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Newspaper

Moulton Eagle

Location

Moulton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1942

Page

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Funeral Services For Mrs. Ben Mueller Held At Lutheran Church

Mrs. Ben Mueller of Moulton died June 8 in Halllettsville after a long illness. Funeral services were held at Zion's Lutheran Church with Rev E Jacobs officiating and interment in Moulton Public Cemetery. Survived by son Radie Mueller of Rosenberg, granddaughter Mrs Victor Vogt, great granddaughter, two brothers, three sisters, and her husband had died in 1980. Pallbearers named Fisbeck Meyer Schodde Fehrenkamp Vogt Lueke.

Ben Mueller Lutheran Church Moulton Haillettsville Emil Pundt Zion’s Lutheran Church E. Jacobs Henry Fisbeck Joe W. Meyer W. H. Schodde, Sr Fred F. Fehreckamp Oto Vogt Arthur Lueke Mueller Amalia Pundt Radie Mueller Rosenberg Victor Vogt Willie Fepne Floresville Ed. Pundt San Antonio Bill Henrichs Henry Henrichs Willie Schroeder Alice

Texas War Bond Quota Set for June at 26 Million

State officials assign Texas statewide June quota of 26,000,200 dollars. Lava ca county receives a 56,400 dollar share while the May quota for the county stood at 35,000 dollars.

Texas Lavaca

Houston San Antonio Airmail Route Opens

A new air mail route between Houston and San Antonio began last week. Mail planes cover the distance in about one hour and twenty minutes, providing quicker service between the two Texas cities.

Houston San Antonio

National War Bond Quotas Rise from May to July

Reports from headquarters show the nation met a May quota of 600 million in war bonds. The June target increases to 800 million and July’s goal climbs to 1 billion.

U S Navy Belts Japanese Fleet in Major Battle

The United States South Pacific fleet delivered a crushing blow to the Japanese fleet last week sinking several vessels and disabling many for months. American forces continue to hunt remnants of the Japanese units.

United States South Pacific

House panel seeks end to civilian conservation camps

The appropriations committee asks Congress to dissolve the civilian conservation camp program starting next fiscal year. Initiated nine years ago, the program has cost about 2.8 billion dollars and enrolled 3,000,000 young men during its run.

House Appropriations Committee Congress

Six Democrats enter Texas governor race in July primary

In the Texas Democratic primary six candidates vie for the gubernatorial nomination in July. Early on it appeared Governor Coke Stevenson would face a lone challenge, but five others joined late: Hal Collins friend of Senator O'Daniel, A. M. Ferguson brother of James E. Ferguson, Hope Wheeler newspaper publisher, Gene S. Porter, and Charles Lavergne Sommerville.

Texas Govenor Coke Stevenson Hal Collins O’daniel A. M. Ferguson James E. Ferguson Hope Wheeler Gene S. Porter Charles Lavergne Sommerville

Clements Opens Campaign for Ninth District

Angleton businessman James A. Clements launched his bid for Congress at Wharton on Saturday. He outlined six Texas and national problems including winning the war, postwar peace, duties of capital and labor during the war, postwar obligations to service members, preserving independence of small business and farmers, and care for the aged and needy.

James A. Clements Angleton Wharton Clements Texas

Moulton Boy Promoted To Sergeant

Corporal Edward Henry Fehrenkamp son of Mr and Mrs Henry Fehrenkamp of Moulton was promoted to sergeant. He belongs to Hq and Hq Sqdo at the new Army Flying School in Enid Oklahoma.

Edward Henry Fehrenkamp Henry Fehrenkamp Moulton Sgt. Fehrenkamp Hq Sqdo New Army Flying School Enid Okla

Evergreen elects teachers for new term

Marvin Merrem was re elected principal of the Evergreen School for the ensuing term. Maxie Seidenberger was chosen assistant teacher for the term.

Marvin Merrem Evergreen School Maxie Seidenberger

Mrs. Cinade Recovers Nicely From Paralyzing Stroke

Mrs. Frank Cinade is reported recovering nicely after a paralytic stroke she suffered several weeks ago. Doctors are monitoring her progress as she regains strength and mobility.

Frank Cinade

National USO fund drive continues into June

Communities report progress toward regional quotas as June advances. Contributions support comfort rest and recreation for American service members, helping sustain morale for soldiers in the U.S. armed forces.

USO U.S. A

Cotton school set at University of Tex as for two weeks

A cotton school will run at the University of Texas for two weeks starting June 15. The program includes lectures on cotton industry topics and actual classing practice. Ginners, classers, and buyers from Texas and Mexico are urged to attend.

University of Texas Actul Texas Mexico

Moulton Mercantile District Promotes Weekly Ads

Merchants in Moulton urge readers to trade locally with weekly advertisements. The paper notes shoppers travel from distant points to visit local mercantile establishments, confirming that advertising yields results.

Moulton

Moulton Lions Club Elects Officers At Regular Meeting

The Moulton Lions Club met June 4 at the home economics building. O F Knape was elected president with Elo C Fehrenkamp, William Miculka, Roy Kotzebue as vice presidents. Secretary treasurer James Jaeggli. tail twister Louis Pietsch. Lion tamer Fred F Fehrenkamp. directors Fred Rehmer and Vince Rehmer. Guests included H L Gaskin Scout executive Austin and Jim Thomas Yoakum. Installation planned for next Thursday.

Moulton Lions Club Marian Nelson O. F. Knape Elo C. Fehrenkamp William Miculka Roy Kotzebue Stanley F. Cernosek James Jaeggli Louis Pietsch Fred F. Fehrenkamp Vince Rehmer Martin Wagner A. J. Darilek H. L. Gaskin Austin Capitol Area Jim Thomas Yoakum R. L. Vivial Schulenbuurg

Birth of Jaeggli Girl Amid News of Missing Father

A telegram announces the birth of a daughter to Mrs John Lewis Jaeggli in Omaha on June 7. The baby weighs 7 pounds 11 ounces. Father Master Sergeant John Lewis Jaeggli, radio photographer with the 820d Bombing Squadron, has been missing at sea since January after the Malama was sunk in the South Pacific, with renewed hope for his return.

J. T. Jaeggli John Lewis Jaeggli Omaha Nebraska 820D South Pacific Jaeggli

Moulton Woman's Brother Joins Pharmacy Board

Leon L. Kahanek a Hallettsville druggist named to the state board of pharmacy replacing W S Patrick of Edinburg who has resigned Kahanek will begin duties on June 14 and is brother to Mrs Julia Hoyer of Moulton

Leon L. Kahanek Hallettsville State Board of Pharmacy W. S. Patrick Edinburg Kahanek Julia Hoyer Moulton

Birthday Party for Mr Helms on 74th Anniversary

A gathering at the home of Mr and Mrs C N Helms on Fiatonia Route 1 Sunday June 7 celebrated Mr Helms 74th birthday. Guests included Mr and Mrs Charles Helms and daughter Galveston Mr and Mrs David Helms Mr and Mrs Harvey Helms and daughter Abilene Mr and Mrs Arthur Lockstedt Lange Mr and Mrs G W Williamson and son Flatonia Mr and Mrs P A Helms and family Elgin Mr and Reinhart Saturn Mr Lockstedt and daughter and Mr and Mrs Peter Hanssen Fiatonia.

C. N. Helms Fiatonia Mr. Helms Charles Helms Gaveston David Helms Harvey Helms Abilene Arthur Lockstedt Lange

Who's Who Among High School Students in Texas

The 1942 Moulton Public Schools graduates listed in Who's Who include James Baros Victor Fehrenkamp Jr Vernon Meiserschlager Marjorie Darilek Lillian Hoyer Josephine Gebauer Edgar Henrichs. Selection based on scholarship leadership character sportsmanship and activities by high school authorities.

Moulton Public Schools Texas James Baros John Baros Victor O. Fehrenkamp Jr Victor C. Fehrenkamp Vernon Meiserschlager Joe Meiserschlager Marjorie Darilek

First Aid Class Meets Monday Night

The second monthly session will be held at the Moulton Fire Station on Monday night June 15 starting at 8 30. The program is promised to be interesting and those who completed the course are urged to review their manual and attend all meetings. Visitors are welcome.

Moulton Fire Station

Herman Park Society Holds Annual Meeting

The Herman Park Society held its annual meeting Tuesday evening June 19 with 51 members present. Fred F Fehrenkamp was reelected president. Wenske reelected vice president. G J Bohnenkamp reelected secretary. John C Mueller elected treasurer. George Mueller Frank Meyer Rudie Huff Erwin Kram and John Rothbauer reelected to the board. Refreshments were served after the meeting.

Herman Park Society Fred F. Fehrenkamp Wenske G. J Bohnenkamp John C. Mueller George Mueller Frank Meyer Rudie Huff Erwin Kram John Rothbauer

Rooster Attacks Woman Feeding Chickens Near Moulton

Mrs. August Kuehn was attacked by a rooster while feeding chicks at her home near Moulton last week. She suffered severe scratches on her right hand and was taken to town for medical care. She is reported to be getting along nicely.

Moulton August Kuehn

Shiner Elects New Mayor After Resignation

The Shiner Gazette reports Mayor Ad. Richter of Shiner resigned after years in office. An election will be held on June 16 to choose his successor.

Shiner Ad. Rishter Richter

Lutheran Brotherhood Conference Meeting Held Here Sunday

The Yorktown Conference Federation of the Texas District of the American Lutheran Church met in Moulton on Sunday June 7. Twenty eight members and visitors from local congregations attended. Captain Lehne spoke on chaplains in the army with 88 chapels at Camp Blanding. Officers elected for two years were Alf Schroeter president Willie Weber vice president and E B Springer secretary treasurer.

Yorktown Conference Federation Texas American Lutheran Church Moulton America B. Jacobs William Miculka Moulton Lutheran Brotherhood W. Wolf English Lutheran Church Gonzales A. Lehne United States Army Camp Blanding Florida Lehne Alf. B. Schroeter Runge Willie Weber E. B. Springer

Ladies Aid Society Meets at Lutheran Hall

The Lutheran Ladies' Aid Society held its meeting at the hall Thursday afternoon June 4 Committees were elected for the month Sick Committee Mrs. John Meiners and Mrs. George von Lienen Membership Committee Mrs. Leona Merrem and Mrs. Harry Wagner Flower Committee Mrs. George von Lienen and Mrs. Louise Helweg Hostesses Mrs. G. J. Bohnenkamp Mrs. Herbert Haase and Mrs. Walter Haas The next meeting will be held on July 2.

Lutheran Ladies’ Aid Society John Meiners George von Lienen Leona Merrem Harry Wagner Louise Helweg G. J. Bohnenkamp Herbert Haase Walter Haas

Moulton Scouts Headed to Cuero Camporee

Moulton Boy Scouts led by Fred Fehrenkamp Jr Weldon Ermis Tommie Hoyer Ozro Fehrenkamp Kenneth Freytag and James Jilek left for Cuero Tuesday afternoon to attend a Boy Scout camporee. Arnold Freytag the cub committeeman accompanied the group.

Moulton Fred Fehrenkamp Jr Weldon Ermis Tommie Hoyer Ozro Fehrenkamp Kenneth Freytag James Jilek Cuero Arnold Freytag

Trio Heads to Rochester for Mayo Clinic Checkup

Mrs. £. A. Oebl and daughter Mary Allen, joined by Mrs. W. F. Oebl, departed for Rochester Minnesota last week. Mary Allen will undergo a physical check up at the Mayo Brothers Clinic.

A. Oebl Mary Allen W. F. Oebl Rochester Minnesota Mayo Brothers Clinic

Music recital by pupils of Mrs J Jaeggli at Moulton High

Music pupils of Mrs J Jaeggli will appear in concert at the Moulton High School Auditorium on Thursday June 11 at 8 30 P M The program includes solos and ensemble numbers.

J. Jaeggli Moulton High School

Petreks Move to Houston for Dalton Hooper Job

Mr and Mrs Ad Petrek left last week for Houston where he has employment with the Dalton Hooper Company. Mr Petrek had been employed at the Ford Garage here for a number of years.

Ad. Petrek Houston Dalton- Hooper Company Mr. Petrek Ford Garage

Rain Lifts Crops Offering Hope for Corn and Cotton

Rain fell in the first part of the week and practically assures good corn and feed crops. Cotton is growing nicely producing optimism for growers.

FBI National Defense Police Conference Dates Set

FBI National Defense police conferences will be renamed in 46 countries of the Houston Field Division in late June. Meetings occur at Kingaville June 19 Cuero June 22 Columbus June 23 Huntsville June 24 Jasper June 25 Beaumont June 26 Bay City June 28 and Houston June 30. The events are combined schools of instruction and conferences on national defense topics.

National Defense Police Houston Field Division Kingaville Cuero Columbus Huntsville Jasper Beaumont Bay City Houston

Scholastic Census Shows Decrease in Moulton ISD

The census enumerator reports 337 children of scholastic age in the Moulton Independent School District, down from 352 last year a decline of 15 students.

Moulton Independent School District

Superintendent Cernosek Attends UT Summer Session

Moulton Public Schools Superintendent Stanley F. Cernosek travels to Austin for the University of Texas summer session. He has led Moulton schools for four years and has been re-elected for next year.

Stanley F. Cernosek Moulton Public Schools Austin University of Texas Cernosek Moulton

Also Mentioned on This Page

United States National of the American Legion Kansas Missouri Moulton Boy Evergreen Lutheran Brotherhood Conference Elo G. Fehrenkamp Farmers & Merchant State Bank Ladies Aid Society FBI National Defense Police Conference
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