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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1903
Page
2
Publication note shows Friday issue June 19 1903 for Moulton Texas with subscription terms. Mentions requirement that signed copy arrive by Wednesday. Mentions tax for schools and Texas hotel keepers first annual Fort Worth meeting and Galveston hosting next South Texas Medical Association gathering.
Reports indicate a large oil pool discovered between Beaumont and Sour Lake, with local industry watchers noting potential field development and economic impact for the region.
The scholastic population of Moulton stands at 833, a strong showing for the small town.
Local business men in LaGrange signed a written agreement pledging not to open their stores on Sundays, aiming to preserve a day of rest and maintain neighborhood trade harmony.
The item notes June 14, 1777 as the date Congress adopted the American flag marking the holiday of Flag Day. The piece emphasizes the flag’s historical origin and commemorates its birthday.
Lee County farmer J. B. Disauxe asserts he is the father of thirty-one children, including sixteen boys and fifteen girls. The claim centers on his paternity across multiple families. no corroborating details are provided in the readable text.
Despite rumors, W J Bryan remains vigorous with firm utterances continuing to rally followers. The statement asserts he is not near death and maintains influence in public discourse.
Eprron W. R. Kine sold the Schulenburg Sticker to Mr. Ray mond Winfree. The Eacer wishes Mr. Winfree success.
Floodwaters on the Rio Grande threaten Jimcinede and force settlers to flee to higher ground for safety as waters rise and officials warn of worsening conditions.
King Alexander and Queen Draga of Servia were killed in the royal palace last Wednesday night. The army carried out the deed, shocking the nation and triggering a crisis in government.
Bryan residents prepare to host the Farmers Congress with ample accommodations for the expected crowds. The event begins Tuesday, July 7, drawing attendees from the region and highlighting agricultural interests.
Miss Pavutixz Beriicer of Marlin Texas won the Slater scholarship at the New England Conservatory of Music after competing against a large field of entrants.
The Ferris wheel, a major attraction of the 1893 Chicago Exposition, was sold at public auction for 1800 dollars. Its contrivance had been erected at a cost of 362 000 dollars.
One right of arable land in Germany is devoted to potatoes. Germany plants 160 acres of potatoes for every 10,000 people, while the United States plants 34 acres.
On June 14 the nation marks the 126th birth anniversary of the Stars and Stripes. The piece traces the flag from 1775 designs through the 1777 formal union of thirteen stars on blue, the 1794 additions, the 1818 fixed thirteen stripes, to today’s 46 stars and upcoming changes.
The Observer discusses perceived moral issues in the Philippines including alleged corruption, soldiers marrying native women, and resulting hardships for families. It questions American morality and contrasts Filipino conduct with that of Americans, urging honest discussion of these subjects.
An attempt to kill Sheriff Heck of Victoria County occurred last night when a bullet shattered a window and injured the sheriff and his wife. Mrs Heck suffered a fractured arm and a thigh wound, while the sheriff was struck beneath the nipple. Both are conscious, and a posse pursues the would be killer. Sheriff Heck had married Miss Callie Neeley of Cisco Texas two weeks earlier.
A brief remark states that ess is rather the accompaniment than the cause of pauperism and crime, suggesting broader social factors at play beyond economic need.
A sale listing offers a bundle of legal papers including warranty deeds crop mortgages quit claim deeds bills of sale chattel mortgage and promissory notes plus related instruments. The package targets buyers needing ready legal documents for property transfers liens and secured loans.
Mrs H Newson of Decatur Alabama endured years of stomach and bowel trouble and nearly died before trying Electric Bitters. She reports rapid improvement and full recovery. The remedy is promoted for liver stomach and bowel issues and sold for 50 cents with a druggist guarantee.
Ludwig Heinrich visits relatives in Vitoria while Mrs. H Schoemvogel stays with kin at Witting. Jove Goertner and Adolph Paveleequk Broseh are also noted as residents of the area.
The note reports good attendance at the school this week despite rain and field work. It mentions a school feast planned for Sunday June 21 and expresses relief that rain helped the crops though it affected the younger students.
A good rain fell here Friday and Saturday, praised by farmers and business folk. The summer normal opened last Monday with 83 students. Profs. C. A. Peterson and Alois Markovsky left for Moulton Friday, returning Sunday. Prof. J. J. Kilpatric spent Saturday and Sunday in Yoakum.
Rain blessed the area over Friday and Saturday. Geo Logeman visited relatives at Lindenau and Yorktown since the last report. Charles Schroeder's family are visiting in Austin county. Joe Janck, El Campo’s popular businessman, is visiting relatives here. Some farmers report boll weevil appears. Farmers should organize a truck growers association. Our Pastor's residence will be enforced. R H S
Tax prohibition advocates gain ground yet Brookshire programme backfires as vandals damage the scheme. A local push sees vandalism strike during the months of pressure, undermining expected gains for the movement.
Jupee W. P. Leave a leading state lawyer died Thursday evening at Mineral Wells at age 45. The remains were shipped to Weeo where the burial took place Friday morning.
A tax attorney general opines that the 15 cent road and bridge tax may be set aside by county commissioners to establish a sinking fund for interest payments on road bonds.
It is reported from El Paso that C. T. Richardson and Williams Mason, charged by warrant from Mexico with the murder of two New York Life Insurance policy holders at Chihuahua, were delivered to Mexican authorities.
The Eagle explains prohibition and local option distinguishing state wide bans from city by city decisions. Prohibitionists seek laws banning manufacture and sale of intoxicants with narrow exceptions while opponents argue that drunkenness harms labor output and welfare.
Mrs. Wendel and daughter Katie visit Berne ard for several days. Mr. F Krueger of Hochheim stays with Little Emma. Emma Darilek has been ill several days, hoping for a quick recovery. Ed Asthorn of New Ulm plans to move to Henkins soon.
John Williams of Williamsburg reports a Dallas session with the Texas Boll Weevil Convention leaders George Aldredge and J H Connell about a systematic attack on the cotton pest. Beeville inventor Johnson aims to deploy a machine to destroy weevils under convention management, with a $50 000 state reward. Local support and cooperation are promised in Halletts ville as the operation commences.
Notice invites all ages to meet at the School Building Saturday at 8 p m to organize a literary society for Moulton and vicinity. Bring a sweetheart and a will to participate for social and intellectual advantages.
Local ad items tout White's Cream Vermifuge for babies digestion and vigor, Ballard's Snow Liniment for neuralgic pains, Herbine for liver and bowel regulation, Dr King’s New Life Pills for headaches, Botanic Blood Balm for skin and blood diseases, and cheap old papers. Also promote up to date job printing by The Eagle office.
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