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Moulton Eagle

Location

Moulton, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 05, 1915

Page

9

Paragraphorisms by Geo M Bailey in Missouri politics

A Republican legislator questions Democratic officials over alleged $40,000 state funds drawn last session. The piece references J Paul and a biblical quote on self care, then pivots to declaring truth will out. It also notes the Austrians did not take Belgrade and that the Serbs yielded it for military reasons.

Missouri J. Paul Belgrade

Eggs and Brandy Wager Echoes of Tea Party Tales

England buys five million eggs weekly from the United States but some shipments are said to be routed by descendants of Boston Tea Party members. The eggs would supposedly seem two weeks old to eaters. A Milwaukee man reportedly drank a quart of brandy and won a $2 wager, though funeral costs exceeded the amount.

England United States Boston Milwaukee

Weather forecasts for Texas discussed by John Garner

The San Benito Commercial club seeks detailed weather reports and Dougston expresses interest in sharing. The piece opines a genius forecaster should use talent for Monte Carlo gambling rather than providing detailed Texas weather changes.

John Garner San Benito Douston Texas Monte Carlo

Baltimore Bar Meeting Highlights by Mr. Bryan

Mr. Bryan spoke to the Maryland Bar Association in Baltimore in a no gate receipt affair. Jacob Ruppert bids 400000 dollars for the New York American ball team, and failure to sell would mean it is not for sale.

Mr. Bryan Maryland Bar Association Baltimore Jacob Ruppert New York American

Wise wife reforming husbands a thankless task

Luke McLuke warns that attempting to reform a husband is futile. A wife who tries to change her spouse ends up working 18 hours daily for nothing and roosting with no gain, he contends.

Luke McLuke

Oregon Primary Law Tired Of Asks If Banks Texas System

The piece questions whether Oregon may grow weary of its primary election law and compares the potential robustness of Oregon's system to Texas. It notes growing debate over election rules and efficiency, with speculation about reform pressures and legal complexities.

Oregon Texas

Richmond church council plans world revival of religion

A Richmond church council promotes a worldwide revival of religion as a curtain raiser for a broader turn toward commonsense. The message argues three fourths of humanity appear to be crazy and urges practical wisdom first.

Richmond

Perkins Urges Progressives to Embrace Party

George W. Perkins argues the country needs the progressive party while noting the party depends on Perkins to gain traction and influence.

George W. Perkins Progressive Party Perkins

Honest man welcomes a bill collector satire

The Albany Journal comments that an honest man welcomes a bill collector, noting the paradox and comparing it to Diogenes in search of an honest man, implying few exist.

Albany Journal Diogenes

Tennessee Grateful Yet Silent on Legislative Thanks

The remark notes that while Tennessee expresses gratitude, state legislatures do not customarily offer formal votes of thanks for distinguished military service.

Tennessee

Germany accuses England of breaches in civilized warfare

The text voices German complaints that England violates rules of civilized warfare. It laments any bellicose act by a foe that would disrupt a strictly Christian war. It also mocks Republicans saying Uncle Joe Cannon calls for men who can pass the acid test.

Germany England Joe Cannon

Marion county grand jury report criticized as tomfoolery

A Marion County grand jury report accuses a democratic Indiana legislature of robbing the state and questions its legality and motives. The piece argues that alleged misuses of funds may stem from ignorance and that few democrats are clever enough to be rascal. It also contrasts federal critics with anti federal sentiment.

Marion County Grand Jury Indiana

Battleship Gray Fashion Sparks Spring Gown Trend

A cheeky note on battleship grey and gunmetal shades becoming stylish for spring dresses. The piece jokes about men losing money on a wedding trip in Ohio and jokes about wallets being rifled at a hotel on the first night.

War and art world foibles mix in a St. Louis snapshot

A satirical column mocks art power shifts and civic culture in St. Louis comparing it to Munich while joking about bock beer signs. It riffs on salaries, sports money, London health, Zeppelinitis, rail rates, Lodz postmen, and distant Houston-New York connections.

America St. Louis Munich

No war preparation spared the country in its battles

The author asserts the country avoided war with initial unpreparedness but suffered greatly in every conflict due to lack of readiness, noting it never lost a war yet endured severe hardship from inadequate preparation.

Atlanta Fan Captures Front Page Spotlight in Berlin Spy Case

Amid a gloomy business climate, a rare pleasant note emerges as an Atlanta man is arrested in Germany on espionage charges. The story highlights public fascination with bold headlines and the persistence of local readers seeking dramatic developments.

Atlanta Germany

President’s grandfatherhood veiled by official decorum

A presidential remark notes the restraint imposed by official dignity on celebrating grandfatherly joy. The president’s Presbyterian faith is linked to limits on outward enthusiasm, contrasting with less restrained religious contexts.

Better Baby and Father Movements Considered

The piece argues that the Better Baby movement targets babies for guaranteed progress while fathers are harder to influence. It notes interest in a Better Father movement without political fakery, suggesting it could be both interesting and exciting.

Major Seaman on deadly weapons and Chicago murder case

The remarks compare German tms unfavorably with atrocities in Europe and recount a Chicago murder conviction from two decades ago. An Arkansas house fire at 3 a.m. is noted, with reference to victims found in their underclothes and questionable local attire for the hour.

College students ready for spring in school and sport

The remark notes college boys and girls stay busy with study and athletic activities through the rest of the school year. It highlights their continued effort and potential gains in both academics and athletics.

Lodz Brewery Shelling Court Martial Outcome

A court martial reviewed the gunners who struck the Lodz brewery. The proceedings concluded with a verdict detailing their accountability and any penalties applied for the attack.

Lodz

Political Rhetoric Sparks U S Public Debate

The message cautions readers to limit criticism to the United States president while noting that opinions about European autocracy risk offending American citizens. The wording reflects a period tone urging careful discourse on governance and international affairs.

United States

Texas Humor and Notions of Service Across the Nation

The piece humorously contrasts ambitious youths in detective or criminal roles with those seeking church and civic leadership. It notes a footpad failing in Arkansas, a Texas governor leading Wyoming, and Dallas shipping hats to Carranza, joking that he needs shears and a taser.

Houston Arkansas Dallas Carranza

Prophecy Links War Deaths to Polygamy Revival

A late prophet predicts that war’s devastation will trigger a revival of polygamy, but notes it won’t occur while bonnet prices stay high. The remark ties social upheaval to 19th century practice in a periodical remark.

Allies avoid quarrel over Constantinople fate

The text notes that allies will not dispute the disposition of Constantinople while the city remains in Ottoman hands, implying patience until seizure of the city.

Constantinople

Noted Leaders, Roosevelts, and a Playful Quip about Nick Longworth

The editorial cheerfully remarks on President Wilson joining the Grandfathers club and jokes that Colonel Roosevelt might retaliate with a playful jab at Nick Longworth. It critiques the lack of a robust system that makes work popular.

Wilson Grandfathers Club Roosevelt Nick Longworth

Iceland Faces Political Crisis Tests Public Temper

Iceland confronts a political crisis as protests and government tensions rise. Analysts weigh impact on policy, stability, and future leadership amid wavering public support and shifting alliance dynamics.

Prejudice Against Senator J Ham Lewis Over Spats and Stains

The text notes much of the prejudice toward Senator J Ham Lewis stems from his attire and the appearance of butter milk stains on his pink whiskers, suggesting snobbery based on image rather than policy.

J. Ham Lewis

Illinois proposal targets wife deserters for chain gang

A historical proposal in Illinois suggests chaining wife deserters as punishment. The critic argues a married man should face consequences and notes the accused few can throw accurately. their talk is not dangerous.

Illinois

Language survives even when censored the word damns impact

The speaker notes that though the expletive used in golf may lack practical value and has no clear meaning, removing it would still leave a notable hole in language beyond any simple definition.

Mr. Taft

No January Revolution in Houston Over Poll Tax Refusal

In the absence of statute placing men in stocks for poll tax refusal, there is no expected revolution in Houston during January. The note highlights orderly civic processes and absence of unrest.

Houston

Silent fronts and paradoxes mark wartime and society

The writing critiques Stonewall Jacksons on the European fronts, reports double lynching in Massachusetts, notes Billy Sunday in Philadelphia near the mint, and comments on Francis Bowers Sayre’s patience for future recognition. It mentions a U S Supreme Court Oklahoma coach statute linked to Jim Crow law concerns.

United States Supreme Court Oklahoma

Court of Civil Appeals Proposed for All Counties

The speaker argues for creating a court of civil appeals in every county seat to speed access to justice and share honors among lawyers, leaving only a small number needed to represent clients in high courts. The idea compares Houston and Beaumont pushing for a statewide expansion to grant broader judicial honors.

Houston Beaumont

Germany’s Prisoner Count Exposed in Food War Claim

A World War II era report asserts Germany holds about 800000 Allied prisoners, arguing this undermines the empire’s food supply and signals a strategic strike by the Allies.

Germany

Bible Gift Planned for Panama Canal Sailors

A plan aims to give a Bible to every sailor passing through the Panama canal. The effort could reflect a broader Christianizing aim, noting sailors may be more piously inclined than itinerants the Gideon society serves.

Panama Canal Gideon Society

Mexico's Democratic Tendencies: Leaders Disagree in Public Scraps

The scene in Mexican politics shows leaders openly disagreeing and scrapping over policy. Critics argue this public friction signals healthy democratic behavior while others fear instability and gridlock hinders reforms.

Mexico Sees Yet Another President Challenger

From the Latin American scene comes a new figure claiming the presidency of Mexico. The era of pretenders has passed and the day belongs to the assumer who has taken the top post.

Mexico Latin America

Rupert Hughes Novel Debuts Heroine as Angel Old Maid

The brief notes mention Rupert Hughes writing a novel whose heroine is a sweet old maid seen as an angel, contrasting with the passive stereotype of ordinary old maids. It also reports Russia claiming 357,000 Teutonic prisoners and references a harsh prohibition ukase described as awful.

Rupert Hughes Russia

Col Goethals seeks large funds for landslide work in Culebra Cut

The text praises Col Goethals defense of big appropriations to tackle landslides in the Culebra Cut while warning Congress to avoid actions that might curb democratic landslides worldwide. It notes the American Association for the Advancement of Science proposals for eminent scientists brains and remarks on science and politics humility.

Goethals Culebra Congress American Association For the Advancement of Science

Strawberries Sold for Dollar Per Quart in Chicago and St Louis

In a bold move to cash in on demand, local sellers decide to provide the fruit to Chicago and St Louis buyers at a dollar per quart. The farmers prefer generosity over withholding fruit to capitalize on high market interest.

Chicago St. Louis

Political Futurist Chides Timebound Campaign Focus

A columnist criticizes a political figure for dwelling on a distant presidential race rather than current events, urging attention to the immediate political moment and present-day issues.

Purchasers May Buy 1 Million Horses in United States

The report suggests belligerents could acquire up to one million horses in the United States before the war ends. Analysts warn the total cost could exceed 50 million dollars, raising concerns about the scale and impact of such purchases.

United States

Omaha Start of Buy It Now Move Sparks Debate

A local proposal suggests an Employ Him Now movement to catalyze action similar to Buy It Now drives. Advocates argue it could energize hiring and economic momentum while opponents warn of rushed commitments and unequal impacts.

Omaha

Missouri Senator Race and Wage Claim

Missouri Senatorial contest slated for 2016 with commentary alleging the average wage earner never receives more than half of earnings. The claim emphasizes labor share in the national economy.

Eed Missouri

Early eager scribes rush to write 1915 before Christmas

The passage notes people began writing 1915 well ahead of the holiday, practicing the new year’s numerals about six weeks before Christmas as they moved away from 1914.

Postmasters Appointments Stir Texas Fourth Class Offices

Six more fourth class postmasters are announced for Texas amid a high pressure of custody in a fourth class post office as a long-standing Democrat with a long beard takes charge.

Texas

Water wagon idea rejected as transport device

A fragment notes skepticism about a water wagon as a passenger carrier even with a bonus. A woman found dead in St. Louis clutched a message reading Meet me in Chicago. The text ends abruptly with she just wouldn't emit.

St. Louis Chicago

Not Likely to Declare War on England and France

The speaker says it is unlikely we will declare war on England and France but hints at a provocative gesture of throwing grape juice in their faces.

England France

Fragments on democracy and news from the Republic

The passage comments on democratic patience with Filipino uprisings and hints at Washington politicians triggering action quietly. It notes pneumonia claims winter authors and comments on starvation fatalities. A Texas dateline appears in forthcoming baseball coverage, illustrating regional sports reporting trends.

Texas

Economy and spending advice urges sensible use now

A brief plea argues economy is wise not as stinginess but as thoughtful spending. It encourages immediate action to put money toward productive or meaningful purchases.

Sunshine and moonshine Missouri Opinion Piece

We are far from Russia yet boast a land of sunshine by day and moonshine by night and hail Missouri. The Turk notes the Russian peasant’s industry, while the anti-trust case against older leagues may interest magnates like Standard Oil and International Harvester in how competition fares. Generally those who aim to make a lion of themselves end up in the jackass corral.

Russia Missouri Federals Standard Oil International Harvester

Doctor’s talk misses case in “Why So Many People Lose Minds”

A Kentucky physician presents a discussion on mental health but fails to cover the specific case. An old Black man responds to a money question with the remark I ain't had none to begin wid, reflecting racialized strain in the era.

Kentucky Darky

Manners Stifle Minds in Crowded Debate

The remark suggests many men boast of a fine mind but are silenced by reluctance to speak up. It underscores how restraint in dialogue blocks clear expression and intellectual displays.

Despair in Post Offices and Italian Army Loan

A remark notes no symptoms of despair in a democratic postmaster led post office. It shifts to Italy having floated a 200 million dollar army loan and signals possible action once spring floods subside.

Italy

Call for House Membership Cut Sparks Political Tension

A New England college professor urges reducing House seats by 150, arguing a smaller chamber would require ousting several Democrats. The proposal faces strong pushback and questions about timing and feasibility.

New England College

Houston suffs seek view on male poll tax dodgers

Citizens in Houston request the suffrage group to explain who are considered poll tax dodgers among men. The note asks for guidance on identifying individuals opposing registration practices.

Houston

Seventy Japanese Brides Arrive in San Francisco

Seventy Japanese brides who have never met their husbands arrive in San Francisco. The notice notes the surprising reunion plan and remarks that the brides are not known for their looks, reflecting a blunt wartime-era mindset.

San Francisco

Submarine mining and reform amid New York chatter

The text contemplates transitioning to submarine mining in the North Sea and English Channel as iron mines exhaust. It notes Mr Whitman’s sober work, mocks reformers as making New York rotten, and mentions boxing interest only as a curiosity about a projectile’s impact on Jack Johnson.

English Channel North Sea Whitman The New York Tribune Mr. Whitman New Yorker

Atlanta’s Constitution cites carbolic acid scare prompt for liquor antidote

The article notes a proposed response to a dangerous supply from bootleggers with corn licker as a makeshift antidote. Citizens reportedly stock carboys in expectation of emergency deliveries.

Atlanta Constitution

Uncle Sam's Revenue Stance Stirs Postal Debate

A political remark frames the federal pressure for higher revenue as a priority over stamp-licking duties. The comment implies government control of finances overrides concerns about postal workers. Public sentiment frames taxation and revenue as central to national operations.

New Hampshire Erects Monument to Franklin Pierce

New Hampshire has at last erected a monument to Franklin Pierce the only president the state supplied to the Union. The piece notes the state’s historical role and hints that contemporary attention would rise if New Hampshire remained strong and democratic like in Pierce’s era.

New Hampshire Franklin Pierce Rocky Little Commonwealth

Wives and badges from a bygone era of courtship

In olden times men sought wives by force and the girls wore badges declaring cooking and churning skills. The passage notes such customs and suggests extreme measures were used to win a wife.

Jury System Seen As Bankrupted At Times

Report notes that at times the jury system appears financially and operationally overwhelmed, suggesting the need for reforms or oversight. The remark frames systemic strain as a larger issue affecting trial processes and public trust.

Hon Liver Complaint Mann Alleges Wilson Nomination Plot

The Hon. Liver Complaint Mann accuses President Wilson of building a machine to secure renomination next year. He says it would require immense power to keep the nomination away from him. Patriots have no idea of nominating any animated incubators. He cites an over supply of enforced rest, not unrest, as the current embarrassment.

Liver Mann Wilson

Oscar Underwood Confesses Golf Game With Charles Murphy

Oscar Underwood admits playing a round of golf with Charles Murphy. The question is what Bryan will say in response to this confession and its implications.

Oscar Underwood Charles Murphy Bryan

Baltimore mother defends son against school lie claim

A Baltimore mother said someone at school taught her son to lie, but she is mistaken. She argues lying is not an acquired vice and that veracity is largely an acquired virtue. She warns against the mental strain of inventing falsehoods.

Baltimore

One Way to Stop a Husband from Lying

A brief quip notes that a married man might curb lying by avoiding nighttime trips downtown. It reflects a humorous or moralizing tone typical of short column filler.

Corset Stay Saves St Louis Girl From Bullet

A St Louis girl owes her life to a corset stay that deflected a bullet. In Massachusetts a young man acted as best man at his elderly wealthy uncle’s wedding, contrasting with typical roles at funerals for such uncles.

St. Louis Massachusetts

A mix of political oddities and legal headlines

The column notes a South Carolina governor race rumor about Andrew Jackson’s birthplace, reports Harry Thaw’s return to New York amid alleged crooked lawyers and experts, and comments on Berlin’s view of naming the White House baby Francis as neutrality.

South Carolina North Carolina Columbia Andrew Jackson Harry Thaw New York Berlin White House Francis

Omen Corner Sermon Sparks Mixed Forecasts In Houston

The passage blends humorous prophecies about future pestilence and social notes. It cites a cornbread revival, transmigration jokes, and a jibe at Billy Sunday’s denouncement of a large Republican majority. It ends with Arizona pension plans for widowers aged sixty.

Diversification Means Fair Time Split for Texas Farmers

The idea of diversification in Texas is described as farmers needing to allocate time for their own sustenance rather than solely serving others. The remark emphasizes a shift in work focus and personal provisioning.

Texas

Texas legislature’s focus amid Congress scrutiny

The article argues Texas lawmakers should stick to their work and ignore Washington. It also notes the historical date January 19, 1807, birth of Robert E. Lee.

Robert BK. Lee

Necessity and desire in apparel phrasing

A newspaper style aphorism contrasts need and want in women’s clothing. It notes many women own enough clothes, while no one has all the clothes she desires. The remark reflects attitudes on consumption and fashion.

The Church's Opportunity for 1915 Relief Efforts

A sermon on Luke 4 urges church militancy to aid the needy amid unemployment. Dr. Stelzle's suggestions include praying for neighbors in distress, forming job and aid committees, printing weekly help notices, and establishing loan funds to keep children in school and support needy families.

Charles Stelzle Philadelphia North American Taube

Belgians urged to settle in the South for agricultural growth

The article argues for bringing Belgian farmers to the United States to occupy unused Texas land and boost the South’s agriculture and wealth. It praises Belgians as industrious and frugal, urges a coordinated campaign, and frames welcoming them as a brotherly, national advancement effort.

Texas Auegestion United States Hami

Wilson 1916 renomination talk faces political risks

The article surveys speculation on President Wilson's renomination in 1916 amid Democratic and factional maneuvering. It cautions that anti Wilson movements risk harming the party and notes outcomes hinge on next 18 months including Europe’s war and domestic economic shifts. It argues a strong industry revival or resolution of wartime issues could secure Wilson’s renomination.

Washington Clark Bryan Wilson Senate Europe Congress Champ Clark Democratic Party

Tax Inequalities in Texas Facing Uniform State Tax Reform

State Tax Commissioner Love cites stark unequal tax burdens across Texas counties. He notes 12 counties drew 3.75 million from the school fund while paying 2.92 million in other taxes over six years, and another 12 paid 12.62 million total with 6.45 million in school fund benefits. He urges separating state and local revenues and creating a state board of equalization to end tenancy driven underfunding and curb landlord tax avoidance.

Love Campbell Texas Ellis County Colquitt State Board of Equalization Harris County

Women in Politics and the Power of Appeal

An opinion piece argues that public popularity governs political success and speculates on how female lawmakers may use feminine arts to sway male voters. It contrasts a Arizona representative aiming to ban smoking during sessions with a senatress who favors cigar access, suggesting widows’ tact could shape policy and party dominance.

Arizona Hera Texas Pennsylvania

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