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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1956
Page
4
A farm boy speaks with his brother about a planned marriage. The conversation notes differing views on consent and readiness, with phrases about planning and resistance and a suggestion that some actions cannot be prevented. The excerpt reflects social expectations and dialogue between two men.
Shiner High School captured first place and Burton took second in a regional one act play contest held Tuesday night in Selmer. Everett Anderson was named to the second all star team along with cast members Anthony Duyka Docis Aney Evangeline Veessin and Mary Carolyn Nash. Mrs Lida Monkhouse directed the production which earlier won district competition.
Mrs Frank Hartwell dies suddenly in her sleep at her Austin home on Monday morning. Funeral services were held at the Cook Funeral Home in Austin with interment in Austin. The Hartwells lived here many years where he ran a cafe business. Fertilizers listed at University Supply Co. Call 4-2913 for field.
Miss Sonia Franklin, bride-to-be of Warren Lee Menking, was feted with a miscellaneous shower at Sheridan Scrolls Cafe. Guests enjoyed green and yellow cakes and coffee, with corsages given to the honoree and parents. A long list of out-of-town guests and locals attended, and the event featured a decorated lace table, gifts opened by the bride, and party attendants helping with preparations.
We express heartfelt appreciation for the kind expression of sympathy at the passing of Mrs. Phine Watson. Special thanks to the members of the Fire Department Church and Rev A Pate for consoling and comforting. Gratitude to relatives and friends for visits and support shown by Mr Geville MH and many others.
Friday night an Eagle Lake Boy Scout city committee was formed to supervise local Scouting, maintain the Scout Hut, and plan improvements. Donald Kolberg named city chairman with L B Tate as vice chairman and Tom T. Waddell as secretary treasurer. building committee appointed.
Belle Singley and Mose Thomas were married in a quiet ceremony at the United Brethren Church on May 7th. The Rev J. Miller, pastor, officiated the ceremony attended by small audience and immediate family.
April events include Lions meetings on 13 14 27 28, Youth Nights on 1 20 27 28, Library on 18, Rotary on 25, Clus Montezuma game party on 28, Garwood Ir-Sr banquet on 24, and Art Mehbit Youth Night on 28. A local resident recalls a vacation trip with humor about driving duties.
Judge Lester Holt in District Court approved changing the name of six year old John Paul Bryant of Weimar to John Paul Gindler. His mother Heverly Gindler and her husband Davis Gindler supported the change, noting the boy was born from a previously terminated marriage. The case also included a petition to change Tonunna Welshuhn’s Christian name to Joan, the name she has always used.
The Columbus Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star marked its fiftieth anniversary with a Sunday afternoon event. Grand officers from across the state and district members attended, including twenty three Eagle Lake Chapter members. The program featured "The History of the Chapter for the Past Fifty Years." Fertilizers advertised by Universal Supply Co. for garden or lawn care.
Mr and Mrs Old Ludwig Henry Hartman Jo of Halletts ville visit String of families including Vornsands in Weimar and Guse rman Danbury honor Me Hartman on 76th birthday. Neighbors RL Poswell, Annette visit Winger in Buckeye. Terron family from Austin call on Wills. Wills party travels to Houston then Austin. Gay Fetlin recovered from illness and is active again.
Free ticket offered to Paul Powers for Rice Theatre presenting The Phenix City Story featuring John Bleintire Richard Kelly Kathryn Grant and Edward Andrews. Present clip at DON office on either date April 21 or 22.
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