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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1902
Page
2
Publication entry shows a weekly issue published every Friday with stamping of 23 second class matter and entry at the Westoffice in Moulton Vexan.
Public notice stating subscription at one dollar yearly in advance and that all copy must be signed and at the office by Wednesday morning. It praises Scholenburg Sun as a welcome visitor, noting it is the smallest exchange but not insignificant.
Governor elect Lannam faces persistent visits from office seekers arriving by train to Weatherford. Each train brings a crowd seeking appointments, questions, and favors as the transition unfolds.
The article notes the Tu e Flamenia Argus extending into its 28th year with good hopes and brighter prospects, praising continued success of Jewish Bro. Blanton and signaling optimism for the publication's future.
In Yoakum residents fear rising violence after two shooting scraps and a cutting affray occur within 48 hours, threatening to set a local record. Authorities investigate the incidents and urge calm as the community seeks reassurance and safety measures.
Community leaders urge unity beyond partisanship as residents and local organizations mobilize to push for practical improvements in infrastructure jobs and services. The push emphasizes collective effort and steady progress toward tangible betterment.
A passage notes a well struck in Matagorda county but not in paying quantities. Operators plan deeper drilling and express confidence in securing larger oil yields. The statement highlights adjusting targets and anticipated improvements for future production.
Movitton leaders argue that a strong surrounding countryside and an enterprising group of businessmen provide a foundation for town prosperity beyond what nearby towns enjoy. The assessment highlights regional advantages and initiative as key drivers.
Migration trends show increasing numbers of home seekers and settlers moving to Texas each year. Each prosperous farmer drawing roughly a dozen more families, signaling robust growth in rural communities and potential economic expansion across the state.
The text argues Roosevelt plans to reduce Southern representation, but asserts the South would resist any such action and that the president would not succeed.
RicHarp Gatling, inventor of the gatling gun, unveils a gasoline powered plow capable of plowing to twelve inches. The machine plows harrows rolls and seeds ground simultaneously.
An editor announces free publication for news items while advertising remains paid, stating it is the paper's prerogative to decide if a submission is considered paid matter or not. The notice frames editorial discretion and outlines advertising policy for contributors.
The Poor's Manual lists 198000 miles of railroad in the country with 39739 engines 27144 passenger cars 8677 mail and express cars and 1408472 freight cars. Yearly earnings total 1612448826 while operating expenses reach 1992154099.
The Cuero cotton mill plans a second shipment of cloth reaching full capacity once skilled labor is secured. The fabric is described as superior quality and local merchants in southwest Texas may soon source cloth at home.
A warning notes that smoking damages the health of all young men and boys, often started without parental consent. It cites Chicago youths seeking work where employers probe smoking habits, claiming most employers question cigarette use before hiring.
A reader questions full coverage and hints the paper prints only pleasant items to keep dependents fed and avoid gossip. The editor replies that printing all events would drain staff and lead to endless obituaries, implying limited, selection driven reporting.
Louis Darby of O Quinn visited Boursville over the weekend enjoying a Farmers Boys Band concert at Olle s Park and praising Moulton hospitality. A disease threatens local turkeys with plans to exterminate the germ-laden plant. The lead based germ is described as B B calibre. 1.C.U.
Louviss Alps letters note Mr Caas Foerster of Bastrop and Fred Foerster of Lee county visiting kin. Wm Schuette returned from Yoakum after a week. A good rain last Monday aided gardens. Miss Bertha and Nora Sander left for Yoakum. A baby girl arrived at Ford Foers ter’s home. A triple birthday party was held October 24 for the Nollkemper daughters. Rev Heiser and wife visited Rev Kern’s family. BOR.
School Superintendent F P Guenther visited since the last report. Rud Michalie and wife visited relatives in Victoria county. Mr and Mrs O W Miller of Breslau were here Sunday. Mr P J Blaschke moves to his new property bought from Jno Wustenbart. Anton Janak died Sunday night of consumption and was buried at Smother's Creek cemetery. He leaves a wife and many relatives. F W Kutac of Halletsville was in town on business. Phoenix Schuetzen Verein to hold a special meeting Sunday the 16 inst. R U S.
In Yoakum tonight, Wm Richardson, defending peace, was shot by Reese Connor amid a confrontation on the city edge. Richardson died, age 46, bachelor, with five sisters and two brothers. among relatives is Mrs Sam McMurrey. Arrests include James Richardson, his son, Fred Connor, and Mathias Culpepper.
Mr. William Oerter will open a marble and granite yard in Gonzales near the Southern Pacific depot to craft monuments and tombstones. He hails from Waco and has worked in leading marble yards across the state.
The Corpus Christi Caller notes the poll tax amendment requires payment before voting and juror qualification. It argues the measure will raise vote quality and improve juries by excluding delinquents and rewarding civic duty, echoing Governor Lanham calling it a good thing.
Notice states the firm Lueke Bros comprising Fritz Lueke and Charles Lueke dissolves by mutual consent. Fritz Lueke retires while Charles Lueke continues the business and assumes all liabilities and collects all due notes and accounts. Moulton Texas November 1 1902.
Visitors flock to Yoakum Street Fair with large crowds on Friday as the train ran late and a brisk pace carried attendees through shows, a Ferris wheel, hobby horses, and Beckskin Bill demonstrations, though crowds were larger on earlier days.
The dissolution notice states Fitz Lueke retires to focus on soda water manufacture while Charles Luecke becomes sole proprietor of the saloon.
Advertisement for Simmons' Liver Purifier in a tin box promises liver health and broad benefits. It claims to correct constipation indigestion biliousness stop headaches and improve heart condition while offering social approval. Attributed to A F Kotzebue.
An advertisement highlights Mr F Lotto's Payette County history book priced at 2 50 and promotes Electric Bitters as a cure for rheumatism and general health. It notes Guatemala eruptions and a fire safety rescue, then markets Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs and lung troubles with trial bottles offered.
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