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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1916
Page
1
The Cuero Star quotes editorial praise for compulsory school attendance as the most beneficial state law. It argues literacy enables citizens to read court language and participate in civic life, noting many well-to-do families neglect schooling despite proximity to schools. Local items mention visitors, travel, and readers joining The Eagle.
Mrs. Charles Guthier arrived back Sunday after a trip to San Antonio.
A reflective verse from Sunshine Versus urges faithful reciprocity. The speaker questions whether deeds match kindness received and vows to widen friendship by aiding those who have stood as steadfast friends.
Dr. W S Sheley a well known dentist died at his Hallettsville home Sunday morning. His body was buried in Hallettsville Catholic cemetery Monday afternoon with Rev A Mathis conducting the funeral. He was in his thirties and leaves a wife and two young children. He belonged to Hermann Sons and Woodmen of the World lodges.
Monday morning at the Catholic church Rev Mr Neibert united Emil Pechacek and Elizabeth Mueller in marriage. The bridegroom is a prominent Hallettsville area young man and the bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Terry Mueller of Peach Creek. The Eagle extends best wishes for happiness and prosperity.
City events outline multiple days with parades ceremonies and exhibits including Governor Ferguson speaking at 11 00 A M dedication of a track 2 00 P M aeroplane flights by Lestere Miller and War Path attractions. Fayetteville Hallettsville Lagrange Smithville Waelder Moulton Flatonia events noted with grand balls and visiting bands.
The Self Culture Club met at President Mrs. Ed Studeman’s home Saturday at 4 p m to begin a winter course of Southern Literature from the State University. The group, under ten members, will participate actively and benefit from books loaned by the university. Interested residents may join at the next meeting with Mrs. R Jaeggli and Miss Elsie on Saturday October 15 at 4 p m.
The Priscilla Club met Tuesday October 3 at Mrs J J Kotzebue’s home. Members worked on different needlework as tea fruit salad and cake were served. Guests included Mesdames W K Richter Rud Albrecht Guy Haltom Ed Studeman A F Kotzebue J T Jaeggli Chas Ripple Ed Boehm Jr Henry Etlinger and Misses Minnie Palica Ella Krueger. The next gathering is set for October 17 with Mrs W E Parr.
The Catholic Ladies' Aid Society entertained at a Tuesday event with quilting and needlework. A bazaar is planned at the park. Refreshments were served to members and guests including Mesdames Quebedeaux Brosch Ochl Reindl Nachlinger Krause Pollock Rehmer Boehm Pelzel Guenther Papacek Valenta Anders Raab Preston Knesek Etlinger Kolar Mikulik Tomasko Guenther Eron Guenther Kucsek Oehl Ooehl plus guests Mrs J Boehm Scha cherl Guthier Miss Clara Brosch and Rev F X Wolf. Next meeting set with Mrs Kotzebue on Wednesday October 25.
Prof J J Migwieptner and Miss Josie Gieptner wed at Praha Catholic church on October 2. Rev Natardus officiated. The couple, from Novohrad families, will reside in Wallis where the groom is public school principal. The Eagle extends congratulations.
Rev. H. A. Heinecke will conduct English services at Moulton Lutheran Church Sunday evening October 8 at 7 45. Confirmation instruction begins Saturday October 7. A mission festival will be held at Boursville Lutheran Church Sunday October 8.
Bastrop Texas reports the local option results with 1,254 for prohibition and 1,584 against prohibition, a majority of 330 opposing prohibition.
Mrs Emil Janezen has returned from Lincoln where she visited her sister Mrs Lena Retsch. Dr and Mrs F J Guenther and Mr and Mrs Konstant Rehmet attended the funeral of Dr W S Sheley in Hallettsville Monday.
Forty-Two Club gathered at Mr. and Mrs. John Bucek for a pleasant evening of games. First prizes tied among Mrs. Fred Krause, Guy Haltom, Elo Fehrenkamp, and W E Parr. Krause awarded. Booby prize went to KE Studemann and others. Studemann shared the Hoyt's cologne with contestants. Refreshments included fruit salad sandwiches and ice tea. Names present include A F Kotzebue Jaeg gli J T Jaeggl J J Kotzebue W E Parr T H Leslie G T Haltom Ed Pundt Fred C Krause E Studeman Frank Tomasko and Mesdames Laura Valenta John Brunkenhoefer and Misses Carrie Parr and Adela Knesek.
A picnic held in Joe Sustr's pasture to raise funds for Oak Grove school drew nearly five hundred attendees. Activities included barbecued beef and mutton, coffee cake, ice cream, and soda, plus music by Oak Grove Plain Country Band led by Ludwig F Heinrich, clay bird shooting, and a King of the Ranch show. Receipts neared $300 with about $90 net for the school. Oak Grove opened last week with strong attendance. Prof A J Elster is principal and Miss Alva Timm assistant.
Mrs. John Krenek of Cistern died Saturday after a long illness. Her remains were laid to rest in Old Moulton cemetery with Rev. Mr. Jeffrey of Shiner officiating. She was 34 and survived by her husband and six children.
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