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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1923
Page
5
Mr L J Burger announces the installation of a new electric cake mixing machine at his grocery and bakery in town. The baker Foeh is renowned for large cakes and the upgraded line will boost output to meet rising demand for burgers cakes and baked goods.
A piece warns that abandoned school buildings force children to roam town streets exposing them to cars and trains. Parents and teachers fear daily risks and possible future accidents as bond issues fail and the school may vanish next year.
The Eagle Lake Headlight marks its 21st year of publication. Brice W. McCarty led it for over nineteen years with high editorial standards. Since his retirement, Stafford Taylor and F A Norman have directed, maintaining the paper’s community support and growth.
The home of C. Davis postmaster and Methodist pastor in Town Park was burned this afternoon. Loss about 360,000 with 38,000 insured. Mrs Davis saved her blind father and much of the furnishings were lost. Fire delayed by grass fuel and distant water supply four blocks away. The couple were at home tending the grass when wind spread the flames. Also a short classified note seeks a female housekeeper.
Parachute jump from an airplane will headline the Fiesta de San Jacinto events at Kelly Field on April 21. About 20 to 24 planes will perform serial warfare maneuvers including bombing and gunfire, with parachute descents to conclude. Spectators can tour hangars and equipment after the show.
Official financial condition report for Rock Island State Bank Eagle Lake Texas dated April 4 1923 shows resources including loans and discounts 2700 dollars real estate 2500 dollars cash 24326.07 and deposits claims against the bank with a notarized attestation by president George Herdel Jr and cashier J C Young.
The Eagle Lake Headlight owners editors and managers declare their 2028 ownership and control details under the 1912 act. Names and addresses of publishers editors and business managers are listed as F A Norman and D B Taylor with notary Mary P Taylor attesting to the sworn statements. Landholders mortgagees and security holders of 1 percent or more include Alice W McGarty and Merchants Line Type Co New Orleans, New York City.
The Baptist W M U met last Tuesday at the church for Bible study led by Mrs. Evisth Higgins. Twelve members and one visitor attended, with the next gathering set for Tuesday at 2 o'clock at Mrs. Charlie White's home. AJL members are asked to come prepared to sew.
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