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Moulton Eagle

Location

Moulton, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1938

Page

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New Outlets For Texas Cotton Are Necessary

The Texas Planning Board urges Secretary Henry C. Wallace to locate one of four proposed research laboratories in Texas to expand cotton use. It cites Texas size diverse agriculture and exports nine of ten bales, warning that losing foreign outlets would harm farmers, transport agencies, and port-dependent workers.

Texas Texas Planning Board Today Secretary of Agriculture Henry C. Wallace Wallace Planning Board

Eleven Candidates Enter Gubernatorial Race Across Texas

Eleven candidates have entered the race for the gubernatorial nomination. The list includes William McCraw of Dallas Ernest O Thompson of Amarillo Tom Hunter of Wichita Falls Karl Crowley of Fort Worth S T Brogdon of Stephenville Joseph King of Houston Clarence F Farmer of Fort Worth Harry Hines of Wichita Falls P D Renfro of Beaumont W Lee O Daniel of Fort Worth and Doran John Marcus Haesley of Dallas.

William McCraw Dallas Ernest O. Thompson Amarillo Tom Hunter Wichita Falls Karl Crowley Fort Worth S. T. Brogdon Stephenville Joseph King Houston Clarence F. Farmer Harry Hines Wichita Fails P. D. Renfro Beaumont W. Lee O’daniel Doran John Marcus Haesley

Texas Needs Tax Equalization Board

Thompson and McCraw, guber natorial aspirants, say Texas does not need new taxes but needs a board of equalization to have property assessed at a fixed percent of true value. Proper assessment would yield sufficient revenue for all purposes without costing the candidates a penny.

Thompson McCraw Texas Board of Equalization

Gems of Thought Inspiring Quoted Maxims

A collection of timeless quotes from Franklin Seneca Confucius and Mary Baker emphasizing service to others perseverance and divine love. It presents practical maxims urging diligent effort resilience and compassionate action.

Fehrenkamp Seeks Lavaca County Clerk Nomination

Fred F. Fehrenkamp of Moulton announces candidacy for Lavaca County clerk, subject to the Democratic primary July 23. A World War veteran and former pension investigator, he highlights service in the American Legion and long local ties, pledging full-time duty if elected.

Fred F. Fehrenkamp Moulton Eagle Lavaca County Geier-Merrem American Legion Texas Federal Rehabilitation and Reconciliation Board

Misses Boehm and Kopecky Spend Sunday in San Antonio

Misses Helen and Marguerite Boehm and Eunice Kopecky spent Sunday in San Antonio.

Helen and Marguerite Boehm Eunice Kopecky San Antonio

Arnolds Visit Papacek Home Sunday

Mr. and Mrs. R. M. Arnold of Yoakum visited in the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Papacek Sunday.

R. M. Arnold Yoakum R. B. V Papacek

Fisbeck Party Visits San Antonio on Friday

Mr and Mrs G G Fisbeck Miss Marian Fisbeck and Emil J Jaluska spent Friday in San Antonio for a brief outing and social visit.

G. G. Fisbeck Marian Fisbeck Emil J. Jaluska San Antonio

Cuero Guests Visit Giesbers at Home

Mrs. Julia Singlemann Miss Marguerite Giesbers and Mr Turner of Cuero visited the home of Mr and Mrs Paul Gies bers Sunday.

Julia Singlemann Marguerite Giesbers Turner of Cuero Paul Giesbers

Kubena Funeral Attended by Family in Fayetteville

Mr. J. R. Kubena's family members including Mr. Emil J. Jaluska Mrs. G G Fisbeck and others attended the funeral in Fayetteville on Thursday of last week for their great uncle.

Emil J. Jaluska G. G. Fisbeck J. R. Kubena Fayetteville

Jaeggli Family Visit To Austin Recorded

Mr and Mrs J T Jaeggli traveled to Austin Sunday morning and spent the day with their children Annie Laurie Dorothy Jean and James Jaeggli.

J. T. Jaeggli Austin Annie Laurie Dorothy Jean Jaeggli James Jaeggli

Baptist Workers Conference Attended in Shiner

Rev. and Mrs. C. A. Dickson Miss Mary Cluiss Mesdamen Pren Lockwell Rose Bunting and John Thompson attended the Baptist Workers Conference in Shiner Friday.

C. A. Dickson Mary Cluiss Mesdamen Pren Lockwell Rose Bunting John Thompson Baptist Workers Conference Shiner

Flour price drop notice from J T Jaeggli store ad

A store ad states flour prices have fallen by 10 cents per sack since the ad was printed. J T Jaeggli notes the lower prices and asks readers to take notice.

Annual Music Festival at Seguin Draws Thousands

Approximately 3,000 students of music participated in the fift annual festival sponsored by Texas Lutheran College at Seguin over Thursday to Saturday. The event showcased standout performances by Ethel Wagner piano soloist and the Fehrenkamp and Janszen piano duet, with other Seguin and Moulton attendees noted for high scores. Several local teachers and students, including Mrs J J Jaeggli and Marjorie Darilek, were highlighted for their participation and strong showing.

Texas Lutheran College Sequin Moulton J. T. Jaeggs Ethel Josephine Wagner Mabel Marie Fehrenkamp Ora Willis Janszen W. W. Shropshire Marjorie Darilek

Moulton Public School to Host May 24 Commencement

Commencement exercises will be held in the Moulton Public School auditorium on Tuesday May 24 starting at 8 00 P M Hon Paul C Boethel of Hallettsville will deliver the class address.

Moulton Public School Paul C. Boethel Hallettsville

Subscriptions Offered by The Moulton Eagle and Farm News

The Moulton Eagle offers $2.00 yearly and the Semi-Weekly Farm News $1.00 yearly, both for $2.50 annually. Subscriptions are encouraged now.

Moulton Eagle

Bilert Couple Move Into Boehm Cottage

Mr and Mrs Fred Bilert have moved into the Boehm cottage located in the western part of town.

Fred Bilert Boehm

Turk Seeks Re-Election As Lavaca Tax Assessor-Collector

E A Turk announces candidacy for re election as Lavaca county tax assessor collector subject to the Democratic primary on July 28. Turk has long served in the office and is well known to voters. He asks for vote and support in the upcoming primary.

E. A Lurk Eagle Lavaca Turk

Voters Defeat Road Bonds In Thursday's Election

Voters in Road District No 6 rejected a proposed 70000 bond issue to improve lateral roads. In Moulton turnout totaled 847 with 93 for bonds and 253 against. Oak Grove 17 for and 42 against. Novohrad 17 for and 94 against. District total 516 with 127 for and 389 against.

Moulton William Hillmer George von Lienen G. J. Bohnenkamp Gus Wachtendorf Oak Grove Novohrad

Crowley Resigns to Enter Lexasg Gubernatorial Campaign

Karl A. Crowley resigns from his federal post to pursue the gubernatorial nomination of Lexasg. He received a farewell dinner from Washington friends as he begins his political bid.

Karl A. Crowley Lexasg Crowley Washington

Roosevelt Nominated Smith Four Times for Presidency

Al Smith received four presidential nominations from Franklin D. Roosevelt. Government printing office issued about 2.5 billion postal cards last year.

Frankin D . Roosevelt al Smith

Old Moulton Home Coming Planned for May 15

Committees busy with final preparations for the second home coming celebration at Old Moulton May 15. About 750 attended last year and twice that many are expected this year. Services will be held at the Old Moulton Baptist Church Sunday morning.

Old Moulton Texas Old Moulton Baptist Church

Large Crowd Attends Play At St. Joseph Hall

The largest crowd in ten years attended a program by pupils of St. Joseph's School at St. Joseph's Hall on Sunday night. The event featured plays recitations songs and music and drew receipts of 72 dollars. Each act showcased student talent and public interest in the school’s activities.

St. Joseph Hall St. Joseph’s School St. Joseph’s Hall

Annual Poppy Sale Planned by Moulton Legion Auxiliary

The American Legion Auxiliary of Moulton announces the annual poppy sale on May 14 and 15. Proceeds support child welfare and rehabilitation. wear a memorial poppy to show support.

American Legion Auxiliary of Moulton

Birthday Celebration For 82nd Birthday Of Mr Elster

A large group gathered at the home of Mr and Mrs August Elster Sunday to honor Mr Elster on his 82nd birthday. Guests enjoyed refreshments as friends extended best wishes for many more happy returns of his natal day.

August Elster Mr. Elster Mariy

Banquet Attended by Local Figures Honors Chamber

Mr and Mrs J B Wilson Mr and Mrs F J Wagner and Mr and Mrs J T Jaeggli attended the Fintonia Chamber of Commerce banquet on Friday night. T L Evans of the Houston Chamber delivered the principal address.

J. B. Wilson F. J. Wagner J. T. Jaeggli Fintonia Chamber of Commerce T. L.evans Houston Chamber of Commerce

Moulton School Board Elects Officers for New Year

The Moulton Independent School District board of trustees elected J. B. Wilson president Albert J Pastorovsky vice president and F C Smith secretary for the ensuing year.

Moulton Independent School District J. B. Wilson Albert J. Pastorovsky F. C. Smith

Texas Livestock Shipped Exceeds Six Million Head

Texas Planning Board statisticians report more than 6,000,000 head of livestock moved out of Texas last year. The shipment included cattle sheep lambs and hogs as part of the state’s agricultural export activity.

Texas Texas Planning Board

Legion Convention Hosts Cinadrs at LaGrange

Mr and Mrs Frank A Cinadr attended the American Legion convention in LaGrange on Sunday. Mrs Cinadr serves as president of the local Legion auxiliary. The next convention will be hosted in Round Top.

Frank A. Cinadr American Legion LaGrange

Thirty five Names Added to Farmers League Branch

The Moulton branch of the Farmers League met at Moulton High School with President F. K. Hinek in the chair and Ad. A. Haas at the desk. Thirty five new members were enrolled, bringing total membership to 196. A membership-drive committee and a program committee were appointed, and notes for the next meeting date were promised.

Moulton Farmers League Moulton High School F. K. Hinek Ad. A. Haas Farmers and Joseph Pustka Flatonis Walter Malec J. F. Bozka D. L. Hudson Hallettsville Frank Koudelka Herman Darilek Joe Boehm F. W. Hons Louis Zidek Bohumir Dlousek John Hofner Joe J. Wagner Paul Mayer Albert Schutz George Mueller Erwin Kram Ad. Vana

Candidate For State Office Will Speak At Sulphur Park

Mrs. Maude E. Wheeler of Yoakum supported Bacom Giles of Austin for the Democratic nomination for Texas General Land Office Commissioner. Giles will address a Sulphur Park gathering on Sunday, May 15.

Sulphur Park Maude E. Wheeler Yoakum Moulton Bacom Giles Austin General Land Office of Texas

Oak Grove 4 H Club Meeting Report

Oak Grove Boys 4 H Club met at the schoolhouse on May 2. Members reported on projects and discussed results. Edgar Henrichs hog gained three pounds daily and weighed 826 pounds at sale. Harry Zimmermann’s call weighed 500 pounds at six months old. Next meeting set for May 16. open to boys and interested parents.

Oak Grove Edgar Henrichs Harry Zimmermann

Decoration Day Program at Moulton Cemetery May 15

Memorial services at Moulton Public Cemetery Sunday morning May 15 begin at 9 oclock under Geier Merrem Post No 892 American Legion. B F Harigel of LaGrange will deliver the address. The complete program appears in this issue of The Eagle.

Moulton Public Cemetery Geier-Merrem American Legion B. F. Harigel LaGrange The Eagle

Ferguson to Speak at Sulphur Park Sunday

Former Governor James E. Ferguson and other prominent speakers will address an event at Sulphur Park on Sunday. Local authorities say the program will include discussions of current questions of the day.

The Eagle James E. Ferguson Sulphur Park Perguson

Also Mentioned on This Page

Texas Needs Tax Equalization Board God Benjamin Franklin Seneca Confucius Mary Eddy Baker Mr. Fehrenkamp F.T. Fehrenkamp Fehrenkamp Tice Seguin Lutheran College J. J. Jaeggi A. J. Darilek Louis Fehrenkamp E. Jacobs John M. Meiners Vera Lee Menners Irene Heinrich O. F Knape Lydia Mae Michulka Malvin Merrem E. A. Turk Crowley Regions Federal Post Moulton, Texas America Frank J. Wagner Joseph Kopp Reading Ida Collen Fehrenkamp Comrade Sleep God of Our Father Kipling-Gower Glee Club American Legion Band Rev. E. Jacobs Moulton School Board Legion Convention Farmers League Branch Ferguson Sulpur Park
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