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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1940
Page
1
The article reports that over 1.2 million Texans may register under the peacetime draft law while about 80,000 civilians could be among the first called for training. It outlines the role of the Texas National Guard staff in organizing registration and the creation of 800 local draft boards under President and Governor oversight.
Funeral services for Speaker William B. Bankhead 66 were held Tuesday in Jasper Alabama. President Roosevelt six cabinet members and many congressmen attended the last rites after his death Sunday from a brief illness. Bankhead had served in Congress for 23 years.
Sam Rayburn of Bonham chosen as speaker of the House to succeed William B. Bankhead of Alabama, who died Sunday morning. Rayburn's elevation places Texas in the presiding officer seats of both Congress chambers with Vice President John Nance Garner leading the Senate.
Governor W Lee O Daniel plans statewide visits to meet all lawmakers before January’s legislative session. He aims for heart to heart talks to ease next year’s work, noting much bickering stems from lack of understanding among legislators and others.
The week of October 6 to 12 is designated fire prevention week. Lighting and heating plants should be inspected and repaired. attics and store rooms cleaned. trash removed to cut fire hazards. Keeping premises free of hazards year round is advised.
Democratic and Republican leaders dispute charges of war party tendencies in the upcoming election. Both sides claim American statesmanship will guide the nation to a safe path no matter which party wins in November.
Ford Motor Company plans an 11 million dollar plant to produce airplane engines for national defense. The facility will create about 10 000 jobs.
Wendell L. Willkie, the Republican presidential nominee, spoke to about 21,000 in Amarillo Tuesday morning. He argued democracy depends on regular rotation in office and urged southerners to switch parties to avoid a third term breaking an older tradition. He departed for New Mexico after the speech.
In Crystal City businesses observe a Thursday afternoon half day, closing at noon and reopening next morning. Only a cafe and service stations stay open for travelers. Citizens say the plan works well, blending business and leisure in the community.
President Roosevelt signed the draft act and fixed October 16 as the registration day for 16,500,000 young Americans subject to compulsory training. He urged governors to provide registration sites, employers to give time off, and local boards to organize volunteers for a one year service option.
The Lavaca County Committee warns producers that October 30, 1940, is the last day to turn Sweet sorghum and sudan as a green manure crop to receive soil building credit for 1940. J. F. Miller O. B. Hermis and F. K. Hinch sign the notice.
The Moulton Herman Park Verein met Thursday evening with President Fred F. Fehrenkamp in charge. The club voted to re roof part of the hall and allowed twenty dollars for tree planting on the grounds. Other improvements are contemplated.
Ted Thurman and Miss Eliz a beth Dierschke wed in a Catholic Parish House ceremony in Moulton at six Thursday evening September 12. Rev. Joseph Kopp officiated. The groom hails from New Bielau and works in Houston. the bride grew up near Moulton and studied in Houston. A reception followed at New Bielau Hall.
Hallettsville citizens prepare for the dedication of their recreation hall scheduled for Wednesday November 6. The event marks a milestone for the community with plans and ceremonies underway led by local residents and officials.
Washington reports a drop of Texas from fifth to sixth place in state population by 1940 census counts. California leads gains with 6,873,688 residents, rising 211 percent since 1930, while Texas shows a 10.2 percent increase to 6,418,321. Most California cities above 10,000 grow. San Francisco declines slightly amid Bay Area expansion.
The Catholic Congregation of Moulton held its annual church feast at Herman Park with a large turnout from nearby towns. The Geier-Merrem Post No. 3892 American Legion elected officers for the coming year, and the Legion Picnic was postponed to October 13. Receipts from all sources totaled 1603 dollars and 31 cents.
Zalman and Miss Sydonia Roesler wed at St Joseph’s Catholic Church in Moulton on Monday morning with Rev Joseph Kopp officiating. The bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Roesler and the groom is the son of Mrs Annie Zalman. He works at the Edmund Kram Garage in Moulton.
Roy Kotzebue informs The Eagle a 5c 10c and 25c store will open in the F. R. Drug Store location. The interior has been renovated with show cases removed and stocks displayed on counters.
A miscellaneous shower was hosted by Mrs. M. Josy at her San Antonio home on Saturday evening September 7, honoring Mrs. Hilmer Gerth formerly Miss Irene Ammerman of Moulton. The bride received many beautiful gifts and refreshments were served.
Patsy Orts daughter of Mr and Mrs C C Orts entertained four year old guests Tuesday afternoon for her birthday anniversary. Dainty refreshments were served and plate favors included candy and a balloon.
Rev. Joseph Kopp of Moulton and Rev. Joseph A Pustka of Flatonia attended the funeral services for Archbishop Arthur J Drossaerts in San Antonio Thursday of last week.
Three Shiner couples wed at the Catholic church with Father Edmund Bily officiating. Viola A Kercho and Charles J Patek. Mary Valis and Joe Kotrick. Mary Wagoner and Benjamin Zissa exchanged vows and will reside in Smithville.
Residents of Kamensky Mora Novohrad and Praha will gain electric power as many have contracted for service. Construction work is expected to begin shortly in these rural sections.
Census figures show 7 599 bales ginned in Lavaca County for the 1940 crop before September, up from 6 046 bales in 1939, according to Henry J. Strauss Hallettsville cotton statistician for the county.
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