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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1928
Page
1
Tire and oil specials listed by brand and size from Anders Garage include Goodrich Kelly Springfield Michelinelin Cord and Balloons with various oversize and ply ratings. Oil deals offer Texaco products in five gallon lots with per gallon pricing. Bring your can to fill your oil needs now.
The heaviest rainfall in months drenched the area on Monday and Tuesday, totaling about four inches. The welcome wet spell eased drought concerns as crops were harvested and farmers plan to resume fall plowing.
Heavy rains in Moulton reduced turnout to 328 of about 900 voters for the general election held in the William Decehl building on Main Street. Presiding judge William Hillmer led the election with judges John Freytag and Lee Bunting and clerks Edmund Meyer John Reindl F W Hans and G J Bohnekamb. Result at Moulton: Smith 287 Hoover 25.
John Tousek and Miss Rosie Brom were married at St Joseph’s church in Moulton on Wednesday November 7 with Rev Father Joseph Kopp officiating. The ceremony was followed by a reception at the bride’s home. The bride is daughter of Mr and Mrs John Brom of nearby Moulton. the groom is son of Mr and Mrs Martin Tousek of nearby Moulton.
A double wedding occurred Monday November 5 at the Catholic church in Shiner. Rev Father Netar dus united Frantz Jilek Jr and Theresa Darilek along with Frank Kuba and Mary Darilek. The couples belong to prominent Lavaca County families.
The Robinson Schielder Animal Show toured Moulton Saturday with afternoon and evening exhibitions. A large crowd enjoyed acts including waltzing ponies, a lion riding a horse, and a dog walking on its forefeet. Spectators said the show was worth the money.
Erwin Kram and Rosa Reindl were married at St. Josephs church in Moulton on Tuesday with Rev. Father Joseph Kopp officiating. The bride is daughter of Wenzel Reindl of near Moulton and the groom is son of William and Mrs. Kram of near Shiner.
The Parent-Teacher Association holds its regular meeting in the High School Auditorium Friday afternoon at three o'clock. The sixth grade pupils under Miss Knape will perform a program, beginning promptly at three. Everyone is invited to attend.
The Moulton Lutheran Ladies Aid held its annual bazaar at Luther Hall on Saturday afternoon. Many articles sold and refreshments were served. Receipts exceeded $66.
Obituary notes the passing of W. W. Lockwell at his home near Nickel on November 2 1928 aged 80. It honors his church work at Old Moulton Baptist, his family including wife Gabriilla Thornton and seven children, and lists surviving relatives and funeral details at Moulton Public Cemetery.
The seventh annual Fall Sale of Ed Boehm's Sons and partners promotes Great Fall Savings in Moulton. Local merchants report Crops improving as families visit relatives and attend church board elections. Attendees include Judge August W Janszen and Estella Janszen visiting from Cuero, with multiple social and travel mentions across Ganado Moulton and Lolita.
The Hallowe en carnival sponsored by the Parent Teacher Association opened the school year with spooks and pranks throughout. Students and staff ran booths and activities led by Mrs Smith and the High School girls, Mr Noles and the boys, plus Miss Anita Richter in the Country Grocery Store and more. Winners included Miss Annie Laurie Jaeggli Miss Virginia King Bergfeld and Robby Wagner for costumes. Receipts totaled 76 15.
Birth notices report three newborns from the Moulton region. A son to Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Janssen on Saturday November 3 weighing 10 1 2 pounds named Leslie William. A daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Peter Machart on Wednesday October 31 named Adeila Augustine. A daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Zimmermann on Monday November 5 unnamed yet.
Mrs. John Requardt and family visit the Anton Katzer home in Cuero while others from the area gather in Yoakum and San Antonio. Ed Vyoral buys into Novosad and Vyoral, and Mabel Fehrenkamp marks her sixth birthday with a party. County Judge elect Janszen expands his law library with a new 500000-case encyclopedia.
Mrs. August Hartmann beloved mother of Mrs. William H. Schodde of Moulton died at her home near Shiner on Monday October 29. Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon October 31 at Shiner City Cemetery conducted by Rev. Pfaeniger. She was 74, born in Germany, came to Texas in 1881, lived in Austin County before moving to Shiner in 1894. Survived by husband and seven children including Mrs. William H. Schodde and August Hartmann Jr.
The annual Red Cross roll call begins on Armistice Day November 11 and closes on Thanksgiving Day November 29.
A large crowd attended Hermano Park Hall Sunday night for the Moulton 2nd Baseball Nine season finale. Tickets were on sale as fans watched the last game of the year.
President Calvin Coolidge issued a proclamation designating Thursday, November 29, as Thanksgiving Day nationwide. The proclamation emphasizes gratitude and requests public observance and reverence.
Zions Lutheran Church invites worship at 9 00 A M with Sunday School and Bible Class led by Rev Sagebiel of Seguin. A German service at 10 30 A M features Rev Dr E A Sagebiel president of the First Lutheran Synod of Texas. Congregation reports strong finances and welcomes members to attend and prepare for a new church year.
Herbert Hoover, a Republican, was elected president at the general election held Tuesday. He will take the oath of office on March 4, 1929.
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