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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1976
Page
1
A Farce in Three Acts showcases Bernadine Marek and Dennis Pavlicek-Cletus Mikulencak in a playful theatrical comedy. The piece moves briskly through mistaken identities and quick-witted banter with ensemble charm.
Four Texas funeral directors from Colonial in Victoria Wayne Giese Memorial in Brenham and Joe Brewer of Houston toured two Aurora Casket Company factories in Aurora Indiana and Cincinnati Ohio on private planes. They spent two days touring the plants and enjoyed 36 degree weather in Ohio. Aurora ranks as the third largest metal casket maker in the U.S. The trip was thoroughly enjoyed by the four men. Mike Biehunko is the son of L T Biehunko and wife.
The Ladies Auxiliary to Post 6971 in Moulton Texas shifts the October meeting from October 14 to October 27 aligning with the Post men. A door prize drawing and lunch will follow the separate meeting at the VFW Hall.
Adolph Migs lifelong resident dies at St. Anthony Care Houston on Saturday September 18 at 3 16 pm at age 85 years 13 days He was born in Praha Texas on September 5 1891 son of the late Joe Mig and Aloisie Mikulik He attended schools at Novohrad Praha and Halletts See rites page 8 column 5
Voskamp Motors in Hallettsville promotes the 1977 Ford lineup including Thunderbird LTD II Granada Mustang Maverick and Pinto. The Friday and Saturday October 1 and 2 event features new car and truck showings with free refreshments and a drawing offering a Color TV and Cajun Cooker.
The Independent Cattlemen's Association held a called meeting at the Hallettsville Auction Building with strong attendance. New officers and directors were elected to serve until January 1978 including Ray Allen Williamson as Chairman and James Hagan as Vice Chairman, with several names named as directors and censors.
The Catholic Daughters of America sponsor a bake sale in front of the bank downtown on Saturday October 2 starting at 9 00 am. All types of baked goods will be for sale and public patronage is appreciated.
The VFW and Auxiliary conducted a regular meeting on September 9 with fried chicken supper and a joint membership drive on September 26 after a meal. Dist 24 Auxiliary President Pat Davis of Port Lavaca and Dist Commander Winiford Peters attended along with Democracy Chairman L. Schaffner. A large turnout paid 1977 dues, and nonpaying members are reminded to settle dues promptly.
Dennis Tousek killed a 30 pound wolf on his father Jacob Tousek Jr.'s property east of Moulton Monday at 7 25 AM. He used a 243 deer rifle at 210 yards to stop the animal that was chasing a chicken. This marked the third wolf he has killed in three years.
A Sunday birthday gathering at Shady Oak Nursing Home celebrated honorees with lunch starting at 2 PM. Kolach rolls were provided by the Catholic Daughters who co host monthly events. Local members Mrs Annie Gillar and Mrs Georgie Mae Pesek helped serve while Mr Frank Bohuslav and Mr Charles Tousek provided accordion entertainment.
The Moulton Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture met at City Hall on Sept 20. President Cindy Petrek led the meeting and announced booth rental rates of 7.50 for local groups and 12.00 for surrounding-area organizations. A delegate will attend the South Texas Chamber’s 50th Anniversary meeting in San Antonio.
The Moulton Chamber of Commerce Directors will meet at City Hall on Wednesday October 6 at 8:00 p.m. The session will form committees for the year and discuss several important matters.
The Moulton TPA met September 21 in the School Cafeteria. J R Goeman led. new teachers were introduced. Officers for 1976 77 were elected: Madeline Poole president, Marian Kram vice president, Judy Barta secretary, Irene Meiserschlanger treasurer. Halloween Carnival and Chili Supper set for October 29 with raffles for K 8 classes and cash prizes. The Third Grade won $5 for highest parent turnout at 53.38 percent.
Little Chad William Nagelmueller infant son of Mr and Mrs William F Nagelmueller Jr of Gonzales died suddenly in his mothers arms on Saturday in Gonzales. Born August 13 1976 at DeTar Hospital Victoria he lived six weeks and one day and was baptized September 11 at the Catholic Church in Gonzales by Father Michael Lee.
Olga Castro 53 died at Renger Hospital Hallettsville after a week in care. Born Olga Laas September 4 1923 to Emil Laas and Olga Hoffman she married Eusebio Castro and lived in Moulton. Funeral services were held See DEATH Page 2 Col 2.
The 1977 Chevrolet line will be shown at Shiner Motor Sales on Thursday September 30. Highlighting the new introduction are the 1977 Caprice and Impala series as six passenger cars with efficiency and new engines.
Adolph Morisak was taken from the coronary care unit Friday noon with improving condition. He will likely remain hospitalized for two to three weeks and welcomes letters from friends and relatives at his San Antonio address.
Mr and Mrs William Bill Michalec of San Antonio have moved to Weimar recently. He has retired from his employment in San Antonio.
The article urges families to create and practice a home escape plan during Fire Prevention Week October 3 9. It stresses two exits per bedroom a smoke signal a meeting point and never reentering a burning building. It also covers steps for preventing fires such as drop and roll crawling in smoke door checks and safe handling of matches and cooking risks.
The Moulton Fire Department will hold its annual stag barbecue supper at the Moulton VFW Halls on Wednesday October 20 at 7 30 p m Tickets may be purchased from any fireman and most business places.
A three day rodeo starts Thursday Sept 30 at 8 PM in Simonton Texas with nightly shows Oct 1 2. Stars Moe Bandy Jim Ed Brown Helen Cornelius Jody Miller headline each night and a Western dance with Jeff The Kickers. Round Up Rodeo Production led by Luke Van Dries Smokey Davis promotes the event.
On Monday October 4 1976 the City will hold a special pickup day. Residents must call or visit City Hall to state items to be collected and the location for pickup for stoves refrigerators and other bulky refuse.
Grafe Hemmi in Halletts ville hosts Oldsmobile's 1977 lineup with six models Starfire Omega Cutlass Eighty Eight Ninety Eight Toronado and 28 total models. New for 1977 include Cutlass Supreme Brougham Colonnade Delta 88 pillar coupe and Toronado XLR while several Delta 88 and Toronado variants are discontinued. The redesigned Delta 88 Ninety Eight and Custom Cruiser focus on fuel efficiency space and safety with improved rear seat kneeroom and legroom.
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