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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1953
Page
1
A father and son jointly tested a fertilized legume system with Vocational Agriculture instructor Win Lee Young. The plan, praised as reducing costs and boosting output, challenges acreage controls and calls for exports to absorb surplus while noting a death linked to deer hunting in New Ulm.
On the second day of deer season at the Kahanek Ranch near Hallettsville, R. L. Baird Sr. was severely wounded when a cocked rifle discharged after a limb broke while he shifted in a tree. The bullet fractured the leg. seven pints of blood were transfused and more may be needed.
Plymouth Oil Company No 1 Frank McMillian in Gonzales County near Waelder reported abandoned after core samples showed no shows at 1 950 and 2 208 feet. The wildcat sits about four miles southeast of Waelder with total depth 2 208 feet.
Dr Martin M Wagner DDS addressed the school PTA on dental care beginning in prenatal days and continuing through life. A business meeting followed with committee reports on the Hallowe en Carnival and all reports were favorable. The Senior Class then held a cake walk after adjournment.
The Moulton Bobkatz split results with Fayetteville last Friday night in Fayetteville gym. A team won 38 to 32 while B team edged 31 to 30. A half time stood 18 to 14 Bobkatz ahead. High scorers for B were Bennie Bohuslav 8 J J Simper 7 and J Belicek 7. Fayetteville leaders were W W Jasek 11 and G Norwood 8. TM breth ay A string top scorer Hildebrandt 13. Fayetteville rivals Stoelke 14 Parma 9 Kuhen 9 Dae 4 Sedlar 2. Schedule notes and next games referenced. A string later lost to Rock Island 43 to 37. B team won 32 to 30.
Pvt Steve Roznovsky Jr and Pvt Floyd J Siegel, both from Texas families, recently joined U S Forces in Alaska. Both men, who entered the Army in May and trained at Ft Bliss, are assigned to the 4th Regimental Combat Team and guard the northern approach to the U S and Canada.
Austin shoppers enjoy retail buying power far above the national average and it continues to grow. Texans could purchase two and one fifth times as much in 1952 as in 1939. The rise is mainly due to a modest upturn in U S living standards despite inflation.
Willie Majefski, a former employee, shot Cuero Temple Cash last Friday after being dismissed. Majefski killed himself with a .22 caliber pistol shot to the head, the wound penetrating and lodging in his brain. authorities say Cash did not survive.
Marvin Fishbeck and his father Joe tested improved crop practices on a sandy plot using certified hybrid seed and 16-20-0 fertilizer with ammonium sulfate side-dressing. The test plot yielded 113 pounds of ear corn versus 210 pounds on the control, with costs of 0.68 and 0.82 dollars per bushel respectively. Marvin plans alfalfa trials to gauge grazing and hay value.
Funds toward a 1954 fire truck continue with several donations from local supporters. Hi Way Lumber Co and other donors push the campaign toward half the expected cost, with further contributions welcomed at the Farmers and Merchants State Bank.
Promoted Nov 16, Pvt Eugene Koncaba son of Mr and Mrs Frank Koncaba Jr of Moulton. He serves with the AAA Gunn in Alaska and has eight months in the army.
Messrs Dan Berckenhoff and Emil Charba attended a Ford meeting in Bellville last week. They reported a good time.
Vladik Steinacher died at 2 30 a m at his home after a long spinal ailment. He served in World War I with a military graveside service by the American Legion. Born April 12 1896 he was 57. Survived by widow Bessie Kubenka Steinacher two children Edwin and Jeanette plus four grandchildren and siblings and four brothers. Funeral services held at Smith Funeral Home and Catholic Church with interment in Catholic Cemetery.
The Oak Grove P.T.A. met on Wednesday night November 18 with a large crowd and decided to hold a game party on Sunday night December 13 to dispose of leftover articles from the picnic supper. A delicious lunch was served after the business meeting.
Mr. John Zapalac of near town won the turkey prize at the W. H. Etlinger Store drawing held last Saturday. The store offers valuable prizes each Saturday and notes that registration is required to participate.
Local Zion Lutheran members held a farewell supper at the Educational Building for Rev. K. Windecker after ten and a half years of service. The event featuring a pot luck meal, tributes from church leaders, and a farewell gift reflected deep appreciation for his preaching and counseling.
Local hunters report several big game kills across South Texas. Harvey Fehrenkamp treed a four pointer on the Arthur Vogel Ranch near San Antonio. Bubba Kolar claimed an eight pointer on the Kolar Ranch last week. Kenward Kolar brought home two bucks, five and eight point. Arlen Pietsch shot a six point buck on the R W Dagg Ranch near Yoakum Sunday afternoon.
Schedule lists games at Schulenburg on Dec 1 and Dec 15 with Blinn Tournament from Dec 10 to 12 and other matchups at Waelder Round Top Carmine and Moulton tournaments. Games start 7 30 p m with B games first then A games. Local residents Mr and Mrs Haase visited Ammansville.
Zion Lutheran Church holds Sunday service at 10:00 A M on Nov 22 with Sunday School at 9:00 A M Dr Walter Beck of Texas Lutheran College Seguin will conduct the services and Bible class All members and friends invited.
Annual Thanksgiving Day picnic at Komensky starts 11:00 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day with turkey stew sausage and chicken for 90 cents adults and 40 cents for children. Afternoon attractions refreshments and a big dance at night with Ad Migl's Orchestra inviting all.
The Farm Bureau met at the VFW Hall with large attendance and free coffee. Frankie J. Darilek became Chairman, Julius Gertner Vice Chairman, Frank Hanslik Secretary Treasurer, Alfons Gassman Reporter, replacing Herman Hanslik. Members voted $50 to the New Fire Truck Fund as rural fires rise. County FB Secy Treas Erwin Kram reported on Mineral Wells convention. Hanslik credited progress and 256 members.
John F. Downs a transient from Fitchburg Massachusetts was killed last week Sunday when struck and ground beneath a Southern Pacific train near East Bernard. He was believed to be over 65 years old.
Two vehicles were damaged at the Frank Barta Grocery intersection Friday noon. Edward Price collided with a 1940 Chevrolet pickup driven by Gus Fojtik on Komen Sky Farm-to-Market Road as Price crossed Highway 95. Price, owner Laddie Maresh, faced charges for driving without a license.
Mrs. Mary Studar 81 died at Shiner Hospital after eight days of illness. Funeral services began at Smith Funeral Home then moved to St Joseph’s Church with Rev. J Matocha officiating. Interment followed at Catholic Cemetery. Survived by three brothers and one sister. pallbearers listed.
Twelve members of Moulton Knights of Columbus No. 3244 were initiated into the Fourth Degree in ceremonies at the Plaza Hotel and St. Joseph's Church San Antonio. Recipients included Rev John Matocha Daniel C Hinck and several with wives. others from Yoakum joined in the exemplification alongside members from additional Councils.
Members and prospective members of Geier-Merrem Post American Legion held a barbecue at the VFW Hall on Sunday. Twenty new members were signed up, boosting total membership to 144. August Kasper and Jim Kubicek were praised as chefs for the meal.
Firemen were feted Monday night after the regular fire drill with a lunch of cold cuts donated by Mr Theo Joost. The crew enjoyed the meal following the strenuous work.
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