08 Oct 1909
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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1909
Page
1
A pioneering flight by a Wright aircraft showcased an extraordinary route from Governors Island across the harbor past Grant's Tomb and returning. The display demonstrated the rapid progress of early aviation and swept local spectators.
Wilbur Wright, Dayton, completed a 33 minute 33 second flight from Grant's Tomb to Governor's Island and back along the Hudson, reaching 42 miles per hour. Crowds on shore and sailors aboard ships from four nations cheered as the aeroplane skimmed near water and skyscrapers.
Granger Texas farmers have gathered cotton and turned cattle into the fields, marking the first year they pasture cotton during September.
In Austin two possible pellagra cases were found at the Southwestern Insane Asylum. Superintendent Dr. J R Nichols investigated after a health officer inquiry. One suspected case is male and the other female.
In San Antonio and along the San Antonio & Aransas Pass, farmers have started plowing for winter wheat as cotton picking finishes early this season. Fields cleared earlier this fall due to the small cotton crop.
In Mercedes Texas crops in Hidalgo county show strong gains with 800 cars of vegetables moved on the branch line. Farmers in the back county report cotton bales per acre and heavy corn yields, signaling a robust growing season.
A large sale closed Saturday transferring the Roos farm near Luling from Roos Bros. of Yoakum to Robi Shanklin of Prairie Lea and Wansly Wiley of Kingsbury.
Lufkin Texas reports the drowning of John Wiley Strauss a one year old child son of Mr and Mrs P H Strauss of Diboll after an accidental fall into a tub of water on Monday.
Berclair Texas reports about 75 percent of the cotton crop gathered and marketed. Prices paid include 12.75 cents per bale for cotton and 22 dollars per ton for seed.
Texas shows a rare rise in coal supply while most states report declines. Government data indicate Texas stands among a small group with higher output as industries push energy production forward.
Washington report by George Otis Smith of the Geological Survey notes Texas increased coal production in 1908 over 1907, aided by population growth and better economic conditions. It cites reduced petroleum use, sizable coal areas in the state, and potential lignite beds spanning about 55 000 square miles, with estimated coal outputs and value under analysis.
Frank Dunn, a prominent Houston businessman and one of the city's wealthiest citizens, died Sunday night from heart failure after his automobile went off a bridge. He spoke to onlookers, appeared uninjured, then collapsed. Dr. Wilson could not revive him. no serious injuries were found on his body beyond a knee bruise.
Hearne Texas. Jim Chow a Chinese man died Sunday in an accident while returning to town from the bottom in a wagon. Frightened mules bolted when an approaching automobile alarmed them and Chow jumped out to steady them. He was knocked down by the wagon tongue and the wheels passed over him, killing him instantly.
Henderson and Rusk county residents organize a stock company to finance a creamery plant with capital stock of 3000 dollars, 800 shares at ten dollars each. About 1000 dollars has already been raised.
Memphis, Paris & Gulf Railroad manager C. C. Henderson authorizes that the line will be extended from Ashdown via Richmond to Clarksville Texas. The plan expands service northward toward Clarksville and beyond.
Jacksonville notices that J H Causey and Company of Denver Colorado bought the $25 000 public school bond issue. The contract for the building will be let without delay and the new school will be erected.
Beaumont Texas Arthur Doussat and W M Campbell of New Orleans bought 4 000 sacks of No 1 Hon duras rice from A Bernard at 3 40 per sack.
Texas geologists report indications of iron ore at a field near Move Texas suggesting early development potential. assessments reference ore-bearing formations and preliminary sampling by exploration teams. prospects highlight possibility of future mining activity in the region.
The railroad commission told F G Pettibone the Santa Fe may set a low export rate on iron ore from Cass county to Texas ports. The plan includes extending the Texas & Gulf line from Longview to Cass county, with a projected one million tons per year for ninety years, and a later Port Bolivar ore movement toward a Texas furnace. The steel giant prefers sending ore to Pennsylvania rather than building a Texas smelter, while Texas facilities may still rise with the new tonnage.
In a Friday execution attended by about $000 people Russell remains calm until the black cap is fixed and he collapses faintly. A colored preacher Gabe Washington delivers a brief sermon and prayer for the doomed man who proclaims innocence and urges goodness before saying he killed Mrs Harris last April and disposed of her body in a veil.
Brownwood Texas reports the first pecans of the season sold to local merchants at 10 cents per pound with forecasts of seven cents paid. The crop is uneven with many predicting a large harvest while others expect a small yield. Brownwood expects one third to one half of an average crop, aiding farmers after cotton failures.
The attorney general approved registration for Hidalgo county road and bridge bonds worth $100,000 at 5 percent. McDade independent school district bonds amounting to $8,000 at 5 percent. Henderson county common school district No. 18 schoolhouse bonds $1,000 at 5 percent. Controller reports Bowie county tax rolls value $12,919,080 with $153,506 increase and $259,080 over estimate. Baylor county value $5,249,873 with $28,768 increase and $10,803 over estimate. Gregg county value $3,649,545 with $18,180 increase.
Farmers estimate 1 000 bales of cotton average 22 pounds lighter than last year at this time. The cotton is nearly all picked and sold. Corn prices in the region are 65 cents per bushel with upland corn crop noted as short.
J D Wood of Kenedy Texas was crossing the railroad with a wagon loaded with cotton when a switch engine backed into him. The wagon was smashed, one mule killed and the other crippled before being killed. Wood suffered a broken leg and a bruised forehead.
Spanish troops report capture of Mount Guruga from Moorish defenders after a fierce assault. Strategic high ground now in Spanish control, authorities claim decisive victory for the current campaign.
Spain announces that troops occupied Mount Guruga in Morocco with no resistance. King Alfonso praised the victory as Madrid lit up in celebration. Generals Marino and Sotomayo received acclaim for the swift, decisive actions and the prospect of long term occupation and new mines to exploit.
San Antonio received 120 freight cars on Wednesday, over half carrying new homebuilder furniture. Officials expect yearlong growth in shipments, marking an unparalleled movement for the region. Marcus Castillo and his eleven sons were stopped by rurales while smuggling goods into Mexico near Sabinas. In Cameron County near Burlington a farmer killed his brother then shot his sister in law and himself. the motive remains unknown.
Secretary of State in Austin registers 500000 dollars of Kansas City Mexico and Orient railroad first mortgage bonds on Wednesday.
The attorney general's opinion states 279 Texas school book deliverers must pay gross receipts tax and file quarterly sales reports on Texas schoolbooks. The ruling outlines tax obligations and reporting cadence for the distributors.
The department of banking approved Century Bank and Trust Company of Houston as reserve agent for Rosenberg State Bank.
Monroe county is described as the most unique in the state with a population spread over a chain of keys. The region includes Cape Sable on the mainland, vast Everglades areas, and rich alluvial lands near the cape. Fruit trees thrive on the keys and beaches feature white sand and varied bluffs. Sugar is noted as a valuable tonic in a medical journal.
President Taft in Spokane outlines conservation policy aligning with Roosevelt but notes no obligation to act without Congress. He favors a $10 million Interior Department bond to finish irrigation work halted by funds and act limits, urging congressional authorization and stricter land classification and forest fire protection.
A movement aims to secure a union depot for Lufkin Texas where five railroads now use separate depots. The plan will be presented to the Texas railroad commission for consideration.
Frost appeared in Nacogdoches Texas on Tuesday but officials say damage was limited. The area had its earliest frost date on record occasional years ago, with October 5 noted as a prior benchmark.
R J Wright of Norma nna has purchased most of the broom corn grown locally and is loading it this week for shipment to the Round Rock Broom Factory at Round Rock Texas.
Forest fires in Angelina County Texas report serious damage with injured range, destroyed ties, and ruined farm fences across multiple sections in Lufkin area.
Grading for the wharves at the turning basin will begin this week. The contract has been awarded to Mr. Jim Kelso of Galveston for the work in Houston Texas.
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