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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1940
Page
1
The Hugie newspaper marks its forty third year with a pledge to remain a clean readable source of news. The note offers no promises but confirms ongoing publication of a straightforward local paper.
President Roosevelt signs the bill authorizing a two ocean navy costing four billion dollars. The completed armada would be the greatest fleet in world history.
James A. Farley, Democratic National Committee chairman who directed Roosevelt’s 1932 and 1936 campaigns, resigns effective August 17. He is not a strong organizer but did substantial work for the Democratic ticket’s success.
The text notes dissatisfaction among many Democrats over the vice presidential nomination. It suggests Jessie Jones of Texas declined to have his name entered and argues William B. Bankhead of Alabama should have been chosen. It questions whether John Nance Garner avoided renomination or was sidelined by administration forces.
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago nominated Franklin D Roosevelt for a third term with Henry A Wallace as running mate. Delegates criticized the steamroller tactics and the public will judge the convention’s actions at the November election.
The 44th reunion of Confederate veterans will be held August 7 8 and 9 at Camp Ben McCulloch in Hays County near Driftwood. T F Harwell editor of the Kyle News was chosen brigadier general commanding the Second Texas Brigade UCV. Camp McCulloch is described as the largest Confederate veterans camp in the United States.
The notice urges Texans to vote in the upcoming primary for state district county and precinct offices. It emphasizes exercising the franchise after studying candidate platforms and highlights the governor race while stressing legislative representation. Moulton polling place is set at the Central Power and Light Company office.
The Moulton Branch Farmers League held its monthly meeting at the Parish Hall. President F K Hinckr presided, acting secretary O F Knape appointed. Delegates reported on the county convention at Shiner and prepared petitions for the Legislative Fund. Members contributed $1.85. Discussion on truck load limits and cotton bag material drew no action.
With The Sick Mrs. Frank Jilek Sr of this place reported very ill at her home Mrs Louis J Kubicek of Moulton has been ill for several weeks Frank Biehunko Jr of this place who suffered a fracture of his leg several weeks ago is getting along very nicely Tom Shandera is reported to be very ill He was taken to a hospital in Hallettsville Wednesday afternoon John Reindl returned home Monday from San Antonio after spending four weeks in a hospital there Mrs Reindl and daughter Miss Elenora accompanied him home
Dr. Martin M. Wagner of Shin er has taken over the dental practice of Dr. Oscar A. Darilek and will be ready for business Monday. Dr. and Mrs. Wagner were here this week arranging the office and getting acquainted with the people. They favored the Hagle office with a pleasant call Monday afternoon.
Hallettsville defeated Moulton 12 to 1 in a Sunday baseball game at Hallettsville. The teams are set to meet again at Sulphur Park on Sunday July 28.
A letter argues for taxing Texas general resources to fund old age pensions. It proposes a 5 cent per barrel gasoline outbound levy, a small tax on electricity and sulfite and dry gas, and calls to repeal poll taxes. It also suggests raising truck load limits to 15 000 or 20 000 pounds. C L Stavinoha signs, San Antonio relatives visited.
Mr and Mrs L C Schoenig and daughter Marléne depart Victoria for Lawton Oklahoma and various points of interest in Colorado.
Mr and Mrs Jack Schumacher of Yoakum plan a trip to Pennsylvania next week to visit their former home and attend to business matters there.
Mrs. George Bargmann of Gonzales and Mr. and Mrs. George Bargmann Jr of El Paso visited in the home of Mr. and Mrs. F. T. Fehrenkamp on Thursday of last week.
Judge C L Stavinoha and Ben Stavinoha along with John Stavinoha and Edwin Sigmund of Hallettsville were in Moulton on Saturday afternoon as Stavinoha pursues a legislative seat.
Mr and Mrs Frank Wagner and daughter Miss Ethel Josephine spent the weekend in Houston. Miss Ethel Josephine remained for a visit in the home of Mr and Mrs Lon Spann.
Mr and Mrs R B Papacek and children Arnold and Marjorie of this place and Mike Rathway of Pennsylvania spent Sunday at Rockport fishing They report that the catch was small.
Mrs. Frank Marek and her son Bennie have moved to Moulton from the Oak Grove area and occupy the Helena Albrecht home in the town’s northern section.
Mrs. A K McElroy Sr and Mr and Mrs A K McElroy Jr of San Antonio spent last weekend in Moulton visiting Mr and Mrs O P B Knape. They also called on Mr and Mrs Arthur P McElroy of Hullettaville.
The Democratic primary election is set for Saturday July 27. Voters will elect state district county and provincial officials with George von Lienen presiding. Polls operate in the Central Power and Light Company office.
A. P. McElroy asks Lavaca County voters for continued support in the July 27, 1940 election. He pledges fair impartial service and saving taxpayer money, inviting voters to review his record at the courthouse and with county officials.
The USDA has developed a cotton hose style No. 106 that is as sheer and silky as other hose. The National Cotton Council estimates it could consume as much as 100000 bales of cotton annually.
Ann Nell Biehunko, daughter of Mr and Mrs John L Biehunko of Moulton, sustained a fracture of her left arm at the elbow while playing at home Thursday afternoon.
Ed Pundt begins construction on a new business house on the former hotel site he purchased. The project will house a grocery and meat market once completed, signaling a newborn business venture in the area.
The Moulton Volunteer Fire Department announces its annual bazaar to be held at Herman Park on September 1. Proceeds support department operations and community safety programs.
The Moulton Oil Mill is actively ramping production this week to build seed stock ahead of the new crop. Mills are working up on hand supplies to ensure steady output as harvest approaches.
J. J. Mansfield defends his farm voting record and outlines parity payments and conservation allowances for Texas farmers. He cites parity payments totaling about 24.87 million for cotton, 331,128 for rice, and conservation payments near 56.58 million, noting farmers may vote against him if dissatisfied with allotments.
The Moulton Lutheran congregation sponsored a church grounds social on Wednesday evening. A large crowd attended and enjoyed the evening. Several candidates were present. Music by Emma and Beatrice Vogt featured violin and guitar as the event closed.
Theodore Wenske Rud A Hass and Ad A Haas left for Windthurst Monday to attend the annual convention of the Catholic State League which was held Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday.
Parents seeking to transfer scholastic age children between districts must act before the month ends. Those aiming for Moulton schools should contact the superintendent or the school board president.
John Burt of Columbus visited Moulton on Wednesday to advocate for Congressman J J Mansfield's reelection campaign and support his candidacy.
Washington reports that rates of payment and deductions under the agricultural conservation range conservation and naval stores programs will be 10 percent lower for 1940 than the prior November tentative figures. The cut aims to keep payments within available funds, with total payments usually near a half billion dollars. parity payments remain unaffected.
The Lavaca County Farmers League met in Shiner on Thursday evening with county president Theo Golsch presiding. Bailey Ragsdale of Crockett spoke for the Dirt Farmers Congress, and candidates L Stavinoha Monte Meo M A Hobbs and Paul C Boethel also addressed the meeting. A motion urged ginners to use cotton bagging this year. Local attendees included F K Hinck John Hofper Frank Jilek Ad A Haas Anton Raab Gus Mueller Max Gerngross Willie Kleihege and others.
Dr. 0 A Darilek leaves Sunday for Corpus Christi to practice dentistry in the Medical Dental Building at Six Point. He has served here for fifteen years with a large, trusted practice and civic involvement. Dr. Martin M Wagner of Shiner will succeed him.
Attendees at Cedar Springs School enjoyed a picnic and dance held Thursday last week. Representative John M. Mohrmann of Gonzales delivered an address. Proceeds benefited the school.
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