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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1917
Page
1
Lucas Rehmet of Loulton Texas markets aluminum cooking ware claiming lasting quality no renewal need high conductivity cuts fuel costs in half even heat prevents burning and preserves delicate foods while being hygienic non flaking zero poisonous reactions and acid proof. Includes note on profit sharing and service.
The Moore Institute promotes Prof. T H Leslie to superintendent as military service frees the post. Prof. R H Porter of San Marcos elected principal. Parr led the school for three years. Porter is a Southwest Texas Normal School graduate. Attendance data show 237 on first day, with 2,575 total days attended for September month.
D. S. Hopkins, perhaps the oldest citizen in this part of Texas, died at Waelder on October 7. Born in Georgia 98 years ago, he moved to Waelder in 1850 and is survived by eleven children, 87 grandchildren, 185 great grandchildren, and 11 great great grandchildren. Burial was in Waelder City Cemetery.
Lavaca county reports its third increment of drafted men, fifty-one in total, entrained at Hallettsville Monday for Camp Travis in San Antonio. Moulton area supplied twelve men: W. Parr, Emil Gold, Richard Rebmet, Jacob Fishbeck, Peter Mach, Frank Koeich, William Kubenka, Herman Marburger, Edgar Brune, F. J. Sofka, John Kolar, Eddie Kresta.
The Moulton Home and School Club will hold its regular meeting at the Sam and Will Moore Institute this Friday at 4 o clock. All members and prospective members are urged to attend.
Gonzales Texas October 4. Vital statistics show a very low death rate in September with only five deaths reported. A total of thirty seven births were recorded for the month.
Frank Kresta a well to do farmer of Komensky committed death by own action Saturday morning by shooting himself in the head with a shotgun. Born in Europe 59 years ago he came to America at age 12 and settled at Komensky where he resided. He was twice married and left a large family. His remains were buried in Moulton Public cemetery Sunday afternoon.
A fire in Hallettsville destroys William Peterson’s barn and feed. Oscar Timm, driving Miller Bros. delivery auto to the scene, is seriously injured when the vehicle overturns, breaking his cheek bone and sustaining additional injuries. The loss is about 500 dollars with no insurance.
The Moulton Lutheran Frauen Verein was entertained by Mrs Louis G Janszen last Thursday. Members enjoyed an afternoon of needle-work and refreshments. The next meeting is set with Mrs J L Janssen on Tuesday October 23.
Prof W F Doughty state superintendent orders special teacher examinations in every county seat on Friday and Saturday October 19 and 20. Exams limited to first and second grade certificates.
At a September meeting district trustees voted to begin the compulsory attendance period October 15. An attendance officer will be elected October 16 to compile lists of eligible children and mail them to teachers. Children eight to fourteen must attend. fines start at 5 dollars and rise to 25 for later offenses. The four month period runs eighty school days. Reasons such as sickness death in family and severe weather are valid excuses. The county’s prior compliance was praised and attendance rose significantly from the previous year.
Governor W. P. Hobby has affixed his signature to the bill appropriating $10,000 to combat the pink boll worm. The measure creates a Rio Grande zone where cotton may not be grown and another zone where cotton growing is conditional. The worm, native to Mexico, is described as highly destructive.
The Catholc Ladies Aid Society prepares a bazaar at Hermann Park hall on October 14 starting at eleven in the morning. Refreshments of coffee cake and sandwiches will be served. Everyone is invited to attend.
Preparations are under way for a big barbecue at Henkhaus on Wednesday October 17 with events kicking off at eleven in the morning. Public speaking, clay pigeon shooting and other amusements follow, ending with a grand ball at night.
William Kilers County Superintendent calls for better cooperation by trustees parents and residents to enforce compulsory attendance laws and maintain the county as a leading educational banner in the state.
Lavaca County Red Cross Moulton Branch draws strong attendance with 181 members. New members include Prof. and Mrs. T. H. Leslie and several families. Miss Elsie Jaegegli absent, Mrs. Id Studeman presiding as vice-chairman. Cutting committee logs thirteen dozen pads. first button free, second costs cents. Next meeting Monday at 3 PM.
Edmund Henry Schaefer died at San Antonio on Tuesday October 2 from heart failure. The 30 year old veteran, drafted September 16, served in Company D 13th Battalion Depot Brigade National Army. His body was laid to rest Thursday in Halletts ville after Lutheran church rites. he leaves a wife and one child.
The second liberty loan campaign is actively progressing as authorities push for strong public support and higher bond purchases to fund national wartime needs. Community leaders urge participation and emphasize collective financial commitment.
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