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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1902
Page
2
A 1902 newspaper blurb notes local business optimism and political race suspense. Mentions Mr. Mxxxk challenging Congressman Slayden, and Peary’s polar efforts yielding no pole discovery. Meurros draws trade from nearby towns as Maniton merchants tout fair prices.
Aporen Toxrrerwersx of San Antonio, renowned world champion rifle shot, surpassed his own best Sunday evening by scoring 986 points out of 1000 with a .22 calibre rifle, defeating Birds.
Heavy storm sweeps Texas Monday night causing widespread flooding damaging railroad property and flattening crops in several towns. Damages include breached rails and submerged rights of way, with farmers reporting extensive destruction to standing and harvested produce. Local officials brace for costs and recovery efforts.
The Kronprinz Wilhelm reportedly completed the ocean crossing in a hours and 57 minutes last week, lowering the prior best by 26 minutes. The note hints at broader social tensions including a large standing army, labor wages, and a strike region in Pennsylvania, with civil force implied to enforce labor conditions.
The passage calls on every citizen to participate in elections and cast a vote. It stresses government by the people and urges first time voters, especially young men, to study the situation thoroughly before voting.
A young Indiana woman demonstrated courage when ribbons soaked in gasoline near a stove ignited. She rolled in wet grass to extinguish flames and saved the house but suffered fatal burns. Neighbors found her unconscious and aid arrived too late. She died that night, hailed as a heroine.
The Hermann Park Verein hosted a three day barbecue with rain subsiding for a sunlit event. Moulton City band provided music as crowds gathered, including sister cities and distant towns. Congressman Geo F Burgess arrived late to join the feast, then Allen of Halletsville spoke for Republican candidate Buron about labor, tariffs, and trusts.
The Tl. gives a summary of Mr Burgess’s remarks praising volunteer soldiers and independence for Filipinos while denouncing trusts and monopolies. He warns that without reform the government will fall like ancient republics. A late night ball followed, noted for its vigorous dancing and fervent celebration.
The wedding held at the bride’s parents’ home underwent change in officiating due to Father Vrana’s indisposition, altering the planned attendance and protocol for the marriage.
September 26, 102 Freyburg notes rain helps gardens and pastures. A feast at Abbots Grove on October 12 offers free barbecue with Congressman Geo. F. Burgess and other speakers. Prizes include blue rock shooting and a contest for the most popular young lady. Visits from Aug Franke and Mrs. Wm Franke. A baby girl born to Mr and Mrs Henry Franke on September 18. Sim.
In September 1902 a reader from Moulton Texas Kare Lerzenicu writes to Nir. O.F.Knape asking to renew the paper subscription. The sender includes a $1.00 money order and praises the publication while offering to settle any outstanding bill.
The Epior Eagle reports Henry Krause inviting customers to view a wide variety of fabrics and trims in Moulton on September 26 1902. Advert reads include Broadcloth Ladies' Cloth Meltons Chevr ets Zebeline Baget ines Granite Cloth Silks Satins and summer goods at half price to clear room for fall stock. Local items note Max Frank from Brenham visiting, Shiner visitors, Breslau trip, a Dares hall dance, and HenkHbas baseball game next Sunday.
Our Exchanges notes a large brawl at Kinkler Sunday night with ten warrants issued Monday for those involved. No one was seriously hurt. Also reports N. Avant and Mrs. M. A. Paulus wed Wednesday evening in the city, at the bride’s son’s home, Rev. D. B. South officiating. The newlyweds are well regarded and wished long happiness.
An irregular ad filled page markets patent medicines for consumption asthma and colds, touts Ballard’s Snow Liniment and Prickly Ash Bitters, and cites testimonials from W.H. Brown Leesville Ind and C.W. Landis Porter. It sells household goods, legal documents, and real estate in Moulton and Salt Lake City, with local notes on rain and a parson’s praise for Electric Bitters.
The article urges families to support public schooling and value education as the path to individual success and good government. It argues that while county efforts and teacher meetings exist, progress hinges on children attending school and parents investing time and money in learning. Education elevates thought, develops character, and opens global opportunities for the young.
Frank Jalutka and Miss Mary Kostilenk of Smother's Creek united in marriage at the Ode church Monday morning, officiated by Father Vraea. The ceremony drew family and neighbors from the community.
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