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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1935
Page
1
In a letter to Moulton Eagle readers L J Sulak announces support for a state pension bill that pays all citizens over sixty five regardless of property ownership or income. He cites a 4 to 1 popular vote for universal old age pensions and promises to vote and advocate for the measure, arguing targeted payments would penalize thrift and betray the people.
Mrs. E. J. Papacek and her baby visited relatives and friends in Moulton from Cuero during the early part of the week to strengthen ties and share time with local kin.
Judge and Mrs. A J Darilek have ordered The Eagle sent to their son Allen who is attending a business college in San Antonio.
Forty one tickets were sold for the Sunday night dance at Oak Grove school house with John V. Havlik's orchestra providing music. The piece notes several local residents hosting and visiting and announces staff changes at Southwestern Bell.
Mrs Ed Boehm Sr and three other women from the area visited Florida last Thursday as guests of Mrs Dr Daehne. Mrs John Gajer, Mrs Theresa Valenta, Mrs Jacob Stainacher and Mrs Elo C Fehrenkamp accompanied.
Alton M Hruska of Oakland California, a substitute railway postal clerk for five years, has been appointed as regular on October 1. The government stationed him at Sacramento California. He took the civil service examination for the position while attending Moulton High School.
The grammar grade girls baseball team fell to the women’s team last Thursday by 20 to 15. The women’s squad is made up of faculty and PTA members. Earlier, the grammar grade boys defeated the women on Tuesday, 83 to 1.
The 1936 Ford V-8 model is now on display at the Kolar-Etlinger Motor Company, open to the public since Saturday for viewing.
A wedding was held Tuesday morning at St Joseph’s Catholic Church uniting Willie Veselka and Miss Emma Krametbauer with Rev Joseph Kopp officiating. The couple, from Shiner and near Moulton, celebrated with a dinner at the bride’s home. The Eagle extends congratulations to the newlyweds.
The Kotzebue Drug Company advertises a four day One Cent Sale running Wednesday through Saturday October 30 to November 2. The event includes discounts across store items and runs in Kotzebue.
Governor James V. Alfred issues a proclamation designating the week of October 28 to November for considering and observing the president's peace program. He says Texans are unanimously in accord with the humanitarian program for peace.
Mrs. Marvin Haase of Moulton Mrs. Leist of Dreyer and Mrs. Alf Lehmann of Yoakum all underwent surgical operations at the local hospital and are now getting along nicely under care and observation.
Lavaca county corn and hog producers will vote October 26 on the 1936 Corn-Hog program. Three voting places are listed in Shiner Hallettsville and Vienna for the referendum process.
In Austin on October 21 rising demand is seen for Gov Allred to submit a drivers license law. Rep Otis Dunagan of Big Sandy plans to ask the house to adopt a resolution petitioning the governor to act. Sponsors believe a majority favors rapid passage and the governor says he would submit the matter when a legislative path is cleared.
Ruth Ann Wachtendorf, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gus H. Wachtendorf, was baptized at Zion's Lutheran Church Sunday morning. Rev. A. H. Falkenberg officiated with sponsors Miss Ruth Arnim and Hugo Giesbers.
Ford presents the 1936 V-8 with a longer hood and sweeping radiator grille, larger fenders, new steering gear, larger radiator, two centrifugal water pumps, and improved brakes. It touts safety with welded steel body and safety glass, while emphasizing engine efficiency and ride quality. Now on display by Ford dealers.
Detroit price list lists thirteen Ford V-8 body types with varied prices from 510 to 760 dollars. Standard accessory group adds bumpers and spare tire at extra, with safety glass included at no extra cost.
Austin Texas October 22 failures in Texas and the liabilities of the bankrupt firms declined sharply during September compared with the like month last year. The University of Texas Bureau of Business Research reports an average of three failures per week versus seven a year ago. Total liabilities for the month were 165000 dollars, down 74 percent from the similar month a year earlier. Average liability per failure was 11923 dollars, down 42 percent from a year ago.
Hillmer Voelkel and Mise Olivia Strattmann wed Tuesday at the Lateran Church in Witting with Rev. A H Falkenberg officiating. Mr. and Mrs Otto Voelkel of Hallettavilla and Mr. and Mrs Ben Strattmann of Oak Drove are parents. Witnesses included Reinhold An derle Olga Strattmann Marvin Fertsch and Mies Adela Strattmann. Mrs Falkenberg played the wedding music.
A Wednesday evening meeting on October 16 reorganized the Boy Scouts with high school coach Mr. Hodge invited and accepting as scoutmaster. Alvin J. Kopecky joined as assistant scoutmaster. L. Faltisek elected scribe. Sixteen boys attended and more expected at the October 28 session.
A stork visited the home of Mr and Mrs J B Wilson on Tuesday October 22 and entrusted them with a baby girl named Annette Yvonne. The Eagle congratulates the happy parents.
Officers for the Moulton Independent School District bond election on Saturday November 9 were appointed. The appointees are William Hillmer George von Lienen and John Freytag.
The Eagle offers early congratulations to Mrs Katherine Prater who resides just west of town as she marks her 100th birthday on Monday October 28.
Tax Assessor-Collector B A Turk of Hallettsville will be in Moulton on Friday and Saturday October 25 and 26 to collect taxes.
The 1986 Chevrolet will be on display Saturday November 8 at an event inviting car enthusiasts to preview the new model.
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