27 Jun 1902
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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1902
Page
1
A collection of aphorisms and reflections on self control diligence knowledge and morality. The notes reference Emerson Colton Jowett Hall Mohammed and other thinkers critiquing selfishness recreation and reform efforts while warning that calamity can forge great minds. The passages blend moral guidance with humor and critique.
A reflective piece notes that a person who knows his own follies is wiser than one who boasts. It argues that true happiness leaves no room for doubt, and that even a nonpugilist can metaphorically box the compass through measured speech and restraint.
A Columbus Dispatch excerpt advises widows on marriage and remarriage with cautions about flattering men, sharing fault, and maintaining independence. It emphasizes kindness, seeking advice, and subtle power dynamics in relationships after loss.
The piece notes a behind the scenes surge as spring fever grips many. It highlights the urge to save for big buys like a horse or car and the urge to speak one’s mind as the season prompts.
The lines speak of service as timeless work, contrasting eternal houses with fragile steeples. They urge action over mere prayer, warn against stunting youth, and note adversity as water to growth, while prosperity shines on others.
King Edward and Queen Alexandra arrived in London from Windsor at 12 30 pm as royal celebrations begin. Ethiopian commander Ras Makonnen and accompanying envoys draw notable attention amid a week of grand pageantry and dense crowds.
A passage adapted from Mrs. S. S. Seaton in The American Queen outlines mutual understanding in marriage. It suggests women appreciate compliments, frank treatment, respect, and a sense of partnership, while men seek a faithful, morally courageous partner who guides, supports, and occasionally concedes to personal space.
A quirky note describes a man who cannot watch a brass band march without longing to be the drum-major, blending humor with a sketch of his impulsive vanity.
The War Department engineering office has sent copies of the Rivers and Harbors bill to Contain Riche of Galveston. The act, effective July 1, includes the Buffalo bayou improvement and requires Riche to submit expenditure projects detailing allocation per work and referencing approved plans and estimates.
Abe Mulkey attracts near 2000 at the Tabernacle in Beaumont with forceful sermons. Citywide interest grows as about 150 conversions are anticipated before his departure next Sunday. Evening services continue due to hot weather with no day meetings scheduled.
Wills Point public schools have closed for the term marking the end of the academic year and the start of vacation for students and staff.
At Chicago stock yards a new high price was set for Texas cattle by E. D. Farmer of Aledo Texas. Eight steers averaging 1314 pounds sold for 7.65.
Four boys around 17 years old drowned when they toppled from a cliff at Fern Glen a seaside resort about fifteen miles from St Louis. The tragedy occurred today with rescue efforts continuing.
Census bureau report shows the rice sector moving from the South Atlantic to Louisiana and Texas with eighty establishments handling 398.6 million pounds of rough rice and generating 7.18 million dollars in clean rice value. Production rose from 75.75 million pounds in 1890 to 179.92 million in 1900.
Robbers blew open William Angerhoefer’s safe on Harrisburg road early yesterday. About 56 dollars a gold watch and a revolver were stolen. Nitro glycerine was used and buggy tracks led into the woods. No arrests yet as sheriffs and police intensify pursuit with Chief Ellis aiding across jurisdiction.
A St James hotel collapse in Dallas at 2 am traps thirteen guests and staff. Three rescued so far: one dead and two injured including sports journalist James Nolan. Firefighters continue to recover victims from the rubble.
In Nacogdoches Texas yesterday Mayfield Elliott 25 surrendered to Sheriff Spradly claiming he shot and killed G C McKinney. R J McCall likely dead. The trio clashed over a fence and pasture boundaries as McCall walked through Elliott's field. Elliott fired a single shot wounding McKinney fatally and leaving McCall mortally injured. McKinney was 22, McCall about 60, and all involved were regarded as good citizens. The incident occurred around 7:30 AM.
Nacogdoches Texas June 24 R J McCall died yesterday afternoon after being shot in a dispute with Mayfield Eliott Eliott is under guard with preliminary exam set for next Wednesday the 25th The evidence is described as conflicting News from Garrison and Corrigan reports two negros killed at each place with one double barrel shot making six killed four in this county and two in Polk county beating a record
In Dallas Texas on Murphy and Main streets the three story St James hotel collapsed around 2 am. Fire and police teams rescued five occupants from the wreckage. All five endured miraculous escapes and are expected to recover with one possible exception.
The jury in the A. J. Barnett criminal assault case has been out since Saturday night, as deliberations continue in Cleburne.
Hempstead Texas June 23 the county board of examiners meets with seven applicants seeking teachers certificates four white and three colored. Fulton Bennett waived examination and was placed under $200 bond awaiting grand jury action. Clarksville report states the Bob Mc Anear case charging Ernest Hunter's death has been turned over.
Paterson New Jersey June 23 police visited Italian quarter houses to search for arms with no results while militia guards mills and streets. orders to shoot to kill if a mob appears. Weavers split into two camps with half willing to work under guard and half resisting. overall sentiment among workers unclear.
Mrs. Fred B. Robinson announces the executive committee for the Texas Woman's Press association for the year. Members are Mesdames Reese Wilson of Lockhart, William D. Christian of Terrell, and W. H. Johnson of Dallas. Next meeting will be in El Paso, promising to be an interesting event.
London traders faced a stagnant week as the stock market sagged under heavy bill payments. American securities mostly rose, with United States Steel common being a notable exception.
Three men drowned when their fishing boat capsized in Lake Michigan near Milwaukee yesterday. A 12-year-old boy survived by clinging to the boat.
Eagle Lake reports Lakeside Sugar Refinery will add a dry house to the sugar mill boosting plant value. The nearby rice mill nears completion and advances on rice are being offered. Rice prospects look good especially on Captain Dunovant’s large plantation likely to support one mill season.
Ninety American soldiers have died from cholera since the outbreak began in Manila on June 23. Health authorities nationwide tighten regulations as cases mount: Manila reports 1530 cases and 1234 deaths, while the provinces tally 7869 cases and 5440 deaths.
A passenger train on the Sioux City branch of the Chicago St Paul Minneapolis and Omaha railroad derailed at Ashton Iowa early yesterday. Two trainmen were killed five others seriously hurt and a number of passengers received minor injuries. Surgeons were brought to the wreck by a wrecking train and attended the injured.
A fire at the Iron Works site on East Water streets burned for hours and destroyed six blocks of wooden buildings valued at 600000 dollars. Insurance stood at about 200000 dollars. The blaze continued well after daylight. Only the Standard Oil warehouse and Parlen Orendortt Co. remained brick.
In Atlanta Texas a laborer named Cook from King's gang entered a saloon last night and drank a pint of whisky then eight more glasses. He bought a cigar lit it and collapsed. A doctor came, he died shortly after being moved to a boarding car. Indignation rose but no arrests yet.
A sixteen car trainload of tomatoes traveled from Tyler to Denver via the Cotton Belt, reaching Greenville yesterday morning. The train left Tyler at 3 AM and arrived in Greenville by 9 AM, with markets in Denver expected to open Monday morning.
Clarksville Texas June 23 Lee McAnear was acquitted by the district court jury on the murder of Ernest Hunter in the city on July 6 1901. Bob McAnear faces trial for the same offense as the brothers were jointly indicted. Lee had previously been sentenced to five years but the case was reversed.
Fire danger subsides in Spokane area as winds fall. The Page Lumber camp at Eagle Gorge was destroyed by a blaze last night and all Forest River valley lumber camps have suffered losses with no escapes reported.
Belton Gold Mining company will begin operating a five-stamp mill on their property four miles south of this place on Monday.
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