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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1925
Page
8
Rud Jaeggli and Bro receivers of a letter from the Railroad Commission of Texas dated September 5 1925 stating that rate reductions on feed to drought stricken territory are not applicable to shipments from points outside the state and not within the state.
Public Weigher A J Jilek reports 276 bales of cotton received in Moulton up to Wednesday noon, with 177 bales received the previous week. He notes the weekly totals for comparison and market activity in the area.
A humor-filled snippet notes Mrs. Borden boasting that her house has no flies among its boarders while Mr. Hungerford remarks that the files can be particular about where they eat, implying careful selection or standards.
An item from Moulton notes there will be no church services in the town next Sunday reflecting a scheduled pause or observance. The notice mentions the Lutheran church as the context and specifies the location.
Firestone tires set a new world record for 90 miles on May 30 1925 in a race where ten cars finished "in the money." The team used gum dipped Firestone tires, enhanced by an extra process for strength and flexibility to reduce friction and heat, associated with Moulton Motor Co.
A series of short notices lists Miss Marie Malcik and others traveling to Flatonia Shiner Cuero Canyon and LaGrange. Names include Mr Victor Fehrenkamp Leroy Buescher Ewald Etlinger Alma Guenther and many relatives visiting relatives or attending events. A birthday anniversary at Henry Schraer's home closed the roundup.
The article promotes evaporated milk as a sterile, nutrient rich alternative for young children and outlines pediatrician approved formulas from six weeks to twelve months. It includes precise feeding schedules and quantities, plus a sample sauce method using peppers mushrooms butter and chicken.
Fragmentary remark questions Washington's political success and hints at a possible refusal to leave office, reflecting uncertain historical interpretation.
A witty adage contrasts patience with bold pursuit as a man who goes after what he wants secures results faster than waiting. The rhyme underscores initiative over passive waiting for success.
Miss Thirty Odd relates a clash with Jack Gayboy over a marriage proposal. He laughed at her blush and stammer, prompting her to reject the sudden proposal to preserve her self respect.
A housewife complains to a butcher’s boy after a mistaken sausage order. The boy defers to his boss who warns that the worst is yet to come, hinting at a looming mishap or consequence.
A brief exchange reveals social tension over smoking and propriety. A wife questions her husband about his objection while a concerned suitor notes the risk to her health and gown, highlighting era etiquette and restraint.
A quirky note from Vegetable Land recalls a character named Mr Bean being told he was handsome. The line reveals the speaker’s suspicion that flattery was insincere and meant as a charm or joke rather than truth. The piece captures playful wordplay in a rural, humorous voice.
The ad claims White's Cream Vermilage drives out worms in children with signs like paleness fretfulness and sleep starting and promises fifty years of successful use priced at 35 sold by Kopecky Drug Co. Also for sale good black prairie land on shell road near town priced 45 to 65 per acre contact A V Brown agent Port Lavaca Texas for details.
Advertises Borozone liquid and powder as a superior antiseptic and healer for tar flesh cuts wounds and sores. Claims the liquid purifies wounds and the powder accelerates healing with speed safety and efficiency. Priced at 30c for liquid 60c and $1.20 for large quantities. powder 30c and 60c.
The Eagle thanks readers for subscriptions since last report. Names include J. L. Janssen of Moulton, Dr. A. M. Kotzebue of Moulton, Joe Zavesky of Shiner, John Culak of Shiner, Edwin Kaase of Galveston, Prof. W. E. Smith new of Moulton. If you travel or have visitors, inform your local paper by ringing 99.
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