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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1927
Page
1
A reflective musing on value and wit contrasts appearances with lasting worth. The piece notes that true gain comes from honest effort and usefulness, while trivial amusements like jokes and fandoms matter little in shaping real impact.
Hon. Fred Blundell of Lockhart will run for Congress in the 10th district. State Senator A. J. Wirtz of Seguin plans a bid for lieutenant governor next year. Rumor links Governor Dan Moody to a Senate race against incumbent Earl B. Mayfield, and Lt. Gov. Barry Miller to a run for governor.
A farewell party was held at Moul ton High School in the auditorium on Thursday evening May 26 in honor of high school teacher Mr W A Bilers. Students enjoyed games and refreshments and reported a most delightful time.
Mies Mollie Hinci spends vacation in Schulenburg and LaGrange. Mrs George von Jienen and her children travel Tuesday for several days visiting Seguin and San Antonio.
Flatonia graduates fill Fair Park Hall for commencement exercises. Sixteen seniors receive diplomas as Hon. E. A. Arnim Jr. delivers the class address. Superintendent E. A. Mason is re elected for the next scholastic year.
The first bale of the 1927 crop sold for 1350 dollars at the Houston Cotton Exchange and Board of Trade on Tuesday morning. It was produced by M Chapas Montalvo of Hidalgo County.
Mrs. Erna Kotzebue will be host to the Moulton Cemetery Aid Society on Wednesday June 8. Members are to gather at the cemetery grounds for a brief meeting and refreshments.
Mr. and Mrs. Anton Katzer spent Sunday in Cuero visiting relatives. Mrs. J. V. Dozier of San Antonio spent part of the week with Dr. Dozier. Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Janish and son Eldon of Shiner and Mr. and Mrs. Tousek of Dreyer were in Mouny' Monday for health matters. Mrs. E. S. Jaergii returned from San Antonio after visiting her parents. Mr. and Mrs. John Gajer hosted a party for granddaughter Vera Lee Meiners on her first birthday with refreshments.
For the first time Moulton marked Decoration Day with a program at the public cemetery led by Geier Merrem Post No 392 American Legion. A procession from the Legion hall preceded the service with sermons, music, and a firing squad salute. The event honored service members and urged ongoing cemetery care.
Commencement exercises at the Sam and Will Moore Institute drew a large audience in the school auditorium. Seven graduates were honored with roles from valedictorian to class will while the faculty, board, and local officials attended and praised the year’s work.
Frank Chovanetz died at his Boeska area home on May 27 after a long illness. The Austrian native, 65 years, 7 months, and 12 days old, left a widow and four children. Funeral and interment were held nearby with clergy from Hallettsville officiating. mourners from Moulton attended.
Miss Lennie Lee Knape hosted friends at her parents home Tuesday evening. A game of flea furnished fun with Miss Vivian Riske winning a box of candy and Donald Rich ter taking the booby prize a table pencil. Refreshments included napkins cake sandwiches and ice tea.
Mr and Mrs C C Roeder of Boerne, former Moulton school superintendent, traveled to Moulton on Friday to visit friends and attend the closing exercises of the Moulton public schools. He now heads Boerne public schools.
Mr. George Bargman and his family from Gonzales visited the F. T. Fehrenkamp home on Sunday.
Mr. and Mrs. Elo Felrenkamp hosted a grads party on Wednesday night May 25 honoring the class of 1927. The porch boasted maroon and white colors with Buneo providing entertainment. Stella Mladenko won high score and a water set, Henry Bohnenkamp took the booby doll. Cake and ice cream were served as guests departed thanking the hosts.
Mrs. Peter Faltisek sister of Joe Miki lik died at her home near Praha on Tuesday May 24 and was buried in Praha Catholic cemetery on Thursday May 26 Rev Father Neubert conducted the funeral services. She was 52 years old.
Mr. Joe Hrack of near Boursville and Miss Leila Kolar of Moulton were married at the Catholic church Tuesday morning with Rev. Father Joseph officiating. The Eagle reports the newlyweds in attendance.
Mr and Mrs Frank Trea of south of town welcomed a son named Erwin on May 27. Mrs Edwin J Knesek of Moulton reports a daughter named Nola Mae born Thursday May 26.
Miss Lenora Jn z n hosted the Bridge Club Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. W. A. Bergfeld taking high score and Mr. B. V. Meyer low score. A delicious lunch was served.
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