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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1923
Page
1
In Beeville Texas on September 8 six robed Ku Klux Klan members tried to place a fiery cross on the grave of A A Jenkins who was killed in San Antonio. Mrs Jenkins grabbed the cross and tossed it away while her father disrobed two Klansmen and used a shovel in the melee.
Bible Study Class meets Monday afternoon at 3 30 led by Mrs Mary Wesson. Song prayer roll call scripture quotation devotional reading selected and lesson study covering Revelation chapters 4 5 6. Come and join this interesting study session.
The American Red Cross launches a relief drive for Japan after a devastating earthquake that killed over 30,000 and left many injured. Lavaca county sets a $300 quota with deposits to be made at the Moulton banks.
The Moulton Lutheran Frauen Verein met at Luther Hall on Thursday afternoon. The next gathering is planned for Thursday afternoon September 27 at the same hall. Hostesses will be Mesdames John L Janssen Leo Jaroszewski Emil Jaroszewski and Albert Klobedans.
The Board of Trustees of the Moulton Independent School District invites sealed bids for the depositary of school funds for the 1923 24 year with bids due by 6 p m on September 24 1923. O F Knape president and Aug W Janszen secretary sign. Eclipse of the sun observed in Moulton as residents viewed through protective glasses with four fifths of the sun obscured.
A nostalgic meditation on a mother's tireless care and influence in daily life. It recalls stories of mothers comforting sick children and supporting sons who rise to prominence, concluding with a plug for Pan-American Life Insurance in Shiner Texas through agent Jos. Muras.
Notice announces a meeting of the Moulton Farmers Union and Moulton Farmers Gin Co at Herman Park on Saturday September 15 at 2 p m. Orders for posts maize and related items will be taken up. All interested urged to attend. F J Butschek Secretary.
Cotton receipts at Moulton through Wednesday night reached 5870 bales, up from 4905 bales counted the previous Wednesday.
The government orders holders of essential materials who raised prices after the catastrophe to sell their supplies at cost. This measure targets profiteering and aims to stabilize post disaster markets.
The Hagle editor and wife acknowledge receipt of a season complimentary ticket to the eleventh annual Fiatonia Fair to be held September 19 through 22. Secretary-Manager Fernau is assured it will be used well.
People travel and visit across Texas towns with names such as Yoakum Dallas Seguin and Houston. Residents Anita Irene and family travel to Yoakum and Malitz Peters visit from Houston while local photos and theatre outings are noted. Ed Kaase relocates The Hagle address to Galveston for Brush Electric Company.
The Nickel school will begin on Monday September 17 marking the 1928 24 term. Faculty includes Miss Agnes Kelly principal Miss Johnnie McCaughn intermediate and Mrs Elizabeth Quebedeaux primary.
The Eagle thanks readers for subscription payments since the last report. Names include Joe Veselka Shiner Jerry Veselka Shiner John Wenske Moulton Miss Emma Benesch Victoria John Culak Shiner F Wilks Moulton Fred Koester Moulton Emil S Gold Flatonia Vlady Kubicek Moulton August Stavinoha Moulton Herman Chemnitz Flatonia Joe Heger Shiner Miss Elenora Darilek Moulton J L Janssen Moulton Edward Studeman Houston Adolph Darilek Shiner Willie Hostk Floresville.
The dove hunting season opens November 1 and ends December 15. Some hunters misread an October 1 start. The Eagle calls for a state pause on dove hunting, proposing a multi year closure. Farmers’ ally remains protected as debate continues.
Moulton School opens Monday September 17 marking the start of the 1923-24 scholastic session. Teaching staff includes T N Powell as superintendent W B Bernard as principal plus Joe Bludworth Miss Ella Remmers Miss Georgia Jones Mrs Roger Robbins Miss Bess Hart and Miss Millie Mikeska.
Miss Janie Mig aged 25 daughter of Mr. Joe Mig of near Novohrad was adjudged of unsound mind Thursday before County Judge C. L. Stavinoha at Hallettsville. She is placed in Moody sanitarium San Antonio until room is available at the Southwestern Insane Asylum.
F Heerssen of near Baursville bought the soft drink stand from Konstant Rehmet and will take possession October 1. EK A Juengermann and W H Koester opened a meat market at Luling as the City Meat Market here has closed.
West Texas farmers seek 18 600 cotton pickers to harvest the crop. F E Scobey resigns as mint director and plans to return to San Antonio. Mrs J C Griswold of San Antonio named Republican national committeewoman for Texas. An 18 month old daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Guidroz of Eagle Lake died from burns in a gasoline blast. Seven US destroyers wrecked on rocks 75 miles north of Santa Barbara after radio signal confusion. 29 lives lost.
The bazaar at Herman Park on Sunday afternoon, aided by the Catholic congregation, sold all kinds of handmade articles. Kasper Darilek Band of Shiner provided music. The ladies extend sincere thanks to all who helped make the event a success.
The Cemetery Aid Society will host a bazaar at Hermann Park on Sunday September 23 starting at 1 PM. Lunch will be served and everyone is invited to attend.
Trustees announce the Moravia School dedication is moved from September 16 to October 7 due to a telephone notice from Ed. Gallia.
Erwin Ahrens of Karnes City won the Ford roadster drawn at Anders Garage last Saturday afternoon. The winning number was 8909, making Ahrens the holder of the lucky ticket.
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