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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1901
Page
2
The notice indicates a Saturday edition dated July 20 1901 published weekly by ExX.A with a one dollar annual subscription. It shows entry of the publication in the Moulton Texas post office as second class matter.
The Postmasters Association meets in Galveston this week. Cortes the sheriff murderer will be tried in Gonzales on August Sth. Mexican International engineers and firemen strike, halting traffic. Governor Sayers urged to bring double-leader bill to special session. State buying agent to switch to burning oil, saving over 12500 yearly. Smithville Times trout tale recalls ice storage and thawed catch from 1875 through 1888.
The Farm and Ranch notes that poor eating and drinking cause more illness than any other factor. It argues that if people learn to eat and drink properly, there will be little need for doctors.
The query asks which industry may follow the assured soda water factory to build a city in Moulton and who would lead the establishment of another enterprise. The article text does not specify a future industry or named leader.
A reflective line notes that mortals seldom feel fully content with their lot. The mountains feel cold, the valleys hot, and true comfort lies where one is not.
In response to widespread petitions Governor Dockery issues a proclamation calling Missourians to observe July 1 as a day of fasting and prayer for rain amid ongoing drought distress.
A $1800 reward is offered for Prince Edwards, wanted for the murder of John Gray Foster. Edwards remains at large as authorities in Oklahoma pursue him across uncertain land, with officers seeking capture after weeks of search.
The $1000 reward for the arrest and conviction of Cortez, who killed Sheriffs Morris and Glover, will go to Jesus Gonzales the Mexican cowboy who informed rangers of the suspect's location. $700 has been paid. $300 remains to be paid by the state after conviction.
Schulenburg Sunday Morning Sun notes the Mormon colony in Mexico expanding by 20 000 to 30 000 annually including native conversions. If the trend continues, it raises a question of eventual Mormon control in Mexico.
A mesquite tree west of town at Green Wood farm drips water to keep the ground beneath damp. Visitors report the tree emits moisture in sun or clouds and a held paper under it becomes moist, suggesting a puzzling natural phenomenon.
A strong windstorm struck the coast Tuesday night and Wednesday causing major damage at Port Lavaca where bath houses, a pavilion, and fishing huts were blown away. In Galveston the wind ran high but caused less devastation, though many residents suffered injuries.
The Yonkom Times notes that a person who constantly worries about others faults may overlook his own. None are perfect and fixating on the hump on another may reveal one’s own deformities.
Farm & Ranch urges farmers to raise yield per acre and apply intelligent business methods to farm work. It emphasizes that reading, study, and consultation are essential and that common sense is needed to be successful, noting some people lack it.
The piece touts August Flower as a universal cure for indigestion and biliousness, claiming it cleanses the system and steadies liver function. It urges readers to obtain Green's Prize Almanac and buy from A. F. Kotzebue.
The article notes persistent demand for rental housing in Moulton with many inquiries for a rent house each week. It laments the lack of housing, calls idle capital to be invested, and warns the shortage harms the town’s growth.
Dispatch from Eagle Lake reports distressingly low water levels with numerous fish pumped up daily. Captain Dunovant’s 21 inch pump clogged up to four times though many fish still pass through. Rice fields remain stocked and buffalo fish of about nine pounds are seen in the ditches.
An advertisement touts Boschee's German Syrup as the cure for severe coughs and lung troubles. It claims to heal tissues, quell inflammation, aid expectoration, and grant restful sleep, recommended worldwide by druggists and linked to Green's Prize Almanac.
From June 1 to September 30 round trip tickets are sold from Moulton to Kerrville Ganahl Comfort and Boerne with 30 day return windows. Fares: Kerrville 5.40 Ganahl 8.00 Comfort 7.70 Boerne 6.90. Also LaGrange Baptist Association sale July 29 30 with one and one third fare return by August 6.
The bankrupt stock of George McGonigle was sold on Monday in bulk. It was purchased by E. A. Arnim for 70 cents on the dollar of the estate value.
The column records social and local happenings in Halletsville area including marriages and pardons. It notes R. E. Haaney’s wife, a court case involving Tuck Goodson, and various visits and entertainments at the opera house. Weather affects crops while local traders like Reinecke and farms measure fodder and crop prospects.
Farmers report pastures dry and cattle out in lanes to reach creek water. Visitors include R. Stulken from Austin county and Paula Baron from Fayette county. School ends this week after eight months. Nove returns to U S Army duties in San Antonio. Local events feature a ball in Shiner and a Methodist church camp meeting. Jno Werner and Jos Munsch Jr attended briefly. Niemann of Yoakum bought cattle.
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