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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1926
Page
1
Texas tops all states in using natural gas to fuel power production and industrial activity. The report highlights Texas’ dominant role in energy consumption and manufacturing energy use.
Texas leads in oil output as Spindletop and the Panhandle move the state from third to fourth place in petroleum production, reshaping the national standings.
No other state has such potential and developed diverse fuel resources as Texas, noted for its petroleum, natural gas, and lignite, reflecting the scale of its energy economy.
Texas became the top oil producer at 661 451 barrels per day, surpassing California at 600 000 and Oklahoma at 467 110 barrels daily in September.
Light turnout due to rain and cold with 270 votes cast. Moody led Governor race with 165 to 79, Mansfield won Congress district 9 174 to 73, independent Charles Weil defeated Anton Jilek for public weigher in Precinct 6 by 30 votes. Election officers listed.
Dr. Oscar A. Darilek, appointed by the State Board of Health, began dental exams for Moulton school pupils this week. He reports many students with teeth in excellent condition.
Elaborate preparations are under way for a large Armistice Day event at Hermann Park in Moulton next Thursday. Geier-Merrem Post No. 392 and the P T A organize a parade with many firms and organizations. Prominent speakers include Tom Wallace J F Bozka A H Falkenberg and Congressman Mansfield. The P T A will serve cats hold a bazaar and the day includes amusements for children and two dances with Buske and Othold orchestras.
Hon J J Mansfield of Columbus and Ninth District representative greeted friends in Moulton Thursday. He reports excellent health and plans to return to Washington late this month.
The report notes Mrs Emil Helweg left for Yorktown last weekend to visit relatives and friends. Weather: rain drenched the area from Monday into Tuesday with several inches recorded. Richard Rehmer of La Grange arrived Monday to see his parents and handle business. Rev A H Falkenberg and wife returned Sunday from a brief visit to Round Top. Mrs Smith Leazar recovers well after tonsil removal last week. Mrs Vladik Valenta of Corpus Christi visits the homes of Mr and Mrs R Valenta and Mr and Mrs Fred Fehrenkamp since last week.
Mr and Mrs F P Raab and son Oscar returned Monday from San Antonio where they accompanied Erwart Raab who is attending a business college there.
Austin Texas November 1 The final compilation of the scholastic census for 1926 27 taken in March 1926 shows 597 775 children in common districts and 750 564 in independent districts having more than 150 scholastics S M N Marrs superintendent of public instruction announced Monday The total for the State is 1 348 339 The gains over last year are small due to careful rolls and duplicates totaling 3 741 worth 52 376 would have inflated the increase to about one percent
Mr Frank Ermis and Miss Marie Uher wed in Angleton Texas on Tuesday October 26 The groom is son of Mr Frank Ermis of near Henk haus The bride is daughter of Mr and Mrs John Uher of Danbury They plan to reside on the bride s parents farm The Eagle wishes them longevity and prosperity
Mr and Mrs Jaro Bender welcomed a son Benedict Edmund born October 24. Mr and Mrs Adolf Pelich welcomed a daughter Elea nore born October 28.
Henry Hoyer will open a discount shop in the Ernst Pelzel building on Moore avenue in Moulton about November 15. The business marks his return to Moulton after residing in Cuero for several years. The Eagle wishes him success.
Owing to the Armistice Day Celebration Kotzebue Drug Company will start its 1 Cent Sale on Wednesday November 10 instead of Thursday and continue it the balance of the week.
Mrs. Mary Stavinoha died Monday November 1 at the home of her daughter Mrs. Jim Wagner after a long illness caused by consumption. She was 61 years old, born December 13 1864 in Moravia Europe. Survived by 11 children and 27 grandchildren. Funeral held Tuesday at the Wagner home and burial in Shiner Catholic cemetery. Reverend Kopp of Moulton and Reverend Neturdus of Shiner officiated.
A skat tournament held at the Hermann Park hall on Sunday afternoon drew a small crowd due to bad weather and poor roads. Winners included C. B. Strattmann D. Fisbeck Ernest Pelzel E A Juengermann and Charles Findeisen.
Julius Kubicek and Miss Ida Blaschke were married at St Marys church Smothers Creek on October 26. They plan to reside on a Kingsville area farm. The Eagle extends best wishes for happiness.
The notice from Zions Lutheran Church in Moulton lists Sunday School and Bible Class at 9 30 A M with J T Jaeggi as superintendent German service at 10 30 A M English evening service at 7 80 P M Pastor to begin English adult confirmation class next Sunday November 7 Lectures on the 5 Parts of the Catechism are planned The pastor invites all to attend and welcomes new members A H Falkenberg Pastor
Warren E Roden died in Mare Island California after twelve years service in the United States Navy. He served during World War I and was born in Jackson county. Survived by widow and four brothers. Mrs W H Voss and son Bill and Miss Marie Roden attended from Edna. The Eagle extends sympathy.
Mrs Henry Wuneberger, a former Moulton resident, died in Austin on Wednesday October 27 while at church. The funeral was in Austin the next day. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Louis Niebuhr of Moulton and Mr and Mrs Henry Etlinger of Yoakum. Survived by husband and several children. The Eagle offers condolence.
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