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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1976
Page
1
The Moulton School District switches to a computerized tax system for 1976. Rendition sheets for 1977 were mailed with 1976 statements. Taxpayers may strike stocks bonds and cash on renditions since these items are not assessed. You may not render taxes until after January 1, 1977.
Old Moulton Baptist Church holds preaching October 17 with Sunday School at 10 and sermon at 10 45 a m Rev J K Black will deliver the message and a cordial welcome is extended to all wishing to worship with them
The Moulton Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture held a special session at City Hall to discuss plans for a new parade float. President Cindy Petrek and members reviewed appearances for neighboring city parades during the 1977 festival season and heard a report from Mrs. Marvin Jasek about recent weekend float trips.
Lavaca County Farm Bureau to hold its annual convention at the American Legion Hall in Hallettsville on Oct 19 at 8 00 p m Members are urged to attend to vote on resolutions to be sent to the State Convention in December The event invites all interested in farming and ranching issues to participate in finding solutions
Flatonia hosts Chilispiel, a renowned chili cook-off drawing attention from state officials and media. Notable participants include Bas McFad from Temple, the Red Baron Longnecks from Houston, and Dean Goss of Houston, with judges described as a chili circuit whos who.
Albert J. Klobedans a native Texan and longtime resident died at Shady Oak Nursing Home Sunday October 10 at 7 00 P M aged 93 years four months and 15 days He was born May 25 1883 in Oso Texas Fayette County and married Anna Fisbeck in Moulton on November 10 1910 The couple
A 74 year old Midway resident, Albert Schumann, died after his car was struck by a Southern Pacific freight train at a Shiner crossing Tuesday afternoon. The crash left the vehicle 160 feet along the track before it toppled into a ditch. Schumann suffered a fractured skull, crushed chest, and multiple injuries and died at Shiner Hospital. The engineer was identified as A. See.
The Moulton Fire Department will host its annual Stag Barbecue Supper on Wednesday October 20 at 8 00 p m at the V F W Hall. Menu includes chicken pinto beans hot potatoes pickles. Tickets 2 25 per plate advance only with plates to go available. Proceeds go to the fire department. Fire Chief Willie Hoepfi.
The Knights of Columbus hold a regular meeting Friday October 15 at 8 p.m. in the Catholic Auditorium. A good program is planned with food and refreshments served. Bill Steinacher serves as Grand Knight.
The Moulton Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture Inc will hold its regular meeting on Monday October 18 at City Hall. The note urges support and interest from members and highlights the difference between inert and alert small cities while calling for ideas to improve public services.
On Oct 9 a minor collision occurred on Moore Ave involving a 1967 Chevrolet driven by Mrs. Bessie Fike and a 1970 Oldsmobile driven by Manuel Wyoral. No injuries are reported.
The Moulton Fire Department rushed to the City Dump on Saturday afternoon to standby a fire threatening to spread into surrounding pastures. No damage was reported.
The Moulton Community Medical Clinic Board met October 4 1976 at City Hall with President Theo Motal presiding. Minutes were approved. Building expenses totaled 5901 18 and savings plus checking stood at 46048 61. A roofing bid from Easley Roofing Victoria was accepted and roof work to start soon. No physician yet but offers of help from Dr Lawrence Beyer formerly of Moulton. The clinic is now a reality and donors are urged to contribute before year end for tax purposes.
The Biology club of MHS raised 110.26 dollars for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Texas during the last week of September. They collected contributions and distributed information to local residents. Sponsor Val Hinze and the club extend thanks to all who helped.
The Ladies Auxiliary to Post 6971 in Moulton Texas announces a date change from October 14 to October 27. The meeting will be held separately from the Post men with a door prize drawing and lunch served afterward at the VFW Hall.
Mrs Emilie Mueller 81 of Victoria died after a long illness in a local hospital. Born May 27 1895 in Moulton she was daughter of the late Fred and Emma Krause. She lived in Orange Grove previously and belonged to Trinity Lutheran Church and VFW Ladies Auxiliary. She was a Gold Star Mother and active in church and community groups.
1st Grade had no report cards for the first six weeks. 2nd Grade: John Cinadr, Jackie Fishbeck, Amy Kresta. 4th Grade: Melissa Kleihege, Paul Kresta, Sherri Pavlicek, Ernie Wenske. 5th Grade: Eustacia Kleihage, Beverly Roznovsky. 6th Grade: Joan Jasek.
Frank J. Albrecht was transported by Moulton ambulance to Renger Hospital in Hallettsville for treatment begun last Friday. He is described as doing fine and expected to return home midweek.
Public invited to tour the Lavaca County Jail open house on Thursday October 14 in Hallettsville. Sheriff Hilmer Woytek and the Commissioners Court announce the completed expansion built by Mayfield Construction Co of San Antonio at a total cost of 17780672 with the architect’s fee included. The old jail was also upgraded to meet government standards.
American Legion Auxiliary met on Wednesday night October 6. The meeting opened with the regular ceremonies with Lollie Bartos and Sidonia Fishbeck as color bearers. The secretary and treasurer reports were accepted as given.
Victor Richter 64, a native of Moulton, died suddenly at his Hermleigh home on Tuesday morning October 7 after heart surgery six months earlier. Funeral services were held Thursday in Snyder, Texas with interment in Snyder. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Charlie Richter of Moulton among others.
Charles J. Krejci of Shiner died in Shiner Hospital on Tuesday September 21 1976 at 7 10 a m after a lengthy illness. The body lay in state at Buffington Funeral Home in Shiner until 1 00 p m Wednesday.
The St. Joseph Altar Society met Monday October 4 at 2 PM in the Moulton Parish Hall. Mrs Adolph Mig opened with a prayer and minutes were read and approved. The treasurer reported funds and welcomed guest Mrs Bertha Thiede.
The Catholic Daughters of America held their regular monthly meeting on Thursday October 7 at St Josephs Catholic Gym. Regent Elyse Chaloupa opened with a prayer. The secretary read the minutes and the treasurer reported. A bake sale update was given.
This Sunday October 17 is designated National Catholic Daughters of America Day with the theme Make Your Home in Me. Court Father Joseph Kopp will observe with Saturday evening Mass in a group. A scriptural rosary precedes the Mass at 7 p.m. at the church.
Mr. and Mrs. George Cinadr, Donald, Mrs. Lee Vogt, and Miss Elaine Pesek returned from a 12 day vacation touring California. They traveled through Texas New Mexico and Arizona arriving in Los Angeles and visiting Hollywood Bowl Beverly Hills Disneyland and other landmarks before continuing to San Francisco.
SHADY OAK NEWS reports a birthday party at the nursing home on Sunday October 17 at 2 pm. Celebrants include Emil Neskora, Richard Pohler, Mrs Rosie Marcak, Miss Hermina Malatek and Mrs Katie Brueggmann. Visitors from Lutheran Ladies Aid and Hermann Sons Lodge joined, residents enjoy bingo dominoes and music indoors.
The Moulton City Council met with full membership on Oct. 11. Minutes were read and approved. Bills totaling 2306.01 were approved. The council discussed street sign erection and directed a cost survey. Financial statements from the Electric Dept. were presented.
The Moulton TPA sponsors an annual Halloween Chili Supper and Carnival on Friday January 29 at 5 30 p m. The public is asked to donate chili meat at Moulton High School Cafeteria or Pilats Super Market. Cash donations are welcomed to buy meat.
The City Tax Assessor and County Tax Collector will collect city taxes on October 20 and 21, 1976.
Mrs. Emily Wagner, 78, of Shiner died Friday morning in Shiner Hospital. Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday at Shiner Catholic Church with burial in Shiner Catholic Cemetery. Rosary was recited Saturday night at Buffington Funeral Home Chapel. Survivors include two sons.
Gus's Place on Highway 95 hosted a turkey shoot last Sunday. Winners included Leon Berckenhoff and Ervin Chaloupka with multiple turkeys and ham, plus numerous one time winners led by Katy Moore and Rodney Petrek. Five ducks were claimed by Dennis Schacherl and Alfred Haikenwaelder. Owners thank attendees for a successful event.
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