's Lutheran Church met Tuesday June 14 for an hour of business followed by a social in the parish hall.

Luther League of Zion’s Lutheran Church

Champion Grandmother of United States From Gonzales

The San Antonio Light highlighted Mrs. Mary Jane Skinner of Gonzales as the champion grandmother in the nation. She reportedly has 62 grandchildren, 161 great grandchildren and 38 great great grandchildren.

San Antonio Mary Jane Skinner Gonzales United States

Herman Sons Picnic Brings Lodges All Together at Herman Park

Members of Mozart Lodge No. 59 and Lorbeeren Lodge No. 63 of the Sons of Herman and their families held a Sunday afternoon picnic at Herman Park. A lunch was served and music by the Witting orchestra accompanied an address by Philip Lorfing of Breslau who urged enrollment of new members, especially among youth, introduced by G. J. Bohnenkamp, Mozart lodge secretary.

Mozart Lodge No Lorbeeren Lodge No Order of the Sons of Herman Herman Park Witting Orchestra Philip Lorfing Breslau G. J. Bohnenkamp Mozart Lodge

St John's Catholic Church Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Fiftieth anniversary observance at St Johns Catholic Church located about fifteen miles northeast of Moulton drew a large crowd on Sunday with many in attendance.

St. John’s Catholic Church Moulton

Political Rally at Cedar Springs School

A political rally is scheduled at Cedar Springs School on Thursday July 7 starting at 1 PM Prominent speakers will address the gathering.

Cedar Springs

Fourth at Oak Grove Independence Day Celebration

An Independence Day celebration will be held next Monday at Oak Grove School. The organizing committee has arranged a variety of entertainment features.

Oak Grove

Bandman Henry Klos Ill in Shiner Hospital

Henry Klos of the American Legion Band of Moulton is very ill at Shiner hospital. He has many friends in Moulton and beyond who wish for his early and complete recovery.

Henry Klos American Legion Band of Moulton Shiner Hospital Mr. Klos

Social Visit From Yoakum And San Antonio Members

Mr. and Mrs. Roy Rowan of Yoakum Bert Maxwell Mrs. Linda Franke Mrs. W. E. Graves and daughter Miss Kathrine and Mrs. Bertha Brunkenhoefer of San Antonio spent Saturday and Sunday in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Vince Rehmet.

Roy Rowan Yoakum Bert Maxwell Linda Franke W. E. Graves Kathrine Bertha Brunkenhoefer San Antonio Vince Rehmet

Beautification Underway at Sam Houston Campsite Grounds

Sergeant Roy E. Hall oversees work to beautify historic grounds near Moulton South of town with 18 foot graveled driveways and space for flowers and shrubs. American Legion Post and local citizens pledge effort to make Lavaca County beauty spot.

Roy E. Hall Sam Houston American Legion Post Moulton Lavaca

Slaying Suspect Eludes Officers Near Hallettsville

In Hallettsville Texas Moses Shelton a Black man suspected in a three victim shooting near the town remains at large as bloodhounds from Huntsville track the trail. Victims Charles Williams Evin Mae Shelton and Lizzie Caesar died from gunshot wounds in the Sunday attack.

Hallettsville Tex Moses Shelton Huntsville Charles Williams Evin Mae Shelton Lizzie Caesar

Flatonia and Moulton Boy Scouts Meet at Sulphur Park

The Flatonia Boy Scouts and the Moulton Boy Scouts met Tuesday evening at Sulphur Park. Flatonia won a softball game 11 to 9, then enjoyed swimming and a lunch of cake sandwiches and iced tea.

Flatonia Boy Scouts Moulton Boy Scouts Sulphur Park Flatonia

Thompson to Speak at Hochheim Sunday July 10

Ernest O. Thompson, a gubernatorial candidate, will address the public at Hochheim Prairie Hall on Sunday July 10. The event invites all residents to attend.

Ernest O. Thompson Hochheim Prairie Hall

July Fourth Observance Leads Local Businesses to Close

Moulton business houses will remain closed on Monday July 4 in observance of Independence Day in accordance with an agreement published in The Eagle months ago.

Moulton Eagle

Summer School Progress At Moore Institute

Summer school runs smoothly with fifteen students enrolled. Superintendent Stanley Cer nos ek of the Sam and Will Moore Institute notes satisfactory progress while Mr. Carpenter leads the program.

Stanley F. Cernosek Sam and Will Moore Institute The Eagle Carpenter

Run-off Primary Committee Decides in Hallettsville Session

The Run-off Primary Executive Committee met in Hallettsville last week and voted to hold run-off elections for county and precinct officers.

Lavaca County Democratic Executive Committee Hallettsville

Business Men's League Holds Regular Monthly Meeting

The Moulton Business Men's League held its regular meeting Tuesday evening June 21 at the American Legion Hall. Fourteen members attended. Road committee head Vladik Boehm reported favorable prospects for better roads after contacting proper authorities. The group agreed to thank County Judge Paul H. Fertsch for assistance. Ed Boehm said a CCC camp for Lavaca County looks likely. A five dollar contribution was approved to help 4-H Club Boys at the A M short course if Oak Grove club member attends. Rev. E Jacobs and Supt. Stanley F. Cernosek spoke briefly and were appreciated by attendees.

Moulton Business Men’s League American Legion Hall J. B. Wilson F.J. Wagner Vladik Boehm Paul H. Fertsch Oak Grove

Short Courses Planned at A. and M. College

The junior short course will be held at Texas A. and M. College July 6 to 8, and the adult course will be held July 18 to 16.

Texas A. & M. College

Lutheran Ladies' Aid Society Tea on Church Lawn

The Lutheran Ladies' Aid Society served tea on the church lawn Thursday evening from 7 to 10 with iced tea sandwiches and cake. Interspersed with cheerful conservation and music, a goodly number of candidates were among those in attendance.

Lutheran Ladies’ Aid Society

Revival Meeting at Old Moulton Baptist Church

A revival will be held at the Old Moulton Baptist Church beginning Friday July 1 and continuing through July 16. The meetings will be conducted by Rev. Charles Dickson of Adeline.

Old Moulton Baptist Church Charles Dickson Adeline

Canning Demonstration Held at Ed Boehm's Sons

Mrs. Alisse Chaptman from Dallas a home economist for Ball Brothers conducted a canning demonstration at Ed Boehm's Sons store on Wednesday June 22 in Dallas.

Alisse Chaptman Dallas Ball Brothers Company Ed. Boehm

Cooking School by Ruth Van Maaten Held June 24

Miss Ruth Van Maaten, home economist, led a cooking school in town on June 24 under the sponsorship of Central Power and Light Company.

Ruth van Maaten Central Power and Light Company

Chairman Resigns in Lavaca County Committee Change

A J Strauss resigns as Lavaca County Democratic Executive Committee chairman. H J Sommer of Hallettsville is appointed to fill the vacancy.

A. J. Strauss Hallettsville Lavaca County Democratic Executive Committee H. J. Sommer

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Moulton Branch Farmers League Rev E. Jacobs Supt Cato Mary Baker Eddy Thomas Wilson James Russell Lowell Emerson Texas High School Herman Sons Bandman del Monte C. W Mie JAE Ggli Flatonia-Moulton Boy Scouts Thompson Hochheim Business Men's League CCC A. & M. College Ladies’ Aid Society Cooking
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