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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1941
Page
1
The United States produced 12,287,113 bales of cotton in 1940, compared with 11,815,759 bales in 1989. Texas produced 8,249,200 bales in 1940 and 2,858,525 bales in 1939.
Voters of Moulton will go to the polls for the first time this year Tuesday April 1 to elect city officials. Every man and woman eligible to vote should exercise this great American privilege. That is the democratic way. Take an active part in your local government.
Governor W. Lee O'Daniel affixed his signature to a bill raising the gross truck load limit to 38000 pounds. The law took effect immediately. The comparison notes Kentucky's low limit of 18000 pounds and Rhode Island's high 120000 pounds.
The week starting July 18 is set for the 1941 Farmers Short Course at the A and W College. Several nationally known speakers are expected to address the gathering as attendees come from all sections of the state.
The statewide cotton committee chair Burris Jackson will urge the legislature to establish a Texas cotton research laboratory to work solely in the interest of Texas cotton. He argues a dedicated lab could discover new uses for local cotton and aid in recovering markets.
The week of March 30 through April 6 has been set aside as alean-up and fire prevention week in Texas. Hivery community, large and small, should co operate in this cleanup campaign which is designed to facilitate public health protection, reduce fire hazards and promote public safety. Let's all join hands in one sort to make the community and the state a cleaner, healthier and better place in which to live.
Dallas marks its centennial with homecoming events from March 81 to April 5 sponsored by civic and luncheon clubs as part of Gardens of America. The international flower show runs March 29 to April 6 with blooms shipped daily from Mexico, Canada, California, and beyond, honoring founder John Neely Bryan.
The message notes Chicago hosts the largest post office in the United States. It also claims the White House grounds and any building are valued at about 18 million dollars.
The Lower Colorado River Authority completed the purchase of transmission facilities in seven South Central Texas counties from Central Power and Light and gained six cities Fredericksburg Gonzales Cuero Walder Schulenburg Moulton plus rural lines. The $1 358 000 deal expands public power, with rate cuts of about 87 percent for households and 20 percent for business customers.
Camp Bowie opens a Guest House for relatives and friends of the Thirty-Sixth Division to stay in a frame building with two cots per room. Rates are 1 dollar per night for one person, 1.50 for two, with a two night weekend limit and one night on weekdays, guard on duty, reading room available, cafeteria not yet operating, and guests must return by taps. Reservations through the Senior Hostess, Camp Bowie Nexas.
Mrs. Joe C. Wagner aged 69 6 2 died Sunday at her son Henry Wagner near Moulton after years of illness. Funeral at Beck Funeral Home Yoa kum Tuesday 2 p m. Interment Moulton Public Cemetery. Survived by two daughters Mrs Charles Lueke and Mrs Rudie Mueller two sons Kay Wagner Galveston Henry Wagner near Moulton twelve grandchildren one great grandchild one sister Mrs G W Hoefoer Flatonia. One son Ben Wagner predeceased her. The Eagle extends sympathy.
Rain totals of 26.8 inches last week delayed farm operations. Prolonged wet season left much land approved but unused as more rain fell on Wednesday.
A rancher on the L. J. Reind ranch near Nickel killed a gray fox that was common in the area and causing damage. The foreman, Fox John Navarro, noted the animal activity and said foxes are numerous in the region.
Voters in Oak Grove School District are notified of a trustee election to be held Saturday April 5 from 8 AM to 2 PM. The notice outlines polling times and the general election window for eligible voters to cast ballots.
The city of Moulton votes April 1 at City Hall from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for mayor two aldermen and a city secretary. Mayor Joe Biehunke seeks a place on the alderman board Elo C Fehrenkamp runs for mayor. Alderman Fred Pietsch and City Secretary William Wach tendorf seek re election. George von Lienen is appointed to preside.
A historical summary notes that over seventeen years ending 1989, 32 423 people were killed and 103 115 injured in railroad automobile grade crossing accidents. About 40 percent involved the car hitting the train, while 60 percent saw the train strike the vehicle.
The Karankawa Club holds its regular meeting Monday evening March 31 at 7 80 clock at the Manhattan Cafe in Victoria. Supt S F Cemosek of Moulton will lead the session with Miss Jewell Hudler speaking on world events. Music will be by the Goliad Schools.
March 81 is the last day to purchase automobile registration plates without a penalty. Buy yours today to avoid the late fee and ensure valid plates.
An 80 year old woman, Mrs. Joe Schoenweitz, of the town's northern part, has been ill for several weeks.
Secretary Henry Chovanec announces the South Central High School Baseball League season begins Friday with a schedule listing games from March 28 through May 13. Games start promptly at 4 6 o'clock. each team provides one umpire, with two from the home club if the visiting team cannot.
The state committee sets May 1 1941 as the final date to sign applications for the 1941 Ranch Program. This applies to both returning participants and new entrants. ACA Committee chair O C Hermes urges those not yet signed to contact County Range Inspector C F Turk promptly.
Rev. Joseph Kopp of Moulton joined attendees at the forty-fifth anniversary celebration of Magr. J. J. Szymanski's ordination in Weimar. Msgr. Zaymanski has served in Weimar for 85 years.
Frank John owner of the Moulton Hatchery says business is unusually strong with operations at full capacity to meet the high demand for chicks.
The proclamation declares April Bluebonnet Month in Texas and urges all Texans to cultivate and preserve the state flower.
The Oak Grove Parent-Teacher Association met Friday evening March 13 with President Rudie Frey tag presiding. Trustees Frank Nagelmueller and Walter Brunkenhoefer were nominated for election on April 5, and the group voted to repair driveways with sand rock.
The Culak Community Club held its March 15 meeting at the schoolhouse with the president presiding. Minutes and treasurer report were approved before adjournment. A social followed for a large crowd. The next meeting is set for April 8. everyone is urged to attend and support the school.
J B Wilson who managed CP and L Company business for 84 years relocates to Luling to join the CP and L distributing facilities now purchased by the city. His family will remain in Moulton until after the school eloge. Mr. Wilson led community efforts as Moulton School Board president and Business Men's League chair, and served in the fire department. Mrs Wilson has been active in PTA and school work.
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