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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1902
Page
2
The Moulton Eagle lists its Friday publication schedule and subscription rate of 1.00 per year. It notes post office entry in Moulton Texas as second class matter.
The bulletin notes May Day celebrations and primaries on the 24th, with calls for civic duty. It cites roving reports from the Philippines about captured generals, praises private soldiers, and mentions Victoria’s May 8 firemen parade with about two dozen floats. It also warns of boll weevil fears, poverty in England, and political roiling around Roosevelt, McArthur, and party unity, plus Santo Domingo unrest and a Texas storm damaging crops.
The reunion drew an estimated 200000 visitors and gave veterans a chance to revisit the war era. The article notes a New Orleans next host city and reflects broad political questions about constitutional authority and Philippine islands.
The Mason Herald ridicules external farm advice while urging a county canvass plan for May campaigning. It suggests two wagons a mess wagon tents a band and a camp cook to tour every road farm and village with speaking stops and a thirst aid reception.
The Galveston News notes international interest as France plans a prominent delegation for the Rochambeau monument event. It also mentions German high profile visits and growing European fondness for Uncle Sam. A Glen Rose tornado leaves multiple dead and dozens injured with heavy losses. Ambassador Choate to host a London style reception, and Miss Stone faces criticism for her Turkish captivity remarks. Critics question honesty in Texas politics and a possible presidential bid.
Local notes report fine weather and busy field work in DeWitt and Fayette counties. Mentions land purchases by Blaschke brothers and a summer normal school opening in Gonzales from June 9 to July 21 1902 with faculty listings. Includes miscellaneous anecdotes on contraband of war in treaties and political commentary on Senator Culberson of Texas with remarks on his conduct and influence in national affairs.
J A Brunkkennoefer signs off with a terse note asking for a call and referencing two key numbers 2 and KQAPE, suggesting a brief, cryptic business message or personal note.
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